Design Thinking 101 session will include 1) a high-level overview of Design Thinking, 2) How the Orlando Magic approach innovation, and 3) a brief ideation exercise. Andrew Bekemeyer, a seasoned Sports Business professional, commenced his career as a live entertainment intern with the Magic, showcasing dedication and enthusiasm. Born in Winter Garden, FL, and spending time in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and …
FirstCalendarAbstract: Modern quantum technologies depend on our ability to understand, predict, and ultimately engineer interactions between electrons, excitons, spins, and photons. In this colloquium, I will describe a method of turning quantum materials into programmable quantum systems. I will first briefly discuss how many-body GW–Bethe–Salpeter and Kadanoff–Baym approaches provide a predictive framework for the linear and nonlinear optical response of …
FirstCalendarMathematical Biology Seminar Carolina Solomon (UCF School of Data, Mathematical, and Statistical Sciences) will speak on "Modeling the Effects of Post Infection Mortality on Malaria Dynamics" at this week's seminar. Abstract: In 2025, the World Health Organization reported 282 million cases of malaria with approximately 610,000 being fatal. Of those fatalities, about 95% were caused by the Plasmodium falciparum strand. P. falciparum …
FirstCalendarSuccess today isn’t about traditional career paths but mastering the skills that drive impact and innovation. I’ll share my journey of building ventures and scaling teams in the Skills Economy Era with practical insights on learning, adaptability, and creating your own opportunities.
FirstCalendarHow will you earn money? How much money will you earn? There are more options than most people realize. Join us for our interactive workshop and learn to earn.
FirstCalendarYour résumé should be full of !@#$%. Learn what civilian employers need to learn about your qualifications on a résumé and in interviews too! Get expert insight from Scott’s experience conducting 5,000+ interviews, reviewing countless résumés, and meeting one-on-one with over 2,500 veterans in their transition to the civilian workforce. Learn how to write a résumé that speaks for itself …
FirstCalendarThis webinar is sponsored by Orange County Government. A treasure chest of free data exists that small businesses can use to guide their marketing strategies inside Google Analytics. Rather than trying to teach Google Analytics, this unique program simply focuses on five specific questions that drive digital marketing decisions and how to find those specific answers. Data is only valuable …
FirstCalendarThis webinar is sponsored by Orange County Government. A treasure chest of free data exists that small businesses can use to guide their marketing strategies inside Google Analytics. Rather than trying to teach Google Analytics, this unique program simply focuses on five specific questions that drive digital marketing decisions and how to find those specific answers. Data is only valuable …
FirstCalendarDon't Miss Your Opportunity Quest! Opportunity Quest helps students open new windows of opportunity by showcasing career options and resources associated with entrepreneurial careers such as freelancing, side hustling, working in small businesses, innovating roles in large organizations, or founding startups. Central Florida is home to many Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (ESOs) that offer FREE support to individuals who are exploring …
FirstCalendarHave you noticed a problem at school, at home, or in your community that you want to solve? Have you imagined solutions to major problems but been frustrated at not knowing where to start? Our Ideas Tournament is a great place for you to showcase your startup ideas and get a chance to win $5,000 in cash prize! This signature …
FirstCalendarBetter Together: Leveraging School Librarians to Ignite Literacy explores how school librarians and classroom teachers can work collaboratively to support literacy across print and digital formats. This panel of Florida Power Library School media specialists will highlight how literacy today exists on a spectrum and how intentional use of multiple formats can increase access, engagement, and student success. Participants will …
FirstCalendarThis session will provide you details on how an Industrial Engineering alumni became the Director of Corporate Strategy at OneRail as well as Co-Founder and COO at Community Tech. From strategic planning to security management, Jason works to improve processes and products to best support the company and community. Join this session to learn and be inspired! OneRail's Mission is to create …
FirstCalendarThe India Center's Annual India Lecture Series presents a special talk with Kanwal Rekhi, the first Indian-American founder to take a company public on the NASDAQ and author of The Groundbreaker. Co-founder of Excelan and past president of TiE, he has mentored more than 10,000 entrepreneurs and invested in over 200 early-stage companies. In this talk, Rekhi explores why artificial …
FirstCalendarIf you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This three-hour webinar will give you an overview of what to know, important actions to take, and best practices on how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success. Learn about the journey from pre-venture to start-up to opening your business as …
FirstCalendarTitle: Inverse designed, densely integrated classical and quantum photonics Abstract: Recent breakthroughs in photonics design, along with new nanofabrication approaches and heterogeneous integration play crucial roles in building photonics for applications including optical interconnects and quantum technologies. This design breakthrough is named photonic inverse design, and refers to efficiently searching through the space of all possible photonic device geometries, within fabrication …
FirstCalendarBusiness databases can seem overwhelming at first, but they’re one of the best ways to get a clear picture of your industry. This session will show you how to search effectively and pull out the details that really matter for your field or idea. You’ll leave knowing where to look and what to look for.
FirstCalendarBuilding strong credit is one of the most important steps you can take toward achieving your financial goals. Join us for Got Credit? Swipe for Your Future Webinar, a free virtual workshop designed to help you take charge of your financial future. Discover how to strengthen your credit profile, navigate key concepts like APR and interest rates, and understand how …
FirstCalendarA webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small business, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of revenue growth and an imperative for small business success. Topics include the traditional four “P’s” of marketing – Product, Place, Promotion, and Price – as well as three new “P’s” …
FirstCalendarIn-person Event: This presentation provides an understanding of the various certifications impacted by SBA; will discuss eligibility criteria and the application process. To aid your business to make effective connections with the government your business should obtain the proper certifications, if able to do so. SBA small business certifications document a special capability or status that will help your small business …
FirstCalendarIf you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This three-hour webinar will give you an overview of what to know, important actions to take, and best practices on how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success. Learn about the journey from pre-venture to start-up to opening your business as …
FirstCalendarYour business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. We’ll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included, and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth. Please note: Certain device’s Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, …
FirstCalendarYour business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. We’ll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included, and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth. Please note: Certain device’s Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, …
FirstCalendarIn-person Event: Celebrating SBA’s National Veteran Small Business Week, this workshop addresses the role of the SBA Office of Veterans Business Development in maximizing the availability, applicability, and usability of small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their dependents or survivors. OVBD is SBA’s liaison with the military veteran’s business community; provides policy analysis and reporting; and …
FirstCalendarIn-person Event: Celebrating SBA’s National Veteran Small Business Week, this workshop addresses the role of the SBA Office of Veterans Business Development in maximizing the availability, applicability, and usability of small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their dependents or survivors. OVBD is SBA’s liaison with the military veteran’s business community; provides policy analysis and reporting; and …
FirstCalendarIf you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This three-hour webinar will give you an overview of what to know, important actions to take, and best practices on how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success. Learn about the journey from pre-venture to start-up to opening your business as …
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