Pitch Practice at RICE

In this session, Montina Young Frasier, RICE Technical Advisor, of CIA Media Group, will present a series of hands-on workshops to help you strengthen your pitch skills just in time for NMSDC Confrence! RICE’s pre-conference pitch training equips entrepreneurs with the skills and strategies to deliver a compelling presentation that communicates your value proposition and leads to securing valuable contracts. Prepare to nail the perfect pitch.

Discovering Programs to Grow Your Business Through Certifications

With the NMSDC Conference coming to Atlanta, now is the perfect time for small businesses to elevate their status. Business certification is a powerful tool that unlocks opportunities for minority-owned businesses. RICE’s pre-conference certification training equips entrepreneurs with the knowledge and strategies to successfully navigate the certification process and maximize its benefits. By gaining certification, businesses can increase their visibility, access new markets, and secure valuable contracts. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business!

Special Patent & Trademark Workshop with Nathanya Ferguson, Director of the Innovation Division of the USPTO

• Are you looking to protect your innovative ideas and creations?
• Interested in understanding the process of filing for a patent?
• Ready to take your business to the next level with strong IP protection?
• Looking to avoid common pitfalls in intellectual property management?
• Want to learn the secrets of securing your brand with trademarks?

NaThanya Ferguson, Director of the Innovation Outreach Division of the US Patent and Trademark Office will be making a special stop at 504 Fair Street SW, Atlanta, GA on Thursday, 10/3 from 1:00-2:00 PM just for our RICE Stakeholders to answer your questions, share tips, and more!

NaThanya Ferguson serves as the director of the USPTO’s Innovation Outreach Division, which focuses on outreach to independent inventors, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and underserved communities of innovators across America.

AI Lunch & Learn at The Truist Community Corner with Cameron Clarkson of Book Blaster

In this session, we’ll explore how business owners can leverage AI to automate their marketing processes, saving time and increasing efficiency. You’ll learn how to implement AI-driven tools that streamline tasks such as content creation, personalized customer engagement, and campaign optimization. We’ll also cover strategies for integrating AI into your existing systems and demonstrate real-life examples of how automation can boost results, allowing you to focus on high-impact areas of your business. Bring your own lunch! See you at Truist Community Corner in the Batter Atlanta.