Part 2 : Small Business Week Events in B.C.
by Susan Ward
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Business Conferences
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Biztech BC Conference & Trade Show
Location: Forster's Convention Centre, Kamloops.
Date: October 16-18
Subtitled making $ense Out Of Technology, this conference is designed to help small to medium sized businesses find ways to use technology to increase their profits and make the day to day running of their businesses easier.
Keynote speakers include Micheal Campbell, David Chalk and Stephen Abbott.
A slate of seminars will be offered on topics such as finding skilled staff, online security, free and open source software, branding your company, client management and marketing, and learning how to start your own online business.
Presented by: The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce.
Cost: $249 +GST
Registration: Online or by fax or mail.
FMI: Telephone Kari or Melanie at 371-5751 or email info@biztechbc.com. Visit the Web site at http://www.biztechbc.com/.
Thinking Outside The Box: 2nd Annual Small Business Trade Show
Location: The Coast Canadian Inn, Kamloops.
Date: October 24
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
This trade show features a Power Breakfast and lunch, on-site media, and information on topics such as Business Care and Community Futures to help you run your business more successfully.
Presented by: The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce.
Cost: $100 per booth or share a booth with another company for $50.
Registration: Contact Deb or Lori at 250-372-7722 or mail@kamloopschamber.bc.ca to reserve a booth or for further information.
Business Excellence Awards 2002
Location: Forster's Convention Centre, Kamloops.
Date: October 26
Time: Champagne Reception 6 p.m.; dinner 6:30 p.m.
The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce annually recognizes businesses, organizations and/or individuals for outstanding achievement. A Silent and Live Auction fundraiser will be held as well, with proceeds going towards the operation of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce.
Cost: Tickets are $45 for members, $50 for potential members.
FMI: Telephone Deb or Lori at 250-372-7722 or email mail@kamloopschamber.bc.ca for tickets and/or information.
15th Annual Business Excellence Awards
Location: Coast Capri Hotel, Kelowna.
Date: October 24
Time: 6:30 p.m.
The Business Excellence Awards program recognizes outstanding achievement in business; this year's awards will be presented at a gala banquet.
Presented by: The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce.
Cost: Call for information.
Registration: Advanced tickets must be purchased by calling 250-861-1515 ext. 2.
Home, Hobbies, & Horsepower Trade Show
Location: Prince George Multiplex , Prince George.
Date: October 18-20
A trade show and more with 51,000 sq.ft. of exhibitors, Snowmobile Grass Drags Mainstage presentations, seminars and other great entertainment.
Presented by: The Prince George Chamber of Commerce.
Cost: Call or email for information.
FMI: Contact suec@pgchamber.bc.ca or call 250-562-2454.
Business Excellence Awards Dinner
Location: Sheraton Guildford Hotel, Surrey.
Date: October 23
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Celebrate the accomplishment, innovation and entrepreneurship of Surrey businesses at this gala banquet (business formal dress).
Presented by: The Business Development Bank of Canada, with Diamond Sponsor, the City of Surrey.
Cost: $55 per person or $400 for a table of 8. Bring a guest. Tickets will be given upon registration. Pre-payment for tickets is required.
Registration: Online at http://www.surreychamber.org or call the Surrey Chamber office at 604-581-7130.
6th Annual SOHO-SME Business Conference
Location: Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, Vancouver.
Date: October 22
The conference focuses on the success and growth of small and medium-sized businesses in today's highly competitive business environment; the theme this year is "Business At The Speed Of Light". Highlights include keynote presentations, speaker presentations, exhibits and displays, an "Ask The Expert" Free Advice Centre, and expert panel discussions.
Presented by: SOHO Business Group,SOMANI Marketing Group Inc.
Cost: Attendance is free with On-Line Pre-Registration before Tuesday, October 15 or $25 at the door.
Registration: Register online at http://www.soho.ca/conf2002_reg.htm.
FMI: Visit the conference Web site at http://www.soho.ca/conf2002_home.htm or call 604-929-8250 or 1-800-290-7646.
Distinguished Speaker Program
Location: The Regency Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency, Vancouver.
Date: October 22
Time: Registration: 11:45 a.m. -12:15 p.m.; Lunch & Program: 12:15 p.m. - 2 p.m.
This event features an address by Michel Vennat, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Presented by: The Vancouver Board Of Trade.
Cost: Individual members: $55.00 + GST; Individual non-members: $ 75.00 + GST. Tables of 8 are also available.
Registration: Online at http://www.boardoftrade.com/vbot_events.asp?pageid=32 or call 604-681-2111.
FYI: There are several other Distinguished Speaker luncheon events happening this same week that you'll also find details for on the Web page listed above.
The Small Business Events Guide 2002 is a joint publication of About, RBC Royal Bank, and Home Business Report.
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