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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180112T163000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh VR Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out with other VR enthusiasts at the Pittsburgh VR Meetup on Friday\, January 12\, 5:30-7:30\, at Ascender. Ralph Vituccio from Carnegie Mellon University will give a brief talk about what’s happening with VR at CMU’s Entertainment Technology Center. Karen Alexander will share some of the most exciting news and developments from VR conferences she attended in the US and in Europe in 2017. Schell Games has generously agreed to let us demo two of their games\, I Expect You to Die and Water Bears. You’ll have the chance to test different types of VR headsets\, to chat with others who are interested in VR\, and to enjoy some light refreshments. Parking is free\, and you can BYOB! Doors open at 5:30\, program at 6:30. Stop by–we’d love to meet you!
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/pittsburgh-vr-meetup/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180223T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180223T183000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh VR MeetUp with Schell Games
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URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/pittsburgh-vr-meetup-schell-games/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20180213T182902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173305Z
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SUMMARY:Unchained: Decrypting Blockchain Technology
DESCRIPTION:RSVP HERE \nHave you heard the words blockchain and cryptocurrency a lot lately? Have you considered investing in bitcoin or lamented that you haven’t without really knowing what bitcoin is? You’re not alone. \nCome join us for an introduction to blockchain technology. We’ll talk about what it is\, how it works\, and current projects in the marketplace. Our goal is to keep the night informative\, open\, and interactive and to learn from each other!
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/unchained-decrypting-blockchain-technology/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20180403T151006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173304Z
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SUMMARY:Mike Joosse: 500 Designers Walk into a Bar
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nThis is a story told in three parts. It’s a story about a giant\, perpetual experiment built to disrupt the education industry. It’s a story about teaching humans to design and designers to be more human. And it’s a love story about Chicago—glorious\, riotous Chicago\, full of adventure and collaboration and donuts and beer. \nDoors at 6pm. Lecture begins at 6:30pm. \nDesignation is the leading immersive UX/UI design program\, a startup that helps startups succeed\, and a thriving community of alumni and mentors around the world. This is the story of Designation and what we’ve learned over four years and 500 graduates. Come for the highs\, stay for the lows\, and learn how to inject some of our lessons into your career. \nABOUT MIKE \nMike Joosse creates change within organizations. Since 2001\, he’s devoted his career to nurturing and leading design communities and championing the talents and dedication of their designers. Currently\, he serves as President at Designation\, the leading UX/UI immersive design program\, where he helps participants become purposeful\, skilled\, impassioned design leaders of tomorrow. He has lectured across the country on community and careers in design\, at conferences and to a host of organizations. He believes in being hungry\, indispensable\, and enthralled every day. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/mike-joosse-500-designers-walk-bar/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
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SUMMARY:The Power of Tx3
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nYou will not want to miss this mind-blowing experience led\, created\, and facilitated by Ingrid Cook\, a minority and woman Founder at SHzoom\, a tech startup headquartered at Pittsburgh’s Ascender. \nDiscover the role your thoughts\, God given talents\, and tenacity (“grit”) plays in living out your life purpose and achieving your goals regardless of your race or gender. \nParticipants will engage with practical tools and techniques for tapping into their Tx3. Hurry\, spaces are limited! \nEvent registration will close once all seats are filled. Those waitlisted will be granted seats on a first come first serve basis. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/the-power-of-tx3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180405T180000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20180403T151637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173304Z
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SUMMARY:DISRUPTED: The Risks and Opportunities of Emerging Technologies
