THE PLANNER

Stay connected to professionals, industry leaders and the business community through online and in-person networking, workshops, conferences and more, in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties. Note: Inquire ahead of attending in-person, on-site events, as some organizations and hosts continue to require various physical distancing and vaccine protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

THIS WEEK July 27

All you want to know about contracts,

1 p.m., Webinar. SCORE Palm Beach County hosts presenter Jeffrey M. Garber, a partner with the law firm of Ciklin Lubitz. score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000006v3Hy&origination=https%3A//palmbeachcounty.score. org/event/all-you-want-know-about-contracts. Free.

July 28

The Screening Process for Community Associations, 11 a.m.-noon. Kaye Bender Rembaum’s webinar will cover the screening process in community associations; procedures, applications, compliance and more. Kaye Bender Rembaum, 1200 Park Central Blvd. S., Pompano Beach. 954-928-0680.

zoom.us/webinar/register/8016239539491/

WN_L2qdOM38RfKHbqeUVzVr7w. Free. Thrive in the recession through the power of no-bid Federal contracts,

1 p.m., Webinar. SCORE Palm Beach County hosts William Ellis, founder and president of the Federal Government Contracting Institute, on topics related to the process of Federal contracts from receiving payments for services to information on qualification requirements and what industries the federal government buys from the most. score.tfaforms.

net/17?EventID=a105a000006v53P&origination=https%3A//palmbeachcounty.score. org/event/thrive-recession-through-powerno-bid-federal-contracts. $15.

40-Year Recertification and General Structural Maintenance Considerations for Condominiums, 4-5:30 p.m. This free educational program provides an overview of what the comprehensive 40-year re-certification process entails and recommended maintenance and online, Hollywood. 954-894-8000. us02web.zoom.us/

webinar/register/WN_AraSWZJhSxO6sXMvjnS0fQ?_x_zm_rtaid=hLEy_jwiTJ2Tlk0peuTH1w.1626269779546.70720beefc525178818934cb6cabb224&_x_zm_

rhtaid=114. Free.

July 29

Federal Contracting (Understanding How GSA Scheduling Can Benefit Your Small Business), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Delray Beach. 561-265-3790. flwbc.org/business-events. Free.

The Story of Lena Richard: Trailblazing Creole Chef, 6:30-8 p.m. Dr. Ashley Rose Young, historian at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, discusses the revolutionary chef Lena Richards. Live on Zoom via Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. 561-868-7701. us02web. zoom.us/j/83938595826. Free.

July 30

Women’s Roundtable, 10 a.m., Register for meeting location. SCORE Palm Beach County hosts guest speakers Dr. Heidi McFarlane, a mental health and healthcare professional, and Eileen Bass Cummings, who developed a service in second-career planning for law endorsement organization, and is a SCORE mentor. palmbeachcounty.score.org/event/

womens-roundtable-8?width=600px&height=400px&inline=true#colorbox-inline-1142402665. Free.

Divas Don’t Do Drama: We Do Business, 6:30-10 p.m. Women’s Empowerment Business Summit, Hollywood Beach Resort,

1111 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood. 404-7545011. sharezajwilkerson.org/dddd-summit.

LOOKING AHEAD Aug. 4

Culinary Incubator Program, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Our workshops offer guidance for new and upcoming entrepreneurs starting their own culinary business. Virtual, Pompano Beach. 954-706-3565. aroundthedinnertablellc.com/culinary-business-workshop. Free.

Aug. 5

Federal Contracting (Understanding How GSA Scheduling Can Benefit Your Small Business), 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Delray Beach. 561-265-3790. flwbc.org/business-events. Free.

Trial School’s The Top Shelf, A Legal Literary Book Club, 6-7:30 p.m. For attorneys, hosted by Fort Lauderdale trial attorney John Uustal of Kelley | Uustal.Zoom, 500 N. Federal Highway, #200, Fort Lauderdale.

954-522-6601. kelleyuustal.com/john-uustal-starts-the-top-shelf-book-club-to-helplawyers-sharpen-their-trial-skills/. Free.

Annual Community Mixer in celebration of National Black Business Month,

6-8 p.m., West Palm Beach Lake Pavilion,

101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. The event will be co-hosted by Mayor Keith James, who will facilitate an interactive Q&A session. Staff from various city departments will inform guests about city updates and opportunities to do business with the City of West Palm Beach. The West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency team will be present to discuss opportunities to relocate, expand and start a business in West Palm Beach’s Historic Northwest neighborhood. RSVP online at blackbusinessloop.com. For more information about the Community Mixer, contact The Mosaic Group, 561-651-9565,or events@mosaicgroup.co. The event is open to the general public. $10. This year’s event will feature a Fireside Chat with special guest Ann McNeill, president and chief executive officer of MCO Construction.

Aug. 6

New and Existing Member Orientation, 8-9:15 a.m. The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce invites all current and new members to a complimentary Orientation and Best Practices session. members.npbchamber.com/

events/details/new-member-orientation-08-06-2021-25954. Free.

Aug. 11

Community Associations Institute SE-FL Expo & Day of Education, 9 a.m.3:30 p.m. Signature Grand, 6900 State Road

84, Davie. Community association services with trade show floor, courses for managers & board members, networking, raffles, lunch and more. 954-816-0661. cai-seflorida.org/ chapter-expo/. Free.

