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SUMMARY:Strategic Planning Office Hours with Coach Donald
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re preparing for a big decision\, rethinking your business model\, or just trying to get unstuck\, these office hours are designed to meet you where you are. Bring your business challenges—big or small—and walk away with clarity\, a sharper path forward\, and tools you can reuse. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/strategic-planning-office-hours-with-coach-donald-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:People and Culture Office Hours with Ginny Nemchick
DESCRIPTION:Need help with job descriptions\, equitable hiring\, or management tips? Ginny’s got you. Use this link to schedule a session with Ginny.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/people-and-culture-office-hours-with-ginny-nemchick-2/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Executive Coaching & Business Strategy Office Hours with Erin Bestic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your toughest business challenges\, half-baked ideas\, and “we need this done yesterday” problems. In these candid\, action-focused sessions\, you’ll get practical\, no-fluff guidance from Erin Bestic\, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios\, overhauled operations\, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. \nBook your Free 30-Minutes
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/executive-coaching-business-strategy-office-hours-with-erin-bestic-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-5/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Legal Office Hours with Eryn Correa
DESCRIPTION:Got questions about formation\, equity\, or fundraising? Eryn’s your person. Use this link to schedule a session with Eryn.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/legal-office-hours-with-eryn-correa-2/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Tech & Law Office Hours with Wei Yu
DESCRIPTION:Navigating legal stuff in the AI era Book a FREE 30-minute session with Wei\, an Intellectual Property Attorney. Use this link to schedule a session with Wei.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/tech-law-office-hours-with-wei-yu-2/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-7/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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UID:21959-1765303200-1765310400@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Snack & Test with The Mosaic Institute
DESCRIPTION:Help Test the CurioCity Play Symposium\nDec. 9th | 6-8 PM \nThe Mosaic Institute is testing its new program MVP\, the CurioCity Play Symposium a creative experience for Teaching Artists and Creatives working with justice-involved youth. Participants will walk through the program and share quick feedback on what’s most valuable. \nIncentive: \nAll participants will receive a thank-you gift for taking part. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/snack-test-with-the-mosaic-institute/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Executive Coaching & Business Strategy Office Hours with Erin Bestic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your toughest business challenges\, half-baked ideas\, and “we need this done yesterday” problems. In these candid\, action-focused sessions\, you’ll get practical\, no-fluff guidance from Erin Bestic\, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios\, overhauled operations\, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. \nBook your Free 30-Minutes
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/executive-coaching-business-strategy-office-hours-with-erin-bestic-4/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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UID:21969-1765879200-1765886400@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:People and Culture Office Hours with Ginny Nemchick
DESCRIPTION:Need help with job descriptions\, equitable hiring\, or management tips? Ginny’s got you. Use this link to schedule a session with Ginny.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/people-and-culture-office-hours-with-ginny-nemchick-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-8/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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UID:21971-1765976400-1765983600@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Legal Office Hours with Eryn Correa
DESCRIPTION:Got questions about formation\, equity\, or fundraising? Eryn’s your person. Use this link to schedule a session with Eryn.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/legal-office-hours-with-eryn-correa-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T130000
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SUMMARY:Tech & Law Office Hours with Wei Yu
DESCRIPTION:Navigating legal stuff in the AI era Book a FREE 30-minute session with Wei\, an Intellectual Property Attorney. Use this link to schedule a session with Wei.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/tech-law-office-hours-with-wei-yu-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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UID:22046-1767092400-1767099600@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-9/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T144022Z
UID:22048-1767780000-1767794400@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Executive Coaching & Business Strategy Office Hours with Erin Bestic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your toughest business challenges\, half-baked ideas\, and “we need this done yesterday” problems. In these candid\, action-focused sessions\, you’ll get practical\, no-fluff guidance from Erin Bestic\, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios\, overhauled operations\, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. \nBook your Free 30-Minutes
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/executive-coaching-business-strategy-office-hours-with-erin-bestic-5/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
