BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Geauga Growth Partnership, Inc. - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Geauga Growth Partnership, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20250721T024637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T024637Z UID:7641-1765539000-1765544400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:December 2025 - FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR DECEMBER 2025 GSC HERE! \n \nDecember 2025 GSC: \n\nProgram: Prioritizing Workplace Safety\nPresenter: Mandy McIntyre\nLocation: Kent State Geauga\nREGISTRATION\n\nPlease note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees.  This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.  \nGeauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January).  The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month\, at Kent State University\, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm. \nWhat are the benefits? \n\nEarn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.\nLearn techniques for increasing safety\, health\, and wellness in your workplace.\nNetwork and share best practices with other employers in your community.\nIdentify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.\nAccess risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.\nMembership is FREE.\n\nFor more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements\, please click here. \nSafety is Priority One! \nTo learn more about the Geauga Safety Council\, click here\, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com. \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training. \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings. URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/december-2025-fy26-geauga-safety-council-gsc/ LOCATION:KSU Geauga\, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road\, Burton\, OH\, 44021\, United States CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Geauga Safety Council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251112T165901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200605Z UID:8425-1766048400-1766077200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 3 DESCRIPTION:12/18/2025 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Master Excel 365 with advanced formulas\, macros\, and collaboration tools. \nGreat For: Advanced Excel users\, analysts\, professionals automating or sharing data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming\, as well as how to add Form Controls and assign a Macro to a Form Control. You will learn about formula auditing\, and will learn about common errors\, how to correct them\, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will also work with creating and modifying hyperlinks\, getting data from the internet\, as well as saving workbooks\, worksheets\, charts\, and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally\, you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook\, including how to protect\, consolidate\, and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students can take the following courses\, or should possess the equivalent skill level: \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 2 \nCourse price: $299 \n\n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 3\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 3 | 03/17/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-3-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194412Z UID:8659-1767772800-1767787200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 2019 Charts DESCRIPTION:01/07/2026 @ 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nSimple Description: Learn how to create\, modify\, and style Excel charts for professional reporting. \nGreat For: Business professionals\, analysts\, and anyone presenting data visually. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover the many different types of charts available in Excel\, how to modify and redefine chart data\, as well as how to move\, layout\, and style a chart. In addition\, you will learn about chart elements and how to add\, remove\, and format chart elements\, as well as how to save a chart template. Finally\, you will learn about sparklines\, trendlines\, error bars\, and advanced chart types. \nPrerequesites:\nExcel Level 2 or equivalent knowledge \nCourse price: $219 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Misc Excel Classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-2019-charts/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194609Z UID:8665-1767790800-1767805200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 2019 Pivot Tables DESCRIPTION:01/07/2026 @ 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Quickly summarize and analyze data with PivotTables and PivotCharts. \nGreat For: Data analysts\, managers\, professionals dealing with large data sets. \nFull description: In this course you will learn how to create and modify PivotTables and PivotCharts\, as well as how to filter and modify fields to format and group data. In addition\, you will learn to use the advanced features of PivotTables\, such as consolidating multiple workbooks as well as creating and using page fields. Finally\, you will learn to generate PivotTables using imported data from external data sources. Understanding how to work with PivotTables and PivotCharts to achieve the results you want is one of the most powerful tools in Excel. \nPrerequesites:\nExcel Level 1 & 2 and Excel Data Analysis \nCourse price: $219 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Misc Excel Classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-2019-pivot-tables-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194931Z UID:8675-1767862800-1767891600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 1 DESCRIPTION:01/08/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Build your Excel 365 foundation with shortcuts\, formulas\, and quick tools. \nGreat For: Beginners\, professionals needing a refresher\, office staff. \nFull description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel\, making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics\, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. Even if you have used Excel for a number of years\, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. This course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish in much less time. \nCourse price: $279 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 1\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-1-3/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T093000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251205T181641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T213929Z UID:7583-1767945600-1767951000@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:January 2026 - Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L) DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nJoin us for the January Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast on Friday\, January 9\, 2026\, co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. This monthly breakfast series brings together local business\, nonprofit\, and community leaders to network\, learn\, and collaborate while fostering awareness of the people\, services\, and opportunities shaping our region. \nThis month’s program will spotlight professional development for nonprofit leaders\, featuring: \nAmy Sabath from the NEO Nonprofit Summit sharing insights on navigating change\nA representative from Kent State University is discussing the Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management.