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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade - 21st Annual Key Business Awards
DESCRIPTION:Venue\nThe Cove Lakeside Resort\n\n\nStarts\nThu Feb 23 2023\, 05:30pm PST\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-21st-annual-key-business-awards/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:WorkBC Tourism & Hospitality Hiring Event
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URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/workbc-tourism-hospitality-hiring-event/
LOCATION:WorkBC Kelowna Centre\, 107-1835 Gordon Drive\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 3H4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:OYP Coworking Day @coLab
DESCRIPTION:Grow your network\, meet new people and get out of the house to work with us at Okanagan coLab! \nAbout this event: \nLooking to switch up your work-from-home routine? We’re partnering with the Okanagan coLab to offer you the chance to try a free day of coworking! \nDuring the day\, you’ll experience a taste of coworking\, as well as some of coLab’s events where you can learn\, share and network – and we’ll have a few OYP surprises! \nWhat to expect: \nYou’ll be sitting at a workstation near fellow young professionals\, all working independently – so bring your laptop\, charger\, and any other work you want to do! coLab has a fantastic space with free wifi\, coffee\, and tea\, a kitchen\, and a lounge. \n8 a.m. Doors Open \nCome in anytime and get set up (Psst..you don’t have to come this early\, you are welcome to get those extra zzz’s and join later in the morning)\, Or come check out our monthly coffee social from 8-9 a.m. in Affinity Hall! \n12 p.m. BYOL \nBring your own lunch\, or pick one up from one of the many fantastic local cafes and get to know others from the coworking community. \n5 p.m. – Doors Close \nFinish your day whenever you choose. coLab doors close at 5 p.m. \nThe day will also be filled with delicious snacks and a few surprises! \n____ \nWhy Coworking? \nCoworking is a shared but independent working environment. One of the greatest benefits of coworking is that it provides a wider range of networking opportunities. Other benefits of coworking include: \n\nIncreased productivity\nBoosts creativity\nProvides collaboration opportunities\nOffers greater flexibility\nProvides a sense of belonging and purpose\n\nAbout Okanagan coLab \ncoLab is so much more than just coworking – it’s community and culture! Since 2011\, Okanagan coLab has been supporting new entrepreneurs and inspired creative professionals to work in a new way — through coworking. We are a community of people who choose to work together to make our work\, our lives\, our cities\, and our communities better. \nThe coLab has been home to hundreds of people — helping them find their career paths\, start and grow a business\, and be a part of an amazing community. Being a coworking space means we live through values of Community\, Creativity\, Collaboration\, Productivity\, and Fun. \nAbout OYP Collective \nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission and a hub of resources to help build community and create opportunities for young people. There’s no membership\, and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to join in (i.e. we don’t I.D.) to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/oyp-coworking-day-colab/
LOCATION:Okanagan coLab\, 201-1405 St Paul Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2E4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Coffee Social
DESCRIPTION:Connect with new friends and other young professionals in a casual\, friendly environment at an in-person Coffee Social held in Okanagan coLab‘s lounge this month. \nDrop in anytime from 8 – 9 a.m. to meet great people. \nBeverages and snacks are on us this month! \n\nNot sure if you should come to a Coffee Social? Join us if you are: \n\nNew to town\nBorn and raised in the Okanagan\nA fresh face to the business\nUnder forty\nOver forty (don’t worry\, we don’t i.D.)\nSomeone who needs caffeine to start their day\nLooking to make new friends\, reconnect in the community\, or expand your network\nHungry (did we mention the delicious treats?)\n\nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the COEDC\, and a hub of resources to help attract and retain talent in the region. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to come out and join to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER ON EVENTBRITE
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-coffee-social/
LOCATION:Okanagan coLab\, 201-1405 St Paul Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2E4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Night Out: At The Opera
