SAVE THE DATE!

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Northern Michigan University

Marquette, Michigan

Keynote Speaker Eric Chester! 

Eric Chester is the premier expert on the emerging workforce.

He began his career as a high school business teacher and coach. After six years in the classroom, Eric launched out as a motivational speaker for students, and in the decade that followed, he became one of America's top speakers for youth visiting hundreds of schools throughout the US and Canada and inspiring millions of high school and college students to reach higher and work harder. 

Leading companies and organizations soon discovered that Eric had "cracked the code" on the emerging generation and sought out Eric's advice on how they could better connect with the under 30 workforce.  With his engaging, often irreverent style, he quickly became a favorite keynote speaker for corporate meetings and events.

Since 1998, Eric has been the leading voice in recruiting, training, managing, motivating, and retaining young talent.

Chester is also the Founder of The Center for Work Ethic Development, a firm offering cutting-edge curriculum and online training resources for business leaders, high school and college students, workforce training centers, and all levels of employees.

With a diminishing work ethic being a primary concern for today's employers, Eric frequently appears on national media to provide insight and perspective to business leaders, educators, and concerned adults. He's the author of the business books Employing Generation Why (Tucker House Books) and Getting Them to Give a Damn (Kaplan).  His 2012 release, Reviving Work Ethic - A Leader's Guide to Ending Entitlement and Restoring Pride in the Workforce - is the first business book on work ethic since 1904.  His forthcoming book, On Fire at Work: How Legendary Leaders Ignite Passion in Their People without Burning Them Out, will be released in 2014.

Click HERE for a video of Eric Chester

Responding to Federal Government Opportunities

You have found a government opportunity that you 

might want to bid on....

  What's next?

What factors should you consider before bidding?

How does the government evaluate offers?

Where do you go for help?

This seminar will help you find the answers to these questions and more!

This seminar will cover:

•  Accepting GSA SmartPay Charge Cards
•  Government Purchase Orders
•  DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)
•  Uniform Contract Format Review
•  Understanding a Solicitation
•  Responding to a Request for Proposal (RFP)

How to Start a Business and Succeed

In partnership with the Florence County Economic Development Corporation, Beth Kost, Rural Small Business Consultant for Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC), will deliver classes to develop and support local entrepreneurs.

How to Start a Business and Succeed

March 19th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Taking entrepreneurship to the next level

When starting a business, you should know the answer to some common questions: What is your business and what is the market? Who are your customers and how will you promote your products or services? What are your overall costs, etc.? Learn how to assess your business in a way that will help you craft a winning business plan. 

No Fee.

Light snack provided.

To register or ask questions, please call Wendy Gehlhoff at 715.528.3294 or email to wgehlhoff@co.florence.wi.us.