Résumé Writing
SEPT. 20— The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host “Getting Connected: Résumé Writing at 2:30 p.m. at the Downtown & Business Branch, 612 Smithfield St., Downtown. This session will cover everything one needs to know about résumés, from current formatting trends to getting them to one’s potential employer. There will also be a demonstration of RésuméMaker, the library’s résumé designing database. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
My Business Startup
SEPT. 22— The Center for Women Entrepreneurs at Chatham University will host the My Business Startup Seminar from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Chatham University, Woodland Rd., Shadyside. This 12-week program is designed for women entrepreneurs in the stages of starting their businesses. This program includes interactive business planning class sessions, one-on-one consulting; and a one-year membership to the Center. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-365-1253.
Members’ Mixer
SEPT. 30—The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will host its Members’ Mixer from 5-7 p.m. at the Pittsburgh Services Inc. Environment & Energy Community Outreach, East Liberty Boulevard, East Liberty. This is an opportunity to visit the Pittsburgh Community Services’ new EECO center while networking with members. Attendees are asked to bring their business cards. Reservations are required by Sept. 26. For more information, call 412-392-0610 or email information@aaccwp.com.
Business Growth Program
OCT. 1—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. 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.
African American/Latino Roundtable
OCT. 7—Talk Magazine will host its 2014 African American /Latino Roundtable at the Hilton Hotel in Harrisburg. Topics will include Healthcare, Housing Assistance, Immigration and Job Training. This is a free event and free transportation to and from Harrisburg is available. For more information, email talk.events@ljspublishing.com or visit www.talkmagazinepa.com.
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