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UID:22050-1768302000-1768309200@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-10/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Monthly Workshop Series: Marketing Strategy Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation about branding and marketing channels for startups with Maddi Love\n\n\n\nJoin Ascender and Maddi Love for a one-hour workshop designed to help founders\, creative leads\, and early-stage teams develop a marketing strategy that resonates with your audience and drives meaningful results. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\n🧩 Branding 101: More Than Just a Logo – Learn to craft a clear and compelling Brand Statement.\n📣 Marketing 101: Messaging & Storytelling – Create messaging briefs tailored to different audiences or customer segments.\n🚀 Marketing Channels for Startups: B2C & B2B -Learn how to craft messaging that connects with consumers’ feelings\, lifestyle\, and identity\, and evaluate channels that work best for B2B: LinkedIn\, content marketing\, email\, partnerships\, warm intros\, networking\, etc.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nFounders and early-stage entrepreneurs working to shape their brand identity\nSmall business owners or service providers launching or refining their marketing strategy\nStartup teams ready to get clear on messaging\, positioning\, and channel strategy\n\n🍢🥂 FOOD & DRINKS INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET \nEnjoy refreshing beverages and bites while learning and connecting with other business owners\, coworking members\, and community leaders. \n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/monthly-workshop-series-marketing-strategy-implementation/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Executive Coaching & Business Strategy Office Hours with Erin Bestic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your toughest business challenges\, half-baked ideas\, and “we need this done yesterday” problems. In these candid\, action-focused sessions\, you’ll get practical\, no-fluff guidance from Erin Bestic\, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios\, overhauled operations\, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. \nBook your Free 30-Minutes
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/executive-coaching-business-strategy-office-hours-with-erin-bestic-6/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T193430Z
UID:22083-1768482000-1768489200@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Founder Feelings Office Hours with Liana Maneese
DESCRIPTION:Join Liana Maneese for a supportive and grounding space designed to help founders\, creatives\, and leaders navigate the emotional\, relational\, and identity-centered challenges that come with building something meaningful. Drawing from Liberation Psychotherapy\, somatic abolitionism\, intersectional theory\, and a wide range of clinical and creative practices\, Liana offers guidance that connects big-picture systemic realities to your everyday lived experience. \nAs a clinician\, historian\, writer\, and identity navigation specialist\, Liana brings a trauma-informed\, anti-oppressive\, and deeply human approach to each conversation. Expect a space rooted in radical acceptance\, curiosity\, and care—one that centers people of the global majority\, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals\, adoptees\, and those seeking justice-oriented\, relationally aware support. \nTopics you can explore during office hours include: \n\nEmotional Resilience & Nervous System Grounding\nImposter Syndrome\, Self-Doubt & Self-Trust\nBoundaries\, Burnout Prevention & Work–Life Balance\nIdentity\, Leadership & Personal Evolution\nPurpose Alignment & Meaningful Work\nThe Emotional Life of Money & Scarcity Patterns\nDecision Fatigue\, Overwhelm & Reflective Clarity\nPeople\, Power & Relational Dynamics in Business and Creative Communities\n\nWhether you’re navigating uncertainty\, redefining your identity as your work grows\, or seeking more intentional and equitable relationships within your business or creative ecosystem\, Liana’s office hours provide a compassionate space to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with yourself. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/22083/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20251209T144508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T144508Z
UID:22053-1769511600-1769518800@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-11/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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SUMMARY:Ascender's 2026 Bootcamp Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Connect with the Ascender team and learn more about our 2026 bootcamp program and get all your questions answered.\n\n\n\nJoin Us for a Virtual Info Session! \nHave a business idea\, or an early-stage venture\, and wondering what your next step should be? Join us for an upcoming virtual info session to learn more about Ascender’s 2026 Bootcamp\, a five-day intensive experience equips entrepreneurs with the tools to launch\, build\, and grow a sustainable business. \nThis online session is a great opportunity to meet the Ascender team\, ask questions\, and determine whether Bootcamp is the right fit for you\, all from wherever you are. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n🔹 What to expect from Ascender’s Bootcamp 2026\n🔹 Who should apply and how to prepare a strong application\n🔹 How Bootcamp supports founders through coaching\, experts\, and hands-on learning\n🔹 What happens after Bootcamp and how to stay engaged with Ascender \n📅 Virtual Info Session Dates:\n• February 4\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n• February 20\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n💻 Location: Virtual (link provided upon registration) \nDon’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with Ascender. We hope to see you there! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascenders-2026-bootcamp-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Community,Incubation
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SUMMARY:Tech & Law Office Hours with Wei Yu
DESCRIPTION:Navigating legal stuff in the AI era Book a FREE 30-minute session with Wei\, an Intellectual Property Attorney. Use this link to schedule a session with Wei.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/tech-law-office-hours-with-wei-yu-4/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T060000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Workshop Series: Sales vs. Marketing and how to harness both for success
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nSales is more than promotion; it’s the structured process of guiding the right customer from interest to long-term loyalty.\n\n\n\nJoin Ascender for a one-hour hands-on workshop\, where we’ll break down what sales really is\, how it differs from marketing\, and how to build a repeatable sales process for both B2C and B2B businesses. REGISTER HERE \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nSales Foundations\nSales Messaging & Pitching\nProspecting & Lead Generation\nCustomer Success & Retention\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nFounders and small business owners building a sales process\nEarly-stage startups selling their first products or services\nB2B and B2C entrepreneurs looking to improve conversion and follow-up\nAnyone ready to stop “winging it” and build a structured\, repeatable sales system\n\n🍢🥂 FOOD & DRINKS INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET \nEnjoy refreshing beverages and bites while learning and connecting with other entrepreneurs and Ascender members. \n💻 🪑SPEND THE WHOLE DAY WITH US!\nJoin us before the workshop for a Coworking Day from 9:30 AM – 5 PM. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/sales-vs-marketing-the-difference-and-how-they-work-together/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T190250Z
