BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT WEEK
24/07/2010
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Do not miss out on the opportunity to grow your business knowledge and meet interesting people. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT WEEK (BDW) ,19-24 July 2010 is a week of information sourcing & exchange, business training and networking opportunities to promote new business creation and sustainable business growth and development in Sutherland Shire. If you have a new business idea or operate your own business, come and learn how to make it a success by joining us for BDW. All 8 sessions during BDW are FREE:.jpg)
20 July, 9:30am-2:30pm - Tourism Conference
Come and meet your industry colleagues: hear a range of guest presenters and learn about: Tapping into all the benefits of Shire Tourism, Growing successful tourist products, Taking the mystery out of marketing by understanding your customers, Sales and Marketing tips, ideas and practical advice from external industry specialists and How to take an effective leap into the international tourism arena.
20 July, 6:30pm-8:30pm - Women in Business
Women account for a third of all small business operators in NSW, two thirds of start-ups, and are dynamic partners in many family businesses. ‘Rendezvous’ is a not-for-profit business network group whose motto is ‘Share…Learn…Grow’. Whether you are new to business and would like guidance, or have been in business for some time and would like inspiration to keep moving forward, join us for an evening of networking and insight into business success.
21 July, 9:30am - 12:30pm - Government Support to Grow Your Business
There are many government assistance programs to help your business. Here's where you hear about them. Whether it's access to market information, grant assistance and tools to grow your business, or training and vocational education, come and listen to industry experts explain how to grow your business.
21 July, 6:30pm-8:30pm - Introduction to Share Trading
COMMSEC will provide an update and an outlook on the market and the economy, after on of the most volatile periods on record. In addition, some basics about the market, trading and its mechanics will be presented.
23 July, 9:30am -1:00pm - Getting your Message in the Media
Read all about it! Shire-based journalist Fran Molloy shares her tips on how to get your own headline in the mainstream media and combine offline and online media exposure. Peter Polesel will explore 5 key strategies you need to run an effective online campaign in 2010. Peter specialises in search engine visibility and social media strategies. If you rely on computers at work or home, this is an opportunity to hear the latest in technology development, meet local IT service providers and make new business contacts.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 5 EVENTS ABOVE
BEC WORKSHOPS DURING BDW:
19 July, 9:30am - 1:00pm - BEC Essentials to Starting Your New Business. This workshop will provide essential information and tools to get you started in your new business. A must for new ideas and start-ups.
22 July, 9:30am - 3:00pm - BEC Business Sales & Marketing Forum. This 'must attend' one day Business Forum will cover essential aspects of sales and marketing for small to medium businesses.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 2 BEC EVENTS or call 9545 5900
FRANK TEAM WORKSHOP DURING BDW:
24 July, 10:00am - 2:00pm - Young Entrepreneurs Workshop. Don't miss out on your opportunity to hear from successful young entrepreneurs, work on your business idea through this innovative and practical workshop, and meet other local young business people out there making their ideas a reality. The day assists 16/28 year olds who have a business idea and are thinking about setting up a new business, are running their own business or need advice on a business plan.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE YOUNG ENTREPRENUERS WORKSHOP or call 9518 6244
For further information, P: 9710 0109 E: workshops@ssc.nsw.gov.au
