A Creative Industries Newsletter
July 15, 2021
Level up with creative career tips - coupled with a side of inspiration
To promote equity and inclusion in the creative industries, we use our newsletter each month to amplify the voices of BIPOC creatives in Washington State. We hand over the newsletter and invite a creative of color to populate it with information and inspiration that reflects their perspective and their community.
Andre Bouchard (he/him)

The Olympia-based curator and creative consultant is breaking down barriers in the performance world and setting the stage for Native performing artists to succeed.
Why Creative Businesses Need to Care About Organizational Culture

Andre Bouchard tells us why "culture eats business plans for breakfast," and how to create an equitable and supportive workplace that’s earned your community’s respect.
Julia Keefe (she/her)

Andre Bouchard talks to musician Julia Keefe about finding sustainability and community in her arts practice and business, and some hidden jazz history Washingtonians should know about.
Your Primer In Contemporary Native American Music

"Native art doesn’t necessarily look like what you think it does," says Andre Bouchard. Here are three Washington State based Native Musicians he'd like to introduce you to.