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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T150535Z
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UID:7545-1684353600-1684357200@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-4/
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T191324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T191324Z
UID:7789-1684238400-1684243800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Registering to Sell to the Federal Government Market
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that 23+ percent of all prime government contract dollars are awarded to small businesses? Learn what’s required to be a federal supplier so you can tap into this major market opportunity. \nIn this webinar\, SCORE expert business mentor and retired Northrup Grumman executive Karen Williams will explain how to become certified as a federal “small business.” \nIn this webinar you will learn: \n\nReasons to consider selling to the Federal Government market\nThe different types of Federal Government certifications\nHow to determine if your business qualifies\nAbout determining small business set-aside eligibility\n\nTo learn how to take advantage of your new status as a federal ‘small business\,’ we encourage you to also attend the next webinar in the series: “Selling to the Federal Government Market” \nAttendees will receive the presentation materials and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-registering-to-sell-to-the-federal-government-market/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230515T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T171500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230515T174953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T174953Z
UID:7851-1684159200-1684430100@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:America's Seed Fund Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:America’s Seed Fund Week is an online event held over four days in May to connect entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies and the organizations that support them to America’s Seed Fund\, the country’s largest source of early-stage funding! \nAccessibility and Inclusion: All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance of this event. Contact Sharon.Hoffmeyer@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/americas-seed-fund-week-2023/
CATEGORIES:Education,Funding,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T191159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T191159Z
UID:7786-1683810000-1683813600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: IRS Direct Pay - How to Pay Your Taxes Online Quickly and Easily
DESCRIPTION:Paying your federal taxes as a small business owner can be a hassle\, with payment coupons\, paper checks\, envelopes and stamps. Make your life a lot easier by paying your taxes electronically. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will demonstrate how easy it is to use both EFTPS and IRS Direct Pay and explain the many great features of each system. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow quick\, easy and secure it is to pay your federal taxes electronically\nWhich electronic payment method is best for you and your small business\nHow paying your taxes electronically can prevent small business tax troubles\n\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-irs-direct-pay-how-to-pay-your-taxes-online-quickly-and-easily/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230510T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T150235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T150235Z
UID:7540-1683748800-1683752400@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-3/
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230427T164157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T164157Z
UID:7804-1683633600-1683637200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Social Media Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:THE 4 BIGGEST MISTAKES MOST BUSINESSES MAKE ON SOCIAL MEDIA\nJoin us for FREE on May 9 at noon to learn what to avoid while posting on social media!\n\n\n\n\nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN\n\nUsing StoryBrand: Get a sneak peek of how to use StoryBrand in your social media marketing.\nAvoiding Mistakes: Learn how to avoid the four biggest mistakes that most businesses make on their social media.\nUsing a Social Media Evaluation: Learn what social media platforms would work best for your business.\n\n  \nRSVP TODAY!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/social-media-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190918Z
UID:7783-1683135000-1683138600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Ushering in the Second Half of 2023: Key Insights for SMBs
DESCRIPTION:In an interview-like session\, TriNet’s President and CEO\, Burton M. Goldfield and SVP\, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Communications Officer\, Michael Mendenhall will share valuable insights from their front-line view into SMBs. \nThey will discuss their unique perspectives on key topics of interest and how that may impact your approach to the back half of 2023. Topics include access to capital\, resiliency and focus\, layoffs in big tech vs. small tech\, recruiting\, retaining and engaging talent\, and more. \nAttendees can walk away with: \n\nFurther understanding of current trends and opportunities for the back half of 2023\nActionable steps toward creating an enduring company\nAccess to tools and resources to help your business succeed\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-ushering-in-the-second-half-of-2023-key-insights-for-smbs/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190755Z
UID:7780-1683131400-1683135000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Tapping Tech to Elevate Performance\, Productivity\, and Profitability
