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Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration

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  • September 2025

  • Thu 18

    Introduction to Self-Employment & Best Practices for Startup Success

    Featured September 18, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Introduction to Self-Employment: The Entrepreneurial Mindset, you'll discover what it truly means to be your own boss. We'll explore the entrepreneurial mindset, the benefits and challenges of self-employment, and how to decide if this path is right for you. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, […]

    Free
  • Thu 25

    Business Building Blocks & Start Up and Lead

    Featured September 25, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Business Building Blocks: Let's Get Started, you'll lay the foundation for your business. This session covers the initial steps of starting a business, including idea generation, market research, and forming your business entity. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: In Start Up & Lead with Confidence: […]

    Free
  • October 2025

  • Thu 2

    Value Proposition & Intentional Culture from the Start

    Featured October 2, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Value Proposition: What Makes Your Business Unique? will teach you how to articulate what sets your business apart from the competition. This workshop will help you identify and communicate your unique value proposition to potential customers. Featuring Sam Miller of SCORE Mentors. Sign up to attend this workshop Then, in Intentional Culture from the Start: Build […]

    Free
  • Thu 9

    Know Your Ideal Customer and Mission/Vision Alignment

    Featured October 9, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm In Know Your Ideal Customer: Marketing Plan 101, you'll develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to your target audience. Learn how to conduct market research, identify customer needs, and create effective marketing campaigns. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm Then, in Mission, Clarity and Vision Alignment: Define […]

    Free
  • Thu 16

    Branding Basics & SWOT Analysis

    Featured October 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Branding Basics: What is Your Business's Personality? you'll discover how to develop a strong brand identity that resonates with your target audience. We'll cover branding basics, including logo design, color schemes, and brand messaging. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in SWOT Analysis: Assess Your Business Landscape, you’ll […]

    Free
  • Thu 23

    All Things Legal

    Featured October 23, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In All Things Legal: Navigating the Legal Landscape at Startup, you’ll get acquainted with the legal aspects of starting a business. This workshop covers business licenses, permits, zoning laws, and other legal requirements. Learn the legal distinctions between independent contractors and employees. Understand the implications for hiring, taxes, and compliance to […]

    Free
  • Thu 30

    Pricing Your Products and Services & Startup Expenses

    Featured October 30, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Pricing Your Products & Services: Find the Sweet Spot, you’ll master the art of pricing. This session will cover various pricing strategies, how to calculate costs, and how to price your products or services to maximize profitability. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Startup […]

    Free
  • November 2025

  • Thu 6

    Cash Flow Management & Making Your Business Bankable

    Featured November 6, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Cash Flow Management Success: Framework to Know Your Numbers, you'll gain insights into managing your business's cash flow. Learn how to track income and expenses, create cash flow projections, and maintain financial stability. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Making Your Business Bankable: Prepare […]

    Free
  • Thu 13

    Startup Automations and Pulling It All Together

    Featured November 13, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Startup Automations: Work Smarter, Not Harder, you'll explore tools and technologies that can automate your business processes. From marketing automation to customer relationship management, learn how to streamline operations and save time. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00: Then, in Pulling it All Together: A Forum for Advice, […]

    Free
  • Thu 20

    Opportunity Presentations & Next Steps

    Featured November 20, 2025 @ 2:00 pm

    2:00 - 3:30 pm: In Opportunity Presentations: Networking & Growth, you'll engage with business advisors and support professionals. This session offers opportunities to share your business ideas and gain feedback, network, and learn about potential growth opportunities. Sign up to attend this workshop 3:45 - 5:00 pm: Then, in Next Steps: Building Your Action Plan, you'll […]

    Free
  • September 2026

  • Thu 17

    Be Your Own Boss: Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?

    Featured September 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Starting a business is an exciting opportunity, but it’s also a big commitment. Explore what it means to be an entrepreneur, and learn about the rewards and challenges of business ownership to decide whether entrepreneurship is the right fit for you. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 17

    Learn from the Pros: Lessons from Successful Entrepreneurs

    Featured September 17 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Starting a business comes with a learning curve, but you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Hear from experienced entrepreneurs as they share honest advice, lessons learned, and practical tips. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 24

    Business Building Blocks: Starting from the Ground Up

    Featured September 24 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    A strong business starts with a solid plan. Explore the key building blocks of a successful business, including refining your idea, understanding your market, and choosing the business structure that best fits your goals. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 24

    Management Strategies: Leading with Confidence

    Featured September 24 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Leading a business means more than managing day-to-day operations. Explore practical leadership and management strategies that will help you build strong relationships, make informed decisions, and create a business where people can succeed. Register here!

    Free
  • October 2026

  • Thu 1

    Your Value Proposition: Why Customers Choose You

    Featured October 1 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Every successful business offers something unique. Learn how to identify what sets your business apart and clearly communicate that value to customers. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 1

    Intentional Culture from the Start: Building a Healthy Work Environment

    Featured October 1 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Understand the importance of company culture and how to build a business a business that people want to work with. Explore ways to build a healthy, supportive workplace where employees feel valued and motivated to do their best work. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 8

    Know Your Customer: Marketing Strategy 101

    Featured October 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Understanding your customers is the first step to reaching them. Learn how to identify your target audience, understand what matters to them, and develop a marketing strategy that works for your business. Register here!

    Free
  • Thu 8

    Know Your Why: Crafting a Mission & Vision

    Featured October 8 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    A clear mission and vision provide direction for every business decision. Take time to define your purpose, clarify your goals, and build a strong foundation for long-term success. Register here!

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Startup Expenses: The Costs of Doing Business

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Business Analysis: Seeing the Big Picture

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Starting Smart: The Legal Side of Business

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For What It’s Worth: Pricing Your Products & Services

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