Office Hours: Legal - Eryn Correa
2024-11-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-12 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Please join us for Office Hours at Ascender with Attorney Eryn Correa. Eryn will be offering FREE 30-minute sessions. Ask Eryn questions about formation, founder/employee equity, and fundraising! Use this link to schedule a session with Eryn.

Monthly Workshop Series: Midpoint presentations
2024-11-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join us for the Ascender Incubator Class of 2025 Midpoint Presentations! Discover the exciting progress our current cohort has made as they share insights into their products, services, go-to-market strategies, and achievements from this year. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Pittsburgh’s emerging entrepreneurs and get a firsthand look at the future of innovation. Email ummey@ascenderpgh.com by 11/5 if you’re interested in attending!

Member Potluck
2024-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join us for a fall potluck! We’ll provide the entrée, and you’re welcome to bring a side dish or dessert to share. RSVP at info@ascenderpgh.com.

Office Hours: Intellectual Property - Wei Yu
2024-11-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-09 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Please join us for Office Hours at Ascender with Wei Yu, an Intellectual Property Attorney. Wei will be offering FREE 30-minute sessions for an informal Q&A. Use this link to schedule a session with Wei.

Office Hours: Human Resources - Ginny Nemchick
2024-11-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Please join us for Office Hours at Ascender with HR Consultant, Ginny Nemchick. Ginny will be offering FREE 30-minute sessions. Ask Ginny questions about building your team and crafting accurate job descriptions, equitable hiring practices, designing equitable compensation policies, understanding management techniques, and creating inclusive policies and practices to foster a positive workplace culture. Use this link to schedule a session with Ginny.

Office Hours: Growth Strategy – Jim Wrubel
2024-11-20 14:30 - 17:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Jim is an entrepreneurially-minded technology leader ( CTO / VP Engineering / VP Product ) and investor with 20+ years of experience building, launching, and scaling technology businesses, mainly in SaaS, Ecommerce, deep learning (AI & machine learning), ed tech, and cybersecurity. He has two exits as a C-suite executive. He is equally comfortable at the command line and in the boardroom, and as a leader he brings a passion for creating work environments that foster diversity, creativity, learning and growth. Jim holds a BA from the University of Michigan and an MS from Carnegie Mellon University. Register Here!
Questions to ask Jim:

I have an idea but I’m not sure if it’s any good. How can I test it without spending a lot of money?
How can I go from 0-1 marketing my business?
How can I find investors, and what should I say when I meet one?
How can AI help me, either in growing my business or controlling costs as I grow?
I’m trying to do X, do you have a recommendation for a low-cost tool I should be using?

Chatham: Voices of Business Speaker Series
2024-11-21 09:30 - 11:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship and Ascender for a panel discussion on Scaling Up: Innovative Strategies to Accelerate Business Growth where women entrepreneurs will share on the good, the bad, and the “I can’t believe that just happened” moments of scaling their businesses.
The panel will discuss strategies for managing growth, securing funding, and sustaining a profitable business to attract investors or to sell their business. Panelist will be Ingrid Cook, Rosemary Sassic-Mihalko, Shea H Murtaugh. Register Here.

Ascender Member Holiday Party
2024-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Come and celebrate at our annual Ascender Member Holiday Party 2024. Save the date. More info coming soon!

Opp Hub Graduation Party
2024-12-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join us as members of the Opportunity Hub pilot program share their wins and plans after completing the Ascender Opportunity Hub Pilot program. This will be an excellent opportunity to cheer and network with other Ascender members. Food and beverages will provided.

Office Hours: Growth Strategy – Jim Wrubel
2024-12-11 14:30 - 17:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Jim is an entrepreneurially-minded technology leader ( CTO / VP Engineering / VP Product ) and investor with 20+ years of experience building, launching, and scaling technology businesses, mainly in SaaS, Ecommerce, deep learning (AI & machine learning), ed tech, and cybersecurity. He has two exits as a C-suite executive. He is equally comfortable at the command line and in the boardroom, and as a leader he brings a passion for creating work environments that foster diversity, creativity, learning and growth. Jim holds a BA from the University of Michigan and an MS from Carnegie Mellon University. Register Here!
Questions to ask Jim:

I have an idea but I’m not sure if it’s any good. How can I test it without spending a lot of money?
How can I go from 0-1 marketing my business?
How can I find investors, and what should I say when I meet one?
How can AI help me, either in growing my business or controlling costs as I grow?
I’m trying to do X, do you have a recommendation for a low-cost tool I should be using

Member Event: Welcome Back Lunch
2025-01-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Take a break from being back at work and enjoy some delicious food from Aladdin’s with your fellow members and the Ascender team!

RSVP at info@ascenderpgh.com

Monthly Workshop Series: Goal Setting
2025-01-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
In this workshop you will learn:

A new approach to developing vision and strategy, specifically for start-up and scaling entrepreneurs.
Identify strategic goals and align them with your vision.
Set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).

Featuring LaToya Johnson-Rainey, a creative business specialist.
REGISTER HERE

Office Hours: Legal - Eryn Correa
2025-01-15 13:00 - 15:00

Snack & Test
2025-01-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Help Us Improve Redd-Up PGH & Support a Fellow Entrepreneur!
Thursday, January 23, from 11 AM – 2 PM
We’re testing Redd-Up PGH’s new customer intake form, and we need YOUR feedback. During the 15-minute sessions, you’ll:
Fill out the form and share your thoughts (what works, what doesn’t, suggestions)
Give your overall feedback on the process
Why should you join?
Snacks—because who doesn’t love snacks?
A FREE Ascender day pass to explore the space and enjoy the community
A FREE 1-hour virtual consultation to help declutter and organize your space.
Book In-Person
Book Virtual

Monthly Workshop Series: SEO Basics
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Learn how important SEO is to making your business successful and bringing in new clients. RSVP with Diondre at diondre@ascenderpgh.com

Valentine’s Day Breakfast
2025-02-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
💌❤️ Celebrate love, connection, and community at Ascender’s Valentine’s Day Breakfast! Join us for a morning filled with delicious treats, warm conversations, and good vibes. 🌸. Let us know if you’re coming by emailing info@ascenderpgh.com.

Monthly Workshop Series: AI for Biz
2025-03-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join Us for Our Next Monthly Workshop: AI for Biz with Shea Murtaugh, on March 11th!
Discover how AI can transform your business in this hands-on workshop led by Shea Murtaugh. As technology continues to evolve, staying ahead with AI is essential for growth and innovation. Key Topics Covered:

Understanding the Fundamentals of AI
Identifying Business Use Cases for AI
Developing a Strategy for AI Integration
Enhancing Decision-Making with AI Tools

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and strategies for leveraging AI in your business!

Info Session
2025-03-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join Us for an Info Session on Our Incubation Program!
Are you an entrepreneur looking for support, funding, and resources to take your business to the next level? Join us for an info session where we’ll dive into the details of our Incubation Program. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about eligibility, and understand how these programs can help you grow.
What You’ll Learn:
🔹 Incubation Program Benefits.
🔹 Who’s Eligible for Incubation?

Pi Day Event
2025-03-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Ascender, 6401 Penn Ave 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
We will be holding a contest for the best pie on Pi Day Eve. Bring a pie to the kitchen and vote for your favorite – the winner will bring home a trophy. Let us know if you’re coming by emailing info@ascenderpgh.com.
