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Events
| Thu, October 1 |
Madison Area ExecuNet Meeting |
| 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
George Vitense Community Room, 5501 Schroeder Road, West Beltline & Whitney Way, Madison 53711 |
| This meeting is for executives and highly compensated professions in job transition or who anticipate job transition. It is not appropriate for anyone who is coming to prospect with the intent of offering services or products for sale. For more information, please check the event website. |
| Cost: |
$20.00 for registrations by 9/28/09; $25.00 after 9/1/09 |
| Website: |
https://www.123signup.com/event?id=jmgsr |
| Contact: |
Clara Hurd Nydam (608) 274-2430 Clara.Nydam@CareerMomentum.com |
| Thu, October 1 |
The Business Alliance Monthly Planning Team meeting |
| 6:00 PM |
OutReach, Inc., 600 Williamson St Ste P, Madison, WI 53703 |
October 2009 Monthly Planning Team meeting at OutReach, Inc., 600 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
Get Involved! Bring your ideas and energy. All are invited & encouraged to participate!
The Business Alliance, Greater Madison's LGBT Chamber of Commerce, since 1994.
Business Owners - Professionals - Individuals - Allies.
Planning Team meeting, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 10/1/2009, Thursday, at OutReach, 600 Williamson Street, Madison, WI 53703 (in the Gateway Mall).
Get Involved! All are invited & encouraged to participate!
Please join us! Let us know what we can do to promote your business and how we can build community connections. We will be making some key decisions concerning our future as an organization. Get involved and learn what we can do together to enhance your potential.
Mark your calendar for the next Planning Meetings in 2009:
November 5, 2009
December 3, 2009
And, mark your calendar for the Planning Meetings in 2010:
January 7, 2010
February 4, 2010
March 4, 2010
April 1, 2010
May 6, 2010
June 3, 2010
July 1, 2010
August 5, 2010
September 2, 2010
October 7, 2010
November 4, 2010
December 2, 2010
The Business Alliance, affiliated with OutReach, Inc.
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| Cost: |
FREE |
| Website: |
http://madisonbusinessalliance.com |
| Contact: |
Scott Mickelson 608-301-5334 business-alliance@live.com |
| Thu, October 1 |
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: Light the Night Walk |
| Registration begins at 5:00 p.m.; Walk begins at 7:00 p.m. |
Beginning at Olin Park |
Fun, family event which includes a 2 mile walk beginning at Olin Park and winding along a picturesque trail to celebrate and commemorate lives touched by cancer. Walking in twilight, participants hold illuminated balloons-white for survivors, red for supporters, gold in memory of a life lost
More than a walk, the evening is a community gathering that includes music,
food, and family activities to support the mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
in the fight against leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma.
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| Contact: |
Brianna Jacques (608) 826-1032 brianna.jacques@lls.org |
| Fri, October 2 |
Focus on Energy Presents Solar Energy Conference |
| 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
Midwest Airlines Center |
WHAT:
Focus on Energy, Wisconsin's statewide resource for energy efficiency and renewable energy, along with We Energies and Wisconsin Green Building Alliance, will demonstrate how Wisconsin residents can incorporate solar electric and solar water heating systems into their businesses, careers and homes at the upcoming conference Wisconsin’s Solar Decade: 2005 to 2015.
Now in its fifth year, the conference offers firsthand access to the industry’s top experts, dozens of workshops and exhibits, and the latest developments in the world of solar energy. New this year, admission to the conference also includes afternoon bus tours to the largest solar installations in Wisconsin.
WHEN and
WHERE:
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Midwest Airlines Center
400 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
REGISTRATION and
COST:
Those interested in learning more about or attending Wisconsin’s Solar Decade can visit solardecade.com. Costs are as follows:
-General Admission: $125 per person
-Afternoon Admission (Begins at 1:30 p.m., includes Exhibit Hall, Afternoon Sessions, and Bus Tours):
-$25 in advance, $35 at the door
-Students $10 in advance, $15 at the door
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
-Businesses and homeowners interested in participating in the solar energy market
-Solar energy professionals
-Organizations interested in supporting the solar energy market
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| Website: |
http://www.solardecade.com |
| Contact: |
Focus on Energy 800.762.7077 Focusinfo@focusonenergy.com |
| Fri, October 2 |
"The Flexibility Stigma: How to make flexibility policies truly usable" |
| 8:30am to 12:00pm |
Room 1610 Engineering Hall, 1415 Enginering Drive, University of Wisconsin campus, Madison, Wisconsin |
Distinguished lecturer: Joan C. Williams, Distinguished Professor of Law, University of California-Hastings.
Panelists: Biddy Martin (Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Madison), Roberta Gassman (Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development), Laurie Benson (owner, LB Unlimited), Duncan Highsmith (former president and CEO, Highsmith Inc.).
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| Cost: |
Free, but advance registration requested |
| Website: |
http://wiseli.engr.wisc.edu/denton/denton-lecture2009.php |
| Contact: |
Vicki Bier (608) 262-2064 bier@engr.wisc.edu |
| Fri, October 2 |
The Gallery at Yahara bay presents the work of
Karen Sund-Currie |
| 5:00PM 8:00PM |
Yahara Bay Distillery 3118 Kingsley Way madison wi 53713 |
| An opening reception for Karen Sund-Currie, a Madison West art teach exhibiting extraordinary work not shown for over a decade. The work will be showing through the first week of Nov. 2009. Friday, October2, 2009 Karen will be available for comments and fun. Join in with food, music, and beverages.This part of the Madison gallery night event. The distillery will be open for tours. |
| Cost: |
free |
| Contact: |
Catherine Forde-Quint 608-513-8862 catherine@basketreegifts.com |
| Sat, October 3 |
2009 Dane County Memory Walk |
| 8:00 am |
Warner Park Shelter |
Join other supporters at the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk on Saturday, October 3, 2009, 8:00 a.m., starting at the Warner Park Shelter, 1511 Northport Dr., Madison. Memory Walk is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and critically needed funds for Alzheimer care, support and research programs. In 2008, the South Central Wisconsin Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association had over 2,000 people participate in their seven local Memory Walk events.
Alzheimer’s disease affects as many as 5.3 million Americans, and as the baby boomer generation continues to age, more people are at risk. Participating in Memory Walk not only raises funds, it also raises awareness about this growing disease.
As a new option in addition to the walk, we are also offering a chip-timed Open 5K Run. Cost is $35 per person. Registration is 7:00 a.m. and the run starts at 8:00 a.m., or pre-register at Endurance House in Greenway Station (www.endurancehouse.com). Check the Alzheimer’s Association's website for more details.
Registration for the walk event is available online or contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 608.232.3400 to request a brochure or more information. |
| Cost: |
Walk is free; donations appreciated. Run is $35 per person. |
| Website: |
http://www.alz.org/scwisc |
| Contact: |
Miriam Boegel 608-232-3400 miriam.boegel@alz.org |
| Sat, October 3 |
CAI-WI Madison Area Condo Conference & Tradeshow |
| 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Monona Terrace Community & Conventer Center |
| Attention condo owners and property managers -- Don't miss vendor exhibits and educational sessions on condo life, Board roles, condo laws, insurance, rules, regulations & more. Walk-ins welcome! |
| Cost: |
Free to CAI members; $20 for non-members |
| Website: |
www.cai-wi.org |
| Contact: |
Debra Pass 262-532-2440 info@cai-wi.org |
| Sun, October 4 |
Literacy Network Run/Walk |
| 10:30 |
315 W Gorham Street |
| 18th Annual Literacy Network Run/Walk |
| Cost: |
$30 before Sept 28; $35 after Sept 28 |
| Website: |
www.litnetwork.org |
| Contact: |
Jeff Burkhart 608/244-3911 jeff@litnetwork.org |
| Tue, October 6 |
Business Before 9 |
| 8 a.m. |
Candlewood Suites - 5421 Caddis Bend - Fitchburg |
| Join your fellow Chamber Members for a networking breakfast. Meet new members, find out what's new at the Chamber and what's happening at the City, enjoy networking and breakfast! Thank you to our sponsors MG&E and Park Bank and our host Candlewood Suites. |
| Cost: |
Free for Members & $20 for non-members |
| Website: |
www.fitchburgchamber.com |
| Contact: |
Bethany Klein (608) 288-8284 bklein@fitchburgchamber.com |
| Tue, October 6 |
GMCC ANNUAL DINNER with Jake Leinenkugel |
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Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center |
| This year’s keynote speaker is Thomas “Jake” Leinenkugel, fifth-generation brewer and president of the Leinenkugel Brewing Company. |
| Website: |
http://www.greatermadisonchamber.com/events/annual_dinner |
| Contact: |
Amy Torgeson 608-443-1954 atorgeson@greatermadisonchamber.com |
| Wed, October 7 |
Biotechnology Vision Summit 2009
Thriving in Turbulent Times: Unprecedented Opportunities in the 2010's |
| 7:30am - 5:45pm |
Madison Marriott West |
Hear from senior biotechnology leaders in a full day of informative presentations and conversations around the challenges and opportunities in biotechnology today and into the 2010's.
