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SUMMARY:The Business Owner's Guide to Practical AI Use
DESCRIPTION:You’ve likely played around with tools like ChatGPT or used the AI-tools built in to Google\, Microsoft\, or Canva. But how can you\, as a business owner\, really use AI to scale up your business? \nJoin SBDCVT and Do North for a lunchtime viewing of this practical guide to AI in business applications. We’ll follow it up with a discussion of key takeaways\, support needed\, and actionable next steps. \nDuring the hybrid webinar\, you’ll get a window in on the ways other business owners are using today’s AI tools in their workflow to create better outcomes in less time. The tools we’ll look at are either free or insanely affordable\, and leave you wondering how you ever got by without them. After this webinar you’ll know how to use AI to: \n\nCreate accurate buyer personas\nWrite in your voice\nPerform deep research\nGenerate new ideas\nPerform search engine optimization\nImprove the conversion rate of your website\nAnd more!\n\nThis is a recording of a webinar hosted by the Maine SBDC and flyte new media and offered free to the community with the support of Vermont State University and the Small Business Development Center of Vermont. Questions? Email team@donorthcoworking.com
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/the-business-owners-guide-to-practical-ai-use/
LOCATION:Do North Coworking\, 930 Broad Street\, Second Floor\, Lyndonville\, Vermont\, 05851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Living and Learning
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SUMMARY:Forest Industry Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund is gearing up to launch registration for the 2025 Vermont Forest Industry Summit. This year’s keynote address will be delivered by Alan Organschi\, director of the Building Lab at Yale University and a global thought leader on the future of building. Alan is a pioneer in the use of mass timber who has studied the ways a sustainable wood supply can replace carbon-intensive building materials like steel and concrete. He will offer Summit attendees inspiration to think differently about the role our regional forest products sector can play in addressing some of our most pressing problems like housing and the constructed world.
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/forest-industry-summit/
LOCATION:Bolton Valley Resort\, 4302 Bolton Access Road\, Bolton Valley\, VT\, 05477\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ecosystem Building,Industry Event,Living and Learning,Networking
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SUMMARY:Pitch Kitchen - July
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed and supportive social environment to test your business pitch. Throw your fresh ingredients in the mix and let’s see what we make! \nRegister Here\n  \nLike The Great British Bake-off\, sugar-free and without the controversy. We’re here to help businesses launch and grow successfully in the Northeast Kingdom. Pitch Kitchen is a safe and friendly space to share your pitch and get feedback in a warm and creative atmosphere. \nHere’s how it goes: \n\nWe run two (2) rounds each evening\, about 40 minutes each\nWe’ll always have at least four (4) knowledgable guests\nPitches are six (6) minutes (yup\, we have an egg timer!)\nNo more than eight (8) pitches per evening\n\nHere’s what to know: \n\nIn order to pitch you MUST have slides\nWe recommend you spend 20 seconds per slide\nBalance words\, numbers\, and images in your slides\n\n\n\n\n\nCooking Instructions\n\n\n\n\n5:30 – Mix and mingle\, preheat the oven \n6:00 – Round one\, first 3-4 pitches and open feedback \n6:45 – Break to let things cool \n6:50 – Round two\, second 3-4 pitches and open feedback \n7:30 – Wrap\, mix and mingle \n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a little guidance as you prepare your slides? We can help! Email team@donorthcoworking.com to book a consultation. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/pitch-kitchen-july/
LOCATION:Do North Coworking\, 930 Broad Street\, Second Floor\, Lyndonville\, Vermont\, 05851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
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SUMMARY:See Change Sessions - Entrepreneurial Communities
DESCRIPTION:Hustle & Resilience: Growing Innovative Businesses from the Ground Up\nNurturing entrepreneurship requires strong communities\, enthusiastic and diverse participation\, and resources that connect innovators\, investors\, and community leaders. In partnership with Northeastern Vermont Development Association (NVDA)\, we’ll explore strategies to reboot and reinvent startup culture and transform our legacy practices into thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems. We will work toward new solutions and revisit past assumptions to generate community-driven\, self-sustaining\, and collaborative economic activities that support all types of entrepreneurs and the communities in which they thrive.\n\nWho Participates\nThis track is designed for a diverse group of stakeholders who play key roles in fostering and celebrating entrepreneurship. Whether you’re building a business\, investing in local ventures\, shaping policy\, or providing resources\, these sessions will offer valuable insights and new relationships. We’ll create space for those who don’t regularly participate in the “typical” entrepreneurial gatherings\, to highlight new voices and perspectives. We’ll also focus on remote workers\, new residents\, and emerging entrepreneurs to an area\, and the support systems that can help connect outside perspectives to their new communities and vice versa.
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/see-change-sessions-entrepreneurial-communities/
LOCATION:Hula Lakeside\, 50 Lakeside Avenue\, Burlington\, VT\, 05401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ecosystem Building,Living and Learning,Networking
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SUMMARY:Pitch Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Workshop your business idea in an inclusive\, supportive space\, and gain valuable feedback from experienced entrepreneurs! \nWorkshop your business idea in an inclusive\, supportive space\, gain valuable feedback from experienced entrepreneurs\, and connect with a network dedicated to helping new businesses launch and thrive! \nNo business idea? No problem. Come support fellow entrepreneurs\, share your insights\, and be part of a community that fosters innovation and business growth.
