Latest Guide to Small Business Events

Every two weeks we put together a list of key events for small businesses and entrepreneurs. The following Small Business Events Guide contains worthwhile events for those wanting to grow their businesses:

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Women Owned Small Business Procurement ? Moving Forward and Winning Contracts
Huntsville, AL October 26, 2011

This event is designed to help you:

• Hear from experts on Government contracting
• Network with other small business owners
• Learn from authors who specialize in procurement
• Get information about the latest developments, including the new WOSB set aside program.
• Learn crucial strategies to successfully market your business to the Federal government
• Analyze existing marketplace for competition
• Define key market characteristics for your message
• Link strategy with market characteristics

Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) is sponsoring an afternoon our Give me 5 training sessions during the afternoon from 1:30 pm to -4:30pm.

Getting Better Customers
October 26, 2011, Online

Every small business knows that your life blood is your customers, but why do we find it so hard to find and keep good customers? Perhaps it?s the differing perspective between you and your customer about what makes a good customer. In this webinar, you will explore ways:

* To listen to all the surprising ways that your customers are talking to you.
* Show you how to truly understand what is being said and apply it in a way that makes an impact on your business.
* Using what you have learned to plan and say the right things in Social Media and Email Marketing.
* Determine what content you are generating is keeping your good customers and super charging your word of mouth to find you additional good customers.

Building Successful Native American Businesses
October 27, 2011, Bismarck, ND

United Tribes Technical College along with Dartmouth College will hold a workshop for Native American leaders of small and medium businesses around the region.
The three-day retreat, Building Successful Native American Businesses, will run Tuesday to Oct. 27 at the Jack Barden Center at United Tribes.
Information on registration is available at 255-3285, extension 1359.

Media and Entertainment Investing Conference
October 27, 2011, Coral Gables, FL

Sponsored by The Launch Pad at the University of Miami, this conference will cover trends in early-stage investing, the factors that are most important to Investors when they are considering an investment, the best and worst things an entrepreneur can do to get investors? attention, strategies to grow their businesses, additional advice for entrepreneurs and, of course, the best ways to reach these and other investors.

Local University by GetListed.org
November 1, 2011, Western New York

Some of the nation?s leading online marketing experts will be in Ellicottville, NY to offer an intensive crash course in Internet marketing. These 4-hour sessions feature experts such as Web design and search consultant Mike Blumenthal; GetListed.org co-founder David Mihm, a Portland, Ore.-based search engine consultant; Mary Bowling, a search engine specialist and corporate trainer since 2003; Matt McGee, executive news editor for Search Engine Land and an independent online consultant specializing in small businesses; Ed Reese, a Spokane, Wash.-based Internet marketing consultant specializing in organic SEO, local search and analytics; and Cecelia Stewart of Google Places.

This is a purely educational event and no sales pitches will be made. Attendees may sign up for free website reviews by the speakers. Get more details and register. Use code MB2011 for a discount.

Small Business Technology Tour

November 2 ? Atlanta
November 10 ? Chicago

Smallbiztechnology.com is excited to bring you the second annual Small Biz Tech Tour. This event is a full day of information, insight, energy and fun. I?ve got some complimentary tickets for the Mountain View, CA event on Sept 27th ? get them here!

• Attendees will learn:
• How to boost sales with website analytics
• How smart companies are using mobile technology to be more productive
• Why many small businesses are not getting results with social media and what you must do
• How to stop selling and start publishing content for more sales
• Why websites and email marketing are not dead, and how to get the most out of yours
• How local companies are getting more local customers using technology
• How to increase sales by segmenting your customers

Fast Company Innovation Uncensored
November 2, 2011, San Francisco

A mixed agenda format will offer attendees a variety of ways to engage with and employ the innovative ideas that come from the scintillating content and unexpected environment.

The event content is aimed toward anyone who thinks of themselves as an innovative business leader including but not limited to the fields of technology, design, marketing, entertainment, venture capitalism, energy, infrastructure, non-

BlogWorld & New Media Expo
November 3-5, 2011, Los Angeles

BlogWorld & New Media Expo is the first and only industry-wide conference, tradeshow and media event dedicated to blogging, podcasting, social media, social networking, online video, music, Internet TV and radio. BlogWorld conference attendees enjoy more than 120 cutting-edge educational sessions presented by leading bloggers, podcasters and content creators, while the New Media Expo provides the only industry-wide new media marketplace for networking, online business and marketing resources.

Register with the promo code SBTVIP20 to save 20% off any conference pass, or use code SBTVIP50 to save 50% off Expo Passes (which include access to the Exhibit hall as well as all keynotes and parties, just like the conference passes).

Recession Proof Sales Training Seminar
November 7, 2011, Woodridge, Ontario

Recession proof your career with this sales training seminar. You will learn how to increase sales, effective communication, customer retention, marketing strategies and how to attract new customers. Location: Paramount Conference and Event Venue, in Vaughan ? minutes north of Toronto, Ontario.

Social Media Makeover Forum at Digital Atlanta 2011
November 8, 2011, Atlanta

This half-day, innovative business conference will take place during Digital Atlanta 2011 ? a week-long (November 7-11) calendar of events that will focus on the digital and social media scene in Atlanta. The SMB Social Media Makeover Forum will feature three panels of social media experts from leading brands and agencies. These experts will provide advice to three small and mid-sized businesses who will be selected for social media makeovers.

