8:00AM Santa Clara - SCU EXEC DEV: Communication Effectiveness--Bridging the Gaps and Avoiding the Traps
8:30AM Palo Alto - BMA CAREER RT: Image In The Workplace
2:00PM Milpitas - How to Start a Successful Small Business
2:00PM Palo Alto - Market4Demand | BUILDING THE STARTUP TEAM 101
6:00PM Oakland - BAWTC: Certificate in Import & Export Mgmt--Import Session I
6:20PM San Jose - How to Start a Small Business
| Event Name | SCU EXEC DEV: Communication Effectiveness--Bridging the Gaps and Avoiding the Traps | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 -03/08/07 | |
| Time | 8:00AM to 5:00PM | |
| City | Santa Clara | |
| Event Type | Seminar / Workshop / Class | |
| Event Area | Management / Strategy / Planning | |
| Hosted By | Santa Clara University | |
| Description | Communication Effectiveness: Bridging the Gaps and Avoiding the Traps Event Executive Development Center This two-day program gives you a solid understanding of the many aspects of communicating effectively. In addition to an insightful understanding of the communication process, you'll learn sixteen classic communication pitfalls, eleven key factors to improve your communications, as well as the do's, don'ts, why's and why not's of communicating via email, telephone, one-on-one, meetings, presentations, letters, reports, and more. Cost includes 3-day course. Communication Effectiveness: Bridging the Gaps and Avoiding the Traps website | |
| Cost | $1,725 (includes continental breakfast, refreshments, & materials) | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.scu.edu/events | |
| Organization Description | Located in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, Santa Clara University offers a rigorous undergraduate curriculum in the arts and sciences, business, and engineering. It has nationally recognized graduate and professional schools in business, law, engineering, pastoral ministries, and counseling psychology and education. | |
| Event Contact Info | EDC Program Coordinator, edc@scu.edu | |
| Venue | Santa Clara University | |
| Venue Address | St. Joseph's Hall, TransAmerica Room Santa Clara, CA, 95053 | |
| Contact Phone | (408) 554-4521 | |
| Event Name | BMA CAREER RT: Image In The Workplace | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 | |
| Time | 8:30AM to 10:30AM | |
| City | Palo Alto | |
| Event Type | Speaker / Panel / Round Table | |
| Event Area | Management / Strategy / Planning | |
| Hosted By | Business Marketing Association | |
| Description | Join us on March 6th as we discuss image today in the marketing and creative departments and how this could impact how your are projected to your direct report and peers. We will be taking a look at how to portray a better image in the way you dress and communicate daily. Free to BMA Members, $15 for non-members, payable at the door RSVP:To help the restaurant hostess plan appropriate seating, please RSVP to Laura Ceccato no later than 3:00 pm on Monday, March 5. General Questions or Comments on the Program? Contact roundtables@norcalbma.org. | |
| Cost | RSVP BY 3/5: Members free, nonmembers $15 | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.norcalbma.org | |
| Organization Description | Northern California Chapter of BMA is all about self-improvement, enhancing your knowledge, and expanding your network. The NorCal Chapter connects you with some of the hottest marketers in the Bay Area and helps you keep pace with the latest trends and issues affecting marketing. Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned pro, BMA provides opportunities for networking with peers, professional development, education, professional recognition, career building and volunteering. | |
| Event Contact Info | Laura Ceccato, lceccato@aquent.com | |
| Venue | Scott's Seafood Restaurant and Grill | |
| Venue Address | 855 El Camino Real (at Embarcadero) Palo Alto, CA, 94301 | |
| Event Name | How to Start a Successful Small Business | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 | |
| Time | 2:00PM to 4:00PM | |
| City | Milpitas | |
| Event Type | Seminar / Workshop / Class | |
| Event Area | Investment / Finance / Money | |
| Hosted By | SBA*Cisco Systems*San Jose Entrepreneur Center | |
| Description | Entrepreneurs wishing to start a business can now register for the How to Start a Successful Small Business workshop at the Milpitas Community Center . This is an excellent opportunity for those considering opening a business! Grow your knowledge of business planning, small business financing, required legal forms of organization, licensing and permits, being an entrepreneur and the extended services provided by the Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Starting your business requires a strong foundation, and this training will empower entrepreneurs to move forward with confidence. Confidential one-on-one business counseling is also available to help guide your business towards continued success, identify opportunities and address issues related with growing your business. This service, which is available by appointment only, is free to existing business owners and entrepreneurs who are actively launching their business. For one-on-one business counseling at the Milpitas Community Center , contact the Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center (SV-SBDC) at 408.494.0240 for an appointment. | |
| Cost | $25.00 online; $30.00 at the door. | |
