CCE's Pathways

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WHAT IS PATHWAYS?

Pathways for Entrepreneurial Success is an inclusive entrepreneurial training program to develop the skills and the “mindset” needed to start a business. Using the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program curriculum, which focuses on mindset as its core foundation, Pathways develops the head and heart to seek, explore, and refine the vision and steps needed to start the business that you desire.

This 6-week program focuses on:

Equipping future entrepreneurs with a business mindset
Immersing participants in experiences that cultivate creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving
Promoting effective communication and accountability
Introducing participants to local community partners and resources that can be tapped into following the program.

WHAT IS THE CENTER FOR CREATIVE ECONOMY?

The Center for Creative Economy provides programs for inception and early-stage business training to expand the capacity of creatives to emerge as viable entrepreneurs. Our inclusive, customized education and mentorship programs fulfill our mission to Launch, Grow, and Accelerate a diverse range of creative entrepreneurs and business owners.

HOW CAN I PARTICIPATE IN PATHWAYS?

Participation Pathways is FREE.

The program is funded by the City of Winston Salem with federal funds designated for economic development and is limited to residents of Winston-Salem from low-to-moderate income households.

Applications for the Winter 2025 cohort are now closed.

Pathways is offered multiple times a year. Check back soon to be a part of our next cohort.

YOU'RE NOT IN THIS ALONE!

Pathways will collaborate with community partners and business mentors to guide participants to the resources available in Winston-Salem, and assist your transition into the ecosystem.

Joy Nelson Thomas

Project Manager

CCE collaborates with Joy Nelson Thomas, founder of New Journey Management Group (NJMG), as the Project Manager for Pathways. NJMG is a Winston-Salem based project management company that provides for-profit and nonprofit enterprises with tactical support and accountability to accelerate their growth.