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Events
Wednesday October 14, 2009
Start: 00:00
In the spirit of Thanksgiving we invite you to join us for lunch and learn the importance of
"Attitude of Gratitude"
Why is gratitude so vital for success, happiness and well being.
What are you grateful for?
Are you grateful for the opportunity to network with like minded business women?
Come see what the network can offer you and what you can offer it. We are looking for a few more ladies to assist with some core positions. This is the best way to really get involved and benefit from the network.
We are looking for the following:
-an assistant hostess to assist with 50/50 sales and guest relations
-someone with ideas and enthusiasm for fund raising and special events
-directory editor
-member at large (2)
We will be featuring 5 of our members as Spotlight Speakers. Be sure to drop your card in the basket for a chance to showcase your business.
Our luncheon meeting is
Wednesday October 14/09
11:30-1:30p.m.
Menu is Chicken Souvlaki Skewer, Greek Salad and Pita bread. Vegetarian options availabe.
Looking forward to seeing you there and hearing your story of gratitude.
Don't forget your business cards.
Friday October 16, 2009
Start: 11:42
VALLEYWOOD DIAMOND GALA!
This is our 10th Anniversary luncheon meeting, and we are celebrating with a party including a delicious meal, prizes, entertainment and a swag bag full of goodies. For more information see the attached flyer.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Start: 19:30
End: 23:59
Abba Cadabra
Proceeds from this fundraising event will go to local charities supporting women & children in need.
- When: Friday, October 16, 2009 Doors open at 7:30 p.m. (Adult event)
- Where: Compass Point Inn, 9850 King George Hwy, Surrey
A special room rate of $89 applies to VWN fundraiser guests. Phone 604-588-9511 for your reservation.
- Cost: $35.00
- Tickets & Table Reservations: Phone: 604.531.8932 (Karen) Email: Surrey Delta Secretary
- Details:
- FREE parking for first 100 cars!
- EARLY BIRD door prizes!
- Live Entertainment / Dance / Cash Bar
- Late Night Dessert Buffet (not a dinner event)
- Live & Silent Auction
- Door Prizes!!!
Reservations are by ticket sales. Contact Karen or one of the Surrey Delta Chapter Core Members for tickets.
Tuesday October 20, 2009
Start: 11:30
End: 13:30
The Abbotsford Chapter of the Valley Women's Network invites you to join us at our October luncheon with guest speaker Colin Sprake.
www.mymsuccess.com
Registration begins at 11:30 am, lunch at noon.
Vendor tables available upon request with RSVP. Please bring a table cloth, draw box, and $10 door prize.
Please come prepared to have a professional photograph taken for the membership directory by Liberty Tree Photography.
Start: 18:36
Our next meeting of our newly renamed RIDGE MEADOWS Chapter will be
October 20th, 2009 @ 6:30PM Networking
Dinner to start at 7PM
(Catered by Gourmet Dave's Catering & Bistro)
Speaker Presentation - Kristin Krimmel, Artist
"Knowing what you buy when you buy
art."
A demonstration of print versus art print versus original work.
To be held at
the brand new beautiful facility
Maple Ridge Seniors Village
located at 22141 - 119th Ave
Maple Ridge.
Come and see the enjoy the fabulous facilites that just opened in early July. They have graciously made their elegant dining room available for VWN Ridge Meadows Chapter.
We will focus on Networking, plus will have a guest speaker, tba!
Reservation Deadline Friday, Oct 16th @3PM No Shows: The Chapter must pay for any reserved meals, therefore, all no shows are invoiced for missed lunches.
Yes our Chapter is having location challenges, however we are so
close to settling into our brand new location, we will be there soon,
but they are still finishing the renos. We have found a Temporary
location, thanks to the CORE Executive.
We
are looking forward to another great dinner meeting to network with
other business women from Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows area and other
local chapters.
Please note, to reserve for a meeting you need to log in to your
account then sign up using the Events Calendar. For assistance with
this process please contact your local webmistress. RidgeMeadowsWebmistress@ValleyWomensNetwork.com
Meetings:
Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month except for July and
August. They include a light dinner, warm and friendly conversation,
fun and games, and guest speakers that inspire and inform. Non-members
may attend twice before being asked to become a member.
Tuesday October 27, 2009
Start: 11:30
End: 13:30
Greetings Ladies,
Our October lunch will feature networking and a guest speaker from the City of Chilliwack who will speak about the Olympics in Chilliwack.