DESCRIPTION:Check out the incredible art form of opera at this modern\, original performance – join us for special night out with exclusive perks for those who attend as part of our group!  \nWe’ve partnered with Opera Kelowna to offer a special night out at the The Book of My Shames on Friday\, February 17. This performance combines rapid-fire monologues and personal confessions in a cabaret-style performance. It packs a great deal into 90-minutes: the work moves subtly between moments of monologue and music infused with honesty\, pain\, charm and humour. \nOnly 20 tickets available! \n  \nFor OYP Registrants Only:\n\nHang out with a cool group of other young professionals\nDiscounted ticket price (5% off tickets)\nGuaranteed entry to the post-show cocktail hour hosted by Friends of Dorothy\nA free drink at cocktail hour! (must be 19+ and have i.d.)\n\n  \nAbout the Show\nCharismatic Canadian tenor\, writer\, and composer Isaiah Bell guides the audience through the permutations of a life defined by what it’s missing — or\, as he calls it\, ‘The Story of a Hole’. Persistent emptiness of heart drives a young man out from the shadow of a restrictive fundamentalist community\, into obsessive passions for bad men\, and onward to a successful but strangely hollow life on the stage. The story is both intensely personal and a site for asking one of life’s common\, aching questions: How can we find meaning in existence when the goals keep shifting? \nIsaiah’s original score for voice and piano is complemented by violin\, cello\, and percussion ensemble. \nPlease note that this work deals with mature issues. \n  \nSchedule\n6:45 p.m. (optional) Pre-Performance Talk will be presented by Rosemary Thomson\, Music Director for Opera Kelowna \n7:30 p.m. Performance starts and runs until roughly 9:00 pm \nAfter that… Attendees are welcome to join us for a post-show cocktail hour hosted by the fabulous Friends of Dorothy lounge\, in the RCA directly following the performance! (Space is first come first serve\, except for OYP registrants – you’re guaranteed a spot! \n  \nAbout OYP Collective\nThe Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission\, and a hub of resources to help build community and create opportunities for young people. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to join in (ie. we don’t I.D.) to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community! \n  \nHow to Register:\n\nClick the link below to go to the ticketing page\nSelect your tickets\nUse code YPNIGHTOUT to register as part of our group\, get your discount and other perks!\n\nPlease note: by using this promo code you are agreeing to share your name and contact information with Opera Kelowna and Okanagan Young Professionals Collective. We will not use this information to spam you\, but to contact you before the event with instructions of how to meet up with the group.  \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-night-out-at-the-opera/
LOCATION:Rotary Center for the Arts\, 421 Cawston Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6Z1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade - February Business After Hours
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n\nJoin us on Thursday\, February 16 from 5-7pm at Wing’s for a great evening of networking\, local food and drink and some great prizes. \nAdvance registration is recommended. \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nWing’s West Kelowna\n\n\nStarts\nThu Feb 16 2023\, 05:00pm PST\n\n\nEnds\nThu Feb 16 2023\, 07:00pm PST\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-february-business-after-hours/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Running a Business During a Financial Downturn: Tips from Women Who Have Been There
DESCRIPTION:If you’re feeling nervous about the future\, then you’re not alone. The past few years haven’t been easy for many businesses and now economists are forecasting that tough financial times will continue. \nEven if you know a downturn is coming\, how do you plan for it? On February 14\, join us to hear from women business owners who experienced past recessions and have made it out the other side. \nIn this free interactive session\, we’ll talk about survival tactics and answer some key questions\, including: \n\n Why should you plan for financial hardships?\n What can you do when the business slows down?\n What does it mean to pivot?\n Where can you get support for your business?\n\nBy the end of the session\, you will feel more confident about taking charge of the factors you can control\, and understand where you can turn to for support. \nFebruary 14 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Webinar \nOur WeCafés are always free and open to everyone! \nA recording will be available after the session. \nFacilitator: Cathy Burrell\, Entrepreneur in Residence\, WeBC \nPanelists: \n\nTara Black\, WeBC Regional Ambassador and Owner\, Origin Gluten-Free Bakery\nSherry Moir\, WeBC Mentor and Realtor\, RE/MAX LifeStyles Realty\nPaula Veenema\, Owner/Director\, The Spa Magnolia