Program highlights:
- Plenary Sessions
- Concurrent Sessions on therapeutics, medical devices, tools, and more...
- Exhibit Hall with over 40 participants
- Collaboration Corner
- Luncheon Roundtables
- and more! |
| Cost: |
Early Bird Registration Ends Sept 18th |
| Website: |
http://www.bioforward.org/biotech_vision_summit.php |
| Contact: |
BioForward 608-236-4693 events@bioforward.org |
| Thu, October 8 |
Hidden Messages Behind Unpleasant Work Places |
| 9am-12pm |
The Empowerment Cafe 199 Cottage Grove Rd. Madison |
Please join us.... on October 8th, Enjoy some snacks and drinks as we uncover the hidden messages of obstacles that shut down lines of communication, create tension, stress and conflict in the workplace. We all want a fun and enjoyable work environment and want to bring about our best skills and talents, but when obstacles create an unpleasant environment, then it keeps us from having fun and enjoying our day. In this workshop you will learn a easy method to improve the work place for yourself and others. Bring examples of the obstacles in your work place and learn how to apply this easy method.
Dolores Kokinos has devoted over 25 years of research, study and experience of human behavior into the development of The Empowerment Principles. This unique model has helped people of all ages, in all areas of their lives, and professions.
We look forward to you joining us!
Dolores Kokinos |
| Cost: |
$45.00 |
| Website: |
www.TheEmpowermentCafe.com |
| Contact: |
Dolores Kokinos 608-235-5218 Dolores@TheEmpowermentCafe.com |
| Thu, October 8 |
Turning Contacts Into Business |
| 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Johnny Delmonico's - Madison |
Matt Anderson, of the Referral Authority, has grown his business exclusively by referrals, relationship building, and networking. He specializes in coaching sales professionals how to network effectively and build a referral-based business.
Recent clients include Prudential Financial, US Bank, Virginia Asset Management, State Farm Insurance, and MetLife. He is the author of the upcoming book Fearless Referrals and is regular contributing author to one of the best known resource for financial advisors: Horsesmouth.com and has recorded several corporate training videos for New York Life on referrals and networking. He lives in Madison, WI but hails from Coventry, England, consistently voted home of Western Europe’s Most Unfriendly and Least Intelligent People as well as the Best Place to Get Beaten Up in Broad Daylight. |
| Cost: |
SME Members are free. Non-members are welcome for $35. |
| Website: |
www.smemadison.com |
| Contact: |
Adrianne Tritt (608) 664-3421 info@smemadison.com |
| Sat, October 10 |
Oak Bank's 9th Annual Great Pumpkin Give Away |
| 10 am to 1 pm |
In the green space adjacent to the Oak Bank building, at the corner of County PD and Seminole Hwy |
Oak Bank will hold its annual Great Pumpkin Give Away Saturday, October 10th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Oak Bank in Fitchburg. All cash donations from this year’s event will benefit The Road Home Dane County. Guests of all ages are invited to attend. The Great Pumpkin Give Away will feature free pumpkins, kids’ activities, refreshments, prizes and a Fun Play Inflatable bouncer. Special guest appearances this year include Bucky Badger, the Oscar Mayer Mini Wienermobile, Maynard the Mallard and Crash Helmet.
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| Cost: |
Suggested donation: $5 |
| Website: |
www.oakbankonline.com |
| Contact: |
Karen (608) 441-6000 kvirnoche@oakbankonline.com |
| Sat, October 10 |
The 5 Essential and ONLY Ways to Grow YOUR Profits... In Any Economy! |
| 11:15-1:00 |
The Madison Club |
ActionCOACH workshop for Madison Business Owners:
The 5 Essential and ONLY Ways to Grow YOUR Profits... In Any Economy!
90 minute session will cover:
1. Profit improvement of up to 61%
2. Finding qualified leads with less marketing dollars
3. Converting more leads into paying customers, who come back again and again...
4. Identifying where the business is losing profit today - and how to get it back
Event Information
When: Tues, Nov 10 2009
Time: Registration and Networking 11:15- 11:30
Workshop 11:30-1:00
Where: The Madison Club
5 E. Wilson St.
Madison, WI 53703
Investment: $29.99
� Includes Lunch
� 60-90 Minute Coaching Session with a licensed coach
� Early Bird Special: Register & Pay by Oct 30, 2009 for a 50% Savings!
SEATS ARE LIMITED
Reservations: (608) 821-0702 or adminmadison@actioncoach.com
Presenters
Susan Thomson and Todd Kent own Madison-based ActionCOACH, a licensed franchise of ActionCOACH Business Coaching - the World’s #1 Business Coaching Firm (Entrepreneur Magazine, 2005-2008). Formerly Action International, the company was founded in 1993 and currently has 1,200 certified coaches worldwide. ActionCOACH works with owners and CEOs to improve profitability and cash flow through a series of proprietary processes and tools, and one-on-one and group mentoring. Contact ActionCOACH at 608-821-0702, or at www.actioncoach.com/susanthomson and www.actioncoach.com/toddkent.
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| Cost: |
29.99 |
| Website: |
www.actioncoach.com/toddkent |
| Contact: |
Lynn 608-821-0702 adminmadison@actioncoach.com |
| Sun, October 11 |
Doc du Jour |
| 3 p.m. |
Blue Spoon Cafe in Middleton |
This Sunday, physicians from Dean Clinics and St. Mary’s Hospital move away from medicine to chop, sauté and marinade. It’s all part of an annual culinary competition benefiting Dean Foundation's Health Outreach Programs, called Doc du Jour!
Guests can gather to watch the competition, starting at 3 p.m. at the Blue Spoon Café in Middleton. The doctors will serve up creative cuisine, accompanied by a generous variety of domestic and foreign wines. At the end of the afternoon, guests vote on their favorite dish. The winner receives the prestigious title of Doc du Jour! Returning chefs include Dean CEO & President Craig Samitt, MD, Dr. Zorba Paster, Dr. Michael Frontiera and defending champion Dr. Bill Ehrhardt!
To tease your taste buds, here are some of the hors d’oeuvres our docs will be preparing!
-Chickpea Polenta with Olives -Smoked Salmon Cheesecake w/ Indonesian Crackers
-Cauliflower Soup “Cappuccino” -Thai ‘Tasteations’
-Wonton Cups with Fresh Berries
In an ongoing effort to increase awareness of proper nutrition and healthy eating, hors d’oeuvres prepared for Doc du Jour will follow eating well nutrition and recipe guidelines. These guidelines prescribe nutritional standards for healthy weight, heart health, high calcium, potassium and fiber, as well as low calories, carbs, cholesterol and sodium. In adhering to these guidelines, Doc du Jour’s goal is to demonstrate that delicious food can be nutritious, too.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid on gourmet meals prepared exclusively for them in the competing physicians’ homes. The dinners typically include a first course, soup/salad, entrée and dessert, along with accompanying wine! Tickets for the Doc du Jour event are $75 per person, with proceeds benefiting Dean Foundation.
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| Cost: |
$75 |
| Website: |
www.dean.org |
| Tue, October 13 |
Dane Buy Local Evening Social |
| 4:30 - 6:00 PM |
Yahara Bay Distillers, Inc. - 3118 Kingsley Way |
| Dress casual and come network and socialize with your fellow Dane Buy Local members over Yahara Bay spirits and libations and FREE appetizers. |
| Website: |
danebuylocal.com |
| Tue, October 13 |
Effective Global Marketing: Electronic Media and Managing Global Websites |
| 11:30 am – 2:00 pm |
Aliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713 |
Madison International Trade Association (MITA) October Meeting - Joint Meeting with American Marketing Association
In an increasingly global environment, it is essential to learn to deal with different communication styles across cultures. The Madison International Trade Association, in conjunction with the American Marketing Association, brings you a program on effective global communication. Learn how language and cultural differences can impact your message in verbal and written communications. Mistakes can lead to misunderstandings and a lack of proper messaging.
