Programs

As an entrepreneur or business owner, your time is one of your most valuable assets. Our programs are not designed for discussing intangible theories or reviewing encyclopedia information that may not even concern your business. Instead, we tell you what you need to know to take your business to the next level, overcome obstacles and enjoy unprecedented success.

We offer a variety of specialized programs to address the specific challenges of every business. Our guests consistently remark that our events focus on relevant, practical, applicable information that produces immediate results. Register today for a program that suits your needs, or contact us to learn more about our business success programs.

Institute Programs

The Great Game of Business
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
07:30 AM - 12:00 PM The Duquesne Club

Cost: No additional fee for members. $250 for prospective members.
Speaker: Jack Stack, CEO, SRC Holdings Corp
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Love and Marriage...and Business Makes Three
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM The University Club

Cost: No additional fee for members.
Speaker: Meg Cadoux, Stonyfield Farms
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Leadership: A Commitment to Focus
Thursday, July 1, 2010
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Steelers Training Camp, Latrobe

Cost: No additional fee for members.
Speaker: Dr. Aimee C. Kimball, UPMC Sports Medicine
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Innovation from the Ground Up
Thursday, August 19, 2010
08:00 AM - 10:30 AM California University of Pennsylvania

Cost: No additional fee for members.
Speaker: Frank Perryman and Dr. Angelo Armenti
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Core Elements of Generational Success: Siblings, Cousins and Beyond
Thursday, September 16, 2010
07:30 AM - 12:00 PM The Duquesne Club

Cost: No additional fee for members. $250 for prospective members.
Speaker: Dr. Greg McCann, Family Business Center
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Credibility, Influence and Leadership: Building Communication Success
Thursday, October 21, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sheraton Station Square

Cost: No additional fee for members.
Speaker: Bonnie Budzowski, InCredible Message
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The Birds Always Sing after the Rain
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
07:30 AM - 12:00 PM The National Aviary

Cost: No additional fee for members.
Speaker: Joe Schmieder, Family Business Consulting Group
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Small Business Development Center Programs

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, March 26, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, April 16, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, April 30, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, May 14, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, May 28, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, June 11, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, June 25, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, July 16, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, July 30, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, August 13, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, August 27, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, September 10, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, September 24, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, October 8, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, October 22, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, November 5, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, November 19, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Business
Friday, December 3, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with Second Step registration)
Starting a small business can be an exciting and challenging adventure. Attend this event for help with financing, to learn about business structures, access helpful resources and understand the forms to establish your successful business. Do not miss out on this chance to launch your new business. Sign me up!

The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Friday, December 17, 2010
07:30 AM - 10:00 AM Mervis Hall, Oakland

Cost: $25 to attend ($40 if combined with First Step registration)
Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research, and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding for your business. Sign me up!

Spotlight

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