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March 8, 2010




 

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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
DMA Cleveland's Lunch and Learn
Doubletree - Independence, 6200 Quary Lane, Independence
Sponsor: DMA Cleveland

Topic: Isn’t it time you rekindled relationships with inactive customers and prosp
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm

Cost: $25 members. $35 nonmembers.
Contact: 216-241-8188
www.dmacleveland.com

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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland SME-U Workshop
6200 Oak Tree Boulevard, Independence
Sponsor: Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland

Topic: Taking the Pain out of Sales Presentations
Time: 7:30am - 9:00am

Cost: $10 members. $20 nonmembers.
Contact: 216-341-7632
https://www.smecleveland.com/eventRegister.asp?ID=241

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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Urban Innovators Speaker Series
Andrew Jackson House, 277 East Mill St., Akron
Sponsor: University Park Alliance

Topic: Mode Shift: Moving From Driving To Biking and Walking
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cost: Free. Reservations required.
Contact: 330-972-8859
julie2@uakron.edu

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
58th Annual Design & Construction Conference
LaCentre, 25777 Detroit Road, Westlake, OH 44145


Where
LaCentre
25777 Detroit Road, Westlake, OH 44145
Northeast Ohio
When
7:30am - 6:00pm
March 10, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
216-361-3100

Join the Cleveland Engineering Society for northeast Ohio's premier engineering conference and trade show. Hear presentations from the NEORSD; Rockwell Automation; the State of Ohio Architect; ODOT plus many more informative presentations from the leaders in the region's built environment.

The conference features breakout sessions in Infrastructure & Public Works; Architecture, Construction & Engineering; and Opportunities Through Emerging Technologies. Learn about public projects – find out where the federal funding is going and learn about the future of Design-Build in Ohio.

Morning keynote:
Northeast Ohio: A Destination for Businesses from Around the World
Thomas A. Waltermire, CEO, Team NEO

Lunch keynote:
Ohio Construction Reform Panel: Implications for Public Construction in Ohio
Jeffrey R. Appelbaum, Facilitator, Ohio Construction Reform Panel; Partner/Chairman, Construction Law Group, Thompson, Hine, LLP

Engineers earn 6 CPD hours. Architects may self report up to 6 clock hours!

Networking reception immediately following the conference from 5:00 – 6:00 PM is included in the cost of full day registration.

Sponsorships and exhibit booths are still available, contact CES at 216-361-3100 for details. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to showcase your company's products and services - sign up today for the best booth location!

SPONSOR: Cleveland Engineering Society

COST: Register by February 12, 2010 for early bird rates: $100 members; $175 nonmembers. After February 12 rates increase to $125 for members and $200 for nonmembers. Lower rates apply to groups of 6 or more from the same company. Join CES and attend the conference for only $250. The Hall of Fame awards will be presented during the lunch program. Lunch only rates are available call CES for details.

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Talk Less, Say More: Three Habits to Influence Others and Make Things Happen
Doubletree Cleveland Downtown, 1111 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: American Marketing Association - Cleveland Chapter

Topic: Speaker: Connie Dieken
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $30 members. $45 nonmembers.
Contact: 216-509-8432
http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Invitation.aspx?e=b83163b6-42d2-4833-a4d8-0bb61299e93d

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Entrepreneurship Idea Fair
University of Akron, Student Center Room 310, 303 E. Carroll St., Akron
Sponsor: Students In Free Enterprise

Topic: Helping to develop entreprenurial ideas
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact:

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Crain's Cleveland Business Breakfast Series: Ideas at Dawn
The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland, 1515 W. Third St., Cleveland


Where
The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
1515 W. Third St., Cleveland
Downtown Cleveland
When
7:30am - 9:30am
March 10, 2010
Type of Event

Contact

Today's economic challenges have redefined the employer-employee relationship. How will this “new normal” affect your organization's workforce and future growth?

Learn:
- Strategies for retaining top performers
- Best practices for attracting high achievers
- Ways to create employee incentives that work

SPONSOR: Towers Watson

COST: $35. Tables of (8) are $250.