One key way for companies to communicate with potential and existing customers is through their web presence. A successful global website must take into consideration cultural, linguistic, legal, and other aspects of target countries. This program will address the challenges of a global web presence and provide examples of best practices in this critical and fast-growing area of global business.
Speakers:
Ulrich Henes, President, The Localization Institute
Michael S. Bradley, Global Product Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific
11:30 am – Registration and Networking
12:00 pm – Lunch
12:30 pm – Program
2:00 pm – Adjourn
Registration: On-line registration is available on the Madison International Trade Association website, http://www.MITAweb.org.
Or you register by sending an e-mail to Jill Carmichael, MITA Treasurer, at jcarmichael@johnsonbank.com by Friday, October 9. |
| Cost: |
$20 for members, $30 for non-members |
| Website: |
www.mitaweb.org |
| Contact: |
Stanley Pfrang (608) 267-0639 stanley.pfrang@wisconsin.gov |
| Tue, October 13 |
Job Accommodations in the Workplace |
| 9 am until 12 noon |
Howard Johnson Plaza, 3841 E. Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53704 |
| Epilepsy Foundation Southern Wisconsin is hosting a program on accommodations in the workplace for those with epilepsy and disabilities. This program is geared towards employers and HR professionals in order to provide them with the latest on legal rights and responsibilities, examples of reasonable accommodations, an introduction on epilepsy and seizure disorders, and a synopsis on the impact of epilepsy on employment. Find out how providing accommodations in the workplace can actually save you money and help your company or organization retain money in the long run! |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Contact: |
Dennis Perkins (608) 442-5555 dennisperkins80@yahoo.com |
| Tue, October 13 |
The Fundamentals of Finance for Nonfinancial Managers |
| 8:15-11:00 AM |
The Madison Club |
ActionCOACH of Madison and Executive Business Builders
present
The Fundamentals of Finance for Nonfinancial Managers
Madison, WI - The world of Business is changing FAST! Are your financial skills up to speed? Don’t let your fear of finance set you back.
In this high-impact, 2 ½ hr. seminar you will learn the concepts, tools and techniques that can help you make each business decision pay off and keep your bottom line healthy!
What You Will Cover:
ï Learning the Language – Key financial terms and concepts
ï Your Financial Statements: Interpreting Your Company’s Financial Signals
o Profit Planning
o Budgeting/Revenues & Expenses/Cash Flow Analysis
ï Determining Your Company’s Well-being and Keeping Your Bottom line Healthy
Event Information
When: Fri, Nov 13 2009
Time: Registration and Networking 8:15- 8:30 AM
Workshop 8:30-11:00 AM
Where: The Madison Club
5 E. Wilson St.
Madison, WI 53703
Investment: $39.99
Early Bird Special: Register & Pay by Oct 30, 2009 for a 50% Savings!
Attending this workshop entitles you to reserve a FREE 30 day trial of The Business Analyst and a FREE follow up meeting with both Executive Business Builders and ActionCOACH. These meetings include the identification of the specific challenges your are facing today and need to address now, specific strategies to propel your business forward, and evaluate your 5 ways profit potential.
Executive Business Builders will challenge you to think differently about everything from your financial planning, profitability and marketing to your overall business model; from "Garage to Greatness" Executive Business Builders will give you tools to help you create a more profitable and flexible business.
Susan Thomson and Todd Kent own Madison-based ActionCOACH, a licensed franchise of ActionCOACH Business Coaching - the World’s #1 Business Coaching Firm (Entrepreneur Magazine, 2005-2008). Formerly Action International, the company was founded in 1993 and currently has 1,200 certified coaches worldwide. ActionCOACH works with owners and CEOs to improve profitability and cash flow through a series of proprietary processes and tools, and one-on-one and group mentoring. Contact ActionCOACH at 608-821-0702, or at www.actioncoach.com/susanthomson and www.actioncoach.com/toddkent.
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| Cost: |
39.99 |
| Website: |
www.actioncoach.com/toddkent |
| Contact: |
Lynn 608-821-0702 adminmadison@actioncoach.com |
| Tue, October 13 |
Wisconsin BBB Business Ethics Torch Award |
| 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee |
The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau (BBB), a statewide non-profit organization, will host the 7th annual Business Ethics Torch Awards, honoring businesses and charities who demonstrate exceptional ethics.
Keynote speaker is Packer legend Willie Davis, Pro Football & Packers Hall of Famer and owner of All Pro Broadcasting. The event will be preceded by the Ethics & Integrity Leadership Summit, beginning at 8:30 am. The summit is a series of workshops designed to help businesses with today's ethical challenges. Cost of both the luncheon and workshop is $100. |
| Cost: |
$50 (luncheon only - BBB accredited businesses), $65 (for all others) |
| Website: |
http://www.wisconsin.bbb.org/events |
| Contact: |
Carole Milos 414-847-6064 cmilos@wisconsin.bbb.org |
| Wed, October 14 |
“The Five Time-tested Keys of Estimating that Successful Project Managers Can’t Live Without!” |
| 5:30-8PM |
The Madison Concourse Hotel |
In project management’s realm nothing is more valuable than estimates that accurately reflect reality, motivate completion, and facilitate rigorous accountability. During this unique, concise presentation you will receive the keys for complete mastery of an enduring PM challenge.
Sponsor: Project Management Institute: Madison/South Central Wisconsin Chapter, PMP professionals will earn one (1) PDU, Time: 5:30-8PM, cash bar and networking 5:30-7PM, Speaker: 7-8PM, Registration: www.PMI-Madison.org, deadline 10/9/09—walk-ins welcome. |
| Cost: |
Reduced Cost: $15 for members and $25 for non-members. |
| Website: |
www.pmi-madison.org |
| Contact: |
Rosemary Wright 608.831.1763 marketing@pmi-madison.org |
| Wed, October 14 |
Requisite Video Live & Interactive |
| 3:30pm |
Online - requisitevideoproductions.blogspot.com/ |
| This is a live and interactive web show broadcast from the Requisite Video studios in Madison, WI. We will interview three local experts on various topics. Web viewers will have a chance to interact with us and our guests through online chat. The show will run approximately 30 minutes. |
| Cost: |
$0 |
| Website: |
http://requisitevideoproductions.blogspot.com/ |
| Contact: |
Paul Ranola 608-698-6513 paul@requisitevideo.com |
| Thu, October 15 |
Applied Tech Presents: Reduce IT Costs Through Virtualization |
| 8:00am |
Lussier Family Heritage Center - 3101 Lake Farm Road - Madison, WI 53711 |
Understand the benefits and drawbacks of the different software and technology available for virtualization. This seminar will provide the answers to many of the virtualization questions swirling in server, workstation and storage virtualization today.
During this free half-day event you will hear how virtualization has progressed to an actual concept storage managers are using to minimize the amount of machines needed to manage and to reduce the overall costs of IT and energy usage. We will also look at how storage virtualization makes heterogeneous storage compatible, eases data migration and enables consolidation.
Seating for this seminar is free for IT professionals and those responsible for IT in their organization. To claim your seat, register today online at www.appliedtech.us or by
contacting Julie Vike at 608.257.6051 x23 or vike@appliedtech.us
Topics include:
� Introduction to Virtualization: It’s not just for big businesses
� Virtualization Products/Major Players
� Virtualization Technologies – Server, Desktops, Storage
� The Road to Virtualization – Planning and Managing
� Reduction of costs: Including power and cooling, licensing costs, and labor
What you can expect?
Our event starts with a continental breakfast provided by Market Street Diner and ends with time for Q&A’s with our keynote speaker, other industry experts, and System Specialists from Applied Tech.
Register at www.appliedtech.us Questions? Please contact Julie Vike at 608.257.6051 x23 or vike@appliedtech.us |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.appliedtech.us |
| Contact: |
Julie Vike 608-257-6051 vike@appliedtech.us |
| Thu, October 15 |
Diversity and Racism A Fresh New Perspective |
| 9-11am |
199 Cottage Grove Rd. Madison WI 53716 |
Please join us.... on October 15th, Enjoy some snacks and drinks as we discuss how racism and diversity affects many people in our communities, schools and work place. This seminar will shed new light on this issue that has plagued our country for centuries. Once we better understand the root of diversity and racism it is easier to bring an end to the effects and injustices that surround it. We look forward to you joining us as we openly talk about this difficult topic.
