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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-8/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230606T140000
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SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Navigate Small Claims Court When Your Clients Refuses to Pay
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nWhen clients refuse to pay for services\, it can significantly impact your small business\, and the legal options available to you can be a confusing process. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will walk you through the small claims court process\, give you practical tips to navigate the process and help you avoid common mistakes that small business owners make when pursuing unpaid services. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow to determine if you should hire a lawyer\nHow to file a claim in small claims court\nHow to prepare for court\nHow to collect your judgment if you win your case\n\nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-navigate-small-claims-court-when-your-clients-refuses-to-pay/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230601T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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-15/
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:20230601T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T150822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T150822Z
UID:7549-1685610000-1685725200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Youth Leaders Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-youth-leaders-summit/
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230601
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T180912Z
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SUMMARY:PCRD: Remote Work Certificate Course June 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 June 5-30. Deadline to apply is May 31st! \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-june-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230530T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230530T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230413T190922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190922Z
UID:7714-1685469600-1685475000@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-7/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230528
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230414T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T180052Z
UID:7726-1685145600-1685231999@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Economic Gardening
DESCRIPTION:6-8 week small business training\, customized for your company! \nNO CHARGE: These services are provided at no charge through NIIC Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs. \nGet intensive\, customized assistance in market research\, geospatial analysis\, and digital marketing to help grow your business and level-up your team. Powered by the SBA and NIIC. For businesses of 10-99 employees. \nSmall businesses are the primary driver of job growth in Indiana. In fact\, existing second stage businesses generated nearly 40 percent* of all new job in Indiana in 2017\, higher than any other stage. Economic Gardening® is designed to provide second stage companies (10-99 employees) with a mix of technical support and assistance that can help them thrive and contribute to the economic prosperity of their communities. \nThe National Economic Gardening program was designed by Chris Gibbons\, business development director of Littleton\, Colorado in 1987. After a major job reduction by one of its largest manufacturers\, Gibbons decided to focus resources on the existing local companies. He was very successful at helping those companies create jobs and increase sales tax revenue. Adopted by the Purdue Center for Regional Development in 2014 for Indiana companies\, Economic Gardening has a proven history of providing measurable growth to companies. You can learn more about the program at pcrd.purdue.edu/economic-gardening. \nInterested? Fill out the application form or contact: \nEmily Del Real\nEngagement Specialist\nPurdue Center for Regional Development\nedelreal@purdue.edu
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-economic-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Application Required,Education,Online,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230525T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T152439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152439Z
UID:7566-1685035800-1685046600@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-14/
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:20230525T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230515T185036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T185036Z
UID:7877-1685019600-1685023200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: How to Overcome the Unique Challenges Facing AAPI Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nCelebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us! Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring the amazing business owner and SCORE volunteer Eva Chen. She’ll reveal powerful strategies to make your business stand out and stay true to your cultural identity. \nDuring this event\, you’ll learn how to balance the expectations of your culture with your own personal goals and what it takes to achieve success in America. \nWe’ll also discuss: \n\nHow to understand value systems and cultural programming\, how to decode them and discover your authentic core values\nUnderstand what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in America\, from mindset to strategy and execution\nHow to connect the dots to your life to create a business that sets you apart and a brand that people are excited to support\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true expert and move your business forward! Register now. \nLive attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-how-to-overcome-the-unique-challenges-facing-aapi-business-owners/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230524T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T150656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T151519Z
UID:7547-1684958400-1684962000@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-4/
CATEGORIES:For Students,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230523T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230413T190830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190830Z
UID:7712-1684864800-1684870200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-6/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230414T191457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T191457Z
UID:7792-1684843200-1684848600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: Selling to the Federal Government Market
DESCRIPTION:23+ percent of all prime government contract dollars are awarded to small businesses. If you are not already selling your product or service to the federal government\, you may be missing out on a major market opportunity. \nIn this webinar\, SCORE expert business mentor and retired Northrup Grumman executive Karen Williams will take you through the steps to sell to the federal government. \nIn this webinar you will learn: \n\nHow to conduct market research to identify opportunities\nAbout identifying subcontracting opportunities\nHow to market your product / service to prime contractors\n\nIf you are not already set up as a federal “small business\,” we encourage you to also attend this webinar: “Registering to Sell to the Federal Government Market.” \nAttendees will receive the presentation materials and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-selling-to-the-federal-government-market/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230522T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230522T213000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T154810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T154810Z
UID:7595-1684787400-1684791000@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230522T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230515T175858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T175858Z
UID:7855-1684778400-1684783800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Achieve Business Success with NIIC CNPP and WEOC WBC Programs
