Known as “America’s Seed Fund,” the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) programs provide competitive access to R&D funds to stimulate technological innovation by small businesses in the U.S. The program can help startups and existing small businesses, interested in or performing research, by providing access to nondilutive grants funds […]

Leadership capacity doesn’t just affect your bottom line – it drives your organization’s ability to engage and retain valuable talent. Today’s challenges call on organizations to ensure they cultivate employee loyalty and prepare their leaders for success. Expect no less than the BEST day for inspiration and practical know-how at the 2022 Best of Leadership Summit, […]

Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand. In this session, I will discuss best practices for: Understanding different video formatsHow to set up a YouTube channelMaking good creative, and how to target and measure the results Don’t forget […]

Always wanted to start an Blockchain Startup? Now we have a complete blueprint for you start your own Blockchain Tech Startup. During our Blockchain startup program you will learn and navigate through tools, software, hardware, platforms, resources, projects, processes, methods and strategies to penetrate your own Blockchain Tech Startup into emerging markets and industries

Join us every Thursday at 12 pm EST for a Q&A with SBA session. SBA's West Virginia District Office staff will provide updates and be available to answer questions on any of SBA's programs or services. Registration not required but encouraged so you receive a reminder. Join on your computer or mobile app. Or call […]

Anyone with a website or business presence online can benefit from search engine optimization (SEO), the process of helping search engines find and display your site in search results. Hosted by one of Google’s internal SEO experts, this workshop will give you a behind-the-scenes view into how Google approaches SEO for its own sites. You […]

Free Money? Where? Join us for Network N' Chill Lunch & Learn w/ Monique Quarterman as we discuss how to raise capital for your startup without giving up equity (taking venture capital) or owing the bank (taking out a loan) Wednesday, March 9th at 12p #KeepMakingMoves Monique Kuykendoll Quarterman, MBA serves as Executive Director for Kentucky Commercialization Ventures […]

Experienced business women discuss the importance of understanding the financial information that impacts business profitability. Featured Panelists: Sandy Merritt-Business Coach, Action CoachAmanda Vandervort, Business Banker, PNC BankDana Cosby, Esq. – Versatile Attorney with Strong Business Acumen

with Aaron Miller, Director of Community Leadership Programs, Leadership Louisville Center Developing and leading high-performance teams can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your career – and also one of the most challenging. When it comes to conflict, studies show that the teams who manage conflict well – not the teams who avoid […]

Join legal experts from Steptoe Johnson for open office hours. Come with your questions and be ready to receive feedback and guidance.  *first come, first serve

The Derby City Angels is an angel investor group that is part of the Sheltowee Angel Network.  The Derby City Angels meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month and will see pitches from entrepreneurs from across the region. Investors will wee pitches from entrepreneurs selected by the Derby City Angels each month, and one entrepreneur […]

Our next Fireside Chat will be held at a new venue, Ten20 Craft Brewery, featuring the co-founder and COO of Party Horses, Chris Wiedmar. Join us at TEN20 on Wednesday, March 16th. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the Fireside Chat begins at 6 PM sharp. Tickets to this event are FREE, compliments of our […]