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FPL's micro-entrepreneurship program is back to serve the blossoming entrepreneurship community in Northwest Arkansas. From Maker to Market is largely supported by the Walton Family Foundation. If you have any questions, please email us. We look forward to seeing your ideas!
Applications for the spring cohort are now closed. The next cohort will run September – November 2026, with applications reopening August 1. Info sessions about the fall program are tentatively scheduled for early August. Keep an eye on our events calendar for offical dates and times.
From Maker to Market participants will explore topics such as product prototyping, digital fabrication, business development and marketing strategies. Designed to be flexible and meet the needs of a busy schedule, From Maker to Market combines in-person workshops in the library's Center for Innovation and curated online courses through Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Each participant who completes the required 72 hours of training will receive a $500 materials stipend to help give their business the boost that it needs.
+ Thorough training on the tools in the Fabrication & Robotics Lab.
+ Opportunities for in-depth prototype development
+ Training in the video and photography studios for marketing and promotional purposes
+ Use of the 3D printers, laser cutters, vacuum form mold makers, vinyl printers, heat press and more
+ Classes and workshops from local experts and business owners
+ Free professional headshots in the Center for Innovation’s Photography Studio
+ Training in business development topics such as writing a business plan, discovering funding options, navigating trademarks and copyrights, branding and marketing, and more
Applications will be scored based on a list of criteria so please review the information below to determine if your product is a right fit for the program.
+ Be available to complete 72 hours of in-person and online content in 12 weeks
+ Be able to make a working prototype with the equipment and resources available in the Center for Innovation
+ Have begun developing a business plan or designing your prototype
If you have any questions, please email centerforinnovation@faylib.org. We look forward to seeing your ideas!
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