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SUMMARY:OutSPOKEN with Mila Jam: International Day of Transgender Visibility
DESCRIPTION:On March 31st @ 12 – 1 EST\, Mila Jam will be talking to Out Leadership’s Todd Sears on the importance of International Day of Transgender Visibility. The conversation will be broadcast on OutSPOKEN with Mila Jam a LinkedIn Live series where they will talk about the importance of the day\, trans rights & issues\, and the importance of mental health. In addition to the LinkedIn Live interview\, Mila will be releasing a more in depth article about the significance of International Day of Transgender Visibility to her and to all. \nMila will also be celebrating International Day of Transgender Visibility with the premiere of a new music video. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe structure of the series will consist of a monthly themed episode featuring Mila Jam in conversation with various individuals across all backgrounds. Each episode will focus on a unique topics relating to transgender life. These hand picked guests will bring their lived expertise and knowledge to share to all. Past guest speakers have included Erica Cobb and Femi Redwood. Raw and unfiltered personal stories will help tear down walls and boundaries in topics that are often not heard. Through this series we hope to achieve inspiration and drive action amongst not just business professionals but human beings to support a better life for all.This is first ever global series focusing on the inclusion of transgender intersectionality in business and the workplace.\n\nWatch Mila Speak Here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/outspoken-with-mila-jam-international-day-of-transgender-visibility/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210330T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:P.E.M. Talks - Technical Skills for Instagram Reels and Instagram Stories
DESCRIPTION:Social media is essential to every business—whether you’re a large company\, a real estate agent\, or a mom-and-pop shop. Your Social media presence can have an immense impact on your brand\, sales\, and customer acquisition. Pacific Edge Magazine’s latest P.E.M. Talk will give you the scoop on Instagram Reels and Stories\, as social media influencer Kasey Baltz teaches you the tips and tricks on how to use these tools to scale your business’s online presence. \nSpeakers: \nKasey Baltz\, an Instagram Influencer\, developed her own brand under Compass Traveler—garnering over 11\,000 followers. She specializes in Instagram content marketing and will be going over the exact technical skills you need to create extraordinary Instagram Reel advertisements and stories. Most people do not know about these tools and these influencer secret tips will help your business get more traffic on social media. Tune in on March 30th to learn how to scale your business to new heights on social media! \nOPTIONAL BREAKFAST DELIVERY \nIn partnership with Juno Chun\, owner of Koa Pancake House and Pacific Edge Magazine Editorial Alumni\, you can add on a delicious breakfast while you learn! #supportlocal \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/p-e-m-talks-technical-skills-for-instagram-reels-and-instagram-stories/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210330T103000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:NGLCC Celebrates Trans Day of Visibility
DESCRIPTION:The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) will host a celebration of Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) on Tuesday\, March 30 at 8am HT (2pm ET) in advance of TDOV on Wednesday\, March 31. Hear from TGNC Certified LGBTBE® suppliers\, Task Force leaders\, as well as NGLCC Team Members\, and join a networking session after the program 9-9:30am HT (3-3:30pm ET). Questions? TransInclusion@NGLCC.org
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/nglcc-celebrates-trans-day-of-visibility/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210331
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:PBN Wellness in the Workplace Survey
DESCRIPTION:The Business Journals is conducting a survey to understand different elements of wellness in the workplace\, including the causes of stress on the job\, and how people feel about the resources their companies have in place. \nPlease know your responses to this survey will be anonymous and will only be used in combination with others. \nPlease click here to complete the survey.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/pbn-wellness-in-the-workplace-survey/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210331
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021
DESCRIPTION:Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index is the national benchmarking tool on corporate policies\, practices and benefits pertinent to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and queer employees. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Human Rights Campaign Foundation is proud to recognize the 767 businesses that met all the criteria to earn a 100 percent rating and the designation of being a 2021 “Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.” \nTop-rated CEI employers come from nearly every industry and region of the United States. To earn top ratings\, these employers took concrete steps to establish and implement comprehensive policies\, benefits and practices that ensure greater equity for LGBTQ workers and their families. \nDownload a PDF file of the report here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/best-places-to-work-for-lgbtq-equality-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210331
