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SUMMARY:WOEC: Business @ Bedtime - No Excuse Networking
DESCRIPTION:We 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/woec-business-bedtime-no-excuse-networking/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230225
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
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SUMMARY:Elevate Nexus: Spring 2023 Regional Pitch Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Elevate Nexus includes programming and funding for higher education institutions\, communities and the entrepreneurs they engage. \nThe Nexus Pitch Competition is comprised of regional Pre-Seed and Seed competitions held twice throughout the year\, followed by a statewide competition comprised of regional Nexus winners. \nFollowing each application acceptance period\, applications will be reviewed\, and finalists will be selected. All applicants will be notified the status of their application once decisions have been made. At that time\, finalists will be notified exactly how many minutes they will have to present their pitch deck and accept questions from judges. Finalists will be notified with a cutoff date to make updates to their pitch deck prior to presenting. Updates though must remain within the application guidelines.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/elevate-nexus-spring-2023-regional-pitch-applications-due/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230215T192158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212244Z
UID:7428-1677160800-1677164400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SBA Federal Contracting 101 - How to Start\, Market\, and Win!
DESCRIPTION:THE U.S. GOVERNMENT BUYS MORE THAN ANYONE IN THE WORLD. LET THE SBA TEACH YOU HOW TO MAKE FEDERAL AGENCIES YOUR VALUED CUSTOMERS! \nDuring our Federal Contracting 101 webinar\, Business Opportunity Specialist Vernice Mathis will walk you through the basics on: \n\nFederal contracting small business readiness requirements & eligibility\nWhere to find what federal agencies are buying\nWhat the purchasing process looks like\nHow to put together marketing plans and capability statements\nHow to register your small business on SAM.gov (the federal government’s System for Award Management)\nHelpful certifications and development programs\nWhere to find help\n\nRegistration is required. The webinar link and reminders will be emailed. You can also access the class by typing https://bit.ly/FedContracting101Webinar into your web browser on the day of the event. See you there! \nQuestions? Contact SBA Indiana Business Opportunity Specialist Vernice Mathis at vernice.mathis@sba.gov. \nRegister through EventBrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/federal-contracting-101-how-to-start-market-and-win-tickets-532184286527
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/sba-federal-contracting-101-how-to-start-market-and-win/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230217T164358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T164358Z
UID:7443-1677157200-1677160800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Recession-Proof Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Economic recession can significantly affect small businesses\, but your business can weather an economic downturn if you are properly prepared. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn what challenges small businesses face during a recession\, what is out of your control and what is in your control\, and what simple steps you can take to prepare. \nRegardless of the state of the economy\, it’s important to control all aspects of your business so you can remain profitable during the good and bad times. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nPlan for the most common financial disruptions\nManage your debt\nManage inventory during supply chain disruptions\nGrow and maintain customer relationships\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources\, a copy of the slide deck\, and a link to this webinar recording. 
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-recession-proof-your-business/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230214T160300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212254Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230217T172335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T172335Z
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SUMMARY:Start Fort Wayne: Paper Belt On Fire - Fireside Chat with Michael Gibson
DESCRIPTION:Start Fort Wayne is proud to present the Fort Wayne leg of Michael Gibson’s “Paper Belt On Fire” book tour.\n\nMichael Gibson is co-founder of the 1517 Fund\, a venture capital fund investing in teams led by dropouts\, the uncredentialed\, and renegade scientists. Previously he was vice president for grants at the Thiel Foundation and a principal at Thiel Capital\, where he helped launch and run the Thiel Fellowship. He has written on innovation and technology for MIT’s Technology Review\, the Atlantic\, National Review\, and City Journal. His book\, Paper Belt on Fire\, was published in November 2022.\n\nWe will be meeting at the Electric Works Campus Forum (27A\, just off of the Swinney Ave parking lot) on Wednesday\, February 22nd.\n\nPlease register via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/paper-belt-on-fire…\n\nPlease direct any questions to Dan Swartz: dan@startfortwayne.com.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/start-fort-wayne-paper-belt-on-fire-fireside-chat-with-michael-gibson/
LOCATION:Electric Works Campus Forum\, 1030 Swinney Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212305Z
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SUMMARY:SBA Funding Options for Small Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:LEARN ABOUT SBA’S GUARANTY LOAN PROGRAMS\, EXPERT HELP AVAILABLE AND HOW TO FINANCE YOUR BUSINESS IDEA AT THIS INFORMATIVE WEBINAR! \nStarting a business? Expanding your business? Learn about SBA’s guaranty loan programs\, expert help available and how to finance your business idea at this informative webinar! Topics include: \n\nhow to finance your business;\nwhere microloans are available;\nwhat to take to your lender;\nand how the business advisors and mentors can help.\n\nRegistration is required. Webinar access link and reminders will be emailed prior to event start. You can also attend by typing https://bit.ly/SBAFunding-22223 into your web browser on the day of the event. See you there! \nWhen: Wed\, Feb 22\, 2023\, 12:00 PM EST \nWhere: Webinar \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-funding-options-for-small-business-webinar-tickets-529674279027 \nQuestions? Contact Ronda Crouch at ronda.crouch@sba.gov.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/sba-funding-options-for-small-business-webinar/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Funding,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230214T161630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212313Z
