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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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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
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CREATED:20230413T190425Z
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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-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:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230414T191841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T191841Z
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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:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230314T154211Z
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230314T153957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T153957Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230413T190310Z
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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/
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:20230418T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
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:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230329T152552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T152552Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T155925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211232Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T162600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211238Z
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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-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:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T153150Z
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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:20260606T155521
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T162328Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230322T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
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:20260606T155521
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230317T163000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T162126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T211342Z
UID:7398-1678815000-1678825800@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-4/
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:20230314T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T154804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212426Z
UID:7370-1678802400-1678806000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Amp Lab: Recruitment Tour
DESCRIPTION:Want to see Amp Lab in action? Interested families can sign-up for a recruitment tour at: bit.ly/3Vl53uO
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/amp-lab-recruitment-tour-2/
LOCATION:Amp Lab at Electric Works\, 1030 Swinney Ave\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230314T154654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T154654Z
UID:7592-1678780800-1678813200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:CNPP-Adapting and Planning in Uncertain Times: Workshop for Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nAll businesses and their owners are exposed to risk every day\, some minor and some with catastrophic consequences. However\, there are steps that business owners and their employees can take to mitigate\, transfer\, and even avoid risks. \nProper contingency planning\, education and documentation of process can allow businesses\, their owners\, and employees to recover from interruptions more effectively and efficiently. This planning can help also expand through the business to strengthen their day-to-day operations. \nJoin us to learn how to plan for the unexpected to help reduce risk for your business. \nThis training is provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program. Purdue Extension Allen County serves as a Spoke Organization for the program\, to serve entrepreneurs in Northeast Indiana. \nWhen: Thursday\, April 27\, 2022 at 1:00 P.M- 2:30 P.M. \nWhere: Grow Wabash County 214 S Wabash St\, Wabash\, IN 46992. \nPresented By: Purdue University Institute of Family Business and in partnership with Downtown Wabash\, Inc.\, Manchester Alive\, and Grow Wabash County. \nThis training is provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/cnpp-adapting-and-planning-in-uncertain-times-workshop-for-business-owners/
LOCATION:Grow Wabash County\, 214 S Wabash St.\, Wabash\, IN\, 46992\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T160630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212126Z
UID:7381-1678298400-1678309200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Can-struction
DESCRIPTION:Pave The Path Can-struction event led by student mentors will take place in the Classic Ballroom located on Purdue Fort Wayne’s campus. Registration (found on our leadership homepage) is required.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-can-struction/
LOCATION:Purdue Fort Waye Classic Ballroom\, Walb Student Union\, Union Cir Dr\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230228T211455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T211455Z
UID:7477-1678273200-1678280400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Women's Network Luncheon - "Embrace Equity: A Discussion on Cultural Advancement for Women"
DESCRIPTION:International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration on March 8th around the social\, economic\, cultural\, and political achievements of women. This day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality and equity\, while raising awareness about discrimination. \nIn honor of #IWD2023\, the GFW Inc. Women’s Network has partnered with Amani Family Services for a luncheon titled “Embrace Equity: A Discussion on Cultural Advancement for Women” to highlight multicultural leaders and the impact they are making in our community. On par with the global theme of #EmbraceEquity\, we believe that everyone has the power to drive change from grassroots action to wide-scale momentum. Join us for an intimate conversation about what we can do to create a more inclusive community that supports continued growth and belonging! \nMeet Our Panelists: \n         \n\nFlora Barron\, Owner & Founder\, Flora & Lily’s Mexican Kitchen and Kanela Blended Drinks |  Flora Barron and her husband immigrated from Mexico to Fort Wayne\, Indiana in 1993.  