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SUMMARY:Accelerate Financial Management Program
DESCRIPTION:This five-part online series covers financial management for small businesses\, including budgeting and bookkeeping\,and more!\n\n\nAre you ready to take control of your business’s finances? We’re thrilled to announce our Accelerate Financial Management Program\, a comprehensive course designed to equip women entrepreneurs like you with the tools and knowledge needed to master financial management. \nSponsored by Community Bank\, OneGroup\, and Empire State Development\, and led by industry expert Chris Belna\, Owner of A La Carte Business Services and Arete HCM Solutions Inc\, this program covers everything from budgeting and bookkeeping to financial statements\, forecasting\, and building credit. \nThis five-part online series covers financial management for small businesses\, including budgeting and bookkeeping\, understanding and using financial statements\, creating a financial forecast\, and building your credit. These challenging sessions are hands-on and participatory\, so come ready to engage with your instructor and your peers. It’s organized as a cohort\, so you’ll sign up once for all five sessions. \n \nKey Information\n\nDates: May 27th\, June 3rd\, June 10th\, June 17th\, and June 24th\nSessions: Five total sessions. One session per week\, for 5 weeks\nTime: Each session is from 4:30 – 6:30 PM\nSession length: Each session is two hours long\nDuration: Five Weeks\nFormat: Five virtual sessions via Zoom\nCost: $25 price is kept low due to a generous donation from Community Bank\n1:1 direct no-cost technical assistance hours with a financial expert are available to all participants during this program\n\n \nWho is this program for?\nThis program is ideal for women who have an established business\, or are getting ready to launch their business. \nIt may not be as beneficial to people whose business is in the ideation stage [The ideation stage marks the initial phase of starting a business. Here\, entrepreneurs come up with a business idea and begin outlining what the business could look like before taking any additional formal steps to launch the business]. \n \nWhat You Will Learn\n \n\nLearn about budgeting and bookkeepingLearn about budgeting and bookkeeping and ideas and tips for your specific business.\nUtilize financial forecasts for your businessUse financial forecasts to understand the impacts of different approaches and see which path will be most profitable.\nUnderstand the main financial statementsLearn how to read a profit & loss statement\, balance sheet\, and cash flow statement for your business.\nCreate necessary pieces for financial reportingWalk away with a working understanding that will guide your business towards financial success.\n\n \nWhat to Expect\n \n\nPractical ContentYou’ll be able to apply what you’ve learned to your own business.\nChallenging MaterialIf you’re new to the topics\, this class may be challenging. You’ll be provided with a course book you can use to take notes and reference later. Be prepared to ask questions!\nSmall Group Learning EnvironmentCohort is capped at 20 seats to ensure each participant receives individual support.\nSessions are ParticipatoryCome ready to participate\, discuss concepts\, ask questions\, and apply your new knowledge to your own business.\n1:1 Technical AssistanceOption to meet with a financial expert to review your business finance questions and goals.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this program is designed to meet you where you are on your financial management journey. \n \nSpots are very limited so register early!\n\n\nMeet our instructor\, Chris Belna\n\n\n\nWith over 30 years of combined accounting and management knowledge\, Chris Belna is the visionary founder behind A La Carte Business Services and Arete HCM Solutions Inc. in Syracuse\, NY. \nA La Carte Business Services\, Chris and her adept team bring varied talents\, skills\, and hard work to improve financial operations\, making clients the highest priority and exceeding expectations for sustained growth – no matter what the goal! \nSimultaneously\, while Inspired by the Greek word arête\, meaning excellence in all things\, Arete HCM Solutions was built on a foundation of excellent service\, outstanding value\, and customized solutions in the Human Capital Management and Payroll industry. \nChris believes that accounting is not all about taxes. In fact\, it is actually more about knowing what your business needs to plan better\, operate better\, and grow stronger! Those results are born from well-designed management strategies and accounting systems\, efficient processes\, and accurate financials. \nOutside of her businesses she enjoys time with her family and her pups\, and is an avid researcher of all things related to living a better life! \n\n\nThe Accelerate Financial Management Program is sponsored by Community Bank\, OneGroup\, and Empire State Development.  \n\n\n\nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/accelerate-financial-management-program-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Funding Growth: Small Business Path to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Connect with local lenders and entrepreneurs to learn how to build a solid financial foundation and explore funding opportunities.\n\n\nDate & Time:Wednesday\, June 5\, 2025 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM \nLocation:Academic II\, Onondaga Community College (OCC) Campus \n \nEvent Description: \nJoin us for Funding Growth: Small Business Path to Capital\, a dynamic and informative event bringing together aspiring and established entrepreneurs with local lenders for an evening of connection\, learning\, and empowerment. This event is for both small business owners seeking capital and lenders looking to build relationships with potential borrowers in our community. Whether you’re launching or growing your business—or you’re a lender hoping to support local entrepreneurs—this event offers valuable insights into accessing funding and building a strong financial foundation for success. \n \nFor Small Business Owners:\n \n\nLearn what lenders look for when considering funding requests.\nExplore a variety of funding opportunities available in our region.\nParticipate in a informal mock pitch session\, where you’ll present your business idea and funding needs and receive direct feedback from real lenders.\nBuild relationships with local lenders who are eager to support small business success.