UID:7389-1677000600-1677011400@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/
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:20230221T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230217T165317Z
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UID:7457-1677000600-1677007800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE Northeast Indiana: Business Modeling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A systematic approach to determine the business value of your idea\nAn appreciation for the customer’s point of view in the buying process\nAn understanding of the customer’s key decision factors\nIdentifying your value proposition to determine what customers will buy from you
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-northeast-indiana-business-modeling-workshop/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230217T164205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212329Z
UID:7439-1676980800-1676984400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Small Business Cash Flow – Understanding Money Management
DESCRIPTION:Managing cash flow is one of the biggest challenges that small businesses face day to day. You need money to pay bills\, make investments\, pay salaries\, and provide growth opportunities. And sometimes it’s a struggle to make the revenue you need to cover all those expenses. \nIn this webinar\, experienced entrepreneur Julie Brander will share practical ways to manage your cash flow\, budgeting basics\, and identifying business costs versus expenses. \nYou’ll learn the following: \n\nHow cash flows in and out of your business\nSimple ways to use business and personal budgets\nMoney management strategies\nHow to invest your business profits\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources\, a copy of the slide deck\, and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-small-business-cash-flow-understanding-money-management/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Education,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230216T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230214T154344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212337Z
UID:7363-1676570400-1676574000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Amp Lab: Parent Information Session (Virtual)
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. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/609008981051285/
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/amp-lab-parent-information-session-virtual/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230215T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20230214T160152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T212345Z
UID:7377-1676491200-1676494800@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/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221027T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221027T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20221012T153717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T153717Z
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SUMMARY:DeKalb County Social
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and connect with fellow Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs at our upcoming social event!\nThursday\, October 27 at 5 PM\nAuburn Brewing Company
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/dekalb-county-social/
LOCATION:Auburn Brewing Company\, 309 N Main St.\, Auburn\, IN\, 46706\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220506T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20220308T143739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T143739Z
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SUMMARY:DeKalb County Event
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Coming Soon!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/dekalb-county-event/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220427T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20220308T143622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T143622Z
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SUMMARY:Kosciusko County Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE to network with entrepreneurs in Northeast Indiana and enjoy a free beer on us!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/kosciusko-county-social/
LOCATION:HopLore Brewing\, 307 W Market St Suite 2\, Warsaw\, IN\, 46580\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211007T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20210914T191636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T193457Z
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SUMMARY:Auburn Social Event
DESCRIPTION:The Fortitude Fund is having our first Auburn Social Event!\nJoin us on October 7th at 5:00 PM at the Auburn Brewing Company for a celebration of amazing grantees and future entrepreneurs\, and their success stories!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/auburn-social-event/
LOCATION:Auburn Brewing Company\, 309 N Main St.\, Auburn\, IN\, 46706\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210929T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20210914T191259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T191259Z
UID:6626-1632938400-1632942000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Social Media 101 Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The Fortitude Fund is having our first-ever Social Media 101 Bootcamp!\nJoin us on September 29th at 6:00 PM virtually to learn the power of social media through your business!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/social-media-101-bootcamp/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210825T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20210914T190545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T190545Z
UID:6621-1629914400-1629921600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Summer 2021 Social Event
DESCRIPTION:The Fortitude Fund is having our first in-person event in over a year!\nJoin us on August 25th at 6:00 PM at The Garden for a celebration of amazing grantees and future entrepreneurs\, and their success stories!