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Regional STEM Conference
Quaker Square Conference Center at the University , 135 South Broadway, Akron
Sponsor: The State of Ohio and The Ohio STEM Learning Network (OSLN) - Akron Hub

Topic: March is STEM Month in Ohio -- learn more about regional STEM initiatives
Time: 8:00am - 1:30pm

Cost: Free
Contact: 330-761-3195
http://akronstem.eventbrite.com/

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Ohio Redistricting Topic of Levin College/LWV Forum
Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, CSU, 1717 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: Levin College Forum/League of Women Voters

Topic: Redistricting 2011: It Starts Now, How will Ohio redraw its districts?
Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 216-523-7330 Registration
http://www.urban.csuohio.edu/forum

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Kickoff Breakfast
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, 1100 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: American Cancer Society

Topic: Find out how to get involved in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
Time: 7:30am - 9:00am

Cost: Free, RVSP required
Contact: 888-227-6446 ext 8002
http://www.cancer.org/stridesonline

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Before You Seek a Grant
The Foundation Center, 1422 Euclid Ave., Suite 1600
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: A checklist approach to help new groups determine nonprofit readiness
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/training/readycl.html

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Author Larry Roberton
Doubletree Hotel, Independence, 6200 Quarry Lane, Independence
Sponsor: Entrepreneurs EDGE

Topic: A Deliberate Pause: Entrepreneurship and its Moment in Human Progress
Time: 8:00am - 9:00am

Cost: $50
Contact: 216-215-5058

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Richard Smucker speaks at John Carroll University
John Carroll University , 20700 North Park Blvd., University Heights
Sponsor: Boler School of Business (John Carroll University)

Topic: Leadership
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Cost: Free. D.J. Lombardo Student Center / LSC Conference Room
Contact: 216-397-4459

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Creating a Competitive Advantage for Your Business
The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland


Where
The Union Club
1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Northeast Ohio
When
5:30pm - 7:30pm
March 11, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
216-372-2247

Creating a Competitive Advantage for Your Business: You have right sized your business. Many companies in Northeast Ohio have right-sized their operations as a result of the economy. As volumes slowly begin to return to pre-recession levels, will you need to hire more employees to maintain or improve the level of service to your customers? Registration is required. Call Joe Chandler for more information at 216-372-2247.

SPONSOR: Definity Partners

COST: Free, RSVP required. Event is exclusive to presidents/owners/executive level.

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
2010 Women's Leadership Conference - The Empowered Leader
Embassy Suites Cleveland-Rockside, 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, OH


Where
Embassy Suites Cleveland-Rockside
5800 Rockside Woods Blvd. Independence, OH
Northeast Ohio
When
8:30am - 4:00pm
March 11, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
216-881-6878

Designed to help talented women gain a competitive edge for career advancement, and keep them on the road to success. The conference features national speakers, and attendees will learn to build confidence, develop distinctive leadership styles and achieve higher levels of success and balance in their lives.

SPONSOR: YWCA of Cleveland

COST: $235. Groups of 5 or more, $199/person.

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Mellen Series Lecture featuring Richard Smucker, Co-CEO, The J. M. Smucker Company
John Carroll University, 20700 N. Park Blvd., University Heights
Sponsor: John Carroll University - Edward J. and Louise E. Mellen Chair in Finance

Topic: Lecture by Richard Smucker with reception to follow
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Cost: Free and open to the public. Location: D.J. Lombardo Student Center, conference room
Contact: 216-397-4459
mellen@jcu.edu

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Business at Noon - Women's Networking Lunch
Cuyahoga County Library - Independence branch, Selig Drive, Independence
Sponsor: Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce

Topic: Fitness in 2010 - Kim Scott, Personal Trainer
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cost: Free. Brown bag lunch
Contact: 216-573-2707
www.cuyahogavalleychamber.org

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Information Design Dissected
Bar Louie, Legacy Village, 24337 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst
Sponsor: Northeast Ohio: Society for Technical Communication