\nLeave with actionable advice and new connections to move your business forward.\nIf you are registering as a business owner\, please select the business owner ticket\n\n \nFor Lenders & Financial Institutions:\nAs a valued local lender\, this is your chance to: \n\nIntroduce your services to a room full of entrepreneurs actively seeking capital.\nDemystify the lending process by providing live feedback during our informal\, interactive mock pitch session.\nConnect directly with small business owners at various stages of growth.\nGain pre- and post-event exposure — including having your contact information shared with attendees and recognition in event promotions.\nShowcase your commitment to supporting the local small business ecosystem.\nIf you are registering as a lender\, please select the lender ticket\n\nWe have space for up to 15 lenders to participate in the pitch and networking segments. \nWhether you’re a small business owner looking for funding or a lender looking to build relationships and support entrepreneurs\, this event is a unique opportunity to connect\, learn\, and grow — together. \n \nRegister now to secure your spot!\n________________________________________________________________________ \n \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker\, Tamika Otis\n \nTamika is a dedicated Corporate Responsibility and Community Relations Officer at KeyBank\, overseeing the Capital Region and Central New York markets. In her role\, she formulates and executes the bank’s community engagement strategy\, with a primary focus on upholding Community Reinvestment Act Regulatory ratings and compliance. Tamika actively builds and maintains relationships with community-based organizations\, charities\, and non-profits\, contributing to the bank’s local reputation. As a key member of the market leadership team\, she advises senior management on emerging CRA performance issues\, ensuring objectives are met and issues are addressed promptly. \nTamika’s impact extends to her involvement in the Black Women Give Foundation\, a charitable organization she co-founded. This foundation utilizes the collective giving model to fund impactful grants for grassroots non-profits serving communities of color in Philadelphia\, PA. Tamika also serves on the Board of Directors for the Upstate Minority Economic Alliance and WISE Women’s Business Center in Syracuse. \nA sought-after keynote speaker\, she shares her expertise in Entrepreneurship\, Economic Development\, Social Justice\, and Building Inclusive Workforces and Ecosystems. A proud mother of two sons and a “Dog Mom” to a Goldendoodle\, Tamika also enjoys traveling\, cooking\, writing\, and music. \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by KeyBank!\n\n\n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming your spot. If you do not see this email\, please check your email’s junk folder\, or the social and promotion tabs of your inbox (if applicable). \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/funding-growth-small-business-path-to-capital/
LOCATION:OCC Academic II (Performing Arts Centre)\, 4585 West Seneca Turnpike\, Syracuse\, NY 13215\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13215\, US
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SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, June 10th\, 2025\, 2-3 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-13/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250617T130000
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 17th\, 2025\, 12 – 1 PM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-65/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250715T120000
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SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, July 15th\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-14/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250717T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250717T103000
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, July 17th\, 2025\, 9:30 – 10:30 AM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-66/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250812T120000
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SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, August 12th\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-15/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250819T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, August 19th\, 2025\, 12 -1  PM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-67/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, September 16th\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-16/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, September 17th\, 2025\, 2 -3 PM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-68/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20250916T171412Z
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SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Thu\, Oct 9\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-17/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251014T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
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SUMMARY:WISE Economic Impact Forum - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Honoring 20 Years\, Shaping Tomorrow for CNY Women Entrepreneurs\n\nFor nearly two decades\, WISE has empowered women entrepreneurs\, fueling economic growth and innovation across Central New York. Join us in celebration as we recognize outstanding women entrepreneurs\, unveil key insights from the State of Women Business Owners in CNY report\, and inspire investment in the future of women-led businesses in our region. \n\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\n\n\nOn October 14\, 2025\, our community will celebrate the achievements of women entrepreneurs and shine a spotlight on their vital contributions to our regional economy. \nThis special event will feature an awards ceremony honoring outstanding women business owners as well as a presentation of the “State of Women Business Owners in Central New York” report. The audience will hear compelling stories from women entrepreneurs and learn about WISE’s 20-year legacy of supporting their journeys. \nThrough storytelling\, data\, and meaningful discussion\, this event will raise awareness\, deepen understanding of the local entrepreneurial landscape\, and engage the broader community in supporting the future of women-owned businesses in Central New York. Click HERE for more information!
