Best In The West
The Best in the West Artist Entrepreneur competition helps new and established arts businesses in the YK Delta region with startup/growth capital.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Let Best in the West help you make your dream a reality.
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August 30th: Screening applications are due by 5:00 pm AKST (submitted via Google Forms)
September 6th: Finalists notified. Feedback provided to applicants upon request.
September 13th: Deadline for finalists to accept or decline participation in the program
September 15th-Oct 15th: (4) workshops available. Finalists must attend two workshops, (additional workshops attended increase points contributed to the individual’s business plan score).October 25th: Deadline for business plans + business pitch.
October 31st: Winners notified
Nov 7th: Winners will be awarded at the Bethel Bowls event