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/pitch-kitchen-september/
LOCATION:Do North Coworking\, 930 Broad Street\, Second Floor\, Lyndonville\, Vermont\, 05851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch Event
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SUMMARY:KickStartNEK
DESCRIPTION:KickstartNEK 2026: \nAn in-person\, 10-week business accelerator program that gives entrepreneurs the tools to build\, test\, and grow their business ideas!\nApply Here\n\nDesigned for SuccessEasy to understand\, approachable curriculum.Reusable tools and processes.Topic-specific guest speakers. \nExpanded NetworksCohort of other small business owners.Office hours with facilitators.Opportunities to connect with and stay accountable to other businesses. \nBusiness GrowthUnderstand your customers and build business solutions.Develop your financial plan and build your budget.Discuss challenges and create your operations plan. \n\nProgram Details2.5 hours\, one night per week\, for 10 weeks.Open to local entrepreneurs.Program fee: $200. Scholarships available! Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting in September. \n\nLocationsCatamount Arts in St. Johnsbury\, VTThe Civic Standard in Hardwick\, VT(802) 427-4080team@donorthcoworking.com
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/kickstartnek/
LOCATION:Do North Coworking\, 930 Broad Street\, Second Floor\, Lyndonville\, Vermont\, 05851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch Event
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SUMMARY:Rumble In the Kingdom Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Have a business\, or just a great idea for one?  Take the stage\, pitch your vision\, and win cash! \n\n\nRumble in the Kingdom\, presented by Do North and the Northeastern Vermont Development Association (NVDA)\, is your chance to showcase your business or big idea\, gain visibility\, and compete for cash prizes! \nWhen: October 22\, 2026\, from 5:30–8:00 PMWhere: Catamount Arts\, St. Johnsbury\, VT \nWe’re looking for 8–12 businesses or early-stage ideas from across Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom\, New Hampshire’s North Country\, and the Upper Valley region to deliver a powerful 5-minute pitch to a live audience and panel of judges. \nWhether you’re just getting started or growing fast\, we want to hear from you. \n\nRumble in the Kingdom 2026 Timeline:\n\n\nJuly 20 – Applications Open!This is what you’re looking at now. If you want to pitch\, now’s the time to throw your hat in the ring.\nAugust 4 – Pitch WorkshopsJoin a workshop (or both!) to refine your pitch and get support from peers and mentors.\nOctober 1 – Application Deadline|Don’t miss your shot! All pitch applications must be submitted by this date.\nOctober 5 – Pitch Selection AnnouncedWe’ll let you know if you’ve been selected to pitch. All submissions will be reviewed anonymously after the deadline.\nOctober 15 @ 12:00 PM (Noon) – Pitch Decks DueFinal slides are due! No video or pre-recorded audio is allowed—you’ve got to show up live and ready.\nOctober 22 – Pitch Night!It’s showtime at Catamount Arts\, St. Johnsbury.Doors open at 5:30 PM | Pitches begin at 6:00 PM Cash bar\,  appetizers\, and a crowd full of people ready to cheer you on. This event is open to the public—bring your crew!\n\n\n\n \nEligibilityRumble in the Kingdom is open to Vermont entrepreneurs with either an existing business or an emerging idea that is based in\, serves\, or will have a meaningful impact on Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. While participants are welcome from anywhere in the state\, the competition is dedicated to supporting ventures that strengthen the NEK’s economy\, communities\, and future. \nWe welcome entrepreneurs from a wide range of industries\, stages\, and business types. Whether you’re developing a new concept or growing an established business\, what matters most is a clear vision\, a commitment to creating value in the Northeast Kingdom\, and a willingness to share your idea with our community. \n  \nNot sure if you’re a fit? Reach out! Email or call us (802) 427-4082 — we’re happy to talk it through and help you decide. We want you to be successful. \n\n \nWhy Pitch?This is more than a chance to win prize money (though that’s pretty great\, too). It’s an opportunity to showcase your idea or business to a live audience of potential supporters\, customers\, partners\, and investors\, gain exposure in your community and across the region\, receive pitch coaching and support to help sharpen your message\, and join a growing network of rural entrepreneurs and ecosystem buildersOh—and did we mention? \nYou’ll be competing for cash prizes!\n\n  \n\nBest Pitch – $5\,000Awarded to the most compelling\, clear\, and persuasive pitch of the night.\nCommunity Impact – $5\,000Goes to the business with the greatest potential to make a positive difference in the region.\nPotential to Scale – $5\,000Recognizes a venture with strong potential for growth\, replication\, or expansion.\nAudience Choice – $2\,500This prize goes to the crowd favorite.\n\n  \n\n \nHave Questions?\n\nIf you have questions about the pitch competition\, the application process\, or one of the workshops\, we’re here to help! Reach out to us at: team@donorthcoworking.com.Don’t hesitate to get in touch—we want to help you succeed! \nPlease note\, not all applicants will be selected to pitch.  \n\n\nApplications are now open:\nCLICK HERE TO APPLY\nApplication close October 1st at Midnight.\n  \nQuestions? \n\n\n\n\nReach out to us at team@donorthcoworking.com. \nBusinesses selected to pitch at this year’s competition will be announced the second week in October. Stay tuned!
URL:https://donorthcoworking.com/event/rumble-in-the-kingdom-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch Event
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