B.A.C.E.
Business Accelerator for Creative Entrepreneurs
Graduate With a Goal. Scale With a Plan.
You’ve taken the first steps, now it’s time to go all in. The Business Accelerator for Creative Entrepreneurs (BACE) is a 6-month advanced cohort exclusively available to graduates of our Creative Workforce Readiness Program (CWRP) or Performance-Based Recovery Program. This is where your talent turns into a thriving, sustainable business.
What is BACE?
BACE is a business accelerator for music artists, filmmakers, photographers, label owners, publishers, and creative entrepreneurs who are ready to move from hustle mode to long-term business ownership. This program is designed to help you:
- Structure and protect your business
- Launch revenue generating strategies
- Become funding, and investor-ready
- Build a career that lasts, and a legacy that lives on
What You’ll Learn
- Business Structuring & Intellectual Property Protection – LLC formation, trademarks, catalog ownership, and publishing rights.
- Monetization Strategy Development – Direct-to-consumer funnels, scalable offers, marketing systems, and pricing.
- Investment & Grant Readiness – How to pitch for sponsorships, apply for grants, and attract investors.
- Exit Strategy & Legacy Planning – Think beyond the now, with wealth planning and long-term vision work.
Funding Access for BACE Cohorts
BACE isn’t just about learning, it’s about launching. As a participant, you become eligible to apply for exclusive capital funding through:
- Watch Light Pathways Creative Capital Fund (CCF) Grants for album releases, film production, marketing campaigns, and brand development Requires a marketing plan, promotional budget, and projected ROI
- Marketing Grants & Donations for Creative Projects Funding awarded based on business viability, career clarity, and funding potential We don’t just educate creatives, we invest in them.
But Here’s the Key: You Must Graduate to Qualify
BACE is only available to those who’ve completed one of our core programs within:
- Creative Workforce Readiness Program
- Performance-Based Recovery Program
These tracks prepare you mentally, emotionally, and professionally to take full advantage of everything BACE provides. Not enrolled yet?
Start your journey toward BACE eligibility today:
Who Should Join?
BACE is designed for creatives who are already doing the work, but need structure, strategy, and support to scale. You must:
- Be a working artist, filmmaker, producer, or creative entrepreneur
- Provide proof of active business development (portfolio, business plan, or financials)
- Be committed to long-term growth, not just short-term wins
What You’ll Walk Away With
By the end of BACE, you will have:
- A legally structured business ready to operate at scale
- A clear monetization strategy with launch-ready offers
- A funding roadmap, and potential access to actual grants
- A professional network of like-minded creatives
- A documented legacy plan for career and financial sustainability
Don’t Just Dream a Business. Build It.
This is your moment. You’ve already made the commitment to grow. Now it’s time to turn your calling into a company, and your passion into power.
BACE is your reward for staying the course. And your launchpad to scale.
Get started by enrolling in a core program.
We’ll be ready for you at the finish line.
