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UID:2796-1675958400-1675962000@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Estate Planning Information Session with Cox & Palmer
DESCRIPTION:A tax and estate plan is just that\, a plan! Without proper planning\, good intentions are often just not enough. Join Serena Smith and Sydney Gallant\, associates at Cox & Palmer\, to learn more about estate planning and what you need to do to be prepared as a business owner. \nThis is a FREE event with limited space\, so make sure to register today!
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/estate-planning-information-session-with-cox-palmer/
LOCATION:25 Queen Street\, Charlottetown – PEIBWA Office
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230206T100000
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UID:2798-1675677600-1675681200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Quickbooks 101 - Virtual Learning Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/quickbooks-101-virtual-learning-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230202T173000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193316Z
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UID:2801-1675350000-1675359000@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Incorporation Information Session & Mixer with McInnes Cooper
DESCRIPTION:Are you are planning to launch a business\, or your business has grown to a level where you are considering what the next steps should be? If you answered YES\, than this FREE information session with Kaitlyn Angus Hornby\, an associate at McInnes Cooper would be a great event for YOU!  \n \nPLUS after the information session\, there will be a fantastic mixer\, where you can connect with other women entrepreneurs and associates of the firm.  \n \nSpace is limited so make sure to safe your spot today!
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/incorporation-information-session-mixer-with-mcinnes-cooper/
LOCATION:McInnes Cooper Building 1N3\, 141 Kent St #300\, Charlottetown\, PE C1A 8W5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230201T193000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193317Z
CREATED:20261009T184724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193317Z
UID:2803-1675278000-1675279800@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Leading The Way - 7pm Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Zoom Meeting \n \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82756591735?pwd=cktURjNuMC92QmpDZ0RGLzNkbzNUQT09 \nMeeting ID: 827 5659 1735 \nPasscode: 672449
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/leading-the-way-7pm-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230201T133000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193317Z
CREATED:20261009T184725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193317Z
UID:2804-1675256400-1675258200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Leading The Way - 1 pm Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89241159649?pwd=c2tNTWZodTV6UzRuMENQd0pqOHRCdz09 \n \nMeeting ID: 892 4115 9649 \nPasscode: 011317
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/leading-the-way-1-pm-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230131T170000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193318Z
CREATED:20261009T184725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193318Z
UID:2805-1675184400-1675184400@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Table Talks
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/table-talks-3/
LOCATION:PEIBWA Montague Office | 544 Main Street
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230126T160000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193319Z
CREATED:20261009T184726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193319Z
UID:2807-1674741600-1674748800@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Tax Talk for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/tax-talk-for-small-business-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230119T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193412Z
CREATED:20261009T184728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193412Z
UID:2810-1674122400-1674126000@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Building Welcoming Workplaces & Communities
DESCRIPTION:During this insightful presentation\, Peggy Miles\, the Central PEI Community Navigator\, will give you helpful tips and tools to support your role in building inclusive environments at work\, in neighbourhoods and through your volunteer involvements. You will leave feeling motivated and ready to contribute to a sense of belonging for all residents and workers in our community. \nPeggy Miles is a part of the PEI Community Navigators Team\, which provides settlement support for new residents of rural Prince Edward Island. The Team works closely with employers\, municipalities\, government\, the general public and other partners to welcome new residents from other countries and other provinces to build vibrant and inclusive communities. \n 
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/building-welcoming-workplaces-communities/
LOCATION:Rural Women’s Business Centre\, Central Bedeque
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221214T170000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193421Z
CREATED:20261009T184728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T193421Z
UID:2812-1671030000-1671037200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Open House - Charlottetown
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/holiday-open-house-charlottetown-2/
LOCATION:25 Queen Street\, Charlottetown
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221206T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T193422Z
CREATED:20261009T184729Z
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UID:2814-1670328000-1670335200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Open House - Central Bedeque
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/holiday-open-house-central-bedeque/
LOCATION:Rural Women’s Business Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221129T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T160457Z
