Partnership Appreciation
JULY 31—UPMC will host its Annual Partnership Appreciation Event from 6-8 p.m. at the UPMC Shadyside Herberman Conference Center, 5150 Centre Ave., Shadyside. Registration is required. For more information, email engagement@UPMC.edu.
Golf Outing
AUG. 4—The Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council will host a Golf Outing at Quicksilver Golf Club, Midway, Pa. This is a networking opportunity for corporate representatives and Minority Business Enterprises. There will be an awards dinner. Registration is required. For more information, call Meg Crossan at 412-391-4423 or email meg@e-msdc.org.
Small Business Basics
AUG. 7—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship and SCORE Pittsburgh will host a “Small Business Basics” workshop from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Chatham University, Eden Hall Campus, 6035 Ridge Rd., Gibsonia, Pa. This workshop is for women interested in starting their own business or expanding their current one. Industry experts will discuss business planning, financing, bookkeeping, marketing and legal issues pertaining to small business. A continental breakfast will be available at 9 a.m. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-365-1253 or visit www.chatham.edu/cwe/events/sbb/index/cfm.
Lunch & Learn
AUG. 7—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host its Lunch & Learn Series at 12:15 p.m. at the Downtown & Business Branch, 612 Smithfield St., Downtown. The topic will be “Combating the High Costs of Low Morale.” Robert O’Friel, of O’Friel Consulting, will discuss ways to combat low morale to minimize financial impacts, reduced costs and improve one’s overall bottom line. Seating is limited. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
First Step Workshop
AUG. 7—Duquesne University’s Small Business Development Center will host its “First Step: Business Start-Up Essentials” Workshop from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Duquesne University, Rockwell Hall, 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. This is for new business start-ups and entrepreneurs without previous business experience. There will be a discussion on topics such as business structure and formation, employee issues, insurance, financing options and much more. Also, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with a business consultant. This workshop is free and registration is required. For more information, visit www.sbdc.duq.edu.
Brown Bag Lunch Series
AUG. 20—Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania will host its Brown Bag Lunch Series from 12-1 p.m. at the Volunteers of America of Pa headquarters, 1650 Main St., Pittsburgh. The topic will be “Media Marketing” facilitated by Ola Jackson of the Onyx Women Network. This is a celebration of Black Business Month and an opportunity for attendees to learn how to build their voice in the Pittsburgh market from Jackson, a business veteran. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-782-5344.
Technology Show
AUG. 21—Toshiba Business Solutions will host its Technology Show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Heinz Field, 100 Art Rooney Ave., North Shore. This is an opportunity to see how one’s company can improve core business processes. Former Pittsburgh Steeler Chris Hoke will be the special guest. Registration is required by Aug. 14. For information, call Chris Colaianni at 412-973-6328 or email Chris.Colaianni@tbs.toshiba.com.
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