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/running-a-business-during-a-financial-downturn-tips-from-women-who-have-been-there/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Blogging to Promote Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Building a Content Strategy with Blogs \nCourse Description\n\nBlogging allows a business to easily create and share valuable and relevant content with their target audience. Whether it’s blogging\, social media or newsletters\, content marketing is critical for entrepreneurs looking to promote their business in a budget-conscious manner. \nJoin Ashley “WriterGal” Doan\, Writergal Marketing Services\, and learn how to increase visitors to your site organically and keep them there longer by publishing great content. Takeaways from this interactive session include a workbook containing a content calendar\, a content recycling planner\, blogging tools and more to help you create a content strategy that will be easy execute. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nFive keys to writing for the internet and your audience\nTime-saving strategies to save time and effort\nHow to create eye-catching headlines\nWays to incorporate blogging into your content marketing strategy\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nAshley “WriterGal” Doan\n\n\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here. \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/blogging-to-promote-your-buisness/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Loans Process for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:How to create a successful loan application for an Indigenous-owned business\nCourse Description\n\nAccording to a recent report\, Indigenous business ownership is increasing at five times the rate of non-Indigenous businesses. Despite this explosive growth\, many Indigenous entrepreneurs still face challenges in securing the loans they need to start and grow their business. If you’re an Indigenous entrepreneur\, knowing where to apply\, and what to include in your application\, will make all the difference in creating a successful loan application. \nJoin representatives from Community Futures Network of British Columbia and Indigenous Business Development Services for this informative webinar as we share information on navigating the loans process. You’ll discover where to get support and how to access loans\, we’ll review loan applications to gain crucial insights\, and we’ll share key tips on what lenders are looking for. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nThe core elements of a loan application and key inclusions for successful applications\nWhere you can access loans and best options for your business\nReview loan applications and identify successful applicants\nCommunity Futures around BC\, what they do and how to connect with them\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\nMike Racz\n\nRocio Zielinski\n\n\n\n\n\nShannon Smith\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here. \nThis webinar is brought to you in partnership with Indigenous Business Development Services.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/navigating-the-loans-process-for-indigenous-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Tools and Resources for Small Business: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Tips for Tackling Stress and Uncertainty in the Workplace \nCourse Description\n\nIn recent years\, the conversation around mental health has changed in a positive manner. Topics like stress\, burnout and anxiety have become key issues for companies\, with leaders needing to understand the mental health issues their staff are facing. \nAs a small business owner\, you may not have dedicated HR resources to rely upon and you may feel ill-equipped to address these challenges. This is why Amenda Kumar from WorkSafeBC is on hand to provide practical resources and tools you can apply at minimal cost. \nJoin us for this insightful webinar and gain an understanding of how you can tackle stress and uncertainty in the workplace. You’ll discover the warning signs to look out for in your team\, along with constructive ways you can intervene in instances of stress\, burnout\, or mental illness in the workplace. You’ll leave equipped with the resources and know-how needed to identify and cope with mental health issues in your workplace. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nDefining stress\, burnout\, and mental health / illness in the workplace context\nIdentify key resources every small business leader needs\nIdentify signs of stress or burnout in your team\nHow to intervene\, cope\, and make work accommodations at little or no cost\nIdentify strategies for building individual resilience\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nAmenda Kumar\n\n\n\nThis webinar will take place via Zoom. Instructions to join our Zoom meeting will be sent to you two hours in advance. \nPlease note: all webinar participants will also receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. \n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/mental-health-tools-and-resources-for-small-business-part-1/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade: February Business After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, February 9 from 5-7pm at Wing’s for a great evening of networking\, local food and drink and some great prizes. \nAdvance registration is recommended. \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nWing’s West Kelowna\n\n\nStarts\nThu Feb 9 2023\, 05:00pm PST\n\n\nEnds\nThu Feb 9 2023\, 07:00pm PST\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-february-business-after-hours-2/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:How to Drive More Traffic to Your Website
