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SUMMARY:Invent Coworking Annual Startup Challenge
DESCRIPTION:“Are you a developer\, designer\, marketer\, product manager\, or simply an entrepreneur enthusiast? Lend your skills to help launch a startup from idea to a revenue realizing company.” \nSo proclaims the tagline of Invent Coworking’s 54-hour startup challenge. Contestants will join together for the length of the challenge to take a startup from idea to launching products and earning revenue in just over two days.  \nTickets to the event include: \n\nUnparalleled access to mentors and angels throughout the weekend\n7 complimentary meals\nTransportation and participation in the finale event\nStartup-Challenge 2014 T-Shirt\nChance to build skill sets with hands on application\nMeet others with the same drive to develop successful companies\n24/7 Access to Invent Coworking\, photo studio\, conference rooms\, and more during this Event\nLearn from Zev Siegel\, Co-founder of Starbucks\n\nThe Startup Challenge is a great chance for local professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and students to gain hands-on experience in starting a company\, while simultaneously networking with other local like minded businesspeople. \nThe final event will be held at the Silver Reef Events Center Friday\, November 21\, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. The cost to attend is $99 for regular attendees\, and $59 for students. For more information or to register visit Invent’s event page \nFor more information on coworking and how it works\, check out this video by Turnstone.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/invent-coworking-annual-startup-challenge/
LOCATION:Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, 4876 Haxton Way\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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SUMMARY:Business After Business: November
DESCRIPTION:Recently started a business in Bellingham? Maybe your business been around for a while but you want to make stronger connections with other community members. Do you want to learn more about the Whatcom Chamber of Commerce? The Chamber’s Business After Business event is an opportunity to meet any of your local networking needs. Come enjoy free food while meeting other members of the Bellingham business community.  \nThis month the food will include smoked ribs\, pulled pork\, and desserts from local business Pure Bliss. There will also be trivia with a grand prize awarded to the winner\, and live music by ‘Lost at Last.’ \n	This popular event takes place on the third Thursday of every month. This month that means Thursday\, November 20\, 2014\, starting 5:30pm at SSK Insurance & Financial Plan Inc.\, 2115 Barkley Blvd\, Bellingham. Save the date\, and be prepared to have fun while building relationships to help your grow your business.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/business-business-november/
LOCATION:SSK Insurance & Financial Plan Inc.\, 2115 Barkley Blvd.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98229\, United States
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SUMMARY:Whatcom Business Alliance 2014 Economic Forecast Event
DESCRIPTION:Following up last year’s inaugural event\, Whatcom Business Alliance and Business Pulse Magazine are partnering up again this month to host an Economic Forecast and Update Breakfast. The event will feature capital analyst Gary Schlossberg\, as well as other economic observers looking back over the last year and providing predictions for 2015. Last year over 350 community members attended\, making this event a great way to connect with members of the local Bellingham business community. \nThe economic forecast event is also a great way for small business owners and entrepreneurs to gain knowledge for planning new strategies over the next fiscal year. Insight and tips from local economic experts can help shape a business plan for growing your brand and expanding your business in 2015. \nThe Breakfast will take place at the Events Center at Silver Reef Casino on November 19th at 7:00am. Tickets sold out last year\, so be sure to reserve your seat soon. The price is $30 for Whatcom Business Alliance members and $40 for non-members.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/whatcom-business-alliance-2015-economic-forecast-event/
LOCATION:Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, 4876 Haxton Way\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20141118T180000
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SUMMARY:WTIA First Look Forum Comes To Bellingham For The First Time
