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SUMMARY:Grow Your Food Business
DESCRIPTION:2023 Workshops Are Open! \nAll workshops are online from 9am – 3pm. \n4 dates to join: Wednesday\, June 28; Thursday\, September 7; Friday\, October 20; and Monday\, December 4. \n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nIf you’re starting a new food and beverage business\, the Grow Your Food Business workshop is essential to keeping your business out of the weeds and growing to success. \nYou have a great idea or product\, but before you dig into business\, ask yourself these questions: \n\nCan I scale it up?\nAre my margins high enough?\nAm I certain the market will accept my product?\nWhat are the true costs of starting a successful food business?\nDo I understand the labeling rules and regulations?\n\nIf you’re feeling overwhelmed and you don’t have all of the answers\, don’t let that discourage you. Register for our one-day Grow Your Food Business workshop to understand your product’s true potential and know your metrics for success. \nWe’ll cover: \nBusiness planning\nFinancial planning\nMarket access\nProduct development\nDistribution\nTrade\, consumer & digital marketing
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/grow-your-food-business-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Good to Grow":MAILTO:info@goodtogrowproducts.com
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SUMMARY:Kelowna Chamber 2023 Board Holiday Social & Quarterly General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board wants to celebrate with you! Join the Kelowna Chamber Board of Directors for an evening of holiday cheer at Metro Hub\, Kelowna’s newest event venue. At 4:30pm\, Board Committee Chairs will provide a brief update of their committee’s progress in 2023. \nThe Quarterly update will be followed by a holiday mixer hosted by the Kelowna Chamber Board. We are proud to have our Commerce ConneX series sponsor Canadian Western Bank joining us for an evening of fun. \nRemember to bring your business cards and get ready to connect with the Okanagan’s business community. \nAges 19+ \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 5 business days prior to the event. \nAll membership networking vouchers must be redeemed online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nCommerce ConneX Regular Rate\nDec 04\, 2023\n\n\n$20.00\n\n\n\nCommerce ConneX Member Discounted Rate\nDec 04\, 2023\n\n\n$10.00\n\n\n\nComplimentary Commerce ConneX e-voucher (Value $10)\nDec 04\, 2023\n\n\n$0.00\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kelowna-chamber-2023-board-holiday-social-quarterly-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Metro Hub
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade Mingle & Jingle Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Mingle & Jingle Holiday Lunch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a festive 3 course lunch full of good food\, great company and holiday cheer. \nDress up in your favorite festive sweater\, vest or tie. \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nKelly O’Bryan’s\n\n\nStarts\nThu Dec 7 2023\, 12:00pm PST\n\n\nEnds\nThu Dec 7 2023\, 01:30pm PST\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-mingle-jingle-lunch/
LOCATION:Kelly O’Bryans – West Kelowna\, 3470 Carrington Road\, West Kelowna\, BC\, V4T 3V1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Westside Board of Trade":MAILTO:admin@gwboardoftrade.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T140000
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SUMMARY:Global Economic Outlook: How to prepare for 2024
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for the global market challenges expected in 2024? \nThe world is changing fast\, and so are the opportunities and risks for Canadian businesses. Weak global demand and an unstable North American economy may require you to adapt\, innovate and make tough choices. To succeed\, you’ll need to be prepared for the uncertainties and volatility ahead. \nWe can help you prepare. Join us live on Thursday\, Dec. 7\, 2023 from 2 to 3 p.m. ET\, to learn: \n\nThe updated outlook for Canada’s economy next year\nThe biggest risks facing Canadian exporters in 2024\nWhat you can do to prepare your business to face these challenges\nThe most effective strategies for minimizing your international export risks
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/global-economic-outlook-how-to-prepare-for-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Export Development Canada":MAILTO:https://www.edc.ca/
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SUMMARY:Tech the Halls