DESCRIPTION:Decision Entrepreneurism is poised to change the way businesses of all sizes use data to drive decisions at every level. The next wave of IT/OT convergence is driving human-to-machine transformation at the enterprise edge\, where work gets done. \nThe first phase of IoT was focused on enabling intelligent insights and the coming era will require industry leaders to leverage machine vision\, augmented workflows and embedded AI that will redefine human-to-machine convergence. \nJoin Zebra Technologies as it shares how new paradigm changes are driving the next wave of human-lead\, AI-enabled enterprise productivity gains at the intelligent edge. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-tapping-tech-to-elevate-performance-productivity-and-profitability/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T152500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T162500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190645Z
UID:7777-1683127500-1683131100@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Growing Your Business and Making an Impact with E-Commerce
DESCRIPTION:E-commerce is a powerful tool that allows small businesses to sell their products at scale and reach customers across the world. Whether you’re thinking of starting your own e-commerce store\, or you’re looking to grow from physical retail to digital\, selling online can unlock significant growth opportunities. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn how small business owners across the country have leveraged e-commerce to grow their businesses. Topics include how: \n\nE-commerce enables businesses to reach new customers.\nA stable\, reliable supply chain is crucial to business success.\nTo establish a brand\, protect your intellectual property\, and promote products.\nSuccessful entrepreneurs turn inspiration into thriving businesses and contribute to local communities.\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-growing-your-business-and-making-an-impact-with-e-commerce/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T142000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T152000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190514Z
UID:7774-1683123600-1683127200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: The Future of Commerce: 2023 Edition
DESCRIPTION:The future of commerce is fast and flexible. North American businesses are resilient\, setting trends by working smarter with automation\, optimizing experiences with digital commerce\, shepherding in a new generation of entrepreneurs\, and redefining industry verticals. \nJoin Square for this timely webinar as we go over survey results from consumers\, retail owners\, and restaurant owners to uncover insights about the 2023 commerce landscape. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-the-future-of-commerce-2023-edition/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T131500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T141500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190356Z
UID:7771-1683119700-1683123300@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Future-Proofing Your Small Business for Long-Term Success
DESCRIPTION:Running a small business is demanding and in today’s complicated economy and job market\, having the right safeguards in place to keep workplaces safe\, happy and sustainable is more important than ever before. \nAttendees will walk away from this NSBW session with actionable ways to engage and retain their patrons as well as their team members. \nKey takeaways include: \n\nHow to build strong teams. You will hear best practices from lessons learned in building a highly engaged workforce.\nHow to create a safe workplace to promote trust with employees and patrons. This includes a safety plan\, training\, and an understanding of claims processes.\nUnderstand how to evaluate your spending to know where you can save money. Did you know by shopping around for things like commercial insurance\, you might actually be able to save thousands of dollars?\nHow to up-level your customer service to delight and retain customers long term. Learn several best practices that can immediately help grow your business.\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-future-proofing-your-small-business-for-long-term-success/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T121000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T131000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190243Z
UID:7768-1683115800-1683119400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Small Business Payment Strategies to Optimize Your Payment Processes
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the presentation will be to share information on what small businesses (SMBs) should know about payment acceptance and the evolving payments trends that are creating more opportunities for SMBs to grow and manage their business. \nFor the first part of the presentation\, we’ll discuss what SMBs should consider as they navigate the proliferation of payments options and how to assess what the right payment option is. We’ll also touch on new\, overarching payments trends that impact SMBs\, such as the growth in financial technology providers offering comprehensive marketplaces and the rise of embedded solutions that span “grow your business” and “manage your business” concepts. \nWe’ll finish the presentation off by drilling down into some key payments options and what advantages they may provide for SMBs\, including omnichannel\, alternative payments methods\, working capital and embedded finance. \nOutcomes: \n\nUnderstand current payments trends and how SMBs can capitalize on the innovation occurring in the industry to best benefit their business management & growth\nInsight into different payments components\, including omnichannel\, APMs\, working capital and embedded finance\nInformation on what factors to consider when evaluating a payments strategy\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-small-business-payment-strategies-to-optimize-your-payment-processes/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T110500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T120500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T190126Z
UID:7765-1683111900-1683115500@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Evolving Your Small Business with the Power of 5G
