CREATIVE ECONOMY

The Nest Accelerator

Acceleration of Creative Circular Economy Entrepreneurs

Building a Circular Economy & Accelerating Sacramento Creatives

Unlocking potential and fostering innovation, Nest's accelerator program thrives on a foundation of mentorship excellence. The goal: equip every participant with the right tools, mindset, and pacing to grow and scale sustainably. Updates on 2026 cohort coming soon.

Process

NEST is built to meet each founder where they are. We work intentionally with underserved communities, adapting to barriers. Support is flexible and dignified, on-site or virtual, plain-language, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive.

Mentors

Our mentors play a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing the growth of participant's business, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's dynamic market.

Connections & Opportunities

We facilitate meaningful connections that forge valuable partnerships, for a strong supportive and collaborative sustainable community that elevates creative businesses and circular economy solutions.

Business & Concepts

We translate concepts like COGS, margins, SOPs, and unit economics into plain steps, paired with hands-on tools and templates worksheets, and checklists, and more. Knowing the language opens doors and speeds critical decision making.

MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO:

COHORTS

2025 COHORT

Upcycled Dragon
Cavinia's VIP Services
Humble Bee Herbal

2024 COHORT

Arcane Moon
Beale Hot Sauce
Candle Wonders
Epiphany Media
Island Girl Art
Joyce Pierce Alchemies
KC Kombucha
Lorna M Designs
Miche Niche
Nida Akhtar Studio
Spacepig Press
Sunshine Studios