CREATED:20261009T184801Z
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UID:2819-1669712400-1669737600@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:PEIBWA Symposium 2022
DESCRIPTION:Our signature event is back with the exciting roster of keynote speakers\, presenters and networking opportunities you’ve come to expect and enjoy. We are pleased to announce the impressive program for the 2022 PEIBWA Symposium: \n \n2022 Keynote Speaker | 9:00-10:15 am \n\nDr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa \n\n\nChika Stacy Oriuwa is a Canadian physician\, spoken word artist\, and advocate against systemic racism in health care.\n\n\n\n \n \n \nConcurrent Session One | 10:30-11:15 am  \n\nMentorship as a Strategy for Success\, featuring Chantal Brine\, CEO at EnPoint\nThe Future of Our Changing Workplace – panel discussion including Sarah Mullins from UpTree HR and Tracey D’Aviero from the Canadian Association of Virtual Assistants. \n\nLuncheon Keynote Presentation | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm  \n\n “A Report Card on Rural Innovation” featuring Canadian Rural Futurist Ashleigh Weeden\n\n \nConcurrent Session Two | 12:45 – 1:45 pm \n\nEquity\, Diversity and Inclusion – discussion with Kiersten Mohr from Terra Firma.\nSandpipers Session – Women as Investors   \n\nConcurrent Session Three | 2:00 – 3:00 pm  \n\nWomen excelling in STEM and skilled trades with an introduction from our partner Techsploration\n\nA panel showcasing Women Entrepreneurs (panel discussion moderated by Sara Roach-Lewis) \n\n\nClosing Café | 3:00 – 4:00 pm  \n\nClosing Café musical performance and interview featuring JUNO-award-winning singer/songwriter Catherine MacLellan\n\n\nDon’t delay\, register today! 
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/peibwa-symposium-2022/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221124T090000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195628Z
CREATED:20261009T185141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195628Z
UID:2822-1669280400-1669280400@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Chats - Montague
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/coffee-chats-montague/
LOCATION:The Lucky Bean Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221123T100000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195628Z
CREATED:20261009T185142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195628Z
UID:2824-1669197600-1669197600@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Product Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/product-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:PEIBWA Montague Office
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221118T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195629Z
CREATED:20261009T185143Z
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UID:2827-1668765600-1668769200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Conversation Corner with PEI Connectors
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 18 as we welcome Cora Lee Dunbar\, Program Officer at PEI Connectors\, an initiative of the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce. Cora Lee will talk about PEI Connectors programming\, as well as share stories about immigrant entrepreneurs who have made PEI their home. \nCora Lee will be joined by Program Officer and Special Project Manager\, Karla Yepez\, who will talk about the Lead the Shift program\, also an initiative of the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce. Lead the Shift is a free equity\, diversity\, and inclusion training for Island employers. The goal of the program is to help promote and develop diversity and inclusion in the workplace\, ensuring immigrants find employment in PEI corresponding to their education\, skills\, and work experience\, to help address labor market shortages in the province. \nEveryone is welcome to attend whether you are seeking resources for yourself or your workplace\, are interested in learning more about upcoming learning opportunities\, or to celebrate the success of immigrants on PEI! \nCora Lee Dunbar is PEI Connectors Program Officer. She specifically serves clients in Prince County. As a Program Officer\, she helps immigrant entrepreneurs and jobseekers to build their networks through 1-1 meetings\, educational programming\, and networking assistance. Cora Lee has a Bachelor of Commerce degree\, is a Certified Coach and a Business Consultant. She loves connecting with people and helping them succeed in whatever aspect is important to them. www.peiconnectors.ca \nNOTE: This session will be offered online only. Registration is required to attend. The ZOOM link will be circulated upon registration. \nAbout Conversation Corner \nConversation Corner began as a small gathering around the kitchen table at our Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque in November 2019 and continues as an informal and informative platform for women in business to learn and share. \nDo you have a business or workplace topic on your mind that you would like to discuss? Do you have a story to share? If you would like to be a guest on a future edition of Conversation Corner\, please do connect with us: office-RWBC@peibwa.org or 902-887-3171.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/conversation-corner-with-pei-connectors/
LOCATION:Virtually
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221116T190000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195630Z
CREATED:20261009T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195630Z
UID:2829-1668625200-1668625200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Small Biz Bookkeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/small-biz-bookkeeping-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtually
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221116T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195630Z
CREATED:20261009T185146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195630Z
UID:2831-1668607200-1668607200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Debt Smarts: An Each One\, Teach One Financial Literacy Session
DESCRIPTION:To register for this event CLICK HERE!
