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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:IndigiPitch
DESCRIPTION:A community gathering featuring Native American entrepreneurs\n\n\nIndigiPitch is an energizing pitch competition that will showcase Michigan’s vibrant Native American entrepreneurship and startup community. Participants can expect an experience that is fun\, inspiring\, and welcoming for the entire community. \nIndigiPitch is free and open to the public. Anyone interested in supporting Michigan’s business startup community is welcome to attend. \nEvent Schedule \n\n4:30 pm: Doors Open! Connect with vendors including Indigenous-owned businesses and other resources.\n5:30 pm: Pitch competition.\n\nThere will be food available during networking. \nThe five entrepreneurs presenting at IndigiPitch are: \n*Deter \nDeter is a palm-sized micro-drone designed to interrupt threats before contact\, providing real-time autonomous protection for the vulnerable. The Deter pitch will be presented by Fitz Doud. \n*Little Agate \nLittle Agate offers a simple\, accessible approach to cloth diapering\, pairing an education program with an offering of new and used cloth diapers to reduce waste. The Little Agate pitch will be presented by Leah Blanchard. \n*Magnuson Design Studio \nMagnuson Design Studio is a spirited studio offering custom interior decor\, furniture\, and full-service design led by a Native American artist. With heart and heritage at the center\, it provides a thoughtful alternative to “Native-inspired” trends—celebrating culture with authenticity\, artistry\, and respect. \n*Nokomis Everstory \nNokomis Everstory bridges sacred storytelling tradition with modern technology to preserve voices in living form. The Nokomis Everstory pitch will be presented by Joshua Paul. \n*Rain & Revelry \nRain & Revelry brings storybook experiences to life through luxurious\, immersive events. The Rain & Revelry pitch will be presented by Amber Kilgore\, Gina Stegehuis\, and Yarrow Young. \nIndigiPitch will center Native American voices throughout the evening: \n\nOpening Remarks: Winnay Wemigwase\, Chairperson of the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians\n\n\nOpening Ceremony: Heather Syrette\n\n\nDrum: Bear River\n\n\nEmcees: Stormie Wakemup and Mark Wilson\n\n\nJudges: Eva Oldman\, Levi Rickert\, Eugene Magnuson\, Florence Ludka\, Paul Bussey\, and Shanna Shananaquet\n\n\nVendor Expo: Browse tables featuring Indigenous-owned businesses and other resources\n\nFor those traveling to Petoskey\, discounted rooms are available at Odawa Casino in Petoskey; reference “IndigiPitch” when booking (code 3519). \n20Fathoms may take photos and/ or video during this event. By attending the event\, you agree to being photographed and filmed\, which may be used for marketing purposes. \nIndigiPitch is brought to you by:\n\n\n\nAdditional support provided by:\n\n\n\nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/indigipitch/
LOCATION:Odawa Casino\, 1760 Lears Road\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch
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SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-4/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-5/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T192444Z
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SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS ARE TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-6/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251125T175418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T192245Z
UID:10000729-1765789200-1765790100@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS ARE TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-7/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251104T135851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T194554Z
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SUMMARY:'Tis the Season to Startup: Celebration\, Pitch\, and Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the holidays with 20F! Toast our incredible founders\, cheer them on in a live pitch competition\, and help pick the winner!\n\n\nCome celebrate an incredible 2025 with 20Fathoms!\nJoin us for a casual evening celebrating our startup community at Workshop Brewing. There will be dinner (come hungry!)\, drinks\, music\, and a market featuring local startups. Mix\, mingle\, make merry! \nOur market includes:\n\nFlabbocce\nValor Skincare\nBare Earth Herbals\nSand Baggage\nBlooma\n\nFive founders. Five minutes each. One $5\,000 winner.\nIn addition to shopping and mingling\, hear pitches from five businesses who participated in Breakfast Lab this year! Come celebrate the hard work that local founders are putting in to not only build their businesses but to create economic opportunity and growth in the Traverse City region. No judges\, no questions\, just local entrepreneurs sharing their stories. YOUR vote decides the winner of the $5000 winner-take-all prize! \nFood Drive:\nIf you’re able\, please consider bringing a non-perishable food donation\, 20Fathoms will be partnering with Hearts at Home to put together holiday food baskets for families right here in our community through partnerships with area schools and community networks. \nThis event is made possible by:\n\n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/tis-the-season-to-startup-celebration-pitch-and-marketplace/
LOCATION:The Workshop Brewing Company\, 221 Garland Street\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitch
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251125T175421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T175958Z
