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The Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Denver Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are proud to present the 2009 Business Excellence Forum.
This program is designed for all types of professionals coming from all types of businesses. This summer we will emphasize the importance of social media and networking which will be the theme of this half-day event. From our keynote presentation to our speed networking session, this will be an event that you won’t want to miss!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
1445 Market Street Denver, CO 80202
Keynote Speaker and Lunch 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dr. Audrey Nelson is an internationally recognized trainer, key-note speaker and consultant. She specializes in gender communication, conflict management, dealing with difficult people, communication skill and sexual harassment/discrimination. Nelson will be discussing the different types of generations from the silent generation to the millenniums and what matters most to each generation. She will be reviewing topics including work ethic and how to have better work-life balance. Nelson will weave into her discussion the amazing changes that social media has made to all generation and what may be on the horizon.
Speed Networking
12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
After hearing from out keynote speaker, we wanted to get you REV’ed up and ready for the rest of the Forum with speed networking presented by Marilyn Manning with REV Networking. REV is not your typical “happy hour” networking, rather a unique opportunity to do business with other professionals who are attending the Business Excellence Forum, folks you will be with the rest of the day in class sessions and chatting with after the event. In today’s business climate, it’s more important than ever to have great networking skills.
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Session 1: 2:15 – 3:30 p.m.
CHOICE of…
Social Media 101
Presented by Yvette Francino
Find out how to tap into the minds of experts and to join and build communities that will most benefit you and your business.
Social Networking Etiquette
Presented by Kimberly Lucas
This session will talk about the business value created, the pitfalls and the tremendous business opportunities that can result when you mind your manners online.
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Session 2: 3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
CHOICE of…
Twitter for Business
Presented by Melissa Hourigan This session will include “rules of the road” as well as best practices for using Twitter in your business.
Three Keys to Successfully Leverage Social Networking for your Company
Presented by Bonnie Griffin Kaake This session will help you sort through the pros, cons and options for social networking for your business.
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$35 for Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce members; $55 for non-members *Price includes lunch, networking and up to two additional training sessions. For more information call Kali Hall at 303-620-8027.