| Ticket URL | http://www.acteva.com/go/svsbdcdafh | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.siliconvalley-sbdc.org | |
| Organization Description | The SBA*Cisco Systems*San Jose Entrepreneur Center is a unique partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration, Cisco Systems and the City of San Jose to provide entrepreneurs with all of the resources they need to be successful in their business endeavors including counseling, training, financing and technology. Please visit us at www.ecenteronline.org. | |
| Event Contact Info | Client Services Coordinator, clientservices@siliconvalley-sbdc.org | |
| Venue | Milpitas Community Center | |
| Venue Address | 457 E. Calaveras Boulevard Milpitas, CA, 95035 | |
| Contact Phone | 408-494-0240 | |
| Venue Directions | http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/citydept/planni ng/recreation/parkfacilityreservation.htm#map | |
| Event Name | Market4Demand | BUILDING THE STARTUP TEAM 101 | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 | |
| Time | 2:00PM to 4:00PM | |
| City | Palo Alto | |
| Event Type | Seminar / Workshop / Class | |
| Event Area | Entrepreneurship | |
| Hosted By | Market4Demand | |
| Description | Market4Demand Marketing Educational Series for Entrepreneurs (MESE) Presents... ﾺ ﾺ ﾺ Building the REGISTRATION http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=127019 WHY ATTEND? Building the Startup Team 101 shows high tech entrepreneurs how to quickly and effectively recruit key executive staff. Topics covered include determining priorities, discovering sources, standard costs, the selection process, and best practices for building the team. SPEAKER Dr. Steve McElfresh founded HR Futures after having served as the President and CEO of the Saratoga Institute, a leading international organization doing research and consulting on productivity measurement and improvement. Before joining Saratoga, Dr. McElfresh was the chief HR officer for SRI International, Exponent, and Friden Alcatel. He has taught at Boston College and the University of Massachusetts, and has also served on the Boards of Directors and Advisory Boards of a variety of Bay Area companies and non-profits. Dr. McElfresh, who has published many articles on HR and productivity research and findings, conducts seminars both locally and nationally on new directions for the American workforce, R&D and white-collar productivity and the challenges of managing in highly technical organizations. He holds a Ph.D. in organizational psychology from Boston College and a J.D. from the Santa Clara University. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, and senior managers in the following roles: Human Resources, HR, Benefits, Human Capital, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, and Operations QUESTIONS HREF="mailto:events@market4demand.com">events@market4demand.com< /a> (650) 812-0500 x111 SPONSORS & PARTNERS | |
| Cost | $50 | |
| Ticket URL | http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=1270 19 | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=1270 19 | |
| Organization Description | Market4Demand, a technology marketing services firm located in Palo Alto, delivers strategic and tactical marketing services that help increase shareholder and customer value. Market4Demand specializes in marketing planning and implementation, interim marketing management, product marketing and marketing communications. The company offers expertise in both enterprise and consumer technology solutions. In 2001, it launched Market4Demand's Marketing Educational Series for Entrepreneurs (MESE), a sequence of workshops developed to empower entrepreneurs with practical, value-based technology marketing best practices. For more information about Market4Demand's services and Market4Demand's Marketing Educational Series for Entrepreneurs (MESE) call (650) 812-0500. | |
| Event Contact Info | Event Coordinator, events@market4demand.com | |
| Venue | Market4Demand, Inc. | |
| Venue Address | 2458 Embarcadero Way Palo Alto, CA, 94303 | |
| Contact Phone | (650) 812-0500 x111 | |
| Venue Directions | http://www.market4demand.com/contact/info.htm l | |
| Event Name | BAWTC: Certificate in Import & Export Mgmt--Import Session I | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 -04/25/07 | |
| Time | 6:00PM to 9:00PM | |
| City | Oakland | |
| Event Type | Seminar / Workshop / Class | |
| Event Area | International Trade / Global Issues | |
| Hosted By | Bay Area World Trade Center | |
| Description | Obtain a Certificate in International Trade by completing a series of courses in importing and exporting. The program is designed for individuals to obtain a broad comprehensive foundation to work in a variety of industry sectors and functions in international trade. If you are considering starting your import or export business, these courses can provide you the necessary skills and knowledge to move your business into the next steps. The participant will receive a Certificate upon the successful completion of the entire series. Certificate graduates receive a discount on a BAWTC Membership. Instructor: Tekle Sebhatu, Ph.D. Cost: $400 for the Certificate OR $55 per class; OFFER! Enroll in the complete Certificate and obtain a BAWTC individual Membership for an additional $100. (Complete Certificate" + "BAWTC Membership" =$500); STUDENT OFFER! receive 25% discount and enroll for only $300 (must show proof of student status) IMPORTING SESSIONS - February 27, 2007 Import Series--Session I: Import Process Participants will explore the fundamentals of effective import decisions. This session provides an insight into the customs clearance process, the role of a customs broker, and the various methods utilized in reducing duties paid on imported goods. - Marc 6, 2007 Import Series-Session II: Special Customs Requirements This workshop will focus on restrictions, prohibitions, fraud and other agency requirements. The benefits of agreements (NAFTA, CBI, ATPA, AGOA and others) will be discussed. Temporary free importation, anti-dumping, countervailing duty drawback and Foreign Trade Zones will be covered. - Marc 13, 2007 Import Series--Session III: Documents and Methods of Payments This workshop examines the simultaneous flow of documents, goods and payments in and import transaction. You will understand INCOTERMS, basic principles of international finance to develop sound payment solutions for your importing needs. - March 20, 2007 Import Series--Session IV: Selling Your Imported Product Learn effective marketing strategies that sell your product. This session will cover marketing concepts on product development, pricing strategies, distribution methods and promotion. MARCH 27, 2007 --COURSE INTERMISSION-- EXPORTING SESSIONS - April 4, 2007 Export Series--Session I: Fundamentals of Exporting This workshop will explore the fundamentals of exporting and also focus on establishing your export program with an overview of the export process including assessing company's readiness to export, sources of market research, how to enter a foreign market, assessment of a product or service and assistance that is available for exporters. - April 11, 2007 Export Series--Session II: Export Documents and Insurance This workshop will examine the INCOTERMS 2000, flow of documents, goods and payments in an export transaction. Theis session will demonstrate on how to prepare the Shippers Export Declaration (SED 7525-V) and discusses the differences between Schedule B and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule numbers. Types of ocean cargos, ocean and air freight charges, methods of insuring goods, the different insurance coverages and determining the insured value will be covered. - April 18, 2007 Export Series--Session III: Export Methods of Payments and Financing This workshop will focus on the different methods of international payments available to exporters including advance payment; open account; consignment, documentary collection and letter of credit. Also, the various financing options available through commercial banks and government financing programs will be covered. - April 25, 2007 Export Series--Session IV: Export Marketing This workshop will provide participants with the skills necessary to develop an international market strategy including targeting individual country; international sales contract; identify buyers, agents and distributors; trade leads and establishing an international distribution channels. Cost: $400 for the Certificate OR $55 per class. Certificate graduates receive a discount on a BAWTC Membership. | |
| Cost | see details | |
| Ticket URL | http://www.acteva.com/go/bawtcevents | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.bawtc.com/ | |
| Organization Description | Part of a network of 300 world trade centers worldwide, the BAWTC promotes Bay Area businesses throughout the world, thereby contributing to regional economic growth through international trade and commerce. | |
| Event Contact Info | Bay Area World Trade Center, - | |
| Venue | Port of Oakland's Exhibit Room | |
| Venue Address | 530 Water Street Oakland, CA, 94607 | |
| Contact Phone | (510) 251-5900 | |
| Event Name | How to Start a Small Business | |
| Date | Tuesday March 6, 2007 | |
| Time | 6:20PM to 8:20PM | |
| City | San Jose | |
| Event Type | Seminar / Workshop / Class | |
| Event Area | Investment / Finance / Money | |
| Hosted By | SBA*Cisco Systems*San Jose Entrepreneur Center | |
| Description | This is an excellent opportunity for those considering opening a business! Grow your knowledge of: business planning, small business financing, required legal forms of organization, licensing and permits, being an entrepreneur and the extended services provided by the Silicon Valley SBDC. Starting your business requires a strong foundation, and this training will empower entrepreneurs to move forward with confidence. Produced: SBDC / CITD. | |
| Cost | $25.00 online; $30.00 at the door. | |
| Ticket URL | http://www.acteva.com/go/svsbdcdafh | |
| Other ticket Information | http://www.siliconvalley-sbdc.org | |
| Organization Description | The SBA*Cisco Systems*San Jose Entrepreneur Center is a unique partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration, Cisco Systems and the City of San Jose to provide entrepreneurs with all of the resources they need to be successful in their business endeavors including counseling, training, financing and technology. Please visit us at www.ecenteronline.org. | |
| Event Contact Info | Client Services Coordinator, clientservices@siliconvalley-sbdc.org | |
| Venue | San Jose Entreprenuer Center | |
| Venue Address | 84 W. Santa Clara Street, Suite 100 San Jose, CA, 95113 | |
| Contact Phone | 408-494-0240 | |
| Venue Directions | http://www.ecenteronline.org/contact.htm | |