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20200729T233746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T175901Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Evident Truths: 10\,000 Portraits of Queer America
DESCRIPTION:iO Tillett Wright shot dozens of images of Hawaii’s LGBTQ+ community in 2015 and his book of portraits of 10\,000 people from all fifty states was released on September 15\, 2020. Read more from publisher Prestel books: \n“In the spirit of Richard Avedon\, this book contains striking photographic portraits of 10\,000 people from across the US\, bringing readers face to face with LGBTQ America. \n\nThe Declaration of Independence states that it is self-evident that we are all created equal. Millions of people in the US\, however\, are deprived of basic rights merely because they aren’t heteronormative. Believing that it’s impossible to deny the humanity of anyone once you look into their eyes\, iO Tillett Wright embarked on an ambitious project to photograph the faces of people across the country who identify as anything other than 100% straight or cisgender. \nThis enormous undertaking—10\,000 people from all fifty states\, shot over a nearly ten-year period—is presented in its entirety in this aweinspiring book. In these pages readers will encounter faces of every complexion\, lined with age or punctuated with piercings\, smiling broadly or deadly serious. While some faces are famous\, most are familiar. \nThey may look like your grandmother\, your neighbor\, your mail carrier\, or your doctor. Each of these images tells a personal story. And each of these stories has the power to transform stereotypes into complex views of a multifaceted group of people. Self Evident Truths asks fundamental questions about identity and freedom while proving that the concepts of sexuality and gender are not black and white. They are 10\,000 beautiful\, bold\, and unapologetic shades of queer.”
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/self-evident-truths-10000-portraits-of-queer-america/
LOCATION:Prestel Publishing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210329
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SUMMARY:Hawaii Is Hiring
DESCRIPTION:Hawaii is Hiring is a one-stop online resource that connects kamaʻāina to job opportunities\, training programs and career navigation. It provides local job seekers and new graduates with a streamlined job board and simple access to training and education tools valued in Hawaiʻi’s in-demand and emerging industries. \nHawaii is Hiring also helps residents find local short-term certificate programs and earn-and-learn opportunities like internships and apprenticeships that provide workers of all ages with opportunities to gain new skills to re-enter the workforce. \nWe are committed to helping Hawaiʻi residents impacted by COVID-19 find new employment and prepare for career paths that align with Hawaii’s economy of the future.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/hawaii-is-hiring/
LOCATION:Chamber of Commerce Hawaii
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210326T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210319T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T184128Z
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SUMMARY:Ransomware: What You Can Do!
DESCRIPTION:From schools to healthcare institutions\, to small and medium sized businesses\, ransomware attacks have skyrocketed during the pandemic. As more of our daily work and life move online\, everyone is a potential target. \nCyberHawaiʻi and the Cyber Readiness Institute will be hosting a conversation with a panel of experts focused on: \n\nthe latest intelligence on recent ransomware attacks\nhow to prepare for\, respond\, and recover from an attack\nusing a ransomware decision tree to help you if you are attacked\nunderstanding cyber insurance — how to reduce your risk and know what is and isn’t covered\n\nFeatured Panelists: \n\nSandy Ferreira\, Vice President\, Atlas Insurance\nAlan Ito\, Hawaiʻi Pacific Health\nLisa Diercks\, FBI Honolulu Cyber Squad
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/cyberhawai%ca%bbi-webinar-the-cyber-readiness-institute-present-ransomware-what-you-can-do/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210325T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn:  The American Rescue Plan
DESCRIPTION:Join Congressman Kaiali’i Kahele from Hawaiʻi’s 2nd Congressional District for a discussion about the recently passed American Rescue Plan and what it means for Hawaii. According to whitehouse.com\, “the American Rescue Plan is delivering direct relief to the American people\, rescuing the American economy\, and starting to beat the virus. The plan includes funding to provide direct relief to Americans\, safely reopen schools\, and mount a national vaccination program and contain COVID-19.”  \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMrc–rqj0iHdCJYiD9454l1MDH-SJNnEUS
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/lunch-learn-the-american-rescue-plan/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210325T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Taking Care of Business: Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:It’s difficult to imagine a day when you are no longer running your business\, but every business owner will exit his or her business someday–either by design or by default. In any current discussion of succession planning\, you have to acknowledge the impact of COVID-19\, but other factors are more unique to your individual business. \nPlan for the road ahead in this free webinar series\, Simple Steps for Taking Care of Business. You’ll learn the steps required for a comprehensive succession plan and how a strong transition strategy ensures that your business can continue in your vision with a secure financial future. \nThis panel discussion will include: \n\nKey steps required to develop a thorough succession plan\nThe different ways you can exit your business\nThe role a business valuation plays in the process\nLive Q&A\n\nChris Snider\, CEPA\, CEO\, Exit Planning Institute\nLise Stewart\, Principal-in-Charge\, EisnerAmper’s Center for Family Business\nRichard J. Bryan\, Keynote Speaker & Author \nModerator:\nMary Johnson\, Business writer and editor