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SUMMARY:Product Strategy Office Hours with Mike Capsambelis
DESCRIPTION:Book a FREE 30-minute session with Mike\, Director\, Product Management\, Google.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/product-strategy-office-hours-with-mike-capsambelis-12/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260114T185835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T185835Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Coaching & Business Strategy Office Hours with Erin Bestic
DESCRIPTION:Bring your toughest business challenges\, half-baked ideas\, and “we need this done yesterday” problems. In these candid\, action-focused sessions\, you’ll get practical\, no-fluff guidance from Erin Bestic\, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios\, overhauled operations\, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. \nBook your Free 30-Minutes
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/executive-coaching-business-strategy-office-hours-with-erin-bestic-7/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260203T163507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T163507Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing & Brand Strategy Office Hours with Madeline Farina
DESCRIPTION:Madeline Farina is a Pittsburgh-based marketing consultant who helps founders and small business owners build authentic brands\, clarify their message\, and create marketing strategies that attract the right customers while staying true to their values. She brings experience across startups\, small businesses\, and larger organizations\, and loves supporting entrepreneurs with the businesses they’re building. \n“What to Expect” Overview \n\n– Clarifying their brand and messaging\, including ideal customer\, positioning\, and how to talk about what they do.\n– Practical marketing strategy questions such as what to post on social media\, how to improve their website\, or how to promote an upcoming launch or event.\n– Feedback on existing materials like Instagram accounts\, websites\, email newsletters\, or marketing ideas they want to pressure-test.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/marketing-brand-strategy-office-hours-with-madeline-farina/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260106T193538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T193701Z
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SUMMARY:Founder Feelings Office Hours with Liana Maneese
DESCRIPTION:Join Liana Maneese for a supportive and grounding space designed to help founders\, creatives\, and leaders navigate the emotional\, relational\, and identity-centered challenges that come with building something meaningful. Drawing from Liberation Psychotherapy\, somatic abolitionism\, intersectional theory\, and a wide range of clinical and creative practices\, Liana offers guidance that connects big-picture systemic realities to your everyday lived experience. \nAs a clinician\, historian\, writer\, and identity navigation specialist\, Liana brings a trauma-informed\, anti-oppressive\, and deeply human approach to each conversation. Expect a space rooted in radical acceptance\, curiosity\, and care—one that centers people of the global majority\, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals\, adoptees\, and those seeking justice-oriented\, relationally aware support. \nTopics you can explore during office hours include: \n\nEmotional Resilience & Nervous System Grounding\nImposter Syndrome\, Self-Doubt & Self-Trust\nBoundaries\, Burnout Prevention & Work–Life Balance\nIdentity\, Leadership & Personal Evolution\nPurpose Alignment & Meaningful Work\nThe Emotional Life of Money & Scarcity Patterns\nDecision Fatigue\, Overwhelm & Reflective Clarity\nPeople\, Power & Relational Dynamics in Business and Creative Communities\n\nWhether you’re navigating uncertainty\, redefining your identity as your work grows\, or seeking more intentional and equitable relationships within your business or creative ecosystem\, Liana’s office hours provide a compassionate space to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with yourself. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/founder-feelings-office-hours-with-liana-maneese/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260114T192006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185723Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Office Hours with Eryn Correa
DESCRIPTION:Got questions about formation\, equity\, or fundraising? Eryn’s your person. Use this link to schedule a session with Eryn.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/legal-office-hours-with-eryn-correa-4/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260121T172520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T172520Z
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SUMMARY:Ascender's 2026 Bootcamp Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Connect with the Ascender team and learn more about our 2026 bootcamp program and get all your questions answered.\n\n\n\nJoin Us for a Virtual Info Session! \nHave a business idea\, or an early-stage venture\, and wondering what your next step should be? Join us for an upcoming virtual info session to learn more about Ascender’s 2026 Bootcamp\, a five-day intensive experience equips entrepreneurs with the tools to launch\, build\, and grow a sustainable business. \nThis online session is a great opportunity to meet the Ascender team\, ask questions\, and determine whether Bootcamp is the right fit for you\, all from wherever you are. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n🔹 What to expect from Ascender’s Bootcamp 2026\n🔹 Who should apply and how to prepare a strong application\n🔹 How Bootcamp supports founders through coaching\, experts\, and hands-on learning\n🔹 What happens after Bootcamp and how to stay engaged with Ascender \n📅 Virtual Info Session Dates:\n• February 4\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n• February 19\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n💻 Location: Virtual (link provided upon registration) \nDon’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with Ascender. We hope to see you there! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascenders-2026-bootcamp-virtual-info-session-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Community,Incubation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T112737
CREATED:20260114T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191240Z
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SUMMARY:People and Culture Office Hours with Ginny Nemchick
DESCRIPTION:Need help with job descriptions\, equitable hiring\, or management tips? Ginny’s got you. Use this link to schedule a session with Ginny.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/people-and-culture-office-hours-with-ginny-nemchick-4/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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