Dolores Kokinos has devoted over 25 years of research, study and experience of human behavior into the development of The Empowerment Principles. This unique model has helped people of all ages, in all areas of their lives, and professions.
We look forward to you joining us! |
| Cost: |
$15.00 |
| Website: |
www.TheEmpowermentCafe.com |
| Contact: |
Dolores Kokinos 608-235-5218 Dolores@TheEmpowermentCafe.com |
| Thu, October 15 |
Free Seminar: Taking Charge – Rebuilding Your Credit |
| 6:00-7:00 pm |
East Madison Community Center, 8 Straubel Ct. |
The information in your credit report can affect your ability to get a loan, rent an apartment or even get a job. Summit will go over the benefits and costs of credit cards, how to pay-down debt, and give you the inside scoop on how to improve your credit score.
Call EMCC to register at: (608) 249-0861.
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| Cost: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Cheryl Tessier 608-467-4408 ctessier@finessepr.net |
| Thu, October 15 |
GMCC October Business Card Exchange |
| 4:30-6:30pm |
Holiday Inn at the American Center, 5109 W. Terrace Drive, Madison, WI |
GMCC Business Card Exchanges are a great opportunity to grow your business network, gain exposure for your business and have a great time with fellow GMCC members and their guests. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to swap, and share what your business has to offer by placing a brochure (one per company) on the unstaffed table.
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| Cost: |
$10 for nonmembers and guests |
| Website: |
http://www.greatermadisonchamber.com/events/program_overview/business_card_exchanges/39 |
| Contact: |
Amy Torgeson 608-443-1954 atorgeson@greatermadisonchamber.com |
| Thu, October 15 |
Pay It Forward Charity Effort |
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
bottom of State Street next to the Memorial Library |
Summit Credit Union will take its successful ‘Pay It Forward’ grass-roots charity effort to the streets, where passersby will be asked, “If we gave you $10, what would you do for someone else?” For the video-taped answers, the first 200 individuals will receive $10 — free — with the assignment to do something good for someone else, to Pay it Forward.
Open to the community, the event will be held on Thurs., Oct. 15 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the bottom of State Street next to the Memorial Library.
Video-taped responses will be posted at www.summitcreditunion.com and at www.youtube.com and participants are encouraged to share their videos with friends and family via their e-mail, Facebook, MySpace or Twitter accounts. Participants are asked to provide a quick update on what they did with their $10 and share their comments about their experience Paying it Forward at www.summitcreditunion.com
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| Cost: |
free |
| Website: |
www.summitcreditunion.com |
| Contact: |
(608) 243-5000 |
| Thu, October 15 |
Socially Responsible/Sustainable Investing in a Green World |
| 7 p.m. |
Edgewood College - Deming Way Campus |
| Is it possible to align your investment strategy to increase financial return and social good? Yes it is. This is called Socially Responsible Investing and it looks at a bigger picture when building a portfolio. Everyone has their own values and knows what's important to them. Identifying your individual concerns (and to what level you're willing to compromise) is vital to building an SRI portfolio. Savant experts help you understand what it takes to achieve a "green" portfolio. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.savantcapital.com/sage |
| Contact: |
Brent Lindell (608) 831-1300 blindell@savantcapital.com |
| Thu, October 15 |
Workshop: Engaging Your Nonprofit Board |
| 9:00AM-11:00AM (reg at 8:30AM) |
Goodman Community Center, 149 Waubesa St., Madison |
A non-profit Board can be among its most powerful assets -- when used correctly. Too often, Board members end up listening to committee reports and focusing on typos in the minutes, rather than providing the oversight and insight needed for the organization to remain viable amidst changing conditions. The result is that people neglect their responsibilities or deflect them to others who already have much to do. To address these challenges, people need to know and understand the importance of their roles and how concrete tools and techniques can convert even things like fundraising into rewarding tasks.
Attendees will walk away with ideas and actions for energizing and engaging Board members to advance the organization's mission. The session will be led by Melanie Schmidt, principal of Timpano Consulting. |
| Cost: |
$40 (inc. seminar, materials & morning refreshments) |
| Website: |
http://bit.ly/ALfef |
| Contact: |
Melanie Schmidt (608) 251-0808, ext. 1# rsvp@timpanoconsulting.com |
| Sat, October 17 |
Dog Den Badger Saturdays |
| During Badger Football Game |
The Dog Den, LLC |
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Giene Keyes, Owner, The Dog Den, LLC 608-278-7529, giene@thedogden.com
Doggie Football Camp!
The Dog Den’s FIFTH season of Badger Football Games!
All pups get a hot dog at halftime!
Madison, WI� Presenting The Dog Den’s fifth season of fun during Badger Football Saturdays! Socialization, fun, tricks & games! And – Every dog gets a hot dog for halftime fun! Overnight sleepovers offered for all late games (Saturday, September 5th) – Yes, the staff sleeps right with the dogs!
Join us for home Badger Football games
We’d love to meet your dog!
“We love bringing our dog to the Dog Den for their football Saturdays! We are tired after the game and now our dog is too! It is so nice to be able to take them to place that you trust, where the staff knows your dog and loves your dog just as much as you do! You can tell they are sincere.”
The Dog Den is a safe hang-out for Madison area dogs. We provide Dog Daycare, Training, Behavior Consultations and Puppy Playgroups! Daycare with us includes social fun, games, training and education. Here your dog can run and play with his friends, get plenty of attention and snuggle time from our Canine Behavior Specialists, and be dog-tired when you return from your fun day at the football game!
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The Dog Den, LLC 2821 Index Road, Right off of the Beltline at the Fish Hatchery Road Exit
www.thedogden.com
“A tired dog is a good dog!”
Giene Wicker, Owner
Phone: 608-278-7529
Email: giene@thedogden.com
Web Site: www.thedogden.com
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| Cost: |
$20.00 per dog |
| Website: |
http://www.thedogden.com |
| Contact: |
Giene Keyes 608-278-7529 giene@thedogden.com |
| Sat, October 17 |
Health Literacy Awareness Event |
| 6:00 pm |
Barnes and Noble West, 7433 Mineral Point Road, Madison |
Literacy skills are the strongest predictor of a person's health status.
In recognition of health literacy month, Literacy Network will present a readings by two great area authors, along with discussion by Wisconsin's foremost expert on the topic of health literacy.
On October 17, at 6:00 pm, Literacy Network of Dane County will host a health literacy discussion and bookfair at Barnes and Noble West, 7433 Mineral Point Road in Madison. About the Authors Steve Busalacchi is the author of White Coat Wisdom: Extraordinary Doctors Talk About What They Do, How They Got There and Why Medicine Is So Much More Than A Job. The book has garnered a great deal of critical acclaim in 2009, winning the Eric Hoffer award for best health-related book of the year. White Coat Wisdom has also been a finalist for the Montaigne Medal and the Indie Book Awards. Dick Edwards is the author of Mom, Dad�Can We Talk?, a book resource guide for people who are concerned about their aging parents and their health concerns. The book contains personal stories and quotes from adult children that help personalize and humanize the final stage of the parent-child relationship, to help ensure the best possible outcome. Mr. Edwards has more than 35 years of experience working with older adults and their families. He was the administrator of a retirement home, and a researcher at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Paul Smith, Wisconsin's leading voice for health literacy, will also join us at the discussion. Dr. Smith was honored this fall with the Sally Sunde Family Advocate Award for his role in organizing regional and statewide health literacy summits. Dr. Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at UW-Madison, and is a board member of Wisconsin Literacy. Barnes and Noble will donate a percentage of sales through this program to Literacy Network.
About the Authors
Steve Busalacchi is the author of White Coat Wisdom: Extraordinary Doctors Talk About What They Do, How They Got There and Why Medicine Is So Much More Than A Job. The book has garnered a great deal of critical acclaim in 2009, winning the Eric Hoffer award for best health-related book of the year. White Coat Wisdom has also been a finalist for the Montaigne Medal and the Indie Book Awards.
Dick Edwards is the author of Mom, Dad�Can We Talk?, a resource guide for people who are concerned about their aging parents and their health concerns. The book contains personal stories and quotes from adult children that help personalize and humanize the final stage of the parent-child relationship, to help ensure the best possible outcome. Mr. Edwards has more than 35 years of experience working with older adults and their families. He was the administrator of a retirement home, and a researcher at the Mayo Clinic.
Dr. Paul Smith, Wisconsin's leading voice for health literacy, will also join us at the discussion. Dr. Smith was honored this fall with the Sally Sunde Family Advocate Award for his role in organizing regional and statewide health literacy summits. Dr. Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at UW-Madison, and is a board member of Wisconsin Literacy.
Barnes and Noble will donate a percentage of sales through this program to Literacy Network. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.litnetwork.org |
| Contact: |
Jeff Burkhart 608-244-3911 jeff@litnetwork.org |
| Mon, October 19 |
Capital K9s Benefit Night |
| 4 - 10 PM |
Texas Roadhouse near East Towne |
| Please join us on Monday, October 19th at the Texas Roadhouse near East Towne for a Capital K9s Benefit Night. 10% of food purchases that evening will be donated to Capital K9s when you present the flyer to your server. Restaurant is open from 4 - 10 PM and we will have MPD K9 teams available to meet and greet. Contact Dan McIlroy, President of Capital K9s, for a copy of the flyer - 839-3664. |
| Cost: |
$.00 |
| Website: |
www.capitalk9s.org |
| Contact: |
Dan McIlroy 608-839-3664 dmcilroy@proadspec.com |
| Tue, October 20 |
Business Alliance Beat the Cold Meet and Greet at Plan B, to benefit AIDS Network's Food Pantry |
| 5:30 PM |
Plan B, 924 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703 |
BYOS (Bring Your Own Soap): Donate to AIDS Network's Food Pantry with detergent and cleaning supplies, Network, & Learn About Our Host, Plan B, all at NO CHARGE!
October 2009 Business Alliance Beat the Cold Meet and Greet at Plan B, 924 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, benefiting AIDS Network's Food Pantry when you bring and donate detergent and cleaning supplies
This month, be proud of yourself, enjoy something good to eat, feel good inside, and help others by joining the Business Alliance's monthly Beat the Cold Meet and Greet at Plan B. Bring and donate detergent and cleaning supplies needed by AIDS Network's Food Pantry, as those items are very difficult for AIDS Network to get without purchasing them. (Otherwise, bring non-perishable food items.)
http://www.planbmadison.com
Plan B is a place where you can be proud to be yourself, providing a new place for everyone in which to feel comfortable. Their goal for the club is to provide an outlet for people to come and be reminded what fun is all about.
Owners Rico Sabatini and Corey Gresen will feature Bruschetta, Pita & Hummus, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Veggie Plate (wth dip), and chips and salsa from Plan B's new food menu. As well, Happy Hour features will be: $2 rail drinks; $1 off any drinks; $2 domestic beers; and $5 appetizers.
http://www.aidsnetwork.org
With offices in Madison, Beloit, and Janesville, AIDS Network is the state designated AIDS service provider for 13 counties in South Central Wisconsin.
Open is open every Wednesday (excluding the first Wednesday of the month), and designed to meet special nutritional and home supply needs, AIDS Network's Food Pantry is open to anyone who is HIV positive and living under 300% of the federal poverty level. To clear up earlier information, one does not have to be a client of AIDS Network to receive items from the food pantry. One must register and is encouraged to meet with the agency's nutritionist for a nutritional assessment in order to maximum the benefit of the program.
"Up until a few years ago, AIDS Network operated its own food pantry, but stopped when we were able to satisfy the needs of our clients using other resources in the community," said AIDS Network Executive Director Karen Dotson. "Unfortunately, much has changed in the past year or so and we realized that the only way we could properly serve our clients, most of whom live well below the poverty level, was to once again have our own food pantry."
The Business Alliance, Greater Madison's LGBT Chamber of Commerce, since 1994, affiliated with OutReach, Inc.
Business Owners - Professionals - Individuals - Allies.
Business Alliance member-sponsored events welcome all current & prospective members at NO CHARGE, held at venues that support our local LGBT community. Introductions will follow a membership update & discussion, a review of upcoming events, & time to make your next connection.
We encourage everyone to bring & exchange their business cards for a chance to win a door prize. Past winners have received valuable discount coupons & gift certificates. You could be this month's winner!
Check the Community Calendar in Isthmus, Facebook, Madison Verve, OurLives Magazine online, LinkedIn, Twitter, Eventful, Upcoming, InBusiness magazine online, OutInMadison.com, 77Square, and madisonbusinessalliance.com for the calendar of future events, between e-mail announcements. Mark your calendar to join us at future Business Alliance events. |
| Cost: |
Free; Bring Your Own Soap: Donate to AIDS Network |
| Website: |
http://madisonbusinessalliance.com |
| Contact: |
Scott Mickelson 608-301-5334 business-alliance@live.com |
| Tue, October 20 |
Coming Out Ahead on a Loss: Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Cash Flow |
| 8:15 – 9 a.m |
online |
Manufacturers who have experienced economic losses during the recession may be eligible for tax relief. In a free webinar, “Coming Out Ahead on a Loss: Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Cash Flow,” SVA Certified Public Accountants will discuss tax incentives for manufacturers, year-end tax planning, and tax strategies to overcome losses.
To register for the free webinar, visit www.sva.com/events/10106. Instructions for participating in the webinar will be e-mailed to you. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.sva.com/events/10106 |
| Tue, October 20 |
The "Wise Women" Series 1: Commercial Real Estate - An Investing Alternative |
| 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Madison Club |
| In today's economy, you may be looking for new ideas and options for your financial portfolio. The State Bank of Cross Plains, along with Best Real Estate Group, Inc. has created a series of topics for women like yourself, providing great information that can help enhance your financial future. Please join our Wise Women group for this fast-paced and informative presentation. |
| Contact: |
Barb Mulchay 608-835-9961 barbara.mulcahy@crossplainsbank.com |
| Tue, October 20 |
WI BADD (Wisconsin Business Analyst Development Day) |
| 8:00 am - 5:30 pm |
Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall |
Business Analysts and Information Technology professionals unite for the 3rd annual WI BADD conference. Wisconsin's non-profit local chapters of International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) sponsor this educational and networking opportunity.
Over 500 business analysis enthusiasts and people in other software development roles across Wisconsin and several surrounding states will enjoy a full day of relevant business analysis and software requirements keynote presentations by some of the industry's leading experts:
Kathleen Barret (Toronto), IIBA President
Ellen Gottesdiener (Boston), President of EBG Consulting, Author of The Software Requirements Memory Jogger
Barbara Carkenord (Atlanta), President of B2T Training, Author of Seven Steps to Mastering Business Analysis
Roxanne Miller (Madison), President of Requirements Quest, Author of The Quest for Software Requirements
At a Greater Madison chapter meeting in January, some of Wisconsin CIOs participated on a panel discussion regarding the value of the Business Analyst role on software development projects.
“Business Analysts are an essential asset to project success,” says panelist David Cagigal, CIO at Alliant Energy. Cagigal continued to share that across four business silos, reports on lessons learned clearly showed that the business silo that had a number of business analysts on IT projects had greater project success than the other three business silos without analysts.
Let’s not underestimate the Business Analyst’s career path potential! Peter Logothetis, Sr. VP and CIO at QBE the Americas, and Leslie Hearn, CIO at TDS Telecom, both started out their careers in business analysis roles. Logothetis advised that, “You have to learn the business and be like a young child that constantly asks ‘Why?’”
“In addition to reading [IIBA's] BABOK, of course,” recommended Hearn, “you need to develop yourself through involvement and networking via organizations such as IIBA.” Hearn further suggests that, “You invite your business counterpart to have coffee with you, and take the opportunity to get to know their pain.”
“Your education beyond academic learning is essential to your success,” offers Bruce Maas, CIO at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. “And, if there are courses you want, you need to let us know.”
The WI BADD 2009 conference promises to deliver worthwhile educational topics, great food, and a fun-filled day with lots of donated door prizes from numerous event sponsors. |
| Cost: |
$80 WI IIBA Chapter Members; $110 IIBA Members; $150 Non-Members |
| Website: |
http://madison.theiiba.org |
| Contact: |
Roxanne Miller 608-850-6377 president@madison.theiiba.org |
| Wed, October 21 |
Protecting Your Online Reputation |
| 5:30 - 8:00pm |
Grainger Hall, 975 University Avenue, Capital Conference Room |
| Women in Business Council, Inc. & UW-Madison Wisconsin Business Alumni & Enterprise MBA Programs sponsor this seminar for professional women and women business owners on how to establish and protect your online reputation. Presenter: Natalie Schloesser. Registration Deadline: October 13th. |
| Cost: |
$45.00 |
| Website: |
www.mcwproductions.com |
| Contact: |
Marian C. Walluks 608-221-1374 marianwalluks@sbcglobal.net |
| Wed, October 21 |
Your local chapter of American Society of Training & Development brings you "Technical Writing Secrets: Improve Your Written Materials and More!" |
| 5:30pm-7:30pm |
Meriter |
Technical writing! It sounds intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. When the day arrives that you are asked to express in writing what you do, what you did, or what you want someone else to do – you’ll be ready. This type of writing is called technical writing. And although it is not writing you perform daily, it is the type of writing that can make or break a career.
A trainer is a person that gives instructions – often in writing. Knowing how to put on paper what you do or what you want others to do doesn’t have to be that difficult.
Attend this workshop and learn the secrets that advanced writers know about documentation and written training materials. Key concepts taught in this highly interactive workshop include how to:
- involve the reader
- check for consistency
- organize for your reader
- eliminate unnecessary words
- avoid redundancy
- incorporate reader friendly words
Target Audience
This workshop is for anyone that needs to improve writing skills to develop useful materials. Participants are encouraged to bring current writing projects/materials for instructor review, if time allows.
Attendees will take home a checklist for technical writers and a proofreading tip sheet.
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| Cost: |
$25 members $30 non-members |
| Website: |
www.astdscwc.org |
| Contact: |
Kimberly Frederickson or Tracy Nelson 608-243-5000 Kimberly.Frederickson@summitcreditunion.com, or Tracy.Nelson@summitcreditunion.com |
| Thu, October 22 |
Free Seminar: Are You an Entrepreneur? |
| 6:00-8:00 p.m. |
Summit Credit Union, 401 S. Yellowstone Dr., Madison |
| Presented by Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC). Call (608) 257-5450 or visit www.wwbic.com to register. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Cheryl Tessier 608-467-4408 ctessier@finessepr.net |
| Thu, October 22 |
Gotta Go Out, LLC's Wishbones for Pets Drive to benefit Madison Mutts |
|
please see www.ggout.com/wishbones.html for donation locations |
Gotta Go Out, LLC is hosting the Wishbones for Pets goods and fund drive to benefit Madison Mutts. This year's Wishbones for Pets drive runs from October 19 through November 27, a perfect time to show our thankfulness for what we have, by helping animals less fortunate than our own. For a list of drop bins locations for dog goods and coin jar locations (for cash donations) see www.ggout.com
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| Website: |
www.ggout.com/wishbones.html |
| Contact: |
Tami Lewis 608-316-2021 tlewis@ggout.com |
| Thu, October 22 |
High Tech Happy Hour |
| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. |
The Brink Lounge |
| High Tech Happy Hour is an event where members of the Madison, WI Tech community can gather on a monthly basis to connect for fun and business. |
| Cost: |
0 |
| Website: |
www.hthh.org |
| Contact: |
Bob Vanden Burgt +1 608 821 1750 bobv@yaharasoftware.com |
| Thu, October 22 |
The Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Presents:
What are the Trends for 2010? |
| 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM |
County Springs Hotel, 2810 Golf Road, Pewaukee, WI 53187 (262) 547-0201 |
Join us for "What are the Trends for 2010?" client panel on Thursday, October 22 at the Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee!
SMPS Wisconsin can’t produce a crystal ball with trends for 2010, so we are bringing you the next best thing—comments from knowledgeable experts who can offer their thoughts on where markets are heading in the year ahead.
Looking for a lively discussion? Want to know how to position your firm? Then come to this breakfast event.
The client panel will include Bruce Block, Reinhart Boerner VanDeuer; Reggie Newson, Operations Director for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Southeast Region; and Brett West, West Development Partners. The moderator will be Gail Burnside, Eppstein Uhen Architects.
Do you have a burning question you would like to see the panel address? When you register, submit your questions for the panelists.
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| Cost: |
$35 for SMPS members and $60 for non-members includes breakfast. See our website for payment options |
| Website: |
http://www.smpswisconsin.org/oct09.html |
| Contact: |
Tony LaShay (262) 206-4215 alashay@wi.rr.com |
| Thu, October 22 |
What are the Trends for 2010? (client panel) |
| 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. |
Country Springs Hotel, Pewaukee |
SMPS Wisconsin can’t produce a crystal ball with trends for 2010, so we thought we would bring you the next best thing — comments from knowledgeable experts who can offer their thoughts on where architecture, engineering and construction markets are heading in the year ahead.Â
Looking for a lively discussion? Want to know how to position your firm?Â
Then come to this breakfast event Oct. 22 at the Country Springs Hotel. Networking starts at 8 a.m. with the presentation to run from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Our presenters will be David Gilbert, UW Milwaukee Real Estate Foundation; Bruce Block, Reinhart Boerner VanDeuer, LLC; Reggie Newson, Operations Director for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Southeast Region; and Brett West, AIA, LEED® AP, Kahler Slater/West Development Partners. The moderator will be Gail Burnside, Director of Marketing for Eppstein Uhen Architects.Â
Do you have a burning question that you would like to see the panel address? When you register, you will have the opportunity to submit speaker-specific or general questions for the panelists. |
| Cost: |
$35 members / $60 nonmembers https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx?e=4be45e0c-a3f6-40fb-a72c-4eac47261068 |
| Website: |
http://smpswisconsin.org/oct09.html |
| Contact: |
Tony LaShay 262.206.4215 alashay@wi.rr.com |
| Fri, October 23 |
FCI 15th Year Celebration, featuring Robert Egger |
| 8:00-10:00 a.m. |
The Concourse Hotel |
Robert Egger is interested in two kinds of change: the kind you put in the bank and the kind you put in people's heads. Hear his message about the greater value of a hand-up, not just a hand-out. Plus, celebrate with Forward Community Investments for its 15 years of building stronger communities throughout Wisconsin.
RSVP by October 15 |
| Cost: |
$50 |
| Website: |
http://bit.ly/dvSmf |
| Contact: |
Tracy (608) 257-3863 events@forwardci.org |
| Fri, October 23 |
Food and Wine Show |
|
Alliant Energy Center |
| The 8th Annual Madison Food & Wine Show is Madison's premier gourmet tasting event. This event offers the opportunity to sample the best food and the finest wines from throughout the area. This sampling experience paired with exceptional demonstrations and the exciting Dueling Chef's Competition make for a weekend of culinary fun! |
| Website: |
http://www.madisonfoodandwineshow.com/2009/ |
| Fri, October 23 |
Forward Community Investments 15th Year Celebration Breakfast |
| 8 - 10 a.m. |
The Concourse Hotel, Madison |
The celebration includes a breakfast event on Fri., Oct. 23, at The Concourse Hotel, featuring one of the country’s most influential nonprofit leaders – Robert Egger.
“The first thing you've got to know about me – all I ever wanted to do was open the greatest nightclub in the world,” says Egger. “I had admired, but managed (purposely) to avoid, volunteering. . .which is why I still refer to myself as a ‘recovering hypocrite.’"
Egger founded DC Central Kitchen in 1989; it has grown to a $5+ million operation that has distributed over 20 million meals and helped 700 men and women gain full-time employment. In 2006, he co-convened the first-ever Nonprofit Congress bringing together hundreds of nonprofit colleagues from around the country. He now directs the V3 Campaign, working to raise the voice, value and vote of the nonprofit sector across America.
“Our nation faces challenging issues that demand more coordination and cooperation from nonprofits in communities from coast to coast--issues that will also demand a greater understanding of our social and economic potential,” says Egger. “We have to move beyond the notion of simple charity and recognize that our resources must be maximized, our results measured and our methods modernized.”
Egger has now been listed among the Non Profit Times “50 Most Powerful and Influential Nonprofit Leaders” for the past four years. He has been named an Oprah Angel, a Washingtonian of the Year, and the 2004 James Beard Foundation “Humanitarian of the Year.” Egger’s book on the non-profit sector, Begging for Change, received the 2005 McAdam Prize for Best Nonprofit Management Book.
RSVP by October 15 |
| Cost: |
$50/person |
| Website: |
http://bit.ly/dvSmf |
| Fri, October 23 |
Full Compass Systems Expo and Party |
| 1-8 pm |
Full Compass, 9770 Silicon Prairie Parkway, Madison WI 53593 |
Food, Fun and Entertainment
At the Full Compass EXPO
Friday and Saturday,
October 23-24, 2009 1-8 PM
Come and spin the Prize Wheel for your chance to
WIN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS OF MERCHANDISE.