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/summer-2021-social-event/
LOCATION:The Garden\, 3308 N Anthony Blvd\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210225T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20210201T225533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T225533Z
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SUMMARY:Fortitude Fund 2.0 Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:The Fortitude Fund is beginning our second round of funding!\nJoin us on February 25th at 12:30PM for a virtual celebration of past and future success as we jump into new endeavors in 2021.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/fortitude-fund-2-0-launch-event/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200602T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200528T201021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200528T201021Z
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SUMMARY:Insight Into Investors: What They Look For
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted an all-access pass to the mind of an investor? Join us for a panel discussion providing insight to investors.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nEver wanted an all-access pass to the mind of an investor? How is COVID-19 impacting investment decisions? \nOur Northeast Indiana panel featuring Dan Meek\, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Elevate Ventures; Nick Arnett\, Principal at 1517; and Ben Pidgeon\, Executive Director at VisionTech Partners will discuss what they look for when evaluating a company and how important things like team\, market-fit\, market size\, valuation and others play a key role in their process. \n\n\n\nPanelists:\nDan Meek \nDan Meek serves as an Elevate Ventures Entrepreneur-in-Residence for Northeast Indiana. He most recently served as President of Seneca Business Ventures\, a commercialization and innovation consultancy. Prior to that Meek was Vice President of Venture Development at Rev1 Ventures. His background has been focused on commercialization\, early stage investments\, and new ventures. Dan is based in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. \nNick Arnett \nNick Arnett is a Principal at 1517 Fund\, a San Francisco-based early stage fund that invests in companies led by young founders. Nick founded and serves on the board of WayPaver Foundation\, a nonprofit dedicated to addressing humanity’s greatest challenges by enabling lunar settlement. Prior to his work with WayPaver\, Nick worked at the Thiel Foundation where he led the growth and development of their community of young visionaries for the Thiel Fellowship program. In lieu of going to college\, Nick started a nonprofit at age 18 that studied the development of entrepreneurial ecosystems in mid-sized cities throughout the United States. He resides in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. \nBen Pidgeon \nBen joined VisionTech in 2016 as the organization’s first executive director and is charged with expanding VisionTech’s role in Indiana and across the Midwest supporting startups\, innovation\, commercialization\, and job creation. Each year\, he and his screening committee review up to 400 startups\, selecting 12 to 15 to “pitch” to VisionTech’s network of 130 +/- accredited angel investors. Under Ben’s leadership VisionTech Angels has expanded to six chapters: Bloomington\, Fort Wayne\, Indianapolis\, Lafayette\, Dayton\, OH; and a physician-only group\, AngelBOM. VisionTech’s investment portfolio stands at 34 companies\, many of which are headquartered in Indiana. Prior to joining VisionTech\, Ben spent 15 years in the banking industry and is a former president and board member of the Venture Club of Indiana. A native of West Lafayette\, IN\, Ben earned a BS in Economics from Purdue University and a Master’s of Business Administration from the IU Kelley School of Business.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/insight-into-investors-what-they-look-for-2/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200521T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200504T132944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T133201Z
UID:4954-1590080400-1590084000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Mentors & Founders
DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID-19\, Mentors & Founders is going virtual! \nNote: THIS IS NOT GOING TO BE YET ANOTHER FLOODED ZOOM CALL. I’m over those. I mean aren’t you? \nThis event will create the easiest setting to connect with a mentor than ever before. \nThere will have a 1:1 ratio of 5 mentors and 5 founders. No more. no less. Our desire is for you to come out of this time with fresh ideas on how you can keep making progress despite the circumstances. \nSpace is limited so make sure to RSVP as soon as possible! \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://mentorsfounders.eventbrite.com” text=”RSVP”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/virtual-mentors-founders/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200205T185228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T140626Z
UID:4702-1586851200-1586970000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Kinetic 2020: Fueled by Elevate Ventures
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19.\nPowered by Elevate Ventures\, Kinetic opens doors for entrepreneurs and investors to access the knowledge\, networks\, and opportunities they need to accelerate their ambitions. \nFor Kinetic 2020\, we are excited to host our inaugural Elevate Nexus conference and our portfolio conference back-to-back. Elevate Nexus is a new program that provides resources and thought leadership to higher education institutions and the entrepreneurs they engage. Aligning these conferences will encourage cross engagement with universities\, entrepreneurs\, and other Elevate Ventures partners. \nJoin us at Kinetic to be part of fueling the growth of Indiana entrepreneurs\, high growth startups and entrepreneurial ecosystems.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://kineticindiana.com/” text=”View Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/kinetic-2020-fueled-by-elevate-ventures/
