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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, October 5, 2012 · 16 In order to support Oakville businesses, we have organized a series of small business week seminars to deal with frequently asked questions: · How do I increase sales? · Is the investment of time and resources in social media worth it? · What is the most effective way to network? · Where do I go for help and expert advice? Monday October 15th at Holiday Inn Oakville Centre, 590 Argus Road, Oakville: 9:30 - 11:00 AM SEMINAR Key Considerations in Selecting Franchise Opportunities Richard Cunningham, Past President of the Canadian Franchise Association for 14 years. Under his leadership, the CFA launched a national consumer maga-zine and directory, as well as the largest trade shows de-voted exclusively to franchising. Richard is currently the president and CEO of the Markham Board of Trade. 11:30 - 1:00 PM SEMINAR Effective Networking: Building Relationships for Success Audie McCarthy, President of the Marrek Group, has a portfolio which includes designing and implementing the sales coaching program at Bell Canada, a recruitment process for positive employee relations, and mentoring corporate training personnel in the design and delivery of courses for sales, customer service, management and interpersonal skills. Tuesday October 16th at Holiday Inn Oakville Centre, 590 Argus Road, Oakville: 9:00 - 10:30 AM SEMINAR Where Do I Go For Help? Starting or expanding your business? Find out what resources are available from these four advisors. They can lead you in the right direction to navigate through resources available for businesses in Halton. BDC, Gerry Hunchak, Partner, Consulting Town of Oakville, Dorothy St.George, Economic Development Oakville Chamber, Marc Tremblay, Membership Development Region of Halton , Robert Manning, Business Consultant 11:00 - 12:30 PM SEMINAR Steve Howse is the President and founder of Millington & Associates Inc; a consulting firm providing service in the areas of facilitation, sales, marketing, communications and governance. Steve is an adjunct professor in the DeGroote School of Business. Selling Strategically Wednesday October 17th at Holiday Inn Oakville Centre, 590 Argus Road, Oakville: 9:00 - 10:30 AM SEMINAR Ask the Experts! A panel of three experts, a lawyer, accountant and banker, with expertise in Small Business will share their experience with you. 11:00 - 12:30 PM SEMINAR Marketing: Beyond Social Media Jonathan runs StrategyCube.com and OurDigitalCoach. com and speaks on internet marketing and social media. The former head of Proctor & Gamble's Internet Marketing Group,Jonathan provides online strategy consulting services to CEOs of small & mid-size GTA firms and has helped clients like Campbell's,World Vision, E&J Gallo Wines. SB Partners LLP, Greg Clarke, Partner, CA Feltmate Delibato Heagle LLP, David Rickards, Lawyer TD Canada Trust, Tom Savoy, Small Business Advisor ®BDC's Small Business Week is a registered trademark of the Business Development Bank of Canada Book a package of 6 seminars and you will be entered into a draw for a prize package valued at $350! Register by Oct. 10, 2012 to be entered. *No purchase necessary* Small Business Week Partners Register today for Small Business Week 2012 Seminar Series. Pre-Registration & Pre-Payment Required Register online: www.oakvillechamber.com $33 to attend 1 seminar or email: carina@oakvillechamber.com $85 to attend 3 seminars Questions? Call Carina Cicero, Events Coordinator · (905) 845-6613 x 205 $99 to attend all 6 seminars HST not included (HST #R107790586)