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the First Look Forum has been\, up until this year\, to bring together entrepreneurs from the PNW to learn\, compete\, collaborate\, and grow in Seattle. This year\, however\, the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) decided to bring the program to another part of the state for the first time. \nThanks to the initiative of some local business leaders\, they chose Bellingham. \nIn an article explaining why WTIA decided to select Bellingham as the first venue outside of Seattle\, CEO Michael Schutlzer states that the organization wanted to find somewhere that already had a strong startup ecosystem. \nWTIA had already been approached earlier in the year by the NW Innovation Resource Center\, a local organization that supports entrepreneurs and inventors. While visiting Bellingham\, the WTIA staff met with the mayor\, the president of WCC\, and WWU’s Dean of Engineering among others.  \n“It became clear that Bellingham had a really strong community and that there was a need for ways to spotlight the region as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation\,” says Schutlzer. \nThe First Look Forum is a way for entrepreneurs and innovators who haven’t publicly sought investment to gain exposure and feedback\, all while competing for a $10\,000 cash prize.  \nAlthough the final winner gains both the investment and the bragging rights\, WTIA stresses that the event benefits all the competitors. By preparing each candidate for future meetings with investors and VC firms\, the First Look Forum is intended to improve the startup culture in Bellingham. \nThe First Look Forum not only promises great opportunities for local innovators; it highlights the strength of Bellingham’s small business culture. With the dedication and passion of the members of our local business community\, we may see even more organizations like WTIA choose Bellingham to host events. One thing is certain: it’s a great time to be an entrepreneur in this town. \nThe Forum will take place on November 18th from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the Bellingham Golf & Country Club. Registration closes on October 18th\, so don’t delay to get your innovations into the running. For more info\, directions\, or to register visit the WTIA First Look Forum events page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/wtia-first-look-forum-comes-bellingham-first-time/
LOCATION:Bellingham Golf & Country Club\, 3729 Meridian St\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marijuana and the Workplace: An HR Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Are you worried about the impact of Washington’s new laws regarding the possession and use of marijuana on your employment policies? The Whatcom Chamber of Commerce Speakers Series is hosting an event for HR professionals and managers on the what Washington’s new marijuana laws mean for business owners. \nRichard Davis of Chmelik\, Sitkin and Davis P.S. Attorneys at Law and Kara Turner\, PHP of Turner HR Services will offer present ideas for adapting your employee policies to the new law. They will also answer questions about this unprecedented situation for employers. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to put your questions on marijuana in the workplace to rest! \nThe event will take place on November 17th\, from 12:00pm to 1:30pm at Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa. The cost is $25 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. Lunch is included with the cost of admission. RSVP on the event registration page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/marijuana-workplace-hr-discussion/
LOCATION:Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, 4876 Haxton Way\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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SUMMARY:November Whatcom Chamber Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Networking is a key part of developing and expanding a business. The more relationships business leaders can form\, the more opportunities present themselves for the business to grow and prosper. The Whatcom/Bellingham Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking breakfast each to help local businesses form these connections. Arrive early for extra time to meet other members of the Bellingham business communtiy. The breakfast is open to both chamber members and non-members\, so make sure your business attends! \nThe event will take place on November 14th from 7:15am to 9:00am. The event will takes place at Northwood Hall 3240 Northwest Avenue\, Bellingham\, WA 98226. To register\, visit the Chamber registration website. November’s Networking Breakfast is sponsored by Massage Envy.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/november-whatcom-chamber-networking-breakfast/
LOCATION:Northwood Hall\, 3240 Northwest Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Your Workplace Retirement Account(s) in Bellingham\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Need help making sense of your employer’s retirement plan package? Want to know how to best leverage your plan to make the most of your money? \nJoin Certified Financial Planner Devin Wolf for a comprehensive workshop on everything retirement plans\, including strategies to help you: \n\nAvoid hidden fees\n\nProperly allocate your assets\n\nStay on track with your retirement goals\, using helpful tax tips\n\nDefined pension plans are going by the wayside\, leaving you (the employee) responsible for managing your own retirement account(s)\, based on the options offered through your workplace (401k\, 403b\, 457\, SIMPLE IRA\, etc.). \nTake matters into your own hands! Register today using the link below.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/leveraging-workplace-retirement-accounts-bellingham-wa/
