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SUMMARY:Managing cash flow to optimize business operations
DESCRIPTION:To navigate the challenges of an ever-changing global economy\, Canadian businesses need to manage their cash flow effectively. This is particularly important when doing international business\, where currency exchange risks and longer payment cycles can pose challenges. Accurate cash flow forecasting can help businesses make informed decisions about investing\, borrowing\, and managing expenses\, enabling them to mitigate these risks and maintain financial stability. \nJoin us live April 20\, 2023 from 1 to \n2 p.m. ET to learn: \n\nBest practices for managing cash flow and preparing for economic uncertainty\nEffective strategies for mitigating risks and financial challenges when doing business internationally\nTips from a successful Canadian company on cash flow management strategies\n\n\n\n\n\nOur panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator  \n\n\n\n\n \nSupun Fernando\nCommercial Accounts Director\nExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nNicolas Fontaine\nSenior business advisor\nBDC Advisory Services\n\n\n \nSandra Filopoulos\nCo-Founder and Vice President of Sales\nFilo Imports Inc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nDecision-makers of Canadian businesses who are looking to improve their financial management skills and optimize their cash flow in a changing economy.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/managing-cash-flow-to-optimize-business-operations/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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SUMMARY:Construction\, Trades and Driving Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Location: WorkBC Capri Centre 107-1835 Gordon Dr\, Kelowna \nThis event is to support the Construction and Trades and Driving sectors. They will be marketing positions such as Transit Operators\, Electricians\, Plumbers\, Warehouse Workers\, HVAC Technicians\, and Carpenters. More info to come.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/construction-trades-and-driving-hiring-event/
LOCATION:WorkBC Kelowna Centre\, 107-1835 Gordon Drive\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 3H4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:HERizons Motivational Minutes: Becoming a Powerful Presenter
DESCRIPTION:If you dread having to create and deliver presentations\, you are not alone. Communication skills are important for success\, no matter the career or job sector. This session will provide insights and strategies to help you prepare and deliver great presentations with confidence and ease. Be inspired to turn your communication skills into one of your greatest assets by overcoming your fear of delivering a presentation. \n  \nThis 30-minute session will focus on how to deliver a strong presentation using effective communication skills. The session includes a 10-minute Q-and-A period at the end. \n  \nIn this session\, you will: \n  \n• learn the most common mistakes presenters make and how to avoid them \n• discover how to prepare and deliver effective presentations \n• gain insights for making a memorable and lasting impact on your audience \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Facilitator \nKaren Dubeau is an experienced entrepreneur and change agent. She founded a successful Ottawa technology firm that pioneered Canada’s SchoolNet\, a national K-12 educational program. A passionate advocate for women in sciences\, technology\, engineering and math (STEM)\, Ms. Dubeau works with youth and women’s organizations to promote careers for women in those fields. She has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs and small businesses in her roles with not-for-profit business associations and regional innovation centres. A seasoned communicator\, Ms. Dubeau delivers presentations to diverse audiences on the topics of disruptive innovation\, collaboration\, building partnerships and smart cities. \nShe is a mentor with the HELIX entrepreneurship program at Seneca College\, working with select startups on their funding and scaling strategies. Ms. Dubeau’s work has been recognized with numerous awards\, including the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the province of Ontario\, Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. \n  \nA recording of this event will be made available to all registrants. \nHERizons is pleased to offer a digital Certificate of Completion to individuals who attend all four virtual workshops in the “Polishing Your Communication Skills” series. Certificates will be distributed after the final workshop of the series.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/herizons-motivational-minutes-becoming-a-powerful-presenter/
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SUMMARY:Career Development Webinar “Leverage the Power of Your LinkedIn Profile”
DESCRIPTION:Join the Victoria Chapter and explore how to create a better first and lasting impression by maximizing the power of LinkedIn. Learn how to use LinkedIn to develop your personal brand\, create valuable content and build a professional profile that will get noticed. \n  \nIncluded in your registration for this event\, you will receive $100 towards a Professional Portrait Session with Julia Loglisci Photography. She is available for travel within Victoria\, Vancouver\, Calgary and Toronto. \n  \nSpeaker Bio \nRobyn Quinn\, APR\, MA\, Fellow CPRS \nFounder and President of Big Bang Communications and retired founding Chair of Island Women in Science and Technology (IWIST)\, Robyn Quinn is a dynamic communications professional with 20 years experience working in education\, research\, technology\, government\, not-for-profit\, association and transportation sectors.  Originally from Nova Scotia\, she developed and delivered award winning public relations and marketing campaigns from coast to coast and is passionate about supporting the growth of women in STEM leadership roles.  Volunteer Victoria recognized her commitment to IWIST with a Leadership Award in 2018 presented by Lt Governor Janet Austen. She loves to share her insights on LinkedIn and is often invited to run workshops across the country. \n  \nA graduate of Royal Roads University (MA Professional Communications) and Saint Mary’s University\, Robyn is a long time accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) and named Fellow in 2018. She was CPRS National President 2004/05. While working at Natural Resources Canada\, in 2008 Robyn co-chaired National Science and Tech Week for BC & Yukon. Although communications is her primary focus\, Robyn is also a certified Change \nManagement Professional\, Public Participation Professional and Scrum Product Owner. \n  \nIn 2015 and in 2020 Robyn was nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.  