Lunch & Learn
NOV. 6—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 “How to start a small business using A to Z Databases.” Christine Smailys, of A to Z Databases, will facilitate this seminar, in the form of a webinar. She will demonstrate ways entrepreneurs and businesses can utilize data from the library business A to Z Databases to start and grow their business. Interested individuals can join in-person or dial in. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
Business Growth Program
NOV. 12—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will host its My Business Growth Program from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Chatham University, Woodland Rd., Shadyside. The topic is “Marketing for Growth.” This is an entrepreneurial growth program customized for women business owners looking to strategically position their businesses for growth and expansion. It includes interactive class sessions, one-on-one consulting and a one-year membership to The Center. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-365-1253.
Business Technology Conference
NOV. 13—Duquesne University Small Business Development Center will host the 9th Annual PA Business Technology Conference from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Duquesne University, Duquesne Union, 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. The conference is designed to equip companies with the information needed to make smart technology decisions that will enhance their profitability, productivity and market adaptability. The day’s events include a breakfast, a lunch, a tradeshow, and workshops on e-commerce, social media, email, marketing and technology, and more. Reservations are required. For more information, call 412-396-1633 or visit www.duq.edu/sdbc.
Women’s Breakfast Series
NOV. 14—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will host its Leadership Breakfast Series from 8-9:30 a.m. at the James Laughlin Music Center, Woodland Road, Shadyside. The topic will be “Educating Consumers on the Value of Your Business: Strategies for Growth.” Carla Castagnero, co-founder of AgRecycle, will discuss how she grew her small startup into an industry leader in composting. A continental breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. Registration is required. For more information, email pdecker@chatham.edu.
Business Seminar
NOV. 19—The University of Pittsburgh’s Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence will host “The Age of Context and What Does Trust Have to Do With It” from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at the University of Pittsburgh, Mervis Hall, Roberto Clemente Drive, Oakland. Robert Scoble and Shel Israel will be the guest speakers. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-648-5678.
Brown Bag Lunch Series
NOV. 19—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. Nate Dunlap of Toastmasters will facilitate an interactive workshop designed to teach how a proper pitch can generate more business. He will give techniques to boost credibility, calmness and confidence, how to create a focused step-by-step pitch, and interaction skills that will make conversations easier. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-782-5344 ext. 209 or email volunteersofamerica@voapa.org.
Lunch & Learn
NOV. 20—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 “Power Mingling: Make Office Party Season Work for You.” Karen Litzinger, of Litzinger Career Consulting, will teach strategic networking tips for social settings to enhance one’s professional image, business development and their own professional development. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
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