From art|Works to startWorks: A New Chapter Begins
What is startWorks and how does it combine everything you love about art|Works with everything you wished it could be.
We’ve always believed in the power of a good beginning.
When art|Works Initiative was launched almost four years ago, we set out to build a space for creatives — a place where artists and artisans could look to for support in making their passions their careers.
Over time, our mission began to grow. What started with art soon evolved into support for entrepreneurs, micro business owners, and creative thinkers of all kinds.
Today, we’re proud to announce our next chapter:
art|Works Initiative is now startWorks.
This new name reflects where we’ve been—and where we’re headed.
startWorks is more than a rebrand. It’s a re-commitment to the people we serve.
Why the Change?
The name “art|Works Initiative” was born from our origins in the creative community. A deep passion for art and the people who created it ignited a flame to help in any way possible.
But as we expanded our work—supporting founders, launching micro businesses, and offering financial, promotional, and technological tools—it became clear that our impact was reaching far beyond the arts.
We needed to help anyone who had the courage to start something new.
We wanted a name that captured the full scope of our vision:
A place where bold ideas begin, and real support helps them grow.
What’s Staying the Same?
While the name has changed, our mission hasn’t.
startWorks is still committed to empowering the dreamers, the doers, and the builders. Whether you're launching a business, scaling an idea, or pivoting into something new, we’re here with:
🚀 Financial support through bookkeeping and accounting: keeping you financially aware and fiscally conscious
📣 Promotional tools to help you reach your target audience in a way they will respond to
🛠️ Technology access that levels the playing field; getting you the products, programs, and support you need in an easy and accessible manner.
🤝 Community that makes you feel like you’re not doing it alone
This isn’t about changing who we are—it’s about stepping into who we’ve become.
What Comes Next?
We’re always building - and we want you to be apart of it.
If you're curious about how startWorks can support your work, your business, or your next big idea, we invite you to:
➡️ Visit our Linktree to explore our services
➡️ Fill out an interest form to get involved
➡️ Join our community of creators and entrepreneurs on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
We’re still about art.
We’re still about work.
But now, we’re all about helping you start.
Welcome to StartWorks. Let’s build something together.
The “Us” you have grown to love will never go away, only refined into the best tool possible for what YOU need.
So, Let’s Get Started
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