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Panel: Navigating a Creative Business in Turbulent Times
Thursday April 9, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Salon 2
We are living through unprecedented times, and the strain of launching and marketing and running a creative business is challenging, even on the easiest of days. This panel discussion will share ideas of how we can get through the toughest of situations and can address ideas such as how to keep things running despite wars, tariffs, climate change, the economy, and when you just can't get out of bed.
Presenters
avatar for Usha Mishra

Usha Mishra

UshaDesigns
Usha Mishra (she/her) of UshaDesigns is an artist and surface designer with a passion for adding colorful, decorative touches in the world.

Prior to embarking on a full-time creative career, Usha spent 20+ years working as a marketing strategist. For nearly four years she has led virtual co-working groups and loves encouraging creatives to be more confident in the business side of things... Read More →
avatar for Heather Kell

Heather Kell

CEO/Founder, Kellofaplan LLC
Heather Kell is the creative force behind Kellofaplan, a planner brand that helps thousands of people around the world plan a life they love. A former classroom teacher, she turned her passion for organization into a thriving business that designs planners, sticker books, and accessories... Read More →
avatar for Dari Litchman

Dari Litchman

Owner/Operator, The Craft Salon
Dari Litchman the owner and operator of The Craft Salon in Brooklyn, NY. She also goes by her alias “The Craft Whisperer”. Dari has led workshops with BUST MAGAZINE, BROOKLYN BRAINERY, FOUNDERS WORKSPACE, FROST VALLEY YMCA, CRAFTJAM, CRAFTCATION, and has been featured in SWEET... Read More →
Navigating A Creative Business in Turbulent Times Sched pdf
Navigating a Creative Business Toolkit pdf
Thursday April 9, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Salon 2
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