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Upcoming events

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
May
14

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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May 2024 Coffee Connections
May
16

May 2024 Coffee Connections

Coffee Connections are monthly networking and educational collaborations with the Pike County, Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Each month we host a local business, organization, or individual that is making an impact on our community. The month of May we will be having guest from Heart to Heart Hospice Care.

Coffee from a local roaster, Smalley Coffee, water, and breakfast will be included.

Learn more about this month's sponsor by visiting their website here.

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Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
Jun
4

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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Free Cowork Day
Jun
5

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

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American Heart Association - Heartsaver CPR AED Course
Jun
12

American Heart Association - Heartsaver CPR AED Course

This American Heart Association course provides information on how to manage illness until professional help arrives on the scene. Skills taught include adult, child, and infant CPR and AED use, and relief of choking in adults, children and infants. In order to receive a course completion card, participants must pass a skills evaluation in CPR and AED.

Heartsaver CPR /AED is designed for anyone with little or no medical training. These courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared to act in an emergency.

Pike County, Indiana CPR/AED Training: This training will be held at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. This event is funded by the Pike County, Indiana United Way.

Registration is limited to the first 12. Please note, you must be a Pike County, Indiana resident or employee.

Coffee, water, and light refreshments will be provided.

Register online by clicking the link here.

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Free Cowork Day
Jul
3

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

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Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
Jul
9

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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Free Cowork Day
Aug
7

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

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Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
Aug
20

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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Free Cowork Day
May
1

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

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QuickBooks Online Basics (QBO) - Presentation
Apr
25

QuickBooks Online Basics (QBO) - Presentation

Join us Tuesday, April 23 from 8:00 - 10:00 am ET to hear from our incredible guest speaker, Deborah Gross. Deb is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor for Kemper CPA Group and has such a fantastic way of communicating with various audiences. A passion for supporting businesses of all sizes and goals, Deb takes time each year to invest her knowledge and experience for our community here at the Tech Center.

During this presentation you can expect the following schedule:

8 – 8:15 Meet & Greet

8:15 – 9:15 Presentation

9:15 – 10:00 Follow Up Questions

1 hour presentation

  • Introduction to QBO online

  • Overview

  • Functions

  • Demo

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April 2024 Coffee Connections
Apr
18

April 2024 Coffee Connections

Coffee Connections are monthly networking and educational collaborations with the Pike County, Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Each month we host a local business, organization, or individual that is making an impact on our community. The month of April we will be having guest from Bedford Collab.

Coffee from a local roaster, Smalley Coffee, water, and breakfast will be included.

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Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
Apr
9

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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Free Cowork Day
Apr
3

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

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Entrepreneur Spotlight: Calorita Food & Prep
Mar
28

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Calorita Food & Prep

Join us for an exciting in-person event, where we will be shining the spotlight on Olivia Howald, owner of Calorita Food & Prep! This event will be held at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center, on Wednesday, January 17th from 5:30 - 7:00 pm ET. Olivia opened Calorita Food & Prep in 2022, and has been growing her business from curbside to catering ever since.

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Launching Your Own Business (In-Person)
Mar
19

Launching Your Own Business (In-Person)

Every successful business is built on a solid foundation. This class will help you decide if you're ready to start a business than evaluate your business idea and ensure you're taking the steps to increase the chances of a successful launch.

Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Advisors will help you understand: Your personal readiness to start a business, How to perform market research and interpret the information, Whether your business idea is viable AND feasible (including the identification of startup costs), How to write a business plan and develop a financial projection, Financing options available, and Specific steps to take as you launch a business.

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March 2024 Coffee Connections
Mar
14

March 2024 Coffee Connections

Coffee Connections are monthly networking and educational collaborations with the Pike County, Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Each month we host a local business, organization, or individual that is making an impact on our community. The month of March we will be having guest from Springs Valley Bank & Trust.

Coffee from a local roaster, Smalley Coffee, water, and breakfast will be included.

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Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell
Mar
12

Office Hours with Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator - Danielle Powell

Meet with Danielle Bridgette Powell, Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Ecosystem Navigator as you experience your journey into entrepreneurship!

