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SUMMARY:MVP: Getting There Without Writing a Line of Code
DESCRIPTION:When you have an idea for a new product\, one of the trickiest decisions you’ll make is simply what to tackle first. The temptation might be to start courting investors and hiring a team\, but you would be missing out on what of the most important—and most enjoyable—parts of building a product: creating your MVP.\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, October 10th\, Cameron Scott will cover the basics of a good MVP; how to break down your product idea into testable theories; and some of the different tools and tactics you can use to validate those theories—no coding required. Plus\, we’ll talk about the humble (and analog!) beginnings of some of today’s most successful companies\, and what lessons you can take away from their experiences.\n\n\n\nWhat is the Starters Series? \n\n\nIn partnership with Pittsburgh’s acclaimed thought leaders\, the Starters Series at Ascender provides a first look into the most crucial elements of starting a business or organization. In line with our monthly themes\, the Starters Series targets individuals and entities from ideation to early execution\, providing a compelling educational experience on each curated topic. Join Ascender the second Tuesday of each month as we explain proven strategies and explore new tools and techniques driving success.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/mvp-getting-without-writing-line-code/
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SUMMARY:Building Social Capital: Give First and You Shall Receive
DESCRIPTION:Developing strong relationships is a key component to the success of any entrepreneur. For some\, social capital comes easily. For others\, attending a networking event can be stressful and anxiety inducing. Join us this month as we explore how to gain and leverage social capital. We’ll be exploring how to succeed in a new city\, facilitate partnerships\, and genuinely relate to others. \nSpeaker \nKenny Chen\, Program Director at Ascender \nWhat is the Starter Series? \nIn partnership with Pittsburgh’s acclaimed thought leaders\, the Starters Series at Ascender provides a first look into the most crucial elements of starting a business or organization. In line with our monthly themes\, the Starters Series targets individuals and entities from ideation to early execution\, providing a compelling educational experience on each curated topic. Join Ascender the second Tuesday of each month as we explain proven strategies and explore new tools and techniques driving success.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/building-social-capital-give-first-shall-receive/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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SUMMARY:Intro to Financial Modeling: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Financial Modeling is the task of building an abstract representation of real world financial situations. Sounds easy\, right? Wrong. Financial Modeling can be one of the most challenging tasks for a new startup or non-profit. Making an accurate model takes real work and research. This edition of the Starters Series will breakdown the key components to a successful financial model. Learn the right terms and the mathematical equations to put together a model from expert Phil Compton. \nSpeaker: Phil Compton\, CFO at SingleSource Property Solutions \nWhat is the Starters Series? \nIn partnership with Pittsburgh’s acclaimed thought leaders\, the Starters Series at Ascender provides a first look into the most crucial elements of starting a business or organization. In line with our monthly themes\, the Starters Series targets individuals and entities from ideation to early execution\, providing a compelling educational experience on each curated topic. Join Ascender the second Tuesday of each month as we explain proven strategies and explore new tools and techniques driving success.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/intro-financial-modeling-need-know/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170711T173000
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SUMMARY:Plan for Success: Linking your team\, goals\, and process.
DESCRIPTION:Today you’re by yourself\, tomorrow you may have a team of five. Now is the time to think about future challenges\, in order to sync up your team and your organization’s goals. Hear from serial entrepreneurs on how to build long lasting processes and strategies that can create a natural\, balanced work flow and a foundation for future growth. \nSpeaker: \nIllana Diamond\, Managing Director of AlphaLab Gear \nWhat is the Starters Series? \nIn partnership with Pittsburgh’s acclaimed thought leaders\, the Starters Series at Ascender provides a first look into the most crucial elements of starting a business or organization. In line with our monthly themes\, the Starters Series targets individuals and entities from ideation to early execution\, providing a compelling educational experience on each curated topic. Join Ascender the second Tuesday of each month as we explain proven strategies and explore new tools and techniques driving success.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/starters-series/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Sales
DESCRIPTION:CAC\, CPA\, CLTV\, the acronym list for sales goes on and on. Join us as we help you understand the pieces of the puzzle that help you focus in on the right metrics to maximize your sales effectiveness.   \nSpeaker: Phil Marzolf
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/lets-talk-sales/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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SUMMARY:Know Thy Customer
DESCRIPTION:Young adults or baby boomers? Nice to have or need to have? Understanding your customer’s needs can make or break your business. Join us as we navigate the crossroads between customer segmentation types and targeted marketing channels for B2B and B2C businesses. \nSpeakers: Joanna Sutton\, Bright Lights Innovations and Suzy Teele\, Aceda \nDoors open at 5:30 PM. Program will take place from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/know-thy-customer/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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SUMMARY:Legal Basics
DESCRIPTION:Making decisions about legal issues for your startup is challenging and expensive. You don’t want to make mistakes. Hear from lawyers about what to do\, when\, and how. \nLawyers and topics:\nEric Davis\, Managing Partner at Elliott & Davis\, on Entity Formation\nSusan Altman\, partner with K&L Gates\, on Contracts\nJohn Monocello\, GTC patent group\, on Intellectual Property
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/legal-basics/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
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SUMMARY:Business modeling
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about different business modeling tools. We will explore why dynamic business modeling helps you build your business\, adapt to particular situations\, and prepare for constantly changing environments surrounding your startup. \nSpeaker: Stephan Mueller\, Chief Operating Officer\, Ascender
URL:https://ascenderpgh.com/event/business-modeling/
LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starters Series
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