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/debt-smarts-an-each-one-teach-one-financial-literacy-session/
LOCATION:Rural Women’s Business Centre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221027T160000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195631Z
CREATED:20261009T185147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195631Z
UID:2833-1666875600-1666886400@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Art of the Pitch - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Uncertain how to connect with strangers at networking events?Hesitant to fully promote all the skills and experience you have to offer?Join us for a supportive hands-on workshop that will build confidence and get you on your feet. You will be pitching in no time!  \nSpace is limited so book early. Registration is $20.00 for PEIBWA members\, and $35.00 for non-members. \nAttendees will receive information with a Zoom meeting login upon registration.  \nThis workshop is led by Margaret Magner\, CEO of the PEI Business Women’s Association. She has taught in Canadian and U.S. universities and held a number of positions\, including Director of Development for the William J. Clinton Foundation; Presidential Speechwriter\, Development Communications Senior Writer\, and Corporate Relations Director at the University of Southern California; and Director of Bioscience Development at UPEI\, where she continues to teach for the Faculty of Business and Department of English. Her company Magner Ink specializes in communication services. She is a Governor of the National Theatre School of Canada. In 2022\, she was recognized as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Atlantic Canada by the Atlantic Business Magazine.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/art-of-the-pitch-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221020T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195632Z
CREATED:20261009T185149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195632Z
UID:2836-1666270800-1666270800@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Charlottetown Professional Headshot Sessions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/charlottetown-professional-headshot-sessions/
LOCATION:PEIBWA’s Charlottetown Office
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221020T090000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195633Z
CREATED:20261009T185149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195633Z
UID:2838-1666256400-1666256400@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:RWBC Professional Headshot Sessions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/rwbc-professional-headshot-sessions/
LOCATION:Rural Women’s Business Centre – Central Bedeque
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221019T120000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195633Z
CREATED:20261009T185150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195633Z
UID:2840-1666180800-1666180800@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:Montague Professional Headshot Sessions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/montague-professional-headshot-sessions/
LOCATION:Montague PEIBWA Office
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220830T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220830T170000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195635Z
CREATED:20261009T185152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195635Z
UID:2845-1661871600-1661878800@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:PEIBWA Montague Office Launch
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to an open door event on Tuesday\, August 30th to celebrate the opening of our newest PEIBWA location in Montague! \nDuring this event we will announce the 5 Copper Bottom x PEIBWA Micro-Grant Program winners. \nThis event will run from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at 544 Main Street\, Montague. Entrance to the building is located at the back on Sackville Street. \nAll are welcome to join! 
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/peibwa-montague-office-launch/
LOCATION:544 Main Street\, Montague
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220727T170000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195636Z
CREATED:20261009T185157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195636Z
UID:2848-1658930400-1658941200@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:* Sensational Summer PitchFest Live Event
DESCRIPTION:*This event is only for Sensational Summer PitchFest 2022 program participants\, not open to the general public
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/sensational-summer-pitchfest-live-event/
LOCATION:In Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220629T170000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195637Z
CREATED:20261009T185201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195637Z
UID:2850-1656511200-1656522000@peibwa.org
SUMMARY:* Sensational Summer PitchFest Workshop #2 - with Charlotte Murray
