Apply until 25th November 2024

Digital Transformation for Creative Entrepreneurs

november 2024 - january 2025 | 
objekt narva & ONLINE

Create, innovate, grow.

Are you a creative entrepreneur looking to scale your business? Digital transformation can open new opportunities.

Join our comprehensive program featuring a hands-on hackathon on November 28th in OBJEKT Narva and a two-month online expert mentorship program.

Apply until November 25th.

Register now to start your digital transformation journey! Participation is completely free, including all workshops and mentoring sessions.

Who should attend?

This program welcomes both established creative businesses and independent professionals - anyone in the creative sector who wants to make their creative work more scalable through digital solutions.

Whether you're a solo artist, designer, content creator, or part of a creative team - this program can help you scale your creative business.

While particularly encouraging Ida-Virumaa participants, our hybrid program welcomes creatives from all Estonian regions.

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6
workshops
2
months of training
6
mentors

Agenda

november 28TH 2024 | Talks are in english & russian
Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 9:30 AM
Registration & Coffee

Arrival, registration, coffee and networking

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 10:00 AM
Introduction

Introduction to program and organizers, participants' introductions, introduction of support opportunities for creative entrepreneurs in Estonia; coffee break

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 11:45 AM
Workshop 1: Digital components

Overview of commonly used digital components and their relevance to creative entrepreneurs

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 9:30 AM
Registration & Coffee

Arrival, registration, coffee and networking

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 10:00 AM
Introduction

Introduction to program and organizers, participants' introductions, introduction of support opportunities for creative entrepreneurs in Estonia; coffee break

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 11:45 AM
Workshop 1: Digital components

Overview of commonly used digital components and their relevance to creative entrepreneurs

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 12:15 PM
Workshop 2: Process management methods

Introduction to process management methods and cost/revenue analysis

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 12:45 PM
Teamwork

Teamwork, Checkpoint 1 on digitalization goals and necessary processes

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 1:45 PM
Lunch

Lunch time

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 2:15 PM
Workshop 3: Business model concept

Business model concept, examples of digital business models

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 2:45 PM
Workshop 4: Digital sustainability

Digital sustainability

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 3:15 PM
Teamwork, Checkpoint 2

Teamwork, Checkpoint 2 on business model refinement and digital sustainability elements; coffee break

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 4:30 PM
Workshop 5: Branding for creative entrepreneurs

Branding for creative entrepreneurs

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 5:00 PM
Workshop 6: Pitching

Pitching - advice on content and formats

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 5:30 PM
Preparation of final presentations

Preparation of final presentations (purpose: to present progress made during the day and outline further plans)

Hackathon
Nov 28, 2024 6:00 PM
Final presentations and hackathon wrap-up

Final presentations, mentor feedback, introduction of next steps, and hackathon conclusion (snacks and drinks provided)

Mentoring program
Dec 2, 2024 10:00 AM
Mentoring program

Mentoring program

Mentoring program
Jan 24, 2025 10:00 AM
End of Mentoring Program

End of Mentoring program

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Why Attend

We understand that integrating digital solutions into creative work can be challenging - that's why we've designed a program that makes this journey clearer and more achievable. Discover your path to digital success.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Learn how to enhance your creative work through digital solutions, develop sustainable business models, and prepare for future opportunities.

hands on approach

Work directly with experts through practical workshops designed to help you digitalize and scale your creative business.

developed strategy

Create a clear action plan for digitalizing and scaling your creative work.

continued SUPPORT

After the hackathon, benefit from two months of personalized mentoring to implement your digital transformation strategy.

One day to start, two months to grow.

Start with an intensive one-day hackathon on November 28th at OBJEKT Narva, where you'll learn digital solutions, business modeling, and growth strategies. Then continue with two months of expert mentoring to implement your digital transformation strategy and build a scalable creative business.

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Organizers

Jelena Oštšepkova
Digital Transformation Strategist
"Digital transformation isn't just about adding technology – it's about rethinking how we create value. We help creative entrepreneurs find that balance between innovation and efficiency."
Jelena Žovnikova
Program Leader & Business Development Expert
"Having trained over 1,000 entrepreneurs, I've seen firsthand how digital transformation can unlock the potential of creative businesses and drive sustainable growth."
Liudmyla Mishchenko
Technical Innovation Lead
"Technology should enable creativity, not complicate it. We help creative entrepreneurs bridge the gap between technology and creativity effectively and confidently."

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a participation fee?

No, participation in the program is free of charge. All program activities - workshops, two months of mentoring sessions, refreshments, and lunch - come with no participation fee. This initiative is co-financed by Startup Estonia.

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Do I need technical experience?

No prior technical expertise is required to participate in our program. We welcome participants from all multidisciplinary backgrounds and encourage a mix of creative, business, and technical skills.

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What languages will be used?

Program language will be adapted to participants' needs. Both English and Russian are possible working languages, with the final choice depending on the group composition.

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What are the participation options?

You can join our program either as an individual participant or as part of a pre-formed team. Don't worry if you don't have a team - during the program, you may find opportunities to connect with other participants.

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Am I the right fit for this program?

Our program is designed for creative entrepreneurs, independent professionals, and small business owners in creative industries. It's perfect for individuals seeking digital innovation and multidisciplinary teams looking to enhance their business through technology. Whether you're a solo artist, designer, content creator, or part of a creative team, this program can help you scale your business.

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