Kate Enters: Winner of the 2025 Great Companies International Women Entrepreneur Award

Name: Kate Enters

Business Name: ArtCan

Location: London , United Kingdom ( UK)

Category: Arts & Culture Advocacy

Website: www.artcan.org.uk

Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/artcanorg

Company Detail:

ArtCan is an international organisation that creates opportunities for artists through exhibitions and practice development, as well as peer-to-peer connections, professional recognition, and access to specialist knowledge and support.

Unique Selling Proposition or Competitive Advantage:

ArtCan’s artist-centred ethos means that its model does not involve charging commissions on sales, helping artists focus on developing a sustainable practice. It also provides a valuable community for artists, as being a practising artist can be quite a lonely existence.

Challenges Faced During the Journey:

ArtCan is a volunteer-led organisation with no formal funding. It has always relied on fundraising events to help execute its programme each year, but this also encourages more creativity in finding opportunities for artist members. However, this year, a moderate membership fee was introduced to help cover costs for all the great opportunities it aims to provide for artist members.

Advice for Women Entrepreneurs:

Finding a supportive network is essential; trying to do everything alone can be challenging. Having people behind, whether family or close friends, can make all the difference. Flexibility and adaptability are also crucial—being prepared to change plans when needed is key to success.