DESCRIPTION:About the Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvantage\, Accelerate Okanagan\, The Innovation Centre\, Spaces\, and OYP Collective have teamed up to host Tech the Halls!  \nWe’re excited to come together and celebrate with the incredible community here in the Okanagan. Don’t miss out! There will be food\, drinks\, and live music. Ugly holiday sweaters are encouraged! We’ll wrap up the night with OYP Collective’s annual\, and always hilarious\, Jingle Mingle Ugly Sweater Fashion Show! Participation is optional\, sign up at the event to strut your stuff! \nWe will also be collecting items for our friends at the Central Okanagan Foodbank. If you are able\, we welcome you to make a donation when you purchase your tickets or bring a non-perishable to the event. \nWho Should Come? \nIf you’re willing\, you’re welcome! We encourage business professionals\, entrepreneurs\, Innovation Centre tenants\, students\, and anyone looking to connect with folks in the Okanagan tech and business community to come out for an evening of festive fun. \nTickets include: Two drink tickets\, light bites from Gather Restaurant. Additional drinks are available for purchase. \nThis event is 19+. Please bring ID\, drink responsibly and plan for a safe ride home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/tech-the-halls/
LOCATION:The Innovation Centre
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SUMMARY:Overcome Your Resistance and Embrace Virtual Networking
DESCRIPTION:Love it or hate it\, virtual networking is here to stay. If you’re a business owner\, networking is critical to growing your business; in fact\, 73% of women entrepreneurs we surveyed say access to new networks is essential to their success. \nVirtual networking can be an effective way to save time and reach new markets. So how do you ensure you make valuable connections without feeling like a salesperson? \nOn December 13\, join us for a WeCafé with networking expert and life coach Sue Maitland PCC who will share the secrets to successful virtual networking. She’ll share how to: \n\nReframe your limiting beliefs about networking\nLearn the basics of virtual networking\nApproach networking with a plan\nHold meaningful conversations that find mutual benefits and go beyond small talk\nFollow up in a way that adds value\n\nJoin us to ask your networking questions of Sue\, and connect with other women entrepreneurs! \nWednesday\, December 13 | 10am to 11am | Free Virtual WeCafé \nOpen to everyone! \nFacilitator: Danielle Andrews\, Outreach Officer \nPanelist: Sue Maitland\, ICF Accredited Life Coach and Networking Expert
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/overcome-your-resistance-and-embrace-virtual-networking/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Member 101
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 13\, 2023 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM PST\n\n\nKelowna Chamber of Commerce\n544 Harvey Avenue\nKelowna\, BC V1Y6C9\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a member of the Kelowna Chamber there are many opportunities for you and your business. However\, learning to navigate and take advantage of those opportunities can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming. \nJoin us for a introductory seminar to meet the Kelowna Chamber team and understand what’s available and how you can get the most out of your membership. \nLearn about: \n\nMembership benefits and discounts\nPolicy & Advocacy work\n Events\nAdvertising opportunities\nNavigating our website so you can easily book events and find what you are looking for\n\n\nThis is a complimentary session for any Kelowna Chamber Members. Pre-registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember 101 (Members Only – Complimentary)\nDec 13\, 2023\n\n\n$0.00\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kelowna-chamber-of-commerce-member-101-4/
LOCATION:Kelowna Chamber of Commerce\, 544 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6C9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelowna Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:hello@kelownachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T170000
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SUMMARY:Greater Westside Board of Trade - December After Hours
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URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/greater-westside-board-of-trade-december-after-hours/
LOCATION:The Cove Lakeside Resort\, 4205 Gellatly Rd\, West Kelowna\, BC\, V4T 2K2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Westside Board of Trade":MAILTO:admin@gwboardoftrade.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T070000
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SUMMARY:HoliYAY 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 at Third Space Coffee. \nDrinks and snacks are available for purchase through Third Space. \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 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!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/holiyay-young-professional-coffee-social/
LOCATION:Third Space Coffee\, 1708 Dolphin Ave Unit #103\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 9S4\, Canada
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