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 The pARTnership Movement
All of these great stories and more at www.pARTnershipMovement.org! The Latest Trend in Arts and Biz: Corporate Sponsored Artist-in-Residency Programs As we’ve continued to observe the changing trends and shifts in corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies, a new trend in artist-in-residency programs has arisen: corporate sponsored residencies. Companies like Facebook, Amtrak, and software company Autodesk are inviting artists to join their teams and advance their businesses though unique collaborations and partnerships.
Businesses Thrive in Kansas City, Thanks to the Arts A thriving arts community offers both tangible and intangible benefits to businesses. Harlan Brownlee, president and CEO of ArtsKC says: “A lot of businesses have come to conclude that if they are going to drive the talent they need, they need an attractor. We don’t have oceans or mountains, but we do have a vibrant arts community. Young professionals want a stimulating, creative environment. A number of businesses have moved downtown because that is the place to be.”  JW Marriott Hotels and Resorts Brings More Poise and Grace to its Business
JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts recognizes the many exceptional attributes of ballet dancers—poise, grace, posture, and confidence—as important qualities its associates need to deliver a superior level of service to its guests. The company is taking the service culture to a new level with the launch of “Poise and Grace,” a series of video training tutorials led by Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet Ashley Wheater.
Photo: courtesy of The Joffrey Ballet. Private Sector Network Upcoming Blog Salon on Corporate Social Responsibility and the Arts Business, community, and arts leaders will write about the role of arts in corporate social responsibility as part of Americans for the Arts blog salon from April 27–May 1. Recently, Americans for the Arts’ Animating Democracy program released a new report, Corporate Social Responsibility and the Arts, which brings into relief the current landscape of corporate support for arts and culture. We will continue this conversation through this blog salon by highlighting other exemplary models and approaches that advance both healthy society and healthy business. An Interview with BucketFeet, a Shoe Company That Believes Art Is for Everyone  BucketFeet, a Chicago-based company that supports artists by collaborating with them to design and sell canvas shoes, is changing expectations of how arts and business partnerships work. Their philosophy is deeply rooted in the notion that the arts are integral not only to the success of their company, but to the happiness and well-being of their customers. We were lucky enough to interview Co-Founder and CEO Raaja Nemani who answered some questions about the company.
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Photo: courtesy of BucketFeet. Facts and Figures Creative Industries Reports Describe the Sizable Industry of the Arts
According to the latest numbers from Americans for the Arts’ Creative Industries report, nationally, 702,771 businesses are involved in the creation or distribution of the arts, and they employ 2.9 million people. This represents 3.9 percent of all U.S. businesses and 1.9 percent of all U.S. employees.
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April 15 Webinar
2015 Creative Industries Reports: Putting the Data to Work in Your Community This webinar will detail the newly-released 2015 Creative Industries data. We'll hear from arts administrators and advocacy experts who have used the data effectively in their communities. Participants will learn what messages are most effective with specific audiences including elected officials and the corporate community. Speakers:
- Randy Cohen, Vice President of Research and Policy, Americans for the Arts
- Mary Eileen Fouratt, Executive Director, Monmouth Arts - Red Bank, NJ
- Katherine Wagner, Chief Executive Officer, Business Council for the Arts - Dallas, TX
- Danielle Brazell, General Manager Department of Cultural Affairs- City of Los Angeles
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Speaking from Experience “By supporting the arts, we have created a large group of ambassadors around the world who help promote our mission and our brand.” - Raaja Nemani, Co-Founder and CEO, BucketFeet
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