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nHow can we advance innovation without leaving people behind?\n\n\n\nA wide range of new technologies are changing our lives\, communities\, and society faster than ever before. Artificial intelligence\, robotics\, blockchain\, virtual/augmented reality\, advanced wearables\, and other innovations present powerful opportunities to solve major problems\, but also come with considerable risks. It will take all of us to ensure that these developments serve to correct rather than perpetuate inequities. \nWe invite everyone – from seasoned technologists to people new to all these terms – to join us for an evening of learning\, dialogue\, and problem-solving. Hear how different voices in our technology community think about what various innovations are bringing to our society\, and spend the rest of the evening engaging with others to find ways that we can individually or collectively use these technologies for good. \nSCHEDULE:\n5:30pm – Doors open; open activities available\n6:00pm – Food served (by Choolaah) – vegan options available\n6:30pm – Short speaker presentations and brief Q&A\n7:30pm – Small group discussions\, ideation exercises\, & sharing\n8:30pm – Discussions conclude\n9:00pm – Doors close \nSPEAKERS:\nKaren Alexander\, Director\, XRconnectED\nElizabeth LaRue\, CEO\, Hera Global Tech\nEugene Leventhal\, Founder/CEO\, eduDAO\nMike Skirpan\, Executive Director\, Community Forge\nSuzy Teele\, Head of Marketing & Communications\, Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM)\n \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/disrupted-risks-opportunities-emerging-technologies/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180407T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180407T230000
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Innovation Week: All-In Silent Disco
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nCome dance the night away with friends and community members! This event is the brainchild of several members of the disability community\, who are excited to throw a fun\, inclusive party open to all who want to participate. Our silent disco is open to all\, with vibrating backpacks and floor panels so that those with hearing impairments can feel the music\, and everyone can share in the experience. This is event powered by sponsorships from Thrival and UPMC. We are excited to work closely with amazing organizations like Achieva and YWCA who bring years of experience working for greater inclusion. \nThis event is at the Ace Hotel\, 120 S Whitfield St. \n  \n 
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/inclusive-innovation-week-silent-disco/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173304Z
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SUMMARY:Always Beta: Creativity and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nHow does creativity contribute to your company’s success? \nAscender invites you to attend a special guest lecture with Israel Stol\, a leading management transformation author\, lecturer\, and corporate business process consultant\, who previously worked at Alcoa\, Westinghouse\, and SpaceX. \nWith over 35 years of experience as a welding engineer in industrial research and development\, his work in manufacturing technologies spans a broad range of industries\, including automotive and transportation\, oil and gas\, marine\, and aerospace. He has authored and co-authored 45 U.S. and International patents\, including those for advanced torpedo propulsion\, welding processes\, and even candy dispensers. \nAs Founder of Always-βeta\, Israel draws on his experience as an engineer and inventor to consult clients on organizational creativity. This event will be a very abbreviated version of his Seminar on Organizational Creativity\, and will include the following topics: \n1. Show how Creativity works.\n2. Present examples of innovations stemming from the Creative process\n3. Define the difference between Creativity and Innovation\n4. Identify principles and factors that affect Creativity\n5. Introduce Creativity augmenting techniques for your company
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/always-beta-creativity-practice/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T100000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20180517T180719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173255Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Today's Tech for B2B Sales
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging Today’s Tech for B2B Sales\nIs the sales process overwhelming you? Looking to simplify and grow your sales funnel? Join us for a special breakfast session on how you can leverage current technology to increase your sales. The goal of the session is to provide participants with an understanding of tools and technologies available to help B2B companies build awareness\, generate new opportunities and close business. \nTopics Covered \n\nHow do we build a contact list? – Sales Intelligence Software\nHow do we keep track of our database? – CRM\nHow do we reach prospective customers? – Email Marketing and Marketing Automation\nWhat else can we do to be effective? – Sales Enablement and Sales Acceleration Technology\n\nFeatured Speakers \nDan Hersh\, Founder of Engaged Prospect \nSam Stein\, Vice President of Engaged Prospect \nEvent Schedule \n8:30AM – Doors (breakfast provided)\n9:00-10:00AM – Program \nPlease note: This event is designed to serve Ascender’s mission of providing entrepreneurial learning opportunities to the Pittsburgh community.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/leveraging-todays-tech-b2b-sales/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T130000
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CREATED:20180606T140618Z
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SUMMARY:Buchanan LABS - GDPR
DESCRIPTION:Buchanan LABS Presents\nThinking Globally: What Startups Should Know about the New EU General Data Protection Regulations\nTopics: \n\nWhat is the EU General Data Protection Regulation?\nWhy is it getting so much publicity and generating so much anxiety in the U.S.?\nHow do U.S. companies get “caught” by the GDPR?\nWhy should startups pay any attention to the GDPR?\n\nPresenter: \nSue Friedberg\, Shareholder and Co-chair of Buchanan’s Cybersecurity & Data Protection Group \nLunch provided. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/buchanan-labs-gdpr/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180828T093000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20180816T181253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173255Z
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SUMMARY:Biggest Employment Law Mistakes for Start-Ups and How to Avoid Them