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/4331/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T233700Z
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SUMMARY:Launch My Business
DESCRIPTION:Launch My Business is a two-part workshop series (March 24 and March 31) that focuses on the initial planning phase of starting a new business. Participants will give shape to their ideas in order to turn their concept into a viable business. \nProgram Topics \n\n\n7 Steps to Business Startup \n\n\nBusiness Model Development \n\n\nBusiness Registration Process and more! \n\n\nFeaturing Noela Napoleon\, Lead Instructor and Business Counselor\, Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leadership \nCost: $50 (Covers the fee for March 24 and March 31 classes) \nAdvanced registration required. Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/launch-my-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T110000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210301T214556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T214615Z
UID:4326-1616583600-1616594400@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:DiversityX Honolulu Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:DiversityX connects minority candidates with employers who value diversity. Their events help Black Americans\, Latinx\, Asian Americans\, Native Americans\, Women\, People with Disabilities\, and members of LGBTQIA+ find their next career. \nDiversityX says\, “Virtual events are just as effective as in-person events. Connect with more Employers than ever before from the comfort of your home at our one of a kind online event. Explore new opportunities at companies around you whether you’re actively looking or just curious. Chat directly with hiring managers\, get instant feedback on your resume\, and get hired on the spot.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/diversityx-honolulu-job-fair/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210324T090000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210203T235503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T191008Z
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SUMMARY:NGLCC Webinar Wednesdays: Embracing the Gender Expansive Community
DESCRIPTION:GET Phluid\, the leader in LGBTQIA+ diversity\, equity\, and inclusion training invites you to attend “Embracing the Gender Expansive Community”\, on Wednesday\, March 24\, 2021 from 2-3pm ET as a part of NGLCC’s Webinar Wednesdays series. Webinar participants will be introduced to GET Phluid’s comprehensive gender-expansive training program and will leave with skills to spearhead inclusion initiatives and create affirming spaces in the workplace for the LGBTQIA+ community\, specifically transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. This webinar will be led by two of GET Phluid’s trainers\, Hope Giselle (She/Her/Hers)\, and Rae Lindsay (They/Them/Theirs)\, who will educate and inspire you by leveraging their own transgender and gender non-conforming experiences. \n** \nPresenter: Hope Giselle\nTitle: National Organizer\, Author\, Artist\, and Activist\nPronouns: She/Her/Hers \nPresenter: Rae Lindsay\nTitle: MBA Intern\, GET Phluid Manager\, Authentic Disruptor\nPronouns: They/Them/Theirs \nFor more information about NGLCC\, the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce\, click here\, or email webinars@nglcc.org
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/embracing-the-gender-expansive-community/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210323T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210307T191222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T191222Z
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SUMMARY:DBEDT for Business Toastmasters Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Interested in improving your communications skills? Want a supportive place to learn about public speaking and leadership using a proven\, cost-effective system for building skills and self-confidence?\n\nDBEDT for Business Toastmasters Club invites you to attend one of their regular meetings to see if Toastmasters is a good fit for you. Meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month online via Zoom.\n\n\n\nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/dbedt-for-business-toastmasters-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210318T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210310T232514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T233058Z
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SUMMARY:Survive and Thrive -- The Pivot
