Single Steps Strategies

Just Films: I Am The Revolution
2020-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Chatham University, Shadyside Campus, 5700 Chapel Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15232, United States
I Am The Revolution is an inspiring documentary about three women fighting for freedom and gender equality – Selay Ghaffar, Rojda Felat, and Yanar Mohammed- while living in three of the worst countries in the world for women: Afghanistan, Syria, and Iraq.

Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series
2020-03-14 07:30 - 09:00, 2020-04-10 07:30 - 09:00, 2020-05-08 07:30 - 09:00, 2020-06-12 07:30 - 09:00 | James Laughlin Music Center, Chatham University Shadyside Campus, Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15232, United States
The Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series features prominent regional women business leaders speaking on a variety of progressive business topics. Casual networking and a continental breakfast precede engaging and interactive presentations on topics essential for women in business such as innovative entrepreneurship, strategic business growth, unique marketing strategies, and logistical business planning.

Webinar: Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) – What the New Paid Leave Law Means for Employers and Employees
2020-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
The new paid sick leave law requires employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specific reasons related to COVID-19. The law covers all employees, and the Department of Labor has issued lots of guidance concerning covered employers, qualifying reasons for leave, duration of leave, pay calculations, etc. etc. Failure to follow the rules may result in an Enforcement action and associated penalties. Jessica Lynch, Principal of Lynch Legal Consulting LLC, will present a practical review of the key issues in FFCRA for employers and employees to know. Lynch Legal Consulting provides workplace training, investigation, and facilitation services.

Webinar: The Hospitality & Tourism Industry Before, During, and After COVID-19
2020-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
CWE is partnering with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association to discuss the how hospitality and tourism industry has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and what the future and the new “normal” looks like for the industry. Speakers: Melissa Bova, Vice President of Government Affairs, and Hope Sterner, Director of Education, Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association.

LIVESTREAM: Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series (NEW DATE, NEW SPEAKER)
2020-05-15 08:00 - 09:00 | livestream
Topic: Living at the Intersection of Race and Gender
Hear Dr. Angela Reynolds, CEO, YWCA Greater Pittsburgh who took the helm of the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh, on February 24, 2020, an organization with over a 150 year history of promoting peace and justice. Within two weeks she was working with her new team to implement a pandemic plan, transition to remote work, establish ongoing communication with her board, and continue operations – while still introducing herself and leadership style to her team. Dr. Reynolds remained rooted in the passion that brought her to the position: knowing the YWCA is a critical regional partner in addressing persistent disparities between men and women, particularly for African American. What fueled her passion for eliminating racism and empowering women had not been altered by a pandemic – she is still an African-American woman ever mindful of the challenges and opportunities of living at the intersection of race and gender.

Women Who Wine May 28, 2020
2020-05-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Higher Voice Studio, 144 E. Main Street, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Women Who Wine May 28, 2020

Home is Where the Heart is… Does Your Home Reflect Your Heart?
A Virtual Evening for Women Who Wine

Your space should be beautiful, organized and simplified. Or, if it is time for a new space, you need to stage for sale or possibly downsize for settling into your next home.
Join our panel of experts to learn the latest trends in home decorating and answer your questions about how to make the most of your current or a new space.
Catherin Davin – Decorating
Sandy Kutchman – Organizing
Jackie Von Thun – Staging and Downsizing
Enjoy a virtual evening of information, education, conversation, networking, and of course, WINE.
This event is complimentary, but registration is required. Once you are registered, you will receive a webinar invitation the day before the event.
Register: Call 412-341-2888 ext.305 or email info@mfgplanners.com

Webinar: Better Budgeting and Credit Management During COVID-19
2020-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Webinar: Better Budgeting and Credit Management During COVID-19
When: Thursday, August 6, 2020
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Online
Cost: Free. Registration required.
Learn the ins and outs of budgeting and cutting back expenses to put more money in your pocket. You’ll also learn how your credit score is calculated and the steps you can take to increase it.
Presenter: Heather Murray, Manager of Community Relations, Advantage Credit Counseling Services
Register Here

Productivity 5-day Challenge
2020-09-28 - 2020-10-02 | Online
FREE 5-Day Challenge Reveals How To Go From Being Overwhelmed
To Starting To Take Control Of Your Life By Eliminating Brain
Clutter, Time-wasters, and Unproductive Habits.