DESCRIPTION:*This workshop is only for Sensational Summer PitchFest 2022 program participants \n \nWorkshop #2 : Lean Canvas and pitch training\, with a brief introduction to pitching to investors \nMore details to come \n \nAbout your Facilitator\, Charlotte Murray\, Chief Coaching Officer\, Propel \n \nAfter leaving her corporate career at Procter & Gamble in Switzerland and New York\, Charlotte returned to Canada and launched a scuba dive expedition to mobilize local communities to clean up the underwater environment. Following this purpose-driven project across Canada\, she co-founded her startup\, PACTA in Halifax\, which is where her startup journey began. \nShe has been through the ups and downs of a startup and has participated in a number of accelerators Launch36 and Propel cohorts in 2014 and 2015\, followed by Founderfuel accelerator in Montreal and Google in Mountainview\, California. She has been in founder shoes\, bootstrapping a startup\, pitching investors in Canada and Silicon Valley ( Google… )\, raising money and growing a team\, as well as the unfortunate risk and reality of startup life – having to close down. She channels her passion for supporting founders and growing the community by combining her corporate and startup journeys into all walks of life. She is a strong advocate for purpose-driven companies\, for thinking bigger\, where positive impact and growth reaches beyond the bottom line.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/sensational-summer-pitchfest-workshop-2-with-charlotte-murray/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220622T160000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195637Z
CREATED:20261009T185202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T195637Z
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SUMMARY:* Sensational Summer PitchFest Workshop #1 - with Laurie Sinclair\, MBA PCC
DESCRIPTION:* This workshop is only for Sensational Summer PitchFest 2022 program participants \n \nWorkshop #1 Overview: Crafting a growth strategy road map\, developing the story\, building confidence & knowing your audience \n1.Interactive workshop crafting a growth strategy road map\, developing the story\, building confidence & knowing your audience.\n2.You will have an opportunity to briefly develop your story in advance and very briefly try it out in your opening remarks.\n3.The strategy piece will demonstrate how you can outline the vision\, values and strategic objectives you have for the growth of your business. Discussion on the resources and capabilities to line up to execute that strategy.\n4.Building Confidence coaching will be delivered to encourage you to believe in your vision and the potential it has to fuel growth. And then how to communicate that as part of your story.\n5.The story will be developed using a hook that engages the audience and then builds an engaging story around the why of your strategy and your product or service\n6.Knowing your audience will be delivered by discussing the needs\, wants and problems your target customers have that are met with your product or service you are selling\, crafting your brand tone and message\, segmenting the market and creating a customer avatar for each segment\n7.Developing your value proposition for your product or service and crafting your marketing and sales messaging \nPLEASE NOTE THAT YOU HAVE TO DO A PREPARATION IN ADVANCE FOR THIS WORKSHOP:\nPrepare a brief story sharing your value proposition. This is the value the product or service you sell provides to your customers. Remember to focus on what makes your product or service unique\, different or better than what your competitors sell. This should start with a hook to engage your target customer. A hook is often best presented as a question that focuses on the need\, want or problem you are solving for your customer. You will have a maximum of less than 3mn to share this verbally with the group. You will have an opportunity to share it your introductory remarks. \n \nAbout your facilitator\, Laurie Sinclair\, MBA PCC \n \nAs the Founder and CEO of Amplify Consulting and Coaching\, Laurie has a rich background in individual and leadership coaching and growth business consulting\, training\, and strategic facilitation. Her success with people and teams has been realized by being a trusted business and thinking partner and a growth- oriented leader. \nLaurie works with established entrepreneurs to help them scale up their business growth and aspires to help women achieve significant leadership and business advancements. \nLaurie asks the tough questions and uses her proficiency in financial analysis and decision making along with high growth leadership tools and tactics to help business owners leverage opportunities and overcome challenges to achieve their full potential. \nAs a tech sector entrepreneur (CEO of Finazz.com)\, she understands the challenges that go along with business ownership\, and she delves deep to deliver customized solutions. She comes at problems with the patience of an experienced educator and the savvy of a seasoned accountant and growth consultant. \nAn expert facilitator\, Laurie works with some of the most successful women business owners in North America as Atlantic Canada Chapter Chair of the Women Presidents Organization (WPO)\, a non-profit group of women presidents of multimillion-dollar companies. Laurie established and led the CWB’s Advanced Management and Mentoring Program (AMMP) where many entrepreneurs have realized significant incremental growth metrics\, and currently works with CWB’s Greater Heights of Growth Program.  \nLaurie has completed the Leading High Growth Business Executive Program at Harvard Entrepreneurship School of Business as well as many professional courses in business growth tactics. She’s picked the brains of women who’ve become synonymous with business success and has come away with solid strategies for growth that can propel your business forward.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/sensational-summer-pitchfest-workshop-1-with-laurie-sinclair-mba-pcc/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Conversation Corner with Lindsay Law - How to Communicate with you Teen Employees so you Both Win!
