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MAY 2008

Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business: An Orientation Session for Prospective Entrepreneurs and New Business Owners
When: Tuesday, May 6, 3pm – 5:30pm
Where: Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce, 115 East Huron Street, Ann Arbor
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Do you dream of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? This session gives you the information you’ll need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping, and more. For further information, please go to www.misbtdc.org or call 734.547.9170 for more details.

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Women’s Exchange of Washtenaw (WXW)
When: Wednesday, May 7, 1pm – 6pm
Where: Kensington Court Ballroom, 610 Hilton Blvd., Ann Arbor
WXW seeks to fill the needs of local businesswomen so they can do what they do best: create jobs, business partnerships and booming companies while making vital contributions to the Ann Arbor region and its economy.
The event will include a panel discussion featuring successful women business leaders and interactive break-out sessions. A happy hour will round out the afternoon, offering a personal, informal opportunity for further exchange.
Contact Deb Power for more information at 734.741.1134.
Cost: $50

Go to www.wxwbusiness.com for more information or to register.

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e-Waste Recycling Event
When:  Thursday, May 8th, 9am – 2pm
  Friday May 9th, 9am – 2pm
Where: Washtenaw Intermediate School District- District Office, 1819 South Wagner Road, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Public Schools and the Climate Savers Computing Initiatives are sponsoring a Free e-Waste Recycling Events for local institutions.

Responsibly recycle! Unload old or unused computer systems, cell phones, televisions, printers and other electronics.
For more information and a complete list of accepted materials, visit: http://www.climatesavers.umich.edu/e-waste/.

All e-waste will be destroyed and recycled in an environmentally sound manner in the United States by an Environmental Protection Agency-certified company. Recycling courtesy of Apple, Inc.

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Makeover Magic
When: Thursday, May 8
Where: Walsh College Novi Campus
They will be revealing the results of the 2007 Extreme Small Business Makeover. Come and find out how three Michigan companies were transformed. You will also have a chance to apply for the 2008 competition, where the successful companies will win over $35,000 of IT infrastructure and professional services to take their business to the next level. The full conference program includes keynote speaker Vic Concant, U of M graduate and Chairman of Nightingale Conant, the publisher of such legends of the motivation industry such as Dale Carnegie and Tony Robbins. Bob Liggett, Owner of Big Boy Restaurants International, will also be telling us how he rescued the Big Boy chain from extinction.
Tickets are $75 –
For mor information visit http://smallbusinessconference.walshcollege.edu or call 248.823.1392.

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Ann Arbor Chamber Day at Michigan International Speedway
When: Friday, May 9, 1pm – 4pm
Where: Michigan International Speedway, 12626 US 12, Brooklyn
Michigan International Speedway would like to invite Ann Arbor Chamber members for an inside look at NASCAR and 40 years of racing in the Irish Hills. The day will kick off at 1:00 pm with a meet and greet in our Champions Club, a buffet style lunch will be served shortly after arrival. Following lunch, MIS will present “NASCAR 101: 40 Years of Racing in Michigan.” Upon completion of presentation guests will have a chance for Q and A with the MIS corporate staff and also be taken on a guided tour of MIS. A few lucky members will have an opportunity to win a ride in an actual “NASCAR race car” on May 9th. Space is limited so please RSVP by May 2nd to Karen Hively at 517.592.1161 or khively@mispeedway.com.

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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business: An Orientation Session for Prospective Entrepreneurs and New Business Owners
When: Tuesday, May 20, 3pm – 5:30pm
Where: Ypsilanti Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Do you dream of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? This session gives you the information you’ll need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping, and more. For further information, please go to www.misbtdc.org or call 734.547.9170 for more details.

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Financial Statements: Concepts and Explanations for the Small Business Owner
When: Thursday, May 22, 11:30am – 1pm
Where: MI-SBTDC, 301 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Cost: $10
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Do you utilize financial information that your accounting software provides? Is your profit and loss statement structured to show the company’s true performance? This presentation will review and discuss the components of your company’s financial information and how it can help you with the decisions that you make every day. Properly formatted and understood, solid financial information will allow your management team to analyze performance and make sound decisions. For more information visit www.misbtdc.org.

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Marketing Your Small Business 2
When: Tuesday, May 27, 11:30am – 1pm
Where: MI-SBTDC, 301 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Cost: $10.00
The second workshop in our sales and marketing series will focus on utilizing and reviewing the work that was done in the first session. From this you will develop the content of the marketing tools that you will need to communicate your message to your target audience. We will also cover public relations, advertising and marketing research. All of the work from the two workshops will be applied to a marketing plan outline. For more information visit www.misbtdc.org.