LOCATION:Biltwell Event Center\, 950 S White River Pkwy W Dr\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46221\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200404
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200323T141610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T141610Z
UID:4886-1585526400-1585958399@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:gener8tor: Indiana Emergency Response Program
DESCRIPTION:gener8tor is hosting emergency one-week virtual programs for small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. \nThese programs will feature daily webinars designed to identify\, understand and help small businesses secure resources to withstand the current crisis. One-on-one office hours will also be available. \nBusinesses wishing to enroll in the program should sign up using the form below. \nWHAT TO EXPECT\nProgram participants will be invited to daily lunch-time webinars with experts in the following topics: \n\n\nBanking experts for step-by-step process on applying for SBA-eligible programs \n\n\nCivic\, philanthropic and state emergency relief resources \n\n\nEmployment law experts to navigate changes required by new laws \n\n\nFederal emergency relief programs \n\n\nMental health and wellness resources for small business owners \n\n\nIn addition to the weekly webinars\, gener8tor will hold one-on-one office hours for small businesses to virtually meet with the gener8tor team. Our goal with office hours is to help businesses identify\, understand\, and engage with resources to help them during this crisis. \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://www.gener8tor.com/emergency-response-program/indiana” text=”RSVP”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/gener8tor-indiana-emergency-response-program/
LOCATION:IN
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ORGANIZER;CN="gener8tor":MAILTO:info@gener8tor.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200318T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200303T153220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T153737Z
UID:4786-1584532800-1584538200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Insight Into Investors: What They Look For
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\nEver wanted an all-access pass to the mind of an investor? Joins us at Club Soda for a panel discussion providing insight to investors.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nEver wanted an all-access pass to the mind of an investor? Here’s your chance. This event will feature Dan Meek\, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Elevate Ventures; Nick Arnett\, Principal at 1517; and Ben Pidgeon\, Executive Director at VisionTech Partners. Hear what they look for when evaluating a company and how important things like team\, market-fit\, market size\, valuation and others play a key role in their process. \nPanelists: \nDan Meek \nDan Meek serves as Entrepreneur-in-Residence for northeast Indiana. He most recently served as President of Seneca Business Ventures\, a commercialization and innovation consultancy. Prior to that Meek was Vice President of Venture Development at Rev1 Ventures. His background has been focused on commercialization\, early stage investments\, and new ventures. Dan is based in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. \nNick Arnett \nNick Arnett is a Principal at 1517 Fund\, a San Francisco-based early stage fund that invests in companies led by young founders. Nick founded and serves on the board of WayPaver Foundation\, a nonprofit dedicated to addressing humanity’s greatest challenges by enabling lunar settlement. Prior to his work with WayPaver\, Nick worked at the Thiel Foundation where he led the growth and development of their community of young visionaries for the Thiel Fellowship program. In lieu of going to college\, Nick started a nonprofit at age 18 that studied the development of entrepreneurial ecosystems in mid-sized cities throughout the United States. He resides in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/insight-into-investors-what-they-look-for-tickets-96669851127″ text=”View Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/insight-into-investors-what-they-look-for/
LOCATION:Club Soda\, 235 E Superior St\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46802\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200311T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200311T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200214T191456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T191558Z
UID:4736-1583928000-1583933400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Start Your High-Growth Business on the Right Foot
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n\n\n\n\nStarting a high growth business?…Start it out on the right foot!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nStarting a high growth business?…Start it out on the right foot! Knowing how to structure your business before you begin can help set you up for success. Join us at Baker Street Steakhouse where we’ll hear from Kyle Gough\, ESQ about how to start planning your businesses structure. \nLunch provided. Limited space\, please register early. \nSpeaker: Kyle Gough\, ESQ \nSmall business owner. Award winning entrepreneur. Licensed to practice law in Indiana. Professional interests include business\, healthcare\, nonprofits\, and IT administration. \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://www.facebook.com/pg/1millioncupsfwa/events/?ref=page_internal” text=”View Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/start-your-high-growth-business-on-the-right-foot/
LOCATION:Baker Street Steakhouse\, 4820 North Clinton Street\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46825\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20200117T140128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T141911Z
UID:4633-1582824600-1582830000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:February Mentors & Founders