Contests, Giveaways, Manufacturer's Demos, Gourmet food from the “Backstage Bistro” served throughout the day.
Meet factory representatives from:
Shure, Sennheiser, Audio Technica, JBL, AKG,
Sony, Panasonic, JVC, Bose, Yamaha, Roland and more
Live music all day including:
Clinicians from Yamaha
Super Tuesday
Soul Shaker
L.A. Byrd
Marilyn Fisher Duo
Full Compass Jazz Trio
Cliff Frederiksen
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| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
fullcompass.com/grandopening |
| Contact: |
Stevie Corzatt 831-7330, ext 1335 stevie@fullcompass.com |
| Sat, October 24 |
Eastside School Business Expo |
| 10 am- 3 pm |
661 Elizabeth Lane, Sun Prairie,WI |
Want to get a start on holiday shopping and support your local school at the same time? Look no farther! Join us in the Eastside Expo. We have over 20 talented and crafty vendors from our community. Scrapbooking supplies, Home Decor, Stamping, Jewelry, Handmade Accessories, Cosmetics, Crafts, Handbags, Household Products and Services something for everyone! A great way to start off our Fall Season.
We will be having a Raffle with items from our wonderful vendors. Raffle and Food will be in the Cafeteria, all booths will be located in the Gym.
We look forward to seeing you there! October 24th, 2009. 10am-3pm at Eastside Elementary - 661 Elizabeth Lane, Sun Prairie
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| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
http://www.purecapitalhealth.com |
| Contact: |
Heather McCartney 608-213-7730 info@purecapitalhealth.com |
| Sat, October 24 |
Full Compass Systems Expo and Party |
| 1-8 pm |
Full Compass, 9770 Silicon Prairie Parkway, Madison WI 53593 |
Food, Fun and Entertainment
At the Full Compass EXPO
Friday and Saturday,
October 23-24, 2009 1-8 PM
Come and spin the Prize Wheel for your chance to
WIN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS OF MERCHANDISE.
Contests, Giveaways, Manufacturer's Demos, Gourmet food from the “Backstage Bistro” served throughout the day.
Meet factory representatives from:
Shure, Sennheiser, Audio Technica, JBL, AKG,
Sony, Panasonic, JVC, Bose, Yamaha, Roland and more
Live music all day including:
Clinicians from Yamaha
Super Tuesday
Soul Shaker
L.A. Byrd
Marilyn Fisher Duo
Full Compass Jazz Trio
Cliff Frederiksen
|
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
fullcompass.com/grandopening |
| Contact: |
Stevie Corzatt 831-7330, ext 1335 stevie@fullcompass.com |
| Sat, October 24 |
Gilda's Run/Walk |
| Registration at 8 a.m.; Race at 10 a.m. |
Starts at Ruth's Chris Steak House; Ends at Gilda's Club |
| join in the fun at the second-annual Gilda’s 2-Mile Run/Walk or 5-Mile Run to raise money to support those in our community touched by cancer. The run or walk starts at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, meanders through the beautiful Pheasant Branch trail, and ends at Gilda’s Clubhouse where you can enjoy food, entertainment and even take a tour of the clubhouse! |
| Cost: |
$25 adults/$15 kids 12 and under |
| Website: |
http://www.gildasclubmadison.org/Site/specialevents_runFINAL.aspx |
| Contact: |
Sara Goetz 608-828-8870 sgoetz@gildasclubmadison.org |
| Tue, October 27 |
Business Connections of Greater Madison - Networking & Speaker, Dan Paulson |
| 5:15 PM to 8:30 PM |
Crowne Plaza Hotel Madison - 4402 East Washington Ave |
The next Business Connections of Greater Madison (BCGM) gathering will be held Tuesday, October 27 at the Crowne Plaza Madison from 5:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Generous Sponsor / Business Partner:
Crowne Plaza Madison
4402 East Washington Avenue
Madison . Free Parking
Agenda:
5:15 to 6:15 p.m. – Registration and Networking
6:15 to 7:15 - Speaker: Dan Paulson, CEO of InVision Business Development, will share the secrets to successfully marketing your career. ** Learn more about Dan and his new book, “Selling for Geniuses” below.
7:15 to 8:30 - Networking
Please invite a friend and join us!
RSVP to kristin.mastin@phoenix.edu
Invite others to join BCGM at: http://www.linkedin.com/groupRegistration?gid=1456127
Please contact me with any questions. Thank you!
Kristin L. Mastin, Founder
Business Connections of Greater Madison
kristin.mastin@phoenix.edu
608.240.3635
** In today’s difficult job market, it is important to be able to show employers why you are different and how you will help their bottom line. In other words, you have to successfully sell yourself. So what can you do to get employers wanting you?
On October 27th, Dan Paulson, CEO of InVision Business Development will share with you the secrets to successfully marketing your career. He will provide insights of how he went from employee to entrepreneur and will walk you through techniques from his book, “Selling for Geniuses.” You will learn how to use simple relationship building techniques and sales tactics that can help you land your ideal job even in this economic climate.
Want to get a head start? You can start putting these concepts to work for you right away. Get the book before the event for $18.95 with FREE SHIPPING! Click the link below to order yours today! (allow 2 weeks for shipping).
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=8214075
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| Cost: |
FREE |
| Website: |
http://www.linkedin.com/groupRegistration?gid=1456127 |
| Contact: |
Kristin Mastin 608-240-3635 kristin.mastin@phoenix.edu |
| Tue, October 27 |
Edgewood College Distinguished MBA Alumni Awards |
| 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Nakoma Golf Club, 4145 Country Club Road, Madison, WI |
6:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception, Cash Bar
7:00 p.m. Dinner
8:00 p.m. Program
Keynote Speaker
Mary Burke, MBA
President, Board of Directors, Boys & Girls Club of Dane County |
| Cost: |
$45/person |
| Website: |
www.edgewood.edu |
| Contact: |
608-663-2245 |
| Tue, October 27 |
Free Seminar--Credit Report: What's Your Score |
| 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
Summit Credit Union, 2424 Rimrock Rd., Madison |
| What does your credit report mean? The information in your credit report can affect your ability to borrow money. Summit will show you how to read your report, improve your credit score and provide a plan to help you pay-down debt. Reservations are required at www.summitcreditunion.com or by calling (608) 243-5000 or (800) 236-5560. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.sumitcreditunion.com |
| Contact: |
Summit Credit Union 608-243-5000 ctessier@finessepr.net |
| Tue, October 27 |
NAWBO "Progressive Dinner" |
| 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Edgewater Hotel, 666 Wisconsin Avenue |
| The local Madison chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners invite any and all women in business to a "Progressive Dinner." Registration deadline is Friday October 23. NAWBO propels women entrepreneurs into economic, social, and political spheres of power. |
| Cost: |
Members: $20; Guests: $25 |
| Website: |
www.nawbomadison.org |
| Contact: |
Event Manager (608) 442-1924 N/A |
| Wed, October 28 |
4-C (Community Coordinated Child Care, Inc.) Ribbon-Cutting and Open House |
| 4:00-7:00 p.m. with ribbon-cutting taking place at 4:30 p.m. |
5 Odana Court in Madison |
“We’re looking forward to sharing our new facility with child care providers, businesses and the community,” said Jody Bartnick, 4-C Executive Director. “We’ll be offering those attending a fresh
perspective of the services 4-C provides to the community.” City of Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will assist with the ribbon-cutting as well as a representative from the child care profession. Wegner LLP will be sponsoring the event.
The agency’s previous building was deemed a total loss after an August 13, 2008 fire. The new building, built on the same foundation, is being supported by a capital campaign that will allow the agency to focus on services instead of financing a mortgage. Individuals or organizations making a donation of $250 or more will receive
an engraved brick taken from the remains of the old 4-C building that burned down. This is the first time in the agency’s 38-year history the agency has looked to the community to help fund a formal fundraising campaign. For information on making a donation, visit www.4-c.org. |
| Website: |
www.4-c.org |
| Wed, October 28 |
4-C Ribbon-Cutting and Open House |
| 4-7pm |
5 Odana Court, Madison, WI 53719 |
| After losing its building to a devastating fire, 4-C (Community Coordinated Child Care, Inc.) will hold a ribbon-cutting and open house at its new facility at 5 Odana Court in Madison. The event will take place October 28, 2009 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. with ribbon-cutting taking place at 4:30 p.m. “We’re looking forward to sharing our new facility with child care providers, businesses and the community,” said Jody Bartnick, 4-C Executive Director. “We’ll be offering those attending a fresh perspective of the services 4-C provides to the community.” City of Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will assist with the ribbon-cutting as well as a representative from the child care profession. |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Jody Bartnick 608-271-9181 jody.bartnick@4-c.org |
| Wed, October 28 |
BPI-Customer Appreciation Day |
| 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
4121 East Towne Blvd. Madison, WI 53704 |
| Our way of saying "Thank You" to all of our partners that have been with us for many years and for all of the newcomers that are coming to know our committed customer service business practices. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Website: |
www.bpiinc.com |
| Contact: |
Matt Bennett 608.242.7200 bpimadison@bpiinc.com |
| Wed, October 28 |
IABC Madison Welcomes Novelist Jacquelyn Mitchard |
| 11:30 a.m. |
Edgewater Hotel, Madison |
The Madison chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) is pleased to welcome best-selling novelist Jacquelyn Mitchard to its October 28 luncheon meeting at the Edgewater Hotel, 666 Wisconsin Ave., Madison.
Jacquelyn, whose first novel, The Deep End of the Ocean, was named by USA Today as one of the ten most influential books of the past 25 years, will speak about her own work and share a preview of her newest book, No Time to Say Good-bye, a sequel to her first novel. She will also discuss some of her writing students' success stories and talk about a creative writing retreat that has helped many people in midlife achieve amazing results with their own writing. After offering hints and tips, Jacquelyn will open the floor for questions from attendees. After the presentation, Jacquelyn will be available to sign copies of her newest book, which can be purchased on site.
The Deep End of the Ocean was chosen as the first novel in the book club made famous by the TV host Oprah Winfrey, and transformed into a feature film produced by and starring Michelle Pfeiffer. Jacquelyn Mitchard’s other adult fiction includes The Most Wanted, A Theory of Relativity, Twelve Times Blessed, The Breakdown Lane, Cage of Stars and Still Summer. Critics have praised her work for its authentic humanity, and readers see in her characters emotions they understand, however extreme the circumstances of the stories.
This luncheon meeting, like all IABC Madison meetings, is open to the public. To attend, email your name, phone number and lunch choice (Broiled Fillet of Salmon —or— Pasta Primavera) to: iabcmadison@verizon.net. Your registration must be received no later than Friday, October 23, 5:00 PM. Payment will be received at the door. Please note that we cannot accommodate walk-up registrations.
Cost for this event is $25 per nonmember, $17 per IABC member and $12 per student payable by cash or check the day of the meeting. Make checks payable to IABC-Madison (please note that cancellations received after the registration deadline will be billed the full cost of the event). You will receive email confirmation of your registration.
Free parking is available on site; networking and registration take place at 11:30 a.m. with the lunch and program following from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
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| Cost: |
$25 per nonmember, $17 per IABC member and $12 per student payable by cash or check the day of the meeting |
| Website: |
http://madison.iabc.com |
| Contact: |
Laura Strehlow 608/223-5892 |
| Wed, October 28 |
Requisite Video Live & Interactive! |
| 3:30 pm |
Online - requisitevideoproductions.blogspot.com/ |
| This is a live and interactive web show broadcast from the Requisite Video studios in Madison, WI. We will interview three experts on various topics. Web viewers will have a chance to interact with us and our guests through online chat. The show will run approximately 30 minutes. |
| Cost: |
$0 |
| Website: |
requisitevideoproductions.blogspot.com |
| Contact: |
Paul Ranola 608-698-6513 paul@requisitevideo.com |
| Wed, October 28 |
West side Toastmasters International Chapter 9769 hosts open house, Oct. 28 |
| 11:30 a.m. |
TDS, 525 Junction Rd |
Westside Toastmasters Club 9769 is hosting an open house on Oct. 28; the public is welcome. Guests will be introduced to a complete club meeting with prepared and impromptu speeches and evaluations.
What:
Toastmasters International Club 9769 Open House
When
Wed., Oct. 28, 2009
11:30 – Registration begins
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. – Club meeting
A light lunch will be provided.
Where:
TDS Telecommunications Corp.
525 Junction Rd, Madison
Registration
No registration required; no cost to attend
Questions/information
Cindy Tomlinson, Club 9769 member, 608-664-4471 or visit www.expressions.freetoasthost.net
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| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.expressions.freetoasthost.net |
| Contact: |
Cindy Tomlinson 608-664-4471 cindy.tomlinson@tdstelecom.com |
| Thu, October 29 |
Free Seminar - Divorce in the Family Business |
| 6-7:30 PM |
Community Business Bank, 1111 Sycamore Street, Sauk City, WI |
Family businesses tend to work great when things are good, and can usually survive hard times. Unfortunately, when you add a divorce to the mix, you often lose the cushion family provided. There is a lot of advice out there about succession planning and death, yet not about divorce within a family business.
Join us for an information seminar presented by Attorney Linda S. Balisle, Madison's Family Lawyer of the Year for 2009 as named by Best Lawyers, as she shares her expertise on "Divorce in the Family Business." |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Website: |
www.communitybusinessbank.com |
| Contact: |
Barbara Breunig, Administration and Marketing, Community Business Bank 608.643.6300 bbreunig@cbbwi.com |
| Fri, October 30 |
Downtown Madison Family Trick or Treat |
| 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
State Street and Capitol Square area |
Nearly 60 businesses and organizations in the State Street and Capitol Square areas have signed up to offer free treats and more for families and children 12 & under. Business offerings range from free treats to drawings for prizes, special discounts, face painting, a “Monster Bash” at Capitol Kids on the Square, “Martian mask-making” at the Wisconsin Historical Museum, and a chance to sign up to win a family pack of tickets to The Lion King, coming to Overture Center in April.
Information and a full list of participating businesses is at www.visitdowntownmadison.com or (608) 443-1974.
[Direct link: http://www.visitdowntownmadison.com/events/index.php?category_id=4572]
Trick or treaters can look for the “Family Trick or Treat – Stop In Here” flyers in participating business windows, or pick up a list at the Madison Children’s Museum (100 State Street) or at participating businesses.
Families can also enjoy a costume parade, wacky experiments, music and more at Madison Children’s Museum’s Beakers & Broomsticks event, also Friday, October 30, from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Ages 0-8, tickets required. Call 608.268.1231, ext. 16. |
| Cost: |
$0 |
| Website: |
http://www.visitdowntownmadison.com/events/index.php?category_id=4572 |
| Contact: |
Mary Carbine (608) 443-1973 mcarbine@downtownmadison.org |
| Sat, October 31 |
Dog Den Badger Saturdays! |
| During Badger Football Game |
The Dog Den, LLC |
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Giene Keyes, Owner, The Dog Den, LLC 608-278-7529, giene@thedogden.com
Doggie Football Camp!
The Dog Den’s FIFTH season of Badger Football Games!
All pups get a hot dog at halftime!
Madison, WI� Presenting The Dog Den’s fifth season of fun during Badger Football Saturdays! Socialization, fun, tricks & games! And – Every dog gets a hot dog for halftime fun! Overnight sleepovers offered for all late games (Saturday, September 5th) – Yes, the staff sleeps right with the dogs!
Join us for home Badger Football games
We’d love to meet your dog!
“We love bringing our dog to the Dog Den for their football Saturdays! We are tired after the game and now our dog is too! It is so nice to be able to take them to place that you trust, where the staff knows your dog and loves your dog just as much as you do! You can tell they are sincere.”
The Dog Den is a safe hang-out for Madison area dogs. We provide Dog Daycare, Training, Behavior Consultations and Puppy Playgroups! Daycare with us includes social fun, games, training and education. Here your dog can run and play with his friends, get plenty of attention and snuggle time from our Canine Behavior Specialists, and be dog-tired when you return from your fun day at the football game!
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The Dog Den, LLC 2821 Index Road, Right off of the Beltline at the Fish Hatchery Road Exit
www.thedogden.com
“A tired dog is a good dog!”
Giene Wicker, Owner
Phone: 608-278-7529
Email: giene@thedogden.com
Web Site: www.thedogden.com
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| Cost: |
$20.00 per dog |
| Website: |
http://www.thedogden.com |
| Contact: |
Giene Keyes 608-278-7529 giene@thedogden.com |
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