OFFICE HOURS
Ascender’s Office Hours are a free* resource for entrepreneurs seeking guidance from industry experts in law & tech, HR, marketing, product strategy and more. Sessions & experts rotate throughout the month.
* Unlimited bookings for Ascender members and up to 3-free sessions for non-members.
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Erin Bestic
Executive Coaching & Business
LinkedInWhat should my top three priorities be this quarter to actually move the business forward?
Receive guidance from Erin Bestic, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios, overhauled operations and coach leaders at every stage of growth.
Schedule
Book with Erin directly via link below & select “Discovery call.” -

Mike Capsambelis
Product Strategy
LinkedInHow do I validate user needs instead of just guessing what customers want?
Mike Capsambelis (Director, Product Management, Google) helps founders refine their product strategy or roadmap, overcome go-to-market obstacles and build for success.
Schedule:
Wednesday 10/7, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Wednesday 10/21, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Wednesday 11/4, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Wednesday 11/18, 11:30 AM - 1 PM -

Michael Caputo
Pursuit Lending
Michael will share insights on available lending programs, help you better understand your options, and provide guidance on potential paths to access the capital you need.
Schedule:
Thursday 10/22, 10 AM - 1 PM -

Madeline Farina
Marketing & Brand Strategy
LinkedInCan you help me clearly explain what my business does so people actually understand it?
Madeline Farina helps founders and small business owners build authentic brands, clarify their message and create marketing strategies that attract the right customers.
Schedule:
Thursday 10/8, 12 - 2 PM
Thursday 10/22, 12 - 2 PM
Thursday 11/5, 12 - 2 PM -

Allison Howard
The Funding Table
LinkedInBring your questions, your financials, or just your curiosity.
Whether you're trying to understand your options for the first time or you're ready to apply for a loan tomorrow, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Schedule
Wednesday 10/28, 10 AM - 12 PM -
Liana Maneese
Founder Feelings
LinkedInHow do I deal with burnout when I can’t step away from my business?
Founder & Lead Clinician of Transitional Characters, Liana provides a supportive and grounding space designed to help founders, creatives and leaders navigate emotional, relational and identity-centered challenges.
Schedule
Coming Soon -

Leanna McGrath
Customer Success & Leadership
LinkedInWhat does a first customer success hire actually look like, and when do I know I'm ready for one?
Leanna McGrath is an executive coach and organizational coach who has joined Office Hours to share over a decade of knowledge on leading customer success and operations. She specializes in coaching executive women on authentic leadership, confidence and communication.
Schedule:
Tuesday 10/27, 10 AM- 12 PM
Tuesday 11/17, 10 AM - 12 PM
Wednesday 12/16, 10 AM - 12 PM -

Ginny Nemchick
People & Culture
LinkedInWhat systems should I build now so growth doesn’t create internal chaos?
Ask Ginny about writing accurate job descriptions, building equitable hiring practices and how to use effective management techniques to support a growing team.
Schedule
Tuesday 10/27, 10 AM - 2 PM -

Richard Newell
The Funding Table
LinkedInIs now the right time for taking out a business loan?
Rich Newell brings over 25 years of business banking and community lending experience, including nearly two decades at PNC Bank and six-plus years at the Neighborhood Community Development Fund.
Schedule
Wednesday 10/28, 10 AM - 12 PM -

Kevin O'Connell
Go to Market & Market Strategy
LinkedInHow do I evaluate and prioritize my market opportunities to accelerate growth? How do I create competitive positioning to win market share?
Kevin has nearly two decades of experience as a CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) as well as extensive experience in global consulting firms helping clients to develop go-to-market strategies and strategies to accelerate growth across multiple industries, both B2C and B2B.
Schedule
Tuesday 10/20, 10 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday 11/3, 10 AM - 12 PM
Wednesday 11/18, 10 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday 12/1, 10 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday 12/15, 10 AM - 12 PM -

John Rodella
Sales Strategy & Growth
LinkedInWhat specific steps can I take in the next 30-60 days to increase revenue?
Meet with John Rodella for support with sharpening your sales approach, strengthening your pipeline and removing obstacles holding back growth.
Schedule
Coming Soon -

Donald Robinson
Strategic Planning
LinkedInWhat do I do when the business feels stuck but I’m not sure why?
Whether you’re preparing for a big decision, rethinking your business model or just trying to get unstuck, this session is designed to meet you where you are.
Schedule
Wednesday 10/14, 12 PM - 2 PM -

Wei Yu
Tech & Law
LinkedInDo I actually need a patent, trademark or copyright- and which should I do first?
Navigating legal questions in the AI era? Schedule time with Wei Yu, Intellectual Property attorney and get your questions answered.
Schedule
Thursday 10/22, 1-4 PM
Thursday 11/19, 1-4 PM
Thursday 12/17, 1-4 PM
All meetings with Wei are virtual.
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