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-economic-impact-forum/
LOCATION:Flaum Grand Hall – Whitman School of Management\, 721 University Ave\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13244\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251023T130000
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Thu\, Oct 23\, 2025\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-69/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251111T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251027T205124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T205124Z
UID:17139-1762862400-1762866000@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tues\, November 11th\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-18/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251027T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T204841Z
UID:17137-1763546400-1763550000@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Wed\, November 19th\, 2025\, 10:00 – 11:00 AM \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-70/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251209T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251111T215643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T215643Z
UID:17152-1765281600-1765285200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tues\, December 9th\, 2025\, 12-1 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-19/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251211T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251111T165236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T165236Z
UID:17150-1765461600-1765465200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Thu\, Dec 11\, 2025\, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-71/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251121T202851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T202851Z
UID:17158-1768305600-1768309200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, Jan 13\, 2026\, 12-1 PM ET \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-20/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260121T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260121T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251121T202520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T202520Z
UID:17156-1769004000-1769009400@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Wed\, Jan 21\, 2026\, 2:00 PM ET \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-72/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260126T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260109T164023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T201900Z
UID:17195-1769446800-1769452200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:The Lavender Ladies: Building a Thought Leadership Circle That Grows With You
DESCRIPTION:What if the secret to growing your business wasn’t doing more—but doing it together? \nJoin us for The Lavender Ladies: Building a Thought Leadership Circle That Grows With You\, an intimate evening of storytelling\, panel discussion\, and meaningful connection at The Brewster Inn in Cazenovia on Monday\, January 26 from 5-6:30PM. \nFour women farmers and founders—who met years ago and chose collaboration over competition—will share how they built a committed Mastermind that helps them troubleshoot challenges\, celebrate wins\, and keep moving forward as pace-partners. \nWhat to expect: \n• Inspiring founder stories \n• Moderated panel discussion (hosted by WISE) \n• Audience Q&A \n• Guided roundtable networking \n• Light appetizers \n• Cash bar \nAfter the event\, guests are welcome to stay and enjoy dinner on their own\, reserve a table directly with The Brewster Inn. \nIf you’re ready to think differently about who you have around your table—and how a Mastermind could support your personal and professional growth—this night is for you. \nTickets are limited. Reserve yours now. Click here for tickets
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/the-lavender-ladies-building-a-thought-leadership-circle-that-grows-with-you/
LOCATION:Brewster Inn\, 6 Ledyard Ave\, Cazenovia\, NY\, 13035
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251209T162614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T162614Z
UID:17167-1770289200-1770294600@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing 101 with Maisha Walker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to digital marketing for small businesses with Maisha Walker from Message Medium\n\n\nThu\, Feb 5\, 2026\, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n \nJoin us for an introduction to digital marketing for small businesses with Maisha Walker from Message Medium. \nLocation: Zoom \n \nAre you clueless about SEO? Does content marketing and social media seem overwhelming? With 4.5 billion internet users out there\, it’s clear that reaching people online makes sense because that’s where people are. But how to do it is what keeps many small business owners scratching their heads. \nIn this session\, you will learn digital marketing basics including what SEO is and how it works\, how to select the channels that make sense for your business\, and the essential tools that you need to reach your audience online. We’ll discuss how to measure the effectiveness of your digital marketing so that you stay on track toward your sales goals. In this fast moving digital first world\, don’t let your business get left behind. Sign up now! \n\n\nZoom Access Instructions\n \nYour Eventbrite confirmation email will include a link to the Zoom registration form. After you enter your name and email on that form\, Zoom will automatically send you another email with the link to join the session. \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements. \n\n\n\nAbout Maisha Walker\n \nMaisha Walker is the Founder and President of Message Medium\, a digital marketing agency that helps new and reinvested brands harness the power of digital to create a dynamic\, visible\, and profitable presence online. She has been creating websites and digital marketing campaigns for more than 29 years. Maisha has worked on digital marketing campaigns with Mars Chocolate\, Columbia University\, Unilever\, WJ Detusch (the owner of Yellow Tail wines)\, NBA player Kyle Lowry\, Save the Children and more. Maisha is a featured online columnist with Inc. Magazine\, and a 1994 graduate of Princeton University.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/digital-marketing-101-with-maisha-walker/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260107T192756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192756Z
