Center for Women's Entrepreneurship (CWE)

09/08/2026

Join us for The Credit Playbook: Reports, Scores & Smart Debt Strategies and learn how to understand your credit, improve your score, and make smarter debt decisions.

📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:15 PM
💻 Online Webinar
🎟️ FREE

Presented with Advantage Credit Counseling Service

Take control of your credit and register today: https://www.cwe.chatham.edu/events/creditwebinar

09/08/2026

Join business and community leaders, professionals at all career stages, and organizations committed to advancing women and strengthening our region. Whether you’re looking to be inspired, expand your network, or celebrate exceptional leadership, the ATHENA Awards® brings together Pittsburgh’s most influential and future-focused voices.

Venue: The Westin Convention Center Pittsburgh | 1000 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Agenda:
Friday, September 11
11:00AM-12:00PM | Networking
12:00PM-1:30PM | Luncheon Program

Learn more at https://www.pghtech.org/events/ATHENA_2026_1

Someone in your network is waiting for this moment.

She’s the emerging leader who needs inspiration.
The mentor who deserves recognition.
The colleague who is ready for her next chapter.
The changemaker who deserves to know she belongs in rooms like this.

Invite her to join you at the 2026 ATHENA Awards Program of Greater Pittsburgh on Friday, September 11.

Bring your team. Bring your colleagues. Bring the people who inspire you and introduce them to the remarkable leaders who are shaping our region’s future!

Reserve your table or sponsor the event, and create an experience they won’t forget. Learn more at https://www.pghtech.org/events/ATHENA_2026_1

Want to make an even bigger impact? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities—contact Ashley Steckel ([email protected]) to learn more.

09/08/2026

A Wonderful Achievement! 🌟

We’re proud to celebrate Little Learners Childcare for receiving the Keystone STAR 4🎉

This achievement reflects their team’s dedication to providing quality care, learning, and support for the children and families they serve. 💛

Congratulations on this wonderful achievement! 🌟

09/04/2026

💜 Help inspire the next generation of young women leaders!

She Elevates, Inc. is a local mentorship program serving 19 girls in 5th & 6th grade across Greater Pittsburgh, building their confidence, leadership skills, and entrepreneurial spirit.

This January, they're focusing on Leadership Development and need guest speakers, mentors, and volunteers from our community to share their career journeys and life experience.

Want to get involved? Email Kache' Troutman at [email protected] with your name, business/organization, and how you'd like to help. 🌟

She Elevates empowers, inspires and motivates girls ages 8 to 15 to be confident leaders, entrepreneurs and CEOs. Our programs help girls make a difference in their lives and communities.

09/03/2026

Exciting News - CWE Director Anne Flynn Schlicht will be featured on WPXI-TV Pittsburgh Our Region's Business show this Sunday, September 6th at 11AM. Anne will be discussing Women in Business, Industry Trends and CWE’s 20th Anniversary Milestone.

09/03/2026

Congratulations to London Bridges Child Development Center LLC

London Bridges is celebrating an exciting new chapter with a larger location, creating even more space to serve children and families in the Pittsburgh community. 💙

📍 5938 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
📞 412-730-3805 | 412-954-2133
🌐 https://londonbridgescdc.org/

This growth is well deserved, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. 🌟

09/02/2026

Join us for The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance, a special event commemorating the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.

Together, we'll reflect on the lives forever changed by 9/11 and celebrate the courage, compassion, and resilience that continue to inspire us today.

The evening will feature a book presentation by Lillie Leonardi, author of In the Shadow of a Badge, sharing powerful stories of service, healing, and hope.

Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Manos The Manos Gallery
Aluminum City Arts
200 Freeport Road
New Kensington, PA 15068

Ticket: $20

Includes:
- Admission to the event
- Book presentation by Lillie Leonardi
- Exclusive invitation to VIP Night at the 24 Minis Exhibition
- Refreshments

Reserve your seat today: https://givebutter.com/the-spirit-of-service-a-quarter-century-of-remembrance-6bl1tv

09/01/2026

Concept to Launch is a 6-week entrepreneurial training program for entrepreneurs in the early stages of starting a business.

Classes focus on:
✅Developing the business concept
✅Identifying target customers and markets
✅Marketing strategies
✅Foundational operations of your business
✅Basic financials
✅Legal business entities
✅Using AI for your business

Facilitator: Rachel Webber, CWE Business Advisor

Learn more and register here: https://www.cwe.chatham.edu/events/concept2launchfall2026

09/01/2026

🚨 LAST CALL! Applications close September 3!

Interested in starting a child care business? Don’t miss your chance to apply for the free Business of Child Care Start-Up Training Program.

Get tailored training, one-on-one coaching, entrepreneurial resources, and more to help turn your child care business idea into reality.

⏰ Deadline: September 3, 2026

Apply here: https://www.cwe.chatham.edu/events/cwe-boc-fall2026-application

08/31/2026

What’s coming at CWE?

CWE has exciting opportunities coming up this fall!

🚨 Deadline Sept. 3: Apply for The Business of Child Care Start-Up program.

💡Concept to Launch: Turn your business idea into a plan.

💳 The Credit Playbook: Build your credit knowledge and make smarter financial decisions.

🍽️ ServSafe Food Protection Manager Course: Strengthen your food safety knowledge and earn your certification.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your business to the next level, there’s something for you.

👉 Explore upcoming CWE events and find your next opportunity: https://www.cwe.chatham.edu/events