CEO's Message
Celebrating Women
With over 110,000 women owned businesses in Alberta, women entrepreneurs are significant contributors to our economy. On March 8th, AWE recognized International Women's Day by celebrating the over $450M of economic impact generated by our clients over the past 16 years.
The week prior to International Women's Day I had the pleasure of attending the 2011 Alberta Business Awards of Distinction, highlighting the accomplishments of many successful businesses in our province. Included in these exceptional enterprises were women entrepreneurs and AWE clients... Read More... |
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Connecting to Contracts Makes New Links
This past February, AWE hosted our inaugural Connecting to Contacts event in both Edmonton and Calgary. This introduction to the Connecting to Contracts program was well received by all of the women in attendance. Special guest Mary Anderson, Executive Director of WEConnect Canada, joined AWE in both cities as she presented on the benefits and access that can be had by women business owners who become WEConnect certified.
If you missed these events please click here to view the presentations of the evening, and keep watching for upcoming Connecting to Contracts networking events. |
Innovative Approaches to Success
May 5 & 6, 2011 | Hotel Arts, Calgary AB
Are you ready to achieve more for your business?
This 2 day event will provide you with the advice and strategies needed to expand your business, right from the entrepreneurs who have found success themselves!
Featuring Opening Keynote
John Stanton,
Founder of Running Room
...and Closing Keynote
Jeanne Beker,
Host & Segment Producer of
Fashion Television Channel
Don't miss your opportunity to be a part of the premier event for women in business! Register Now until April 1st and save $100!
Click here for more on our entrepreneurial speakers and program info.
And watch for our conference ads on media sponsor station
CTV Calgary coming this April! |
Women in the North Conference
 AWE is proud to support the 3rd Annual Women in the North Conference, featuring guest speaker Angela Mondou, an entrepreneurial panel, break out sessions, and your "call to action". Click here to view the full conference poster.
Women in the North Conference
April 14, 2011
Misery Mountain Ski Chalet
Peace River, AB
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $35 (includes gourmet lunch)
Registration deadline March 31, 2011
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FREE Webinar on Canadian Trade Mission Opportunity for AB Entrepreneurs
This informative webinar will review the opportunities offered at the US WBENC Women in Business Annual National conference in Las Vegas June 21-23, 2011.
Topics discussed will include:
- Trade Mission overview and benefits
- Pre-event training, on-site briefing, and wrap-up meetings
- WBENC 'Buddies' program
- and much more...
Register Today!
WBENC Trade Mission Webinar
Monday March 28th
11:00am - 12:00pm
FREE
Click here for more on this exciting Trade Mission...
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Followers, Fans, and Connections...Now What?
 Making the Most of Social Media
You've created your businesses online profiles, now how can social networking benefit your bottom line? Part of the Building on Success Series, this upcoming workshop will provide attendees with the valuable insight and skills to make the right connections and engage your customers in conversation. Facilitated by Shauna McConechy of Out Enterprises Inc.
Calgary - Register Today
Date: April 5, 2011
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: $45+GST
Date: Apri 7, 2011
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Cost: $45+GST
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Roadmap for Success
This one time session, 3 hour workshop led by an AWE Business Advisor, provides an introduction on how to develop a business plan. Includes a comprehensive workbook with detailed information, business plan samples, and a list of resources. Workshop Cost: $45+GST.
Edmonton:
March 24: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Calgary:
March 25: 1:00 - 4:00pm
April 13: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Click here for more info or to register. |
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Keep in Touch
Connect with other women entrepreneurs and keep up to date with the latest AWE news on our Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn pages.
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Alberta Women Entrepreneurs is seeking door prizes for the Innovative Approaches to Success Conference. This is a great opportunity to help our event and promote your business. Door prizes must have a minimum value of $50.00. Please contact us if you are interested in donating a door prize. |
16th Annual Global Woman of Vision Awards Luncheon 2011
March 18, 2011
Edmonton, AB
For more info or to buy tickets
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St. Albert Entrepreneur Bootcamp
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Top 10 LinkedIn Tactics
by Judy Bradt, Summit Insight
1. Profile: create a personal and company profile.
2. Status: publicize your events in your profile status.
3. Groups: find groups that can help you grow.
4. Invitations: reach out to potential clients and partners.
5. Introductions - via Contacts: ask for an introduction to the people in your contacts network you would like to connect to.
6. Connections - via Groups: view the members of your groups for potential connections.
7. Discussions: contribute your expertise.
8. Recommendations: ask for a few recommendations from key contacts.
9. Q & A: be among the first to answer questions in your expertise.
10. Applications: Share key items with your connections.
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