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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\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-14/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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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-6/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230522T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230515T175858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T175858Z
UID:7855-1684778400-1684783800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Achieve Business Success with NIIC CNPP and WEOC WBC Programs
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to start or grow your business because of a lack of resources\, tools\, and know-how? This is especially true for women\, minority\, and rural business owners. But you don’t have to go it alone. \nCome and discover the resources available to you through the Community Navigator Pilot Program and WEOC Women’s Business Center. Let us help you reach your business goals and achieve success. \nThis training is provided at no charge through Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs. \n*This event will be offered in English and Spanish language* \nWhere: Ligonier Public Library 300 S. Main St. Ligonier\, IN 46767 \nWhen: Monday May 22\, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.- 7:30 P.M. \nPresenter: Rosalina Perez\, Bilingual Program Manager\, Northeast Indiana Innovation Center
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-achieve-business-success-with-niic-cnpp-and-weoc-wbc-programs/
LOCATION:Ligonier Public Library\, 300 S. Main St.\, Ligonier\, IN\, 46767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T152323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152323Z
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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\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-13/
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:20230518T133000
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SUMMARY:The NIIC: Third Thursday Client Connect - The Preventative Side of Mental Health
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: The Preventative Side of Mental Health \nSpeaker: Tara Holliday\, Mental Health America \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-the-preventative-side-of-mental-health/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T190730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190730Z
UID:7710-1684260000-1684265400@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-5/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T150420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T150420Z
UID:7542-1683975600-1683991800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Scavenger Hunt led by PTP Student Mentors\, for all Believe In A Dream participants. Registration required.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Believe In A Dream
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T152225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152225Z
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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\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-12/
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:20230509T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T190642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190642Z
UID:7708-1683655200-1683660600@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-4/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T152127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152127Z
UID:7560-1683221400-1683232200@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-11/
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:20230502T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T190540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190540Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230427T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T151957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T151957Z
UID:7557-1682616600-1682627400@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-10/
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:20230425T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T190425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190425Z
UID:7704-1682445600-1682449200@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-2/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230414T191841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T191841Z
UID:7795-1682443800-1682449200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Small Scale Development Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join Start Fort Wayne and the Incremental Development Alliance on Tuesday\, April 25th from 5:30-7pm for a small scale development meetup.\n\nWe are calling all small scale development ecosystem partners: This means neighborhood advocates\, empty lot property owners\, local contractors and trades professionals\, local representatives and land use professionals. This is basically for anyone engaged with the built environment that wants to see the Greater Fort Wayne area more dense\, diverse\, and dapper!\n\nPlease sign up via our eventbrite page at: bit.ly/IDAmeetup\n\nFor more questions\, please contact: dan@startfortwayne.com
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/small-scale-development-meetup/
LOCATION:Wunderkammer Company\, 3402 Fairfield Ave.\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46807\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230421T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T154211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T154238Z
UID:7585-1682065800-1682071200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:WEOC: Tales of Sales
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nWomen often find their worth in the number of individuals they help not by the amount of money a customer pays them. So they provide products or services for free. They want to hire someone to sell their goods or services for them. \nIt is possible to learn the best sales techniques. It is easy to consume motivational speeches and listen to podcasts and KNOW the steps to take. It is something else do achieve your financial goals through making yourself sell\, to get out there and talk about what you offer\, to state your fee and take the money. \nWhat To Expect: \nWomen from all industries share how they closed their first sale and every sale since. They share how they overcame their fear or were too ignorant to know they were selling. The transparent women business owners will share how they moved from being timid/ rejecting money to reaching for higher financial goals. \nWhere: In-person & Online (link sent in confirmation email) \nWhen: Friday\, April 21\, 2023 8:30 A.M.-10:00 A.M. \nWho should attend: start up business\, current business owners\, entrepreneurs \nCost: $10.00 \nBusiness owners: Meghan Masterson\, owner of Ground Down; Diane Utley\, owner of 4 U Organic Body Butter; DeShawn Moore\, development director Rhythm & Praise radio; Kristine Logan\, owner of Kristine Logan Photography. \nHow to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tales-of-sales-tickets-427521687877
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/tales-of-sales/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230420T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230420T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T191528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T191528Z
UID:7718-1681993800-1681997400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Third Thursday Client Event - Working with the Government
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: Working with the Government (DCMA) \nSpeaker: Jeff Erickson\, Engine Research Associates \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-event-working-with-the-government/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230314T153957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T153957Z
