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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-2/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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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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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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SUMMARY:Rally - Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:About the Conference\nRally forges and celebrates cross-sector connections between companies\, universities\, entrepreneurs\, and investors from across the globe and features keynotes\, content sessions\, 1:1 investor meetups\, a startup demo arena\, up to a $5M cash IN-prize competition\, and more! \nCheck out the Rally Run of Show
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/rally-innovation-conference/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Funding,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/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:YLNI: August 2023 Hot Spot
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, August 17 at Rudy’s (at the backyard patio space) from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. for August Hot Spot! \nHot Spots are a fantastic way to become acquainted with YLNI! Whether you’re new to the area or grew up here\, Hot Spots are always filled with folks who are ready to make great connections.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/ylni-august-2023-hot-spot/
LOCATION:Rudy’s\, 409 W Brackenridge St\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person,Networking
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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 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
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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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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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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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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-21/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:WEOC: Caffeinated Conversations - Networking + Advice from Experts (Bi-lingual)
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nCaffeinated Conversations allows small business owners\, or those thinking about starting a business\, an opportunity to present their business/business concept to Attorneys\, CPA’s\, Insurance officers\, Marketers\, and business advisors. In this way\, you network in a strategic way that will help you grow. \nWhat You Will Learn: \nMeet other business owners to learn more about what they offer. Determine how you can help each other. Understand why you may do business amongst each other. Learn from specialists what blind spots you may have and leave with the understanding of how to close those gaps. \nWho should attend: \nAnyone with a business idea and Business owners/those who sell a product or service. \nDate: July 15\, 2023 9:30am-1:00pm \n\nMorning session: starts promptly at 9:30am and ends at 11:00am\n\n\nAfternoon session: starts promptly at 11:00am and ends at 1:00pm\n\nPlace: Northeast Indiana Innovation Center \nSponsors/Co-sponsors WEOC\, Greater Fort Wayne Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, SCORE NEI\, Mas Mujer \nTickets truly are limited due to the limited number of experts available at each session. If you do not plan to attend\, please alert us so that we can open up your space for another busienss owner.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/weoc-caffeinated-conversations-networking-advice-from-experts-bi-lingual/
LOCATION:Northeast Indiana Innovation Center\, 3201 Stellhorn Rd\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230215T190453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211209Z
UID:7420-1689411600-1689427800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:The Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur Marketplace is the ultimate chance for entrepreneurs up to 21 years old (and college students) to sell their products\, in person\, to the public. This one-day outdoor event is open to youth with an existing or new business. No experience necessary. In partnership with the Young Leaders of Northern Indiana Farmers Market\, in downtown Fort Wayne\, youth will have an excellent opportunity to gain experience operating a business and promoting their hand-produced goods to over 5\,000 visitors. Young entrepreneurs can sell beaded jewelry\, greeting cards\, bath products\, home-baked goodies\, artwork\, clothing\, and more! Registered entrepreneurs will be provided a table and chairs. \nEarly Bird registration is only $20.00 to register your business before June 16\, 2023. Enter Promo Code: EARLYBIRD. \nThe registration fee is $30.00\, deadline July 1\, 2023. Space is limited.\nShop & Support local young entrepreneurs! \nNeed More Information?\nFor more information email Karen Cooper or call (260) 484-2543.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/junior-achievement-young-entrepreneur-marketplace/
LOCATION:YLNI Farmers Market\, 1501 E Berry St\,\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230712T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230712T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230615T174943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T174943Z
UID:7908-1689184800-1689195600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: EmpowerBiz Workshop - Small Business Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your business to new heights? Join us for an enlightening session where you’ll learn about valuable resources and services to kickstart or expand your business! \nWhat you’ learn: \n\nLearn about valuable resources available to you.\nExplore services to start or grow your business.\nDiscover game-changing tools\nTake advantage of business support services.\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your entrepreneurial journey! \nTake a leap towards success! Attend our workshop and tap into the resources that can transform your business dreams into reality! \nWhen: Wednesday July 12\, 2023 at 6pm-9pm \nWhere: Noble County Library 104 Ley Street Avilla\, IN 46710 \nPresenter: Rosalina Perez\, Program Manager for Northeast Indiana Innovation Center and WEOC Women’s Business Center
