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 e-mail 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.
Brown bag lunch
FEB. 8—The Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania will host its Brown Bag Lunch Series from 12-1 p.m. at 150 Main St., Sharpsburg. Jennifer Reissaus, of Advertising Specialties Alliance, will present the topic of “Free Technology Tools for Better Engagement, Efficiency and Cost Control.” She will discuss how to increase one’s productivity for less by with the use of free and affordable programs. For more information, call 412-782-5344 ext. 209 or e-mail volunteersofamerica@voapa.org.
Business series
FEB. 9—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 “Federal Tax Credits-Which Ones Can You Claim?” Tax Specialist Patrick N. Price, of the IRS, will explain the basics of each credit, so that one can determine which ones apply them. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or e-mail business@carnegielibrary.org.
Breakfast series
FEB. 10—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will host its Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series from 7:30-9 a.m. at the University’s James Laughlin Music Hall, Woodland Road, Oakland. The topic is “Re-Inventing and Growing A One-Product Company.” Christine Robbins, CEO of BodyMedia Inc., will discuss how her company found a strategy to take a single product and leverage it for year-over-year growth. The cost is $25 and reservations are required. For more information, call 412-365-1253.
Bidding seminar
FEB. 16—Duquesne University’s Small Business Development Center will host its Responsible and Responsive Bidding Seminar from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the University’s Rockwell Hall, 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. The workshop will discuss the key elements in putting together a comprehensive bid for any company that estimates and bids on contracting opportunities. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.sbdc.duq.edu.
Networking Mixer
FEB. 16—Classic Events! will host a Black History Month Networking Mixer at 5:30 p.m. at Hosanna House, 807 Wallace Ave., Wilkinsburg. The mixer is to introduce and connect a variety of businesses and organizations to the diverse business market. Vendors will be on hand and space is available. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-723-2414 or e-mail yourclassicevent@yahoo.com.
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