DESCRIPTION:Search Engine Marketing and Analytics for Your Website \nCourse Description\n\n93% of online experiences begin with a search engine. Understanding how to improve your visibility in Google and other search engines is crucial for driving traffic to your website. Learn free online tools to find out who your website visitors are\, what they’re searching for\, and how you can get more visitors and paying customers. \nThis webinar will provide you with an overview of the digital ecosystem including search engines and analytics. Join our digital marketing expert Warren Thompson\, Co-Founder of Ollo Metrics as he helps you learn who your customers are and how they find you online. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nThe steps to setting up your Google Analytics account (free checklist provided)\nFree methods to learn more about your customers with real data\nHow to find your “rock star” products\, services\, or staff that are attracting visitors\nWays to figure out your competitors’ marketing strategy and use it to your advantage\nLearn what search terms your visitors are using and better target people like them\nImprove user experience by removing confusing pages or poor navigation design\nTips on improving your website’s ranking on search engines for search engine optimization (SEO)\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nWarren Thompson\n\n\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/how-to-drive-more-traffic-to-your-website/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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UID:4043-1675774800-1675782000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Creating a Website for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Make Your Own Website\nCourse Description\n\nThinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar to Shopify\, Wix and Squarespace\, WordPress offers a free-to-install\, flexible and simple interface to make the most of your business website. \nJoin Simon Rai\, Raize Digital\, and take an interactive step-by-step tour of WordPress and leave with a basic website of your own. Getting started is easier than you think on this user-friendly platform that will empower you to tell the world about your small business. In this webinar\, we’ll also briefly examine some of the more popular alternatives to WordPress. \nTemporary WordPress sites will be made available to participants who sign up three business days prior to the session. These sites are meant for practice use and we will be pausing briefly for clients to get a sense of where functions are located. A basic proficiency in navigating computers\, websites\, and browsers is highly recommended. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nKnow what to look for when selecting a web host\nHow to install a WordPress theme\nHow to edit your website content\nGetting started on adding media such as images\, video and audio to your site\nHarnessing the power of widgets\, plug-ins and theme settings\nA brief introduction to WordPress alternatives\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nSimon Rai\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here.\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/creating-a-website-for-your-business/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Okanagan College 15th Annual Business Expo & Employment Fair
DESCRIPTION:Connecting you to your future employees \nOkanagan School of Business and the Student\, Graduate and Co-op Employment Centre is excited to be hosting our 15th Annual Business Expo and Employment Fair on Feb. 1\, 2023 at our Okanagan College KLO Kelowna Campus. This popular event connects you and your business with the College’s skilled students\, both soon-to-be graduates and students with a year or more left of studies. The Business Expo & Employment Fair is also an opportunity for students from all programs to meet you and learn about your business\, educating them on future career paths and potentially directing the focus of their academic studies as they finish their program. \nFor more information and registration info please go to https://www.okanagan.bc.ca/business-expo.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/okanagan-college-15th-annual-business-expo-employment-fair/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:UDI Okanagan Luncheon - Everything is Going to be Alright!