Check back often for the most recent Calendar of Events—updated bi-weekly—and information on upcoming Regional Chamber events.

Calendar of Events: March 19-April 1, 2010

Upcoming Chamber Events

3/24 – How to Become a Government Contractor Seminar

3/25 – Jumpstart 2010 Entrepreneurial Event

3/25 – After Hours Connection – March

3/31 – Social Media for Business: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn Seminar

4/1 – University of Michigan-Flint Bookstore Grand Re-Opening

4/14 – Lunch is on Us – April

4/21 – After Hours Connection – April

4/23 – How to Become a Government Contractor Seminar – April

4/29 – Regional Chamber 2010 B2B Expo

HOW TO BECOME A GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR SEMINAR

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

UM-Flint Launch, Northbank Center, Room 207
432 N. Saginaw St., Flint

Are you looking to diversify your company through government contracting?  Did you know the federal government purchases more than $350 billion of goods and services a year, and that the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $11.6 billion?

Come find out about the services and support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) staff at the Regional Chamber can provide your company.

Topics will include:

• Getting Registered: CCR and Dynamic Small Business Search
• Types of Solicitations
• Marketing Strategies: Finding Opportunities, Subcontracting
• Laws and Regulations
• Debriefing
• What Products and Services does the State of Michigan buy?
• Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.

Cost: Free. 

Reservations required.

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JUMPSTART 2010 ENTREPRENEURIAL EVENT

Thursday, March 25, 2010 | 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Holiday Inn Gateway Centre
5353 Gateway Centre, Flint

If you are a current or aspiring entrepreneur, the third annual Jumpstart Entrepreneurial Event can provide you with information about local resources and services to increase your chances of success.

The event is presented by the Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce and the eTeam—a regional collaboration of entrepreneurial service providers that include, among others, the Regional Chamber, the Michigan Small Business Technology and Development Center (MI-SBTDC), Kettering University, Baker College of Flint and Automation Alley.

Cost: $20.00

For more information visit www.thegrcc.org/jumpstart, or contact Nell Taylor at (810) 600-1434 or ntaylor@thegrcc.org.

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AFTER HOURS CONNECTION – MARCH

Thursday, March 25, 2010 | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Captain’s Club at Woodfield
10200 Woodfield Dr., Grand Blanc

Business community members are invited to relax after work with the Regional Chamber and special guests the Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce at this fun, after hours networking event.

The event is free, and includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine.   

Join the fun!

RSVP REQUIRED! Call (810) 600-1422 or email tweissend@thegrcc.org.

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SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS: FACEBOOK, TWITTER AND LINKEDIN SEMINAR

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Baker College of Flint, Technology Center, Rooms S128 and S130
G-1050 W. Bristol Rd., Flint, MI 

Word-of-mouth is a great form of marketing because customers share their opinions with family, friends, employees, and co-workers.

Social media is a great form of word-of-mouth marketing!

On Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, people are discussing the products and services they encounter personally and professionally. Businesses are transitioning from traditional media to social media:

• Because that’s where the customers are
• It is more cost-effective than traditional media and advertising

At this seminar you will learn how to use social media to benefit your business and build relationships with your target audience through strategies you can implement today!

Social Media for Business: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn is a seminar in partnership with GEMS Solutions, LLC, and the Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Cost: $145.00 – Regional Chamber members receive $50 off per person (regular price: $195); includes lunch and workbook.

Registration: Go to www.gems-solutions.com/attend-a-seminar. Use discount code GRCC to receive $50 off per person!

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University of Michigan-Flint Bookstore Grand Re-Opening

On April 1 at 10 a.m., the Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce will participate in the re-opening of the University of Michigan-Flint Book Store. Click here for more information.

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LUNCH IS ON US – APRIL

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

HealthPlus of Michigan
2050 S. Linden Rd., Flint  

Take a break from the day and join the Regional Chamber for a free lunch. You will also enjoy networking with other members from the business community.

Don’t forget to bring your marketing door prizes and business cards to exchange with others!

Cost: Free

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!

To RSVP call (810) 600-1422 or email tweissend@thegrcc.org

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AFTER HOURS CONNECTION – APRIL

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Buffalo Wild Wings
3192 S. Linden Rd., Flint  

Just “wing it” – join the fun after work with the Regional Chamber at a special Wednesday After Hours Connection at Buffalo Wild Wings.

The Swartz Creek Chamber of Commerce will be in attendance, and, as always, the business community is invited.

The relaxing and fun networking event is free.

Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine included.   

Don’t miss out on the fun!

RSVP REQUIRED! Call (810) 600-1422 or email tweissend@thegrcc.org.

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HOW TO BECOME A GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR SEMINAR – APRIL

Wednesday, April 23, 2010 | 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

UM-Flint Launch, Northbank Center, Room 207
432 N. Saginaw St., Flint

Are you looking to diversify your company through government contracting?  Did you know the federal government purchases more than $350 billion of goods and services a year, and that the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $11.6 billion?

Come find out about the services and support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) staff at the Regional Chamber can provide your company.

Topics will include:

• Getting Registered: CCR and Dynamic Small Business Search
• Types of Solicitations
• Marketing Strategies: Finding Opportunities, Subcontracting
• Laws and Regulations
• Debriefing
• What Products and Services does the State of Michigan buy?
• Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.

Cost: Free. 

Reservations required.

Contact Chelsea Fisher at (810) 600-1437 or email cfisher@thegrcc.org.

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REGIONAL CHAMBER 2010 B2B EXPO

Thursday, April 29, 2010 | 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Perani Arena & Event Center
3501 Lapeer Rd., Flint

Are you a Genesee County business working to build your organization? Are you looking for clients, vendors, partners, employees, referrals, or sales? Then look to the Regional Chamber’s 2010 Business-to-Business (B2B) Expo.

The B2B Expo includes:

• Exhibit Booths starting at $250 for members, and $550 for non-members
• Free parking
• Free admittance with your business card

Over 2,000 business professionals attend each year.

Limited number of exhibit booths, so reserve your booth today!

For more information and to secure a booth contact Steve Flynn at (810) 600-1427 or sflynn@thegrcc.org.

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