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SUMMARY:How To Do Business with the Government
DESCRIPTION:Government agencies are the biggest source of contracting opportunities with over $50 billion set aside for women-owned firms. You can grow your business significantly when you learn how to bid on these opportunities. Take advantage of this lucrative revenue stream by becoming a certified business owner. \n  \n \nFeature Speaker\n \nLauren Linakis\nAssistant Director at Small Business Development Center at SUNY Farmingdale\nFarmingdale SBDC \nLauren Linakis joined the Farmingdale SBDC in 2019. Before arriving at the SBDC\, Lauren was the Associate Director of the LaGuardia Community College Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, where she helped small businesses understand government contracting and how to market their goods and services to the government. In recognition of her expertise in government procurement assistance\, Lauren earned her Certified Procurement Professional Certificate from the Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers in 2016.  \nThroughout her career\, Lauren has focused on helping small businesses get registered to work with the government\, get certified as an MWBE or disadvantaged business\, and apply for contracts with the government.  In 2020\, Lauren was awarded the New York SBDC’s Lead by Example award in recognition of her collaboration with New York SBDC advisors in helping their clients understand the government procurement space. In 2022\, she was awarded America’s SBDC Top 40 Under 40 Young Professionals Award\, a recognition of SBDC staff from across the national network who demonstrate innovation\, leadership\, and commitment to the SBDC mission.   \nLauren holds her Bachelor’s degree in political science from Barnard College and her Master’s in economic development from Columbia University.
URL:https://womensventurefund.org/event/how-to-do-business-with-the-government/
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SUMMARY:“Why a Winning Business Plan is Your Ultimate Secret Weapon!”
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting and dynamic Lunch & Learn where you’ll dive deep into the art of crafting a winning business plan while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In this engaging session\, you’ll uncover valuable insights and practical strategies that not only drive business success but also enhance your personal well-being. Our expert speakers will guide you through essential tools and techniques\, ensuring you leave feeling empowered and inspired. \nThis is more than just a learning experience; it’s a chance to transform your approach to both work and life. Connect with like-minded individuals\, share ideas\, and gain fresh perspectives that can elevate your business journey. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future—reserve your spot today and take the first step towards a more balanced and successful life! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nFeature Speaker\nAshley Boiling\nOwner and designer\nAdventurous Jill and Generous Jill Group \nAshley Bolling is an American Businesswoman\, owner\, and designer.  She runs a growing nonprofit and for-profit venture portfolio based out of New York City. Under each entity\, Adventurous Jill and Generous Jill Group – the nonprofit\, Ashley manages co-investments in enterprises across the industries of Affordable Housing\, Hospitality and Hotels\, Clothing Recycling and Waste management\, Retail\, and Retail tech.\nHer passion for sports\, fashion\, enterprise\, and economics powers her unique approach to consumerism\, investment\, and business design. Her style of pairing intentional organizational construction with disruptive creativity is what she considers the backbone of her venture philosophy. \nAshley served 5 years in the US Army and is a proud service-disabled veteran.\nShe graduated from University of Central Florida where she was a D1 track and field athlete in the 60 indoor high hurdles and the 100 outdoor high hurdles. She studied communications and received a Bachelor’s of Sciences in Interpersonal and Organizational Communications.\nAshley was born in Newport News\, VA and resides between Arizona\, New York\, and Florida.
URL:https://womensventurefund.org/event/why-a-winning-business-plan-is-your-ultimate-secret-weapon/
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SUMMARY:The Forgotten Risks Business Owners Can’t Afford to Ignore
DESCRIPTION:Protect First\, Grow Smarter: The Forgotten Risks Business Owners Can’t Afford to Ignore\nHow to Help Secure Your Income\, Assets\, and Legacy Before Scaling Your Business\nJuly 3\, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT\nIn this session\, we’ll explore the critical differences between simply being secured and properly protected—especially as it relates to your income\, your business\, and your loved ones. We’ll examine what happens when your ability to work suddenly disappears and through real-life examples\, we’ll highlight how these protections safeguard your cash flow. Whether you’re a business owner\, an employee\, or a family provider\, this session will help you understand how to build a protection plan that truly works when it’s needed most. \nTopics: \n\nThe difference between being insured vs. being properly protected\nIf your ability to work disappears\, what happens to the business?\nReal examples of how short-term and long-term disability protection can help safeguards your cash flow\nLife Insurance: Protection With Purpose\nHelp Protect your business and family if something happens to you\n\n \nBrought to you by: \n \n  \n  \n  \nDisclaimers\nRegistered Representative of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 150 SOUTH WARNER ROAD\, SUITE 120\, KING OF PRUSSIA PA\, 19406\, 267-4680822. Securities products offered through PAS\, member FINRA\, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian)\, New York\, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. National Financial Network is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian.\nThis seminar is for informational purposes only. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used with permission. 8062828.1 Exp 6/25
URL:https://womensventurefund.org/event/the-forgotten-risks-business-owners-cant-afford-to-ignore/
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SUMMARY:AI for Small Business: Practical Tools to Work Smarter\, Not Harder
DESCRIPTION:AI for Small Business: Practical Tools to Work Smarter\, Not Harder\nWomen’s Venture Fund (WVF) invites you to an interactive webinar designed to help small business owners understand how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used in practical\, affordable\, and effective ways—no technical background required. \nDiscover how today’s AI tools can boost your productivity\, creativity\, and sales. This session will explore generative AI and show you how to apply it directly to your business\, especially in marketing and sales\, before investing in outside support like graphic designers or content writers. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nBy attending this session\, you will learn how to: \n\nCraft clear\, effective prompts to get better results from AI tools\nCreate professional documents\, articles\, blogs\, pitch decks\, and business plans\nDesign eye-catching images and videos to enhance your website and content\nUpdate existing materials such as capability statements and PowerPoint presentations with ease\nDevelop strong marketing messages\, product descriptions\, and competitive analyses\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis webinar is ideal for small business owners and entrepreneurs who are curious about AI and want clear\, actionable guidance they can apply immediately to stay competitive and work more efficiently. \nRegistration is encouraged. Space is limited. \nJoin Women’s Venture Fund to learn how AI can become a powerful\, practical tool for your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeature Speaker\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob Stutzman\nMarketing and Social Media Chair\nBoston Business Mentors \nYour session leader is Rob Stutzman. As the Marketing and Social Media Chair for our Boston Business Mentors\, I actively practice what we preach with digital strategies that work. I’ve worked in Sales and Marketing roles ranging from startups to large enterprises like Verizon\, gaining experience across various industries. I enjoy helping people simplify marketing and feel confident using the powerful tools available today. \n 
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SUMMARY:When Your Plan Fails: What To Do That Actually Works
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