American Express OPEN Teaming USA
November 8, 2011, Phoenix, AZ

Teaming USA is dedicated to helping small business owners find partners and learn the powerful advantages of working together to win government and major corporate contracts.

Business Truths & Treasures: An Evening with Norm Brodsky
November 10, 2011, New York City
November 17, 2011, Washington, DC
November 30, 2011, Atlanta, GA

Join Inc. and Small Business by Marriott for a candid conversation with this one-of-a-kind veteran entrepreneur. During this exclusive engagement, Norm Brodsky will offer us an inside look into his journey, share his philosophies on business, leadership, and growth, and tell us what it takes to really get the job done. Come with your questions and ready to take notes, because there?s no limit to what Brodsky will cover in helping you take your business to the next level.

Digital Marketing World: Email Marketing
November 11, 2011

If your email marketing is coasting along but not delivering the magic it could, it may be time for a tactical tune up. This November, MarketingProfs presents Digital Marketing World: Email Marketing, featuring a line-up of presentations designed to charge up your programs with new ideas and ways to improve your performance.

* How to use deliverability data to improve your efforts
* How to speak to your audience as individuals
* How to bring inactive followers back to life

How to Start a Training or Communication Consulting Business for Under $1200
November 13-15, Hawthorne, NJ

Are you considering starting or expanding your own consulting or coaching business in the fields of employee training or organizational communication / employee engagement? Are you at just the right moment to consider making the move toward building your own business instead of working for someone else?
Attend the HumaNext 2011 event and mention Smallbiztechnology to receive $200 off the registration fee.

SocialCrush
November 14-15, 2011, Washington, DC

SocialCrush is a 2-day, hands-on social media business conference for small to medium size businesses. SocialCrush brings industry leaders from such noted companies as Google, Bing, Facebook, Edelman Digital, just to name a few, who provide everyday businesses the know-how, tips, advice and skills to effectively build business through social channels.

Are You Ready for Walmart?
November 14, 2011, Miami

Getting a product onto the shelves at Walmart could be the biggest thing to ever happen to your business. But with so much at stake, it?s important for you to understand if you are really ready, before investing the time and money in this relationship.

?Are You Ready for Walmart?? workshop is designed to help companies measure their readiness to do business with the world?s largest retailer, then develop a plan. In addition to instruction in the classroom from people who have tremendous experience selling to Walmart, participants will spend time exchanging ideas and information during multiple question & answer sessions.

NY XPO For Business
November 16, 2011, New York City

On November 16th, business leaders from across New York will gather at the world famous Jacob K. Javits Convention Center for the 6th Annual NY Xpo for Business. This highly acclaimed show is expected to draw upwards of 15,000 attendees and over 300 exhibitors as the largest business-to-business marketplace in the region. Free education will be offered throughout the day and will include over 30 quality information sessions covering sales, marketing, advertising, business growth, best business practices, social media and much more!

Future of Entrepreneurship Education Summit

November 17 ? 19, 2011, Washington, DC

The Future of Entrepreneurship Education Summit is the world?s largest, invite-only event that convenes top leaders from the entrepreneurship ecosystem (government, foundations, education, corporations, media, entrepreneur support organizations, and entrepreneurs).

This year?s Summit is being held in Washington, DC during Global Entrepreneurship Week at the US Chamber of Commerce.

Inc. Womens Summit
December 1, 2011, New York City

Join savvy female business leaders and seasoned experts with diverse backgrounds, passions, and pursuits for candid conversation, moving stories, provocative thinking, and workable solutions. Learn the tips, tools, tricks, and traps involved with being a female business owner or entrepreneur as well as identify strategies to move your business to the next level. This gathering will have you inspired and informed by women. Be there

Delivering a Path to Growth
December 1, 2011 6:00pm-9:00pm ? Atlanta, GA
December 6 6:00pm-9:00pm ? Houston, TX
December 13 6:00pm-9:00pm ? San Diego, CA

Join Inc., UPS, and a panel of Inc.5000 executives for a session designed to teach you what tactics you need to hire and sustain growth in your business.

Infusioncon 2012
April 2-4, Phoenix, AZ

Get ready to learn, network and set new ideas in motion! Join hundreds of small businesses from all around the world at InfusionCon 2012, Infusionsoft?s annual user conference, and experience three days of idea sharing and inspiration in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona on April 2-4.

America?s Small Business Summit 2012
May 21-23, 2012, Washington, DC

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce?s annual event?America?s Small Business Summit?unites small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs from across the country to learn, network, and discuss common legislative and management concerns. Past speakers include former President George W. Bush, former General Stanley McCrystal, Small Business Editor of the WSJ Colleen DeBaise, and many more. Attendees help influence our nation?s economic and political agenda by advocating for pro-business policies through the Rally on the Hill portion of the program. The event will take place at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C., on May 21-23, 2012. For more information and important dates, check the Summit website, www.uschambersummit.com.

To find more small business events, contests and awards, visit the Small Business Events Calendar.

If you are putting on a small business event or contest, and want to get the word out, please submit it through our Events & Contests Submission Form (it?s free). Only events of interest to small business people, freelancers and entrepreneurs will be included.

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About the Author

Laura Leites is managing editor of SmallBizTechnology. In addition to writing about technology tools for SMBs, Laura manages the day-to-day operations of Smallbiztechnology.com. She also produces their live and virtual events, including the Taste of Technology Small Business Series.

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