UID:17193-1770897600-1770910200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Thu\, Feb 12\, 2026\, 12:00 – 1:30 PM \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-73/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260107T192640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192640Z
UID:17191-1771329600-1771333200@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, Feb 17\, 2026\, 12:00 PM \nVia Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n \nLocation: Zoom \n\n\nYou will receive an email from Eventbrite confirming registration after you have done so. The Zoom link for the event will be emailed 2 hours before the start of the event.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-21/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260130T210507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T210507Z
UID:17222-1771848000-1771851600@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Power Hour: Help Wanted (and Kept!): The Real Talk on Hiring and Retention
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to find and keep good employees? Join us for a conversation about practical recruiting and retention strategies!\n\n\nWhen: Mon\, Feb 23\, 2026\, 12:00 PM \nLocation: Zoom (and streamed live on Facebook). \n \nFormat\nAn informal\, interview-style conversation with one of our WISE Small Business Counselors\, where small business owners hear directly from experts on topics relevant to their current challenges and interests. \n \nTopic\nStruggling to find qualified candidates? Finding it even harder to keep good employees once you hire them? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common challenges we’re hearing from small business owners across Central New York. \nJoin WISE Business Counselor Barb Stone for a conversation with Lisa Martin-Garlic\, Founder of M&L Recruiting and Director of Operations at Rover.com. We’ll address the questions that keep you up at night: \n\nWhere do you find qualified candidates in today’s tight labor market?\nHow can small businesses compete with larger employers on compensation and benefits?\nWhat actually makes employees stay versus leave?\nHow do you build a workplace culture that attracts talent on a limited budget?\nWhat are practical\, cost-effective retention strategies that work?\n\nThis is a conversation\, not a presentation. We’ll tackle real challenges with practical insights you can apply in your business. \n\n\nAbout the WISE Power Hour\nThe WISE Power Hour is a monthly virtual roundtable designed specifically for entrepreneurs. Each session focuses on a unique\, timely topic led by an expert in the field\, with moderation provided by a WISE advisor or counselor. This interactive format encourages questions and discussion\, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. \nWe understand the demanding schedules of entrepreneurs\, so sessions are conveniently held during the lunch hour\, and recordings are available afterward on our Facebook page. Topics are carefully selected to align with current business trends and the needs of our WISE clients. \nWhether you’re looking to stay informed\, find solutions\, or connect with other people in business\, the WISE Power Hour offers insights and inspiration in a format that works for you. \n\n\n___________________________________________________________________ \nThe Zoom link is emailed before the event by wisecenter@syr.edu.\n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements. \n\n\nAbout Lisa Martin-Garlic:\nLisa has over 15 years of experience in talent acquisition and operations. As Founder of M&L Recruiting and Director of Operations at Rover.com (following the acquisition of GoodPup\, where she served as Co-Founder and COO)\, Lisa has built and scaled teams across startup and established companies. Her expertise in full-cycle recruiting\, retention strategies\, and building strong workplace cultures makes her an ideal resource for small business owners navigating today’s hiring challenges.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/power-hour-help-wanted-and-kept-the-real-talk-on-hiring-and-retention/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260217T220238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T220249Z
UID:17258-1773144000-1773147600@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:WISE WBC Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about WISE Women’s Business Center and our services? Join us for an orientation.\n\n\nWhen: Tue\, Mar 10\, 2026\, 12 – 1 PM \nLocation: Zoom \n \nWISE is one of over 150 Women’s Business Centers in the US. WISE is funded in part by the Small Business Administration\, and hosted by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. We are located in the heart of Central New York\, Syracuse. \nWISE helps people start and grow their own businesses. WISE offers free business counseling and targeted training sessions to encourage strategy and access to smart resources and capital. \nThis orientation will cover WISE services\, what you can expect from these services\, and how we can help! We will give an overview of the center\, personnel\, resources available\, and other information to help you navigate our services. \nWho should attend? People in the greater CNY and Upstate NY area looking to start a business\, or seeking help in growing their existing business \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/wise-wbc-orientation-22/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260316T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260413T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260122T144158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T172254Z