Learn more about Danielle by reading her bio below -

An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator is better described as a small business info desk person. "I advocate for all businesses to support their efforts in operational success. I work with entrepreneurs and community partners to foster a vibrant regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and help entrepreneurs connect with the right resources at the right time."

https://calendly.com/danielleisbdc/1-1-w-danielle-powell-sbdc-navigator-in-pike-clone

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Free Cowork Day
Mar
6

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

Register to attend by clicking here.

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QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) Upcoming Changes - Presentation
Feb
27

QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) Upcoming Changes - Presentation

Join us Tuesday, February 27 from 8:00 - 10:00 am ET to hear from our incredible guest speaker, Deborah Gross. Deb is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor for Kemper CPA Group and has such a fantastic way of communicating with various audiences. A passion for supporting businesses of all sizes and goals, Deb takes time each year to invest her knowledge and experience for our community here at the Tech Center.

During this presentation you can expect the following schedule:

8 – 8:15 Meet & Greet

8:15 – 9:15 Presentation

9:15 – 10:00 Follow Up Questions

1 hour presentation

  • Upcoming Changes

  • Options

  • What to Consider

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February coffee connections
Feb
15

February coffee connections

Coffee Connections are monthly networking and educational collaborations with the Pike County, Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Each month we host a local business, organization, or individual that is making an impact on our community. The month of February we will be having guest from Oakland City University.

Coffee from a local roaster, Smalley Coffee, water, and breakfast will be included.

Register to attend by clicking here.

Learn more about this month's sponsor by visiting their website.

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Free Cowork Day
Feb
7

Free Cowork Day

Join us for a fun-filled day of collaboration and productivity at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker, this in-person event is designed to provide you with a free and inspiring workspace. Take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable environment to boost your creativity and get work done. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the benefits of coworking without any cost. Mark your calendar and get ready for a productive day at the Free Cowork Day!

Register to attend by clicking here.

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Coffee Connections - December
Dec
14

Coffee Connections - December

Coffee Connections are monthly networking and educational collaborations with the Pike County, Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the EBTC. Each month we host a local business, organization, or individual that is making an impact on our community.

Coffee from a local roaster, Smalley Coffee, water, and breakfast will be included.

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FREE COWORK DAY
Dec
13

FREE COWORK DAY

Interested in trying out our coworking space? Join us each month for a free day on us! You will have access to delicious coffee, high-speed internet, printing services, our huddle room, and more. Registration is preferred. Let us know you are planning to attend by registering online here.

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PIKE CO. INDIANA CRAFTERS MEETUP
Nov
20

PIKE CO. INDIANA CRAFTERS MEETUP

A monthly meetup and collaboration session for crafters in Pike County, Indiana. We invite you to come and meet local artists and makers to help you build your network and market family. This event is designed for the participants in mind. We want local entrepreneurs to find others developing their business in similar fashions.

Interested in attending? Register in advance by visiting eventbrite.

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Nov
17

Coworking Celebration - Global Entrepreneurship Week

Coworking Celebration - Global Entrepreneurship Week

Date: November 17, 2023

Location: The Pantheon Theatre, Main Street, Vincennes, IN, USA

Join us for an exciting in-person event, the Coworking Celebration, during Global Entrepreneurship Week! This week is dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit, and what better way to collaborate than to bring together three coworking spaces' networks and celebrate together at one of our spaces? The Pantheon Theatre, located on Main Street in Vincennes, IN, USA, will be the vibrant hub for this engaging event. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to network, learn, and celebrate entrepreneurship. Mark your calendars for November 17, 2023!

Please coordinate with your local coworking space to arrange travels for the day. This event includes individuals who are existing coworking members, business owners, and anyone interested in learning more about coworking.

Participating spaces from the Indiana Coworking Passport include:

Elmer Buchta Technology Center

The Hub 127

The Pantheon

Let us know you are joining the celebration by registering via link. You may also send an email to your “home” coworking space to RSVP.

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