MyBusiness Growth
FEB. 5—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will host its MyBusiness Growth Program from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Chatham University Eden Hall Campus, 6035 Ridge Rd., Gibsonia, Pa. This five-session entrepreneurial growth program is customized for women business owners who are looking to strategically position their businesses for growth and expansion. The sessions are interactive and include consulting. For more information, visit www.chatham.edu/cwe
Tax Program
FEB. 9—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host Getting Ready to File at 6:30 p.m. at its Squirrel Hill Branch, 5801 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. Diana Smith, an IRS tax consultant, will discuss recent changes and updates in personal and business taxation that can save individuals money when they file their taxes. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
Inclusion Series
FEB. 11—Vibrant Pittsburgh will host its Inclusion Best Practices Series from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at Point Park University, Lawrence Hall, 212 Wood St., Downtown. The event will feature a discussion with Nigel Telman, partner at Proskauer Rose LLP and leader of Proskauer’s Midwest Employment & Labor Practices. The topic of the series will be “Understanding the Difference Between Affirmative Action and Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives-A Practical Approach.” The series will feature high-profile companies who will share their stories and best practices on a range of diversity and inclusion topics. Registration is required. For more information, call Silvia Boselli at 412-281-8600 ext. 206 or email silviab@vibrantpittsburgh.org.
Lunch & Learn
FEB. 12—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 “What’s New in Federal Tax Credits.” IRS Tax Consultant Patrick Price will review recent changes and updates to federal tax credits. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
Women Breakfast Series
FEB. 13—Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will host its Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series from 8-9:30 a.m. at Chatham University, James Laughlin Music Hall, Woodland Rd., Shadyside. Regina Koetters, founder and CEO of Marty’s Market LLC, will be the special guest and speak on the topic, “Unlikely Entrepreneur: The Intersection of Life Experiences, Food, and a Drive to Succeed.” She will share what being an officer in the Navy has taught her about building a business, what starting a company has taught her about building a business, what starting a company has taught her about commanding a ship, and what they both have to teach individuals about entrepreneurship. Reservations are required and breakfast is served at 7:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.chatham.edu/cwe/events/wblbseries.
Lunch & Learn
FEB. 19—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 E-File Your Federal Return.” Diana Smith, an IRS tax consultant, will discuss the many benefits of using the IRS e-file to file one’s federal return for free. For more information, call 412-281-7141 or visit www.carnegielibrary.org.
PowerBreakfast Meeting
FEB. 20—The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will host its PowerBreakfast Meeting at 7:30 a.m. at One Oxford Centre. 301 Grant St., Downtown. The guest speaker will be Port Authority of Allegheny County Chief Executive Officer Ellen McLean. She will update guests on Port Authority’s activities, new initiatives and how business owners can engage in doing business with them. Reservations are requested by Feb. 18. For more information, call 412-392-0610.
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