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44th Arts Northwest Conference Workshop Schedule will be announced Spetember 2025.

You can review the schedule below from our 43rd annual conference in Spokane, Washington. ​​​​​​​

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Hot Topics: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

A fast-paced exploration of relevant topics in 2024. Each table will have a different subject and a leader that will kick off the discussion. You will either briefly share your insight or listen and learn! Hot topics may include subjects such as streaming rights, negotiations, ticket refunds, and stakeholder communication.

Location: Marie Antoinette Ballroom

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Welcome meeting: 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Mentor/mentee meet up: 3:30 PM

Come one, come all! Welcome Orientation and Mentor Meet-up

Join us for the opening day orientation meeting – everyone is welcome! Discover the latest updates about our conference and make the most of this initial opportunity to ensure a productive and enjoyable experience. If you're meeting your mentor for the first time, come early at 3:30 PM to get acquainted before the meeting begins.

Location: Marie Antoinette Ballroom



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National Endowment for the Arts: Grants

by Brandon Gryde

Join us for an informative session that provides an in-depth overview of grant opportunities offered by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). Whether you're new to the grant-writing process or looking to strengthen your application skills, this workshop will guide you through best practices for submitting compelling proposals. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session, ensuring all your grant-related questions are answered. Don't miss this chance to enhance your grant-writing strategy and boost your chances of securing funding!
Location: Lincoln Room
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Sponsorship 101

by Bruce Skinner

Discover how to unlock the potential of business partnerships to boost your organization's revenue. In this workshop, you'll learn effective strategies for securing sponsorships and creating mutually beneficial relationships with businesses. Whether you're looking to expand your current sponsorship base or just getting started, this session will provide valuable insights on how to leverage this vital revenue stream. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your financial foundation and grow your network!
Location: Worthy Room

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Unraveling the Booking Process, Demystifying the Art of Presenting

by Becky Hatley, Donna Ledford, Michelle Fujii

Embark on a journey to demystify the process of presenting your work! Are you wondering how to get your work presented? The whole process can feel confusing, but we're here to help. Get insights on touring and booking from the perspectives of a presenter, tech director, and touring artist. Explore the art of building fruitful relationships within the industry as they share their perspectives. The workshop will feature a panel discussion followed by the opportunity to participate in small group discussions
Location: Elizabethan Room

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Collaborative Deal Making NAPAMA

by Carey Rayburn - Good Co and Tara Bailey- Bailiwick Booking Agency 

Join us to talk about all things collaborative dealmaking including different deal structures, how to negotiate risk, and ideas on how to do better business for both agent, artist, and presenter.
Location: Flowerfield Room
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Outreach on Steroids: Strategies for Impactful Community Engagement

by Marian Liebowitz and Shawn Cardwel

We will take a look at innovative and effective outreach and inreach programming for educational and at-risk communities. Making sure outreach is relevant to the audience is part of effective arts education, and when serving public schools is one of the most effective ways to ensure the service group is as diverse as possible. Engaging youth in the arts is also a long-term audience development and marketing project. By focusing on the youth, their needs and demographics, organizations can begin to hone in on changing industry and community needs. We will discuss how to monetize these initiatives and create working relationships with schools, other community partners, and funders. This session is for any presenter or performer who wants fresh ideas for connecting and building community. A panel of Presenters and Artists will assist in this workshop. There will be a Q & A session with our panel that includes Stephen Cummins, Director, Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center at Gonzaga University, David Larsen, Spokane Falls Community College, and Twin Flames.
Location: Flowerfield Room
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Why Can't They See It My Way? Resistance...Your Best Tool for Moving Forward!

by Jason Bowcutt

Resistance is everywhere in the workplace. Whether it's a change in programming, policy, or materials, people resist. This participatory session examines why resistance happens, what form it takes, and how it is important to organizational culture. Attendees will see how, when handled appropriately, resistance can be a positive change catalyst.
Location: Porter Room


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The Artful Advocate: How to Effectively Advocate for the Arts

by Krys Holmes

Yes! You can advocate effectively for the arts. We'll make it fun & easy to create a plan, engage your board and members, and advocate more powerfully for the arts with lawmakers, policymakers, and our greater community.
Location: Lincoln Room

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Building a Board: The Importance of Strategic Board Development

by Erik Seelbach

Boards play a large role in a nonprofit’s success. Before you can ensure your Board is effectively carrying out its roles and responsibilities, you need to make sure you have the right people. Strategic recruitment should be intentional and ongoing, as it provides the foundation for building a high-impact, mission-driven board.
Location: Worthy Room

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Expanding Reach: Strategies for Programming in Youth and Family Theatre

by Tara Bailey- Bailiwick Booking Agency & Sarah McCarthy - Dandelion Artists

Join us for a panel discussion on critical issues in the field, followed by themed small-group conversations and networking opportunities with colleagues and friends. We will explore topics such as community engagement, thriving in programming, commissioning new works, marketing to schools and families, and finding innovative ways to support artists.
Location: Roosevelt Room