DESCRIPTION:“The only constant in life is change” -Heraclitus \nAs a business leader/owner you need to keep aware of changing business conditions to keep your organization relevant (profitable) and growing. You define the parts of your business that have potential to grow\, which parts need renovation\, and which parts are at substantial risk of disruption. \nCOVID-19 is an extreme example of changing economic conditions and understanding and vetting which business ideas and models that help you meet the “new normal” customer needs is key to success. \nHawaii SBDC is offering a workshop to help you define those areas and assist you in improving your current business model\, with tools to assess your resources to explore new ideas\, create value propositions\, and develop business models. Furthermore\, metrics will be introduced that allow you to know what’s happening to ensure you keep your business on a growth trajectory and ensure the future of your company. \n• Raise awareness of assessment & planning tools for your business to provide guidance for Pivoting & Reinventing your business \n• Discuss examples of successful business models \n• Suggest Implementation & Risk strategies \n• Introduce on-going HISBDC counseling sessions to guide your efforts \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/survive-and-thrive-the-pivot/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210316T110000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210312T224732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210312T224732Z
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SUMMARY:Workplace Wellness: Abuse & Mental Health Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Distress in the home has a major impact on workplace wellness. And employees experiencing partner abuse\, substance abuse and mental health challenges of all kinds has significantly risen during the pandemic. Join SHRM as experts share their experiences and perspectives on the abuse and mental health challenges that impact Hawaiʻi’s workplace. \nDavid Mitchell will share some perspectives from Hawaiʻi’s largest EAP on how Mental Health\, Substance Abuse\, and Wellness have been impacted; resources that EAPs have provided that make a difference; and some tips for how we can adapt to these changes and support those impacted the most. \nNanci Kreidman will help participants understand how the pandemic has challenged island families – through a partner abuse lens. \nYou won’t want to miss this intriguing discussion on how to understand and cope with one of the biggest disruptors in the workplace.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/workplace-wellness-abuse-mental-health-challenges/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210316
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210216T203252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210228T235518Z
UID:4272-1615766400-1615852799@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Application deadline: March 26 | Fast Company's Brands That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Fast Company is excited to announce a new recognition program: Brands That Matter. Brands That Matter will showcase brands that are more than the products they sell or the services they provide\, that have achieved relevance through cultural impact and social engagement\, and whose branding authentically communicates their missions and ideals. \nBrands around the world—from the largest multinational conglomerates to small-but-mighty family-owned companies—are encouraged to apply. Fast Company will recognize the overall best brands\, as well as additional honorees on category-specific lists based on region\, size\, and status. Applications will be judged on relevancy\, cultural impact\, ingenuity\, and business impact. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/application-deadline-march-26-fast-companys-brands-that-matter/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210310T110000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210310T123000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210224T214454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T214515Z
UID:4310-1615374000-1615379400@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Civil Cafe: Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:Join Civil Beat politics and opinion editor\, Chad Blair\, as he hosts this virtual panel featuring Hawaii’s lawmakers. Tune in to get a sense of what bills are still alive and which ones will need to be revisited next year. \nPanelists include: \nChad Blair\, Civil Beat Politics and Opinion Editor \nBlaze Lovell\, Civil Beat Reporter \nRep. Sylvia Luke\, House District 25\, Chair of the House Finance Committee \nSen. Donovan Dela Cruz\, Senate District 22\, Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means and a Member on the Committee on Education \nSherry Menor-McNamara\, President and CEO\, Chamber of Commerce Hawaii\nSubmit your questions for the host and panel through this form or email them to membership@civilbeat.org. \nIf you require special assistance or auxiliary aids and/or services\, please contact Civil Beat at 808-737-2300 or email your request for an interpreter to membership@civilbeat.org at least 4 business days prior to the event.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/civil-cafe-legislative-update/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210310T100000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210212T181721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T181721Z
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SUMMARY:NGLCC Webinar Wednesdays: Getting Paid in the COVID Era
DESCRIPTION:With members feeling the squeeze for cash\, many business owners are starting to see longer lag times in getting paid. The presentation centers around implementing strategies maintaining a healthy A/R balance. \nAttendee take-aways will include: \n\nA concrete understanding of how to set up and word their credit applications.\nThe importance of personal guaranties when extending credit\, how to word them\, and when to ask for them.\nHow to increase revenues and minimize losses when they engage outside third party collection agencies.\nThe litigation process. and will gain a working knowledge of what can happen when a lawsuit is filed on a past due account.\nInstruction on what to do when you get a Notice of Bankruptcy.\n\nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/nglcc-webinar-wednesdays-getting-paid-in-the-covid-era/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210310
