OFFICE HOURS
Ascender’s rotating Office Hours are a free resource for entrepreneurs seeking guidance from experts in law & tech, HR, marketing, product development, strategy and mental health.
Expert sessions are held weekly and open to the public.
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Wei Yu
Tech & Law
Do I actually need a patent, trademark or copyright- and which should I do first?
Navigating legal questions in the AI era? Schedule time with Wei Yu, Intellectual Property attorney and get your questions answered.
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Liana Maneese
Founder Feelings
How do I deal with burnout when I can’t step away from my business?
Founder & Lead Clinician of Transitional Characters, Liana provides a supportive and grounding space designed to help founders, creatives and leaders navigate emotional, relational and identity-centered challenges.
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Mike Capsambelis
Product Strategy
How do I validate user needs instead of just guessing what customers want?
Mike Capsambelis (Director, Product Management, Google) helps founders refine their product strategy or roadmap, overcome go-to-market obstacles and build for success.
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Madeline Farina
Marketing & Brand Strategy
Can you help me clearly explain what my business does so people actually understand it?
Madeline Farina helps founders and small business owners build authentic brands, clarify their message and create marketing strategies that attract the right customers.
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John Rodella
Sales Strategy & Growth
What specific steps can I take in the next 30-60 days to increase revenue?
Meet with John Rodella for support with sharpening your sales approach, strengthening your pipeline and removing obstacles holding back growth.
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Eryn Correa
Legal
Did I setup my business the right way, or should I think about restructuring
Schedule time with Eryn Correa, founder of Correa Legal LLC. if you’re looking for answers about formation, equity, or fundraising.
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Ginny Nemchick
People & Culture
What systems should I build now so growth doesn’t create internal chaos?
Ask Ginny about writing accurate job descriptions, building equitable hiring practices and how to use effective management techniques to support a growing team.
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Erin Bestic
Executive Coaching & Business
What should my top three priorities be this quarter to actually move the business forward?
Receive guidance from Erin Bestic, a strategist who’s led billion-dollar sales portfolios, overhauled operations and coach leaders at every stage of growth.
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Donald Robinson
Strategic Planning
What do I do when the business feels stuck but I’m not sure why?
Whether you’re preparing for a big decision, rethinking your business model or just trying to get unstuck, this session is designed to meet you where you are.