Rising Tide Westport June Meeting: Smart Money, Steady Business

Join us for a conversation about how to navigate your business finances with confidence, no matter what stage of the journey you’re in.
About this Event

Rising Tide Westport June Meeting: Smart Money, Steady Business

Financial Wellbeing and Planning for Creative Entrepreneurs

Date: Tuesday June 30, 6:30pm-8:00pm

Location: Haus of Pretty. 575 Riverside Ave. Westport CT 06880

Event Description:
Let’s be honest: very few people start a creative business because they are passionate about bookkeeping.

When you’re a photographer, designer, maker, or strategist, it’s easy to focus entirely on the work you love and treat the financial side as an afterthought - or something to worry about only during tax season. But building a business that lasts means finding a sense of calm and clarity when you look at your numbers.

This June, we are getting together to talk about money, minus the corporate jargon and judgment.

Whether you are currently navigating the unpredictable "feast-or-famine" cycle of freelance life, trying to figure out how to finally pay yourself a consistent salary, or deciding if you can afford to outsource tasks so you can scale, this conversation is for you.

What we’ll talk about:

• Lowering the stress: Simple habits to organize your cash flow without overcomplicating your life.
• Predictable growth: How to move from just surviving month-to-month to planning for future investments.
• Knowing your worth: Looking at pricing, profit, and paying yourself first.

There are no spreadsheets to turn in, no products being pitched, and no high-pressure networking. Just an open, honest roundtable with local creatives who are figuring it out right alongside you.

Who It’s For: Creatives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.

About us: Rising Tide brings creative small business owners together to collaborate and share their diverse perspectives and expertise. By uniting individuals over their various struggles, experiences, and ambitions, we create a welcoming environment that fosters both personal and professional growth. Catering to small business owners and supporters in all industries, Rising Tide cultivates connections, provides valuable resources, and fosters conversations about creative approaches to running a business.