\nPaula Barker is highlighting GGP’s Nonprofit Forum and resources for community impact. \nCo-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network\, learn\, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business\, industry\, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services. \nSpend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast\, coffee and water are provided.\n8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking\n8:30 am – 9:30 am – Program \nThis FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga\, facing Claridon-Troy Road. \n\nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training. \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings. URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/january-2026-geauga-economic-leadership-g-e-l/ LOCATION:KSU Geauga\, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road\, Burton\, OH\, 44021\, United States CATEGORIES:All GGP Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194151Z UID:8655-1767949200-1767978000@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Power BI: DP-605 Develop Dynamic Reports DESCRIPTION:01/09/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Create interactive reports\, manage workspaces\, and design visuals that scale across teams. \nGreat For: Power BI users looking to expand beyond basics without certification. \nFull description: Learn how to refine data models\, design highly interactive visuals\, and manage workspaces effectively. This course is ideal for professionals who want to design flexible and reusable report structures that can scale across teams and departments. \nCourse price: $579 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Power BI classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 04/21/2026 - 04/23/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 06/09/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 07/07/2026 - 07/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 09/09/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 10/06/2026 - 10/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 11/04/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 12/08/2026 - 12/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-power-bi-dp-605-develop-dynamic-reports/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194819Z UID:8671-1768294800-1768323600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 2 DESCRIPTION:01/13/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Take Excel 365 to the next level with multiple worksheets\, charts\, and advanced formatting. \nGreat For: Intermediate Excel users\, business professionals managing complex data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel 365\, and use multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently. You will sort and filter data\, use conditional formatting\, and create and format tables and charts. You will learn how to protect worksheets and files\, as well as referring to data in other workbooks through 3D formulas. Finally\, you will create names\, customize a template\, and work with comments and graphics. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students should have completed Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. \nCourse price: $289 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 2\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-2-3/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194314Z UID:8657-1768294800-1768496400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst DESCRIPTION:01/13/2026 – 01/15/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Learn how to prepare\, model\, and visualize data with Power BI to earn your Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate credential. \nGreat For: Data analysts\, business intelligence professionals\, Excel power users. \nFull description: Kickstart your Power BI journey with this comprehensive course that teaches you how to ingest\, clean\, transform\, and model data using best practices. Learn to build interactive dashboards and manage report deployment with security and scalability in mind. \nPrerequesites:\nSuccessful Data Analysts start this role with experience of working with data in the cloud. \nSpecifically: \nUnderstanding core data concepts. \nKnowledge of working with relational data in the cloud. \nKnowledge of working with non-relational data in the cloud. \nCourse price: $1739 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Power BI classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 04/21/2026 - 04/23/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 06/09/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 07/07/2026 - 07/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 09/09/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 10/06/2026 - 10/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 11/04/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 12/08/2026 - 12/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-power-bi-pl-300-data-analyst-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194452Z UID:8661-1768554000-1768582800@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 2019 Data Analysis DESCRIPTION:01/16/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Learn how to manage\, import\, and analyze data effectively in Excel. \nGreat For: Data analysts\, accountants\, administrative staff. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover creating and modifying table elements\, adding and deleting records and fields\, and using Data forms and Slicers with table data. You will import data from Access and Excel objects as well as text file types. Proper data management will be discussed to determine structure requirements\, sorting\, filtering\, using flash fill\, auto filter and advanced filtering features. \nPrerequesites:\nExcel Level 1 & 2 or equivalent knowledge. \nCourse price: $289 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Misc Excel Classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-2019-data-analysis-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194705Z UID:8667-1768986000-1769097600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Formulas DESCRIPTION:01/21/2026 – 01/22/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM \nSimple Description: Master Excel formulas to calculate\, troubleshoot\, and automate your work. \nGreat For: Business analysts\, finance professionals\, advanced Excel users. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover the different ways to enter formulas and functions in Excel\, as well as how to use functions in formulas\, including nested functions. You will use the Function Wizard and work with a variety of functions such as logical\, statistical\, date/time\, and financial. You will learn about formula auditing and common errors\, and how to correct them. You will also cover using the Watch Window to see changes in formulas\, and will learn about using the Trace Dependents and Precedents features. \nPrerequesites:\nExcel Level 2 \nCourse price: $598 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Misc Excel Classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-formulas-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194748Z UID:8669-1769072400-1769101200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 3 DESCRIPTION:01/22/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Master Excel 365 with advanced formulas\, macros\, and collaboration tools. \nGreat For: Advanced Excel users\, analysts\, professionals automating or sharing data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming\, as well as how to add Form Controls and assign a Macro to a Form Control. You will learn about formula auditing\, and will learn about common errors\, how to correct them\, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will also work with creating and modifying hyperlinks\, getting data from the internet\, as well as saving workbooks\, worksheets\, charts\, and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally\, you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook\, including how to protect\, consolidate\, and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students can take the following courses\, or should possess the equivalent skill level: \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 2 \nCourse price: $299 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 3\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 3 | 03/17/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-3-3/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251222T225034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T192719Z UID:8686-1769677200-1769684400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Cracking The Code - Import Tariffs Explained DESCRIPTION:Cracking the Code – Import Tariffs Explained \nThursday\, January 29\, 2026 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Eastern \nLocation: Geauga County Public Library – West Branch\, Chesterland \nFacilitated by Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College \nImporting & Tariffs – A Practical 2-Hour Workshop Are you or your business navigating the complexities of bringing goods across the border? Importing is a critical business function\, and understanding the core rules is essential to controlling costs and avoiding costly delays. \nJoin us for this focused\, in-person 2-hour workshop led by experts from the Ohio SBDC Export Assistance Network at YSU. We will simplify the critical elements every successful importer needs to master: \nTariffs & Landed Costs: Go beyond the basics. Learn where to find and how to accurately read updated Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) information so you can forecast costs with confidence and avoid costly financial surprises. \nCustoms Procedures & Documentation: Get a clear walkthrough of the customs clearance process and the necessary documentation to ensure smooth\, efficient clearance of your goods. \nIncoterms® 2020: Managing Risk and Cost: Understand how these internationally recognized trade terms define the responsibilities\, costs\, and risks between buyers and sellers\, and how selecting the right term is crucial for both export and import operations. \nWalk away with practical knowledge\, official resources\, and a framework to streamline your entire import operation\, ensuring compliance and maximizing profitability. \nPresenters: Mousa Kassis is a highly decorated expert in international trade\, serving as the Director of the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Export Assistance Network at Youngstown State University (YSU). He has worked extensively with companies in the region to expand their international activities\, leading to significant increases in export sales. \nMariah Hauser is an International Trade Advisor and Part-time Faculty member in the Marketing Department at YSU’s Williamson College of Business Administration. As a key specialist with the Ohio SBDC Export Assistance Network\, Mariah collaborates with Mousa Kassis to support regional companies in navigating the complexities of global commerce. \nRegister Here! \n  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cracking-the-code-import-tariffs-explained/ LOCATION:Geauga County Public Library – West Branch\, Chesterland\, 13455 Chillicothe Rd.\, Chesterland\, Ohio\, 44026 CATEGORIES:All GGP Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260128T164511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T164511Z UID:8792-1770109200-1770224400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Power BI: DAX for Power BI DESCRIPTION:02/03/2026 – 02/04/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Master DAX formulas to unlock advanced metrics and custom analytics. \nGreat For: Experienced Power BI users\, analysts\, data professionals. \nFull description: This hands-on course will show you how to write DAX formulas to solve real-world business problems and explore your data at a much deeper level. Topics include date/time and time intelligence functions\, filtering and conditional logic with CALCULATE() and FILTER()\, statistical and text-based calculations\, troubleshooting\, and optimization. \nPrerequesites:\nAlthough experience with Power BI Desktop is not strictly required for this class\, students with at least some familiarity will be better equipped to get the most out of the lab work. \nCourse price: $1300 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Power BI classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 04/21/2026 - 04/23/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 06/09/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 07/07/2026 - 07/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 09/09/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 10/06/2026 - 10/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 11/04/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 12/08/2026 - 12/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  \n  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-power-bi-dax-for-power-bi/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T093000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260108T145757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T152529Z UID:8701-1770364800-1770370200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Geauga Economic Leadership - February 2026 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for the February Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast on Friday\, February 6\, 2026\, co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. This monthly breakfast series brings together local business\, nonprofit\, and community leaders to network\, learn\, and collaborate while fostering awareness of the people\, services\, and opportunities shaping our region. \nCo-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network\, learn\, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business\, industry\, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services. \nSpend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast\, coffee and water are provided.