LOCATION:Whatcom Community College\, 237 W Kellogg Rd\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:10 Reasons To Do A Crowdfunding Project
DESCRIPTION:Perhaps the biggest boon to entrepreneurs and innovators in the 21st century has been the rise of crowdfunding\, and the websites that have come with it. Kickstarter\, IndieGogo\, and more have been instrumental in bringing great ideas from planning to implementation in the past decade. If you have your own big ideas that you’d like to see come to fruition\, crowdfunding should definitely be on your radar\, whether or not you have traditional investment. \nWith these ideas in mind\, the BIG Idea Lab is hosting a presentation covering 10 reasons you should be crowdfunding your projects. The presentation will be led by Joel Townsan. Townsan is a local entrepreneur who developed an idea for a transformable electric screwdriver at age 22\, and dropped everything to bring his product to market. Through his experience with Kickstarter and plenty of hard work\, Joel was able to secure a lucrative licensing deal for his product. \nThe event will take place November 12th\, from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. It will be held at the Big Idea Lab\, 114 W Magnolia St #505\, Bellingham\, 98225. The presentation includes lunch\, and is free for BIG Idea Lab members. Non-members must pay $12 at the door. For more information or to register\, visit the Eventbrite page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/10-reasons-crowdfunding-project/
LOCATION:BIG Idea Lab\, 114 W Magnolia St #505 \, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Employment Law Q&A By Mt. Baker SHRM
DESCRIPTION:Has new legislation left you unsure of where your business stands in regards to Washington and Federal employment law? The local chapter of the Society for Human Resources and Management is ready to educate you. The Mt. Baker chapter of SHRM has invited several local attorneys to lead a half day Q&A session covering topics from the Affordable Care Act to recent WA supreme court rulings. \nThe schedule of events is as follows: \n\n8:30 – 8:45: Registration\n8:45 – 9:30: Affordable Care Act\, Heather Erb\, JD\n9:30 – 10:15: Severance\, Bob Butler\, JD\n10:15 – 11:00: Worker’s Compensation\, Edward Alexander\, JD\n11:00 – 11:45: WA Supreme Court Update\, Jennifer Willner\, JD\n11:45 – 12:30: Documentation And Records Management To Mitigate Legation\, James Erb\, JD\n12:30 – 1:00: Lunch and Networking\n1:00 – 1:45: Answering Your Employment Law Questions\, Moderated by Sheri Russell\, JD\n\nThe attorneys presiding at each session represent a diverse background in employment law\, including experience working for the City of Bellingham. They are well qualified and willing to address any concern you have regarding employment legislation and your business. \nThe event will take place November 12th\, from 8:30 to 1:45. It will be held at the Northwood Event Hall\, 3240 Northwest Ave Bellingham\, WA 98225. To register\, visit the Eventbrite page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/employment-law-qa-mt-baker-shrm/
LOCATION:Northwood Hall\, 3240 Northwest Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Uber Onboarding Event Bellingham\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Uber is taking the private transportation industry by storm. In the five years since the company launched its app\, Uber has spread to every inhabited continent\, and operates in hundreds of cities across the globe. Now its Bellingham’s turn to get in on the action. Uber is planning on starting local operations this month\, and is providing Onboarding sessions to answer questions\, upload driver documents\, hand out company smartphones\, and get Uber drivers activated. \nThe Onboarding sessions are an opportunity for prospective drivers to get hands-on guidance through all the steps necessary to become an Uber driver. Applicants are required to bring the following documents: \n\nDriver’s License\nVehicle Registration\nVehicle Insurance\nCompleted Vehicle Inspection Form (Filled out by Midas or Firestone)\nVehicle Inspection Receipt\n\nWell prepared applicants will be given their Uber smartphones and activated on site\, allowing you to get out on the streets and start driving immediately. \nThe event will take place at the Best Western Lakeway Inn\, on November 11 from 3pm to 8pm\, and November 12th from 11am to 8pm. Interested parties can RSVP on the Uber event page. For more information email partnersbellingham@uber.com
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/uber-bellingham-onboarding-event/
LOCATION:Best Western Lakeway Inn\, 714 Lakeway Dr \, Bellingham\, WA\, 98229\, United States