DESCRIPTION:This session will examine how small businesses can keep teams connected and productive using the latest 5G technology and tools. Attendees will also be provided valuable insights into how to evolve their business while gaining efficiencies and learning how to keep it simple. \nSpecific topic areas covered in this session will include: \n\n5G solutions to implement now\nConnectivity and resources needed to move your business forward\nTechnology to increase efficiencies in your workforce\nWhat to expect beyond 2023\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-evolving-your-small-business-with-the-power-of-5g/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185941Z
UID:7762-1683108000-1683111600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Fueling Growth - A Discussion About Accelerating Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Over the past few years\, small business owners and entrepreneurs have been navigating an ever-evolving economic landscape and consumer expectations to continue to grow their businesses. \nVisa has invited a roundtable of experts to explore those evolutions and the impact of payment digitization and financial inclusion on the growth of small businesses from multiple perspectives moderated by Omi Bell\, CEO & Founder of Black Girl Ventures. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-fueling-growth-a-discussion-about-accelerating-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185836Z
UID:7759-1683048600-1683052200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Cybersecurity & Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity is an important issue for businesses of all sizes. In this workshop\, we’ll introduce the basics of online security and how it applies to your business and customers. You’ll learn ways you can identify common digital threats and steps you can take to protect your business. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhy cybersecurity matters for businesses of all sizes\nHow to protect your business and your customers online\nWhat steps you can take after a potential security breach\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-cybersecurity-your-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T162500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T172500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185709Z
UID:7756-1683044700-1683048300@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Get Creative with Ads
DESCRIPTION:For this workshop\, you will learn how you can determine who is most likely to be interested in your business\, and how selecting the right audience\, placement\, budget and schedule can help make your ad spend more efficient. \nFrom selecting appealing visuals\, writing engaging ad text and choosing call-to-action buttons\, learn creative strategies to build your ad. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-get-creative-with-ads/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T152000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T162000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185544Z
UID:7753-1683040800-1683044400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Unlock the Power of AI in Email Marketing to Sell More
DESCRIPTION:As an online seller\, you’re always looking for new ways to market your products and services\, and email marketing is a proven tool for driving sales. But how can you make your email marketing more effective and efficient? The answer is AI. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll show you how to use AI to take your email marketing to the next level. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nThe fundamentals of using AI in email to increase sales\nHow AI can help you segment your list and automate emails\nHow AI can dig into data to optimize your efforts for the best possible results\n\nWe’ll take you through the three stages an email marketer goes through on their path to growing sales\, using AI to build on the fundamentals that are proven to work. \nYou’ll discover how AI can help you save time and improve your ROI by automating repetitive tasks and providing insights you might not have discovered otherwise. Join us to learn how to unlock the power of AI in email marketing and sell more. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-unlock-the-power-of-ai-in-email-marketing-to-sell-more/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T141500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T151500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185409Z
UID:7750-1683036900-1683040500@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Small Business Growth in the Age of AI - A Conversation on Trends\, Opportunities\, and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way small businesses work.  Explore how to take advantage of the latest Al tools while seeing productivity tools in action. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what AI means for Small Businesses\nExplore how AI can help your small and medium businesses\nGet ready to take advantage of what AI can offer and resources to learn more\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-small-business-growth-in-the-age-of-ai-a-conversation-on-trends-opportunities-and-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T120500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T130500
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185058Z
UID:7744-1683029100-1683032700@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Embrace the Connected World: How to Leverage IoT for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn how small businesses can take advantage of IoT\, even without large teams and resources. This session will cover how IoT solutions can help your small business create efficiencies\, increase productivity and work for your business. \nSpecific topic areas covered in this session will include: \n\nReady to deploy end-to-end IoT solutions\nOvercoming barriers to implementing IoT\nIoT use cases driving growth for small businesses\nSimplifying your IoT journey\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-embrace-the-connected-world-how-to-leverage-iot-for-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T181515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T181515Z
UID:7741-1683025200-1683028800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Visa Economic & Small Business Outlook - Recession: To be or not to be?
