Business Workshops for Artists
Financial Planning & Bookkeeping for Small Arts-Based Businesses
Free Online Workshop
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
12:30 – 2:30 pm (NL) | Free
Don’t have the time and money to invest in a business degree? This special two-hour workshop will equip you with the financial fundamentals you need to help your small, arts-based business thrive.
Join us for this free training session and learn how to master the essentials of financial planning and bookkeeping. Participants will learn how to create a robust financial plan and maintain accurate financial records to ensure they are ready come tax season. The session will cover key topics such as budgeting, revenue and expense tracking, and tax preparation, tailored specifically for the unique needs of creative entrepreneurs (we’ll even set up and walk through a sample budget with a fictional business, giving you a hands-on learning experience). Attendees will gain practical skills and insights to enhance their financial stability and support the growth of their business.
Key Takeaways:
Understanding the basics of financial planning and its importance for business success.
Learning how to create and manage a budget effectively.
Mastering bookkeeping essentials, including tracking income and expenses.
Tips for preparing for tax season and understanding relevant tax obligations.
James Lanning has over nine years of experience working in various roles in businesses ranging from Financial Controller to Director of Operations. He graduated from Memorial University with a B. Comm in 2014, earned his CPA in 2017, his Master’s Certificate in Project Management in 2018, and completed the Oxford Strategic Innovation Programme in 2021. He is a perpetual learner, and has taken a keen interest in improving the lives of business owners and individuals alike by providing them with accurate, timely and consistent financial information so they can focus on growing their businesses.
Jennifer Collins has over 18 years of bookkeeping experience leading an accounting department of over five bookkeepers responsible for over 30 companies and over 1,000 employees. She has completed the Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation and is an expert in all things bookkeeping. She’s taken a keen interest in the intersection of accounting and technology, and is continuously learning new ways to improve the accounting process for her clients. Her vast experience, energy and ambition provides her with all the tools to give you and your company financial peace of mind.
Keen is a locally-owned and operated financial services company. Through comprehensive financial services rooted in technology, we work with our clients as passionate partners to bring clarity and efficiency to their organizational finances.