Federal Contracting workshop
JAN. 25—U.S. Small Business Administration will host its Federal Contracting workshop from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Riverside Center for Innovation, 700 River Ave., North Side. The workshop will include an 8(a), HUBZone and Women Certifications. Minority and Women Business Owners, along with Veteran-owned businesses are encouraged to attend. It is free to the public and registration is required. For more information, call Marisa Fentzel at 412-395-6560 ext. 109 or Judith Kirby at ext. 123.
Networking
JAN. 25—The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will host its Networking event from 11:30a.m. -1:30 p.m. at the Regional Enterprise Tower, 425 Sixth Ave., Downtown. This event is designed for guest to learn more about the Chamber and the Chamber Foundation, membership benefits and the structure of programs. Registration is requested by Jan. 24 and a boxed lunch is included. For more information, call 412-392-0610.
Business workshop
JAN. 28—The Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce and the Enterprise Foundation will host the “I Have a Great Idea” Business Workshop from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 101 DoubleTree Dr., Greentree. Presenters will teach the components of a successful business idea, how to improve one’s chances of success and what are the next steps. Registration is required. For more information, call Sally Haas at 412-264-6270 or email info@paacc.com.
Social media
FEB. 1—SitaraSocial Marketing will host an Importance of Social Media seminar from 1-3 p.m. at the Waffle Shop, 124 S. Highland Ave., East Liberty. Denise Edwards will discuss the importance of utilizing social media to grow one’s business. Registration is requested. For more information, call 412-726-9423 or email denise@sitaramarketing.com.
Business series
FEB. 2—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 Your Taxes Online Using an IRS e-File Provider.” Tax Specialist Diana Smith, of the IRS, will answer any tax questions and walk workshop attendees through the entire process of how to file their various forms. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or email business@carnegielibrary.org.
Financial planning webinar
FEB. 8—Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement will host an Informational Webinar: Executive Certificate in Financial Planning Program from 12-1 p.m. This seminar will include comprehensive information about their program and answer any questions. The focus of the curriculum is technical aspects, practical application and, the ethics and professionalism of financial planning. Registration is required and the webinar is free. For more information, visit www.duq,edu/fp.
Lecture series
FEB. 8—Bethlehem Haven and PNC will host the Helping Women Helps the World lecture series at 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel, 510 Market St., Downtown. Executive coach and national consultant Leslie W. Braksick, PhD, will share her experiences in business and in life to inspire one’s world. Proceeds will benefit Bethlehem Haven. Registration is required and the cost is $25. For more information, call Jennifer Signore at 412-391-1348 ext. 222 or email jsignore@bethlehemhaven.org.
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