DESCRIPTION:The consensus view is that the U.S. is likely to tip into recession this year. But not all recessions are created equal\, and there is a good chance this downturn could be mild in nature. The contours of economic growth this year will be defined once again by the persistence of elevated inflation and the magnitude of job losses that are likely to occur. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates elevated throughout most of the year\, which should also weigh on economic activity. \nThe news is not all dire\, though\, as inflation pressures finally recede and wage growth holds up\, suggesting that a quick bounce-back in growth could be in the making as the year progresses. The Economic & Small Business Outlook session will shed light on these topics for the U.S. economy. Additionally\, the small business outlook portion of the presentation will provide a sense of the overall health of the small business sector and identify key themes shaping the small business landscape. \nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-visa-economic-small-business-outlook-recession-to-be-or-not-to-be/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230426T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T150103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T151538Z
UID:7538-1682539200-1682542800@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-3/
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230427
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T175727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T175727Z
UID:7722-1682467200-1682553599@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:PCRD: Remote Work Certificate Course Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:THE REMOTE WORK CERTIFICATE COURSE AIMS TO CHANGE THE WAY YOU WORK FOR THE BETTER.\nA 4-WEEK ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ON HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL REMOTE WORKER.\nSession runs from May 1-26. Deadline to apply is April 26th! \nMore sessions are available throughout the year. Apply today\, and be sure to use discount code RBDG_Grant22 \nThe Purdue Center for Regional Development/Purdue Extension Community Development have partnered with Utah State University to offer the Master Remote Work Professional certificate course\, a 1-month specialized training which combines online work with interactive workshops. This educational program is designed to equip workers with the tools and skills needed to work from home as a remote worker\, freelancer\, or entrepreneur. Specific objectives and outcomes for each module of the course are identified at the beginning of each set of modules. The program consists of nine core modules\, delivered in a self-paced\, online format\, and four interactive workshops. Click here to review the syllabus of the course: https://extension.usu.edu/remoteworkcertificate/pro/index \nThis professional certificate requires approximately 30 hours to complete (6-8 hours per week over 4 weeks). \nUpon completing this program\, you will join a growing online community of remote work professionals that support each other by sharing best practices and job opportunities. \nProgram Flyer (PDF)
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/pcrd-remote-work-certificate-course-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T181333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T181333Z
UID:7738-1682427600-1682431200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: 5 Strategies to Run a More Efficient Business
DESCRIPTION:Starting and running a small business is no small task\, but with the right strategies and tools\, you can streamline your processes\, increasing your productivity and ultimately leading to more profitability. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenters will provide a framework to help you implement these five cost-effective strategies so you can optimize your operations and continue to grow your business.\nYou will learn: \n\nHow to streamline your workflow\, eliminate redundancies\, and improve your operational processes\nHow to increase productivity by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities\nHow to identify financial inefficiencies and make the most of your current resources\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-5-strategies-to-run-a-more-efficient-business/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230424T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230424T213000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T154406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T154406Z
UID:7590-1682368200-1682371800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:WEOC: Business @ Bedtime - No Excuse Networking
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nWe like to create\, compose\, and basically do anything we can to stay behind our desk. However\, there must be a balance of client acquisition work and building a solid foundation for the business. Networking (along with follow-up) is extremely important to your success. \nGetting out to network can be hard when we juggle so many demands. \nThat’s why we established Business @ Bedtime networking. At these monthly events you can show up virtually in your house shoes and curlers. Snuggle down and share what you do\, what you need\, and what you can offer. \nWhat To Expect: \nConversation with up to 10 people to \n\nCreate strong professional ties\nGain access to opportunities\nUtilize a safe space to exchange new ideas\nGain knowledge\nPolish your communication and social skills\nSolidify potential business collaborations/referrals\n\nWhen: The fourth Monday of every month in 2023 \nWhere: Online (see zoom link provided after you register) \nWho Should Attend: Open to anyone (business owners\, entrepreneurs\, employees\, non-business owners\, spouses/ supporters of business owners) \nPrice: $0 (must provide contact information at registration) \nRegister:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-bedtime-a-no-make-up-meetup-tickets-502676227127