\n8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking\n8:30 am – 10:00 am – Program \nThis FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga\, facing Claridon-Troy Road. \n\nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training. \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings. URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/geauga-economic-leadership-february-2026/ LOCATION:KSU Geauga\, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road\, Burton\, OH\, 44021\, United States CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,GEL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Feb-GEL-State-of-Geauga.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194854Z UID:8673-1770800400-1770829200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 1 DESCRIPTION:02/11/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Build your Excel 365 foundation with shortcuts\, formulas\, and quick tools. \nGreat For: Beginners\, professionals needing a refresher\, office staff. \nFull description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel\, making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics\, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. Even if you have used Excel for a number of years\, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. This course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish in much less time. \nCourse price: $279 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 1\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-1-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260128T170051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170051Z UID:8795-1770800400-1771002000@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst DESCRIPTION:02/11/2026 – 02/13/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Learn how to prepare\, model\, and visualize data with Power BI to earn your Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate credential. \nGreat For: Data analysts\, business intelligence professionals\, Excel power users. \nFull description: Kickstart your Power BI journey with this comprehensive course that teaches you how to ingest\, clean\, transform\, and model data using best practices. Learn to build interactive dashboards and manage report deployment with security and scalability in mind. \nPrerequesites:\nSuccessful Data Analysts start this role with experience of working with data in the cloud. \nSpecifically: \nUnderstanding core data concepts. \nKnowledge of working with relational data in the cloud. \nKnowledge of working with non-relational data in the cloud. \nKnowledge of data analysis and visualization concepts. \nCourse price: $1739 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Power BI classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 04/21/2026 - 04/23/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 06/09/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 07/07/2026 - 07/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 09/09/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 10/06/2026 - 10/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 11/04/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 12/08/2026 - 12/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  \n  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-power-bi-pl-300-data-analyst-3/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20250721T025058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T025058Z UID:7643-1770982200-1770987600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:February 2026 - FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR FEBRUARY 2026 GSC HERE! \n \nFebruary 2026 GSC: \n\nProgram: Cyber Security\nPresenter: Ed Slusarsky\nLocation: Kent State Geauga\nREGISTRATION\n\nPlease note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees.  This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.  \nGeauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January).  The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month\, at Kent State University\, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm. \nWhat are the benefits? \n\nEarn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.\nLearn techniques for increasing safety\, health\, and wellness in your workplace.\nNetwork and share best practices with other employers in your community.\nIdentify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.\nAccess risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.\nMembership is FREE.\n\nFor more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements\, please click here. \nSafety is Priority One! \nTo learn more about the Geauga Safety Council\, click here\, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com. \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training. \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings. URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/february-2026-fy26-geauga-safety-council-gsc/ LOCATION:KSU Geauga\, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road\, Burton\, OH\, 44021\, United States CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Geauga Safety Council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260128T170123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170123Z UID:8797-1771491600-1771520400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 2 DESCRIPTION:02/19/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Take Excel 365 to the next level with multiple worksheets\, charts\, and advanced formatting. \nGreat For: Intermediate Excel users\, business professionals managing complex data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel 365\, and use multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently. You will sort and filter data\, use conditional formatting\, and create and format tables and charts. You will learn how to protect worksheets and files\, as well as referring to data in other workbooks through 3D formulas. Finally\, you will create names\, customize a template\, and work with comments and graphics. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students should have completed Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. \nCourse price: $289 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 2\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-2-4/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20251217T194531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194531Z UID:8663-1771574400-1771588800@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 2019 Data Analysis with Power Pivot DESCRIPTION:02/20/2026 @ 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nSimple Description: Use Power Pivot to organize\, manipulate\, and report on large datasets. \nGreat For: Business analysts\, data managers\, and Excel power users. \nFull description: We are now living in the age of big data. Data is being collected all the time and for increasingly detailed transactions. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of data\, which brings about a need for people who can analyze large amounts of data quickly. Fortunately\, Excel provides Power Pivot to help you organize\, manipulate\, and report on your data in the best way possible. Since a tool is only as good as the person using it\, it is important to gain a solid understanding of Power Pivot to maximize your effectiveness when analyzing data. \nPrerequesites:\nLevels 1 & 2 and PivotTables \nCourse price: $219 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Misc Excel Classes\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 2019 Charts | 04/24/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 05/20/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-2019-data-analysis-with-power-pivot-6/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260319T152650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T154355Z UID:9018-1771804800-1771891199@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:AI-900T00: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course introduces fundamentals concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI)\, and the services in Microsoft Azure that can be used to create AI solutions. The course is not designed to teach students to become professional data scientists or software developers\, but rather to build awareness of common AI workloads and the ability to identify Azure services to support them. The course is designed as a blended learning experience that combines instructor-led training with online materials on the Microsoft Learn platform (https://azure.com/learn). The hands-on exercises in the course are based on Learn modules\, and students are encouraged to use the content on Learn as reference materials to reinforce what they learn in the class and to explore topics in more depth. \n\n \n \n Virtual - AI-900T00: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 04/20/2026 | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 06/16/2026 | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 07/21/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n 08/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n 09/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n 10/27/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n \n \n 11/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Microsoft\nExam: AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals\nCEU Credits: 0.7\nCourse Hours: 7\nNumber of Days: 1\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/ai-900t00-microsoft-azure-ai-fundamentals/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260319T191340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T145447Z UID:9008-1771837200-1772125200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:C)ISRM: Information Systems Risk Manager DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course\, you will first learn to assess a system\, then implement risk controls. Finally\, you will be able to monitor and maintain risk procedures. With this training\, you will be able to identify risks associated with specific industries. After course completion\, you will be able to design\, implement\, monitor and maintain risk-based\, efficient and effective IS controls. \n \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will be prepared to: \n\nPass the C)ISRM exam\n\n \nPre-Requisites\nC)SP \n \nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)ISRM\nCEU Credits: 2.8\nCourse Hours: 28\nNumber of Days: 4\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cisrm-information-systems-risk-manager/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260319T211309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T150335Z UID:9012-1771837200-1772211600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:C)PTE: Penetration Testing Engineer DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course you will cover 5 Key Elements of Pen Testing; Information Gathering\, Scanning\, Enumeration\, Exploitation and Reporting. Plus\, discover the latest vulnerabilities and the techniques malicious hackers are using to acquire and destroy data. Additionally\, you will learn more about the business skills needed to identify protection opportunities\, justify testing activities and optimize security controls appropriate to the business needs in order to reduce business risk. \n \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will: \n\nHave solid knowledge of testing and reporting procedures which will prepare them for upper management roles within a cybersecurity system\nBe able to competently take the C)PTE exam\n\n \nPre-Requisites\n\nC)PEH or equivalent knowledge\n12 months of Networking Experience\nSound Knowledge of TCP/IP\nBasic Knowledge of Linux\nMicrosoft Security experience\n\n \nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)PTE\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cpte-penetration-testing-engineer-4/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260320T125027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T152834Z UID:9000-1771837200-1772211600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:CompTIA: Security+ DESCRIPTION:Description\nIf you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-701) certification examination\, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of IT security. Today’s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills\, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your cybersecurity skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any entry-level security role. \n  \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will be able to: \n\nSummarize fundamental security concepts.\nCompare threat types.\nExplain appropriate cryptographic solutions.\nImplement identity and access management.