DESTA CULTURE
DESTA CULTURE
DESTA Culture works toward the future by building a strong ecosystem of Black cultural expertise and collaborative platforms for growth and representation. Through our Culture Incubator – composed of chefs, farmers, DJs, filmmakers, massage therapists, tattoo artists, and other cultural professionals – we support Black creativity as a source of inspiration and economic opportunity, nourishing local businesses while grounding Black entrepreneurship in community action.
CULTURE
INCUBATOR
A collaborative program that supports emerging cultural entrepreneurs through:
- Business development support
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Access to professional services and production opportunities
- Connections to community initiatives and partnerships
Participants include chefs, DJs, filmmakers, tattoo artists, wellness practitioners, and other cultural professionals.
MAISON
ONYX
A platform where Culture Incubator members and alumni produce:
- Workshops
- Creative programming
- Public learning experiences
- Cultural events
These initiatives share cultural knowledge with the broader community while creating paid opportunities for participants.
CONSULTING
COLLECTIVE
A collaborative program that supports emerging cultural entrepreneurs through:
- Consulting contracts
- Creative production projects
- Event programming
These initiatives share cultural knowledge with the broader community while creating paid opportunities for participants.
