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SUMMARY:🖥️Excel para Llevar las Finanzas de tu Negocio (WBC 10/06)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fexcel-para-llevar-las-finanzas-de-tu-negocio-wbc-10-06/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Childcare Workshops,Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T200000
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Linktree y Estrategias de Enlaces Inteligentes (East Bay) (10/6/25)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-linktree-y-estrategias-de-enlaces-inteligentes-east-bay-10-6-25/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Talleres de Tecnología,Taller de Herramientas Digitales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T201303Z
CREATED:20260827T200015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T201303Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️Procurement & Federal Contracting Certifications (WBC 10/07)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fprocurement-federal-contracting-certifications-wbc-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops,Professional Development Workshops,Contractors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T201751Z
CREATED:20260820T201751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T201751Z
UID:10008677-1791392400-1791399600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Ventas con IA para negocios de servicios (East Bay) (10/7/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-ventas-con-ia-para-negocios-de-servicios-east-bay-10-7-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Talleres de Tecnología,Taller de Herramientas Digitales,Taller de Inteligencia Artificial
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T185020Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️ Build a Brand That Captivates and Sells (East Bay) (10/7/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-build-a-brand-that-captivates-and-sells-east-bay-10-7-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T130000
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CREATED:20260827T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T201443Z
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SUMMARY:🖥️Designing Your Services: From Idea to Offer (WBC 10/08)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fdesigning-your-services-from-idea-to-offer-wbc-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops,Professional Development Workshops,Contractors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T193704Z
CREATED:20260820T193704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T193704Z
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SUMMARY:📍 Plan de Negocios (10 Semanas) (NSMC 10/08/2026 - 12/17/2026)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-plan-de-negocios-10-semanas-nsmc-10-08-2026-12-17-2026/
LOCATION:Economic Advancement Center\, 366 Grand Ave.\, South San Francisco\, 94080
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T192647Z
CREATED:20260902T192412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T192647Z
UID:10008709-1791892800-1791896400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️¿Cuál es la Mejor Opción para Cobrar en tu Negocio? (WBC 10/13)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fcual-es-la-mejor-opcion-para-cobrar-en-tu-negocio-wbc-10-13/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Childcare Workshops,Talleres en Español
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T204728Z
CREATED:20260825T204728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T204728Z
UID:10008685-1791910800-1791918000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Crea una marca que enamora y vende (East Bay) (10/13/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-crea-una-marca-que-enamora-y-vende-east-bay-10-13-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Taller de Marketing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Crea-una-marca-que-enamora-y-vende.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T203205Z
CREATED:20260820T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T203205Z
UID:10008680-1791975600-1791981000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Aprende y Crece con Capital: Renaissance Milestone Microloan (SMC 10/14/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-aprende-y-crece-con-capital-renaissance-milestone-microloan-smc-10-14-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops,Taller de Finanzas Empresariales
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Aprende-y-Crece-Aug-Nov-2026-ESP.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T194230Z
CREATED:20260827T194230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T194230Z
UID:10008693-1791997200-1792004400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Define y investiga a tu audiencia con IA (East Bay) (10/14/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-define-y-investiga-a-tu-audiencia-con-ia-east-bay-10-14-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Talleres de Tecnología,Taller de Inteligencia Artificial
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Define-y-investiga-a-tu-audiencia-con-IA.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T185529Z
CREATED:20260902T185529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T185529Z
UID:10008705-1791997200-1792004400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Generate Leads and Win More Customers (East Bay) (10/14/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-generate-leads-and-win-more-customers-east-bay-10-14-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Generate-Leads-and-Win-More-Customers.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T181644Z
CREATED:20260827T202305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T181644Z
UID:10008696-1792000800-1792004400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Profitability Boost for Existing Storefronts and Restaurants (WBC 10/14)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fprofitability-boost-for-existing-storefronts-and-restaurants-wbc-10-14/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/🖥️Profitability-Boost-for-Existing-Storefronts-and-Restaurants-WBC-1014-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T194507Z
CREATED:20260902T193615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T194507Z
