Events

The future is here, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the business landscape. Imagine a business that anticipates customer needs, improves operations, and unlocks new levels of efficiency. This would be the power of AI! In this presentation, we'll explore how artificial intelligence is transforming businesses of all sizes, providing practical strategies and tools you can implement immediately. Join us for an engaging session where we'll explore real-world examples, discuss accessible AI tools, and provide insights to help you integrate AI into your business strategy. Don't miss out on this chance to unlock the potential of AI and drive your business forward!

Join us as we partner with the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council (EMSDC), and Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to help small and minority businesses prepare for business opportunities for the NFL Draft in 2026. Come learn the process to obtain MBE Certification (Minority Business Enterprise), WBE Certification (Women Business Enterprise), DBE Certification (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) and other certifications that could benefit your business. This session will provide details regarding the application, eligibility, and the required documentation

Capital is vital to any business whether it’s getting started or looking to grow. How you fund your business can have a huge impact on your operations and ability to take advantage of new opportunities. Join us as we partner with Huntington, who has helped many small business owners identify funding options for their businesses. Learn more about the Lift Local Program designed to help create additional opportunities for underserved businesses.

Join us as we partner with the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council (EMSDC), and Women’s Business Enterprise Center East (WBEC East) to help small and minority businesses prepare for business opportunities for the NFL Draft in 2026. Come learn the process to obtain MBE Certification (Minority Business Enterprise), WBE Certification (Women Business Enterprise), DBE Certification (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) and other certifications that could benefit your business. This session will provide details regarding the application, eligibility, and the required documentation.

Join us as we partner University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission, U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Small Business Administration, and R.L. Swearer. Come learn the process of how to increase your sales by reaching new markets overseas.

Join us as we partner with Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion and Pittsburgh Regional Transit to help qualified minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises (MWDBEs) prepare for business opportunities with the 2026 NFL Draft. Come learn the process to obtain Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification. This session will provide details regarding eligibility requirements, the application, Personal Net Worth (PNW) Statement, and required supporting documentation.

A business plan is a fundamental document that every entrepreneur should use to outline their business’s goals and plans to achieve them.
Join us as we partner with Huntington, who has helped many small business owners review, evaluate, and update their current business plan for their businesses. Learn more about the Operation HOPE an award-winning Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP), designed to help create additional opportunities for underserved businesses.

Join us to learn about the different types of insurance you should for your business and what types of insurance you should have for business opportunities.
Thursday, April 10, 2025. Our speaker is Danielle Howard, Owner, State Farm, Danielle Howard Agency, Inc.