Join the Department of Commerce, for our Coffee and Commerce event series! These events are designed to empower the growth of businesses with resources, knowledge and connections. Each session offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to hear from industry leaders and specialists on key topics that will help them start, operate, and grow their businesses in Philadelphia.

Join us for an informative session on Safety Essentials and Crime Prevention for Businesses. This event will cover essential topics, including effective security strategies and practical crime prevention measures. Our panelists will share valuable insights on how businesses can protect themselves, provide critical tips for responding to incidents like burglary or theft, and offer public safety resources, including trauma-informed care. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover how strong partnerships between businesses and safety enforcement can create a safer Philadelphia for all.

Topic: Safety Essentials and Crime Prevention for Businesses

Moderator: Camille Simpkins, Relationship Manager, PIDC

Panelists:

• Myesha Massey, Deputy Commissioner, Community Partnerships, Philadelphia Police Department
• Neftali Ramos, Director of Kensington Coordination
• Pedro Rosario, Deputy Police Commissioner, Philadelphia Police Department
• Pedro Rodriquez, Inspector - Training and Education Services
• Michael P Cram, Deputy Commissioner, Patrol Operations, Philadelphia Police Department
• Adam Geer, Chief Public Safety Director, Office of Public Safety

As artificial intelligence (AI) changes many industries, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) need to adjust to make the most of it. This webinar is designed to help SMB owners and IT managers integrate AI technologies into their operations.

In this session, we will dive into how high-performance workstations can power AI applications that drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. We'll discuss the critical role of workstations in running AI models effectively, including machine learning and deep learning processes, that enhance decision-making and operational efficiencies. 

Attendees will learn about the different types of AI workloads, the specific hardware requirements for each, and practical steps to implement AI solutions within their current infrastructure.

• Understanding AI and Its Impact on SMBs
• Implementing AI in Your Business
• Choosing the Right Workstation for AI Tasks
• Scaling AI Solutions as Your Business Grows

Do you feel comfortable talking about your business? Would you like to develop your "pitch"? Join this workshop to hone your idea and create your own Pitch Deck! This is a great first step to developing your business plan.

Attendees will be able to:

Describe their business idea and its market feasibility
Refine their pitch and become comfortable promoting their business
Practice their pitch and receive feedback from peers

Target Audience:

Preventure businesses
Start-ups
Existing businesses

Presenter: Erika Tapp Duran

Erika Tapp Duran, a Temple SBDC advisor, will be presenting this webinar. Erika provides consulting services to pre-venture and start-up businesses as well as teaching the center’s business planning courses. Erika is also part of the faculty of the Social Enterprise Program at the Villanova School of Business working with teams of students providing pro bono consulting for social enterprises. She came to Temple with a decade of experience in community and economic development in Philadelphia. Erika earned her EMBA at Villanova University, her MA at the University of Pennsylvania, and BArch at Cornell University.

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