This week’s episode is nothing short of a masterclass for creatives who are ready to step into their power as founders. I sat down with the powerhouse that is Nina Orm—a multi-passionate entrepreneur whose work moves at the intersection of art, culture, storytelling, and capital.

Nina has lived many lives—working in government doing policy work, pivoting into finance to sharpen her skills, and ultimately building platforms that bridge creativity and capital. Now, through Orm Muse Collective and The Agora Fund, she’s redefining how artists, filmmakers, fashion designers, and culture keepers access resources, funding, and visibility.

In this episode, we explore:

• The investor’s perspective—what funders are really looking for, and how creatives can pitch with clarity, confidence, and conviction.
• The mindset shift from freelancer to founder—why this one change can completely transform your sustainability as a creative.
• Knowing your numbers—the importance of knowing your numbers as a creative founder
• Diversifying income streams—from retainers to licensing and everything in between, Nina breaks down how creatives can stop trading time for money.
• A Next Renaissance—why we’re in a cultural moment that creatives can rise to shape what’s next.
• Aligned investment—how to identify and attract funders who not only understand your art but also align with your integrity and mission.

This conversation is a wake-up call for artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone building a legacy through creativity. Nina doesn’t just drop theory—she offers strategies, tools, and frameworks that creatives can use right now to grow, sustain, and expand their work without compromise.

Take notes. Replay it. Let it stretch your mindset.

✨ Connect with Nina Orm and explore her work

Nina Orm is the Founder of Orm Muse Collective, a next-generation creative platform at the intersection of art, film, fashion, and entrepreneurship. She is also the Founding Partner of The Agora Fund, a venture platform investing in the cultural economy. Through both ventures, Nina is dedicated to building sustainable creative legacies, bridging capital and culture, and empowering underrepresented voices in the arts.

Creative Compass (creative business school waitlist): ⁠www.ormmusecollective.com/waitlist⁠

Creativity Meets Capital Newsletter: ⁠CreativityMeetsCapital.substack.com⁠

Art Advisory/Consulting: ⁠www.ormmusecollective.com/artadvisory⁠

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