She worked various entry level jobs\, from cleaning apartments to factory work\, all while earning a Bachelor’s degree in education and later a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Flora worked for Fort Wayne Community schools for nearly twenty years. In 2017 she and her husband opened their first business in the form of a food truck called Flora and Lily’s Mexican Kitchen. Currently\, Flora dedicates her time managing and promoting their three companies and enjoying their precious grandkids. \nFarah Combs\, Honors Program Director and Senior Lecturer in Arabic\, Purdue University Fort Wayne | Farah is an immigrant and the daughter of Palestinian refugees. She is a Palestinian\, but was born and raised in Kuwait as a “Without”. The “Withouts” are a group of people who do not have an identity of belonging to a country or a homeland. Her identity / lack of identity is the primary reason she immigrated to America as a young adult. Not knowing the language or the culture in America\, she was able to persevere and push through to build an identity. She currently teaches all levels of the Arabic language at PFW and International Communications.\nInes Etheridge\, Loss Mitigation Specialist\, PNC Bank | In addition to her role at PNC\, Ines serves as a Community Advisory Board member for Amani Family Services. She immigrated to Fort Wayne in 1996 as a war refugee from Sarajevo\, Bosnia. Ines graduated from North Side High School and received her bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Purdue University Fort Wayne.\nMalak Heiny\, City Attorney\, City of Fort Wayne | Malak Heiny was appointed by Mayor Henry as the City Attorney in 2022. Since 2013\, Malak has served as associate city attorney for the City of Fort Wayne. She has been instrumental in providing leadership and direction on legal matters. Prior to her service with the City\, Malak was a judicial law clerk for Indiana Court of Appeals Judge Patricia A. Riley. Malak holds a law degree from IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She is first generation Arab American and lifelong resident of Fort Wayne. Malak is a graduate of South Side High School and Indiana University\, Bloomington. Malak is on the Amani Family Services Board and the Allen County Bar Association Board.\nNikki Quintana\, Executive Director\, Fort Wayne Metropolitan Human Relations Commission | Nikki is responsible for representing the Commission\, directing the staff\, and overseeing operations of the civil rights agency to eliminate unlawful discrimination. She is dedicated to promoting an environment of inclusivity and acceptance within the City of Fort Wayne. Nikki has trained and spoken on civil rights and discrimination at the local\, state\, and national level. She is sought after for advice in case management\, employment discrimination\, diversity and inclusion\, and fair housing. Nikki holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Saint Francis and a Juris Doctorate from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. In 2018\, she was named “Up and Coming Lawyer” by Indiana Lawyer. and in 2020\, she was named in Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly’s Forty Under 40. In 2022\, Nikki was an inaugural recipient of the Indiana Latino Institute Elevated Latinos Under 40 award. She is active in her community and is a member of the Mayor’s Commission on Domestic Violence\, Rape\, and Sexual Harassment\, The League for the Blind and Disabled\, Advancing the Voices of Women\, and other organizations that promote equity for all.\n\nMeet Our Event Partners: \n \nEwelina Connolly\, Melissa Grossman\, & Keiara Carr \nAmani Family Services is a private nonprofit organization devoted to serving refugee and immigrant families and individuals who have made Allen County their home. \nEvent Details: \n\nCatered lunch will be provided. Please note if you will need dietary accommodations in your registration.\nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, March 3rd\nNOTE: Payment is considered your reservation and is non-refundable.\n\nThank You to our Women’s Network Program Sponsors: \n \nFor sponsorship opportunities or questions\, contact:\nMeghan Short\, Director of Investor Programs\, mshort@greaterfortwayneinc.com
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/womens-network-luncheon-embrace-equity-a-discussion-on-cultural-advancement-for-women/
LOCATION:Parkview Mirro Center For Research & Innovation\, 10622 Parkview Plaza Drive\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46845\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person,Networking,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T154637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212433Z
UID:7368-1678212000-1678215600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Amp Lab: Parent Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about Amp Lab? Intended for parents/guardians of current FWCS 10th and 11th graders to explore the Amp Lab at Electric Works program and application process.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/amp-lab-parent-information-session/
LOCATION:Amp Lab at Electric Works\, 1030 Swinney Ave\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T162028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212136Z
UID:7396-1678210200-1678221000@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-3/
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:20230228T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T155521
CREATED:20230214T161910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212213Z
UID:7394-1677605400-1677616200@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-2/
LOCATION:Fort Wayne Enterprise Center\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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SUMMARY:Amp Lab: Recruitment Tour
DESCRIPTION:Want to see Amp Lab in action? Interested families can sign-up for a recruitment tour at: bit.ly/3Vl53uO
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/amp-lab-recruitment-tour/
LOCATION:Amp Lab at Electric Works\, 1030 Swinney Ave\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person
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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/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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