\nSecure enterprise network architecture.\nSecure cloud network architecture.\nExplain resiliency and site security concepts.\nExplain vulnerability management.\nEvaluate network security capabilities.\nAssess endpoint security capabilities.\nEnhance application security capabilities.\nExplain incident response and monitoring concepts.\nAnalyze indicators of malicious activity\nSummarize security governance concepts.\nExplain risk management processes.\nSummarize data protection and compliance concepts\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should have a minimum of two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security\, hands-on experience with technical information security\, and a broad knowledge of security concepts. CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+\, or the equivalent knowledge\, is strongly recommended. \n\n \n \n Virtual - CompTIA: Security+\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 04/13/2026 - 04/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 06/22/2026 - 06/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 07/20/2026 - 07/24/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 09/14/2026 - 09/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CompTIA\nExam: CompTIA Security+\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/comptia-security/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260320T131039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T160422Z UID:8990-1771837200-1772211600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:CyberSec First Responder (CFR) DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course covers network defense and incident response methods\, tactics\, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide)\, US-CERT’s National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP)\, and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks\, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools\, tactics\, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks\, identify various types of common threats\, evaluate the organization’s security\, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence\, and remediate and report incidents as they occur. This course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization. \n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should meet the following requirements: \n\nAt least two years (recommended) of experience or education in computer network security technology or a related field.\nThe ability or curiosity to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management.\nFoundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in network environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, firewalls\, intrusion prevention systems\, and VPNs.\nGeneral knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, basic authentication and authorization\, resource permissions\, and anti-malware mechanisms.\nFoundation-level skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments.\nEntry-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments\, such as routing and switching.\nGeneral or practical knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols\, including\, but not limited to\, TCP\, IP\, UDP\, DNS\, HTTP\, ARP\, ICMP\, and DHCP.\n\n\n \n \n Virtual - CyberSec First Responder (CFR)\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 06/15/2026 - 06/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 07/10/2026 - 07/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 08/24/2026 - 08/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 09/07/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 10/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 11/30/2026 - 12/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 01/04/2027 - 01/08/2027 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CertNexus\nExam: CFR\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cybersec-first-responder-cfr/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260320T140509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T160110Z UID:9016-1771840800-1772215200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) DESCRIPTION:Description\nDefining the Security Operations Center Understanding Network Infrastructure and Network Security Monitoring Tools Exploring Data Type Categories Understanding Basic Cryptography Concepts Understanding Common TCP/IP Attacks Understanding Endpoint Security Technologies Understanding Incident Analysis in a Threat-Centric SOC Identifying Resources for Hunting Cyber Threats Understanding Event Correlation and Normalization Identifying Common Attack Vectors Identifying Malicious Activity Identifying Patterns of Suspicious Behavior Conducting Security Incident Investigations Using a Playbook Model to Organize Security Monitoring Understanding SOC Metrics Understanding SOC Workflow and Automation Describing Incident Response Understanding the Use of VERIS Understanding Windows Operating System Basics Understanding Linux Operating System Basics Lab outline Use NSM Tools to Analyze Data Categories Explore Cryptographic Technologies Explore TCP/IP Attacks Explore Endpoint Security Investigate Hacker Methodology Hunt Malicious Traffic Correlate Event Logs\, Packet Captures (PCAPs)\, and Alerts of an Attack Investigate Browser-Based Attacks Analyze Suspicious Domain Name System (DNS) Activity Explore Security Data for Analysis Investigate Suspicious Activity Using Security Onion Investigate Advanced Persistent Threats Explore SOC Playbooks Explore the Windows Operating System Explore the Linux Operating System. \n  \nObjectives\nAfter taking this course\, you should be able to: Explain how a Security Operations Center (SOC) operates and describe the different types of services that are performed from a Tier 1 SOC analyst?s perspective. Explain Network Security Monitoring (NSM) tools that are available to the network security analyst. Explain the data that is available to the network security analyst. Describe the basic concepts and uses of cryptography. Describe security flaws in the TCP/IP protocol and how they can be used to attack networks and hosts. Understand common endpoint security technologies. Understand the kill chain and the diamond models for incident investigations\, and the use of exploit kits by threat actors. Identify resources for hunting cyber threats. Explain the need for event data normalization and event correlation. Identify the common attack vectors. Identify malicious activities. Identify patterns of suspicious behaviors. Conduct security incident investigations. Explain the use of a typical playbook in the SOC. Explain the use of SOC metrics to measure the effectiveness of the SOC. Explain the use of a workflow management system and automation to improve the effectiveness of the SOC. Describe a typical incident response plan and the functions of a typical Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT). Explain