Trenton Brunch aims to galvanize artists and entrepreneurs – nj.com

Crown Tyquan Benton designer wants to help Trenton artists and entreprees join the city’s resources to grow and maintain their business.

So he organized an event called “Trenton Creatives Networking Brunch” to do just that.

The free event will be held on Saturday, February 1, from noon to 16:00, in much better studios, 125 S. Warren St., in Trenton.

“We will talk about grants and access to funding and support. We will discuss how to get support for artists and businesses in the city. We will also talk about how we can cooperate better as artists and residents in the city, “says Benton, a special project manager for the Social Justice Organization based in Trenton, Ilesles.

“So, I think everyone who has a business within the arts … This would definitely be useful for them.”

Benton said that attendees will meet the Trenton Art Plan in the city, part of the City Creek to Canal Creative District initiative to develop, emphasize and support the scene of arts and culture in the city center.

He said Trenton -based Skil Lit Café restaurant will take care of the event, which will include raffles, gifts, games, music and local suppliers. Participants will also have the opportunity to make their head from a photographer.

“This event is something like putting the medicine in the candy,” said Quayshaun Williams, the owner of much better studios. “This is a free event sponsored by the islands, and we strive to galvanize the community to come and learn about all the different initiatives, information and resources available to them.”

During the event, Tezhanae Jackson, the owner of Touch of Culture Marketing, will have measuring a panel of home artists and entrepreneurs who will discuss their success and resources accessible to business and artist owners in Trenton.

Panelists will include: Benton, Quayshaun Williams, CEO of Andre McNair Vintage Clothes Brand, Manika Fashion Brand Qayseasn Williams and Bicoastal Collection Brand Ceo John Pack III.

“I believe your network is your net value,” said Quayshaun Williams, “And this event will allow local and external creators to come and get involved on the ground floor, because what we present at the event is the river in the area On the channel plan. “

Qaysean Williams panelist, has no connection with Quayshaun Williams, started his business specializing in creating clothing with elements such as sequels, artificial skins and feathers intertwined with contemporary influences of street clothes in 2014.

“I am a fashion and costume designer known as” one hand to sew, “earning this title for my ability to create a sophisticated fashion using only one hand,” said Caisian Williams, noting that he has headed many fashion events and projects In Trenton.

“Knowing how important it is to support events and projects today to help build a creative community, without hesitation, I wanted to support Bruncha,” he said.

“I look forward to contacting everyone who is present to get acquainted with the new initiatives that are happening in the city to thrive businesses,” he added. “And to provide all kinds of insights, from my years of experience as a business owner in the fashion industry.”

To book the event, visit the Creek to Canal Creative District website.