DESCRIPTION:Many employers are hiring youth this summer to work in their businesses.  As a youth life coach\, Lindsay has a unique glimpse into the teenage brain and can offer perspective and support for employers and in turn their teen employees. As employers feel more confident in communicating with their teen employees\, their teen employees will feel better supported and thus perform their jobs with more confidence and effectiveness. Everyone wins!  \nYou will walk away from this session with practical tools for how to communicate with your teen employees so you both feel great this summer. Join us on June 17 for this interactive session facilitated by Lindsay Law\, founder of Youth Rising Coaching Services Inc.  \nLindsay is a mom of 6 (4 of whom are teens or tweens)\, business owner and adventure junkie. As a Certified Youth & Parent Life Coach she helps youth embrace confidence and self love to live more abundant lives.  She also runs an Airbnb along with Mother Daughter retreats in the summer between her own adventures. She loves hanging out with her teens\, biking\, traveling and learning. With a window into the teenage brain as a mother and coach\, she has unique insights into communicating with teens to promote confidence for all. Find out more about Youth Rising Coaching Services Inc. at www.youthrisingcoach.com \n \nNOTE: Registration is required to attend. This session will be offered In Person at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque and virtually. In person networking opportunities and refreshments will be offered at the RWBC for participants there\, as well as a draw for a prize! Please submit any questions you have prior to the session via the registration process\, or email shelley@peibwa.org. \nAbout Conversation Corner \nConversation Corner began as a small gathering around the kitchen table at our Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque in November 2019 and continues as an informal and informative platform for women in business to learn and share. \nDo you have a business or workplace topic on your mind that you would like to discuss? Do you have a story to share? If you would like to be a guest on a future edition of Conversation Corner\, please connect with us: office-RWBC@peibwa.org or 902-887-3171.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/conversation-corner-with-lindsay-law-how-to-communicate-with-you-teen-employees-so-you-both-win/
LOCATION:Virtually or In-Person at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220526T140000
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop - Debts Smart with Shannon Kennedy
DESCRIPTION:According to Statistics Canada data from 2020\, the average Canadian owes about $1.71 for every dollar of after-tax income they earn each year. There are many tools available to help Canadians manage their debts\, and in this session we will be looking at how to make the best use of these tools including: \n\nSigns your debt is not sustainable or manageable\nNegotiate with creditors\nSeek a debt consolidation loan\nConsider a consumer Proposal\n\nJoin us for this interactive session facilitated by Shannon Kennedy\, Marketing and Project Manager with Consolidated Credit Union Ltd. \n NOTE: Registration is required to attend. This session will be offered IN PERSON ONLY at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque. \n \nShannon Kennedy has been working in the Marketing & Communications field since 2016. Shannon is highly experienced in event management and execution\, media relations\, as well as social media management. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations as well as a Certificate in Marketing from Mount Saint Vincent University\, and a Certificate in Project Management Essentials from the University of Prince Edward Island\, Shannon brings her knowledge\, high energy\, and quick problem solving skills to any task. Outside of the office\, Shannon is passionate about fitness and acts as the Vice President of Dodgeball PEI\, is a huge bibliophile and typically reads about a book a week\, and can often be found cuddling one of her three cats\, or enjoying yet another cup of coffee.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-debts-smart-with-shannon-kennedy/
LOCATION:Virtual OR In-Person at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220525T160000
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SUMMARY:Information Session | Sensational Summer PitchFest
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Island business woman seeking growth capital to further develop or launch a new product or service? \nJoin us to learn more about our Sensational Summer PitchFest – the first pitch competition of its kind exclusively for Island business women seeking growth capital to further develop or launch a new product or service\, with the opportunity to win $15\,000 cash!  PEIBWA will be accepting applications until Friday\, June 3rd at 1pm. Details about this program can be found HERE. \nRegister to attend this VIRTUAL information session as we will run you through the application process. For all those considering applying\, bring your questions and learn whether this pitch competition would be a good fit for you and your business! \nThis information session will be offered virtually. If you require internet access to connect\, you are welcome to bring your laptop and utilize the workspace at the Rural Women’s Business Centre. For more information\, please contact us at office-rwbc@peibwa.org or 902-887-3171.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/information-session-sensational-summer-pitchfest/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220525T140000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195640Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop - Commercial Banking with Amanda Murphy