UID:10000730-1765962000-1765962900@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-8/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20250909T155633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T161125Z
UID:10000644-1765990800-1765998000@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Women in Tech Meetup - Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Join us for connection\, empowerment\, and lots of fun!\n\n\nEach month Women in Tech gathers to build community and support amongst women working in\, or interested in\, the tech industry and tech-related roles. \nThis meetup is casual\, fun\, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on\, share our stories\, and pool our collected expertise to support each other on our journeys. \nThis informal meetup is meant to help women build local connections and work on their professional growth (yeah\, support systems!). Gatherings are often made up of half-returning and half-new women\, creating a welcoming and approachable energy. \nThis event is free and open to all\, including students! Light snacks will be provided. Registration is requested to ensure ample seating\, but walk-ins are always welcome. Look for the Women in Tech/20Fathoms signage. \nWe can’t wait to see you! \nThank you to our event partner:
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/women-in-tech-meetup-traverse-city-11/
LOCATION:Earthen Ales\, 1371 Gray Drive\, ##200\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Women in Tech Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
UID:10000584-1766062800-1766070000@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Virtual-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251121T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183654Z
UID:10000688-1766062800-1766070000@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20250501T135238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T134004Z
UID:10000478-1766073600-1766080800@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Benzonia
DESCRIPTION:Happens the third Thursday of the month. No RSVP required. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools\n\nMeet your coach:\nGretchen Swanson leads talent initiatives at 20Fathoms to address the region’s need for qualified tech and startup professionals. Working with local employers and regional partners to identify critical skill areas\, she develops programming and resources for tech professionals of all experience levels\, helping job seekers successfully navigate their tech careers. \nGretchen is a long-time champion of innovative workforce development partnerships in the Grand Traverse Region. She has supported entrepreneurs and growing organizations as a Business Consultant with Michigan Small Business Development Center and through independent consulting where she specialized in technology integration and talent development.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-benzonia-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Grow Benzie\, 5885 Frankfort Highway\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251125T175424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T175819Z
UID:10000731-1766134800-1766138400@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:December Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Planning Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 1 | Sprint Planning: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \n2. Daily Scrum Zoom Meeting (15 minutes Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday) | December 3-17: 9:00 am – 9:15 am \n3. Sprint Review / Retrospective Zoom Meeting (1 hour) | December 19th: 9:00 am – 10:00 am \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/december-founder-accountability-huddle-9/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Scrum-Sprint-Eventbrite-header-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260105T100000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251204T163927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T144856Z
UID:10000732-1767603600-1767607200@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Scrum-Sprint-Eventbrite-header-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251204T163929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T144819Z
UID:10000733-1767776400-1767777300@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251121T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183654Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260109T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
CREATED:20251204T163932Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T091500
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SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle-4/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
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SUMMARY:Legal Office Hours with Josh Traeger
