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From Vacant Spaces to Vibrant Places: How Spaceworks Fuels the Creative Economy

From Vacant Spaces to Vibrant Places: How Spaceworks Fuels the Creative Economy

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Check into the creative economy with Jennifer English, the Program Director and driving force behind Spaceworks Tacoma. Discover how Spaceworks has transformed Tacoma’s creative landscape and helped launched hundreds of local artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in the process.

Jennifer shares the program’s unique origin story, its dual focus on public art and business incubation, and the “secret sauce” that makes its alumni community so special. Learn about the impact of Spaceworks on the region’s creative economy, the challenges of funding and sustainability, and exciting new initiatives like the upcoming Mecca building affordable artist studios.

Whether you’re a maker, dreamer, or doer, this episode offers valuable insights into nurturing creativity, fostering collaboration, and building lasting community impact in Tacoma and beyond. Tune in for:

  • The story behind Space Works and its mission
  • How the creative economy shapes Tacoma
  • Alumni success stories and community impact
  • Upcoming opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs
  • How you can support or get involved with Space Works
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