Join the FREE “Uncork Your Productivity Challenge” and start focusing
on what truly matters to YOU by unraveling your brain clutter and
bad behaviors and replacing them with a productive lifestyle.

CHALLENGE STARTS ON September 28th, 2020. Registration required.

CWE Fall Virtual Open House
2020-09-29 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Come meet CWE staff online and learn about our programs for women business owners, including free business counseling and technical assistance, COVID-19 business resources, business training programs, webinars and membership.
Date: Tuesday, September 29
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Fee: Free. Registration required.
Click the link here to register for the event.

Dress for Success
2020-10-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Zoom Online Meeting
Virtual Black & Gold Gala – Kick Off Fundraiser
Join Dress for Success Pittsburgh on Thursday, October 1 for an interactive Virtual Black & Gold Gala Kickoff Fundraiser to support our mission and celebrate all things Pittsburgh, leading up to the Black & Gold Gala on Friday, May 14 at The Westin Pittsburgh. All attendees will be entered into a raffle to win an Apple Watch Series 5, donated by Range Resources.
This Pittsburgh-themed event is free to attend and will highlight local women owned/operated businesses, a cookie decorating demonstration by Lindsay Litterini, owner of Whoo’s Your Baker?, and an optional after-hours dance party with DJ Jess. Share your favorite Pittsburgh locale, photo or souvenir during the networking breakout sessions and don’t forget to wear your favorite black and gold or Pittsburgh themed outfit!

Concept to Launch
2020-10-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Online
“Concept to Launch” is a 6-week entrepreneurial training program for women in the early stages of starting a business.
Dates: Six Monday evenings from 5:30-7:30 PM starting on October 5th and ending on November 9th.
The Fall program will be offered Online Only and offered at a reduced rate of $45. The program is capped at 25 participants.
Required: Zoom capable device and internet access to participate.
Classes focus on:
– Developing the business concept
– Identifying target customers and markets
– Marketing strategies
– Foundational operations of your business
– Basic financials
– Legal business entities
– Developing and delivering your “pitch”
Contact Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship

Breaking Down the Business Plan
2020-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Breaking Down the Business Plan is a 6-week program to help you develop a comprehensive business plan for your business.
The foundation of a successful business is a solid business plan. Committing your idea to paper in the form of a business plan not only increases your chances of obtaining financing but also of keeping your efforts in line with your strategy. You will work through all the major components of writing a business plan and emerge with your first draft in hand. And most importantly, you will have completed the first-and most difficult-step on the path to small business success.

Women Who Wine - Virtual Event
2020-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar
Women Who Wine – Fall 2020
Pour a glass of WINE and join us for a virtual panel discussion on relationships, wellness, and physical well-being during 2020.
Survivor Skills for Abundant Living in an Upside Down World
Join us to learn skills to deal with a world of Pandemic and Pandemonium:

How to deal with relationships
How to stay mentally and emotionally well
How to enjoy physical health and wellness

When: Thursday, October 8th 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Where: Webinar – Invitations will be sent upon registration
Cost: Complimentary
Registration is required!
Call 412-341-2888 (option 0) or email us to register. Contact us for more information.
Presented by Single Steps Strategies and The Musuneggi Financial Group

Dress for Success
2020-10-13 11:30 - 12:00 | Zoom Online Meeting
Dress For Success Pittsburgh
Introducing the Virtual Connections Resource Center
Tuesday, October 13
11:30am-12:00pm
Join the meeting via zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElce6prD4tGdDijEFvHLuYZMuqYYhUUdy6

Election 2020
2020-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
Elsie Hillman Chair In Women and Politics Election 2020: A Conversation with Governors Jennifer Granholm (D-MI) and Susana Martinez (R-NM)
A moderated conversation about the 2020 election, gender and elections, and their thoughts on the current political climate.

