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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: HR Essentials for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at WorcLab for an interactive lunch and learn session focused on building the HR foundation your startup needs to grow and thrive. company policies\, this session is designed to help early-stage teams scale with confidence. \nOur speaker\, Jeff Bennett\, brings deep experience in human capital strategy through his work at Insperity\, a leading provider of HR solutions that help businesses run better\, grow faster\, and make a difference in the lives of their employees. With over three decades of experience supporting small and midsize businesses\, Insperity brings practical insights into how strategic HR infrastructure can drive performance\, culture\, and long-term sustainability. \nJeff will walk through core HR functions that startups often overlook—like compliance\, talent strategy\, and employee development—and explain how thoughtful planning in these areas can unlock growth\, mitigate risk\, and support a thriving workplace culture. \nIn partnership with Insperity.\nLunch will be provided. \n 
URL:https://theventureforum.org/event/lunch-learn-hr-essentials-for-startups/
LOCATION:WorcLab\, 44 Portland Street 4th Floor\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Designing User-Centered Products
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at WorcLab for an interactive lunch and learn session focused on the essential principles of user-centered design. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or just starting\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to ensure that their startup is on the right track from day one. \nOur speaker\, Robert Irwin\, is an accomplished industrial designer\, inventor\, and pioneer in sustainable product development. He’s the founder of the online learning platform\, Learn Industrial Design and is the owner and director of irwindesigned LLC. Robert has built a reputation for excellence in applying user-centered design principles to create category-bending\, novel products. His work spans collaborations with major brands such as Amazon\, Keurig\, and Hoover\, and his experience in user research\, CAD modeling\, and sustainability strategies offers valuable insights for early-stage companies. \nRobert will guide you through how user-centered design can help you better understand and meet your target audience’s needs\, ensuring that your product development efforts are aligned with market demand and set for long-term success. \nIn partnership with irwindesigned LLC. \nRegister here on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-learn-designing-user-centered-products-tickets-1082324474639
URL:https://theventureforum.org/event/lunch-learn-designing-user-centered-products/
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Critical Thinking in Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Enhance Your Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills. \nCome join us at WorcLab Incubator & Coworking space for an interactive session on critical thinking. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or just starting out\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to take their business to the next level. \nOur speaker\, David Morse\, has over 30 years of experience in management consulting in a broad array of industries. David has focused on instilling critical thinking approaches within organizations in Life Sciences\, Financial\, Automotive and Mining industries\, to name a few\, and is Principal at Revolution Management Consulting. \nDavid enjoys helping clients “learn how to fish” when it comes to solving problems\, making decisions\, managing projects and handling risk. He will be sharing insights into how critical thinking skills can help individuals as well as organizations improve communications and results. \n \n 
URL:https://theventureforum.org/event/lunch-learn-critical-thinking-in-business/
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at WorcLab Incubator & Coworking space for an interactive session on strategic planning. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or just starting out\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to take their business to the next level. \nOur speaker\, Mike Mitchell\, is a seasoned strategist with over 30 years of experience. Mike specializes in project management and is the founder of Mike Mitchell Consulting/Wisdom Advisors. \nMike loves being part of success stories and excels at collaborating with entrepreneurs to bring structure and organization to their businesses. His pragmatic approach to problem-solving is straightforward and uncomplicated\, utilizing proven tools and techniques. \nAt this event\, Mike will share practical insights and actionable strategies to help you navigate strategic planning with confidence. \nRegister on Eventbrite : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-learn-strategic-planning-tickets-876038212877
URL:https://theventureforum.org/event/lunch-learn-strategic-planning/
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