The Small Business Centre's Bridges to Better Business  conference was a  huge success on Oct. 22.   This annual event is a unique, one-day learning and networking event packed with great ideas to help entrepreneurs succeed. Attendees made valuable contacts and shared innovative ideas with peers from their own community and the wider business world.  The day featured an informative morning keynote address by Rick Spence,  of PROFIT Magazine ,  an inspiring lunch address by Kendra Gordon Green of The Little Red Roaster,  18 lively roundtable discussions,  3 business building seminars and countless opportunities to network and make new connections.  Entrepreneurs gained valuable information on current business trends and  came away with new ideas and unique solutions. In fact, 94% of attendees stated that they would likely recommend this event to a colleague and the other 6% "may" as well.  Thank you to the many sponsors, supporters, volunteer mentors and facilitators who contributed their time and resources to make this a successful day.  Mark your calendar for Oct. 20, 2010 and plan to join us next year.
 
More than 70 guests enjoyed Networking Wednesday this past week at Williams on Wonderland.  Thank you to Phil and staff for the great hospitality, food & door prizes. Don't miss our annual Holiday Schmoozefest Networking Wednesday on December 2nd at Aroma Restaurant. 
 
Venture London Business Competition  has returned for a second year and is  now  accepting business plan submissions  from new and early growth businesses in London.   Submit an application by Dec. 3 to be invited to an exclusive Venture London  workshop to learn what investors look for in a winning plan . With over $45,000 in cash and prizes to be won, it may be a great opportunity for your venture.