LeBow Calendar

11/30/09 - The LeBow Centers of Excellence Present: Managing Crisis in Emerging Companies

This event features a panel discussion that will highlight an authentic situation of an emerging company in crisis. There will be one panelist representing each LeBow College Center of Excellence, who will discuss this real situation from the perspectives of entrepreneurship, leadership, governance and reputation management. Please join us for this unique event, unprecedented in the region, presented by The LeBow College Centers of Excellence: The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship; The Sovereign Institute for Strategic Leadership; The Center for Corporate Governance; and the The Center for Corporate Reputation Management. Panelists: Pamela H. Godwin, President Change Partners, Inc. Michael J. Hagan, Former Chairman, NutriSystem, Inc. Jessica Sharp, Principal, Maven Communications LLC Jonathan Ziegert, Ph.D., Asst. Professor, Management Department Moderator: Mark P. Loschiavo, Executive Director and Sr. Exec. in Residence, Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship Agenda 7:30 a.m. - Breakfast and Networking 8 - 10 a.m. - Panel Discussion

Date: 11/30/09 7:30am
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall, Creese Student Center 32nd and Chestnut Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Donna DeCarolis, 215.895.1795
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/LeBowCenters

12/01/09 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop -

The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship Presents "Entrepreneur 2.0: Social Media Strategies for Startups" Workshop Leaders: Marilyn Moran, Internet Marketing Strategist Team and a Dream Lester “Skip” Shuda, Co-founder & CEO Team and a Dream Tuesday, December 1 5-7 pm Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship 3225 Arch Street, Ground Floor Drexel University's Main Campus Would you like to learn how to navigate the Social Media landscape? Whether you are educating the market about your new product, building credibility for your company or driving prospects to your Web site, there are tools, channels and tactics that have been shown to provide results. Come and help us SociallySource(TM) a social media strategy for one of the workshop attendees while having fun and learning about Social Media. Marilyn Moran is a passionate and experienced Internet Marketing and Social Media Consultant. Prior to working with Team and a Dream, she worked for interactive agencies managing Internet marketing, web development, and social media solutions. Her knowledge, commitment, enthusiasm, and fresh approach to using the social web and social tools for marketing has positioned her as an authority in this emerging field. In addition to her passion for all things new media, she is also an avid Search Marketing practitioner. Employing SEO techniques such as key word analysis, link building, directory optimization, SEO copywriting, website usability, information architecture, and metrics analysis to market websites. In her spare time, she frequently researches and writes about new Internet marketing trends, tools, and technology; as well as attends seminars, conferences, and also speaking at workshops. In addition to her work & research, she serves as Community Manager of PANMA as well as a Director of Social Media Club Philadelphia http://socialmediaclub.pbworks.com/Philadelphia> . As the leader of Team and a Dream, Skip Shuda has a passion for working with Internet startups using his experience, lessons and tools to assist fellow entrepreneurs. Team and a Dream helps to accelerate the launch of web businesses through a focus on the creation, refinement and deployment of strong eBusiness models. Their work involves social media marketing, market and competitive assessments and Internet marketing strategies. Skip is an active participant and speaker in the Philadelphia entrepreneurial community. His work includes teaching at the Wharton Small Business Development Center and consultation with the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA. He runs the Integral Philly Meetup community. Skip has a B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science respectively from the University of Delaware and Villanova University. He is a graduate of the world's first certificate program for Integral Theory (aka AQAL), a comprehensive model of human consciousness, psychology and systems. He is also a Trained Holacracy Facilitator, which allows organizations to adopt agile practices for dynamic steering and emergent decision making. His research interests include social media strategy, organizational transformations, entrepreneurial archetypes and business applications of Integral Theory. Register online at the Baiada Center's Calendar of Events http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Centers/Baiada/Calendar. For additional information, contact Terri McIlhenney at terrim@drexel.edu.

Date: 12/01/09 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2463

12/10/09 - Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Funding Startups Without Selling Shares"

Instructor: Aron N. Starosta, Ph.D. Managing Partner, EvoTx LLC The economic situation that our country is in has forced a large number of very smart people, with very specific skills to branch off from conventional jobs and seek their fortunes running a start-up business. While running a business is a challenge in itself, finding the funding in these lean economic times is even more difficult. This seminar provides an opportunity to learn ways to fund a very early stage company with up to $1.5M dollars with no payback, just some hard work. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Business Management and Organization. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code.