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Andrew Ramlo’s humorous and data-driven perspective on a range of issues influencing the industry in the Okanagan \nBy UDI Okanagan \nDate and time: Tue\, 31 January 2023\, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM PST \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort 1310 Water Street Kelowna\, BC V1Y 9P3 \n  \nOne year after his 2021 “Change is Our Only Constant” presentation\, UDI is happy to welcome Andrew Ramlo back to Kelowna to hear his thoughts on what seems to have been a year characterized by even faster change. \nJoin us for Andrew’s humorous and data-driven perspective on a range of issues influencing the industry in the Okanagan from inflation and mortgage rates to a return to historically low unemployment rates\, new immigration policy\, and even some tidbits from the Census.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/udi-okanagan-luncheon-everything-is-going-to-be-alright/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Grow your business with mergers and acquisitions
DESCRIPTION:Thu\, January 26\, 2023 \n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nDiscover the value of mergers and acquisitions and how you can use this strategy to help your business enter international markets—without all the heavy-lifting of building your own overseas networks. \nYou’ll also discover how an M&A can be used as an attractive exit plan option for businesses and the potential of leveraging your company’s current assets to gain additional profits at the end of its lifecycle\, no matter its size. \nJoin us live on Thursday\, Jan. 26\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn about: \n\nHow to plan a merger and acquisition strategy as well as the process your company will need to follow\nHow to identify a list of companies that are ready to be acquired based on your merger and acquisition strategy\nHow to manage reputational risks when merging and/or acquiring a foreign company\nHow to leverage legal counsel to draft the proper purchase agreements and acquisition contracts including assets purchasing agreements for a smooth and comprehensive international deal\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Panel\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n \nMélanie Carter\nDistrict Manager | Small Business\, Quebec & AtlanticExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n \nMichael Reid\nSenior Financing ManagerExport Development Canada\n\n \nKaren Hennessey\nPartnerGowling WLG\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nAll Canadian businesses looking to learn how to conduct a merger and acquisition\, M&A best practices\, and what financial solutions can support them in their journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/grow-your-business-with-mergers-and-acquisitions/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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SUMMARY:Business Mapping: Developing a Smart Business Model
DESCRIPTION:Mastering the Business Model Canvas\nCourse Description\n\nStruggling with the complexities of a business plan? Business mapping helps to deconstruct the formal elements of a business plan\, simplifying a lot of the information into bite-sized pieces. It covers the same aspects as a more traditional business plan\, without going into as much granular detail. \nJoin John Baxter\, Small Business BC as he provides you with a lean start-up canvas for developing a new business that segments your potential enterprise into nine easy to understand chunks. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nLearn how to evaluate your business idea\nUnderstand the key areas of a successful business model\nDiscuss your business viability through practical workshopping\nHow to map your business out on a worksheet\nClarify types of business structures and requirements\nThe different financing options available for your new venture\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nJohn Baxter\n\n\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here. \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/business-mapping-developing-a-smart-business-model/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230119T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T173000
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SUMMARY:TAC Talks with executive chef and culinary expert Christine Couvelier
DESCRIPTION:Jan. 12: TAC Talks with executive chef and culinary expert Christine Couvelier. Join Christine Couvelier to discuss the importance of being informed about key market influences and up to date on global food trends. \nJoin us to hear Christine Couvelier\, Culinary Trendologist and President of Trendi\, explain how being informed about key market influences\, as well as being up to date on global food trends are the cornerstones of any food and beverage business. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/tac-talks-with-executive-chef-and-culinary-expert-christine-couvelier/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Accelerate Okanagan's New Year Kick Off is back (to the future)!
