Certification workshop AUGUST 27—The U.S. Small Business Administration will host an 8(a), SDB and HUBZone Certification and Contracting workshop from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Riverside Center for Innovation, 700 River Ave., 1st floor Conference Room, North Side. Persons with MBE/WBE and Veteran-owned businesses are encouraged to attend. It is free to the public. For more information, call Mary Ann Sperling at 412-395-6560, ext. 107.
Selling skills AUGUST 28—Knowledge Point Academy and Peter Bruening’s Selling Points Group will host Advanced Selling Skills at The Regional Learning Alliance, 850 Cranberry Woods Dr., Cranberry. Presenters will teach participants how to transform customer relationships into sales. Reservations are required. The fee is $150 and there will be no payments taken at the door. For more information, call Judy Dahlbeck at 724-741-1036 or e-mail kpa@theRLA.org.
Business series AUGUST 28—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host their Business Program Series from 12:15-1 p.m. at the Downtown and Business branch, 612 Smithfield St. The topic is “The nowU 529 Pennsylvania Guaranteed Savings Plan: The Tax-Smart Way to Save for College.” Ross C. Godlove, a nowU representative from the PA Treasury Department, will be the presenter. 529 plans are college savings plans offered by states. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-281-7141.
Networking luncheon SEPT. 2—The Comfort Inn & Conference Center will host “Comfort Zone Networking Lunch” from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at 699 Rodi Rd., Penn Hills. This is a networking opportunity with lunch. The cost is $10. For more information, call Sharon Pranis at 412-349-1622.
Business training SEPT. 2—The YWCA Greater Pittsburgh will host an Enterprising Women Business Training Course from 6-8:30 p.m. at 305 Wood St., Downtown. This is a training program designed for women with low to moderate incomes. The class is 12 weeks and will meet every Tuesday or Thursday beginning the week of Sept. 2. Participants will learn the basics of business structures and strategies; how to set realistic goals; how to develop a business plan; and how to access small loans and more. Space is limited and registration is required. The fee is from $50-$95. For more information, call 412-255-6749 or visit www.ywcapgh.org.
Business series AUGUST 28—The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host its Business Program Series from 12:15-1 p.m. at the Downtown and Business branch, 612 Smithfield St. The topic is “Thinking About Retirement in a Volatile Market.” The presenter will be Deborah F. Graver of Fragrasso Financial Advisors. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-281-7141.
Professional networking ONGOING—Jessica Lee will host “Entrepreneurial Thursdays” from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Firewater’s North Shore Saloon, 120 Federal St., North Shore. The theme is “MIT Enterprise Forum: Entrepreneurs and Opportunities.” This is a professional networking event with live jazz/R&B music. There is a $5 cover charge with a full bar and dinner selections. Business casual is the attire. No jeans or tennis shoes. For more information, call Sandy Marshall at 412-802-6780 or visit www.jessicaleesong.com.
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