Date: 12/10/09 8:30am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2535

01/11/10 - Breathing Life Into Your Business Idea

This workshop is designed for Drexel student teams who are developing business plans for submission into the 2010 Business Concept Competition or Business Plan Competition. The elements of a sound business plan will be reviewed; you will meet the Hagerty Library business librarian and the Baiada team of mentors; and all Baiada Competitions will be introduced. This event provides an excellent opportunity to network with fellow students and build your competitive team. Breathing Life into Your Business Idea Agenda: The Elements of an Effective Business Plan Getting Aquainted with Library Resources Meet the Mentors on Call Overview of Baiada Center Competitions Refreshments and Networking

Date: 01/11/10 4:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2471

01/12/10 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Markets and Niches Do Not Matter - But Here are the 5 Things That Do"

Jim E. Katzenberger

Date: 01/12/10 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2464

01/19/10 - Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "The Complete Innovator"

Nicholas C. Barbi Ph.D., CEO PulseTor, LLC The ability to execute strategically on an innovative idea is key to success whether you are an entrepreneur, an intrapreneur, a business unit leader, or a CEO. So often we hear folks say that “all it takes is a great idea”. Similarly, scientists and engineers think that their technical strength alone will carry their ideas through to real innovation. These views are typically just wishful thinking. This seminar will teach four key elements necessary to become a complete innovator. - Entrepreneurial Mindset - Communicating & Evolving Ideas - Project Mentality - Planning Process This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Business Management and Organization. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code.

Date: 01/19/10 8:30am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2553

02/01/10 - Concept Paper Submission DEADLINE

Date: 02/01/10 12:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2473

02/10/10 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Bootstrapping and Creating Value for Startups"

Tom Bonney, Managing Director CMF Associates, LLC

Date: 02/10/10 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2465

02/18/10 - Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Become Famous In Your Niche So Business Comes to You"

Bill Ringle, Business Growth Strategist and eBusiness Expert The Holy Grail of running a business is to have customers calling you, right? Wouldn't you love to have people going to your web site, sending you e-mail, and phoning you to place orders and book projects? It's not half as hard to become a celebrity in your niche as you think. Attend this seminar to learn how to hone your audio logo, master the fundamentals of a drip, trip, and cascade campaign, learn 5 tricks that the pros use to multiply their visibility with minimal effort and time, use advanced language patterns to engage attention and persuade prospects and many other ways to famous in your market. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Marketing. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code.

Date: 02/18/10 8:30am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2557

03/03/10 - Entrepreneurial Breakfast Forum

TBD

Date: 03/03/10 7:30am
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall, Creese Student Center 32nd and Chestnut Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2472

03/09/10 - Concept Pitch Competition

The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship is hosting its second annual Business Concept Pitch Competition on Monday, March 9 at 5 pm (VENUE TBD). Nine entrepreneurial student teams, representing finalists from the written concept paper competition, will present their business ideas in three-minute pitches to a panel of distinguished judges. Teams represent students from all across the University and three winners will be selected and awarded cash prizes totaling $3,000. A reception will follow the event.

Date: 03/09/10 5:00pm
Location: Venue TBD, (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2475

03/18/10 - Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - DiSC Indra: Understanding the Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships

Instructor: Terry Wall, President T. G. Wall Management Consulting, LLC How can busy executives get an edge on managing diverse relationships in a complex, ever-changing world? The answer is DiSC Indra, a learning instrument that explains the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. This workshop will introduce you to DiSC Indra, a self-scored assessment that provides detailed insight into your interpersonal communication style, insight that can help improve your overall effectiveness and productivity. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Communications and Personal Development. National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code.

Date: 03/18/10 8:30am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2559

03/23/10 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Negotiating Effectively"

Presenter: Bob Norris, President Complete Healthcare Communications

Date: 03/23/10 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2466

04/06/10 - Seminars in Entrepreneurial Excellence - "Time Strategies and the Achievement Pyramid: 5 Steps to Getting Things Done"

Instructor: James (Jim) E. Katzenberger, Principal AccelerX Group What individual or organization would not like more time to get things done? We cannot put more “time on the clock”, but we can apply methods to get more from the time you have. Whether you are just starting your career, an established manager, or a burgeoning Entrepreneur, you will benefit from learning Time Strategies techniques and how effective time strategies are your key to having a balanced Achievement Pyramid. This training session is co-sponsored by the “Corporate and Executive Education Center at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business”. Earn up to 4.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the field of Personal Development National Registry of CPE Sponsors- LeBow College of Business, Division of Drexel University is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org *Cost: $100 General Admission; $75 Drexel Alumni - Contact Debra Colbert-Maduforo at debbie@drexel.edu for coupon code.

Date: 04/06/10 8:30am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2561

04/07/10 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Exceeding Customer Expectations"

Presenter: Bob Stalbaum Strategies for Success

Date: 04/07/10 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2467

04/19/10 - Business Plan Submission DEADLINE

Date: 04/19/10 12:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2474

05/11/10 - Entrepreneurial Skills Workshop - "Marketing Is Ultimately Service"

Sean Martorana +HE_S+UDiO

Date: 05/11/10 5:00pm
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2468

06/02/10 - 2010 Entrepreneur Conference

2010 Entrepreneur Conference

Date: 06/02/10 8:00am
Location: World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2460

07/12/10 - StartUp! 2010

StartUp! - A week long program that teaches entrepreneurial skills to high school students.

Date: 07/12/10 9:00am
Location: Baiada Center, Academic Building 3225 Arch Street Philadelphia PA 19104 (directions)
Contact: Terri McIlhenney, 215.895.0302
View Event: http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/2469