Entrepreneur’s Growth Conference
JUNE 5—Duquesne University’s Small Business Development Center will host its 16th Annual Entrepreneur’s Growth Conference at 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. There will be 15 different breakout workshop sessions, a Meet the Expert luncheon, a business trade show and a keynote address from Stan Sheetz, chairman of the board for Sheetz will share his story of “Finding and Celebrating Success: What I Have Learned Along the Way.” This is for entrepreneurs who are just starting out as well as those looking to grow their companies. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-396-1633 or visit www. duq.edu/sbdc.
Members’ Mixer
JUNE 5—The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will host its Members’ Mixer from 5-7 p.m. at Community College of Allegheny County, Byer Hall, 808 Ridge Ave., North Shore. The host will be the new president Quintin Bullock. Guests must wear a pin and bring business cards. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-392-0610 or email information@aaccwp.com.
First Step
JUNE 6—The University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence will host its “The First Step: Mechanics of Starting A Small Business’ from 7:30-10 a.m. at the University of Pittsburgh, Mervis Hall, Oakland. Individuals interested in starting a business will learn the basics, such as exploring the size of one’s market, what marketing tools are needed to attract customers and more. There will be an additional workshop on June 20 entitled “The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan.” For more information, call 412-648-1542.
Open House
JUNE 9—Chatham University’s Center for Entrepreneurship will host an Open House from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Chatham University, the Mellon Board Room, Woodland Rd., Shadyside. Interested guests will have the opportunity to meet with staff, facilitators and past participants while learning about their services for women business owners and women in business. The program is for women in all stages of business. This event is free and registration is requested. For more information, call 412-365-1253 or visit www. Chatham.edu/cwe/events/openhouse.
Lunch and Learn Series
JUNE 15—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Downtown & Business Branch will host its Lunch and Learn Series at 12:15 p.m. at 612 Smithfield St., Downtown. The topic will be “Small Business Research.” Rachel Masilamani, of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, will facilitate this comprehensive seminar for individuals interested in stating a business sin Pennsylvania. Attendees will learn how the library can help one open their business. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or email downtown@carnegielibrary.org.
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