Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

SCORE Seminars at the Chamber: Website Fundamentals 11/24/2009 8:30 AM - 11/24/2009 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:43:30 GMT

Learn:

Web Site fundamentals for business owners;
Elements of good Web Site design;
Marketing you Web Site;
Q & A with panel of experts

The Seminar will cover:

Getting started- what the owner needs to know and decide when hiring a web developer;
Key components of a good web page design - Navigation, layout, color schemes, graphics and fonts;
Marketing your site- How to both construct your site to improve its ranking on Google, Yahoo, and MSN;
The external collaborative marketing tactics to facilitate clients finding you.

Speakers:

Lowell Bowie, former President/Owner of Cook Screen Technologies
Lee Penn, former President/Owner of DLP, Inc a computer systems business
John Vinturella, PhD, former President/Owner - building supply distributer
Industry Guest Co-presenter: Carmen Krupar, President, Web Advisor of Cybervise Limited

Bonus Session

SCORE Focus

The focus of the SCORE Seminars is to help new Small Business Owners and start up companies to learn the basics of setting up and running a business. The seminars are presented by SCORE counselors who have “been there” as successful business owners and executives. After the sessions the counselors are available to set up free one-on one sessions for participants who want further assistance.

Register Today!

$30 Northern Kentucky Chamber Members
$40 Future Members
$50 At the Door

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds for cancellations after 11/22/09.

Business After Hours: A Fabulous Thank You! 12/1/2009 5:00 PM - 12/1/2009 7:00 PM

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:06:07 GMT

We want to thank you, our fabulous networkers with a fabulous event! You are invited to shop at 20% off in the showroom and view a fashion show of the latest products on TUESDAY, December 1st. There will also be a Warehouse Sale behind the showroom which includes overstocks, discontinued styles, etc. marked 50-80% off. The 20% off also applies to Warehouse Sale items. Fabulous-Furs is an international leader in the world’s finest faux furs. Get your holiday shopping done early and work on your networking skills! You will also have an opportunity to win a Fabulous-Faux Fur Throw (valued at $349). Complimentary appetizers, beer and wine will be provided by the Madison Event Center.

How many people are signed up? 20 limited to 150.

Cost: $5 Chamber Members; $10 Future Members

Do you have a member coupon? Simply fill in the For More Information with the attendee name and company and we will get you signed up!

NKITA Trade Education Seminars - Global Business Basics: What You Should Know 12/1/2009 7:30 AM - 12/1/2009 1:30 PM

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:39:51 GMT

AGENDA

7:30-8:15 a.m.	Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15-8:30 a.m.	Welcome & Introductions Dr. Stephen Mueller, Director of IBC
8:30-9:15 a.m.	Exporting Basics. Getting Started: What You Should Know Pete Healy, Crowbar Marketing
9:15-9:30 a.m.	NETWORKING BREAK
9:30-10:15 a.m.	International Logistics James Min, VP Int’l Trade Affairs & Compliance of DHL Express
10:15-10:30 a.m.	NETWORKING BREAK
10:30-11:15 a.m.	International Financial Considerations Steven Bastin, VP Global Banking of PNC Bank (invited)
11:15-11:30 a.m.	Closing Remarks Dr. Stephen Mueller, Director of IBC
11:30-12:00 p.m.	Luncheon Registration & Networking Break
12:00-1:30 p.m.	Keynote Luncheon Address Margaret van Gilse, bioLOGIC Corp.

About NKITA

The Northern Kentucky International Trade Association, a program of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, is over 1,100 members strong. NKITA’s mission is to promote international trade and advocate business positions on trade through meetings, programs and events. NKITA is affiliated with the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, International Trade Division and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Assistance Center. For more information on NKITA visit www.nkita.wordpress.com.

Register Today!

$15 Lunch Only Reservation
$25 Lunch and Breakfast Reservation

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds for cancellations after 11/29/09.

