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Training & Skills Development
Information Sessions
Interested to learn more about AWE services? Join us at one of our upcoming one-hour teleconferences every Tuesday at 12pm. For more information click here.
Roadmap for Success
Why does the idea of writing a business plan seem daunting and confusing? Why do you need one? This workshop answers these questions and provides an introduction on how to develop a business plan. Cost: $45
Edmonton:
April 28, 2010
5:30pm- 8:30pm
May 19, 2010
9:00am- 12:00pm
Calgary:
April 16, 2010
9:00am- 12:00pm
May 14, 2010
9:00am -12:00pm
More info or to register
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Did You Know?
There are more than 959,000 self-employed women in Canada (110,400 in Alberta).
The amended Employment Insurance Act now provides access to maternity, parental, sickness and compassionate care benefits to self-employed people, who choose to register for access to EI Special Benefits for Self-Employed People. For more information from Service Canada click here. |
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Other Events of Interest
TEC Venture Prize Awards Luncheon
Edmonton
Westin Hotel
April 15th, 2010
11:30am - 2:00pm
The Business Link's
Guest Advisor Program
You can speak one-on-one with their guest advisors about your business questions.
Call 1-800-272-9675 between 12:00pm-4:00pm on the following days to speak to an advisor:
Mondays-Business Management and Operations Coaching
Tuesdays-Lawyers
Wednesdays-Accountants
Thursdays- Bankers
Program runs until April 29, 2010.
For more information
Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan 2010 Conference and AGM
This year's conference topics include communication, attitude and leadership. A pre-conference workshop about digital media will be presented on May 6th.
Regina
Ramada Hotel and Convention Centre
May 7th, 2010
Women's Enterprise Centre Manitoba
Upcoming events include a one day Adopting Technology Conference on June 1st, and the AGM and Business Winner Reception on June 15th. Further details to follow.
Momcafe Event: Mabel's Mom of Many
The next momcafé event at Earls Restaurant Westhills will feature Julie Cole of "Mabel's Mom of Many". She will share her story including how she and her family created Mabel's Labels Inc., and embraced social media to connect with moms all over the world. Sit back and relax while you enjoy a light breakfast, steaming latté and onsite childcare, while listening to Julie Cole and connecting with local Calgary moms.
Calgary
Earls Restaurant Westhills
March 26, 2010
9:00am-11:00am
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The 30th Junior Achievement Alberta Business Hall of Fame Gala Dinner
Presented by EPCOR, the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame will be taking place on May 20, 2010 at Edmonton's Shaw Conference Centre.
To nominate someone, purchase tickets or receive more information click here. |
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6th Annual Chinook Entrepreneur Challenge
Would you like to:
- Win $15 000 to pursue your business idea?
- Develop the necessary skills to develop your business plan?
- Test your business idea?
- See if you fit the entrepreneur profile?
The Chinook Entrepreneur Challenge is open to individuals, new or existing businesses, and post secondary students located in Chinook region only.
Submission deadline is April 30, 2010.
For more information or to register click here. |
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"The Art of Customer Service...Influence with Ease" Seminars with Jeff Mowatt- best selling author and award-winning speaker.
Boost your Business in 2010
Smart business people know that you don't boost market share in boom times...your market share grows when the economy is soft and customers become more selective. The fastest, most cost-effective way to differentiate yourself is to focus on your service. Customer service can no longer be merely average or simply friendly; it needs to be remark-able. Here's your opportunity to make that happen for your team...
Medicine Hat- May 4, 2010
Grade Prairie- May 13, 2010
Fort McMurray- June 10, 2010
Red Deer- November 4, 2010
For seminar details and on-line registration click here. |
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Social Media: Changing the Face of 21st Century Marketing
Hosted by Community Futures Entre-Corp and Palliser Economic Partnership, speaker Max Valiquette will help you understand the way that youth driven media are re-writing the rules of communication. Learn how to join this latest marketing and communications craze that can take your organization to the next level.
Medicine Hat
Terrace Room, Chinook Village
March 23, 2010
8:30am-1:00pm (includes lunch)
$45.00
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Alberta Business Family Institute
What your Banker Wishes the Next Generation Would Think, Do and Say
In today's global marketplace the bank can be your successor's best friend or biggest hurdle. The relationship you have spent years nurturing is not easy to transfer. We will discuss the key things the Next Generation can do to strengthen and ensure the smooth transfer of this powerful relationship.
Edmonton
University of Alberta Faculty Club
March 25, 2010
6:30pm-9:00pm (includes dinner)
Ranchmen's Club
April 7, 2010
12:00pm-3:00pm (includes lunch)
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Message from the CEO
Grow Forth and Profit!
What stereotypes about growth and profit aspirations by women entrepreneurs do you believe? I just came across a recent report based on a survey of women business owners that may challenge your perceptions. (www.makemineamillion.org)
Myth #1: Women are happy keeping their businesses small and just making a little extra spending money
Fact: 87% said profits were very important, 42% prioritize growth, 82% said providing significant income to their families was a priority. Money may not be everything, but most women business owners aren't interested in conducting business as a hobby. Read more... |
Innovative Approaches to Success
April 21-23, 2010
Fairmont Hotel MacDonald, Edmonton, AB
Fire up your business' growth with advice from Dragons' Den entrepreneur W. Brett Wilson
 Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) is thrilled to announce W. Brett Wilson of CBC's Dragons' Den will present at the third annual Innovative Approaches to Success Conference, April 21-23, 2010 at the Fairmont Hotel MacDonald in Edmonton, Alberta.