UID:10008710-1792065600-1792069200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️TikTok para Emprendedores: Cómo Viralizar tu Negocio Nuevo (WBC 10/15)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8ftiktok-para-emprendedores-como-viralizar-tu-negocio-nuevo-wbc-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Taller de Negocio de Comida
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/🖥️TikTok-para-Emprendedores-Como-Viralizar-tu-Negocio-Nuevo-WBC-1015.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260918T174204Z
CREATED:20260910T091305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T174204Z
UID:10008715-1792429200-1792436400@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ AI Applications for Small Businesses (East Bay) (10/19/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-ai-applications-for-small-businesses-east-bay-10-19-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AI-Applications-for-Small-Businesses-Jerry-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260820T210713Z
CREATED:20260820T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T210713Z
UID:10008682-1792432800-1792440000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍 Intro to QuickBooks for Small Businesses (2 Weeks) (SMC 10/19/2026 - 10/26/2026)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-intro-to-quickbooks-for-small-businesses-2-weeks-smc-10-19-2026-10-26-2026/
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T215943Z
CREATED:20260901T215943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T215943Z
UID:10008701-1792497600-1792501200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Pricing Your Childcare Services (WBC 10/20)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fpricing-your-childcare-services-wbc-10-20/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Childcare Workshops,Professional Development Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/🖥️Pricing-Your-Childcare-Services-WBC-1020-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T190529Z
CREATED:20260902T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T190529Z
UID:10008707-1792602000-1792609200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Build Your Offer Portfolio and Multiply Your Revenue (East Bay) (10/21/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-build-your-offer-portfolio-and-multiply-your-revenue-east-bay-10-21-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Build-Your-Offer-Portfolio-and-Multiply-Your-Revenue.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260904T213321Z
CREATED:20260904T213321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T213321Z
UID:10008713-1792602000-1792609200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Como Registrar tu Nombre de Negocio en CA (East Bay) (10/21/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-como-registrar-tu-nombre-de-negocio-en-ca-east-bay-10-21-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Taller de Cómo Registrar tu Nombre de Negocio
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Como-Registrar-tu-Nombre-de-Negocio-en-CA.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yuli Solis":MAILTO:ysolis@
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T203000
DTSTAMP:20261006T203816Z
CREATED:20260915T195856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T203816Z
UID:10008719-1792607400-1792614600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Optimizing Systems with AI for the Wellness Industry (SMC 10/21/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-optimizing-systems-with-ai-for-the-wellness-industry-smc-10-21-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Technology Workshop,Wellness Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Optimizing-Systems-with-AI-for-Wellness-Industry-10.21.26.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T130000
DTSTAMP:20261006T184244Z
CREATED:20261006T181548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T184244Z
UID:10008742-1792668600-1792674000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Double Your Foot Traffic and Holiday Boost Sales for Storefronts (WBC 10/22)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fdouble-your-foot-traffic-and-holiday-boost-sales-for-storefronts-wbc-10-22/
LOCATION:zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/🖥️Double-Your-Foot-Traffic-and-Holiday-Boost-Sales-for-Storefronts-WBC-1022.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T194004Z
CREATED:20260902T194004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T194004Z
UID:10008711-1792670400-1792674000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Lo Nuevo en Canva: Diseña con las Últimas Funciones de IA y Colaboración (WBC 10/22)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8flo-nuevo-en-canva-disena-con-las-ultimas-funciones-de-ia-y-colaboracion-wbc-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Español,Taller de Negocio de Comida
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/🖥️Lo-Nuevo-en-Canva-Disena-con-las-Ultimas-Funciones-de-IA-y-Colaboracion-WBC-1022.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260910T095921Z
CREATED:20260910T095921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T095921Z
UID:10008717-1793016000-1793023200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Beauty and Barber Series (East Bay) (10/26/26-11/30/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-beauty-and-barber-series-east-bay-10-26-26-11-30-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Hair & Beauty Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Beauty-and-Barber-Class-Oct-2026.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260918T174341Z
CREATED:20260910T095253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T174341Z
UID:10008716-1793034000-1793041200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market (East Bay) (10/26/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-how-to-stand-out-in-a-crowded-market-east-bay-10-26-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/How-to-Stand-Out-in-a-Crowded-Market-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T201031Z
CREATED:20260820T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T201031Z
UID:10008675-1793098800-1793104200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Launch & Grow with Capital: Renaissance Milestone Microloan (SMC 10/27/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-launch-grow-with-capital-renaissance-milestone-microloan-smc-10-27-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Launch-and-Grow-Aug-Nov-2026-ENG.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T203636Z
