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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-9/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:SEED Fort Wayne + CWOW: Unlocking Your Design Business Training & Financial Literacy for Women
DESCRIPTION:Have a business or business idea but need help getting started? Join us and like-minded women for a 6-module business development course where you will learn the basics of business\, finance\, and marketing. Over 5 classes\, we will cover topics such as identifying the assets you already have\, identifying your customer\, how to budget\, types of businesses\, and much more. \nDates/Time: October 10\, 12\, 17\, 19\, & 24\, 6-9 pm \nCo-Presenters: Becky Stockert\, CWOW Executive Director & Owner of Cat People Press; Lorelei Verlee\, CWOW Founder\, Trainer\, & author of Unlocking Your Design Curriculum \nLocation: Studio Vwazen\, 2310 Weisser Park Ave.\, Fort Wayne\, IN 46803 \nFee: $25 for residents of Renaissance Pointe and Oxford neighborhoods; $50 with financial scholarship; $300 standard tuition \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE. \nThis course is tailored to creative types and women but anyone is welcome to join! Both product-based businesses and service model businesses will be discussed and will benefit from this course. \nThe Course: \n\nModule 1: Identify Your Assets\, 3 hrs\nStudents look deeply at themselves\, their skills\, and their resources to see what product or service need could be the foundation for a transformative business.\nModule 2: Meet Your Market\, 3 hrs\nStudents consider the target customer for their product or service and how they will reach them. They also learn about the importance of branding and visual details and start thinking about how to communicate with customers.\nModule 3: Maximize Your Finances\, 3 hrs\nStudents learn about budgeting and keeping financial records. Understanding costs\, pricing\, and profit are covered extensively. Everyone begins thinking like a business person!\nModule 4: Transform Your Relationships\, 3 hrs\nStudents learn about leadership\, personality styles\, bringing on employees/volunteers\, and consider relationships as assets in different aspects of their lives.\nModule 5: Growing Your Capacity\, 3 hrs\nStudents learn about the nuts and bolts of legally starting a business\, opening a bank account\, insurance\, and more. They also discuss the Triple Bottom Line philosophy: People\, Planet\, and Profit.\nModule 6: Secure Your Future\, one-on-one one-hour mentoring\nStudents bring together everything they have learned and write an official business plan. They will have one-on-one\n\nFinancial need is self-identifying meaning we will not ask you for verification of income. We know everyone’s finances are different and relative to their own situation. We do ask that you write 3-5 sentences about your financial need\, which will be completely confidential\, unless you give us permission otherwise. \nAccommodations: if you require any accommodations such as translation\, hearing\, mobility\, etc.\, please contact us right away. Please note: Studio Vwazen can only be reached by walking up a short flight of stairs and due to the age of building\, there is no elevator. If you require accommodations for stairs\, we suggest waiting until our next session of Unlocking Your Design that will accessible. \nQuestions? Email Becky@gocwow.org or call 260-267-9048 \nThank you to SEED for making the program possible.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/seed-fort-wayne-cwow-unlocking-your-design-business-training-financial-literacy-for-women/
LOCATION:Studio Vwazen\, 2310 Weisser Park Ave.\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-8/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-7/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-6/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:SCORE: 10 Business Planning Tips for Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? In this webinar\, our expert presenter will give you 10 business planning tips to help you start your entrepreneurial journey on the right path. \nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll have a list of simple steps that you use to begin your business journey today! \nHere are the business planning elements we’ll review: \n\nHow to define the business idea\nHow to test the idea\nDefining the customer\nUnderstanding the competition\nKnowing the Industry\nManagement\nExplaining the value and benefits this business will provide\nMarketing strategy\nThe financial options\nIs the business idea achievable and does it make sense to start this business\n\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-10-business-planning-tips-for-starting-a-business/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:The NIIC: Third Thursday Client Connect - Maximize Your Small Business Healthcare Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Join us every 3rd Thursday for Client Connect\, an informative series for builders and networkers. \nBring your lunch and join us to connect and learn from your peers. There is no cost to attend. \nThis month’s topic: Maximize Your Small Business Healthcare Benefits \nSpeaker: Leesa Ackerman\, Advocated Healthcare LLC \nFor NIIC Clients (Residents and Non-residents) \nFormat: \n\n40 minutes speaker/presentation/discussion\n15 minutes networking\n5 minutes Callout-discuss topics of special interest for offline meetings among attendees
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-third-thursday-client-connect-maximize-your-small-business-healthcare-benefits-2/
LOCATION:Northeast Indiana Innovation Center\, 3201 Stellhorn Rd\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:SCORE: Alternative Funding Options for Hispanic-Owned Businesses in 2023
DESCRIPTION:Hispanic-owned businesses are the fastest-growing entrepreneurs in the United States\, but Access to capital continues to be a pressing challenge for Hispanic entrepreneurs. \nIn this webinar\, business funding expert Hannah Fernandez will break down the alternative funding options available to Hispanic small businesses and help you identify which option(s) is best for you.\n\nYou will learn: \n\nChallenges faced by Hispanic entrepreneurs\nAlternative funding options are available\nHow to determine which option is best for you\nHow to increase your chances of getting funded\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-alternative-funding-options-for-hispanic-owned-businesses-in-2023/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-5/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:SCORE: Discover the Best Franchise Opportunities for You in 2023