Topic: Open to the public. Go to the URL address below to learn more about the event.
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $20 members. $35 nonmembers.
Contact:
http://www.neostc.org/calendar/20100311.html

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Monday, March 15, 2010
Speaker Diane Helbig
Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Legacy Village, 24519 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst
Sponsor: Women In Networking (WIN)

Topic: Clarity of Course: Direction
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm

Cost: $20
Contact:
www.wincleveland.org/calendar

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Entrepreneur's Idea Exchange
The University of Akron College of Business Admini, 259 S. Broadway St., Akron
Sponsor: The University of Akron College of Business Administration

Topic: Entrepreneur's Idea Exchange
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $15
Contact: (330) 972-6445
www.ohioideaexchange.com

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Cleveland Freight Association General Meeting
Crowne Plaza Hotel-Cleveland Airport, 7230 Engle Road, Middleburg Heights
Sponsor: William Yankow

Topic: Cargo Insurance
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $15-$30
Contact:

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Electronic Resources for Finding Funders
The Foundation Center, 1422 Euclid Ave., Suite 1600
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: Learn to use the best research tools for finding nonprofit funding
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/training/elecres.html

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Product Globalization: A 10-point Checklist and One Bad Example
Hudson Library, 96 Library St., Hudson
Sponsor: Hudson Library & Historical Society Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship Research

Topic: Deciding to Export Your Product: Making the Major Long Term Commitment
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: Free
Contact: 330-653-6658 x1010
askus@hudson.lib.oh.us

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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Steve Millard: Being the Contrarian: 7 ways to think about advancing your business in tough times
Marriott Cleveland East, 26300 Harvard Road, Warrensville Heights
Sponsor: Warrensville Heights Area Chamber of Commerce

Topic: Join us for this Networking Luncheon
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm

Cost: $20 members. $25 nonmembers.
Contact: (216) 454-0199
http://www.whacc.org

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Thursday, March 18, 2010
NIRI Cleveland March Meeting
Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: National Investor Relations Institute - Cleveland Chapter

Topic: Ron Torch, CEO of Torch Group, presenting Today's Recruiting Environment
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cost: Free to members. $30 nonmembers.
Contact: 440-617-9690
http://niriclevelandjanuary72010.eventbrite.comhttp://nirimarch182010.eventbrite.com/

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Thursday, March 18, 2010
Resource Market for Tackling Tough Times
Lakeland Community College, Kirtland, Breakers Dining Hall, Building S
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: Trade fair for nonprofits. Meet service providers at one-stop-shop
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
https://cl.lakelandcc.edu/CourseStatus.awp?~~10SNPC116.01

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Friday, March 19, 2010
Logistics in Northeast Ohio Conference
Dolan Auditorium, John Carroll University, 20700 North Park Boulevard, University Heights, OH
Sponsor: John Carroll University, Standard Products Dr. James S. Reid, and NEOTEC

Topic: An informational regional infrastructure forum focusing on rail issues
Time: 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Cost: Free and open to the public
Contact: (216) 397-4665

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Friday, March 19, 2010
Pink The Rink, Breast Cancer Awareness Night at the Lake Erie Monsters
Quicken Loans Arena, 1 Center Court, Cleveland
Sponsor: American Cancer Society, Quicken Loans Arena, Lake Erie Monsters

Topic: Pregame activities, Hockey Game, Dollar Dogg and Soda Night
Time: 3:00am - 6:30pm

Cost: $21, $25, $31
Contact: 216-420-0000
lakeeriemonsters.com/pinkacs

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Monday, March 22, 2010
Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland Networking Luncheon
Windows on the River, 2000 Sycamore - West Bank of the Flats
Sponsor: Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland

Topic: Marketing a Minor League Team, speaker Brad Seymour, Lake County Captains
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm

Cost: $25 members. $40 nonmembers.
Contact: 216-341-7632
https://www.smecleveland.com/eventRegister.asp?ID=229

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Monday, March 22, 2010
Frank Koller, author of Spark
Hudson Library, 96 Library St., Hudson
Sponsor: Hudson Library & Historical Society Burton D Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship Research

