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SUMMARY:Trademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 1: Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so\, this event is a must-attend. In this first module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp\, we’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States. The event is free\, but space is limited\, so register early. \nThis module will cover the following topics: \n\nDefinitions and types of trademarks\nBenefits of federal registration\nSelecting a trademark\nFiling and registration\nFinding help\n\nThis module will be presented live via Webex from 2-3:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday\, April 1\, 2025\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session. Please register by March 31. \nRegister today \nBe sure to check out our other boot camp modules running consecutively every week for the eight-week duration. You can attend the whole series or just the specific modules that best meet your needs. Separate registration is required for each module. After each event\, we’ll email registrants links to a video recording of the module and a PDF of the presentation materials. You will only receive access to the recording if you are signed up for that module. \nFor questions about the event or the boot camp series\, please contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/trademark-basics-boot-camp-module-1-fundamentals-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
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SUMMARY:Life Science Women's Conference Pitch Practice & Feedback
DESCRIPTION:Companies looking for investors and funding to get their Ideas off the ground\, or move their business and products to the next phase\, may apply with the form below to practice pitches for funding. Pitch practices will be held in front of experienced funders and investors at the Life Science Women’s Conference. This is not a “competition” and constructive feedback will be given to all chosen presenters. \nThe guidelines are as follows: \n– Product or service must be life science-related.\n– Company must be woman-owned or have a woman employee presenting.\n– Up to 10 companies will be chosen to present their investor deck.\n– Each chosen presenter will have a total of 10 minutes to give their presentation and receive feedback. The presentation itself should be less than 5 minutes.\n– Company presenters must be registered as attendees at the Life Science Women’s Conference.\n– Apply using the form below and submit a draft slide deck with the application. The draft may be modified prior to the actual presentation\, if desired.\n– Please specify what kind of investor (angel\, VC\, family office\, bank\, etc) you would target with the deck being presented.\n– Deadline for application is August 31st\, 2022.\n– Do not divulge any intellectual property in your presentation. \nPlease reach out to us at support@lifesciconf.com with any questions.\nTime: 12:00AM EDT – 5:00PM EDT
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/life-science-womens-conference-pitch-practice-feedback/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220823
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SUMMARY:VentureWell ASPIRE Medtech Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:We’re now accepting applications for ASPIRE Medtech! This hybrid five-week intensive program prepares startups for strategic partnerships and raising their first round of sophisticated investment. It will include one-on-one time with investors\, mock board meetings\, stress test scenarios\, and networking with fellow founders and companies. We’re seeking engineering and science innovations that create a positive impact on patient outcomes and lower the cost of quality healthcare. The application deadline is August 22. Start your application today!
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/venturewell-aspire-medtech-applications-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220628T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220628T193000
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SUMMARY:Building Your Business Through An Equity Lens
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON EVENT: This session will help entrepreneurs create equitable business cultures and practices for the present and future. \nTHIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON EVENT HELD AT ASCENDER.\n***Proof of vaccination and masks are required to attend the event.*** \nMore than ever\, organizations are not only expected to grapple with centuries of structural discrimination—their sustainability requires it. Traditional “Diversity & Inclusion” initiatives continue to fail underrepresented populations\, as well as organizations seeking transformative change. For true diversity and inclusion\, organizations must address more comprehensively their internal structures by intentionally centering the needs of those negatively impacted by these systems. \nThis FREE 1.5-hour interactive workshop facilitated by Amber Thompson\, founder of de-bias\, will help entrepreneurs: \n\nIdentify inequities in their industry\, region\, and organization\nEstablish policies\, procedures\, and practices that commit to equitable principles and values\nRetool and strategize to mitigate creating future problems or the perpetuation of existing problems
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/building-your-business-through-an-equity-lens/
