Close more deals:
a sales masterclass series

• A real customer profile, built from evidence instead of assumptions

• A qualifying checklist and sales script scaffold

• A stakeholder or funnel map for a deal you're actually working right now

• A pricing framework with your real price point and your walk away number

Ascender’s sales masterclass was built for those who have to sell as part of their role; either as a founder, small business owner or someone new to sales.  

All sessions will be held in person at Ascender, located in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty neighborhood from 6:00 - 8:30 PM. 

• Thursday, September 17th, 2026 - Your Ideal Customer & Product-Market Fit

• Thursday, September 24th, 2026 - Who Are You Selling To?

• Thursday, October 1st, 2026 - Qualifying & Pipeline Basics

• Thursday, October 8th, 2026 - How Deals Actually Get Made

• Thursday, October 15th, 2026 - Price It Right & Hold Your Ground

• Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 - Closing: Making the Ask & Winning the Deal

• Thursday, October 29th, 2026 - How Buying Has Changed

Yes! There are 7 sessions, each 2.5 hours long. Individual sessions are $50 each. You can register for all 7 sessions for $300. Sign up for all sessions or choose your own adventure. Members get a 50% discount. Use code MEMBER2026 on Eventbrite to receive your discount. 

A limited number of tickets priced at a sliding scale are available. Please contact our Programs Director Ellen McDevitt for assistance.

The network doesn't stop when the sessions do. When the program wraps, you can sign up for a discounted Ascender membership by December 1, 2026 and keep building alongside a community of entrepreneurs. Continue your momentum with ongoing access to coaching and growth support from Ascender's experienced team and office hours experts.