Marketing Sponsors

Getting The Most From Your Chamber Membership 12/2/2009 3:30 PM - 12/2/2009 5:00 PM

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:03:04 GMT

Plan to attend A 90 minute FREE reception to discover how you can make the most of your Chamber membership investment. You will have the chance to meet other business owners and managers like yourself, learn more about the work of the Chamber and how to get involved. *Bring 50 brochures and/or pamphlets with your business cards to share with attendees to begin promoting your business. This program is interactive and allows time for meeting others. A drawing for ¼ page Business Journal ad will be held.

Accessing KY Training Dollars 12/3/2009 8:00 AM - 12/3/2009 9:00 AM

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:03:36 GMT

The importance of workforce training has never been greater. As companies think globally, it’s imperative that Kentucky’s workforce be the very best it can be to remain competitive and provide good jobs for its citizens. This important workshop will offer you insight on how to utilize state grant monies for workforce training. One of the programs that will be discussed is KY WINS, whose goal is to provide high level technical skills training to new and existing businesses and industries. Attendees will also hear about the Bluegrass State Skills Corporation, an organization that plays a significant role in keeping Kentucky’s business and industry competitive in the global economy by assisting them in providing the necessary training for thir workforce.

Free to Chamber Members.

Workplace Wellness Practitioners Group 12/3/2009 8:00 AM - 12/3/2009 9:00 AM

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:58:58 GMT

The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite HR professionals and others responsible for employee wellness to participate in an informal peer networking group to share challenges and successes in developing and implementing wellness in the workplace. Whether you have had a wellness program in place for years, or you are just envisioning one, please join us.

The topic for this meeting will be How to Keep Costs Down.

There is no charge to participate.

The invitation is intended for individuals directly responsible for developing programs and plan design; no product vendors please. Chamber members only.

Leasing 101 12/3/2009 11:30 AM - 12/3/2009 1:00 PM

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:25:36 GMT

Presenters: Joshua Gerth, Vice President of Jones Lang LaSalle and Brian Leonard, Vice President of Jones Lang LaSalle

When it comes to overhead and expenses, typically the number 2 cost under payroll and benefits is your rent. Whether times are booming or busting, having a handle on your operating costs can be a critical component to your bottom line. Often a misconception is that only businesses that own their office or warehouse space have the flexibility to change it. However, you can make your lease work for you!!!

In this seminar, we will explore the in’s and out’s of leasing space and help you answer some of the most common questions related to leasing. How does my lease stack up to the market? When should I renew my lease? How can I protect myself in a lease? What are my options? This interactive seminar will explore these and other leasing strategies.

Cost: $15 Chamber Members; $30 Future Members (includes lunch)

ACUE Lunch Buddy Program 12/4/2009 11:30 AM - 12/4/2009 12:30 PM

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:11:08 GMT

Signups for the ACUE Lunch Buddy program now open to all Legacy members*! Monthly program will take place at St. Augustine school at 1840 Jefferson Avenue in Covington on Fridays from 11:40 a.m. – 12:25 p.m. The program is designed to be an informal way for 4th and 5th graders at St. Augustine to have positive experiences with young professionals. Participants will eat lunch with the students and then play games or read books at recess. This is your chance to make a positive, direct impact in a child’s life!

Cost: $1.50 for lunch, it is exactly as you remember it as a kid!

*PLEASE NOTE: Virtus training is required for all Legacy/ACUE volunteers. If you have taken the training in the past, please click Information Request with your full name and parish name (if applicable) so we can submit that information to ACUE.

There are Virtus trainings going on often throughout Northern Kentucky, listed on the Covington Diocese website: http://www.covingtondiocese.org/index.cfm/NewsItem?ID=101471&From=Home.

Eggs 'N Issues: Staying Up in Down Times 12/8/2009 7:15 AM - 12/8/2009 8:45 AM

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:49:14 GMT

Humor And Optimism for the Holidays

We will laugh as we learn to create optimistic attitudes, and actions, at a time when negativity abounds. We will learn to use our sense of humor to overcome the fear of failure, find balance, and lighten up so we can experience more joy. We will learn how using positive humor is an emotionally intelligent way to build relationships, and create an emotionally healthy work environment.

