Graduates of the 2025 Periscope Cohort. From left, front row, Elle Quesenberry, Annie LaVoie, Andi Kurr, Nicole S. Brown, Emma Witz, Harlan Lovestone, Kourtney “2$0N” Brown, Dominique Pruitt and Adia Wilde. From left, second row, Eliiment Clark, Alexis Willis, Brianna Jones, James McKissic, president of ArtsBuild, Markeeta “jcobarie” Jones and Naomi Griffin Self.
ArtsBuild is now accepting applications for the 2025/26 cohort of Periscope CHA: Artist Entrepreneur Training. This year-long program is designed to help working artists, artisans, makers and creative entrepreneurs in the Greater Chattanooga region develop the tools and strategies needed to grow sustainable, successful businesses and careers. The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 1, by 11:59 p.m.
Periscope CHA empowers artists to view their creative practice through an entrepreneurial lens.
The program features eight weeks of training led by instructors from Chattanooga’s creative and business communities, followed by six months of individualized mentorship. Participants will complete the program with a customized business plan and the skills to advance their creative work or business.
The program culminates in a Pitch Night and Entrepreneur Expo sponsored by TVFCU, where participants will present their business plans to the community and potential supporters.
Open to just 15 participants, Periscope CHA welcomes artists of all disciplines. Those selected will gain practical strategies to organize, plan, and sustain a creative career in today’s evolving economy.
To learn more or apply, visit
www.artsbuild.com.