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Explore 2020 Data in CVSuite

With 2022 well underway, we wanted to start the new year off right by sharing some wonderful news with our readers—the Creative Vitality™ Suite now holds 2020 data! CVSuite updates its data throughout the year when new data becomes available from our data provider, Economic Modeling Specialists International (Emsi). When... read more →
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2021 Creative Vitality™ Summit

Recently, the Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF), in partnership with the National Creative Economy Coalition, ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, Grantmakers in the Arts, and others held its first Creative Vitality™ Summit. The Summit brought together 40 creative economy experts, arts and culture leaders, and equity champions... read more →
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WESTAF’s CVSuite™ and Public Art Archive™ Announce 6 Can’t-Miss Public Art Stops of the Southwest

Recently, CVSuite and its team of editors, designers, and data analysts paired up with WESTAF’s Public Art Archive to launch 6 Can’t-Miss Public Art Stops of the Southwest. The list showcases cities with public art collections that represent the promise and complexity of the region and that embrace the unique... read more →
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COVID-19 and Its Impact on the Creative Economy

During these unprecedented times, COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the creative sector. “Artists, arts nonprofits, and creative businesses (like design firms, galleries, and photography studios) are facing significant financial challenges from the COVID-19 crisis with limited levels of savings or reserves,” says WESTAF Director of Public Policy and... read more →