This SERIOUSLY FUNNY program will entertain, enlighten, and empower us to:

Be more optimistic – laugh more and stress less.
Choose the positive behaviors that influence productivity.
Reframe setbacks and challenges into opportunity.
Lighten up to create a more fun, rewarding, emotionally healthy and effective work environment.
Celebrate successes to create enthusiasm.
Manage personal stress and negative feelings.
Embrace change.

BIO

A well-developed sense of humor is essential for success in our high stress, ever changing, and demanding world of higher business. John Wagner has made humor his business, his SERIOUSLY FUNNY business. John is a humorist and professional speaker who has helped thousands across the USA laugh and learn to use humor and optimism to thrive in our challenging times. His client list includes P&G, GE, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Sara Lee, IBM, IRS, Honda, Toyota, Fidelity Investments and numerous schools and associations. John has real world experience using the management and therapeutic value of humor as a licensed clinical counselor, reality therapist, college faculty member, and former college Dean of Students at Cincinnati State. John Wagner is Seriously Funny, and he provides FUN-damentals for our success.

Cost: $15 Chamber Members; $20 at the door; $30 Future Members

Do you have a member coupon? Simply fill in the For More Information with the attendee name and company and we will get you signed up!

E30 Network 12/8/2009 7:30 AM - 12/8/2009 9:00 AM

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:34:04 GMT

You will have the opportunity to network with your fellow entrepreneurs and meet the 2009 "Emerging 30" designees. This event will feature a round table discussion by past and present Emerging 30 winners.

Our panel will include Chuck McHale of McHales Hospitality Group, Mike Barnard of ML Barnard, Inc. Rodger Roeser of Eisen Management Group, and Scott Anderson of OMEGA Processing Solutions. These gentlemen will discuss how they have utilized the Emerging 30 award and networking events in building their business. As their firms represent distinct cross sections of our local economy, they will also give you their assessment of economic activity within their sector. These networking sessions offer you a unique setting to forge relationships with other successful entrepreneurs.

Agenda:
7:30 – 7:50 Network & Breakfast
7:50 – 9:00 Panel & Roundtable Discussion

Cost: FREE for you and your staff*

*The E30 Networks are held quarterly and are open to past & current "Emerging 30" designees only. This is an exclusive network for entrepreneurs to learn from each other and to continue the growth of their companies.

Regional Youth Leadership 2010 Money Matters Session 12/8/2009 8:00 a.m. - 12/8/2009 3:00 p.m.

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:48:49 GMT

Understand the basics of investing (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, indexes, markets) and the importance of diversification/asset allocation of your portfolio in relation to your goal. Understand personal finance (credit cards and debt management) and the effects/results of personal finance decisions. Understand the finances involved in getting a college education.

LEGACY Holiday Party 12/10/2009 5:30 PM - 12/10/2009 7:30 PM

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:45:49 GMT

Join LEGACY for their annual holiday party where you will get a chance to network with 100+ young professionals, enjoy complimentary appetizers provided by Habanero and a free holiday drink. The Mainstay Rock Bar dresses up the former Poison Room with giant, comfortable couches and classy, golden-framed mirrors behind its bar made of stone bricks. The interior of the bar is brand-new, and it seems that the mood Mainstay is going for lands between two styles of drinking spots.

Enjoy fabulous happy hour drink specials such as, Jack Daniels drinks ($3) and "monster mugs" of Bud Light ($3), Giant drafts of Bud Light ($4); Blue Moon, Stella Artois and Sam Adams Seasonal ($5); and Guinness ($6). Plus there are giant domestic ($4) and import ($5) bottles. As always, there is no registration fee for LEGACY members so grab a friend and we'll see you there!

