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SUMMARY:Women's Equality Day: Voting\, Voice\, and SAVE Act Fact vs Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Confused by the SAVE Act and Voter ID headlines? Get the facts\, understand Florida law\, and separate fact from fiction.\n\n\nOver the past several months\, voting laws have dominated headlines. Many people first heard about the proposed SAVE Act\, only to later see news about the Voter ID Act\, changing legislative proposals\, and evolving conversations around voter registration and election security. \nIf you’ve found yourself wondering: \n\nDoes any of this actually affect me?\nWhat’s current law versus proposed legislation?\nWhat if I’ve changed my name after marriage or divorce?\nHow do I know what’s true when every headline seems different?\n\nThis Women’s Equality Day\, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship is partnering with the League of Women Voters of Florida for a practical\, fact-based conversation designed to cut through the confusion. \nTogether\, we’ll separate fact from fiction around the SAVE Act\, the Voter ID Act\, voter identification requirements\, and Florida’s current voting laws—helping you understand what has changed\, what is still being debated\, and what women in Florida should know today. \nThis conversation is strictly nonpartisan. We won’t tell you how to vote. We won’t tell you what to believe. We’re here to help you uncover facts based information and know where to find trustworthy information for yourself. \n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nYou’ll leave with a clearer understanding of today’s voting landscape and practical tools to confidently navigate changing information. Together\, we’ll explore: \n\nHow the conversation has evolved from the proposed SAVE Act to the current Voter ID Act discussion\nWhat is currently required under Florida voting law—and what remains proposed at the federal level\nThe differences between voter registration\, voter identification\, and documentary proof of citizenship\nWhat women who have changed their names through marriage\, divorce\, or another life event should know\nWhere to find official\, credible election information before sharing it or making decisions\nPractical ways women can advocate for themselves and their communities through informed civic participation\n\n\n\nFact vs. Fiction\nOne of the highlights of this session is our interactive Fact vs. Fiction discussion. \nTogether\, we’ll unpack some of the most common claims circulating online\, including: \n\n“If I’m already registered to vote\, none of these changes affect me.”\n“If I changed my last name after getting married or divorced\, I don’t need to think about my voter registration.”\n“Whatever happens federally\, Florida’s voting requirements won’t change.”\n\nFor each topic\, our League of Women Voters experts will help us break down: \nThe Claim — What people are hearing. \nThe Facts — What current law and trusted sources actually say. \nThe Action — What eligible Florida voters should know or do. \nYou’ll leave with practical tools to share your voice through civic participation. \n\n\nWhy This Conversation Matters\nWomen’s Equality Day commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment on August 26\, 1920—a defining milestone in women’s right to vote in the United States. \nAs women building companies\, leading teams\, creating technology\, and strengthening our communities\, our influence extends far beyond the ballot box. Understanding the systems that shape our businesses\, careers\, and rights is part of informed leadership. \nWhat’s Next? Launching WTE’s Statewide Voting & Voice Initiative\nThis Women’s Equality Day session is the first event in WTE’s three-part Voting & Voice Initiative\, created in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Florida. \nPart 2: September | Register\nThroughout September\, League of Women Voters volunteers will join WTE chapter socials across Florida with information tables where attendees can: \n\nRegister to vote\nUpdate their voter registration\nVerify their registration status\nAsk questions about Florida voting requirements\nAccess trusted\, nonpartisan election resources\n\nMake sure you bring your Florida Drivers License Number or Florida ID Number to your regular monthly WTE networking event for convenient\, secure voter registration support. \nPart 3: October | Your Ballot Explained\nWe’ll conclude the series with a special online session designed to help members confidently prepare for the November election through a nonpartisan review of Florida’s ballot\, key dates\, and trusted voter resources. \n\n\nMeet Our Speakers:\nDr. Sarah Matthews\, Founder & CEO at Health Communications Consultants\, Inc. \nSarah Matthews is a scientist\, entrepreneur\, and award-winning public health leader whose firm serves global clients with a mission rooted in innovation\, advocacy\, and