Rochester Professional Consultants Network upcoming events

Business Forum - November 2026 (20-Nov-2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for an interactive and lively session of problem solving as attendees find solutions to the challenges they've encountered when starting, scaling, or maintaining an entrepreneurial venture. The complexity of small business is ever-changing, and solutions will be shared by peers who have found answers for themselves.

Bob Lurz, a veteran startup consultant and long-time supporter of RPCN, will be facilitating this forum.

This meeting is friendly, fresh, and open to the public.

COST: $10 for nonmembers

Contact us at helpdesk@rochesterconsultants.org if you experience any trouble registering for this event.

SPECIAL NOTE: This will be a hybrid event where you can attend via Zoom or in-person at 2800 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616. Attending in-person is highly encouraged.

After the meeting ends, open networking (with private breakout rooms for those on Zoom) will continue until 10:00 a.m. ET for the attendees.

After you register, you will be sent two (2) emails, one from RPCN and one from Zoom. NOTE: The email from RPCN will be sent almost immediately but the ZOOM email may be delayed by a few minutes. Be patient while waiting for it. Click the link in the Zoom email to join this event.

Spotlight your business! Register as a meeting sponsor. For details on sponsoring, click HERE.

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RPCN November 2026 Board Meeting (20-Nov-2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

RPCN does not run itself. It takes a Board of Directors that meets monthly. Everyone is welcome to attend. Stop in to see what is behind the success of the organization.

Note: Images from this event may be used for promotional purposes.

SPECIAL NOTE: This will be a hybrid event where you can attend via Zoom or in-person at 2800 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616. Attending in-person is highly encouraged.

COST: This event is friendly, free, and open to everyone.

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Becca Natalie Presents Can People Find Your Business Online? Practical Strategies for Digital Visibility (11-Dec-2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Can people find your business online—and what do they find when they do?

Whether you have an established website, an outdated one, or no website at all, your business has a digital presence. This practical session will help you understand how potential customers may encounter your business online and identify opportunities to improve how easily they can find, understand and contact you.

We’ll look at the key pieces of digital visibility for small businesses, including Google Business Profiles, reviews, online directories, social media and websites. For businesses with a website, we’ll also cover the fundamentals that make a site more effective, including SEO, clear messaging, mobile usability, calls to action and overall search visibility.

You’ll leave with a clearer picture of what’s working, what may be getting in the way, and practical steps you can take to improve your online visibility.

Key Takeaways:

Key Takeaway #1: Evaluate your online presence from a potential customer’s perspective and identify gaps that may be making your business harder to find or understand.

Key Takeaway #2: Understand how Google Business Profiles, reviews, directories and other online platforms can build visibility and credibility—even without a website.

Key Takeaway #3: Identify the website fundamentals that matter most for small businesses, including SEO, messaging, mobile usability and calls to action, and determine what to improve first.

Note: Images from this event may be used for promotional purposes.

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Meet Our Presenter Becca Natalie

Becca Natalie is a web developer and SEO strategist with over 20 years of experience helping businesses improve their websites and online visibility. She runs Bec Digital Studio, where she works with small and mid-sized businesses on website strategy, SEO, local search and digital marketing.

Becca has also taught web-related courses as an adjunct instructor at Rochester Institute of Technology and Bryant & Stratton College. She especially enjoys making technical topics practical and approachable so business owners can better understand their digital presence and make informed decisions about how to improve it.

This meeting is open to the public.

COST: $10 for nonmembers

Contact us at helpdesk@rochesterconsultants.org if you experience any trouble registering for this event.

SPECIAL NOTE: This will be a hybrid event where you can attend via Zoom or in-person at 2808 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616. Attending in-person is highly encouraged.

After the meeting ends, open networking (with private breakout rooms for those on Zoom) will continue until 10:00 a.m. ET for the attendees.

Spotlight your business! Register as a meeting sponsor. For details on sponsoring, click HERE.

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2027 Consulting Business Launchpad (23-Mar-2027)

Tue, 23 Mar 2027 12:00:00 GMT

Turn your expertise into a profitable consulting business.

The Consulting Business Launchpad is a hands-on, results-driven program designed for professionals who are ready to start or grow an independent consulting practice. Whether you are transitioning out of a corporate role, building on early traction, or refining an existing service, this program gives you the structure, tools, and confidence to move forward with clarity.

Over the course of the program, you will define your value proposition, identify your ideal clients, develop a practical pricing strategy, and learn how to win business consistently. You will leave with a clear plan and a market-ready consulting offer you can put into action immediately.

Learn from experienced consultants, gain real-world insights, and connect with a network of professionals building businesses just like yours.

CLICK HERE for complete details. 2027 dates TBD

Stop guessing. Start building.

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