Cost: Free for LEGACY Members; $10 Future Members

*Please consider donating an unwrapped gift for the Steinford Toy Foundation.

The Steinford Toy Foundation has provided Christmas for nearly 2,200 children each year. They intend to serve as many children as possible, no one is turned away if a need exists. The Foundation has served children outside of Northern Kentucky many times to meet the needs of children in outreaching communities. They are always willing to work with anyone and everyone with a need to have a "Merry Christmas." Christmas is a big part of a child's life and they try to help through their Christmas Program.

LNK 2010 - Justice 12/10/2009 7:30 AM - 12/10/2009 5:30 PM

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 18:05:35 GMT

A day devoted to exploring the justice system and how it impacts our community. You will talk with judges, lawyers, and law enforcement personnel. You will address the tough issue of use of deadly force by police officers and visit the county jail. We will prime you for the session with an individual police "ride-along" where you will see how justice works on the streets. It's an eye-opening day.

Government Forum: A Look at Upcoming Legislative Session 12/11/2009 11:30 AM - 12/11/2009 1:30 PM

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:28:39 GMT

Featured Speaker: Senator David Williams

The 2010 General Assembly will convene on January 5th. What issues and bills will legislators be faced with during this session?

Senator David Williams, Senate President, will be the keynote speaker of the December Government Forum luncheon. He will discuss his thoughts and reactions of the upcoming session.

Williams was first elected to the Kentucky State House of Representative in 1984, becoming the youngest member serving at that time. Two years later, he won an open seat in the State Senate, again the youngest member elected to serve. Williams climbed the leadership ladder in the Senate, serving as Caucus Chairman, Minority and Majority Floor Leader, and made history when he became the first republican ever elected to serve as Senate President on January 4, 2000.

Williams currently represents the 16th District, which contains five south central Kentucky counties.

Cost to attend: $25 pre registered Chamber Members; $30 at the door; $35 Future Members

Tech Fridays - I'm LinkedIn! Now what? 12/11/2009 8:00 AM - 12/11/2009 9:30 AM

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:57:13 GMT

Register Today!

$15 Northern Kentucky Chamber Members
$25 Future Members
$10 BRN Members

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds or cancellations after 12/10/09.

SCORE Seminars at the Chamber: Hands on Management for Difficult Times 12/15/2009 8:30 AM - 12/15/2009 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:43:42 GMT

In this seminar you will learn techniques to manage your business to optimize profits and minimize losses during difficult business times.

The Seminar will cover:

How to eliminate waste in your business
How to determine and measure critical business metrics
Dashboard measurement for tracking your business
Cash manage, survival skills- receivables and payables
Effective resource management- inventory, service, and labor
Quick and easy forecasting
Sales and customer relationship management

Speakers:

Marty Demsmore-Currently Partner, MK&D Associates,Quality Practices.
Specialties: Manufacturing-Metal and Foam Products, Structural and Civil Engineering, Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing, Financial Leverage and Cash Management, Commercial and Industrial Buildings, Marketing, Statistical Analysis. He is also a SCORE counselor and a member of the SCORE Executive Committee.

SCORE Focus

Register Today!

$30 Northern Kentucky Chamber Members
$40 Future Members
$50 At the Door

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds for cancellations after 12/13/09.

Stop Waiting and Start Selling! 12/16/2009 8:30 AM - 12/16/2009 10:00 AM

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:25:47 GMT

Instructor: Pam Beigh, SALESCORE

In this presentation we will discuss how you can generate revenue by taking action NOW. We all agree we’re tired of hearing predictions as to when the economy will turn around. Don’t wait for the recovery; be prepared for its arrival by going on the offensive. Your survival strategy must move from an internal view to an external view. Become customer driven by utilizing the Voice of the Customer (VOC) to energize your sales organization. Find out who your most profitable customers are and understand why they buy from you. Then utilize this information to coach and/or recruit highly effective, motivated sales staff that will produce results. We’ll also look at case studies that show how selling today has changed and why it requires a more sophisticated sales approach.