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210307T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T193938Z
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SUMMARY:Most Innovative Companies Summit
DESCRIPTION:Fast Company announces the first-ever Most Innovative Companies Summit. This multiday summit will celebrate the Most Innovative Companies in business\, provide an early look at major business trends and offer the inspiration and practical insights on what it takes to innovate in 2021. \nFeaturing a mix of panels\, interviews\, and breakout sessions the Summit will provide an early look at major business trends that Most Innovative Companies and their ilk are capitalizing on\, while offering inspiration and practical insights on what it takes to innovate in 2021. \nThe Summit will highlight the companies and nonprofits that are applying innovative thinking to create cutting edge products and services as well as innovative processes that are more efficient\, sustainable\, and underscore a growing commitment from businesses to take all stakeholders into account as they strive to grow and prosper. \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/most-innovative-companies-summit/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210310
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210224T204843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T191444Z
UID:4308-1615248000-1615334399@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:NGLCC Advocacy Alert: SBA Paycheck Protection Program Update
DESCRIPTION:The Biden administration has given the country’s smallest employers two weeks of exclusive access to emergency loans\, in a bid to target aid to minority-owned businesses and other companies that have struggled the most to obtain the funds during the pandemic.\n\nThe Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides loans to help businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Borrowers may be eligible for PPP loan forgiveness.\n\nIn order to reach the smallest businesses\, SBA will offer PPP loans to businesses with 20 or less employees and sole proprietors only from Wednesday\, February 24 through Wednesday\, March 10\, 2021. President Biden has also announced additional program changes to make access to PPP loans more equitable.\n\nSteps to follow\, via the US Small Business Administration:\n\n1. Find a lender:\n\nGet matched with a lender\nSearch for lenders in your area\n\n\n2. Identify a loan:\n\nFirst Draw PPP Loans: If you have not received a PPP loan before\, First Draw PPP Loans are available to you.\nSecond Draw PPP Loans: If you have previously received a PPP loan\, certain businesses are eligible for a Second Draw PPP Loan.\n\n\nReminder: the SBA also offers additional Coronavirus relief.\n\nNote: SBA relief loans/grants are contingent upon requirements being met that are unique to each business/industry. NGLCC is an information resource sharing partner of the SBA\, but we do not provide direct support with applications.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/nglcc-advocacy-alert-sba-paycheck-protection-program-update/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210304T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20201223T185924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201223T190119Z
UID:3996-1614846600-1614873600@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Engaging and Communicating WITH Your Stakeholders
DESCRIPTION:Get your team engaged\, proactive\, and ready to jump into the next project to accomplish great things. This course will address ways to engage WITH your team members\, letting them lead the charge\, and drive great (and measurable) results. \nYou will learn how to conduct actionable brainstorming sessions\, work together as a team to prioritize activities\, run productive meetings\, and ask the right questions to get decisions made to move projects forward. \nTopics Include: \n\nHow to conduct (and use!) successful brainstorming sessions\nWork together to actually prioritize activities\nHow to run successful meetings that actually get stuff done\nHow to ask good questions to get decisions made and move forward\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nBusiness professionals in leadership positions\, whether by title or not\nProject managers\, business analysts\, facilitators\, and change agents\nAnyone looking to practice and improve their communication skills\n\nFor more information: https://www.champagnecollaborations.com/
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/engaging-and-communicating-with-your-stakeholders/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210303
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210126T174303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T201702Z
UID:4154-1614643200-1614729599@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:2020 State Equality Index