Robyn is currently on contract as Manager\, Communications and Marketing at St. Margaret’s School\, a girl-centred school with a strategic focus on STEM-X. \n  \n@PR4Science (Twitter and Instagram) \nwww.bigbangcommunications.ca \n  \nJulia Loglischi\, Photographer; Julia Loglisci Photography \nIn 2012\, I graduated from Camosun College in Victoria\, BC\, where I received my Diploma in Communications. Driven towards a career as a broadcast journalist\, it wasn’t until after college where I found myself falling in love with the art of photography. Right after school\, I was hired to write and shoot for a local tattoo and culture lifestyle magazine\, which really kick started my career. I then spent time traveling the world and living in many other big cities\, working and gaining experience as a photographer\, which eventually was the reason why I came back home to Victoria. \nAfter working for the past 10 years as a freelance photographer\, I am now the proud owner of two businesses; Julia Loglisci Photography and Pop Up Wedding Victoria. \n  \nI have been directing my energy towards shooting weddings\, boudoir and lifestyle portraits\, but I also really enjoy shooting real-estate and neighbourhoods for developers. I am proud to call Victoria\, B.C. my home\, where there is no shortage of work and inspiration. I love what I do and I’m very fortunate that I get to pursue my passion as a career. \n  \nCheck out my reviews and portfolio. \n  \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nFounded in 2001\, Women In Leadership Foundation (WIL) delivers inspirational programs that bring women together to collaborate in the development of their leadership skills & creates positive change in the future of women’s leadership. \nLearn more at womeninleadership.ca. \n  \nParticipation is FREE but attendance is limited. Register today.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/career-development-webinar-leverage-the-power-of-your-linkedin-profile/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Leadership Foundation":MAILTO:info@womeninleadership.ca
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SUMMARY:Career Development Webinar "Leverage the Power of Your LinkedIn Profile"
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\n\n\nJoin the Victoria Chapter and explore how to create a better first and lasting impression by maximizing the power of LinkedIn. Learn how to use LinkedIn to develop your personal brand\, create valuable content and build a professional profile that will get noticed. \n  \nIncluded in your registration for this event\, you will receive $100 towards a Professional Portrait Session with Julia Loglisci Photography. She is available for travel within Victoria\, Vancouver\, Calgary and Toronto. \n  \nSpeaker Bio \nRobyn Quinn\, APR\, MA\, Fellow CPRS \nFounder and President of Big Bang Communications and retired founding Chair of Island Women in Science and Technology (IWIST)\, Robyn Quinn is a dynamic communications professional with 20 years experience working in education\, research\, technology\, government\, not-for-profit\, association and transportation sectors.  Originally from Nova Scotia\, she developed and delivered award winning public relations and marketing campaigns from coast to coast and is passionate about supporting the growth of women in STEM leadership roles.  Volunteer Victoria recognized her commitment to IWIST with a Leadership Award in 2018 presented by Lt Governor Janet Austen. She loves to share her insights on LinkedIn and is often invited to run workshops across the country. \n  \nA graduate of Royal Roads University (MA Professional Communications) and Saint Mary’s University\, Robyn is a long time accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) and named Fellow in 2018. She was CPRS National President 2004/05. While working at Natural Resources Canada\, in 2008 Robyn co-chaired National Science and Tech Week for BC & Yukon. Although communications is her primary focus\, Robyn is also a certified Change \nManagement Professional\, Public Participation Professional and Scrum Product Owner. \n  \nIn 2015 and in 2020 Robyn was nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.  Robyn is currently on contract as Manager\, Communications and Marketing at St. Margaret’s School\, a girl-centred school with a strategic focus on STEM-X. \n  \n@PR4Science (Twitter and Instagram) \nwww.bigbangcommunications.ca \n  \nJulia Loglischi\, Photographer; Julia Loglisci Photography \nIn 2012\, I graduated from Camosun College in Victoria\, BC\, where I received my Diploma in Communications. Driven towards a career as a broadcast journalist\, it wasn’t until after college where I found myself falling in love with the art of photography. Right after school\, I was hired to write and shoot for a local tattoo and culture lifestyle magazine\, which really kick started my career. I then spent time traveling the world and living in many other big cities\, working and gaining experience as a photographer\, which eventually was the reason why I came back home to Victoria. \nAfter working for the past 10 years as a freelance photographer\, I am now the proud owner of two businesses; Julia Loglisci Photography and Pop Up Wedding Victoria. \n  \nI have been directing my energy towards shooting weddings\, boudoir and lifestyle portraits\, but I also really enjoy shooting real-estate and neighbourhoods for developers. I am proud to call Victoria\, B.C. my home\, where there is no shortage of work and inspiration. I love what I do and I’m very fortunate that I get to pursue my passion as a career. \n  \nCheck out my reviews and portfolio. \n  \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nFounded in 2001\, Women In Leadership Foundation (WIL) delivers inspirational programs that bring women together to collaborate in the development of their leadership skills & creates positive change in the future of women’s leadership. \nLearn more at womeninleadership.ca. \n  \nParticipation is FREE but attendance is limited. Register today. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/career-development-webinar-leverage-the-power-of-your-linkedin-profile-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Leadership Foundation":MAILTO:info@womeninleadership.ca
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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade - April Business After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, April 20 from 5-7pm at Chamberlain Property Group for a great evening of networking\, local food and drink and some great prizes.\nAdvance registration is recommended.\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nChamberlain Property Group\n\n\nAddress\n525 BC 97\, #200\nWest Kelowna BC V1Z 4C9\, CA\n\n\nStarts\nThu Apr 20 2023\, 05:00pm PDT\n\n\nEnds\nThu Apr 20 2023\, 07:00pm PDT\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-april-business-after-hours/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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