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-empowerbiz-workshop-small-business-support/
LOCATION:Noble County Library\, 104 Ley Street\, Avilla\, IN\, 46710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230710T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T173058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T173058Z
UID:7818-1689010200-1689021000@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-20/
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:20230703T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230703T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T172952Z
UID:7816-1688405400-1688416200@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-19/
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:20230626T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230615T174721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T174721Z
UID:7904-1687768200-1687777200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: FactorIN Advanced Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 Listening Summit
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nWe invite select Indiana manufacturing leaders to voice their business needs for a proposed advanced manufacturing/industry 4.0 center. \nWhy Attend:  \nTo voice your business needs for a proposed advanced manufacturing and industry 4.0 center. Free event plus breakfast is provided. \nFormat: \n8:30-11 a.m. – Hybrid format with in-person and virtual options available. \n11 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Optional tour of the Zollner Engineering Center. \nDate: Monday\, June 26\, 2023\, from 8:30 am-11:00 am. \nPlace: Indiana Tech\, Snyder Academic Center\, Multiflex Theatre \nSponsor: Summit City Entrepreneur & Enterprise District + City of Fort Wayne \nCo-sponsors: The Ox Agency\, NIIC\, Indiana Tech \nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/factorin-advanced-manufacturing-industry-40-listening-summit-tickets-636764859837
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-factorin-advanced-manufacturing-industry-4-0-listening-summit/
LOCATION:Indiana Tech\, 1600 E Washington Blvd\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230622T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230622T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230314T152848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152848Z
UID:7574-1687455000-1687465800@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\nFebruary 21st – April 18th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nApril 27th – June 22nd\, 2023\, Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\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\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-18/
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:20230619T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230215T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211217Z
UID:7415-1687165200-1687532400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A week of FUN\, hands-on activities\, and field trips designed to inspire students going into the 6th\, 7th\, or 8th grades to become entrepreneurs and future leaders! \nRegistration is $200/student and includes lunch\, snacks\, and field trips. Registration is limited to first come\, first serve so please don’t wait. \nNeed More Information?\nFor more information email Karen Cooper or call (260) 484-2543
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/junior-achievement-young-entrepreneur-summer-camp/
LOCATION:JA BizTown\, 550 E Wallen Rd\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46825\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230615T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230314T152749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152749Z
UID:7572-1686850200-1686861000@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\nFebruary 21st – April 18th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nApril 27th – June 22nd\, 2023\, Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\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\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-17/
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:20230615T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T184359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T184417Z
UID:7872-1686841200-1686853800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Bank On Your Business - Community Navigator Pilot Program
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the financial realm of business ownership is sometimes tricky. Join us at Bank On Your Business Workshop to learn about capital options\, cultivate connections\, and access resources. \nWhen: June 15\, 2023 at 3:00 P.M.- 6:30 P.M. \nWhere: Electric Works 1690 Broadway Bldg 19 (Forum) Fort Wayne\, IN 46802 \nRegister through EventBrite via link below: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/bank-on-your-business-tickets-392812742487
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-bank-on-your-business-community-navigator-pilot-program/
LOCATION:Electric Works Campus Forum\, 1030 Swinney Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230615T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T184159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T184159Z
UID:7869-1686832200-1686835800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: 3rd Thursday Client Connect - Multi-factor Authentication And Phishing
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: Multi-Factor Authentication and Phishing \nSpeaker: Josh Barkey\, Exec Control \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-3rd-thursday-client-connect-multi-factor-authentication-and-phishing/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230614T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T183910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T183910Z