UID:7582-1681903800-1681909200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Dr. Daryl Yost Ideas@Work Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the entrepreneurial community\, educators\, and business leader colleagues. Be inspired by keynote speaker Patrick Riley\, CEO of MORROW. \nREGISTER FOR EVENT \nYou won’t want to miss this! Join the entrepreneurial community\, educators\, and business leaders to celebrate innovation and be inspired by our keynote speaker. \nWe encourage event check-in at 11:15 a.m. for the program\, which promptly starts at 11:30 a.m. The event ends at 1 p.m. with optional networking. \nInterested in sponsoring this year’s event OR sponsoring entrepreneurs or students to attend the event? Contact Jami Thomas\, jthomas@niic.net. \nThank you to our sponsors for supporting our entrepreneurial community and celebrating innovation in Northeast Indiana through Ideas@Work!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-dr-daryl-yost-ideaswork-event/
LOCATION:Parkview Mirro Center For Research & Innovation\, 10622 Parkview Plaza Drive\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230413T190310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190310Z
UID:7699-1681840800-1681844400@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/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T162710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211225Z
UID:7408-1681839000-1681849800@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-9/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230417T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230329T152552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T152552Z
UID:7637-1681752600-1681761600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Wells County Chamber of Commerce: April 2023 Entrepreneurial Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurial Meet and Greet April Event\n\nThis event is a great opportunity to meet and network with other entrepreneurs and business leaders in the community. Delicious appetizers and beverages will be enjoyed by attendees. Hear from successful Wells County entrepreneurs and organizations that provide resources for small businesses. \n\nWhen\nMonday\, April 17\, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM EDT\n\nWhere\nHugh’s Bakery & Coffeehouse\n229 West Market Street\nBluffton\, IN 46714 \n\nDriving Directions\n\nContact\nErin Prible\nWells County Chamber of Commerce\n260-824-0510\neprible@wellscoc.com
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/wells-county-chamber-of-commerce-april-2023-entrepreneurial-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:High’s Bakery & Coffeehouse\, 229 West Market Street\, Bluffton\, IN\, 46714\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T155925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211232Z
UID:7373-1681329600-1681333200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe in a Dream: PTP Student Mentors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Zoom meeting for Pave The Path Student Mentors.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-student-mentors-meeting/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T162600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211238Z
UID:7406-1681234200-1681245000@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-8/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T153150Z
UID:7413-1681171200-1681257599@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Elevate Nexus: Northern Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Each Regional Competition takes place in North\, Central\, and South Indiana at both pre-seed and seed levels. At the conclusion of each competition\, nine pre-seed companies (three per region) will receive a $20\,000 investment\, and six seed companies (two per region) will receive an $80\,000 investment for a total of $660K invested.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/elevate-nexus-northern-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Ivy Tech Community College South Bend-Elkhart\, 22531 Co Rd 18\, Goshen\, IN\, 46528\, United States
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Funding,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T162440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211253Z
UID:7404-1680629400-1680640200@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-7/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T162328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211301Z
UID:7402-1680024600-1680035400@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-6/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230322T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T160844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T151553Z
UID:7387-1679515200-1679518800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Jumpstart Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Zoom meeting for Pave The Path Jumpstart students
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-jumpstart-meeting-2/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230322T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230303T155621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T165705Z
UID:7524-1679502600-1679508000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The Kosciusko County Social Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a networking event with entrepreneurs in Northeast Indiana. It’s free to attend\, and that includes your first drink! \nWednesday\, March 22 at 4:30-6 PM\nHopLore Brewing Co. \nWHAT TO EXPECT \n\n\n\nEnjoy drinks from HopLore Brewing\nHear stories of success from entrepreneurs like you\nNetwork with like-minded individuals\n\nRSVP
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-kosciusko-county-social-event/
LOCATION:HopLore Brewing\, 307 W Market St Suite 2\, Warsaw\, IN\, 46580\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T162227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211314Z
UID:7400-1679419800-1679430600@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-5/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230214T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211322Z
UID:7385-1678910400-1678914000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Summit Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Zoom meeting for Pave The Path Summit students
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-summit-meeting-2/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230317T163000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143208
CREATED:20230215T193214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211335Z
UID:7434-1678870800-1679070600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Navigating Difference - Cultural Competency Training
DESCRIPTION:The Navigating Difference: Cultural Competency Training is tailored to community professionals\, helping them expand skills in working with diverse clientele\, colleagues\, and community members. This is an engaging\, interactive workshop\, where participants draw on their own experiences. \nWhat You’ll Learn:  \n\nExplore personal and cultural values\, biases\, prejudices\, and views\nIdentify ways in which culture shapes beliefs\, practices\, and values\nIdentify similarities and differences among cultures\nRecognize one’s own culture(s)\, including organizational culture\n\nPEOPLE WHO WORK IN COMMUNITIES LOVE NAVIGATING DIFFERENCE \nWhen: March 15-17\, 2023 at 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. \nWhere: Steuben County Economic Development Center  903 South Wayne Street\, Angola\, IN  \nPresenter: Purdue Extension-Community Development \nThis training is provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana Entrepreneurs.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-navigating-difference-cultural-competency-training/
LOCATION:Steuben County Economic Development Center\, 903 S Wayne St.\, Angola\, IN\, 46703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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