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SUMMARY:WWU Fall Business Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:The benefits of hiring a college graduate for your business should be a no-brainer for most business owners. The WWU Career Services Center and College of Business and Economics are co-hosting the annual WWU Fall Business Career Fair on November 6th\, to help businesses and students connect and forge relationships. \nThe level of training and communication skills that graduates bring to the table make them valuable employees\, and they often have enthusiastic attitudes and open minds. At the Career Fair businesses have the opportunity to meet hundreds of highly motivated students looking for careers and internships. Hiring businesses can collect resumes from qualified soon-to-be graduates. The fair also offers a great opportunity to spread awareness about your business and network with other companies\, faculty\, staff\, and students. \nThe fair also offers business leaders the chance to meet and make connections with  the officers and members of the WWU Student Business Clubs. Some of the clubs attending include: \n\nAccounting Society\nAmerican Production Inventory Control Society (APICS)\nEconomics Association\nFinancial Management Association\nNorthwest Human Resource Management Association (NHRMA)\nProfessional Women’s Association\nStudent Marketing Association\n\nThe event will take place in the Wade King Recreation Center on campus from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Pre-registration and a $325 fee is required through Viking CareerLink. The fee includes: \n\nA 3’ x 6’ table at the event\nWi-fi \nAccess to power outlets upon request\n1 vehicle parking permit\nFree coffee\, tea\, and water\n2 lunches\nPromotional services prior to the event\nInterview rooms following the event if needed\n\nFor a complete list of information\, including how to register\, directions\, lodging info\, and more\, visit the WWU Career Services event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/wwu-fall-business-career-fair/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:2014 Sustainable Design and Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:One of the keys to Bellingham’s successful development\, even landing us on lists of “best downtowns”\, is our ingenuity when it comes to sustainable building. Bellingham is home to many firms with a strong commitment to building sustainable infrastructure\, and the Sustainable Design and Development Conference\, hosted by Sustainable Connections\, helps highlight how they do it. \nThe conference involves a variety of educational sessions\, a keynote speech by regeneratie design guru Eric Corey Freed\, and a networking reception. The sessions will include the following topics: \n\nIntegrated Project Teams:  Unlocking value\, LEED credits\, and Creativity.\nGrey to Green: A roundup of What’s New Regionally in Stormwater\nThe Future of Lighting is Now:  LED Lighting for Health and Productivity\nMarket-driven\, Mission-base Building – Finding the Sweet Spot\nDesigning Streets as Places\nInnovation\, Information and the Intent of the Code\n\nThe Pacific Northwest is a hotspot for growth in sustainable industry\, and our local communities really value businesses that commit to sustainability as well. Attending the conference can provide businesses owners the opportunity to learn from experts on how to improve their company’s approach to sustainability\, which in turn can draw in new customers and improve customer loyalty.  \nThe event will take place on November 6th from 8:00am to 5:00pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal. Attending also provides 6 AIA GBCI Continuing Education Credits. Tickets are $110 for Sustainable Connections members\, and $120 for non-members. For more information\, including a full conference agenda\, or to register visit the SC event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/2014-sustainable-design-development-conference/
LOCATION:Bellingham Cruise Terminal\, 1801 Roeder Ave\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:NWIRC November Inventor Insights: Customer Loyalty
DESCRIPTION:As part of their ongoing Build It Lecture Series\, Northwest Innovation Resource Center (NWIRC) has announced their November lecture\, entitled “Customer Loyalty: Attract New Customers and Develop a Following.” \nThe lecture will be given by Brad Stevens\, an expert in retail marketing and loyalty programs. Stevens has served at Nordstrom as VP of Customer Loyalty\, and at Starbucks where he founded the customer relationship management function and served as VP of U.S. Marketing. His team also launched the My Starbucks Rewards loyalty program and launched the mobile payment feature on Starbuck’s mobile app. \nThe program will also feature time for networking. \nInventor Insights is a great way for local innovators to test the waters with new ideas\, while also getting great tips from industry experts and other local entrepreneurs. November’s lecture should be especially useful for newly established businesses looking to build a customer base. \nThe event is free and will take place on November 5th from 4:00pm to 5:00pm at The Dorothy Haggen Conference Room\, 2211 Rimland Dr\, Room 106. To learn more about Inventor Insights or to register for the event\, visit the eventbrite page. Space is limited so reserve a spot ASAP.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/nwirc-november-inventor-insights-customer-loyalty/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:Whatcom Bed and Breakfast Guild Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Whatcom Bed and Breakfast Guild (WBBG) is inviting all local industry members to “renew\, refresh\, and refocus” at their Annual Meeting and Conference at the Chrysalis Inn. \nThe Annual Meeting is a chance for Whatcom County small business owners in the hospitality industry to socialize and share tips with their peers. The two-day conference involves networking events\, expert speaker sessions\, breakout sessions\, and time for relaxation. Highlights of the program include: \n\nA keynote speech by Jay Karen\, titled “Finding the Innkeeping Sweet Spot: Where Happiness\, Success\, and Sanity Meet”\n\nSpeakers from Acorn\, Bedandbreakfast.com\, and others\n\nA Vendor Trade Show and Networking event\n\nThe Annual Business Meeting\n\nWorkshops on topics such as e-Commerce\, Marketing\, and Traveler Trends\n\nThere will also be an optional bonus session (for an extra $35 fee) with Acorn Internet entitled “Uncovering the Secrets of a Superior Online Presence.”  \nThe theme of this year’s meeting is finding ways to balance the needs and sanity of the innkeeper with industry standards and the needs of your guests. WBBG encourages all innkeepers to attend\, and many of the events will help new B&B owners find ways to establish themselves and improve their visibility and services. \nThe price of registration is $189 for WBBG members and $239 for non-members. The fee includes workshops\, snack breaks\, dinner on the first night\, and breakfast and lunch during the second day. The fee DOES NOT include lodging\, so attendees must arrange to reserve their own rooms. WBBG encourages attendees to reserve at Chrysalis Inn and Spa using the WBBG special rate. \nThe event will start at 9:30am on Monday\, November 3rd\, and end at 4:30pm Tuesday\, November 4rd. More information and a full schedule can be found on the WBBG event page. Attendees can register on the eventbrite page before October 26th.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/whatcom-bed-breakfast-guild-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Chrysalis Inn\, 804 10th St\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Wild Wings Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for the NFL season to kick into gear\, Bellingham is getting our own place to enjoy a delicious basket of wings and nice cold one\, all while watching the Seahawks play (or any other team you might be rooting for). With over 30 flat screen TVs and a full selection of wings\, burgers\, and brews\, Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to watch your favorite games. \nThe grand opening of Buffalo Wild Wings will take place with a ribbon cutting at the Bellis Fair Mall on Monday\, October 27\, 2014 at 1:00 PM. Everyone is welcome and there is no fee to attend\, so swing by and be one of the first to check out the new location! \nUpdate: According to the Bellingham Herald\, the first 100 customers in line at the event will receive free wings for a year.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/buffalo-wild-wings-grand-opening/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:WBA Employer Healthcare Plan Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Whatcom Business Alliance and the Hecht Group are hosting a presentation focusing on approaches to minimize the negative impact of the Affordable Care Act on local businesses. As premium notices begin to arrive and employer mandates loom around the corner\, the presentation will address solutions for business owners to help them transition into life under the new healthcare law.  \nEvent Features: \n\nSection 1: “Meeting the requirements of the Affordable Care Act”  by Stacey Loucks\, Affordable Care Act Specialist\, EBMS\nSection 2: “How Bellingham Cold Storage saved millions on healthcare costs”  by Doug Thomas\, President/CEO\n\nSection 3: “Unveiling the WBA’s unique market based employer healthcare plan”  by Tricia Hecht-Glad\, President\, The Hecht Group\n\nThe options plan put together by the WBA was developed over several months through cooperation with over 20 companies\, each of which promised to enroll at least 35 employees in the plan. According to the WBA\, the options qualify %100 under the guidelines of the Affordable Care Act\, and will not raise companies’ premiums above their current costs. In some cases the options even saved companies money. This is a must-attend event for any Bellingham business owner concerned about meeting the ACA guidelines. \nThe event will be held at the Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, on October 23rd at 2:00pm. Attendance is free for WBA members\, and $25 for non-members. For more information or to register visit the WBA event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/wba-employer-healthcare-plan-launch/