As one of Canada's most successful entrepreneurs and respected philanthropists, W. Brett Wilson is also one of the country's most sought-after public speakers. A popular panelist on CBC's hit show Dragons' Den, Brett offers his insights into business and life. Click here to read more. Register today for your chance to hear Brett's advice on pitching business ideas to investors when growing a business and his insight on how to creatively find business deals that best fit your situation.
Full 2 day Conference $600 + GST
Interested in bringing this amazing event to your staff or clients? We are offering this two day event for $400 + GST per person if you purchase a package of 5 registrations. If you would like to participate in this special offer, please contact Ashton Paulitsch at 780-422-7786 or programs@awebusiness.com. |
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Grant Thornton Sponsors IATS 2010
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs is proud to announce Grant Thornton LLP's silver sponsorship of the 2010 Innovative Approaches to Success Conference. Grant Thornton LLP is a leading Canadian accounting and business advisory firm, providing audit, tax, and advisory services to private and public organizations.
AWE sincerely appreciates the support of our generous sponsors in helping us to bring you Innovative Approaches to Success.
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Cash Flow is Key to Your Progress: Seven Ways to Keep Money Moving
By: Business Development Bank of Canada
Cash is king in difficult economic times. Here are seven ways to find more money in your business.
Develop a cash-flow planner and track cash. Using software or a spreadsheet, record your month-opening bank account balance and all anticipated cash inflows and outflows. Then, track your cash as it comes in and goes out throughout the month. "That will help you stay on top of problems and make adjustments, such as delaying discretionary payments," says Joy Playford, Director of Special Markets, BDC. Read more... |
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How Can You Attend Our Conference for Free?
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The Building Blocks to Success:
Calgary AWE-Inspiring Breakfast Series 
Join us for our Calgary AWE-Inspiring Breakfast featuring speaker Jennifer McNeill of CipherSoft Inc.
Jennifer McNeill is a seasoned business executive and entrepreneur. She has led a number of software companies, including one named in Profit Magazine's 50 Fastest Growing Companies for 2005. She served as the CEO of Ciphersoft, which was acquired by Unify in 2009.
Jennifer was nominated in 1997 by the YMCA as Woman of the Year in Calgary, was nominated in 2000 and 2004 as Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young, and was named one of Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women for 2005. Jennifer was also nominated in 2006 for the RBC Canadian Entrepreneur Award.
Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
Location: Q-Haute Cuisine, 100-7 St. SW Calgary
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Pamela Strand Dazzles at Edmonton AWE-Inspiring Breakfast Pamela Strand, President & CEO of Shear Minerals, engaged an audience of women in business on February 24, 2010 at the Union Bank Inn Edmonton, with her inspirational story of climbing to the top of a traditionally male dominated industry.
Ms. Strand detailed her journey from the beginning as an eager field geologist to eventually becoming the President & CEO of Shear Minerals. Amazingly, Pamela still finds time to do what she loves... getting her hands dirty out in the mine sites. By being physically involved in the diamond exploration process, Pamela exhibits to staff and investors that she is passionate about her job and industry.
Read more...
Pamela Strand networks with AWE-Inspiring attendees.
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AWE Client Success Story
The Vin Room, an AWE client and unique Calgary wine bar, has recently received some impressive national press recognition. The Vin Room was lauded as a "winner" and one of the best Calgary restaurant openings of 2009 by the Calgary Herald and was featured in a Financial Post article on the emergence of wine bars in Canada.
AWE congratulates the Vin Room on these press acknowledgements and wishes them continued success in the future. Click to view the articles:
Financial Post: "A World of Wine"
Calgary Herald: "Best openings of '09" |
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Visit AWE at the National Women in Business Expo We invite you to visit AWE's booth and hear us speak at the National Women in Business Expo. The Expo is for women entrepreneurs, managers, professionals, at all stages of business including pre-start, start up, development, and growth.
As a friend of AWE, you can print off and use the 2 for 1 Admission Coupon below to visit us and the other great exhibitors at the Expo.
Date: March 27-28, 2010
Location: Stampede Park Big Four Building
Calgary, AB
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Edmonton and Area Networking Opportunity
Last summer, Cathy Schofield of the Green Tea Frog Café and Tea House in Spruce Grove started a group of small business entrepreneurs called the Parkland Women in Business to facilitate support and friendship within her local business community.
The Parkland Women in Business meet at The Green Tea Frog Café and Tea House the first Monday of the month unless it is a holiday, in which case it is moved to the next week. Past guest speakers at the meetings have included Alberta Women Entrepreneurs and Carson Beier of Exit Realty. Upcoming events include a fashion show fun night on April 12, 2010 and a guest speaker in May from Beam Marketing.
No membership needed to join this fast growing group and it is open to all women in business regardless of where they reside. For more details, visit the Parkland Women in Business Facebook page by clicking here or call Cathy Schofield at 780-946-7800. | |
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