Professional development means training and educating working individuals to upgrade while polishing their skills for a successful and safe future in their given discipline. In doing this, individuals become more proficient and acquire additional skills to meet the demands of changing job market. Through professional development, individuals also learn new skills for promoting one’s work (self-tape), self-care, and new categories designed to make the industry a safer and more productive environment. Through specific workshops and special guests, FTC creates a professional environment that builds self-confidence and artistic exploration, and essential skills to survive this ever-changing profession.