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Ann Arbor Chamber Blood Drive
When: Wednesday, May 28, 9am – 3pm
Where: Detroit Edison Center Community Room, 425 South Main Street, Ann Arbor
Sponsor: Washtenaw Woodwrights
Did you know that every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs a pint of blood? Blood cannot be manufactured - it can only come from generous donors like you. Please help the American Red Cross of Washtenaw County replenish our community's blood supply by participating in the Blood Drive.
Advance registration is encouraged to get you in and out in the least amount of time, approximately 45 minutes, give or take a goodie or two. Volunteers and canteen food items are being graciously donated by Washtenaw Woodwrights.
Please help make our Blood Drive a success by planning to donate. To register yourself online enter the sponsor code: chamber. Click on Ann Arbor Chamber Drive and choose your desired time. 
Questions? Contact Mary Crawford at 734.214.0105, or visit the Chamber website.

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Practical Business Plans: An Essential Tool for Understanding and Presenting Your Business
When: Thursday, May 29, 3pm – 6pm
Where: Ypsilanti Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Cost: $30
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Every existing or prospective business needs a plan, but every plan is unique. This workshop will help you understand the necessary content and best format for your business plan, and show you the resources to create it. For further information, please go to the Calendar of Events on our website www.misbtdc.org.

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Cake Sampling Event
When: Saturday, May 31, 3pm – 7pm
Where: 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
Come see our cakes for yourself and sample an assortment of mouth-watering cake flavors from around the world...a truly unique experience!

Raffle to win Free Cakes, Coffee, Gifts etc. (while supplies last).

Visit our website www.cakesbyrubina.com for details.

JUNE 2008

Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business: An Orientation Session for Prospective Entrepreneurs and New Business Owners
When: Tuesday, June 3, 3pm - 5:30pm
Where: Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce, 115 E. Huron Street, Ann Arbor
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Do you dream of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? This session gives you the information you’ll need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping, and more. For further information, please go to www.misbtdc.org or call 734.547.9170 for more details.

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19th Annual Grillin’ for Food Gatherers
When: Sunday, June 8, 3pm - 8pm
Where: Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road
Cost in advance: $50/Adult, $10 Kids 13 and under
Cost at door: $60/Adult
Food Gatherers’ annual picnic extravaganza to help fight hunger where we live. Gourmet sausages, grilled chicken, scrumptious salads, delectable desserts and cash bar. More than 100 volunteers and over a dozen area restaurants serve up a grilled feast for the whole family. Kids’ activities by the Hands-On Museum and a food inspired silent auction will round out a plate full of fun for all.  Proceeds enable Food Gatherers to rescue and distribute more than 3.6 million pounds of food annually to 150 non-profit programs providing emergency food resources to those in need throughout Washtenaw County.
Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.foodgatherers.org, by phone at 734.761.2796 or at the following ticket sales locations:  Zingerman’s Bakehouse, Zingerman’s Deli, Zingerman’s Roadhouse, Saline Picture Frame Co. and Dexter Picture Frame Co.

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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business: An Orientation Session for Prospective Entrepreneurs and New Business Owners
When: June 17, 3pm - 5:30pm
Where: Ypsilanti Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Do you dream of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? This session gives you the information you’ll need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping, and more. For further information, please go to www.misbtdc.org or call 734.547.9170 for more details.

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Qualifying for Financing
When: Thursday, June 19, 11:30am – 1pm
Where: MI-SBTDC, 301 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Cost: $10
Presenter: Jonell Jackson, SBTDC Senior Business Counselor and retired banker
What are the commonalities of obtaining financing? Are you familiar with the credit criteria? Learn what a banker expects and the various types of loans, the purpose, and the terms. Learn about the financial issues you could face when seeking financing for your small business. For more information visit www.misbtdc.org.

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Marketing Your Small Business 3
When: Tuesday, June 24, 11:30am – 1pm
Where: MI-SBTDC, 301 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Presenter: Ingenex Digital Marketing
Cost: $10.00
Using the Internet effectively is a critical piece of many small businesses' marketing strategies.  Learn about pay-per-click campaigns, search engine optimization, social media, blogs, podcasts and more in this information-packed session presented by Ingenex Digital Marketing.  Cut through the hype and learn which of these tools can help you grow your business. For more information visit www.misbtdc.org.

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Practical Business Plans: An Essential Tool for Understanding and Presenting Your Business
When: Thursday, June 26, 3pm – 6pm
Where: Ypsilanti Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
Cost: $30
Presenter: MI-SBTDC Staff
Every existing or prospective business needs a plan, but every plan is unique. This workshop will help you understand the necessary content and best format for your business plan, and show you the resources to create it. For further information, please go to the Calendar of Events on our website www.misbtdc.org.

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