LOCATION:6401 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh\, 15206\, 6401 Penn Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Moving Your Business Forward with Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop will prepare you to take actionable steps to get your business idea ready for production.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n✔️ – You have a brilliant idea. \n✔️ – You’ve designed the schematics and even tested a prototype with dozens of customers. \n✔️ – You’ve launched a successful crowdfunding campaign and are overrun with future orders. \nBut now\, you’re forced to keep pushing back your delivery dates because of failed manufacturing agreements\, production delays\, and other logistical complications. \nIf this sounds familiar\, you’re not alone. It’s pointless to design an innovative product if you’re unable to get it made\, yet setting up a manufacturing workflow continues to be one of the greatest hurdles for startups. \nThis interactive workshop will help you think critically about your startup’s manufacturing process and map out the steps you need to take to produce your goods and prevent delays in delivery. Our featured facilitator\, Connie Plaucka\, Vice President\, Consulting at Catalyst Connection\, will walk us through considerations and tips that contribute to having a smooth start to manufacturing your business’s products. In addition to highlighting trends to watch for in 2022\, Connie will also discuss how to prepare for success when approaching and establishing an agreement with a manufacturer. \nDon’t miss this virtual event if you are an entrepreneur or small business owner who has a product that needs to be manufactured and want to learn from an experienced leader. \nAt the end of this free 1-hour session\, you’ll walk away with: \n\nAn understanding of what’s needed to get an idea to a point where it’s ready for production\nBest practices for small businesses and startups as they begin to seek out potential manufacturers\nAn overview of Catalyst Connection and ways the organization can help small businesses accelerate their path to production\nGeneral business/manufacturing trends to anticipate and prepare for in 2022\n\nFeaturing: \nConnie Plaucka is Vice President\, Consulting at Catalyst Connection. Connie joined Catalyst Connection in 2005 and brings over 25 years of global sales\, business development\, and product development experience to her role as the Managing Director of Regional Initiatives. She leads a team that secures and executes grants initiatives to support manufacturers and build the region’s vibrancy. She also works with regional academic institutions\, economic development organizations\, and regional manufacturers to build new capabilities and help make Southwestern Pennsylvania a model for the nation. \nHer experience includes developing and executing global sales strategies\, implementing stage-gate product development programs\, and leading the execution of various strategic initiatives ranging from technology development and commercialization\, internal process improvement\, and building alliances to achieve strategic goals. Prior to joining Catalyst Connection\, Ms. Palucka was employed by Callery Chemical Co.\, Zeton-Altamira\, GE Reuter-Stokes\, and Westinghouse. Her most recent positions included Director of Strategic Planning and Initiatives\, Director of Sales and Business Development\, and V.P. of Sales and Marketing. \nMs. Palucka holds a B.S. degree in Chemistry from the University of Tennessee and an M.B.A. from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh. She became a certified New Product Development Professional in 2012. \n  \n  \n  \nThis even till be held virtually. Looking for the Zoom link? After registering\, check your inbox for an event confirmation to access the meeting link\, call-in information\, and other important details.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/moving-your-business-forward-with-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
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SUMMARY:IMPACT BootCamp Applications Now Open
DESCRIPTION:IMPACT BootCamp Applications are now open. Apply Today! http://ow.ly/7Maf50GkJHQ \nRead more about the training program https://idea2impact.org/programs/ \n  \nNote: Priority will be given to NIDILRR grantees.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/impact-bootcamp-applications-now-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:BootCamp,IMPACT Training,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210207T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T170000
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SUMMARY:idea2IMPACT BootCamp - Spring 2021 Cohort
DESCRIPTION:“idea 2 IMPACT: An Introduction to Translating Assistive Health Technologies and Other Products\,” hosted on Coursera\, Spring 2021 Cohort is now underway. This course provides foundational content for taking an idea step by step through the translational process to maximize impact for an intended audience. It is a great way to become familiar with technology translation or even a refresher for those who may have experience taking their technology to market already. Stay tuned for when applications open for the Fall 2021 Cohort! More information about IMPACT training can be found on our website (here).
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/idea2impact-bootcamp-spring-2021-cohort/
CATEGORIES:BootCamp,IMPACT Training,Training
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SUMMARY:idea2IMPACT BootCamp - Spring 2021 - Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:“idea 2 IMPACT: An Introduction to Translating Assistive Health Technologies and Other Products\,” hosted on Coursera\, is now accepting applications for the Spring 2021 cohort. (Apply Here)  This course will provide foundational content for taking an idea step by step through the translational process to maximize impact for an intended audience. It is a great way to become familiar with technology translation or even a refresher for those who may have experience taking their technology to market already. The course\, sponsored by NIDILRR funds\, is free for grantees. \nidea 2 IMPACT (i2I) is part of the IMPACT Center’s multi-level training program that is built to increase awareness and capacity of grantees’ knowledge of technology transfer. The i2I Bootcamp (Phase 1 of Training) will include weekly online recitations\, live feedback from colleagues and mentors\, and focused discussion. BootCamp is required prior to taking Phase 2 of Training\, the Assistive Technology focused IMPACT StartUp. More information about IMPACT StartUp can be found on our website (here). \nApplications are due by Friday\, October 30\, 2020. The course will begin January 25\, 2021. (Apply Now)
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/idea2impact-bootcamp-spring-2021-applications-open/
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