the use of Vocabulary for Event Recording and Incident Sharing (VERIS) to document security incidents in a standard format. \n  \nPre-Requisites\nBefore taking this course\, you should have the following knowledge and skills: Familiarity with Ethernet and TCP/IP networking Working knowledge of the Windows and Linux operating systems Familiarity with the basics of networking security concepts The following Cisco course can help you gain the knowledge you need to prepare for this course: Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCN). \n\n \n \n Virtual - Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS)\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 04/20/2026 - 04/24/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Cisco\nExam: CBROPS\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/understanding-cisco-cybersecurity-operations-fundamentals-cbrops/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260319T191325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T145403Z UID:9026-1772010000-1772211600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:C)ISMS-LA: Certified ISMS Lead Auditor DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course\, you will be prepared to conduct audits of information security management systems (“ISMS”) to ensure that they meet ISO/IEC 27001 standards in any organization. \nISMS ISO/IEC 27001 Audit Methodology:\nPlanning\nControl Evaluation\nSubstantive Testing\nCompletion\nThe C)ISMS-LA is perfect for those looking to perform an internal or external ISMS 1S0/IEC 27001 audit. \n \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course students will be able to: \n\nCompetently take the C)ISMS-LA exam\nAcquire the necessary knowledge to manage an ISMS audit\n\n \nPre-Requisites\n\nExperience with Information Systems\nInterest in Auditing\n\n \nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)ISMS-LA\nCEU Credits: 2.1\nCourse Hours: 21\nNumber of Days: 3\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cisms-la-certified-isms-lead-auditor/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260128T170159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170159Z UID:8799-1772096400-1772125200@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 3 DESCRIPTION:02/26/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM \nSimple Description: Master Excel 365 with advanced formulas\, macros\, and collaboration tools. \nGreat For: Advanced Excel users\, analysts\, professionals automating or sharing data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming\, as well as how to add Form Controls and assign a Macro to a Form Control. You will learn about formula auditing\, and will learn about common errors\, how to correct them\, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will also work with creating and modifying hyperlinks\, getting data from the internet\, as well as saving workbooks\, worksheets\, charts\, and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally\, you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook\, including how to protect\, consolidate\, and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students can take the following courses\, or should possess the equivalent skill level: \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 \nMicrosoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 2 \nCourse price: $299 \n\n \n \n Virtual - Excel Level 3\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n Excel 365 Level 3 | 03/17/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  \n  URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-3-4/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260320T131655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T153337Z UID:9028-1772182800-1772211600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:DEBIZ: Data Ethics for Business Professionals DESCRIPTION:Description\nThe power of extracting value from data utilizing Artificial Intelligence\, Data Science and Machine Learning exposes the learning differences between humans and machines. Humans can apply ethical principles throughout the decision-making process to avoid discrimination\, societal harm\, and marginalization to maintain and even enhance acceptable norms. Machines make decisions autonomously. So how do we apply ethical principles to data driven technology? This course provides business professionals and consumers of technology core concepts of ethical principles\, how they can be applied to emerging data driven technologies and the impact to an organization which ignores ethical use of technology. \n \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should have a working knowledge of general business concepts and practices. You should also have a basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence and or Data Science. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the following courses: \n\nAIBIZ: Artificial Intelligence for Business Professionals\nDSBIZ: Data Science for Business Professionals\n\n \nCourse Details\nBrand: CertNexus\nExam: DEBIZ\nCEU Credits: 0.7\nCourse Hours: 7\nNumber of Days: 1\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/debiz-data-ethics-for-business-professionals/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T124628 CREATED:20260319T184854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T144334Z UID:9037-1772442000-1772816400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:C)CSA: Certified Cybersecurity Analyst DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course\, you will cover how to prepare an organization to create a complete end-to-end solution for monitoring\, preventing\, detecting\, and mitigating threats as they arise in real-time. Do not fool yourself\, this course is far more advanced than you may expect. It is fast paced and thorough\, so you can enjoy a well-rounded experience. Be ready to dig deep into the details of security analysis for today’s needs. You will be able to set up and deploy state of the art open source and commercial analysis tools\, intrusion detection tools\, syslog servers\, and SIEMs. You will also be able to integrate them for an entire organization. \n*This course maps to the mile2 Certified Cyber Security Analyst Exam as well as the Comp TIA CySA+CS0-001 certification exam. \n \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will: \n\nBe able to competently take the C)CSA Exam\nBe ready to prepare an organization for proactive defense against today’s hackers\n\n \nPre-Requisites\n\nCertified Security Principles\nCertified Digital Forensics Examiner\nCertified Incident Handling Engineer\nCertified Professional Ethical Hacker\nCertified Penetration Testing Engineer\nor Equivalent Knowledge\n\n \nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)CSA\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/ccsa-certified-cybersecurity-analyst/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR