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First Friday Breakfast
October 3rd , 2008 at 7:30AM
Ayres Suites
2550 E Katella Anaheim CA 92806
Located Next to the 57 fwy across the street from the Honda Center
Doug Grady, President of High Achiever's Network California, will be our guest speaker. Doug has real world information that will make you listen, make you laugh, make you think, and make you money. And don't forget about the great networking opportunities. Prepare a 30 second commercial about your business or service. Bring a door prize to maximize your visibility.
$12 per person, Chamber Member reservation / $15 per person, non-member
Call 714.748.0222 and reserve your seat today! Online reservations at www.anaheimchamber.org .
| 2008 Business & Economic Development Conference and Business Awards Luncheon
 Mayor Curt Pringle, the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce and the City of Anaheim host the 2008 Anaheim Business & Economic Development Conference. This year's conference promises to enlighten, excite, and energize our audience!
Don't miss the opportunity to do business with the "who's who" of the Anaheim business community. The conference will be held on Wednesday, November 12th at the Disneyland Hotel.
8:30 a.m. - Registration /Business Expo
9:00 a.m. - Welcome, Mayor Curt Pringle
9:15 a.m. - Panel Discussion - What's Happening in Anaheim? Moderated by OC Metro's Steve Churm
10:00 a.m. - Breakout 1: Marketing Tips from Those Who Do It Best - Disney & Carl's Jr.
Breakout 2: Procurement - Who is Looking for You and How to Win Their Bid
10:45 a.m. - Break/Business Expo 11:00 a.m. - Breakout 3: Exporting Around the World - Presented by Orange County Export Assistance Center Breakout 4: The Future is Green
11:45 a.m. - Break/Business Expo
Noon - Anaheim Business Awards Luncheon: The 2008 Anaheim Business Awardscontinue the tradition of honoring businesses in Anaheim by highlighting the accomplishments of key leaders who help drive the local economy and create jobs in the Anaheim community.
For more details visit www.anaheimchamber.org .
| Upcoming OCSBDC Seminars
A Blueprint For Customer Service Excellence
Thursday October 2nd 9:00am - 12:00pm Introduce Your Business to the Federal Market!
Rancho Santiago Community College District Center, Board Room 107, 2323 N Broadway Santa Ana CA 92706
The federal government has millions of dollars it needs to spend on products/services each year. Learn how small businesses can tap into the opportunities! Where does your company fit into the federal market? How does the government purchasing process work? What is the availability of certification programs? Where can you get assistance? How do you bid on Federal contracts? If you have always wanted to learn more about selling your product or service to the federal government, this is the seminar for you!
Cost $25 - Refreshments Provided
Presented by OC SBDC Consultant Dick Brown
Thursday October 9th 9:00am - 1:00pm Employee or Independent Contractor Tax Seminar
Rancho Santiago Community College District Center, Board Room 107, 2323 N Broadway Santa Ana CA 92706 In this seminar, you will learn the factors that determine if a worker is an employee or independent contractor; the consequences of incorrectly classifying workers; the basics of statutory employment; and how to get help.
No Charge
Presented by the Employment Development Dept. of California
Wednesday October 15th 6:00pm - 8:30pm Essential Steps to Starting a Successful Business
Rancho Santiago Community College District Center, Board Room 107, 2323 N Broadway Santa Ana CA 92706
What are the critical steps to starting a successful business? Learn about tax and license requirements, the importance of good credit, what is needed to secure financing, and how to write a business plan. You will walk away with materials you can refer to as you move forward.
Cost $20
Presented by the Orange County SBDC
Thursday October 23rd 6:00pm - 8:30pm Quickbooks: An Overview for Beginners
Rancho Santiago Community College District Center, Board Room 107, 2323 N Broadway Santa Ana CA 92706
Every business owner needs to learn the basics of how to setup QuickBooks! In this seminar participants will receive instructions on installing the computerized bookkeeping software at their home or business. The seminar also covers entering sales and invoices, making deposits, entering and paying bills, reconciling bank accounts and producing basic financial statements.
Cost $25 - Refreshments Provided
Presented by Orange County SBDC Consultant Mark McCallick , C.P.A.
| Door Prize Donations
Thank you to the following businesses who donated door prizes at last weeks Chamber events.
Door Prize Donations from the mixer at One Ninety Five Downtown Grill
Adam Milar The Grove of Anaheim Jayne Jones Anaheim Equestrian Center Dave Robbins L&N Linen Supply and Uniform Sales Ben Cotton Le Tip Carol Latham Fashion Events Unlimited Darlene Long-Shorts Farmers Insurance
| Leadership Anaheim is Back in Session!
Leadership Anaheim is currently enrolling participants for their 2008-2009 class.
This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about the City of Anaheim, while gaining key skills in leadership. Participants will hear from the Mayor, City Manager, Police Chief, leaders of key non-profit organizations and many more.
This year Leadership Anaheim has built an exciting new partnership with Vanguard University. The University will be providing specialized leadership sessions as part of the program, including Servant Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Marketing and Strategy Leadership and Ethical Leadership. The new addition to the curriculum will further enhance this strong program which has been training Anaheim's Future Leaders since 1996.
The sessions will begin in October 2008 so make your reservation NOW! For information on how to apply, contact Sarah Wolkenhauer at (714) 758-0222 or email leadership@anaheimchamber.org
| WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!!!
Dearden's Lourdes Ruiz de la Torre 1020 N. Euclid Anaheim, CA 92801 714 683-0200 www.deardens.com lourdesr@deardens.com
Ember Café & Music Club Steve Elkins 401 N. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 949 244-8789 Steve.elkins@emberofanaheim.com
Enchanced Technologies Samantha Keller 4875 E. La Palma, Suite 605 Anaheim, CA 92807 714 970-9330 www.enhancedtech.com skeller@enhancedtech.co
GardenWalk CinemaFusion Bruce Sangorn 321 W. Katella Ave., Sluite 337 Anaheim, CA 92802 949 640-2370 www.themovieexperience.com pam@themovieexperience.com
Maxima Home Loans Juan Ruiz 1777 W. Lincoln Ave Anaheim, CA 92801 714 635-4149 www.maximahl.com jruiz@maximahl.com
MCN Ministries/Bibleway Orange Bryant Hewitt 215 N. Grand St. Orange, CA 92806 949 892-9381 www.mymcn.com jccstlve@mymcn.com
| Wine Tasting Event
Wine Tasting Event this Thursday 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
Tasting five fabulous Italian wines paired with scrumptious Italian cheeses. Enjoy one white and four reds.
Di Giovanna, Grillo 2006, Sicilia ItalyLuciano Landi, Lacrima di Morro d'Alba 2006, Gavigliano Italy
Piovene Porto Godi, Vigneto Pozzare Cabernet 2004, Colli Berici ItalyVignedileo, Sangiovese 2006, Marche Italy
Donnafugata, Nero D'Avola 2006, Sicilia Italy
Walk In -- No reservation necessary
$35 per person (Tax incl.)
Pop the Cork Wine Bar
321 W. Katella Avenue #305
(Between Harbor Blvd. and Clementine St.)
Anaheim, CA 92802
In the new Anaheim GardenWalk Center
(Upper level, near the theaters)
Telephone: (714) 635-4321
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