What’s on Stacy’s Mind?
What’s on Stacy’s Mind?
Trusting, Building and Doing Left Brain Stuff
There is so much opportunity for Entrepreneurs and businesses in Louisiana. It’s amazing. I am very proud of my state right now for creating an environment for economic growth in creative fields. In 2010 I won a small grant with The Louisiana Department of Cultural Economy. Thanks to Mayor Mitch Landrieu who was then, Lieutenant Governor; an organization to support artistic business ventures by cultural workers, (as we are called)...the ones who bring Flavor and Spice to South Louisiana. With $2,500K and the dream in my heart, I began the creation of LaFleur’s ART and Soul Studio. Product Prototypes were created, Videos shot and produced. With guidance from advisors, and people I trust, the vision evolved. Then test subjects, and Live presentations filled my weeks. The ARTasHealing.US system for Medical Centers was born.
2011 was split in two. Half of the year was spent working on a mural commission and was on a strict timeline,
but I started participating in the free information sessions with the Idea Village. Its a non profit entrepreneur ecosystem cultivator in New Orleans.
I attended the Idea Villages 2011 Entrepreneur week in March. Each day I went, I was blown away by what I was hearing. So, so much opportunity for bright minds and entrepreneurial spirits~ I learned so much. The information which was presented was phenomenal. Their motto is “Trust your Crazy idea’s”...and I Do. My friends don’t call me Crazy Stacy for nothing. Anyone who knows me knows that Stacy always has Idea’s. It’s kind of my thing.
Thank you to Gene Maneray and the ARTs Council of New Orleans for hooking me up with John Norris, Trademark Attorney. LaFleur ARTs TM Brand and LaFleur’s ART and Soul Studio TM became a reality in 2012.
I have met so many other talented entrepreneurs and I feel excited and grateful for the opportunities available to so many at this time. So many people are so focused on the negatives the economy. I see so much positive around me, now. There are so many bright thinkers of our day who are now finding the links and a voice to the world through the use of the modern technology.
Watch out 2013, because the creative genius’ out there are about to bust out ! A new paradigm of creators are emerging.
Each year the Idea Village selects a small group of Entrepreneurs for their idea excellorator program in November and December. It is a 6 weeks intensive strategic planning the companies selected. The finalists receive wise guidance and education by seasoned professionals to cultivate and prepare the finalists for business expansion. Then, they are ready to pitch for Seed Capital and Angel Investors in the spring during Entrepreneur week. This year I was selected to be in the Women In Business Challenge. I am working behind the scenes getting ready for the full production of LaFleur’s Art and Soul Studio TM and the ARTasHEALING.US Hub. I am one of 10 women finalist, and all of the ladies have really good idea’s and cool businesses. At the end of the 6 weeks, 3 will be selected to pitch for seed Capital. The awesome thing is that they are making me get down to the nitty gritty of planning for fast growth... Not my favorite thing I confess.
I had asked God for for a Team, and I am grateful to have a fine team around me. That makes me feel very secure indeed.
So, hey! If you have a crazy idea and want some knowledge, guidance and wisdom on how to take it to the next step, check them out: IdeaVillage.org
Okay I’ve gotta go do Left Brain Tasks Now. Spreadsheets and Logistics and stuff...
I might need a cookie.
Ciao!
Love you,
Stacy
Tuesday, November 27, 2012