Topic: Lessons learned from Lincoln Electric's guaranteed employment program
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 330-653-6658 x1010
askus@hudson.lib.oh.us

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
You Are Interviewing 24/7
Hudson Library & Historical Society, 96 Library St., Hudson
Sponsor: Hudson Library & Historical Society

Topic: Improve your interpersonal skills to recharge your job search
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact:
askus@hudson.lib.oh.us

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Big Necessity: The Unmentionable World of Human Waste and Why It Matters
Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland


Where
Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland
Downtown Cleveland
When
7:30pm - 9:30pm
March 23, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
216-621-2400

2.6 billion people lack the most basic thing that human dignity requires. Four in ten people in the world have no toilet. Every 15 seconds a child dies from diarrhea—usually brought on by fecal-contaminated food or water. Meanwhile, the western world luxuriates in flush toilets; in toilets that play music or can check blood pressure, where the flush is a thoughtless thing, and anything that can go down a sewer does.

SPONSOR: Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District

COST: Free.

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Grantseeking Basics
The Foundation Center-Cleveland, 1422 Euclid Ave., Suite 1600
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: Introduction to the foundation fundraising process for nonprofits
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/training/gbcl.html

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Introduction to Corporate Giving
The Foundation Center, 1422 Euclid Ave., Suite 1600
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: Learn how corporations support nonprofits and how to approach them
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/training/corpgvcl.html

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
InDesign CS4 Tips, Tricks & Timesavers for Everyday Use
Dodd Camera & Video Downtown, 2077 E. 30th St., Cleveland
Sponsor: Cleveland Digital Publishing Users Group (CDPUG)

Topic: New features that simplify & speed graphic design production with Adobe CS4
Time: 6:00pm - 12:00am

Cost: Free for members. $10 nonmembers.
Contact:
http://www.cdpug.org

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Northeast Ohio Business Success Conference
Corporate College East, 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights


Where
Corporate College East
4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights
Northeast Ohio
When
7:30am - 12:30pm
March 25, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
330-672-3028

7:30-8 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast

8-8:15 a.m. Welcome
Gerry Meyer, Senior Director, Business Development, Greater Cleveland Partnership
Chris Cooper, Program Coordinator, Small Business Succession Planning Program at Kent State

8:15-9:30 a.m. Short-Term Success: Maximizing opportunities, reducing expenses, what banks are looking for, taking stock of what you have and what you owe, short-term growth strategies, best practices, etc.
Mark Curtis, Senior Vice President, Charter One Bank
Richard Henry, President & CEO, Richard Henry Group LLC.

9:30-10:45 a.m. Funding Success: Lines of credit, financing capital improvements, growth strategy and alternative financing
Tom Zucker, President, EdgePoint Capital
John Kropf, Executive Director, Growth Capital Corp.

10:45-11 a.m. Break

11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Success in Exiting: Planning for succession or sale; estate planning and personal wealth issues; peering into the crystal ball of income tax law and estate tax law changes
Bob Nemeth, Apple Growth Partners
Arthur Gibbs, Hahn Loeser & Parks

Businesses with 25 or more employees will get the most out of this program

SPONSOR: Business Succession Planning Program at Kent State University

COST: $50

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Guest lecture of Robert J. (Bob) Herbold, former COO of Microsoft Corp.
Iris S. and Bert L. Wolstein Research Building, 2103 Cornell Road, Cleveland
Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University

Topic: How America can keep its edge in the age of globalization
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Cost: Free and open to public.
Contact:

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Continuing Legal Education Seminar (1.5 CLE)
Offices of Roetzel & Andress LPA, 222 Main St., Akron
Sponsor: NEOACCA and Roetzel & Andress LPA

Topic: Managing Vendor Relationships: Protecting the Goods You Send to Your Vendor
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am

Cost: $20 members. $40 nonmembers. Free to law students.
Contact: 440-988-3213

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Devon Oaks Professional Development Series Presents Free CEU Program
Devon Oaks Assisted Living Community, 2345 Crocker Road, Westlake
Sponsor: Eliza Jennings Senior Care Network