InTheBiz Florida Member Social, Job Crawl & After Party, 5-8 p.m. Presented by the Florida Food And Beverage Workers Association, InTheBiz Delray Beach is a social, job crawl and after-party featuring Delray Beach Market, 33 SE Third Ave., Delray Beach. 850-396-1913. inthebizflorida.org/pages/inthebiz-florida-membership-social-and-jobfest. Free.

Aug. 28

Rising Stars Speaker Contest, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Rising Stars Speaker Contest is an opportunity for women over 25 to improve their speaking skills, gain confidence and share their stories. Hyatt Place, 295 Lakeview Ave., West Palm Beach. 800-610-9056. amondarose.com/rising-stars-speaker-contest. $17-$27.

Sept. 17

The 211 Broward’s Kip Hunter Marketing “Making REAL Connections” Breakfast, 7:30 a.m., Global Grille at First Baptist Church Fort Lauderdale, 301 E. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Presented by Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation, the breakfast event will include local individuals and organizations that have contributed to the community and that have helped 211 Broward provide vital services to those they serve. To register, email tschuldiner@211-broward.org or visit 211-broward. org.

UPCOMING DEADLINES July 30

Broward Cultural Division calls for panelists. The Broward Cultural Division is recruiting applicants for Public Art & Design program’s Artist Selection Panels. Application to participate is July 30. Panelists play a key role in the public art selection process in Broward County, recommending artists and acquisitions of artworks.

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July 31

African American Research Library and Cultural Center is accepting applications for Art and Activism: A Social Justice Art Residency. browardcountyculturaldivision.submittable.com/submit/196477/

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Aug. 1

2021 Woman of the Year in Agriculture award application deadline is Aug.

1. Presented by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the award recognizes women who have made outstanding contributions to Florida agriculture. This award, in conjunction with the Florida State Fair Authority, is presented to the recipient during the Florida State Fair in Tampa. For more information visit fdacs. gov/Agriculture-Industry/Agricultural-Awards-and-Honors/ Woman-of-theYear-in-Agriculture-Award

Aug. 8

ScaleUp Program, Cohort Four application is due Aug. 8. The ScaleUp Program is a four-month acceleration program designed to support leading early-stage companies with strong impact potential in the Florida ecosystem to scale. Cohort Four will run from Aug. 31 to Dec. 9. To learn more about the program and qualification visit /mailchi. mp/endeavor/miamiscaleupprogram?mc_ cid=eb9582ecfb&mc_eid=bd392a44ee.

Aug. 13

Project Proposals, Leadership Broward is seeking project proposals from Broward County’s community agencies and nonprofit organizations for Leadership Broward Class XL. Application deadline is 5 p.m. Aug. 13. For more information call 954-767-8866, ext. 101. Visit leadershipbroward.org/lb-community-service-project/.

Aug. 23

Accelerator program application, for energy, water, technology and energy-related startups, deadline is Aug. 23. The program,

35 Mules, is an in-house innovation hub of Florida Power & Light Co., a NextEra Energy company. The program provides entrepreneurs with funding and access to financial and marketing mentors, coaching, advanced technology solutions, business services and

access to workspace. The 35 Mules program has opened applications for its next class of innovators to join a 12- to 18-month accelerator program in Juno Beach. Apply online at

35Mules.com/apply

Sept. 30

Career Online High School, a program free to eligible adults for the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and a career certificate simultaneously, is presented by the Broward County Library through a Library Services and Technology Act grant. A limited number of scholarships are available until Sept. 30. The COHS program enables qualified students to advance their careers, prepare for workforce entry or further their education. Applicants must complete a brief online self—assessment on the library’s COHS webpage, a prerequisite course and an in-person interview. For additional information on the COHS program, email COHS@broward.org or call the library at 954-357-6230.

BUSINESS AND WORK RESOURCES Workshops

CareerSource Broward. Job seekers and employers can participate in informational,

educational and professional workshops, job fairs, meetings and more. careersourcebroward.com/career-seekers/events

Entrepreneurs, business owners

Jim Moran Institute Small Business & Nonprofit Executive Programs applications are now open for its Spring 2022 Executive Programs in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

Palm Beach Small Business Executive Program: secure.jmi.fsu.edu/np/clients/

jimmoran/survey.jsp?forwardedFromSecureDomain=1&surveyId=171. Broward Nonprofit Executive Program: secure.jmi.fsu.edu/np/clients/jimmoran/

survey.jsp?forwardedFromSecureDomain=1&surveyId=160.

Small Business Executive Program: secure.jmi.fsu.edu/np/clients/jimmoran/

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Find Your Place in the Sun campaign. NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale initiative to help Realtors and developers to assist in attracting and serving their clients. The NSU Art Museum collaborates with Realtors and developers to customize museum memberships and other welcoming programs for new clients and current residents. For more

information, contact Bonnie Clearwater at bclearwater@moafl.org.

Florida Women’s Business Center. Networking, workshops and training; business counseling for women in business. flwbc.org/

U.S. Small Business Administration, South Florida District Office. Webinars, workshops; information and updates to assist the business community. sba.gov/ southflorida

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