Speaker:  Jennifer Latham

Jennifer says”  My motto:  You only get one shot at life.  Do it the way YOU Want.”

About Jennifer:
An international leadership coach and trainer, Jen is on a mission to increase the number of women in senior executive roles around the world.  With an incredible track record of sales and team building in the retail industry, Jen trains leaders at all levels of management helping leaders take charge of their careers, make more money and prevent burn-out.

It will be great if you can all come, bring some friends, and network about what you have been doing!

Start:  6:00 PM
End:   9:00 PM
Location:  North China Buffet, Bell Blvd, Belleville

Cost:  $22.00 – NO TAX!
(Email interact payment Question/Answers are What For and Dinner)

Don’t forget to contact Marg quickly to let her know you plan on being with us.

mnewsome@cogeco.ca
Tel:  613-394-1745

 

Employer Information Session
Hosted by Office of the Employer Adviser (OEA) and Province of Ontario

Some highlights of this session include information on:

• Registering with WSIB, & costs involved
• Determining if it was a workplace accident and what to do
• When to report an injury
• Employer obligations and return to work information

Start:  4:00 PM
End:   5:00 PM

Location:
Community Employment Services
54 Dundas Street East
Belleville, ON

Call 613-966-0205 to reserve your seat. Space is LIMITED. 

 

Maximizing your Delegation Skills with Gary MacDonald

Outcomes for the participants:

• Learn the planning and directing skills they need to delegate effectively
• By completing, participants will be able to:

  1. Clearly define performance expectations for job assignments they want to delegate
  2. Identify an appropriate performer by matching their skill to the skill required for the assignment and identify any risks associated with that performer
  3. Prepare a delegation plan tailored to the chosen performer
  4. Clearly communicate expectations and express confidence in the performer
  5. Uncover the performer’s misunderstanding and/or concerns about the assignment
  6. Gain the performer’s commitment to the assignment
  7. Ask the right questions when a task is delegated to them to ensure greater succes

Start:  9:00 AM
End:   4:00 PM

Location: 
Travelodge Hotel
11 Bay Bridge Road, Belleville

Cost: Members – $55 // Non-Profit $65 // Corporate $70
Price includes Course Workbook and Lunch

To register or for more information email info@viq.ca

Our presenters Ruth Gangbar and Christopher Gentile collectively offer more than 50 years of professional experience, providing their own twist to hand-on photography workshops.

You will:

• Learn tips, techniques and principles of photography and design to create seamless, contemporary and unique print and web assets.
• See composition and styling demonstrated using natural light, select props and surfaces.  Learn to use simple tools for shaping and controlling light
• Take part in a hands on, small group tutorial, using your own products.  Learn tips to help create a personal brand.

What you Need to Bring:

• Digital camera (preferably a SLR type) with extra batteries OR an iPhone or iPad
• Tripod recommended
• Laptop optional
• Samples of goods that represent your company

Due to limited space, participants are restricted to a few items only! 

They should be light enough to carry upstairs; small enough to fit on a card-table. 

Start: 9:00 AM
End:   4:00 PM
Location: Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross Street, Picton

REGISTRATION – Limited to 14 participants

Contact:
Grace Nyman, Community Development Coordinator
332 Main Street, Picton
gnyman@pecounty.on.ca
613-476-2148 x 2502

$40 deposit required to secure your seat and will be returned to you at the workshop.
Cancellations must be received by Friday, February 16 by 400PM for a refund.

 

In partnership with The Small Business Centre, PELA CFDC and the Prince Edward County Chamber of Commerce, The County’s Winter Survival Workshops deliver important and relevant training and education to small businesses in Prince Edward County to help them stay competitive.

In this workshop, you will explore the components of any effective marketing plan:

• Pricing your products and services
• Defining your Unique Selling Proposition
• Listing activities to execute your marketing strategy
• Documenting your sales cycle
• Identifying people who can refer customers
• Bundling products for added value
• Pinpointing areas for further development

Start: 9:00 AM
End: 12:00 PM
Location: Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross Street, Picton

REGISTRATION – Limited to 25 participants

Contact:
Grace Nyman, Community Development Coordinator
332 Main Street, Picton
gnyman@pecounty.on.ca
613-476-2148 x 2502

$40 deposit required to secure your seat and will be returned to you at the workshop.
Cancellations must be received by Monday, February 12 by 9:00AM for a refund.

 

In partnership with The Small Business Centre, PELA CFDC and the Prince Edward County Chamber of Commerce, The County’s Winter Survival Workshops deliver important and relevant training and education to small businesses in Prince Edward County to help them stay competitive.

Kevin Savoy, Small Business Owner and Business Coach, brings you essential learning that can lead to success for owners of any small or medium sized business.

Learn from this successful business owner by joining us for this information packed workshop:

• 6 Steps to Building a Better Business
• 5 Ways to Increase Profits and Growth for any Business
• Why Businesses Fail

Start:  10:00 AM
End:     2:00 PM
Location: Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross Street, Picton

REGISTRATION – Limited to 25 participants

Contact:
Grace Nyman, Community Development Coordinator
332 Main Street, Picton
gnyman@pecounty.on.ca
613-476-2148 x 2502

$40 deposit required to secure your seat and will be returned to you at the workshop.
Cancellations must be received by Monday, February 5 by 9:00AM for a refund.

Please bring your own lunch.

 

If you are over 18 years of ages and are thinking of starting or expanding a full time business, you may be eligible for the Starter Plus grant. To qualify your business must fall into one of the three categories listed below:

* Introducing a new product or service
* Create a new process for creating or delivering a product/ service
* Introduce a new market to the region

This grant can provide up to $5,000 to offset expenses and offers training for start ups and business assistance for companies expanding. Additional program benefits include mentoring, workshops, networking, and more.

Start: 11:00 AM
End: 12:00 PM

Location:
Quinte Business Development Centre
284B Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.

If you are over 18 years of ages and are thinking of starting or expanding a full time business, you may be eligible for the Starter Plus grant. To qualify your business must fall into one of the three categories listed below:

* Introducing a new product or service
* Create a new process for creating or delivering a product/ service
* Introduce a new market to the region

This grant can provide up to $5,000 to offset expenses and offers training for start ups and business assistance for companies expanding. Additional program benefits include mentoring, workshops, networking, and more.

Start: 11:00 AM
End: 12:00 PM

Location:
Quinte Business Development Centre
284B Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.

If you are over 18 years of ages and are thinking of starting or expanding a full time business, you may be eligible for the Starter Plus grant. To qualify your business must fall into one of the three categories listed below:

* Introducing a new product or service
* Create a new process for creating or delivering a product/ service
* Introduce a new market to the region

This grant can provide up to $5,000 to offset expenses and offers training for start ups and business assistance for companies expanding. Additional program benefits include mentoring, workshops, networking, and more.

Start: 11:00 AM
End: 12:00 PM

Location:
Quinte Business Development Centre
284B Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.

If you are over 18 years of ages and are thinking of starting or expanding a full time business, you may be eligible for the Starter Plus grant. To qualify your business must fall into one of the three categories listed below:

* Introducing a new product or service
* Create a new process for creating or delivering a product/ service
* Introduce a new market to the region

This grant can provide up to $5,000 to offset expenses and offers training for start ups and business assistance for companies expanding. Additional program benefits include mentoring, workshops, networking, and more.

Start: 11:00 AM
End: 12:00 PM

Location:
Quinte Business Development Centre
284B Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.