Topic: Palliative Care: Discuss models and benefits of palliative care
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 440-250-2300
czdilla@elizajen.org

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
YOU - The Owner's Manual presented by Dr. Roizen
The Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: American Diabetes Association. Cleveland and Akron chapters

Topic: Lifestyle changes to live, feel, and look years younger
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Cost: $20 -$50
Contact: 888-342-2383 x6555

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010
How to Approach a Foundation with guest Cynthia Lazor, Stark Community Foundation
Stark County District Library - Main Library, 715 Market Ave., North, Canton
Sponsor: The Foundation Center

Topic: Nonprofits: Learn best approaches for reaching foundation funders
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Cost: Free
Contact: (216) 861-1933 x325
http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/training/htaclcanton.html

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Your Money Bus Tour
Gunnings Park Recreation Center, 16700 Puritas Road, Cleveland
Sponsor: NAPFA Consumer Education Foundation, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, TD Ameritrade, FiLife.com

Topic: Free Financial Education for Residents
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Cost: Free.
Contact:
http://www.yourmoneybus.com

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Your Money Bus Tour
Fairhill Partners , 12200 Fairhill Road, Cleveland
Sponsor: NAPFA Consumer Education Foundation, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, TD Ameritrade, FiLife.co

Topic: Free Financial Education for Residents
Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 301-963-7555
http://www.yourmoneybus.com

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Thursday, April 1, 2010
Your Money Bus Tour
City Hall Rotunda, 601 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: NAPFA Consumer Education Foundation, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, TD Ameritrade, FiLife.co

Topic: Free Financial Education for Residents
Time: 9:30am - 2:00pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 301-963-7555
http://www.yourmoneybus.com

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Thursday, April 1, 2010
AVI-SPL University Professional Series
Embassy Suites Cleveland-Rockside, 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd, Independence


Where
Embassy Suites Cleveland-Rockside
5800 Rockside Woods Blvd, Independence
Akron
When
8:00am - 3:30pm
April 1, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
877-440-6205

Experience the latest in audiovisual technology, speak with industry experts, earn professional development credits, and network with your peers. Includes a technology expo featuring the latest products from our manufacturer partners as well as informative seminars running throughout the day. Continental breakfast, lunch, and refreshments are provided. All for Free!

SPONSOR: AVI-SPL

COST: Free

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Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Adam Liptak - Supreme Court Correspondent, The New York Times
Quaker Square Inn at The University of Akron, 135 S. Broadway, Akron
Sponsor: The University of Akron School of Law

Topic: Covering the Roberts Court in the Obama Era: A Reporter's Reflections
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cost: Free.
Contact: 330-972-6363
http://www.uakron.edu/law/news/news-details.dot?newsId=977983&pageTitle=Current%20News&crumbTitle=Ad

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Thursday, April 8, 2010
NAWBO Membership Rally
Mavis Winkle's, 5005 Rockside Road, Independence
Sponsor: National Association of Women Business Owners

Topic: Network and learn benefits of membership with NAWBO
Time: 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Cost: $20.
Contact: (440) 914-9262

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Friday, April 9, 2010
EcoWatch's Second Annual Green Gala Fundraiser
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven, 611 Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Heights
Sponsor: EcoWatch

Topic: Keynote Environmental Speech by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Time: 7:00pm - 12:00am

Cost: $100
Contact: 216-387-1609
http://ecowatch.org

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Sunday, April 11, 2010
Bill W. and Dr. Bob
The Cleveland Play House, 8500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: Benefit for Recovery Resources

Topic: The story of the two men who pioneered Alcoholics Anonymous.
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Cost: $50+
Contact: 216-431-4131 ext. 1309
http://www.recres.org

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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
YNPN Cleveland Anniversary Celebration
Touch Supper Club, 2710 Lorain Ave.
Sponsor: Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) Cleveland

Topic: Learn about YNPN Cleveland and enjoy free appetizers and drink specials
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Cost: Free.
Contact:
http://www.ynpn.org/cle-2010