Women & Business Virtual Networking
2020-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | PA
Each quarter, Pittsburgh Magazine spotlights exceptional business women within our pages and at our networking events. Join for vibrant conversations with four inspiring honorees and an exciting keynote speaker at the final virtual Women & Business event in 2020.
Agenda:

Introduction for our Non-Profit Partner, Pressley Ridge
Breakout Networking Session 1
Honoree Presentation, S&T Bank
Breakout Networking Session 2
Mini-Keynote

Steady Hand at the Controls: CEO Christina Cassotis shares her crisis management strategy and tells us what’s next for our airport

Breakout Networking Session 3
Closing Remarks

100% of ticket proceeds benefit Pressley Ridge, a local nonprofit organization aiding children and families in complex situations including foster care, mental health services and specialized education.
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN, Suggested Ticket Price $10-$20

Dress For Success Pittsburgh
2020-12-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Workshop PGH, 5135 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, 15224, United States
Dress for Success Pittsburgh will be partnering with Workshop PGH and Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation to host a community suiting event for local women on Wednesday, December 16 from 10am-3pm.
Items available include business professional, business casual, rebuilding wardrobe and winter attire. While supplies last.
To spread the holiday cheer, every woman suited will also receive a “Be Well” box that includes encouraging self-care tips, hand-selected accessories, and a few festive surprise perks!
Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation will be onsite to complete referral forms for all women with appointments.

Women Business Leaders Breakfast "At Home" Series
2021-01-08 08:00 - 09:00 | PA
Executive Director Mila Sanina will talk about her role at PublicSource, a nonprofit, non-partisan newsroom delivering public-service journalism in the Pittsburgh region. Mila will share the lessons she learned while building the innovative newsroom, why public-service journalism matters to business and why we all should want a city with journalism that follows processes of fact-checking, cares about fault lines and is representative of the community.

Build Your Business
2021-01-09 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
Offered in partnership with Pittsburgh SCORE, the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship will present a Build Your Business 2-hour webinar for women interested in starting or expanding their business. Business experts and seasoned entrepreneurs will discuss the following topics: Digital Marketing, Legal, Financing, Accounting, and Business Lessons Learned.

Investing in Women
2021-01-19 11:00 - 12:30 | PA
CWE and The Center for Women in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities present “Investing In Women” Webinar. This webinar will discuss the unique financial obstacles facing women, including lower investment participation, and provide a roadmap on confidently managing banking, budgeting, credit and investing. You’ll get a lot of bang for your buck!
Speaker: Becky MacDicken, Outreach Specialist, PA Department of Banking and Securities.

Overcoming the Challenges of Managing Remote Employees
2021-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 | PA
Many businesses are allowing employees to work remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This approach is sensible, but it can open the door to increased legal problems.
Attorney Beth Slagle, Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP will discuss basic legal protections for employers, which include:
– Managing Non-Exempt Workers
– Managing Exempt Workers
– ADA & FMLA
– Workers’ Compensation & Safety
– Discrimination & Retaliation Laws

Virtual Volunteer Information Session
2021-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | PA
Volunteer with us!

Dress for Success Pittsburgh could not operate without the generous support of our dedicated volunteers.
As women work to recover from the pandemic, we need your support virtually, in the boutiques, at mobile services events, and on event planning committees now more than ever before!

Meet The Money Managers
2021-03-23 18:00 - 19:30 | PA
Join our sister company, The Musuneggi Financial Group, to learn about those who make the important day-to-day decisions on what to buy and sell!

Please join the MFG team as we partner with Dunham & Associates to hear from the money managers who make the important day-to-day decisions on what to buy and sell in the funds they manage.

This year, we are very excited to take a dive into Real Estate with American Assets Capital Advisors, LLC! The folks over at American Assets Capital Advisors have what we view as a highly unique perspective on how they navigate the Real Estate market in a crucial year after a pandemic.

If you have an interest in learning how the money managers choose Real Estate holdings for their investments, or are looking to gain valuable insight about the financial world through the lens of a money manager, don’t hesitate to join us for a “must attend” webinar!

