Growth Webinars and Workshops
The Growth workshop series is customized for business owners looking to strategically position their businesses for growth and expansion. Register for one session or all to take advantage of this great series.
Upcoming Events
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Sep
11The Business of Child Care Start-Up - Application
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Fee: Free
Location: Application - OnlineThe Business of Child Care Start-Up The Business of Child Care is a free application-based entrepreneurial training program for start-up child care providers located within the Greater Pittsburgh region, facilitated by the Center for Women's Entrepreneurship at Chatham University (CWE) in partnership with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) and Invest PGH. Financial support provided by the Hillman Foundation.
To view the syllabus for the Business of Child Care Start-up Program: CLICK HERE!
For More Information and Application, CLICK HERE!
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Sep
11Trying Together Home Based Child Care - Application
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Fee: Free
Location: Application - OnlineAre you interested in opening your own home based child care business?
Trying Together in partnership with Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship is offering a 12-week course that includes information about best business practices, opening a small business, child care licensing, Keystone STARS, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Course participants will receive:
- Start-up mini-grants totaling $5,000 at course completion
- Peer mentoring from local child care business owners
- Support to become state licensed and participate in Keystone STARS
- Financial stipends for the cost of transportation and child care
- Opportunity to borrow laptop if needed
- Opportunity to receive technical assistance from Chatham University Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship experts
- Free one-year membership in the Chatham University Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship
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Sep
28Workshop: From Maker to Marketplace
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Fee: Free
Location: Carnegie Library of Homestead, 510 E. 10th Avenue, Munhall, PA 15120This event is free and open to everyone, and there will be an open marketplace for area artisans and shoppers.
Agenda
10-11AM : Presentations
11-11:30AM : Meeting with Lenders & Artisans
The SBA Pittsburgh District Office is teaming up with CWE to offer an in-person workshop on how to go from Maker to Marketplace. If you’re an artisan or food maker with dreams of seeing your products online or on local market shelves, then this workshop is for you.
Small business owner Sarah Kaminski will share her entrepreneurial journey detailing how she turned her plant-based recipes into Best Ever Granola in 2020, into a brand that is found at 75 retailers in more than five states. Community & Membership Engagement Coordinator Michelle Price will discuss the Center’s programs and services to help entrepreneurs launch and scale their businesses. Also addressed will be the importan … more info -
Oct
04Digital Service Training Series: Websites that Work - Turning Visits into Value
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $55 General Admission.
$25 CWE Members & Chatham Students
Free for Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members
Location: Chatham Eastside - 6585 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206This 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 Wednesdays from 1:00PM-3:00PM on October 4, October 18, November 1, and November 15 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 assi … more info -
Oct
26Webinar: Introduction to Government Contracting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Online - ZoomLearn about what a SPC APEX Accelerator is, the government marketplace, how to get started in the government marketplace, and small business certifications. This webinar is ideal for any small business interested in learning more government contracting at the local, state, and federal levels.
Presenter: Faith Collins | APEX Accelerator Counselor, SPC APEX Accelerator Subcenter
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Nov
04ServSafe® Food Manager Certification
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $125
Location: Chatham University, 1 Woodland Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15232ServSafe is a food safety training administered by the U.S. National Restaurant Association which prepares food industry leaders to implement essential public health practices and create a culture of food safety. Pennsylvania law requires at least one employee per licensed food facility to hold a nationally recognized food manager certification during all hours of operation.
ServSafe Manager Certification training, offered in collaboration with the Center for Regional Agriculture and Food Transformation (CRAFT) , is held in two 8-hour sessions, with the exam held in the latter part of the second session. The training consists of a mix of slides, videos, and group activities that cover many topics that relate to running a safe and healthy food business including: foodborne microorganisms and allergens, the flow of food, food safety management systems, pest management, and cleaning and sanitation. Upon successful completion of the t … more info -
Nov
09Webinar: Capabilities Statements and Their Use in Government Contracting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Online - ZoomLearn more about capabilities statements, their parts, and their utilization in the government marketplace. Capabilities statements are resumes for your business and can leave a lasting impression - this webinar will help you make the right impression. This webinar is ideal for any small business interested in learning more government contracting at the local, state, and federal levels.
Presenter: Faith Collins | SPC APEX Accelerator Counselor, SPC APEX Accelerator Subcenter
To register for the Webinar, CLICK HERE!