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Upcoming Events

  • Dec
    10

    Shop the Holiday Gift Guide!

    06:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    Shop Local this Holiday Season, Discover unique services, gifts, goods, and health & wellness offerings from our talented CWE members! This guide is your go-to resource for finding meaningful holiday gifts while supporting local women-owned businesses. Holiday Shopping Guide
  • Jan
    06

    The Business of Child Care Start-Up - Application

    08:00 AM -
    The Business of Child Care Start-Up The Business of Child Care is a free application-based entrepreneurial training program for start-up child care providers located within the Greater Pittsburgh region, facilitated by the Center for Women's Entrepreneurship at Chatham University (CWE) in partnership with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) and Invest PGH.
    Financial support provided by the Hillman Foundation.
    Additional funding provided through the SBA Congressional Community Project.

    Through an application process, up to 20 start-up child care providers will receive admission to The Business of Child Care, an intensive eight-week training program designed to prepare entrepreneurs to launch child care businesses.

    The Business of Child Care Program Timeline:
    - January 6 , 2025: Application Open
    - January 13 , 2025: Information Session.Click Here
    - February 3, 2025: Application Close
    - February 10, 2025: The Business of Child Care Start-Up Cohort Finalized & Notified
    - February 20, 2025: First Session for The Business of Child Care Start-up Fall Program.

    The Business of Child Care Start-Up Spring Program will run on Thursday evenings from 6:00-8:00 PM from February 20 to April 10, 2025. The program will consist of three in-person sessions and five online sessions via Zoom. In-person sessions will be on February 20, March 20 and April 10 will be held at Chatham University Eastside Building. Applicants are expected to attend all the sessions. Required: Zoom capable device and internet access to participate.

    To view the syllabus for the Business of Child Care Start-up Program: CLICK HERE!

    More Information and Application will be available on January 6, 2025.
  • Jan
    13

    The Business of Child Care Information Session - Online

    06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
    Join Center for Women's Entrepreneurship for an informative session on The Business of Child Care Start-Up, a free, application-based entrepreneurial training program designed for start-up child care providers in the Allegheny and Surrounding Counties region.

    Facilitated by the Center for Women's Entrepreneurship at Chatham University (CWE) in partnership with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) and Invest PGH.
    Financial support provided by the Hillman Foundation.
    Additional funding provided through the SBA Congressional Community Project.

    Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the application process and what the program can offer you!

    To register for the Information Session, Click Here!
  • Jan
    16

    CWE Open House - In-Person

    09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Come meet the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship (CWE) staff in-person and learn about our programs for entrepreneurs and small business owners, including free business counseling and technical assistance, business resources, training programs and membership. Light refreshments provided. Free parking.

    Agenda:
    9:30 – 10:00AM: Networking & Refreshments
    10:00 - 10:30AM: CWE Introduction, Programming & Membership
    10:30 - 10:45AM: CWE Member Success Story, Dr. Renee Galloway, owner & founder of Sweet Inspirations, LLC
    Renee is an Author, Mentor, Speaker, and Personal & Professional Coaching Workshop Facilitator
    10:45 – 11:00AM: Networking and Tour of Prototyping & Design Lab

    To register for the Open House, CLICK HERE!
  • Feb
    05

    Webinar: Selling Your Business is Hard! How to Ensure Your Business is Ready When You Are Ready

    12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
    Three out of four business sales don't close. One of the primary reasons is because owners don't take the time to prepare for their exit. Owners who have run a successful business assume that the buyer only cares about how profitable it is, but that is only the tip of the iceberg. This webinar will help you think about your business like a buyer will be thinking about it during the sale process so that when the time comes, you will be prepared. This webinar is part of CWE's new "How to Grow" series, focusing on support for existing businesses who are looking to scale and expand their offerings.

    Speaker:
    Matthew Caiazza, Managing Director, Matthew Thomas Advisors
    To register for the Webinar, CLICK HERE!
  • Feb
    18

    Unlock the Power of SEO: A Beginner’s Guide to Optimizing Your Website

    12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
    Ready to grow your online presence and attract more customers? Join Sarah Mayer, partner and owner at Shift Collaborative for a crash course on the basics of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). This talk is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn how to make your website visible to search engines, improve your local rankings, and leverage the latest SEO trends for 2025. With actionable tips and beginner-friendly tools, this session will empower you to boost your online visibility.

    Speaker:
    Sarah Mayer, Owner and Partner, Shift Collaborative
    To register for the Webinar, CLICK HERE!
  • Feb
    19

    Concept to Launch - Online

    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    "Concept to Launch" is a 6-week entrepreneurial training program for entrepreneurs in the early stages of starting a business.

    Dates: Six Wednesday evenings from 6-8 PM starting on February 19th and ending on March 26th.

    The Spring program will be offered Online Only and offered at a reduced rate of $65. The program is capped at 30 participants.

    Current CWE Members can take the class for the further reduced price of $20. Email womens-entrepreneurship@chatham.edu for the coupon code.

    Required: Zoom capable device and internet access to participate for all classes.

    Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who complete four or more classes live.

    Classes focus on:

    - Developing the business concept
    - Identifying target customers and markets
    - Marketing strategies
    - Foundational operations of your business
    - Basic financials
    - Legal business entities
    - Developing and delivering your “pitch”

    Facilitator: Lillian Rafson, Founder and CEO of Pack Up + Go

    To view the syllabus for the Concept to Launch program: Click here

    Registration will open to the wait list on January 2nd. Registration will open to the public on January 9th.

  • Mar
    04

    Digital Service Training Series: Websites that Work - Turning Visits into Value - HYBRID

    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    This five-part training series is designed for small business owners interested in understanding the essence of creating effective websites. The series not only covers the foundational aspects of website strategy but also dives deep into advanced strategies that make websites stand out. Through a blend of lectures, collaborative discussions, and real-world applications, business owners will gain comprehensive insights into website creation, ensuring their digital presence aligns with their business goals. The goal of this series is for business owners to leave with a website they’ve built that brings value to their business.

    The training series will run on Tuesdays from 12:00PM-2:00PM on March 4, March 11, March 18, April 1 and April 8 (No Class on March 25). The program will consist of TWO in-person sessions and THREE online sessions via Zoom. In-person sessions will be held on March 4 and April 8 at Chatham University Eastside Building.     This is a hands-on, interactive training series and participants are expected to attend all five sessions. After each training session participants will be asked to complete an assignment before the next session.

    To participate in this training series, you must have access to a laptop and have a website domain established. The training series is limited to 20 participants. Any size business is welcome and is beneficial for new and existing websites.

    - Session 1 - March 4: Introduction to Visual Design and Goal Setting (Basics of Visual Design, Platform Analysis, and Establishing Goals)
    - Session 2 - March 11: Website Structure (Information Architecture, User Flows, and Navigation)
    - Session 3 - March 18: Website Experience Design (Content Strategy, User Experience (UX) Best Practices, and Helpful Tools)
    - Session 4 - April 1: Website Tools and Beyond (Cybersecurity, SEO, and Analytics)
    - Session 5 - April 8: Website Review & Feedback (Present and Review each participant's website and provide feedback on improving website strategy, website design and optimization).

    Facilitator:
    Auldyn Matthews-McGee, Founder, Auldyn Matthews Consulting, LLC


    To Register for Training Series, CLICK HERE!