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Come join us at our next Mentors & Founders event taking place at Byler Lane Winery🍷 on February 27th! On top of this being a perfect opportunity to network with mentors who are eager to meet you\, 3 individuals will be chosen at random to share 3-minute pitches about where they are at with their business as well as their current needs.🚀[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRSVP Today!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/february-mentors-founders/
LOCATION:Byler Lane Winery\, 5858 Co Rd 35\, Auburn\, IN\, 46706\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fortitude Fund Mentorship Program":MAILTO:sonja@farnsworthfund.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191112T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20190623T184805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190623T184805Z
UID:3586-1573558200-1573563600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Create Your Circle of Support - Who to Recruit and Who to Leave Behind
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nThe little comments made by those closest to you. The blatant questioning from complete strangers. The moments when you are at your lowest in this business building journey. The lack of people who jump for joy with you when you achieve a milestone. All this takes an effect on your confidence in your business and yourself. \nBy creating a strategic circle of support\, you will achieve more than you have yet dreamed. \nJoin us from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The NIIC \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”none” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/create-your-circle-of-support-who-to-recruit-and-who-to-leave-behind-tickets-61998513222″ text=”Register For Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/create-your-circle-of-support-who-to-recruit-and-who-to-leave-behind/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190912T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190912T093000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20190623T184537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190623T184537Z
UID:3583-1568275200-1568280600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Caffeinated Conversations - Resource Partners
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]During this popular Caffeinated Conversations event\, you will connect with business professionals who can help you establish and grow your business. You will speak with Attorneys\, CPA’s and Marketing Consultants in a speed networking format. Come armed with your elevator pitch and questions to make the most of your time with these specialists donating their time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caffeinated-conversations-resource-partners-tickets-61996849245″ text=”Register For Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/caffeinated-conversations-resource-partners/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190828T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190828T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20190623T184229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190623T184229Z
UID:3581-1566993600-1566999000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Men As Allies - How Allies Partner For Equality
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Julie Kratz of Pivot Point will be leading this workshop.  She is a highly-acclaimed leadership trainer who led teams and produced results in corporate America.  After experiencing her own career “pivot point\,”  she developed a process for women leaders to build winning plans. \nIn this highly collaborative talk\, Julie will share stories\, ideas\, and research from her book\, ONE:  How Male Allies Support Women for Gender Equality\, with four proven strategies for men and women to succeed together.  Leaders that partner together do these things well – they practice empathy\, listen\, speak up\, and integrate work and life. \nTogether\, we will unpack these core objectives: \n*Build a plan using proven strategies to engage allies in your diverse and inclusive workplace \n*Collaboratively create and enhance your allyship plan with leaders with unique perspectives and backgrounds \n*Apply tangible tools and techniques to facilitate interactive discussions on allies in your organization \nThis is an invite only event.  Please contact Suzie Haga at shaga@niic.net for more details.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://theniic.org/start/womens-entrepreneurial-center/” text=”Read More”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/men-as-allies-how-allies-partner-for-equality/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190731T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190731T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T030755
CREATED:20190119T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190119T172911Z
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups - Fort Wayne
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Based on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee\, the Kauffman Foundation developed 1 Million Cups – a free program designed to educate\, engage\, and connect entrepreneurs with their communities. \nJoin us for this FREE weekly entrepreneurship education event! We will meet (nearly) every Wednesday at 9am at Main Headquarters- Junior Achievement – look for the 1 Million Cups banner. Each week we will have: \n• A local entrepreneur talk about their business\n• Q&A and workshopping from the audience about the business\n• General discussion about and with the entrepreneurship community about the struggles\, issues and successes we are all having\n• Plus\, a FREE cup of Utopian Coffee! \nIf you can’t attend in person\, watch the event on Facebook Live\, or following along on Twitter with #1MCFWA[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”fontawesome” url=”https://www.facebook.com/pg/1millioncupsfwa/events/?ref=page_internal” text=”View Event”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/1-million-cups-fort-wayne-5-2019-07-31/
LOCATION:Junior Achievement – Main Headquarters\, 601 Noble Dr.\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46825\, United States
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