Top Things the Audience Will Learn:
- How to generate revenue in the short term while feeding innovation and sales strategy for the long term.
- How to shift your organization’s focus and get externally focused again.
- How to tell if their sales staff is not only ready to sell, but also motivated to sell.

Cost: $49 Chamber Members; $69 Future Members

Inside Look: Cincinnati Bengals 12/17/2009 3:00 PM - 12/17/2009 4:30 PM

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:39:26 GMT

Featured Speaker: Jeff Berding, Director of Sales and Public Affairs for Cincinnati Bengals

LEGACY- The Next Generation of Leadership Business Engagement Committee is inviting you to join us for an Inside Look into the Bengals' Stadium. You will hear from Jeff Berding, to discuss the day-to-day business operations of the Bengals as well as tour the stadium.

Cost: Free for LEGACY Members; $10 Future Members
*Limited to 50 people.

Who should attend: Anyone ages 21-40

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Funding Opportunities - Seminar 12/18/2009 3:00 PM - 12/18/2009 5:00 PM

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:27:11 GMT

The Small Business Innovation Research SBIR) program is a federal research and development fund available to small businesses conducting substantial investments in R&D and innovation.

In order to be eligible for a SBIR award, businesses must:

Be American-owned and independently operated;
Be for-profit;
Employ the principal researcher of the technology being developed;
Have 500 or less employees;

Learn how your company could take advantage of the SBIR program!

Speaker: Emily Shelton
Shelton & Associates

A Chance to Meet Hill-Rom 12/18/2009 8:00 AM - 12/18/2009 9:15 AM

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:25:50 GMT

Do you want to sell to ...? Then don’t miss this opportunity! Learn what products and services ... purchase and how to access the key decision-makers and buyers.

About A Chance to Meet

Learn best practices from purchasing agents from the most sought after area businesses. A Chance to Meet offers a rare opportunity for suppliers to connect with large businesses in our area. Past A Chance to Meet presenters include Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc., Kroger, Proctor and Gamble, Cincinnati Bell, NKU, and Mazak Corporation. M/WBE certified businesses are encouraged to attend.

Register Today!

$15 Chamber Members and Partners
$25 Future Members

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds for cancellations after 12/16/09.

Miracle on 34th Street / RYL Benefit 12/22/2009 7:30 pm - 12/22/2009

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:13:12 GMT

Covedale Center for the Performing Arts presents Miracle on 34th Street benefitting Regional Youth Leadership! Lobby open to general ticket holders at 7:00 p.m.

Water Cooler Talk: Raiders of the Lost Art of Communication 1/7/2010 8:00 AM - 1/7/2010 9:30 AM

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:34:09 GMT

What has happened to effective communication? With all of the technology that permeates every facet of our business day, is communication REALLY that important? What are the consequences of poor communication? Is there anything you can do to make communication better?

Come to this lively session with Steve Browne as he takes us on a fascinating dig into the mines of communication. He'll help us navigate through dangerous pitfalls and reveal communication's hidden secrets.

Speaker

Steve Browne, SPHR is the Executive Director of Human Resources for LaRosa's, Inc. which is a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southwest Indiana with 17 locations and over 1,400 Team Members. Steve has been an HR professional for 20+ years and has worked in the Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Professional Services industries in various Human Resources roles.

Register Today!

$15 Chamber Members and Partners
$20 Walk-ins
$30 Future Members

The Chamber has a 48 hour cancellation policy. No refunds for cancellations after 01/05/09.

LNK 2010 - Diversity Prep Activity/Social 1/7/2010 4:30 PM - 1/7/2010 9:00 PM

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 18:06:34 GMT

As a preview of Diversity Day, the class will view the movie Crash. The purpose is to increase awareness of how differences impact individuals, relationships and leadership. To motivate us to accept responsibility for increasing tolerance of differences and facilitating inclusion within their own sphere of influence. Dinner will be provided. Attire for the evening is casual.