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to step into a franchise? The world of franchising can be complicated and choosing the right franchise is crucial to business success. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will show you how to identify growing industries\, what contributes to franchise growth and how to discover the best franchise opportunities for you in 2023. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nthe factors that make a franchise opportunity a perfect fit\ntrending industries and the opportunities they offer\nunderstanding the dynamics that contribute to franchise growth.\n15-minute Q&A session with our Franchise expert\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-discover-the-best-franchise-opportunities-for-you-in-2023/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-4/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Use AI in Your Digital Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way businesses determine and execute their marketing strategy. In this webinar\, we’ll explain the basics of AI and how it can improve your digital marketing\, from helping you find the right audience to optimizing your social media content. \nDiscover how AI can make your blog and website easier to find online and gather strategic insights about your industry and competitors. Whether you’re new to digital marketing or just want to improve your digital marketing strategy\, we’ll show you how to use AI effectively and confidently. \nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-use-ai-in-your-digital-marketing-strategy/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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UID:7837-1693503000-1693513800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-3/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230829T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164918Z
UID:7948-1693314000-1693317600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Brand Clarity: Make your Marketing Easy & Effective
DESCRIPTION:Find out why branding is relevant for everyone to stand out and survive as an entrepreneur. Understand the steps to the brand strategy process and why you shouldn’t spend a dime on marketing until you get brand clarity. \nThis step-by-step guide to the inside-out branding clarity process will give you: \n\nThe clarity in your marketing so you don’t sound like everyone else\nHow to discover your competitive advantage\, niche and communicate your value\nGuidelines on developing your visual and verbal content to build a solid brand\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-brand-clarity-make-your-marketing-easy-effective/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230828T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230828T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T173549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T173549Z
UID:7831-1693243800-1693254600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nOctober 17th – December 12th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-26/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164338Z
UID:7937-1693094400-1693180799@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Economic Gardening
DESCRIPTION:6-8 week small business training\, customized for your company! \nNO CHARGE: These services are provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs. \nGet intensive\, customized assistance in market research\, geospatial analysis\, and digital marketing to help grow your business and level-up your team. Powered by the SBA and NIIC. For business of 10-99 employees. \nSmall businesses are the primary driver of job growth in Indiana. In fact\, existing second stage businesses generated nearly 40 percent* of all new job in Indiana in 2017\, higher than any other stage. Economic Gardening® is designed to provide second stage companies (10-99 employees) with a mix of technical support and assistance that can help them thrive and contribute to the economic prosperity of their communities. \nThe National Economic Gardening program was designed by Chris Gibbons\, business development director of Littleton\, Colorado in 1987. After a major job reduction by one of its largest manufacturers\, Gibbons decided to focus resources on the existing local companies. He was very successful at helping those companies create jobs and increase sales tax revenue. Adopted by the Purdue Center for Regional Development in 2014 for Indiana companies\, Economic Gardening has a proven history of providing measurable growth to companies. You can learn more about the program at pcrd.purdue.edu/economic-gardening. \nInterested? Fill out the application form or contact: \nEmily Del Real\nEngagement Specialist\nPurdue Center for Regional Development\nedelreal@purdue.edu
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-economic-gardening-4/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230824T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230824T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T174017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T145326Z
UID:7835-1692898200-1692909000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute-2/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230824T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164806Z
UID:7945-1692882000-1692885600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Safety and Risk Management…Protect Your Business and People
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop\, attendees will gain an introduction to risk management and recognizing hazards\, resources to protect their interests and mitigate risk and ideas to kick-start their risk management program. \nIn addition\, attendees will work through 3 types of workplace scenarios (restaurant\, construction and office) to discover how to practically apply the knowledge and resources and plan the next steps. \nSome of the topics that will be covered include: \n\nRules\, Regulations\, and Standards\nThe Human Side of Risk\nThe Basics of Hazard Recognition\nWhat is an “Oh-No Second”?\nCritical Success Factors for Safety\nSmall Businesses and Mental Health\nThree Cost and Incidence Calculators and Data Tools\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-safety-and-risk-managementprotect-your-business-and-people/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230822T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230822T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164648Z
UID:7942-1692709200-1692714600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Tips for Running a Successful Business for Creative Types\, Idea People\, and Anybody with Passion