DESCRIPTION:Biggest Employment Law Mistakes for Start-Ups and How to Avoid Them\nA company’s employment law obligations start with employee Number One.  Learn what employment and human resources liabilities you can’t afford to get wrong and what you can do now to start preparing for compliance with federal and state laws as your business grows. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n8:00 – 8:30AM | Breakfast & Networking \n8:30 – 9:30AM | Session \nFeaturing: \nJill Weimer\, Shareholder and Robotics\, AI and Automation Industry Group Core Team Member at Littler Mendelson\, P.C.\, International Labor and Employment Law Firm \nJill M. Weimer’s practice focuses on advising companies on employment law compliance issues and defending businesses in litigation of employment-related claims. \nShe advises companies of all sizes\, from start-ups to global corporations with a particular focus on counseling clients regarding emerging issues related to the influx of technology in the workplace. \nJill’s practice specifically includes wage and hour litigation\, defending discrimination and harassment actions\, and counseling clients on litigation avoidance\, including best practices for discipline\, termination\, compliance\, training and other workplace issues. Jill is a member the firm’s Robotics\, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation industry group. This industry group is focused on providing representation and compliance assistance to employers in the robotics industry and employers integrating automation\, AI\, telepresence and robotics into their workplaces. She is also a core member\nof the firm’s Employment Practices Audit practice group\, through which she regularly audits clients’ employment practices in an effort to proactively identify issues before they become lawsuits.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/biggest-employment-law-mistakes-start-ups-avoid/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T093000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20181206T161404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173254Z
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SUMMARY:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in applying to the Ascender Bootcamp? Want to learn more about how to nail your application? Join us for a morning session to learn more about the Bootcamp and application process.\n\n8:30 to 8:45 AM – Meet our team and other applicants. \n8:45 to 9:15 AM – Learn about how our Bootcamp works to move your business towards success. We’ll be discussing the different lenses and tools you can use to analyze your current concept and the tips and tricks to filling out any business application. \n\n9:15 to 9:30 AM – Open for questions.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascender-bootcamp-info-session/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20181206T162645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173254Z
UID:4249-1545148800-1545156000@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Ascender Bootcamp | Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Ascender Bootcamp | Office Hours\nHave a question about Bootcamp application? Stop by our office hours to meet one on one with an Ascender team member. \nPlease RSVP if you plan to stop by.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascender-bootcamp-office-hours/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20181206T161851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173254Z
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SUMMARY:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in applying to the Ascender Bootcamp? Want to learn more about how to nail your application? Join us for an evening session to learn more about the Bootcamp and application process.\n\n6:00 to 6:15 PM – Meet our team and other applicants. \n6:15 to 6:45 PM – Learn about how our Bootcamp works to move your business towards success. We’ll be discussing the different lenses and tools you can use to analyze your current concept and the tips and tricks to filling out any business application. \n\n6:45 to 7:00 PM – Open for questions.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascender-bootcamp-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20181206T162234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173254Z
UID:4246-1548331200-1548334800@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Ascender Bootcamp | Info Session\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in applying to the Ascender Bootcamp? Want to learn more about how to nail your application? Join us for a lunch session to learn more about the Bootcamp and application process.\n\n12:00 to 6:15 PM – Meet our team and other applicants. \n12:15 to 12:45 PM – Learn about how our Bootcamp works to move your business towards success. We’ll be discussing the different lenses and tools you can use to analyze your current concept and the tips and tricks to filling out any business application. \n\n12:45 to 1:00 PM – Open for questions.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascender-bootcamp-info-session-3/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260518T180620
CREATED:20181206T163028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T173254Z
UID:4252-1548748800-1548756000@ascenderpgh.com
SUMMARY:Ascender Bootcamp | Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Ascender Bootcamp | Office Hours\nHave a question about Bootcamp application? Stop by our office hours to meet one on one with an Ascender team member. \nPlease RSVP below if you plan to stop by.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/ascender-bootcamp-office-hours-2/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ascender Event Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascender":MAILTO:info@ascenderpgh.com
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