UID:17217-1773678600-1776105000@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Accelerate: Financial Management Series - Class is full. APPLICATION CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Learn financial management fundamentals to manage your business and plan for the future! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis five-part online series covers financial management for small businesses\, including budgeting and bookkeeping\, understanding and using financial statements\, creating a financial forecast\, and building your credit. These challenging sessions are hands-on and participatory\, so come ready to engage with your instructor and your peers. It’s organized as a cohort\, so you’ll sign up once for all five sessions. \nThis is an accelerated class intended for existing business owners currently generating revenue. It is recommended that you have been in business for at least 6 months. The class is not appropriated for new entrepreneurs who have not yet launched or started generating regular revenue. \n1:1 direct no-cost technical assistance hours with a financial expert are available to all participants during this program. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpring 2026 session starts March 16 \nClasses meet online via Zoom – Mondays\, 4:30-6:30pm  \n\n\n 
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/accelerate-financial-management-series-application-open/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T141500
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260205T220012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T220013Z
UID:17234-1773909000-1773929700@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:2026 Madison County Small Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:March 19\, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 2:15 PM | Charlton Hall\, SUNY Morrisville \nWhether you’re running an established business\, just starting out\, or thinking about making the leap\, the Small Business Summit is coming to Madison County on March 19\, 2026 at SUNY Morrisville. \nA wide range of topics will be covered to suit all types of businesses including: \n• Access to capital and lending \n• Marketing strategies that work \n• Hiring and managing your team \n• Government contracting \n• Legal and regulatory updates \n• Grant opportunities \n• Technology tools for your business \n• Insurance essentials \nNew this year: Free professional headshots throughout the day—perfect for your website or business materials. \nThe day includes practical workshops\, roundtable discussions with experienced business owners\, and plenty of time to network.\n \nLunch keynote: Learn what Micron’s expansion means for small businesses across our region. \nThe Summit is organized by the Madison County Rural Equity Group—local\, state\, and national partners supporting small business\, including The HUB\, North Central SBDC\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, SUNY Morrisville\, SCORE Central NY\, WISE Women’s Business Center\, and Madison County. \n  \n\n\nSeats are limited\, so register early. \nRegistration: $25 | Includes lunch\, refreshments\, and materials
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/2026-madison-county-small-business-summit/
LOCATION:SUNY Morrisville\, Charlton Hall\, Chenango St\, Morrisville\, NY\, 13408
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260319T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20251209T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T163356Z
UID:17170-1773918000-1773923400@wisecenter.org
SUMMARY:Leverage Email Marketing Strategy & Software with Maisha Walker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to email marketing strategies and software for small businesses with Maisha Walker from Message Medium\n\n\nThu\, March 19\, 2026\, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n \nJoin us for an introduction to email marketing strategies and software for small businesses with Maisha Walker from Message Medium. \nLocation: Zoom \n \nWho said email marketing was dead? In fact\, it is still one of the best ways to reach your customers and prospects\, if done the right way. Maisha Walker\, an expert in digital marketing\, discusses how to get great results out of email marketing. From creating and growing a list to the subject line\, content\, and call-to-action\, you can put email marketing to work for you to attract and retain customers. \n\n\nZoom Access Instructions\n \nYour Eventbrite confirmation email will include a link to the Zoom registration form. After you enter your name and email on that form\, Zoom will automatically send you another email with the link to join the session. \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements. \n\n\n\nAbout Maisha Walker\n \nMaisha Walker is the Founder and President of Message Medium\, a digital marketing agency that helps new and reinvested brands harness the power of digital to create a dynamic\, visible\, and profitable presence online. She has been creating websites and digital marketing campaigns for more than 29 years. Maisha has worked on digital marketing campaigns with Mars Chocolate\, Columbia University\, Unilever\, WJ Detusch (the owner of Yellow Tail wines)\, NBA player Kyle Lowry\, Save the Children and more. Maisha is a featured online columnist with Inc. Magazine\, and a 1994 graduate of Princeton University.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/leverage-email-marketing-strategy-software-with-maisha-walker/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260325T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T080219
CREATED:20260217T214120Z
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SUMMARY:Building Blocks for Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business!\n\n\nWhen: Wed\, Mar 25\, 2026\, 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nLocation: Zoom \n \nJoin us for an introduction to entrepreneurship and starting a business! Learn the basic ideas on determining a need in the marketplace\, target marketing\, unique selling points\, and building your support team. \n \n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.  \n \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/building-blocks-for-starting-your-business-74/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Accelerate: Business Plan Intensive - CLASS IS FULL. APPLICATION IS CLOSED.
DESCRIPTION:Develop a comprehensive business plan to confidently move your business forward! \nOver 10 weeks of hands-on interactive sessions\, ABPI expert instructors will guide you through refining your business concept\, forecasting your future financials\, creating detailed plans for operations\, and developing your business pitch. \nSpring 2026: April 8 – June 10 \nClick here for more info and to apply!
URL:https://wisecenter.org/event/accelerate-business-plan-intensive-applications-now-open-2/
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