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Sunday, April 18, 2010
EarthFest 2010
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland
Sponsor: Earth Day Coalition

Topic: Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day!
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Cost: $10
Contact: 216-281-6468
www.earthdaycoalition.org

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Sunday, April 18, 2010
EarthFest 2010
Cleveland Metropark Zoo, 3900 WildLife Way, Cleveland
Sponsor: Earth Day Coalition

Topic: Cleveland’s own nonprofit environmental education organization serving Ohio and the nation
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Cost: $10 adults. $6 children.
Contact:
http://www.earthdaycoalition.org

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Monday, April 19, 2010
Setting the Green Building Standards
Harry's Steakhouse, 5664 Brecksville Road, Independence
Sponsor: NEO USGBC/Cleveland ASHRAE

Topic: Northeast Ohio Chapter of the USGBC & Cleveland ASHRAE partner at this meeting
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $25
Contact: 216-961-8850
www.neogreenbuilding.org

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Thursday, April 22, 2010
WISE: Cleveland In Sports – Beyond the Major Leagues
Cleveland State University - Gymnastics Room, 1983 E. 24 St., Cleveland
Sponsor: Women in Sports and Events

Topic: Panelist from Gladiators, US Speedskating, CSU, Roller Derby
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Cost: $15.
Contact:
www.wisecleveland.com

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Thursday, April 22, 2010
Crain’s Cleveland Business Breakfast Series: Ideas at Dawn
Doubletree Cleveland Downtown, 1111 Lakeside Ave. East, Cleveland


Where
Doubletree Cleveland Downtown
1111 Lakeside Ave. East, Cleveland
Downtown Cleveland
When
7:30am - 9:30am
April 22, 2010
Type of Event

Contact

Clean water - it’s easy to take our most valuable natural asset for granted. Demand is growing for access to freshwater resources, pushing Lake Erie’s value ever higher. How can we leverage our most important natural asset to improve the regional economy?

Topics:
- Economics of sustainability
- Fresh water is the new 21st century “oil”
- Profiting from clean water industries
- Shifting towards an ecological economy centered around Lake Erie and water quality issues

SPONSOR: Towers Watson

COST: $35/$300 (10)

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Monday, April 26, 2010
Fair on the Square
State Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Sponsor: PlayhouseSquare

Topic: Educators are invited to learn about field trip & curriculum opportunities.
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cost: Free. Registration required.
Contact: 216-241-6000
http://www.playhousesquare.org/Events/Events.aspx?EventID=2044

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Thursday, April 29, 2010
Third Annual Leading with Style
The Club at Key Center , 127 Public Square, Cleveland
Sponsor: Reminger Women's Initiative and the Ohio Women's Bar Association

Topic: Professional Networking Event-Procedes Benefit the YWCA Greater Cleveland
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost: $50 general. $30 government employees. $25 students
Contact: 866-932-6922
http://www.owba.org

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Saturday, May 1, 2010
Alternative Energy Conference & Expo
Springfield High School Auditorium, 2960 Sanitarium Road, Akron
Sponsor: Springfield Township Area Chamber of Commerce

Topic: Guest speakers from major organizations will present information on renewables, alternative energy sources and "Green" initiatives
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Cost: Free.
Contact:
http://www.springfieldareachamber.org/upcoming-events/alternative-energy-symposium

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Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Elite Women Regional Economic Development Trade Summit
Corporate College East, 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights


Where
Corporate College East
4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights
Akron
When
8:00am - 6:00pm
May 5, 2010
Type of Event

Contact
216-593-0050/216-856-4725

SUMMIT OBJECTIVE: Support women of our region to be economically self-sufficient

REGION COVERED: NE and NW Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, West Virginia, Kentucky

SUMMIT INTENDED FOR: Business professionals from all sectors will have the opportunity to build strategic networking relationships with the most dynamic women in our region.

EXPECTED AUDIENCE AND PARTICIPANTS: CEO, CFO, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Project Managers, Purchasing Agents, Government Contracting & Procurement individuals, representatives from various industries & businesses both Profit and Non-Profit, and Civic Organizations.

