The Genesis Entrepreneurship Centre, located at the Main Campus SC128 (right by Tim Horton’s) is the gateway to entrepreneurship and professional development at St. Clair College. It is a hub that connects students, alumni, faculty and the community. The Genesis Centre provides all guests with resources, programs, and support to provide them with tools to help each one succeed in whatever path they choose - whether you work for yourself, or for someone else. If you have a business idea or solution, this is the place to start!
In an effort to keep everyone safe throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Genesis Entrepreneurship Centre will be hosting all programming in an entirely virtual format. All posted Workshops and events will be delivered through Zoom.
If you are unable to attend an event due to a personal or school scheduling conflict, please email genesis@stclaircollege.ca and we will make arrangements to accommodate you. If you are interested in a one-on-one mentorship consultation, those can be set up any time via the above email address.
Wednesday, June 29th 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Not sure how to get started with your first email marketing campaign? Don’t worry; this webinar will take you step-by-step through how to create and send your first email campaign with Constant Contact. By the end of this session, you’ll know how to create an effective email campaign that looks great on any device and gets your subscribers to take action.
In this webinar, we’ll cover;
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Register HereThursday, June 30th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Marketing is all about idea/product awareness. I will help you ask the right questions to put the best strategies in place to increase customer and investor awareness.
We will cover the following topics:
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Register HereTuesday, July 5th 10:00am – 12:00pm
We will take you step by step through the process of determining your personal brand, creating an “all-star” profile, and getting results all while making meaningful connections with people in your field.
Learn how to leverage your LinkedIn account as you adapt to the COVID-19 job market and optimize your LinkedIn experience!
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Register HereWednesday, July 6th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Learn how to set up a profile and get tips and tricks on how to get the most out of LinkedIn. Stay connected to career opportunities and attract employers with a stellar profile.
Women's Employment Network.
Organizer of How to Make LinkedIn Work for You Women's Employment Network is a network of support to help you with your career and finances.
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Register HereThursday, July 7th 11:30am - 12:30pm
In this webinar you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve received about the ShopHERE powered by Google program, including:
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Register HereWednesday, July 8th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
In this 60-minute session, we will introduce you to Microsoft Planner. We will demo how to organize teamwork with collaborative, visual task management that is user-friendly and integrated with most of the Microsoft 365 apps you may already be using.
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Register HereMonday, July 11th 10:00am-11:30am
If you are struggling with creating a resume for your first job, re-entering the workplace or making a career change this session is for you.
About this event:
Struggling with your resume? Attend our workshop and find out tips to make your resume rise to the top and get you the interview.
(Powered By: Women's Employment Network)
Register HereTuesday, July 12th 10:00am – 11:00am
Do you have an idea and you want to start your own small business, but you aren’t sure where to start? Attend this free seminar to find out information such as:
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Register HereWednesday, July 13th 1:00pm – 2:30pm
In this 90-minute webinar you'll learn how to take advantage of PowerPoint's many built-in template and style features that will help streamline your PowerPoint process!
The North Suburban Cook County American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff.
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Register HereThursday, July 14th 11:00am – 12:00pm
In budgeting what's most important is finding a way that works for you! This workshop will review several budgeting tools so you can be the boss of your money.
(Powered By: Women's Employment Network)
Register HereTuesday, July 19th 1:30pm-2:30pm
Every interview includes at least a few behavioral interview questions - in this virtual workshop you will find out which are most common and get tips on how to answer them.
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Register HereWednesday, July 20rd 9:30pm – 11:00pm
Add power and complexity to your Excel spreadsheets! In this 90-minute webinar we'll talk about about one of the most powerful functions in Excel - the IF function. We'll also talk about other logical functions like AND/OR as well as functions like SUMIF and AVERAGEIF
The North Suburban Cook County American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff.
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Register HereThursday, July 21th 5:00am – 6:00pm
This discussion topic is perfect for anyone that is interested in starting a business. Local entrepreneurs will share their stories and offer advice and guidance for starting a business. Panelists will talk about brainstorming and problem-solving, creating a business plan, marketing your business, common skills and personality traits of successful entrepreneurs and the most important steps to take when launching a new business.
(Powered By: Youth Services at Toronto Public Library)
Register HereMonday, July 25th 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Those anxious feelings are natural. And while this time can be very challenging, it can also become a great opportunity to design a new normal. This workshop offers women an opportunity to refocus, re frame and expand their thinking (around this period of change) so they can move forward, more quickly, and with renewed confidence and hope. Join us as we help you to develop actions for strengthening you inner game and accelerate your progress into “What’s Next”!
(Powered By: Women's Employment Network)
Register HereTuesday, July 26th 7:00pm – 8:00pm
The nonprofit Operation HOPE offers small business coaching and education services at no cost to you. Please join us for an introduction to Small Business Development Workshop.
This Workshop's Topics Include:
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Register HereWednesday, July 27th 6:00pm – 6:30pm
Spend a few minutes with us as we show you how you can get started in your very own home based business right away and start building a residual income for yourself and your family. We provide you with a website, support, training and mentorship. You decide when, where, how many hours you want to work and how much money you want to make. Opportunities are endless!
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Register HereThursday, July 28th 2:00pm – 3:00pm
A good business plan is your road map to success! A business plan is also required when applying for any type of small business financing. Attend this informative session to learn how to develop a business plan that will work for you! This session will cover:
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Register HereNow recruiting for Fall 2022! Are you interested in being a part of the STEM Club or as one of our executive members? We will be holding elections on Monday September 19, 2022.
If you would like to join the Women in STEM Club or have any questions, please email STEM@stclaircollege.ca