DESCRIPTION:Accelerate Okanagan’s New Year Kick Off is back (to the future)! \n#OKGNtech\, it’s been too long! We can’t wait to celebrate the new year with you at this time-travel-inspired event. Our New Year Kick Off (NYKO) is all about creating valuable memories with our growing #OKGNtech community. Join us in raising our glasses to appreciating the past\, and celebrating the future. \nWho Should Come? \nIf you’re willing\, you’re welcome! Entrepreneurs\, technology enthusiasts\, investors\, and supporters of OKGNtech looking to connect\, NYKO is for you. \nEvent Details: \n\nThursday\, Jan 12\, 2023\nBNA Brewing Co. & Eatery\n6:00pm – Late\n\nTicket Includes: \n\nDrink Ticket & Standing Dinner\nDJ & Dance Floor\nUnlimited Bowling & Bocce\nPortrait Studio and more!\n\nAttire Suggestion: \nWe love a guest that dresses for the part! Think acid-washed jeans\, puffer vests\, and parachute pants… But really\, are there any rules when time travel is possible?! \nThis event is 19+. Please bring ID & drink responsibly. \nLocation: BNA Brewing Co \n1250 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, BC \nDate & Time: Thursday\, January 12th from 6pm – Late \nEvent tickets: nyko2023.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/accelerate-okanagans-new-year-kick-off-is-back-to-the-future/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230112T103000
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UID:4037-1673519400-1673524800@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Tips for 2023
DESCRIPTION:Top 10 DIY Lead Generation Tools for Your Business\nCourse Description\n\nAs agile small businesses\, we are constantly learning new ways to adapt to an ever-changing world. Some of these include emerging digital marketing and lead generation trends to help us reach more customers. \nJoin our Digital Marketing Expert\, Ted Lau as he shares valuable DIY tips for digital marketing in the new year. Ted is the owner of an award-winning digital marketing agency\, Ballistic Arts Media Studios. Ted will cover SEO\, e-commerce\, social media platforms and more. \n\n\n\nWhat Will I Learn?\n\nHow to effectively target top funnel keywords into leads\nHow to improve online purchase experiences from prospective customers\nHow to engage with your leads authentically on your social platforms\nWhat it means to be “meta” and what you need to watch out for in 2023\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nTed Lau\n\n\n\nSmall Business BC’s webinars are delivered online via Zoom. All webinar participants will receive access to a recording for seven days after the live session. For instructions on how to optimize your Zoom setup\, click here.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/digital-marketing-tips-for-2023/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business BC":MAILTO:askus@smallbusinessbc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221208T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221208T000000
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CREATED:20221209T043439Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide to Importing Raw Materials for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You have an idea for a great product\, and you’d like to make it in Canada\, but you can’t source all the raw materials you need from within Canada. Have you considered importing them? \nIf you’re new to importing\, the idea can be intimidating: where can you get the materials\, what are the regulations\, how do you protect your money and how do you get them here? \nOn December 13\, join WeBC Business Advisor Archana Samtani Singhania for a conversation with women business owners who import materials or packaging for their products. \nYou will learn: \n\nHow to identify and source raw materials for importing\nThe difference between regulated vs. non-regulated imports\nCommon mistakes to avoid when it comes to contracts\, duties and shipping costs\nWhen and where to seek help\n\nJoin us for this free session to ask your questions and learn how you can make informed decisions about importing. \nDecember 13 | 10am to 11am PT | Free Webinar \nOur WeCafés are always free and open to everyone! \nA recording will be available after the live session. \nFacilitator: Archana Samtani Singhania \, WeBC Business Advisor \nPanelist: \n\nAllison Boulton\, Founder\, Aslin Beer Co.\nToni Desrosiers\, Founder & CEO\, Abeego\n\nAbout the Panelist\nAlison Boulton\nSustainability Advocate #EnviroAlley\, International Trade Advisor\, SME Mentor \nAfter living in China and the Middle East for three years\, Allison returned to Vancouver to work as an International Trade Advisor with Small Business BC\, and started her own firm assisting entrepreneurs grow globally. While abroad\, she completed her MBA and worked as the China Director of Marketing and Trade Sales with an importer and distributor of North American beverages. Prior to moving overseas\, Allison was the Director of Operations for a boutique Canadian winery with exports to over 20 countries. \nHer enthusiasm for travel and for understanding how people live around the world has led her to explore over 30 countries. She uses this experience to help clients understand\, not only the regulations of international trade\, but also the country’s cultural differences that are so vital for businesses looking to succeed in the global marketplace
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/beginners-guide-to-importing-raw-materials-for-your-business/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220930T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220930T170000
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SUMMARY:Test Event
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URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/test-event/
LOCATION:BC
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CREATED:20220901T053906Z
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UID:637-1664265600-1664298000@www.investkelowna.com
SUMMARY:Test Event Number Two
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URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/test-event-number-two/
LOCATION:BC
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