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June 2007Quick eNews Links:
Register today to become a part of Women's Enterprise Centre One-to-one Mentoring Program, starting in September!
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Offer words of wisdom and insight into self-employment Nothing could be more valuable to a woman considering self-employment than receiving advice from three of the most successful entrepreneurs in British Columbia. Sandra Wilson, founder of Robeez Footwear Ltd., Laura Hansen, owner of Image Group Inc. and Sherrin Western, founder of Shervin Communications Inc. offered up the secrets to their success in a panel discussion this month.
Success Tips for Women Entrepreneurs Success Tip #5: Women business owners differ from most of their male counterparts when it comes to the way they measure their success. Women in business often have a more personal view. Over time in a business’s evolution, the initial services or products offered may have been joined by others not first considered. Has it changed the “heart of the business”?
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Obtaining Financing from Women’s Enterprise Centre Question 4: I know you lend to existing businesses, can I get a loan to start or buy a business? In recent issues we’ve touched on the location of Women’s Enterprise Centre’s offices, agricultural business and non-traditional businesses for women. As long as your business is located somewhere in British Columbia, and you have a solid business plan, Women’s Enterprise Centre will be there for you. Our lending program is available to provide term loans to women to start, expand or purchase a business in BC. As a non-profit lender, our success is truly your success. Previous Questions:
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.Awards Featuring Women Entrepreneurs |
Congratulations to Mrs. Palmer's Pantry! 
Mrs. Palmer wins business of the year award by the BC Chamber of Commerce
Women's Enterprise Centre story teller, Brenda Palmer, has recently been awarded the Business of the Year Award by the BC Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Palmer was nominated by the Cranbrook Chamber which had presented her with a "Best in Business" award earlier this year.
"I was absolutely shocked to win the Cranbrook award because there was some pretty stiff competition and very good businesses," she said. "I was absolutely overwhelmed when I found out I had won the B.C. award, because every community in B.C. had nominated a business from their community. To be acknowledged by a whole group of successful business people was really overwhelming."
Palmer began her business 12 years ago when she had a two month old baby. The business was part-time until her son began grade one. "I wanted to have some flexibility of time because I was a single mom and I didn't want to have a job where I had to work all night and not see my children," she said.
The Search is Underway
2007 RBC Canadian Woman Entrepreneur Awards
The search has begun for the 2007 RBC Canadian Woman Entrepreneur Awards and we invite you to participate in finding Canada's Best!
These Awards provide national recognition to Canada's women entrepreneurs, whose successful businesses play a pivotal role in the growth of our local, national and global communities. Nominations are really simple, so nominate someone today!
The deadline for nominations is July 20, 2007.
WANTED: A Few Good Women
Nominate one of Canada's top women entrepreneurs today!
Now in its 9th year, the PROFIT W100: Canada's Top Women Entrepreneurs, is the country's largest celebration of women entrepreneurship. It's the definitive list of Canada's leading women-owned and women-run businesses, ranked by revenue.
Winners will be recognized in the November 2007 issue of PROFIT magazine and year-round at PROFITguide.com. They'll also receive a complimentary invitation to the PROFIT W100 Idea Exchange, a powerful business-building conference at which W100 leaders share ideas, learn from experts and enjoy unmatched networking opportunities.
Request a nomination package by calling 1-800-713-GROW or completing the online ballot. Deadline: June 30, 2007
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BC Export Awards - Sustainability Award
Recognizing BC's top 25 exporters for 2007 - Call for nominations!
The BC Export Awards, which search out and promote BC’s Top 25 Exporters, are looking for those companies who export goods and services to destinations around the world. The Awards celebrate the innovative approaches and unique contributions of BC’s “export champions” to the province’s economy, its communities and citizens.
Deadline for the remaining applications is June 30th.
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| ..Women's Enterprise Centre ..Courses, Events and Happenings |
Starting/Growing a Business Information Session
June 19 - Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
July 18 - Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
September 18- Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
Business Loans Info Session: Learn About Your Financing Options
June 21 - Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
July 26 - Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
September 27 - Phone in Toll Free from anywhere in BC, click here
Six Session Focused Marketing Workshops
Kelowna, BC - September 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23rd
Vancouver - To be announced
Locations will be announced in our September eNewsletter
Women's Enterprise Centre courses are available on demand throughout the province. Courses are often held in partnership with community organizations such as Women's Business Groups, Chambers of Commerce and Community Futures. If you are a provider of business services in BC, we invite you to partner with us. Call 1.800.643.7014 or email info@womensenterprise.ca.
Small Business BC and eBC Seminars
Small Business BC Seminars - Vancouver
All Year - at Waterfront Station, 82-601 West Cordova, click here
eBusiness BC Lunchbox Seminars - Vancouver
All Year - Tuesdays at Waterfront Station, 82-601 West Cordova, click here
Around the Province
Today's Woman Leadership Conference & Awards
September 21 - Prince George Civic Centre, For more information contact JoAnne Niwranski at 250.561.7131
2007 BCCE Annual General Meeting and Conference
September 27 - Coast Tsawwassen, Delta, BC , For more information email qchamber@quesnelbc.com
Going Solo - A Workshop for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
September 29 - Aston Pacific Inn Resort Hotel & Conference Centre, 1160 King George Hwy., White Rock/Surrey, BC , For more information visit http://www.thestayathomemother.com/workshops
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