CREATED:20260902T192048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T203636Z
UID:10008708-1793100600-1793106000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Certificaciones para Contratación y Contratos Federales (WBC 10/27)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fcertificaciones-para-contratacion-y-contratos-federales-wbc-10-27/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Childcare Workshops,Talleres en Español
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/🖥️Certificaciones-para-Contratacion-y-Contratos-Federales-WBC-1027-1-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T173000
DTSTAMP:20261006T191340Z
CREATED:20261006T185552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T191340Z
UID:10008743-1793116800-1793122200@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍Women Mean Business - Sell More\, Keep More: The Holiday Pricing Challenge (WBC 10/27)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8dwomen-mean-business-sell-more-keep-more-the-holiday-pricing-challenge-wbc-10-27/
LOCATION:Mr. East Kitchen\, 276 5th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Professional Development Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/📍Women-Mean-Business-–-Sell-More-Keep-More-The-Holiday-Pricing-Challenge-WBC-1027.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T203608Z
CREATED:20260902T203608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T203608Z
UID:10008712-1793206800-1793214000@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️ Create Your First Pilot and Win Clients (East Bay) (10/28/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-create-your-first-pilot-and-win-clients-east-bay-10-28-26/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops,Skill Building Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Create-Your-First-Pilot-and-Win-Clients.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T133000
DTSTAMP:20260902T181243Z
CREATED:20260831T212519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181243Z
UID:10008698-1793271600-1793280600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:🖥️Marketing Bootcamp for Retail and Storefront Businesses (WBC 10/29)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8fmarketing-bootcamp-for-retail-and-storefront-businesses-wbc-10-29/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/🖥️Marketing-Bootcamp-for-Retail-and-Storefront-Businesses-WBC-1029-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@rencenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260915T194916Z
CREATED:20260716T014313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T194916Z
UID:10008633-1793296800-1793307600@rencenter.org
SUMMARY:📍 Comienza con Confianza (NSMC 10/29/26 - 11/19/26)
DESCRIPTION:The former CFO of Matthews Asia and a Western Alliance Bank executive step into the board’s top two roles. SAN FRANCISCO\, Calif. / July 23\, 2026 — Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has named Theresa Noriega-Lum as Board Chair and Craig Robinson as Vice Chair. Noriega-Lum\, former Chief Financial Officer of Matthews Asia\, succeeds Alison Davis\, who has chaired the board since 2020. Robinson is Head of Community Relations at Western Alliance Bank.  Mrs. Noriega-Lum has served on Renaissance’s board since 2024\, most recently as Co-Chair\, and has been a member of the Renaissance Women’s Leadership Council for 12 years. Before Matthews Asia\, she held senior roles at BlackRock and Charles Schwab. As Chair\, she will lead the board’s governance and financial oversight as Renaissance grows its programs for lower-income\, emerging small business owners across the Bay Area. “Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center has a remarkable legacy of empowering entrepreneurs and creating pathways to economic opportunity\,” said Noriega-Lum.  “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working with our dedicated board\, leadership team\, and community partners to expand our impact and help more small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities.” Robinson\, who has served on Renaissance’s board since 2023\,  has spent his career directing financial resources to communities overlooked by traditional finance. He has previously served on the boards of Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Opportunity Fund\, as well as President of the Silicon Valley Bank Foundation. “Theresa and Craig each bring deep professional and nonprofit expertise\, and a clear commitment to the communities we serve\,” said Sharon Miller\, CEO of Renaissance. “Theresa’s financial leadership has strengthened how we plan and grow. Craig has spent his career moving resources into communities that traditional finance overlooks. I’m delighted to have them leading our board together.” Miller also recognized outgoing Chair Alison Davis\, who joined the board in 2015. “Renaissance is stronger because of Alison. We are fortunate for her tenure as Chair\, and delighted that she will remain on our Board of Directors\,” she said. Mrs. Noriega-Lum and Robinson step into their roles as Renaissance continues to deepen its work across the Bay Area\, expand what its centers can offer\, and build the kind of training and support that help lower-income small business owners achieve lasting economic success for themselves\, their families\, and their communities. Learn more about Renaissance’s board and ongoing small business assistance programs at rencenter.org/our-board. About Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center transforms lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Founded in 1985\, the nonprofit empowers lower-income Bay Area small business owners by increasing their entrepreneurial capacity\, thereby strengthening communities through the creation of sustainable new businesses\, jobs\, and financial self-sufficiency. Renaissance operates 7 centers across San Francisco\, the Peninsula\, the East Bay\, and Richmond\, serving approximately 2\,000 entrepreneurs a year.  www.rencenter.org
URL:https://rencenter.org/event/%f0%9f%93%8d-comienza-con-confianza-nsmc-2026/
LOCATION:Economic Advancement Center\, 366 Grand Ave.\, South San Francisco\, 94080
CATEGORIES:Small Business Intensive Training Classes,Start Smart,Comenzar un Negocio con Confianza
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Comienza-con-Confianza-10.29.26.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Reyes":MAILTO:north-smc@rencenter.org
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