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/weoc-business-bedtime-no-excuse-networking/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230421T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T145949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T145949Z
UID:7536-1681934400-1681938000@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-3/
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T181156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T181156Z
UID:7735-1681822800-1681826400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Benefits of Volunteering with SCORE as a Business Mentor
DESCRIPTION:In 2022 SCORE helped start 30\,453 new businesses leading to the creation of 82\,117 new non-owner jobs\, and 90% of “in business” clients were still in business at the end of 2022. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll hear from our SCORE mentors and learn how they used their skills and experience to positively impact their community by supporting local small business owners and entrepreneurs. \nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-benefits-of-volunteering-with-score-as-a-business-mentor/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230414T132000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230414T142000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230414T185224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T185224Z
UID:7747-1681478400-1681482000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Simple Steps to Write and Follow a Sustainable Business Plan that Ensures You Achieve Your Goals
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a startup or an established business\, it’s imperative that you have a business plan to guide your way to successful outcomes. In this webinar\, you will learn how to write a business plan that will ensure you can go from business idea to business success. \nOur expert presenter will walk you through step-by-step how to write each section of your plan including\, what problem your business solves\, who is your target audience\, marketing planning and financial planning. \nYou’ll learn the following: \n\nThe importance of a business plan\nIdentify the elements of an effective business plan\nWrite and successfully follow a business plan to achieve your goals\n\nCo-sponsorship Authorization# 23-1-C.  The SBA’s participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance of this event; please send an email with the subject header ACCOMMODATION REQUEST to reasonableaccommodation@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-simple-steps-to-write-and-follow-a-sustainable-business-plan-that-ensures-you-achieve-your-goals/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230413T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T153725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T155507Z
UID:7579-1681394400-1681398000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SBA Surety Bond Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The U. S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your small business get bonded for projects up to $10 million! \nPlease join us if your small business has… \n\nLimited or no bonding experience\nDifficulty qualifying for bonding\nThe desire to increase current bond limits\n\nOur discussion will include an overview of contract bonds – what they are and how to get pre-qualified for bonding – and how SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can open doors to bonding for your small business by reducing barriers to bonding and increasing your contracting opportunities. \nIn particular\, minority-owned\, veteran-owned\, and 8(a) or HUBZONE certified contractors can receive surety bond support of 90% of the contract value through the SBA program. \nThe primary presenter of this program will be Tamara Murray of the Office of Surety Guarantees.  We also expect to have some perspectives from representatives of top bonding agencies to provide their practical tips on getting bonded. \nWhen: Thursday April 13 at 2pm EST \nWhere: Webinar \nRegistration here: https://bit.ly/SuretyBond-41323-RegisterNow \nQuestions? Contact SBA Cleveland Lead Lender Relations Specialist Ray Graves at raymond.graves@sba.gov
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/sba-surety-bond-program-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230413T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T130700
CREATED:20230314T160343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T160343Z
UID:7624-1681390800-1681394400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Get a Small Business Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nUnderstanding how to get a small business loan is essential for business owners at all stages of growth. However\, finding business funding can be a daunting task if you’re new to the world of business financing. That’s why we have invited a financial expert to walk you through the basics of how to get a small business loan. \nIn this webinar\, we will cover the different types of small business funding options available\, what the application process will look like\, and the various criteria lenders look for during evaluation. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to organize your finances for a loan application\nThe 5 C’s of creditworthiness\nCommon questions lenders might ask you\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-get-a-small-business-loan-a-step-by-step-guide/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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