DESCRIPTION:Got a business based on your talent? Whether you’re an artist\, writer\, baker\, or someone who monetizes your unique skills and knowledge\, it’s time to unleash the true business potential of your creativity. \nJoin renowned creative business expert Robin Blakely as she reveals invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the business side of your creativity. \nDiscover how to effectively position\, promote\, and cultivate your creative brand\, allowing it to thrive in today’s competitive market. \n\nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn:\n\n\nWays to position\, promote\, and build your creative brand\n\n\nHow to create an internal strategy to support marketing and get more sales\n\nThe importance of protecting your passion while building your brand\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-tips-for-running-a-successful-business-for-creative-types-idea-people-and-anybody-with-passion/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230822T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230822T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230815T200506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T200506Z
UID:7953-1692693000-1692698400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:WEOC: Process Improvement with Lean Six Sigma Basics
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nWe can all improve our processes\, but where do we start? How do we find the time? Where will the energy come from to do so? \nHowever\, if we do not find the time and energy\, inefficiencies within your processes can lead to bottlenecks that result in delays\, excess costs\, poor quality outputs\, inaccuracies\, and dissatisfied stakeholders. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n–The 6 basic steps in Lean Six Sigma \n–How the 6 basic steps in Lean Six Sigma apply to your industry \n–What you can do immediately to improve your processes \nWhere: CARR Workplaces at Electric Works \nWhen: Tuesday\, August 22\, 2023 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. \nRegistration:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/process-improvement-with-lean-six-sigma-basics-tickets-426738455207?aff=oddtdtcreator \nSponsor: SBA & The NIIC
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/weoc-process-improvement-with-lean-six-sigma-basics/
LOCATION:Electric Works Campus Forum\, 1030 Swinney Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230821T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230821T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T173515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T173515Z
UID:7829-1692639000-1692649800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nOctober 17th – December 12th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-25/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T173947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T145652Z
UID:7833-1692293400-1692304200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Programa de Educación para Emprendedores de Build Institute
DESCRIPTION:Compromiso de educación empresarial de Build Institute: los participantes recibirán una carpeta de SEED Build Institute completa con los materiales del curso. Los graduados del programa deben participar en todas las encuestas de seguimiento. Estas encuestas nos brindan informes estadísticos a la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Indiana\, que ayuda a financiar este programa. Estas encuestas también permiten que SEED brinde información valiosa sobre recursos adicionales disponibles para usted\, el propietario de la empresa. \nLa finalización exitosa del programa Build Institute incluye: \n\n Completar las encuestas de seguimiento previas\, posteriores a la clase y de los 3 meses.\nAsistir a un mínimo de 7 clases ya que este curso es un total de 27 horas de educación.\nFinalización de la presentación comercial en la graduación y presentación de su plan de negocios.\n\nCompromiso de todas las partes involucradas: el éxito de los participantes de Build Institute depende en gran medida de la construcción de la comunidad\, la inclusión y la creación de conexiones. Como tal\, las interacciones con los facilitadores\, participantes\, oradores invitados y el personal de Build Institute/SEED se llevarán a cabo con respeto\, comprensión y aprecio. Estas interacciones aseguran que todos los involucrados tengan la máxima oportunidad de construir una comunidad sólida y garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de participar y que se establezcan conexiones duraderas para el éxito futuro. Para la seguridad de todas las partes\, las interacciones entre la clase y los ex alumnos de Build Institute se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o en un lugar público. \nVisite www.seedfw.org para obtener más información o contáctenos en AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org o (260) 422-2304 si tiene preguntas.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/programa-de-educacion-para-emprendedores-de-build-institute/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164218Z
UID:7935-1692275400-1692279000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Third Thursday Client Connect - Maximize Your Small Business Healthcare Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Join us every 3rd Thursday for Client Connect\, an informative series for builders and networkers. \nBring your lunch and join us to connect and learn from your peers. There is no cost to attend. \nThis month’s topic: Maximize Your Small Business Healthcare Benefits \nSpeaker: Leesa Ackermann\, Advocated Healthcare LLC \nFor NIIC Clients (Residents and Non-residents) \nFormat: \n\n40 minutes speaker/presentation/discussion\n15 minutes networking\n5 minutes Callout-discuss topics of special interest for offline meetings among attendees
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-third-thursday-client-connect-maximize-your-small-business-healthcare-benefits/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230814T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T173442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T173442Z
UID:7827-1692034200-1692045000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nOctober 17th – December 12th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-24/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230808T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230717T164520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T164520Z
UID:7939-1691499600-1691503200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Tips for Black-Owned Businesses - How to Make Your Business More Attractive to Lenders
DESCRIPTION:In this joint presentation by CPA and Virtual CFO\, Valerie Mondesir and recovering corporate attorney turned coworking space owner and Relationship Marketing Consultant\, Michelle Y. Talbert\, attendees will engage both hemispheres of their business brains. \nValerie will provide the nuts and bolts of ensuring that your business finances are attractive to lenders (and other stakeholders). Participants will gain a clear understanding of funding options\, become familiar with the documentation necessary to secure funding\, and enhance financial management practices in order to remain “funding ready.” \nMichelle will provide your business playbook for creating and nurturing the key relationships that all business owners need to develop for their success. \nWherever you are along your business journey\, there will be takeaways that can be implemented TODAY\, such as: \n\nUnderstanding different funding sources (banks\, investors) and their requirements at a high level\nUnderstanding the essential financial documents and projections needed to get your business funding ready\nLearning key financial management practices to implement in order to stay ready for prospective funding opportunities\nCreating a relationship with a banker\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will have the tools necessary to evaluate and forge the best banker relationship for your business goals. Bring your questions! \nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-tips-for-black-owned-businesses-how-to-make-your-business-more-attractive-to-lenders/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230807T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230807T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T085705
CREATED:20230515T173401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T173401Z
UID:7825-1691429400-1691440200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nOctober 17th – December 12th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-23/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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UID:7933-1690934400-1691020799@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:PCRD: Remote Work Certificate Course August Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:THE REMOTE WORK CERTIFICATE COURSE AIMS TO CHANGE THE WAY YOU WORK FOR THE BETTER.\nA 4-WEEK ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ON HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL REMOTE WORKER.\nSession runs from August 7 – September 1. Deadline to apply is August 2nd! \nApply today\, and be sure to use discount code RBDG_Grant22 \nThe Purdue Center for Regional Development/Purdue Extension Community Development have partnered with Utah State University to offer the Master Remote Work Professional certificate course\, a 1-month specialized training which combines online work with interactive workshops. This educational program is designed to equip workers with the tools and skills needed to work from home as a remote worker\, freelancer\, or entrepreneur. Specific objectives and outcomes for each module of the course are identified at the beginning of each set of modules. The program consists of nine core modules\, delivered in a self-paced\, online format\, and four interactive workshops. Click here to review the syllabus of the course: https://extension.usu.edu/remoteworkcertificate/pro/index \nThis professional certificate requires approximately 30 hours to complete (6-8 hours per week over 4 weeks). \nUpon completing this program\, you will join a growing online community of remote work professionals that support each other by sharing best practices and job opportunities. \nProgram Flyer (PDF) \nFunded in part by the Small Business Administration (sba.gov)
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/pcrd-remote-work-certificate-course-august-application-deadline/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230731T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230731T203000
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UID:7823-1690824600-1690835400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nOctober 17th – December 12th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-22/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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UID:7916-1690416000-1690502399@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Economic Gardening
DESCRIPTION:6-8 week small business training\, customized for your company! \nNO CHARGE: These services are provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs. \nGet intensive\, customized assistance in market research\, geospatial analysis\, and digital marketing to help grow your business and level-up your team. Powered by the SBA and NIIC. For business of 10-99 employees. \nSmall businesses are the primary driver of job growth in Indiana. In fact\, existing second stage businesses generated nearly 40 percent* of all new job in Indiana in 2017\, higher than any other stage. Economic Gardening® is designed to provide second stage companies (10-99 employees) with a mix of technical support and assistance that can help them thrive and contribute to the economic prosperity of their communities. \nThe National Economic Gardening program was designed by Chris Gibbons\, business development director of Littleton\, Colorado in 1987. After a major job reduction by one of its largest manufacturers\, Gibbons decided to focus resources on the existing local companies. He was very successful at helping those companies create jobs and increase sales tax revenue. Adopted by the Purdue Center for Regional Development in 2014 for Indiana companies\, Economic Gardening has a proven history of providing measurable growth to companies. You can learn more about the program at pcrd.purdue.edu/economic-gardening. \nInterested? Fill out the application form or contact: \nEmily Del Real\nEngagement Specialist\nPurdue Center for Regional Development\nedelreal@purdue.edu
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-economic-gardening-3/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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UID:7928-1690290000-1690293600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Effectively use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business - A Step-by-Step Guide
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence has emerged as a revolutionary tool for start-ups and small businesses. However\, using AI successfully requires strategy and a good understanding of the AI tool’s applications\, challenges and best practices. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will break down the different AI tools available to you and guide you through a six-step process for effectively deploying AI into your business operations. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow AI functions and potential applications\nA six-step process for Implementing AI tool’s in your business\nActionable strategies for using AI in prospecting\, negotiation\, and closing deals to drive business growth and success\n\nWhether you are an executive\, a manager\, or an aspiring entrepreneur\, this webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI’s transformative capabilities. \nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-effectively-use-artificial-intelligence-in-your-business-a-step-by-step-guide/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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