Bethlehem, PA – October 2025 – McKinney Media’s educational division, the McKinney School of Media & Marketing, is hosting its first Intro to Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Own Business workshop on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 6:00 – 10:00 PM at Venture X Bethlehem, 306 South New Street.
Led by Ashley Pizarro (Founder & CEO, Lovelyyfaces Spa Lounge & Master Academy) and Carter McKinney (Founder & CEO, McKinney Media), this hands-on evening equips aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs with the mindset, tools, and systems needed to launch and grow their businesses with confidence.
Program Highlights
- Entrepreneurship Class (6:00 – 8:00 PM):
- Complete a Business Model Canvas tailored to your venture.
- Learn from real entrepreneurs who have successfully built businesses.
- Engage in interactive activities: icebreakers, pitch practice, and Quizlet Live review.
- Receive a full workshop recording for ongoing learning.
- Networking Mixer (8:00 – 10:00 PM):
- Connect with entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals.
- Share your pitch and receive peer feedback.
- Explore mentorship, consultations, and collaboration opportunities.
- Enjoy light refreshments and expand your network.
Trusted Local & National Referrals
Participants will gain direct access to a curated list of expert business resources:
Legal Support
- Sabatine Law – General & contract law (sabatinelaw.com | 610-865-6120)
- Deborah C. Mortimer – Small business trademark & contract law (trademarkyourassets.com)
- Bizee – Affordable LLC formation & contract templates (bizee.com)
- LawDepot – DIY legal documents (lawdepot.com)
Insurance
- Chubb Insurance – Small business coverage packages (chubb.com/us/small-business | 610-625-2212)
Business Development
- SCORE Lehigh Valley – Free mentorship (lehighvalley.score.org)
- Lehigh University SBDC – No-cost business consulting (lehigh.edu/sbdc)
- Rising Tide – Microloans (therisingtide.org)
- Levy and Levy Enterprises – Custom consulting for underserved entrepreneurs (levyandlevyenterprises.com)
If you are mentioned in the class and would like to sponsor or setup a table at the event please email carter@mckinneymedia.co or 484-542-9719.
Event Details
- Date & Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Location: Venture X Bethlehem, 306 South New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
- Tickets: $50 (includes class, mixer, & recording) | Seats limited to 25
Reserve your seat on Eventbrite today
Contact: 484-222-5062 |
www.mckinneymedia.co/
About McKinney Media
McKinney Media is a full-service media agency based in Bethlehem, PA, specializing in photography, videography, marketing, and education. Through the McKinney School of Media & Marketing, the agency provides workshops, coaching, and resources to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