The Fill-A-Bag Sale Event
2021-03-25 16:00 - 17:00 | The Design Center 5001 Baum Blvd, Suite 550 Pittsburgh, PA 15213, 5001 Baum Blvc, Suite 550, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Do you love fashion and shopping? The Fill-A-Bag (FAB) Sale is perfect for you! Known as the ultimate thrift sale and treasure hunt, FAB provides guests the opportunity to purchase an empty shopping bag and fill it with as many FAB-ulous items from our overstock of inventory as possible. Build your wardrobe on a budget!
Items include professional, business casual and everyday attire, along with some select vintage and formal wear finds.
Additional Dates/Times:
Exclusive FAB Presale, $45
Fri, March 26: 3-6pm
FAB Sale, $25 Per Bag
Mon, March 29: 10am-4pm
Tues, March 30: 10am-4pm
Wed, March 31: 10am-3pm

How are funds raised used to support the women who visit
Dress for Success Pittsburgh for services?
The past year, many in person fundraising events have been canceled or modified due to the pandemic, resulting in a loss of revenue for many nonprofit organizations. Funds raised will be used to support client services and mobile programming in 2021.
COVID-Safety Procedures
To ensure the safety of our clients, volunteers, and staff, all attendees must wear a mask and follow CDC guidelines. Upon entry, each attendee will receive a contactless temperature check. In the event an attendee has a temperature of 100.4 or above, they will not be admitted. These guests will have the option to redeem their bag at next sale, donate it or request a refund. Group sizes will be limited.

What’s included in the FAB bags?
Exclusive FAB Presale, $45

Extra large shopping bag
First selection of name brand items
Individually wrapped snacks, desserts and bottled drinks
Networking opportunity

FAB Sale, $25

Large shopping bag

Can’t attend, but still want to support? Donate a bag to a Dress for Success Pittsburgh client to build her professional wardrobe by selecting “Donate a FAB Bag to a Client” ticket option.

Women Who Wine Spring 2021
2021-04-29 18:00 - 19:30 | PA
Push The Reset Button: Change Your Mindset To Change Your Life
Hosted by Single Steps Strategies

Spring is coming.
The sun will be shining and we need to focus on changing our mindset to change our lives. As we have all been dealing with an unusual world over the last year, it is now time to push the reset button and begin again.

We are excited to have Krystalore Crews from The Crews Coach joining us to inspire, engage, and help us on our journey of learning and growing to improve ourselves and the world around us. During the time she will spend with us, she will focus on the mindset shift needed to accomplish our goals and dreams far beyond our current circumstances.

Join us for an evening of inspiration and
RESET . . . and bring your glass of wine!

You can register using the link below.

The Black & Gold Cookie Table Drive Thru
2021-05-16 11:00 - 14:00 | PA
With safety as our top priority, this year’s Pittsburgh themed fundraiser is hitting the road and crossing bridges! Join us for The Black & Gold Cookie Table at Hartwood Acres: A Drive-thru Fundraising Event on Sunday, May 16 between 11am-2pm.
Tickets will be priced at $100 per vehicle and available for purchase beginning Monday, April 5. Each vehicle will receive a premium box of 2 dozen cookies from local woman owned and operated small business, My little Kitchen, a Pittsburgh themed swag bag, and a picnic blanket to safely enjoy a day in the park as a couple, family, or group of friends. Bring the kids and the pets!
With Special Guest and Emcee Celina Pompeani, TV Host/Reporter!

Self Defense in Pittsburgh
2021-09-04 08:00 - 2021-09-25 17:00 | PA
FIGHT BACK CAMP – PITTSBURGH COMBAT CLUB
4 Dates in September!
4 Unique Self-Defense Workshops!
09/04/2021
UP AGAINST A WALL
– Escape chokes & holds
– 3-hour workshop; 12pm-3pm
– $70
09/11/202
HIT HIM HARD
-Defend & counter attack
– 3-hour workshop; 12pm-3pm
– $70
09/18/2021
KNOCK ‘EM DOWN
– Throws and takedowns
– 3-hour workshop; 12pm-3pm
– $70
09/25/2021
GET THE EDGE!
-Self-defense weapons & tools
– 3-hour workshop; 12pm-3pm
– $70
ALL 4 WORKSHOPS!
– Four 3-hour workshops; 12 hours in total
– Each workshop is 12pm-3pm
– $199
PCC FIGHT BACK SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOPS
These are our highly regarded self-defense training workshops. Each workshop is 3-hours long and specializes in a key aspect/fundamental of self-defense training. This is the same workshop that we offer as MTO (“made-to-order”) but is being made open to the public at large – first come, first serve. Please NOTE:
ONLY 6 SLOTS PER WORKSHOP ARE AVAILABLE!!!
