The Arts & Business Council’s Education program connects artists and arts organizations with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive from their creative endeavors, and provides training for lawyers and business professionals on topics at the intersection of art, law & business.
ABC’s Education program includes seminars, workshops, and online training opportunities in partnership with a variety of Nashville businesses and organizations. In addition to one-off trainings and events, ABC’s core educational programming series include:
Education for the Creative Community
ABC offers standalone education programs on business topics, such as pitching the media, sales & marketing, and business operations & entrepreneurship, as well as discipline-specific topics, such as literary publishing, gallery relationships, and more. Through a variety of educational opportunities, artists & creative entrepreneurs of all disciplines are able to gain the knowledge and skills they need to master the business of art and thrive in their creative careers.
Arts & Entertainment Law Seminars (CLEs)
Art & Entertainment Law Seminars provide panel discussions and interactive trainings for arts, business, and legal professionals on topics at the intersection of art & law. Participants can receive Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit for attendance, network with creatives and peers, and stay up to date on new developments in art & entertainment law.
Arts Nonprofit Nuts & Bolts
The Arts Nonprofit Nuts & Bolts series provides foundational professional development for leaders of small and midsize arts nonprofits. Each seminar addresses a core capacity area, such as accounting, fundraising, operations, grant writing, or management. Sessions are tailored for emerging or growing arts organizations and aim to provide accessible, actionable tools that strengthen the local arts ecosystem.
The Salon Series: Culture in Context
The Salon Series spotlights culture, creativity, and community in Middle Tennessee through curated conversations with artists, thought leaders, and changemakers. Each session explores a unique theme or topic relevant to the creative economy, designed to inspire dialogue and connection among artists, entrepreneurs, and supporters of the arts.
Tennessee Film & Entertainment Webinars
This webinar series highlights key topics and opportunities within Tennessee’s film, television, and entertainment industries. Sessions may feature guest speakers, policy updates, career guidance, and other timely topics relevant to creatives working across disciplines. The series is presented in partnership with the Tennessee Entertainment Commission and is part of ABC’s broader effort to support education and workforce development in the creative sector.
Visit our Upcoming Events page to see what education programs are coming up and to register to attend.
Upcoming Events