Welcome to Richmond, Virginia’s

Business & Art Coalition

Connecting small businesses and the arts to create, collaborate, and grow together.

Bridging Business & Creativity

About the BAC

The Business & Art Coalition brings together small businesses and arts organizations to foster meaningful partnerships, support new creative initiatives, and provide accessible business education. Through free workshops, networking opportunities, and community-driven events like benefit concerts and festivals, we empower artists and entrepreneurs to thrive together.

The Business & Art Coalition meets monthly, and is hosted by various artists and businesses in the Richmond community. If you are interested in hosting a BAC meeting in the future, please let us know!

Stay Connected & Get Involved

Upcoming Events

BAC November Meeting
November 13th, 2026

Join us for our November meeting on Friday, November 13th, from Noon. Hosted at Glen Allen Library, 10501 Staples Mill Rd, 23060.

December Meeting
December 11th, 2026

Join us for our December meeting on Friday, December 11th, from Noon. Hosted at the award-winning Intermission Beer Company, 10180 Lakeridge Pkwy #14, Ashland, VA. Celebrating 2 years of the BAC!

FREE WORKSHOPS
The Business & Art Coalition hosts FREE workshops for the community!

Interested in offering a workshop to the community? Reach out to matt@thevideodepartmentrva.com to discuss details.

Meet Our Community

Discover Richmond’s vibrant network of businesses and arts organizations working together to enrich our community. Browse our member directory and find upcoming member-hosted events that celebrate the intersection of commerce and creativity.

Meet Our Members

See Upcoming Member Events

Answers at a Glance

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the BAC cost anything?

No, BAC membership is 100% free. To join, simply email businessartcoalition@gmail.com.

What is your purpose?

The purpose of the Business and Art Coalition is multi-faceted: increase arts awareness in the greater Richmond area, provide free business education to artists and business owners, and develop new programs to continue to grow the reach of Richmond arts and arts organizations.

What can I expect at a meeting?

You can expect to meet business owners, artists, and arts leaders who share our goal to promote, educate, and grow the arts community in Richmond.

What’s in it for me?

Aside from meeting incredible community leaders and entrepreneurs, you may have a brief opportunity to share with the group what it is you’re up to, and what you’re looking for. We also offer free workshops, and will continue to expand our offerings as our coalition grows.

How do I join?

Email us at businessartcoalition@gmail.com or sign up below, to join our mailing list! If it’s your first time, shoot us an email to let us know you’d like to attend a meeting.

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