DESCRIPTION:Get legal guidance from Josh Traeger to launch or manage your business with clarity\, confidence\, and care.\n\n\nLegal Office Hours with True North Legal Group\n20Fathoms is excited to offer monthly Legal Office Hours with Josh Traeger\, Attorney at True North Legal Group\, exclusively for Northern Michigan entrepreneurs and small business owners. \nWhether you’re navigating early-stage questions\, reviewing contracts\, forming an LLC\, protecting your IP\, or just trying to understand what you don’t know yet\, this is your chance to connect with an experienced attorney in a low-pressure\, founder-friendly setting. \nHow It Works\n\nWhen: Second Monday of the month (January–April)\nTime: 4:00pm – 7:00pm\nSession Length: 30–60 minutes\nWhere: 20Fathoms (in person)\n\nThese appointments are first come\, first served. Once you register\, we’ll follow up to confirm your exact meeting time. \nImportant Note\nIf you sign up for a specific month and we’re unable to accommodate you due to demand\, we’ll automatically move your registration to the next month’s Office Hours and notify you as soon as possible. \nWho This Is For\nFounders\, small business owners\, and entrepreneurs who need clarity on topics such as: \n\nBusiness formation + structure\nContracts + compliance\nCorporate governance\nEmployment considerations\nEarly-stage legal strategy\nGeneral small business questions\n\nOffice hours are currently available at no cost\, due to grant funding. Office hours provide general legal guidance and education; they are not a substitute for ongoing legal representation.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/legal-office-hours-with-josh-traeger/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260114T091500
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
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SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle-5/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:A come-as-you-are Thursday morning workshop for founders to think\, work\, and problem-solve together. Coffee and community included.\n\n\nBreakfast Lab is a welcoming\, weekly gathering for founders and small business owners who want to learn alongside others and feel a little less alone while building something. \nEach Thursday morning\, we get together to explore practical topics\, share experiences\, ask honest questions\, and connect with people who just get it. Some weeks are lightly facilitated workshops\, some are guided conversations\, but all are designed to spark learning\, connection\, and forward movement. \nYou don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need to have it all figured out. Just show up curious. \nCome for one session or make it part of your weekly rhythm—each Breakfast Lab stands on its own while helping build relationships over time. \nAnd if you’d like to stay and keep working\, coworking at 20Fathoms is free on Thursdays for Breakfast Lab attendees. \nDates\, Topics & Facilitators\n(These dates and topics will be updated throughout the year) \n\nJanuary 15 — Breakfast Lab Kickoff with Erin Srebinski\n\nWhat is Breakfast Lab?\nBreakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and will be offered virtually. There is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. Walk-ins are welcome. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab. \n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. Based in Traverse City and serving all of Northwest Lower Michigan\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit startup incubator and resource center for entrepreneurs and growing businesses. The organization works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and specializes in working with technology-focused companies. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, connections\, funding\, and general support.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-6/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T080619
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SUMMARY:Branding and Website Office Hours with Jaime Edmondson
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Jaime Edmondson for personalized brand and website guidance to bring your business’s story and visual identity to life.\n\n\nBrand & Design Office Hours with Spellbound Creative Studio\nReady to level up your brand or website but not sure where to start? Join us for Office Hours with Jaime Edmondson of Spellbound Creative Studio\, a chance to get 1:1 guidance on brand design\, website design\, and immersive visual storytelling. \nWhether you’re launching a new business\, re-imagining your brand\, or refining your digital presence\, Jaime helps you translate your story\, personality\, and values into visuals that resonate with your audience. Her approach centers on storytelling\, strategy\, and authenticity because your brand is more than a just logo; it’s a full experience. \nWhat this is for: \n\nBranding & brand identity development\nWebsite design and user experience guidance\nVisual storytelling & cohesive brand voice\nAdvice for small businesses\, creatives\, and founders wanting a brand that reflects their unique personality and vision\n\nHow it works: \n\nBook a 30–60 minute session\, one-on-one with Jaime.\nSessions are first come\, first served.\nAfter you register\, we’ll follow up to confirm your exact time slot at least one week before your scheduled date.\nIf the month you sign up for fills up\, we’ll automatically move your registration to the next available month and notify you right away.\n\nWhy it matters:\nSpellbound Creative Studio believes “professional” doesn’t have to mean boring — your quirks\, passions\, and story are the secret ingredients that make your brand stand out. Jaime’s creative\, narrative-driven design work gives you a brand identity and website that are not only polished and professional\, but deeply personal and memorable. Spellbound Studio+1 \nWhether you’re just starting out\, rebranding\, or sharpening your digital identity — come ready to explore what your brand could be and leave with actionable next steps. \nOffice hours are currently available at no cost\, due to grant funding.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/branding-and-website-office-hours-with-jaime-edmondson/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T150000
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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