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August 6
Silicon Dragon: How China is Winning the Tech Race
Marriott Pinnacle Hotel, Vancouver, BC
Rebecca Fannin, Author, International Business Journalist "In the past 10 years, companies started by Chinese entrepreneurs who studied and started careers in the U.S. have rapidly emerged as clones of companies like Google, eBay, and Amazon. More recently, a new class of entrepreneur and venture investor has emerged: purely Chinese trained." In this seminar, Rebecca Fannin, financial journalist and author of "Silicon Dragon: How China is Winning the Tech Race", examines the inside stories of more than a dozen of China's most successful entrepreneurs.
August 7
Swing Into Leadership
Surrey Golf Course, Surrey, BC
"Work on your business while you work on your golf game." Golf tournaments are known to be a great venue for networking because of their casual atmosphere. This unique program is for business professionals who golf or want to golf to improve their golf game and build networks. At this all-day session (from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), find out how to choose rewarding targets on and off the course, determine what they want in "seven key areas of life", develop four "core aspects" that define a business, design an ideal role and achieve results. The all-day activities include breakfast, three-hour seminar, lunch and 18 holes of golf or a lesson with nine holes, and a networking session with appetizers.
August 12
Business Creating Business Breakfast
Executive Hotel and Conference Centre, Burnaby, BC
This two-hour networking session allows business owners to build business relationships and discuss issues affecting local businesses with likeminded entrepreneurs. Bring plenty of business cards to exchange before or after the presentation by business coach Sue Clement, who works with entrepreneurs to overcome barriers to success.
August 13
Shifting Perspective: Benefiting from Victoria's Silver Collar Workforce
Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, Victoria, BC
If you are experiencing high staff turnover, difficulty providing quality customer service and problems with recruiting or retaining good employees, this seminar will explain what is going on. Hear from Lowell Ann Fuglsang of Workstyle-Lifestyle Consulting, and Marilyn Henigman of SearchWise and Spectrum Job Search Centre as they explain a new perspective on recruitment. They will dispel the misconceptions many entrepreneurs and new business owners have about "silver-collared" professionals, discuss strategies to attract and retain talent from a pool of mature workers, and explain how multi-generational workplaces can thrive. Note: a light lunch will be served.
August 19
Merchants Against Money Laundering
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites, Langley, BC
Despite the lack of media attention, the practice of money laundering is still going on in the business community. In this information seminar, find out why criminals launder money, what the methods they use, how to identify suspicious transactions and how your business can be used to facilitate the laundering process. Bring business cards to exchange during the half-hour networking session before the presentation or over the light lunch, which will be provided.
August 21
Business Mixer
Quality Inn, Victoria, BC
"Networking is a powerful business tool." Bring plenty of business cards to exchange with potential clients or investors over hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. However, do not bring your promotional material, such as brochures, as he host will be the only business permitted to distribute them. While you mingle, discuss business ideas, marketing strategies and current issues affecting small businesses or entrepreneurs in the community.
August 22
Chip'n for Children Charity Golf Tournament
EagleQuest Golf Course, Surrey, BC
Pack up your clubs for one last trip around the green for a great cause. The Surrey Food Bank, the Surrey Hospice Society, and Max Impact Training and Development host this first annual charity golf tournament for children in the community. Bring plenty of business cards to exchange between swings or during the dinner hosted after the tournament. If you are interested sponsorship opportunities or want more information, contact Max Impact at 604-839-8051.
September 4
Networking AM
Best Western Inn and Suites, Port Coquitlam, BC
Start your day off by adding contacts to your ever-expanding network. Exchange business cards, swap business stories or ideas and discuss strategies for small businesses while you enjoy a buffet breakfast. Bring "at least 50 business cards" to exchange with a variety of professionals expected to attend from the Tri-Cities area.
September 5
21st Annual Golf Tournament
Ledgeview Golf & Country Club, Abbotsford, BC
Arrive early to this golf tournament for your complimentary patio lunch before the 1 p.m. tee off. Besides the lunch, the Texas Scramble-format game includes a shared power cart, long distance and hole-in-one contests, BBQ dinner and door prizes. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to exchange during lunch, on the green or during the barbecue.
September 18
Casual Connections
Abbotsford Hospice Society, Abbotsford, BC
The Abbotsford Hospice Society, which has remodeled an old house to a volunteer training centre, administrative offices and a wellness centre, will host this networking event. Find out how they built their business and what they hope for the future. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards to exchange with old acquaintances or prospective clients.
September 18
After Hours Networking
Fraserside, New Westminster, BC
Don't forget to bring your business cards and promotional material to this networking event. Discuss business ideas, strategies or issues affecting small businesses with other entrepreneurs, or exchange business cards with potential clients over light refreshments to help your business network grow.
September 18
Business After Hours
Sanduz Estate Wines, Richmond, BC
Bring a colleague or client to enjoy this popular networking experience. Also bring plenty of business cards to exchange with other business owners and entrepreneurs while you discuss issues that affect local businesses or business ideas.