SUMMIT IMPACT: The Regional Economic Development Trade Summit is focused on providing women entrepreneurs with personal and professional business development opportunities to take their businesses to the next level of success. It also celebrates the fact that we live in a world where one woman, one business and one collective voice have the power to make a difference for women entrepreneurs in the U.S. and beyond. This summit gives participants opportunities for high-level education, tangible takeaways and connections to help them power themselves and their business.
Exceptional speakers will lead the 2010 Summit workshops discussing women's economic issues such as Business Ownership and Development, Financing and Access to Capital, Grants for Businesses, Government Contracting & Procurement, Financial Planning and Literacy, Access to Venture Capital, New Technology, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategies, Social Media, Green Business Initiatives, Business Sustainability, Health & Wellness, Affordable Health Care Options and Political Participation & more…

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Ms. Jiwani Almas, President of United Nations Global Fund For Women - Ontario, Canada.
Speaking on “Power of One”
One Woman! One Business! One Nation! & One World!

Opportunities are available to participate in the Regional Economic Forum Project as a Steering & Host Committee Member, Speaker, Presenter, Exhibitor, Underwriter, Sponsor and Media Partner.

A Business Trade Display Table will be assigned on a First Come First Serve Basis. Business Trade Display Table $299. ($350.from April 1st) Full Day Conference $65. Discounts available to various organizations, Young Professionals $45, Students $35, Young Girls $15 (12-18 yrs. of age *two sessions available in the afternoon) Boxed Lunch at cost

The Regional Economic Development Trade Summit initiative is being brought to you by Rita N. Singh who is the founder of S&A Consulting Group LLP & Miraj International LLC. Rita has spearheaded many regional, national, and international projects. She has earned numerous local, national and international recognitions, testimonials and awards for her civic and professional work.

For attending the summit workshops, trade show space reservations, steering committee involvement, sponsorship, marketing and advertising opportunities please contact us at 216.593.0050 or 216.85.MIRAJ (216.856.4725) RSingh@MirajInternational.net PHarrison@MirajInternational.net, Gloria Ware, Gloria.ware@53.com

More on the Summit:
http://events.linkedin.com/Elite-Women-Regional-Economic/pub/168768
http://events.linkedin.com/Save-Date-Call-Speakers-Presentations/pub/233181

SPONSOR: Miraj International LLC

COST: $65 full day conference pass. $45 young professionals. $35 students. A business trade display table will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Business trade display table $299. ($350 after April 1st) Discounts available to various organizations. Boxed lunch at cost.

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Sunday, May 9, 2010
The Race
Legacy Village, 25001 Cedar Road
Sponsor: Cleveland Clinic

Topic: Families and children can participate while raising money for cancer.
Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: $15
Contact:
http://www.dotherace.com/Register/

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Saturday, May 15, 2010
American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k Walk
Gateway Plaza/Progressive Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland
Sponsor: American Cancer Society, Curves, Time Warner Cable

Topic: Breast Cancer Walk 5K
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Cost: Free. Fundraising encouraged.
Contact: 888-227-6446 ext 8002
http://www.cancer.org/stridesonline

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Saturday, May 15, 2010
PAWS 4 a Cause
Metroparks Polo Grounds , Chagrin River Rd. & S. Woodland Rd.-Moreland Hills
Sponsor: Protective Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) Ohio

Topic: Find Your Forever Friend Adopt-A-Thon, Dog Walk and Family Fun Day
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm

Cost: $25 pre-registration. $30 day of event
Contact: 216-402-1106
http://pawsohio.org/P4AC%202010/2010%20Registration.htm

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Fill the House for Charity, American Cancer Society night at the Cleveland Indians
Progressive Field, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland
Sponsor: American Cancer Society, Cleveland Indians

Topic: Cleveland Indians vs Kansas City Royals $5 of each ticket going to ACS
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Cost: $17.50-21.50
Contact: 216-420-4487
http://www.indians.com/fillthehouse

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