UID:7867-1686765600-1686771000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Is There A Grant For Me? - Community Navigator Pilot Program
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to find grants that align with your business in this hands-on workshop. Limited seating on first come\, first serve basis. \n\n\nWhen: June 14\, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.- 7:30 P.M. \nWhere: Electric Works 1690 Broadway Bldg 19 (Forum) Fort Wayne\, IN 46802 \nRegister through EventBrite via link below: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/is-there-a-grant-for-me-tickets-631811193287
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-is-there-a-grant-for-me-community-navigator-pilot-program/
LOCATION:Electric Works Campus Forum\, 1030 Swinney Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funding,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230613T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230613T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T183641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T183641Z
UID:7864-1686673800-1686681000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Taller De Emprendimiento - Ventas Y Mercadotecnia: Programa Piloto De Community Navigator
DESCRIPTION:¿Quiere adquirir más clientes? Únase a nosotros en el taller donde aprenderá de la experta\, Veronica Stevens de American Family Insurance\, quien tiene un historial comprobado en ventas. Ella les va ayudar a aumentar las ventas de su negocio. \nLo que aprenderás: \n\nRompe el hielo con los clientes.\nSuperar los rechazos de los clientes.\nPracticar ventas con compañeros en el taller.\nAprender estrategias de ventas y marketing.\n\nCuando: martes 13 de junio 2023 \nDonde: ACPL Biblioteca Principal: 900 Library Plz\, Fort Wayne\, IN 46802 (Cuarto A) \nPresentadora: Veronica Stevens de American Family Insurance \nEsta capacitación se brinda sin cargo a través del Programa Piloto de Community Navigator para servir a los empresarios del noreste de Indiana.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-taller-de-emprendimiento-ventas-y-mercadotecnia-programa-piloto-de-community-navigator/
LOCATION:Allen County Public Library Main Branch\, 900 Library Plaza\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230608T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230314T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152639Z
UID:7570-1686245400-1686256200@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\nFebruary 21st – April 18th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nApril 27th – June 22nd\, 2023\, Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\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\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-16/
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:20230608T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230515T183345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T183345Z
UID:7861-1686213000-1686223800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:WEOC: Employee Hiring and Onboarding Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nWhether you are looking to hire your very first employee\, you have multiple employees\, or you’re looking for best practices for onboarding and reviews\, you’ll find what you’re looking for in this workshop. \nLearn what has worked and how to fix what hasn’t from experienced small business owners: \n\nGlobal Recruiter Fort Wayne\, owner Cheri Lantz\nAmerican Family Insurance: Tara Witham\, owner\, Tara Witham\n\nAnd walk through an ideal online resource : Biz Chix’s Your Next Best Hire course (VALUE = $1\,000) \nBy the end of the workshop\, you’ll have a successful hiring system that’s repeatable for every time you decide to make your next best hire. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\ncreate your hiring project plan – including a budgeting tool\nthen easily shift into crafting your job posting\ninterviewing techniques\nmaking a job offer\nonboarding\nreviews\n\nWhere: In-person & Online (link sent in confirmation email) \nWhen: June 8\, 2023 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. \nSponsors: The NIIC & SBA \nRegister Here:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/employee-hiring-and-onboarding-best-practices-tickets-240400262657
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/weoc-employee-hiring-and-onboarding-best-practices/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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CREATED:20230413T191006Z
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UID:7716-1686074400-1686079800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-8/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T101017
CREATED:20230314T152540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152540Z
UID:7568-1685640600-1685651400@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\nFebruary 21st – April 18th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nApril 27th – June 22nd\, 2023\, Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\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\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-15/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230602T170000
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CREATED:20230314T150822Z
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UID:7549-1685610000-1685725200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Youth Leaders Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-youth-leaders-summit/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230530T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230530T193000
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CREATED:20230413T190922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190922Z
UID:7714-1685469600-1685475000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-7/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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