human-centered problem-solving. A former epidemiologist and current researcher in AI acceptance in public health\, Sarah brings a unique systems perspective to business\, technology\, and equity. She is widely published and the recipient of multiple state and national honors for her leadership in health\, tech\, and policy. Sarah also serves as a Board Member on the Advocacy Committee at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship\, helping shape inclusive dialogue and drive systemic impact across the WTE community. \nMore Speaker Announcements Coming Soon\nWe’re excited to welcome a representative from the League of Women Voters of Florida to lead this conversation. Speaker details will be announced soon. \n\n\n\nAbout The League of Women Voters\nThe League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan\, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy\, education\, and litigation\, at the local\, state\, and national levels. Find your local League of Women Voters Chapter here. \n\n\n\nAbout Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE)\nWomen in Tech & Entrepreneurship is a dues-free\, member-led organization helping women across all industries start\, scale\, and lead in today’s economy. We provide educational programming\, near-peer mentorship\, and a thriving community of support for women building bold careers and businesses — on their own terms. \nThis session is part of WTE’s Advocacy Committee Engagement Sessions (ACEs)—a series created by WTE’s Advocacy Committee to make advocacy more accessible through fact-based education\, thoughtful dialogue\, and practical next steps. Whether the topic is entrepreneurship\, technology\, public policy\, or civic engagement\, ACEs help our community understand the issues shaping our businesses\, careers\, and everyday lives.
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SUMMARY:2026 VEI Open House
DESCRIPTION:Discover the resources available through the Veteran Entrepreneurship Initiative\, network with fellow veteran entrepreneurs.\n\n\nJoin us for the VEI Open House on August 26 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the National Entrepreneur Center. Discover the resources available through the Veteran Entrepreneurship Initiative\, network with fellow veteran entrepreneurs\, and kick off our new series of workshops and cohort classes. Enjoy refreshments and connect with a community dedicated to your success.
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/2026-vei-open-house/
LOCATION:National Entrepreneur Center\, 3201 East Colonial Drive\, Orlando\, FL\, 32803\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Interview Lab
DESCRIPTION:This isn't your average mock interview. Our Lab features improv actors who will engage with attendees in  real-time interview scenarios.\n\n\nNail the interview. Own the room. Get the job. \nJoin us for the 2nd annual Interview Lab\, a one-of-a-kind event where strategy meets spontaneity\, and interview prep gets a bold\, interactive twist. \nBack for another year\, this lab kicks off with high-impact coaching to help you speak with clarity\, confidence\, and purpose in any interview setting. Then\, it’s time to put your skills to the test—in a fun\, low-pressure environment that’s anything but ordinary. \nLast year’s event led to multiple attendees landing interviews—and getting hired! Come see what all the buzz is about. \n🎭 Meet the Interactive PlayLab \nThis isn’t your average mock interview. Our Interactive PlayLab features improv actors who will engage with attendees in dynamic\, real-time interview scenarios. Shake off nerves\, sharpen your instincts\, and get immediate feedback in a space designed for both growth and play. \nWhat You’ll Experience:✅ Interview strategies that actually work✅ Techniques to boost confidence and overcome nerves✅ Interactive practice with professional improv actors✅ Real-time coaching and feedback to elevate your presence✅ Food provided! \nWho Should Attend: \n\nJob seekers and career changers\nStudents and recent grads\nEntrepreneurs preparing for investor or client pitches\nAnyone looking to level up their speaking skills and interview game\n\nWhy It Matters:Interviewing isn’t just about answering questions—it’s about connection\, clarity\, and confidence. The Interview Lab gives you the tools and the reps to walk into your next interview ready to shine. \n📎 Bring your resume! Come prepared with a copy for an even more applicable\, hands-on experience. \n📅 Wednesday\, August 26🕕 6:00 PM📍 The Conduit\, 1001 N Orange Ave\, Orlando\, FL 32801 \nAdditional Parking
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/the-interview-lab/
