Networking event March 9 celebrates women entrepreneurs by Julia Le Oakville Beaver Staff 13 | Friday, March 4, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Local women entrepreneurs and small business owners are being celebrated as part of International Women's Day. On Wednesday, March 9, Halton Region Small Business Centre is hosting Connect, Teach, Inspire. The annual business networking event is hosted in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure and offers local women entrepreneurs a chance to connect with their peers, learn from each other and provide support through shared experiences and stories of success. Day celebrates achievements "International Women's Day celebrates the social, political, economic and cultural achievements of women around the globe," Keynote speakers Participants will have the opportunity to listen to a keynote address by professional speaker, trainer and coach Carolyne Rashford; take part in an interactive workshop, Invisible to Invincible, presented by business clarity coach Suzanne Longstreet; and hear from two "local spotlight" success stories while having the chance to network with other entrepreneurs. To register or for more information, visit halton.ca/ businesswomen or dial 311. For more information on programs and services offered by the Halton Region Small Business Centre, visit halton.ca/smallbusiness. As distinctive as you are You are unique. Your family is unique. Ask our trusted specialists about personalized options for lasting remembrance, and preserve the memory of one special life forever. Carolyne Rashford stated Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr in a press release. "Halton is committed to helping local entrepreneurs succeed through events like Connect, Teach, Inspire that celebrate achievement and provide networking opportunities to ensure that Suzanne Longstreet our economy continues to thrive now and in the future." The event will be held at the OE Banquet Hall and Conference Centre, 2245 Speers Rd., Oakville, from 7:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Registration costs $35 and includes breakfast. Call today to take the first step: 905-257-1100 Look for us on Facebook glenoaks.ca Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery by Arbor Memorial 3164 Ninth Line (403 & Dundas St.), Miss./Oakville, ON Arbor Memorial Inc. Family Owned. Proudly Canadian. FOR LESS. GUARANTEED. LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE. EVERYONE SAYS SAVINGS. WE GUARANTEE IT. PLUMBING FIXTURES FURNITURE 25%-30% OFF GUARANTEED* HOME IMPROVEMENT APPLIANCES 15%-20% OFF GUARANTEED* FLOORING & TILE 10%-20% OFF GUARANTEED* 20%-30% OFF GUARANTEED* * For full details and current savings percentages, please visit www. directbuy.com/savings-guarantee. What is DirectBuy? We're a buying club that unites hundreds of thousands of savvy shoppers just like you to provide guaranteed minimum savings on nearly everything for your home by eliminating hidden retail markup, and passing these savings on to you. visit our Gallery corner of Bronte & Dundas weekdays 10-5 / Sat 10-2 Ready to learn more? Schedule an Open House Tour Today! Call 905.608.9244 Visit mississauga.directbuy.com MISSISSAUGA 905-827-3331 fasada.ca