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Upcoming Events

  • Mar
    19

    Digital Service Training Series: Websites that Work - Turning Visits into Value

    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    This four-part training series is designed for small business owners interested in understanding the essence of creating effective websites. The series not only covers the foundational aspects of website strategy but also dives deep into advanced strategies that make websites stand out. Through a blend of lectures, collaborative discussions, and real-world applications, business owners will gain comprehensive insights into website creation, ensuring their digital presence aligns with their business goals. The goal of this series is for business owners to leave with a website they’ve built that brings value to their business.

    The training series will run on Tuesdays from 12:00PM-2:00PM on March 19, March 26, April 9 and April 16 at Chatham University Eastside Building. This is a hands-on, interactive training series and participants are expected to attend all four sessions. After each training session participants will be asked to complete an assignment before the next session.

    To participate in this training series, you must have access to a laptop and have a website domain established. The training series is limited to 15 participants. Any size business is welcome and is beneficial for new and existing websites..

    - Session 1 - March 19: Introduction to Website Strategy (Platform Analysis, Brand Position, User Intent, and Data Analysis).
    - Session 2 - March 26: Website Strategy Deep Dive (Real-world website strategy challenges and experiences, performance tracking).
    - Session 3 - April 9: Website Tools and Beyond (ADA Compliance, Mobile Responsiveness, Social Media, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Intellectual Property, E-commerce, and Digital Asset Creation).
    - Session 4 - April 16: Website Review & Feedback (Present and Review each participants’ website and provide feedback on improving website strategy, website design and optimization).

    Facilitators:
    Meesha Gerhart, CEO, RedTree Web Designs
    Auldyn Matthews-McGee, Founder, Auldyn Matthews Consulting, LLC & Assistant Teaching Professor at the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University.


    To Register for Training Series, CLICK HERE!

  • Apr
    17

    Webinar: SBA Loan Programs and Lender Match

    12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
    Do you need access to capital to start or grow your business? The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a variety of guaranteed loan programs for all kinds of small business ventures. SBA Western Pennsylvania Lender Relations Specialist, Lynn Ann Vozniak will give an overview of the SBA guaranteed loan programs 7(a), 504, and Microloan, eligibility requirements, and how to use the Lender Match platform to find SBA-qualified lenders that meet your financial needs. Chatham Women’s Business Center will share information about its funding clinic and counseling services to assist with identifying funding sources and loan applications.

    To register for the Webinar, CLICK HERE!

  • Apr
    18

    Voice Of Business Speaker Series

    09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    In today’s rapidly advancing technological landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an indispensable tool across various industries. This talk is designed for aspiring and existing business owners who want to add AI tools to their working lives in an informed and responsible way. Alison Alvarez, CEO and Co-Founder of BlastPoint will discuss the myriad of new technologies that can super charge your communications, save time, and help you work smarter, not harder. Alison will also discuss how we think about using AI ethically and potential pitfalls that may occur when using AI tools.

  • May
    01

    Concept to Launch - Hybrid

    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    "Concept to Launch" is a 6-week entrepreneurial training program for entrepreneurs in the early stages of starting a business.

    Dates: Six Wednesday evenings from 6-8 PM starting on May 1st and ending on June 5th.

    The Summer program will be offered in a hybrid model at a reduced rate of $55. The program is capped at 25 participants.

    The first five classes will be held online via Zoom, and the last class will be held in person on June 5th at Chatham Eastside, 6585 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.

    Required: Zoom capable device and internet access to participate for remaining classes.

    Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who complete four or more classes live.

    Classes focus on:

    - Developing the business concept
    - Identifying target customers and markets
    - Marketing strategies
    - Foundational operations of your business
    - Basic financials
    - Legal business entities
    - Developing and delivering your “pitch”

    Facilitator: Lillian Rafson, Founder and CEO of Pack Up + Go

    To view the syllabus for the Concept to Launch program: Click here

    To register, click here.