DESCRIPTION:Commercial banking focuses on products and services that are specifically designed for businesses. Learn about how you can best utilize your own banking services to build and maintain your company including: \n\nInformation required to open a business account (Incorporated\, Partnership\, and Sole Proprietorship)\nAccount Service Charges\nSeparating your business and personal finances\nWhat’s needed to apply for a business loan\nCredit Bureaus (business and personal)\n\n\nJoin us for this interactive session facilitated by Amanda Murphy\, Commercial Loans Officer with Consolidated Credit Union Ltd.  \n\nNOTE: Registration is required to attend. This session will be offered IN PERSON ONLY at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque. \nAmanda Murphy is a Prince Edward Island native and has been working with the credit unions since 1999.  She has over 20 years experience working in the Commercial Banking Department\, where she values helping her members succeed.  On top of her extensive experience with commercial banking\, Amanda also holds a BBA from the University of Prince Edward Island\, as well as a Masters in the Credit Union System\, known as an ACUIC\, from CUIC and Dalhousie University. Outside of work\, Amanda can often be found trying to keep up with one of her two boys with her husband\, pursuing her passion for healthy living\, or working with charitable organizations.  A true animal fanatic\, Amanda and her gorgeous yet goofy golden retriever sidekick\, Zeb\, is usually stuck at her side.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-commercial-banking-with-amanda-murphy/
LOCATION:Virtual OR In-Person at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220429T110000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195641Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation Corner with Crystal Trevors - Balancing Ambition and Meaning
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 29 when we will welcome Crystal Trevors\, Founder and CEO of Stepscan Technologies Inc. While known in the community as a scientist and local business owner\, what few people know about Crystal is that she is also a Transformational Life Coach and Founder of Live Joy Coaching. \nCrystal is going to share how integrating a subtle shift from ambition to meaning positively impacted her life both in business and personally and how you can do the same. \nAll are welcome to join this interactive and inspirational session. We look forward to seeing you there! \nCrystal Trevors has a diverse background in science and business accumulated in over 25 years working in both the private and public sectors. She is the Founder and CEO of Stepscan\, an innovative medical technology company located in Prince Edward Island\, Canada. The company was kickstarted in 2012 with the receipt of a highly competitive $1.4 M innovation award to address the need for easy to use\, accurate and reliable computerized gait and balance equipment. www.stepscan.com \nIn addition\, Crystal is a Transformational Life Coach and Founder of Live Joy Coaching. She decided to pursue her coaching certification because she wanted more people to experience the indescribable confidence and sense of freedom that comes with learning how to listen to and trust themselves. She has built a series of programs designed to teach her clients how to listen to themselves (body\, mind\, and spirit)\, shift their perspective about the world and their potential in it and integrate this new information so they can move forward and live an authentic life with purpose and passion. www.livejoycoach.com \nNOTE: Registration is required to attend. A Zoom meeting link will be sent to you via email once you complete your online registration form. This session will be offered in a hybrid format and can be viewed from the Rural Women’s Business Centre if you register to attend in-person. Crystal will be presenting virtually. \n \nAbout Conversation Corner \nConversation Corner began as a small gathering around the kitchen table at our Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque in November 2019 and continues as an informal and informative platform for women in business to learn and share. \nDo you have a business or workplace topic on your mind that you would like to discuss? Do you have a story to share? If you would like to be a guest on a future edition of Conversation Corner\, please connect with us: office-RWBC@peibwa.org or 902-887-3171.
URL:https://peibwa.org/event/conversation-corner-with-crystal-trevors-balancing-ambition-and-meaning/
LOCATION:Online or In-Person at the Rural Women’s Business Centre in Central Bedeque
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220426T123000
DTSTAMP:20261009T195641Z
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SUMMARY:PEIBWA & Techsploration Meet and Greet
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URL:https://peibwa.org/event/peibwa-techsploration-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:PEIBWA Rural Women’s Business Centre
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