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to start or grow your business because of a lack of resources\, tools\, and know-how? This is especially true for women\, minority\, and rural business owners. But you don’t have to go it alone. \nCome and discover the resources available to you through the Community Navigator Pilot Program and WEOC Women’s Business Center. Let us help you reach your business goals and achieve success. \nThis training is provided at no charge through Community Navigator Pilot Program to serve Northeast Indiana entrepreneurs. \n*This event will be offered in English and Spanish language* \nWhere: Ligonier Public Library 300 S. Main St. Ligonier\, IN 46767 \nWhen: Monday May 22\, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.- 7:30 P.M. \nPresenter: Rosalina Perez\, Bilingual Program Manager\, Northeast Indiana Innovation Center
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-achieve-business-success-with-niic-cnpp-and-weoc-wbc-programs/
LOCATION:Ligonier Public Library\, 300 S. Main St.\, Ligonier\, IN\, 46767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T152323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152323Z
UID:7564-1684431000-1684441800@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-13/
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:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230515T184919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T184919Z
UID:7874-1684414800-1684418400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:SCORE: 4 Things you Need to Take Your Business to The Next Level
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\nAre you ready to take your business to new heights? Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this webinar will help you scale your business. We’ll discuss cash flow\, business structure\, taxation and support systems. \nYou’ll learn the following: \n\nHow to create a cash flow system to fuel your business growth\nHow to minimize tax liabilities and maximize deductions\nThe importance of a supports system in your personal life\nWhat business structure is best for you\n\nJoin us to get practical advice and actionable steps you can put into action right away! \n​​​​​​Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/score-4-things-you-need-to-take-your-business-to-the-next-level/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230414T180335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T180335Z
UID:7729-1684413000-1684416600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:The NIIC: Third Thursday Client Connect - The Preventative Side of Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us every 3rd Thursday for Client Connect\, an informative series for builders and networkers. \nBring your lunch and join us to connect and learn from your peers. There is no cost to attend. \nThis month’s topic: The Preventative Side of Mental Health \nSpeaker: Tara Holliday\, Mental Health America \nFor NIIC Clients (Residents and Non-residents) \nFormat: \n\n40 minutes speaker/presentation/discussion\n15 minutes networking\n5 minutes Callout-discuss topics of special interest for offline meetings among attendees
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/the-niic-third-thursday-client-connect-the-preventative-side-of-mental-health/
LOCATION:The NIIC\, 3201 Stellhorn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T150535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T150535Z
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:20230516T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230413T190730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190730Z
UID:7710-1684260000-1684265400@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-5/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230515T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T171500
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T150420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T150420Z
UID:7542-1683975600-1683991800@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Believe In A Dream: PTP Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Scavenger Hunt led by PTP Student Mentors\, for all Believe In A Dream participants. Registration required.
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/believe-in-a-dream-ptp-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Believe In A Dream
CATEGORIES:For Students,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T152225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152225Z
UID:7562-1683826200-1683837000@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-12/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230510T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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:20230509T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230413T190642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T190642Z
UID:7708-1683655200-1683660600@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Program: Focus on Your Business - Free 8 Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:FOCUS ON YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS\nFree 8 Week Cohort \nBuild an 18-month next-steps for business planning\, receive ISBDC industry reports\, and study guides to assist with analyzing your industry. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nTechnical Assistance\nBusiness Coaching\nBusiness Workshop
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/community-navigator-program-focus-on-your-business-free-8-week-cohort-4/
LOCATION:McCormick Resource Center\, 3005 McCormick Avenue\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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:20230504T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
CREATED:20230314T152127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T152127Z
UID:7560-1683221400-1683232200@fortitudefund.com
SUMMARY:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education
DESCRIPTION:Build Institute Entrepreneur Education\n\nThe Build Entrepreneur Education Program is a nine-week basic business startup course for early-stage entrepreneurs. We assist you in identifying and honing strengths and developing meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and other Entrepreneur Support Organizations. \nClasses are led by trained facilitators and cover the basics of starting a business—from establishing an entity to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow\, loan types to cost-benefit analyses\, and more. We bring in Subject matter experts such as lawyers\, accountants\, bankers\, marketing professionals\, and more\, to cover the different business topics and aid with questions. \nEach class has a minimum of 10 participants who meet in person with an option to participate via zoom once a week for three hours throughout the nine weeks. This program is designed for early-stage and growing entrepreneurs who are ready to start\, grow or restart their businesses. The program fee is $275\, which includes your workbook\, and course material. \nUpcoming Classes: \n\nFebruary 21st – April 18th\, 2023\, Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nApril 27th – June 22nd\, 2023\, Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nJuly 3rd – August 28th\, 2023\, Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSpanish Language – July 7th – September 1st\, 2023\, Fridays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here.\nSeptember 13th – November 8th\, 2023\, Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ 1830 Wayne Trace – Register Here. \n\nWho is Ready for the Build Entrepreneur Education Program? \nThis nine-week course is for people who plan to open their business in the next 6-12 months and need help formulating the business plan around their product or service. \nAdditional resources can be found by visiting fuseNEI.com or by contacting AskSEED@cityoffortwayne.org. \n\nGraduate Experiences: \n“I fell in love with the program. It has a lot of resources with great support.” – David de Leon\, Leon Properties Enterprise. \n“Once I had the big picture\, it was easier to chart a course. It was also a helpful introduction to community resources.” – Angie Harrison\, Bakerson Pie Co. \n“Build gave me the structure to start and answered a lot of my questions.” – Flora Barron\, Kanela \n“You think you know so much until you go through the class. Build broke down the process and made me set goals.” – Kachell Smith\, Liberty Beauty
URL:https://fortitudefund.com/event/build-institute-entrepreneur-education-11/
LOCATION:SEED Fort Wayne\, 1830 Wayne Trace\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In-person,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T143100
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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