Research confirms that “creativity” in the for-profit workplace can enhance many factors that increase the bottom line. How can companies access “creativity”? Can creativity be gained via relationships with arts and culture organizations? What are some examples of companies making productive use of creativity in the workplace? And what resource materials are available? The following is a listing of items that can be helpful.
ITEMS OF INTEREST
EmcArts www.EmcArts.org
Recognized as the leading provider of innovation services to the nonprofit arts sector nationwide, EmcArts serves as a nonprofit intermediary for arts funders, and as a re-granting agency and service organization for the arts field around innovation. Our innovation programs support the development and implementation of mission-centered new strategies by arts organizations of all sizes. The programs range from directly incubating specific innovation projects to introductory programs that enable new thinking and build a culture of innovation across local arts communities. EmcArts Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization.
What Does It Mean to Have A Creative Workforce
Creative Workforce Editorial in "Product Design & Development" Magazine - January 4, 2010
www.pddnet.com/editorials/?folderid=1482&page=2
EVENTS
Creativity at Work
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond brings artists and participants together in three intensive one-day sessions, spread out over a three-month period (September -November 2010) to give participants time to absorb and put to use the concepts and insights learned. Demonstrations, discussions and hands-on creative workshops, including small and large group exercises and activities, explore three primary themes: Igniting the Creative Spark, Seeing with Unique Vision, and The Intersection of Collaboration and Innovation.
Please visit The Visual Art Center of Richmond's website for more information.
Creativity Forum 2010
Presented by the Visual Arts Center of Richmond and the Robins School of Business at University of Richmond.
April 1st 7:30-9:30 am. $25 limited seating
Daniel H. Pink, the author of the bestselling A Whole New Mind: Why Right- Brainers Will Rule the Future and the new Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, will speak on his paradigm-shattering ideas about what truly motivates us and how we can use that knowledge to work smarter and live better. Drawing on four decades of scientific research on human motivation, Pink exposes the mismatch between what science knows and what business managers do to motivate people. In our economy of reduced resources and global competition, where innovation and creativity are no longer a luxury but a necessity, Pink’s ideas are both important and inspiring.
Visit www.visarts.org/special-events/creativity-forum-2010 for more information and to register.
Muse Awards
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is accepting nominations for the 6th Annual Muse Awards, which champion creativity and innovation in business in Virginia. The deadline for nominations is May 1.
Visit www.vmfa.mediaroom.state.va.us/muse.htm for more information.