Join in the experience of the Pitch Session and extend your appreciation for making an effective pitch. After attending the monthly pitch training sessions entrepreneurs have the opportunity to practice making a pitch in a safe environment. Pitchers learn through feedback how to improve and strengthen their pitch. Observers learn from the experiences of others. The next Pitch Session will be August 29, 2019. To register to pitch, please access the library's events calendar at
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Get NaperLaunch Member Benefits
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Members of NaperLaunch become part of a dynamic startup community with member benefits, such as access to a free coworking space up to 12 hours a day, access to a private room (with a reservation) for client meetings or conference calls, and access to the popular NaperLaunch Academy.
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NaperLaunch has partnered since its inception with the Fox Valley chapter of SCORE in all our events and activities. SCORE provides a cadre of local business coaches who can assist a business owner in startup or strategic pivots. This service is free! SCORE Mentors attend almost all of our meetups and workshops giving participants the chance to get acquainted.
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Web Design & Landing Pages, Part 1
Thursday, August 1, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
In part 1 of Web Design & Landing Page Concepts, participants will learn: 1. Key design elements for home pages and landing pages; 2. How are home pages unique; 3. What to include and what not to include on the webpage; and 4. How to customize these elements to a specific type of business. Today's presenter is Jim King, owner of Architect Marketing Solutions. Jim has extensive experience in sales & marketing and currently focuses on building websites for his clients that are effective in converting viewers into customers.
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SCORE Women's Business Roundtable
Wednesday, August 7, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
95th Street Library Meeting Room C
Women business owners, startups and entrepreneurs come together to discuss business challenges and opportunities. Use this group as your advisory team and learn how to overcome the many challenges of entrepreneurship.
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SCORE Business Roundtable
Thursday, August 8, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
A moderated open discussion addressing issues faced by the entrepreneurs and business owners who attend. Use this roundtable discussion as an advisory group to gain new insights, different perspectives and new techniques. Participants come away better prepared to startup or manage a business.
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Web Design & Landing Pages, Part 2
Thursday, August 15, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
In part 2 of Web Design & Landing Page Concepts, participants will learn: 1. Key functionality elements for home pages and landing pages; 2. How to get visitors to the next step (micro-conversion); 3. How to avoid distracting customers and provide adequate information; 4. Which tools are effective in measuring website activity; and 5. How to setup the conversion funnel and measure it. Today's presenter is also Jim King, owner of Architect Marketing Solutions.
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Storytelling for Business Owners, Part 1
Thursday, August 1, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
In this workshop, business owners will learn:1. The power of storytelling and the importance of starting with why.2. The three milestones of the Muse Storytelling Process (Purpose, People, Structure).3. How to define purpose by developing keywords. Scott Potter, owner and creative director at Hidden Catalyst, is a Muse Certified Storyteller. He advises clients on branding, promotional storytelling and specializes in film production.
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Storytelling for Business Owners, Part 2
Thursday, August 15, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
In this workshop, business owners will learn:1. How to use the developed keywords to define the people involved.2. How to form story structure through place and plot.3. How to use storytelling to boost business promotional activities. Scott Potter, owner and creative director at Hidden Catalyst, will also present Part 2 of this workshop.
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