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SUMMARY:Networking Happy Hour- Introduction to Certification
DESCRIPTION:Join the Women’s Business Center in Nashville for the monthly Happy Hour Networking event on the first Tuesday of the month from 4-7pm.  This month will be an Introduction to Certification.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/networking-happy-hour-introduction-to-certification/
LOCATION:WB Collective Nashville\, 613 Ewing Ave.\, Second Floor\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Intro to Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:This lunch and learn will be an introduction to government contracting including registrations\, certifications\, how to look for bidding opportunities presented by Debbie Barber of TN APEX Accelerator (formerly TN PTAC). This event will be hybrid\, so you may choose to attend the class portion via zoom or in person.  The zoom will begin at 11am and end around noon. At noon\, those in person can stay for lunch and networking. Registration is required and will close at 10am on Monday\, September 25th\, so that lunches may be ordered. 
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/intro-to-government-contracting/
LOCATION:WB Collective Nashville\, 613 Ewing Ave.\, Second Floor\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How Do I Get a Loan with SBA\, USDA and/or AgLaunch
DESCRIPTION:Join the WBC Nashville for a Lunch and Learn. From 11am until noon\, representatives from SBA\, USDA\, and AgLaunch will be presenting information on getting loans through their programs.  This portion of the program can be attended virtually or in person.  After the presentation\, those attending in person will have the opportunity to have lunch and network.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/lunch-and-learn-how-do-i-get-a-loan-with-sba-usda-and-or-aglaunch/
LOCATION:WB Collective Nashville\, 613 Ewing Ave.\, Second Floor\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T080000
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SUMMARY:Powerhouse Panel & Pitches Competition\, co-hosted by WBC Nashville and SCORE Nashville
DESCRIPTION:Challenge yourself to pitch your business in the second annual Powerhouse Panels and Pitches\, Nashville’s premier women’s pitch competition. If you are a woman in business in Tennessee this is your chance\, join SCORE Nashville and the WBC (Women’s Business Center) Nashville for this FREE opportunity to pitch your company and win $5\,000!  You do not have to pitch to attend. Join us to be inspired\, create opportunities\, build your network\, and connect with small business resources. Up to 60 Owners of women-owned Tennessee businesses can participate in a first round 90-second pitch to a panel of judges. The judges will narrow the morning pitches to 10 finalists who will then present a 3-minute pitch to the judges in the afternoon. \n\n1st Place                   $5\,000\n2nd Place                  $3\,000\n3rd Place                   $1\,500\n\nWinners must be present to receive their award. \nRegister NOW because this is a “first come first serve” opportunity with a limited availability of 60 pitch slots. \nOnce you register for the event\, an email with a link to the Competition Registration will be sent to you. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SECOND REGISTRATION TO BE ENTERED IN THE COMPETITION. The competition is limited to 60 participants. \nIn the event all slots are full\, you will be notified of your waitlist status.  \nTo compete\, your company must: \n\nHave an EIN (Employer ID Number) issued by the IRS. If you do not have one\, go to irs.gov\, complete the questionnaire and receive your EIN while online\, and\nBe 51% or more woman owned.\n\n**Registrants CANNOT pitch for more than one business and cannot be involved with more than one business participating in the pitch competition.** \nA free box lunch will be provided.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/powerhouse-panel-pitches-competition-co-hosted-by-wbc-nashville-and-score-nashville/
LOCATION:Lipscomb University Swang Business Center\, 4 University Park Drive\, Nashville\, TN\, 37204
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SUMMARY:Powerhouse Panel & Pitches: How to Pitch Without Fainting
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations\, you have your pitch written and you have practiced it in front of your mirror but you get butterflies and your hands sweat at the thought of standing in front of anyone or a group and pitching your business. This is the workshop for you! \nIn this one-hour workshop learn the tips\, tricks and techniques to help you present with confidence. \nThis workshop is a part of a series of events recommended for all registrants who will be participating in the Powerhouse Pitch Competition on July 28th. \nFor complete details and to register for any of the events in this series\, visit score.org/nashville. \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION: NO Registration after 6/26/2023 at 11:59 pm.** \nYour Instructor: Mytecia Miles \nA native of Detroit\, MI\, Mytecia Myles is a creative\, bold\, and innovative leader. She is the Founder and Global Head of PR and Strategic Communications at Supernatural Success\, LLC.\, a PR & communications consulting firm\, specializing in literary and wellness travel brands. Myles is a media consultant\, professional speaker\, editor\, producer\, and writer. She is an alumna of S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communication\, Syracuse University\, Wayne State University\, Michigan College of Beauty\, Michigan Institute of Natural Health\, the Travel Institute\, and Michigan Paralegal Institute. She has studied Radio\, Television & Film at WSU\, Detroit Filmmakers Coalition\, and Broadcast Journalism at Central State University. \nMytecia is an adjunct professor at Belmont University\, Department of Public Relations in Nashville\, TN. Mytecia is a woman of Faith and serves wholeheartedly as a licensed minister at First Baptist Church Murfreesboro. She has two brilliant daughters and a supportive family. Her personal journey of faith\, healing\, wellness\, transformation\, entrepreneurship\, and restoration is inspiring to others. \nAny workshop materials will be sent within 48 hours following the event. \nRegistered attendees will be notified of any changes or cancellations.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/powerhouse-panel-pitches-how-to-pitch-without-fainting/
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SUMMARY:Powerhouse Panel & Pitches: Creating a 90-Second Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Build your 90-second elevator pitch and hone your skills with sound bites that quickly describe the most exciting information about you\, your business\, and your team. In this FREE workshop\, we will cover how to identify what information to share to get others to quickly understand and be eager to work with you. \nThis workshop is a part of a series of events recommended for all registrants who will be participating in the Powerhouse Pitch Competition on July 28th. \nDon’t forget to register for the next in the series “How to Create a 3-minute Business Pitch” on June 13th. \nFor complete details and to register for any of the events in this series\, visit score.org/nashville. \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION: NO Registration after 6/7/2023 at 11:59 pm.** \nYour Instructor: Anna-Vija McClain \nFounder/CEO Piccolo Solutions. Over her 18 year career in hospitality and business management\, Anna-Vija has become an expert in small business efficiency and growth. Working with small business and entrepreneurs\, her company Piccolo Marketing helps companies grow with comprehensive strategy and execution. Using these skills\, Anna-Vija has grown the business to $500\,000 in under 5 years! Anna-Vija is a public speaker\, coach\, and SCORE Mentor. \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION: NO Registration after 6/7/2023 at 11:59 pm.** \nAny workshop materials will be sent within 48 hours following the event. \nRegistered attendees will be notified of any changes or cancellations.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/powerhouse-panel-pitches-creating-a-90-second-pitch/
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SUMMARY:March Coffee Talk with Mridu\, Productivity & Time Management Coach
DESCRIPTION:If you crave focus and structure in your life and business\, join us for a casual conversation over coffee. We’ll talk about how to end procrastination\, be less scattered and start mastering your time and energy.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/march-coffee-talk-with-mridu-productivity-time-management-coach/
LOCATION:WB Collective Nashville\, 613 Ewing Ave.\, Second Floor\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:WBC Nashville
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