DESCRIPTION:The State Equality Index (SEI) is prepared jointly by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and the Equality Federation Institute\, two national LGBTQ advocacy organizations. The SEI treats D.C. as a state. Its rankings place states and D.C. into four categories in the order of the degree of LGBTQ supportive laws and policies that are in place\, the lack of such laws and policies\, and laws and policies considered hostile to LGBTQ people. \nIn addition to D.C.\, Maryland\, and Delaware\, the other states placed in the highest category – called “Working Toward Innovative Equality” – include California\, Colorado\, Connecticut\, Hawaii\, Illinois\, Maine\, Massachusetts Minnesota\, Nevada\, New Hampshire\, New Jersey\, New Mexico\, New York\, Oregon\, Rhode Island\, Vermont\, and Washington. \nAccording to an HRC statement announcing the release of the 2020 SEI\, 27 states have yet to adopt comprehensive non-discrimination laws protecting LGBTQ people\, and LGBTQ people in those states “remain at risk of facing discrimination due to the lack of statutory protections.” \nRead the full 2020 report here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/2020-state-equality-index/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210227
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210201T192226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T181423Z
UID:4179-1614297600-1614383999@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Black LGBTQ Community Survey 2020-2021
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Black Equity (CBE) and Community Marketing & Insights (CMI) have released the Black LGBTQ Community Survey results\, in recognition of Black History Month\, February 2021. The full survey report on Black LGBTQ Americans is available to download at no charge. Just click here. \nTo receive a free copy\, please send your request to: research@cmi.info \nThe Center for Black Equity and Community Marketing & Insights would like to thank our partners in the study: AARP\, Freddie Mac\, Human Rights Campaign Foundation\, and Wilson Media Group\, Inc. \nContacts\nEarl D. Fowlkes\, Jr.\, President/CEO\nCenter for Black Equity\ne.fowlkes@centerforblackequity.org \nDavid Paisley\, Senior Research Director\nCommunity Marketing & Insights\ndavid@CMI.info
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/black-lgbtq-community-survey-2020-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210227
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210116T225816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T181211Z
UID:4094-1614297600-1614383999@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Through March 12: GSV Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The GSV Bootcamp is a FREE seven-week program designed to bring your ideas to life. During these sessions\, you’ll develop and polish concepts which you’ll then pitch to investors at Demo Week. This past summer’s inaugural Bootcamp welcomed 5\,000 participants from 65 countries\, with 700 investors joining our Demo Week. \nThe World is facing extraordinary challenges with an uncertain future for society. Entrepreneurs solve problems. They fix things. The bigger the problem\, the bigger the opportunity. Now is the time to innovate! \nLearn more here: https://gsvbootcamp.com/
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/through-march-12-gsv-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210227
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210113T200219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T201632Z
UID:4052-1614297600-1614383999@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:2021 East Meets West Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year’s East Meets West Conference is happening from February 24th-26th\, 2-4pm. Appropriately titled No Borders\, No Barriers\, the focus is to gather our international community online and create value through networking\, continued learning\, keynote speakers\, and roundtable discussions. \nThe usual all day conference will be condensed into a 2 hour timeframe that will include: \n2:00PM – Opening Keynote/Panel\n2:30PM – Breakout Sessions/Sponsor Roundtables\n3:30PM – Networking\n3:55PM – Concluding Comments \nPanelists and Topics \nRemote Work’s Impact on Economy & Society – Feb. 24 \nLiza Rodewald\, CEO of Instant Teams • Michele Kauinui\, Director of HR Services\, Simplicity HR by ALTRES • Nicole Lim\, Director Movers & Shakas • Moderator: Chenoa Farnsworth\, Managing Partner Blue Startups \nHow does remote work change the game for Hawaii and the world?\nWhat can we learn from other communities that have done this right/wrong?We dive into recent initiatives to attract talent to the islands and the potential consequences\, both positive and negative. \nConnecting The Future – Feb. 25 \nAshwani Jain\, Head of Growth and Operations\, Airmeet • Stefan Opsal\, COO and Co-Founder\, Rendezview • Sam Liang\, CEO\, Otter.a • Moderator: Casey Lau\, Co-Host RISE Conference \nThe tools and platforms that will keep us connected during and after the pandemic. It may have started with Zoom\, but there are so many platforms and technologies available today to connect you with investors\, startups\, and your community during the pandemic. \nWhat are some exciting platforms and where are they going in 2021 and beyond? \nBringing Tourism Back Responsibly – Feb. 26 \nChris Hemmeter\, Managing Director\, Thayer Ventures • Jessica Blotter\, CEO and Co-Founder of Kind Traveler • Kalani Kaʻanāʻanā\, Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs & Natural Resources\, Hawaii Tourism Authority • Moderator: Chenoa Farnsworth\, Managing Partner Blue Startups \nThe world’s tourism driven economies have suffered greatly in the pandemic and Hawaii has been no exception. But\, the silver lining for all these communities has been a much needed break from over-tourism and its negative impacts on environment\, culture and lifestyle. \nHow can we bring back tourism in a way that creates a more sustainable and responsible industry going forward? \nEMW 2021 Roundtable Discussion Topics \nFor our roundtable discussions\, we wanted to offer a variety of relevant topics paired with industry leaders as our hosts. Each online roundtables is limited to 8 guests – to encourage real connections and discussion. There is something for everyone! \nKeep an eye out for updates at https://eastmeetswest.co/ \nAll Ticket Sales from EMW ’21 will be donated to the Hawaii Food Bank \nSince this year is a bit different\, we also wanted to change it up and suggest a $50 donation when you register so we can donate all proceeds to the Hawaii Food Bank. The pandemic has greatly impacted HFB and similar organizations\, so we wanted to do our part in supporting the fight against food insecurity\, especially in these hard times.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/2021-east-meets-west-conference/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210224T163000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20201016T175551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T193414Z