LOCATION:Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, 4876 Haxton Way\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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SUMMARY:2014 Northwest Business Expo & Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Whatcom Business Alliance and Business Pulse Magazine are hosting the 29th annual Northwest Business Expo & Conference. The expo represents the largest business-to-business conference north of Seattle and includes over 60 business exhibitors\, seminars and presentations\, prize giveaways\, and the WBA President’s Club Reception. With leading businesses from around the region participating\, the conference is an excellent place to grow your brand\, learn from local industry leaders\, and build connections. \nHighlights from the program listed on the event site include: \n\nA revealing\, commissioned study of major industry impact in Whatcom County.\nA dynamic\, qualified WBA solution to company healthcare benefits\, especially critical for companies of 25 or more employees.\nA straight-talk WBA Speaker Series presentation by Bob Pritchett\, CEO of one of Whatcom’s premier businesses\, Logos Bible Software\, and author of Fire Someone Today.\n\nThe Northwest Business Expo & Conference takes place at the Events Center at Silver Reef Casino on October 23\, from 12:00pm to 7:00p.m. For more info or to register for booth space\, visit the registration website.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/2014-northwest-business-expo-conference/
LOCATION:Events Center at Silver Reef Casino\, 4876 Haxton Way\, Ferndale\, WA\, 98248\, United States
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SUMMARY:WWU Community Career and Internship Fair
DESCRIPTION:WWU Community Career and Internship Fair \nAre you looking for bright and highly motivated young minds to assist your business while learning about your work? Western Washington University is hosting its annual Community Career and Internship Fair Thursday October 23rd. Approximately 500 students from a wide variety of majors attend the fair each year\, looking for internships to prepare them for life after graduation.  \nIf your local small business needs a little extra manpower\, but you don’t have the resources to hire a new employee\, student interns can be great asset. Internships can also carry over into part- or full-time employment when the student graduates\, so you may find yourself training a valuable future employee. \nExhibitors at the event will receive a 3’ x 6’ table\, signage\, and a hospitality room provided by the University. The event organizers request that organizations only use tabletop displays\, not large backdrops. \nThe Career Services center states that\, as an exhibitor\, you will: \n\nMeet hundreds of motivated candidates for your internship & volunteer positions.\nBenefit from event publicity and promotions.\nExpand your network by meeting students\, connecting with faculty and communicating with representatives from other organizations.\n\nThe event will take place on campus in the Viking Union Multipurpose room from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Pre-registration is required\, and space is limited. Priority is given to nonprofit organizations and government agencies. Registration requires exhibitors to sign up with Viking CareerLink\, which is also a great resource to find college-educated employees. To learn more or to register\, visit the WWU Career Services event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/wwu-community-career-internship-fair/
LOCATION:Viking Union Multipurpose Room\, 516 High St\, Bellingham\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to diversify your customer base? Selling to the U.S. government is a great way to do just that. The federal government is the world’s largest consumer\, and buys virtually everything on the market. State and local governments also need suppliers for their goods. \nThe Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) of Economic Alliance Snohomish County is hosting a free workshop to help business learn the ins and outs of doing business with government institutions. The workshop will cover registrations\, classifications\, certifications\, solicitations\, regulations and more.  \nThis is a great opportunity for small businesses to open up additional avenues of revenue. It’s also a great way to become familiar with the Small Business Development Center at Western. \nThe event will take place on October 15th\, from 9:00am to 11:30am. It will take place at WWU’s Small Business Development Center. Sign up on the event registration page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/government-contracting-essentials/
LOCATION:WA
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SUMMARY:Is Your Business Fraud-Proof?
