CHAMBER 2012 CALENDAR Upcoming Events |
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The Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to take advantage of our networking and training opportunities.
Of special note: If you are not a member of the Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, there will be a $20 charge to attend a Business After Business.
Networking Tip
Evaluate each group you belong to, and weed out the ones that are not lining up with your goals and objectives. Maintain your network and know who each individual is and how each interaction works towards your goals and objectives. |
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March 15: 5 - 7 pm Annual General Meeting & Election of Directors
The 2011 Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting will be held Thursday, March 15th at the Ramada Inn & Suites ballroom from 5:00p to 7:00p.
Voting will take place by confidential ballot at the AGM.
The agenda will include long-standing member recognitions, Membership and President's Reports, and the Accountant's Report.
Reception with light appetizers and a cash bar to follow.
RSVP is required by calling (250) 492-4103 or emailing admin@penticton.org by Monday March 12th.
Members are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to mingle with your Board of Directors.
Where & WhenRamada Inn & Suites Courtyard Ballroom1050 Eckhardt Avenue West
Penticton, BC
Thursday, March 15 5 - 7 PM No Cost |
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April 3: 9 am - 11:30 am
What's New, and Next, for Facebook?
What's new, and next, for Facebook?
Is Facebook part of your marketing strategy? Make sure you're up to date on the latest - and impending - changes to Facebook's platforms so you're able to take full advantage of this powerful network. Learn about the new timeline feature for personal profiles and how it affects your visibility in the newsfeed, and how to get ahead of the impending re-design of Facebook pages for business, which are converting to the new timeline format. We'll also review changes to Facebook's advertising platform, including a review of its new premium ad options. You'll leave with tips and tricks to optimize your business's presence on Facebook.
Facilitated by Allison Markin.
To register, please call Lisa at 250.492.4103. Payment is required at time of registration.
Investment:
Members: $65 + HST
Future Members: $85 + HST
Chamber Boardroom
The Kinsman Building
Suite 100 - 166 Main Street
Penticton, BC | |
April 12: 5 - 7 pm
Business After Business 
Join our host, St. John Ambulance, for an evening of great networking, refreshments, and door prizes. Don't forget your business cards!
St. John Ambulance
120 - 316 Dawson Avenue
Penticton, BC Thursday, April 12
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April 26: 9 am - 11:30 am
Integrating Social Media & Email Marketing into your Business Strategy
Learn how to create an email marketing plan step by step, with strategies for Social Media, In-Store, and Traditional Media integration.
Early registrants have opportunity to submit their business information to be included in sample strategies. Facilitated by Trina Links-Gowe.
To register, please call Lisa at 250.492.4103. Payment is required at time of registration.
Investment:
Members: $65 + HST
Future Members: $85 + HST
Chamber Boardroom
The Kinsman Building
Suite 100 - 166 Main Street
Penticton, BC |
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April 26: 5 - 7 pm
Business After Business 
Join our host, Bonitas Winery, in conjunction with the Summerland Chamber, for an evening of great networking, refreshments, and door prizes.
Doug Dean from Grape Escapes Wine Tours has graciously offered the use of his shuttle bus to and from Bonitas Winery for a nominal fee of $5 per person. As seats are limited, please RSVP to Doug at 250-493-3238 as soon as possible.
Don't forget your business cards!
Bonitas Winery
20623 McDougald Road
Summerland, BC Thursday, April 26
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Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce
The Kinsman Building, Suite 100 - 166 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5A4
(250) 492-4103
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