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Improve Your Business in 2010: Attend the Free Lunch and Learn Series

Bring your own lunch and join the Chamber for Lunch and Learn seminars at the Chamber Conference Center. Seminars are open to Chamber members only.

The Art of Networking

On Wednesday, March 17 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. This seminar will focus on how to meet, greet, network and get qualified leads at the evening's Networking at Night Mixer.

Loyal Customers Multiply for Networking

On Thursday, March 25 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., in this practical, hands-on series participants take away a plan for improving customer loyalty practices in their business, non-profit (donor loyalty) or other organization (constituent loyalty). Your professional life will be transformed whether you are serving external (sales) or internal (support) customers.

To RSVP for any Lunch and Learn seminar, please call the Chamber at 805.370.0035. Previous sessions can be viewed online.

Join the Chamber Trip to Washington D.C. to Meet with Federal Representatives

Visit Washington D.C. with the Chamber to attend America’s Small Business Summit 2010 hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Monday, May 17 through Wednesday, May 19, 2010.

Chamber members attend breakout sessions followed by a visit with federally-elected representatives.

Registration costs begin at $425 and may decrease based on the number of attendees. The location will be the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Currently, rates at the hotel are $249 per night. Families are welcome.

Airfare and hotel reservations are the individual's responsibility.

To join the Chamber on this exceptional opportunity, please contact Jan Smith at jsmith@conejochamber.org for additional information. Registration is due to the Chamber by Wednesday, March 17, 2010.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the March Mixer in Simi Valley

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

5:30 – 7 p.m.

Grand Vista Hotel - Simi Valley, 999 Enchanted Way

Members: $5

Non-members: $15

No registration is necessary.

Experience green beer and bagels, while networking with great friends and clients. Enjoy delicious food and fabulous raffle prizes.

Door prize opportunity: door prizes must be a stand alone item (no coupons) with a minimum value of $40. Contact Jessica Tadlock by 5 p.m. today, March 16, at jtadlock@conejochamber.org for more information.

Learn to Master Your Blackberry at the Tech Committee Meeting

Thursday, March 18, 2010

11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Chamber Conference Center

Be part of the Technology Committee at its second meeting. Whether you're an IT professional, small business owner, or just want to learn more, join the committee. (Brown-bag lunches welcome).

Contact JoLynn Hinger at jhinger@conejochamber.org if you wish to attend this meeting.

"Globalizing Your Brand: Opportunities for Entrepreneurs" March Business Success Stories Luncheon

Friday, March 19, 2010

11:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Westlake Village Inn

Members: $35

Non-members: $50

Guest Speakers: Zihang Chi, PhD, V.P. of Air China Ltd. and Ed Hogan, President of Hogan Family Foundation and Pleasant Holidays, will present the positive economic impact on globalizing your company. This is an exceptional presentation that every business should hear.

To make a reservation, click here to download a flyer or to register through Chamber Store.

Pre-paid reservations due by 12 noon, Thursday, March 18.

Special Speaker for Governmental Relations Committee Meeting

At this very important meeting GRC will hear from David Mullinax, Regional Public Affairs Manager for the League of Calif. Cities on the qualification of an initiative that would prevent Sacramento from raiding local revenues (that provide local services) in order to balance their budget.

Don't miss this valuable informational meeting.

The GRC will meet in the Chamber’s Conference Center at 11:45 a.m.

Please RSVP to Jan Smith at jsmith@conejochamber.org only if you plan to attend the meeting.

Get Connected at the Business-to-Business Spring Expo

Thursday, March 25, 2010

5 - 7:30 p.m.

Hyatt Westlake Plaza

Admission: free for Chamber members and $5 for non-members.

Sponsorships and vendor booths are available.

Sponsorship Opportunity - $600

Exhibitor - $300

Food/Wine Vendors – contact the Chamber for pricing

Click here to download a flyer. There are only five food vendor booths still available. Exhibitor booths are going fast, reserve now.

Thank you to our sponsors: 92.7 Jill FM, Hyatt Westlake Plaza, Ventura County Star, Montecito Bank & Trust, Money Mailer, Welcome To The Neighborhood Magazine, Bogopod.com, Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks, Dell, Inc., Sampson Insurance Services, Valley Bakery and Kelly Paper.

Amgen Tour Business Forum: Your Business Questions Answered

The Chamber will co-host a free Amgen Tour Business Forum on Wednesday, March 31 at 6 p.m. in the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Scherr Forum Theatre (2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd.). The forum is open to Chamber members and non-members.

The forum will cover:

- An overview of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California race, Conejo Valley route, and logistics.

- Viewing of promotional route video.

- Tips for maximizing your business exposure and revenues on race weekend.

- Opportunities to get involved.

- Question & answer session.

Enjoy the Hit Musical "Little Shop of Horrors" at Cabrillo Benefit Days

The Chamber and Cabrillo Music Theatre present Little Shop of Horrors – The Hit Musical.

Friday, April 30

Fred Kavli Theatre

6:30 p.m. – Cocktail Reception

8 p.m. – Showtime

$46.75* per person, Orchestra seats for the first 75 reservations.

Bring your family and friends to this award winning performance and support your Chamber. A percentage of the ticket sales will be donated to the Chamber.

Click here for ticket purchase and more information.

* Excludes $4 facility fee

E-Myth Solutions: Making Your Business Work for You Seminar

Friday, June 18, 2010

8:30 a.m. Check-in, breakfast and networking

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Renaissance Agoura Hills Hotel, 30100 Agoura Rd.

(at Reyes Adobe Rd.)

Members: $75

Non-members: $125

Ticket includes: breakfast buffet, seminar take-away, E-Myth book and seminar.

Approach your business from the entrepreneurial perspective, understand the importance of strategic thinking, gain insight into how to work on your business (not just in it), and how to lead your business with a clear vision.

If you are interested in a sponsorship opportunity, please contact the Chamber by email at chamber@conejochamber.org.

Ride Where the Pros Will Ride

The largest professional cycling event in the United States will return to the Conejo Valley on Sunday, May 23, 2010.

The cities of Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village and Agoura Hills have partnered to bring this exciting race to the region. They will play host to both the start and the finish of the Tour's grand finale stage.

To participate in the Breakaway Ride on April 11, please go to http://www.breakawayride.com/registration/.

Learn more about the tour and how you can participate at www.amgentourofcalifornia.com.

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Westside Remodeling's

Free Kitchen Seminar

Remodel Your Kitchen and Stay on Budget!

Saturday, March 20, 10:30 a.m.

Location: Warehouse Discount Center

30621 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills

Join us for an informative seminar where we will help you make sense of the many selections available for appliances, counter tops, and cabinets so your project stays on budget!

Please call to reserve your seat today: 805.499.4121

Refreshments will be served.

www.WestsideRemodeling.com

Window Installation Clinic at

Agoura Sash & Door Inc.

Agoura Sash & Door, Inc. invites you to a special Milgard window installation clinic on Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 2301 Townsgate Rd., Westlake Village.

Come by while our Milgard representative performs installation demonstrations or speak with a preferred installer.

Visit our website for complete information and to download our special flyer and worksheet.

All in attendance will receive a special discount on Milgard retrofit purchases.

Call 805.449.2840 to reserve your spot today.

Culinary Adventure at Lobo Castle

On March 27, 6 p.m., Lobo Castle is taking you on a culinary adventure with our spring wine paring menu. Along with fantastic wines from Norm Stafford winery, Lobo Castle will be serving you delectable delights from around the globe.

The cost is $139 per person – maximum seating is 44 guests.

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