The Arts & Business Council is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that leverages and unites the unique resources of the arts and business communities to create a thriving, sustainable creative culture in Nashville.

What We Do

We create mutually beneficial partnerships between arts and business.
We provide direct services, key opportunities, and education to the creative community to help them master the business of art.
We inspire workplace creativity in businesses to demonstrate the impact of the arts through tangible benefits and develop life-long arts participants and supporters.

OUR VISION AND CORE VALUES

As the hub for building more sustainable arts businesses and creative enterprises:

Investing in artists is central to the Arts & Business Council’s long-term vision of a community where artists are valued as critical assets to be engaged, supported, and empowered.
The Arts & Business Council believes having a large population of engaged, capable artists will lead to both a more just and equitable society.
The Arts & Business Council believes a strong sector of creative businesses will enhance the overall economic profile of the Greater Nashville area. A thriving arts community: attracts businesses to Nashville; makes for a healthy, happy population; and creates strong, innovative solutions to social, business, and civic challenges.