UID:3746-1614184200-1614187800@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Rainbow Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Town Hall videos are now online. Educators\, health care providers\, members of the business community and activists on the front lines discuss how to move forward on critical issues facing Hawaii’s LGBTQIA community: criminal justice\, inclusive education\, the economic impact of COVID-19\, stigma and mental health and safe and stable housing. \n\nPanelists include Winston Welch\, Kim Coco Iwamoto\, Kat Brady\, Thaddeus Pham\, Ari South\, Ryan K.  Hew\, Jeff Hong\, Dr. David McEwan and Brian Esquivel\, among many others. Explore new perspectives gained by living through a period of change and loss; one that also offers opportunities to imagine and create a new future.\n\nFor more information\, contact Randy Soriano.\n\n\nClick here to watch the videos.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/rainbow-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210224
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210210T193357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T181358Z
UID:4217-1614038400-1614124799@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Through February 25: SBA Pandemic Relief Options for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:These upcoming webinars from the Small Business Association will keep you in the know about the latest SBA loans available to nonprofits. SBA is offering weekly webinars on the 2nd round of (PPP) Payroll Protection Program loans\, as well as general info for anyone considering a 1st round application\, as well as info on (EIDL) Economic Injury Disaster Loan and the NEW Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) which is not yet launched\, but coming out soon (SVOG loans are for live venues\, performing arts organizations\, movie houses or other cultural institutions). \nThe PPP application deadline is March 31\, 2021. \nThe webinars will cover:\n• How small businesses and nonprofits located in low-income communities may be eligible for the Targeted EIDL Advance\n• Eligibility\, program details\, and how to apply for the Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) Grant\n• Where to get additional help\n• Technical assistance providers for bilingual and underserved small businesses and nonprofits are encouraged to attend.\n• Q and A will be covered as time allows. \nThis webinar will be repeated twice weekly in the month of February. To allow for maximum participation\, please do not register for more than one event. \nWebinar Dates:\nTuesday\, February 23  |  2pm – 3pm\nThursday\, February 25  |  10am – 11am \nAdvanced registration is required.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/through-february-25-sba-pandemic-relief-options-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210222T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210222T163000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20201223T184654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201223T184654Z
UID:3992-1614006000-1614011400@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:Bizwomen Mentoring Monday
DESCRIPTION:Join Pacific Business News on February 22nd for this FREE one-of-a-kind event that brings together women in a casual\, fast-paced coaching atmosphere. \nThis event is one of 40 that is being held by Business Journals all over the country involving about 8\,600 women who will be mentored and another 1\,700 women mentors. That means nearly 10\,000 of the best and brightest women from Albany to Honolulu are taking part in strengthening the community of strong business women in America. \nAbout 30 mentors who are the most influential women in the business community will be rotated in break out rooms to hold small group coaching sessions for 15 minutes. We expect every attendee to have the opportunity to meet at least 3 or 4 mentors. The quick turnaround is organized chaos which will be fast\, fun and fulfilling as everyone gets the chance to meet new people and gain new insights.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/bizwomen-mentoring-monday/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T071450
CREATED:20210219T184121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T184138Z
UID:4280-1613847600-1613851200@www.hirainbowchamber.org
SUMMARY:HVCA Entrepreneur Awards
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the HVCA Entrepreneur Awards are going virtual. Tune in on February 20th at 7pm on KHON2 as HVCA celebrates Hawaiʻiʻs rising entrepreneurs\, including the announcement of the People’s Choice Startup of the Year honoree. Registration will enter you for giveaways leading up to the awards! \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.hirainbowchamber.org/event/hvca-entrepreneur-awards/
LOCATION:Online
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