LOCATION:CREDO Conduit\, 1001 North Orange Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship - August St. Petersburg Chapter Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:a casual gathering of high-performing\, non-conforming women founders\, tech workers\, VCs\, and hype girls\n\n\nJoin the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) St. Petersburg Chapter for a Happy Hour at Green Bench Brewing Company! \nTap into the vibrant energy of St. Pete with fellow women founders\, tech innovators\, and local changemakers for an evening of relaxed connection and great conversation. This isn’t a workshop or panel—it’s a laid-back social hour where you can unwind\, meet inspiring new people\, and build meaningful relationships with the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship community in one of St. Petersburg’s favorite local gathering spots. \nSet beneath the sprawling oak trees and welcoming beer garden at Green Bench Brewing Co.\, this meetup is the perfect place to swap stories\, share ideas\, and make new connections over award-winning craft beer\, cider\, or non-alcoholic options. Whether you’re celebrating a recent win\, brainstorming your next big venture\, or simply enjoying a summer evening with like-minded women\, you’ll find an atmosphere that’s authentic\, welcoming\, and built around community. Come as you are\, bring a friend\, and help us continue growing the incredible network of women shaping the future of tech and entrepreneurship in Tampa Bay. \n \nWhat to Expect:\nWarm Welcome: Come as you are\, come when you can. There’s no such thing as late\, over dressed\, underdressed – whatever – at a WTE event. At our events you’ll meet a warm and welcoming community of supportive\, ambitious women who want to meet you! \nBetter Networking: We think differently at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship. We want to connect about ideas\, industry disruptions\, personal passions\, and big audacious dreams. We keep our events simple so we can focus our energy on authentic connections\, and the culture we’ve created leads to better connections and deeper relationships for our members. \nInteresting People at Every Stage of Their Journeys: Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey\, there’s someone here for you. We’re proud to be 3X more diverse than the tech sector as a whole and we’re all on unique journeys – which means we all offer out-of-the-box perspectives to help every member breakthrough and level up. \n\n\n\nVenue Spotlight: Green Bench Brewing Company\nThis month\, our St. Pete Chapter Happy Hour is heading to the iconic Green Bench Brewing Co.\, one of the city’s most beloved gathering places in the heart of the Edge District. Inspired by St. Petersburg’s historic green benches—once designed to bring neighbors together—this welcoming brewery is built around the same mission: creating community\, fostering conversation\, and making everyone feel at home. \nSet beneath the shade of towering oak trees\, Green Bench features a spacious beer garden\, relaxed indoor taproom\, and an inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for meaningful conversations and new connections. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast or simply looking for a laid-back place to meet fellow founders\, professionals\, and innovators\, this is the perfect setting to unwind\, network\, and grow together over exceptional local brews and great company. \nIn recognition of Black Business Month\, we’re intentionally highlighting and supporting local Black-owned businesses that help shape the vibrant entrepreneurial community we all benefit from. By gathering at Green Bench’s neighboring Black-owned taproom\, Webb’s City Cellar\, and celebrating the collaborative spirit that defines this destination\, we’re proud to use our events to support inclusive economic growth while creating space for meaningful connections across our community. \nParking:The closest parking is available at Edge Lot Parking\, located just a few doors down from Green Bench Brewing Co. This is a public paid lot\, with parking available through the ParkMobile app. \n✨ PS: To keep our membership and events FREE\, food and drinks at this event will be self-pay. Interested in sponsoring (and treating the crew)? Reach out to us at sponsorships@wte.network! \n\n\n\nMeet Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE)\nA groundbreaking organization focused on advancing women in technology and entrepreneurship sectors\, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique\, dues-free\, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying\, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content\, business resources\, industry insights\, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders\, all without the burden of membership fees.potlig \nYou can learn more about us here
URL:https://innovateorlando.io/event/women-in-tech-entrepreneurship-august-st-petersburg-chapter-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Green Bench Brewing Company\, 1133 Baum Avenue North\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
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