Vision2020: Instant Impact: Creating Business Growth Today

Instant Impact:
CREATING BUSINESS GROWTH TODAY
September 23, 2009 – 12 pm – 6 pm
University Center of Lake County, Grayslake, IL
The economy has put most business on the defensive, but the need to be competitive, innovative and customer-focused hasn't decreased. If anything, it's more important than ever. This half-day conference brings you and other business leaders together in one room to share methods to create business growth today. Expert speakers and business owners will discuss best practices in strategic marketing, financial management, business development and more -- all with a focus on how you can implement them in your business.

Are you a job seeker? This event offers a great opportunity to network with local business owners and learn about the trends and tactics that matter to your potential employer.
Keynote Speech: Building Your Business in this Uncertain Economy
Jerry Mitchell, President, Jerry Mitchell and Associates
Techniques for creating a strong foundation for your business from a serial entrepreneur

From Message to Mindshare™
Sima Dahl, President, Parlay Communications, Ltd.
Increase brand awareness and drive sales with techniques you can do on a shoestring budget

The Relationship Economy: What's Web Got to Do With It? PLUS: Twitter for Biz workshop
Kristi Daeda, President, Twin Sparks Consulting, Inc.
Build strong customer relationships through your company’s web and social media presence

The Marketing Yardstick: A Standard of Measure or a Stick of Three Feet?
Mark Lewis, President, Pro/Craft Contracting, Inc.
Learn to create your own “Marketing Yardstick” to measure the effectiveness of your efforts

AND MORE! Including networking opportunities, and a political discussion panel, featuring local representatives as they talk about the challenges and opportunity of building local business.

REGISTRATION:
Cost: $49 ($39 Early-Bird Registration through labor day)
To register online go to www.vision2020conf.info

Vision 2020 is a series of conferences and educational opportunities dedicated to helping Chicagoland small businesses succeed.