DESCRIPTION:Did you know 5% of gross revenues are lost to fraud each year? Have you considered whether or not your business is at risk from fraud? VSH and People’s Bank will help answer any questions you have about fraud in your business with a presentation entitled “Is Your Business Fraud-Proof?” The presentation will include: \n\nTristan Hurlbert\, a forensic accountant from VSH\, teaching local business owners create an environment in their company that mitigates fraud.\nPeople’s Bank discussing the tools banks have to help detect fraud in your business\nA talk from a local employee who has encountered fraud in the workplace\nA lecture from a local law enforcement officer on how fraud is found and prosecuted\n\nThe event will take place on October 14th at Hampton Inn’s Fox Hall. A buffet breakfast will be served at 7:00am\, followed by the presentation at 7:30. The event is free for all to attend. Register on the event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/business-fraud-proof/
LOCATION:Hampton Inn’s Fox Hall\, 3985 Bennett Dr\, Bellingham
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SUMMARY:Inbound Marketing Event Bellingham\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Invent Coworking\, a local coworking space in downtown Bellingham\, is sponsoring an event to help business owners make the most of their digital marketing. The event features Tony Sova\, owner of Softwired\, a local web design firm founded in 2006. Sova will discuss Inbound Marketing\, a strategy to help business go from simply having a website to guiding visitors all the way to becoming customers. The event promises to teach attendees design methods and more to help your business with effective web design. \nThis event should be a great way for businesses that are new to digital space make the most out of their websites. Small businesses and startups should find the talk particularly valuable\, especially if there is no one with web design experience on staff. Invent Coworking is also a great venue to meet other small business owners\, investors\, and entrepreneurs who are interested in forming collaborative relationships. Take this opportunity to network and learn more about improving your company’s digital space. \nThe Inbound Marketing talk will take place on Wednesday\, October 8th at 12:00pm. The event will be held at Invent Coworking\, located at 114 W. Magnolia St. Suite 505 Bellingham\, WA 98225. The talk is free for Invent members\, $12 for non-members\, and includes lunch. Tickets for non-members can be purchased from Eventbrite.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/inbound-marketing-event-bellingham-wa/
LOCATION:Invent Coworking\, 114 W. Magnolia St. Suite 505\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advantages of Hiring a Veteran Event in Bellingham\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Local Veteran’s Employment Representative William Adamek is hosting a session to teach employers about the benefits of hiring veterans\, and the best way to go about it. Adamek has been working as an advocate for the hiring of veterans for over a decade\, and also has a 22-year military background. He has assisted companies from Alaska to Hawaii with setting up corporate level veteran hiring programs\, with an emphasis on hiring disabled soldiers. \nThis session should be informative for both large and small business owners who are interested in learning more about working with veterans. Veterans can\, usually\, list extensive technical skills and leadership experience among their credentials\, and are often valued as responsible and polite employees. Although larger businesses should be more capable of providing the resources necessary to hire disabled veterans\, small business owners should also consider attending to determine whether or not a returning soldier might fit their hiring needs. \nThe event will take place on Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Northwood Hall\, 3240 Northwest Ave. Bellingham\, WA 98225. Tickets can include both the program and lunch\, or the program as a standalone\, and may be purchased from Eventbrite. The standalone program is free for students.\n
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/advantages-hiring-veteran-event-bellingham-wa/
LOCATION:Northwood Hall\, 3240 Northwest Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bellingham Scary History Tours
DESCRIPTION:It’s October again\, and that means Halloween is coming\, which in turn means that Scary History Tours are back from the Bureau of Historical Investigation. The Bureau’s Good Time Girls promise to “thrill and chill you with local lore and real history!” If your staff have the stomach for it\, the tours offer a great opportunity for a Fall team building exercise. They also provide those of an entrepreneurial spirit the chance to see a successful homegrown business in action\, and maybe pick up some inspiration alongside the trauma. \nWhat you need to know: \n\nBellingham tours take place on Friday and Saturday nights\, and meet at the Bureau of Historical Investigation\nFairhaven tours take place on Friday nights only\, and meet in the indoor courtyard of the Sycamore Square Building\nA special tour + costume masquerade takes place on Wednesday\, October 29th at Bayou on the Bay.\nBellingham tours are Friday and Saturday nights\, running all month. Fairhaven tours are Friday nights only.\nGeneral admission is $15.\nSpecial tarot readings from a local psychic can be purchased for $10 after Saturday Downtown tours\, or palm readings for $8 after the Fairhaven tours.\n\nThe tours are rated R for violence\, gore\, and language\, so minors between 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. To purchase tickets or learn more visit the Bureau’s event page.
URL:https://bellinghambusinessnews.com/event/bellingham-scary-history-tours/
LOCATION:Bureau of Historical Investigation\, 217 West Holly St\, Bellingham\, WA\, United States
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