10th Anniversary - Bridges to Better Business - Entrepreneurs Conference

Keynote Topic:

5 Things You Need to do NOW in your Business!

Will you make the most of the coming recovery? To succeed, your business has to master the new opportunities created by new technology and the new economy. Business writer, consultant and speaker Rick Spence, Canada's Guru of Growth, will give you the tools to re-energize your business, re-engage and align your staff, get closer to your customers, and master today's social-marketing tools. You'll walk away with a bigger vision and specific new plans for getting your business to the Next Level!

Speaker Bio:

Lunch Speaker: Kendra Gordon Green

Founder of The Little Red Roaster

Kendra Gordon Green knows how to do business. Since her acquisition of The Little Red Roaster in 2002, Kendra has continued to be successful in a highly competitive industry. She now has four franchise coffee shops, a thriving catering business and a full service bistro nestled in London's Wortley Village.

To top off what would appear to be a perfect cup of business success, Kendra also has a personal life outside of her fast paced entrepreneurial schedule. Finding time to devote to marriage and two young children must be a challenge, but at the Bridges to Better Business Conference, Kendra will share the importance of a strong support network in balancing a personal life with a growing business career.

About the Conference:

Bridges to Better Business is an annual event held in celebration of Small Business Week. The conference is an interactive approach to addressing the various business issues and/or challenges that you, as a business owner, experience on a daily basis.

The Conference Includes:

Your choice of seminars and roundtable discussions, lunch with Kendra Gordon Green, a tradeshow with exhibitor tables and networking with other entrepreneurs.

See what past participants had to say about the conference...

Bridges to Better Business

October 21, 2009

Each year, this unique forum brings together businesses in various stages of development for an open exchange of ideas, advice, and feedback through the guidance of facilitators and mentors. This year's event is being held on October 21, 2009 at the Lamplighter Inn, 591 Wellington Rd, London.

Designed to maximize your learning and networking opportunities, participants can choose either a discussion group or seminar of a pre-determined topic.

Bridges to Better Business Discussion groups are limited to approximately 10 people, allowing for in-depth and quality discussions. Mentors have been recruited to share their knowledge and ensure a dynamic discussion.

Learn more about Bridges...

Participants must register in advance.

Helpful Resources

Registration Options

Event Brochure (PDF)

Agenda

Participant Preparation

Effective Networking

Bridges Photo Gallery

For more info, contact Nancy Kopriva: 519-659-2882 x234

Testimonial

Superb opportunity for sharpening your business skills while networking with like-minded folks - John TravisRelationship Marketing Specialist

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Agenda

7:30	Breakfast / Full Day Registration Begins
8:00	Breakfast to Better Business
9:30	Conference only Registration Begins
9:45	Tradeshow / Networking
10:30	Roundtable / Seminar Session 1
12:00	Lunch with featured Speaker
1:30	Roundtable / Seminar Session 2
3:00	Tradeshow / Networking
4:00	Wrap Up & Prize Presentations

Discussion Groups and Seminar Sessions

Participants will have a choice of two activities:

Roundtable Discussion Sessions (business owners only):

» Sales – from Qualifying Leads to Closing the Sale
» Getting Free Publicity
» Networking – Sharing Best Practices
» Branding Your Business
» Sources of Financing – Financial Institutions, Venture Capital, Angel Investors
» Your Website – Keeping it Fresh and Relevant

Seminars:

» Marketing Fundamentals: How to get the most out of your marketing dollar
- Presented by Zoo Media Group

» The Single Sales Tax - 2009 Ontario Budget: Comprehensive Tax Reform – How it Will Affect You and Your Business
- Presented by the Ministry of Revenue (MOR)

» Optimizing your Online Presence; SEO and Social Networking Sites for Business
- Presented by rTraction

Tradeshow Pricing

Exhibitor Tables – available only to Small Business Centre clients. The full day conference must be purchased to qualify for a table. Others may inquire about sponsorship.

» 4 ft. table $30.00

» 8 ft. table $60.00

Bridges to Better Business

Limited number of tables, register early!

We cannot guarantee hydro at each table.

Free-standing displays and booths are reserved for sponsors only.

October 21, 2009

Provincial Sponsors

2009 Local Sponsors

BDC - Business Development Bank of Canada

Testimonials

Bridges is the premier small business conference in London. It's the place to be for quality information, great connections and super inspiration! - Jayme CousinsIn House Logic

I have attended 4 Bridges. The seminars were insightful and the guest speakers uplifting. The price is reasonable and the networking component is priceless. - Julie MundaySole Decisions

Networking at my first Bridges resulted in my new company obtaining a significant long term client. - Ron KippThe Franchising Department

2009 Local Supporters

More Testimonials

Bridges opens doors to new associates, friends, mentors and clients. The seminars allow you to investigate, analyze and open your mind to a whole range of new and interesting possibilities for you and your company. - Phil PentecostArioso Consulting

I was really taken with how well things ran. Would tell others often of this Small Business Centre opportunity. - Janice RivardJanice Rivard Consulting

A must for all small business owners. Great networking opportunities, excellent speakers, seminars and breakout groups. I can hardly wait to attend the next conference. - Yvonne HillChartered Accountant

As an entrepreneur, Bridges provided me with access to "mentors" which I may not have met otherwise. It was a professional day of content very relative to growing my business and being successful. - Cathy Brown-SwantonThe Studio Wellness Centre

I have been twice and enjoyed myself greatly. Great speakers, lots of business information and awesome networking. - Pauline HoffmanJust in Time Solutions

More Information About Bridges to Better Business

In celebration of Small Business Week, this annual event, hosted by the London Small Business Centre, is an interactive approach to addressing the various business issues and/or challenges that you, as a business owner, experience on a daily basis. This unique forum will bring together businesses in various stages of development with experienced business owners for an open exchange of ideas, advice and feedback through the guidance of a facilitator.

This event will be run in twenty-eight cities across the province. For the past nine years, the London Small Business Centre has hosted one of the largest and most successful events.

You can choose to participate in a round table discussion with peers and mentors or attend a seminar of your choice. Each discussion group will be limited to approximately 10 people, allowing for in-depth and quality discussions. To ensure that it is a worthwhile and productive discussion group, we have recruited successful business owners to share with you their knowledge and experience. To finish the day, there will be a tradeshow and open networking session for all participants. Total attendance is expected to exceed 300 people.

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Keynote Topic:

5 Things You Need to do NOW in your Business!

Speaker Bio:

Read more about our Keynote Speaker, Rick Spence...

Lunch Speaker: Kendra Gordon Green

Founder of The Little Red Roaster

About the Conference:

The Conference Includes:

Bridges to Better Business

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