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Join us on Wednesday, May 7 starting 6:00 p.m. for the formal launch of the Second Annual Philadelphia Regional Startup World Cup Pitch Competition, hosted in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures and Temple University.

During this event, attendees will gain insights into the importance of pitching, how to make your pitch stand out from the crowd, and how to apply for our pitch competition. This Philadelphia competition is one of more than 100 regional pitch competitions happening across the world. The Philadelphia first prize winner will compete in the Startup World Cup, largest tech competition in the world.

During this session, you will hear from Bill Reichert, Partner at Pegaus Tech Ventures and the winners of last years Philadelphia Regional Startup World Cup Pitch Competition. This Tech Talks event is in partnership CIC Philadelphia.

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Join Philadelphia VIP and Morgan Lewis on April 9 for a free legal webinar.

This webinar, led by A. Klair Fitzpatrick and Simone Adkins, will cover the basics of employment law for small business owners and Philly nonprofits. Learn the legal distinctions between volunteers, private contractors, and employees, and what these different employment statuses mean for your small business or nonprofit.

The webinar is free and open to Philly-area small businesses and nonprofits. The webinar will be held via Zoom and will last approximately one hour, with time for a brief Q&A at the end.

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Join Philadelphia VIP and Dilworth Paxson LLP on April 16 for a free legal webinar.

This webinar, led by H. Lee Schwartzberg, will cover the legal considerations of onboarding shareholders. Learn about percentage shares, contract enforcement, negotiation, and more, to ensure you are prepared when bringing on a new business partner.

The webinar is free and open to Philly-area small businesses. The webinar will be held via Zoom and will last approximately one hour, with time for a brief Q&A at the end.

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The Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) offers Doing Business in the City Workshops to help businesses navigate opportunities, resources, and processes for successfully contracting with the City of Philadelphia. These workshops are designed to support minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses (M/W/DSBEs) by providing guidance on:

• City procurement processes
• Certification requirements for becoming a registered M/W/DSBE
• How to find and bid on City contracts
• Networking opportunities with City departments, agencies, and prime contractors

The workshops equip businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to access City contracts, expand capacity, and grow sustainably, aligning with Philadelphia's commitment to economic opportunity for all.

Presenter: Jonathan Sklar, Vice President, Business Community Officer, Bank of America

Topic: Breaking Barriers for Entrepreneurs: Complimentary Resources to take your Business to the Next Level

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The Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) offers Business Development Workshops to empower minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses (M/W/DSBEs) with the skills, resources, and knowledge needed to thrive in Philadelphia's competitive business environment. These workshops focus on:

• Enhancing business capacity and readiness for growth opportunities.
• Providing guidance on City contracts, procurement processes, and certification.
• Delivering industry insights and best practices to help businesses succeed.
• Offering networking opportunities with City agencies, prime contractors, and business leaders.

OEO's Business Development Workshops are designed to foster economic inclusion by equipping businesses with the tools they need to expand, secure contracts, and contribute to Philadelphia's vibrant economy.

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