Business series
FEB. 23—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host their Business Program Series at 12:15 p.m. at the Downtown & Business branch, 612 Smithfield St., Downtown. The topic is “How to File a Property Assessment Tax Appeal.” Kenneth R. Behrend, Esq., of Behrend & Ernsberger, P.C., will discuss and review the steps required for a successful real estate assessment appeal. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or e-mail business@carnegielibrary.org.
Business basics
FEB. 23—SCORE will host an Introduction to Small Business Basics from 7-8 p.m. at the Monroeville Public Library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd., Monroeville. This is a free seminar to introduce aspiring or existing entrepreneurs to the basic options, resources and requirements associated with starting or growing their own business. For more information, call Art Green at 412-395-6560 ext. 130 or e-mail info@scorepittsburgh.com.
Ice skating party
FEB. 25—The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will host an Ice Skating Party from 1-3 p.m. at PPG Ice Skating Rink, PPG Plaza, Downtown. This is an afternoon for family and fun. A discount is being offered when one mentions the chamber upon payment for admissions. The cost is $6 for adults, $5 for children and $3 for skate rental. Registration is requested by Feb. 23. For more information, call 412-392-0610.
Networking/panel
discussion
FEB. 27—TiE Pittsburgh and Enterprise Forum Pittsburgh will host the “Alternative Funding Strategies For Technology Startups” Panel Discussion and Networking Event from 5:30-8 p.m. at the University Club, 123 University Place, Pittsburgh. They will discuss the types of alternative funding, the types of companies, is crowfunding illegal and more. The cost is $35 in advance for non-members and $45 the day of the event for non-members. For more information, call Berni Bishop Pirollo at bbishop@tiepgh.org.
Orientation
FEB. 28—The New Choices Career Development of PA Women Work will host an Orientation for their Career Development Classes at 9:30 a.m. at 305 Wood St., Downtown. The classes, which begin March 5, are free and open to single parents and homemakers. For more information, call 412-391-5103 or 412-391-5101.
Business series
MARCH 1—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host their Business Program Series at 12:15 p.m. at the Downtown & Business branch, 612 Smithfield St., Downtown. The topic is “Buying Foreclosed, Bank-Owned or Short Sale Properties-Is it Right For You?” Mortgage Banker Diane Scabilloni and Realtor Tracy Janov will cover analyzing property, identifing outstanding financial obligations, how to approach lenders to purchase bank-owned properties, deal with the limited disclosure of deficiencies and the important information needed before purchasing a bank-owned property. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or e-mail business@carnegielibrary.org.
Public hearing
MARCH 1—State Representative Joseph Preston Jr. will host a Public Information Hearing on the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act of 2007 at the University of Pittsburgh, Student Union Building, 4200 Fifth Ave., Oakland. The Act requires contractors to register with the Attorney General and has protections regarding contracts for service, payment and right legal action for unfinished projects. Registration is required. For more information, call 717-783-1017 or e-mail Beth Rosentel at ERosente@pahouse.net.
Commonwealth
contracts
MARCH 8—Duquesne University’s Small Business Development Center will host “Doing Business With The Commonwealth” from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the university’s Rockwell Hall, 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. Guests will learn how to contract with the state and where to find opportunities and much more. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-396-6233 or e-mail duqsbdc@duq.edu.
Business symposium
MARCH 31—Onyx Women Network will host Emerging Business Owner’s Symposium: Tools to Overcome Obstacles in an Unstable Economy from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Nuin Center, 5655 Bryant St., East Liberty. The topics that will be discussed include the Art of the Sales Pitch, Negotiating the Deal, Social Media Management and more. Attendees are asked to bring business cards and marketing materials. Registration is required and the cost is $35-$55. For more information, call 412-731-5159 or e-mail events@onyxwomannetwork.com.
Networking
ONGOING-The Triangle Chapter of Professional Referral Exchange will host its Meeting at 12 p.m. at Tambellini’s Restaurant, 139 7th St., Downtown. Each Tuesday PRE will host their weekly meetings that will feature one speaker from the group who will outline their area of expertise. Attendees are asked to bring business cards. For more information, call Eve Peterson at 412-761-8583 or visit www.prorefx.com.
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