The Iowa City Area Chamber is seeking presenters for the second semester of the Expert Edge Seminar Series. This insightful series addresses current critical topics to prepare members to meet the ever-changing demands of the workplace. Geared toward businesses of any size, Expert Edge provides growth and development opportunities for all types of employees, from entry-level to executives. These monthly sessions cover a great scope of topics that could help yield immediate bottom-line results. Sessions are led by Chamber members who have specialized knowledge, experience and passion for the topics. See first semester sessions below for example of desired programming.
If you are considered an expert in your field, your expertise can
benefit Chamber members and you're a charismatic speaker, submit a
Speaker Presentation Request form for consideration. You must be a
member of the Chamber to apply. E-mail kelly@iowacityarea.com or call (319) 337-9637 to request a form.
Thank you to the Expert Edge Premier Sponsor Raymond James Financial Services Inc. / James Investment Group, Inc.
January - June 2011 Sessions
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING 201: IMPLEMENTATION & IMPACT
Nick Westergaard / Westergaard Advertising
Thursday, January 13
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Hills Bank and Trust Company, IC
MANAGING TROUBLED & TROUBLESOME EMPLOYEES
John Langhorne / Langhorne Associates
Wednesday, February 9
7:30 - 9 a.m.
Hills Bank and Trust Company, IC
STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR BUSINESS & MARKETING SUCCESS
David Aeschliman / Henry Russell Bruce
Thursday, March 10
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
BioVentures Center
Sponsored by Bergan, Paulsen & Company P.C.
AFTER THE HANDSHAKE: TAKE NETWORKING TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Margie Peskin / Search Forward
Thursday, April 14
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
BioVentures Center
Register by Monday, April 11 >>
"HOW MUCH IS MY BUSINESS WORTH? HOW DO I EXTRACT THAT VALUE?"
Jim Conard / Freedom Security Bank & Mike Mesch / Terry Lockridge and Dunn
Thursday, May 12
7:30 - 9 a.m.
Terry Lockridge and Dunn
Register by Monday, May 9 >>
Sponsored by Freedom Security Bank
FIVE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS TO SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY
Mike McKay / Keystone IT
Wednesday, June 8
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Coralville City Hall, Council Chambers
Register by Friday, June 3 >>