Don't forget that this is the last month to get your photo to go into the printed directory. Also please ensure that your information is current and up to date on the website.
See you there.
Start: 18:30
End: 21:00
Learn from this month's speaker, Liam Brown, how to sell to men, learn about misconceptions that women have about selling to men, understand how to increase their professional value, and identify pitfalls that commonly throws the deal off.
Liam Brown (Ghost Adviser)
Licensing – Business Development – Non Profit Management
Liam is an accomplished business builder, professional speaker and trainer. Having built a handful of successful enterprises himself, he now spends a good part of his time working with entrepreneurs, boards, and others looking to develop sustainable business practices.
His areas of expertise include:
Marketing and Niche Market Identification
Licensing and Franchise Model Development
Business Systems
Profit Modeling
Presentation skills
Business Development
Non-Profit Development and Management
Sales Systems and Development
Liam has extensive experience working as a planner and trainer for the non-profit area of business. Working with Business Improvement Associations, Chambers of Commerce, an professional associations, he has built a strong reputation for developing plans that work.
A strong believer in giving back to his community he sits on a variety of boards including SEEDS (Self Employment and Entrepreneur Development Society).
Within 24 hours after registering for the event you will receive an automatic email notifying you that you are registered for the event. If this does not occur please contact Ms. Megan Chatry at: VancouverReservations@ValleyWomensNetwork.com before noon on Friday, October 23rd. If you have website difficulties contact Ms. Suzette Willems at VancouverWebmistress@ValleyWomensNetwork.com
Warm Regards,
The Registration Committee
Wednesday October 28, 2009
Start: 11:15
End: 13:30
Featured Speaker:
Karen Pedersen, Clinical Certified HypnoTherapist and a laughter Yoga instructor.
Karen is the former lead trainer with BMO training and learning Vancouver. division.
Presentation will be "Deeper Communication with your clients/customers"
Spotlight Speaker:
Raywyn Erikson
"October is Breast Awareness Month, I wanted to add some healthy alternative ideas based on my own journey and what I have learned in the last year since my diagnosis and healing journey began. As a 10 year veteran of Surrey/Delta Chapter I believe sharing this information is empowering for women of all ages making "LIVING CHOICES" through ReEducation, exploring and discovering = Self-Awareness! Key-ways to Knowing The Healthy Self to Heal, Learn and earn the rewards, sharing information and caring - The Secrets of Success!
Food for thought and Rich, Radiant Blessings, Raywyn"
Tuesday November 10, 2009
Start: 18:30
End: 21:00
November Networking. This meeting will be dedicated to meeting women and getting to know each other. As well, as our fabulous SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP event! It's time to purchase all the unique Chritmas gifts and stocking stuffers our display vendors have to offer.
For a reservation contact Zosia at vwneveningchapter@gmail.com
Thursday November 12, 2009
Start: 07:00
End: 09:00
Join us for networking, networking, networking and a continental breakfast At the Pacific Inn, 1160 King George Highway,Surrey
Cost for members: $18 Non members:$20 Dropins:$23
Reservations:WhiteRockReservations@ValleyWomensNetwork.com or call Janice at 604 541 6022
You get to introduce yourself at every meeting and tell us who you are,what do you do and how can we help you.
Start: 12:00
Mission Shopping Extravaganza The Mission Chapter invites you to join us on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 11:45pm - 1:30pm The Bellevue Hotel in the Legends Lounge Come and share The Four F’s Females, Friendships, Food &Fun Reservation Deadline: VWN Members can book a display table! Lunch: $15 for members, $17 for guests Membership is due for the new year please see Marie Wells,
Noon Tuesday Novenber 11th, 2009
Membership coordinator
Friday November 13, 2009
Start: 11:15
End: 13:30
Where: Vancouver Golf Club, 771 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam
When: Friday November 13th
Sign In Time: 11:15 to 11:45
Networking & Lunch Time: 11:45 to 1:30
Dress Code: No Denim, No Cell phones
Cost: $23.00 members, $28.00 non-members, who may attend two luncheons before being asked to become a member
Reservation Deadline: 5:00 PM Tuesday prior to Friday luncheon. Contact Joan 604-216-7076 or
TriCityReservations@ValleyWomensNetwork.com.
No Shows: The Chapter must pay for any reserved meals, therefore, all no shows are invoiced for missed lunches.
We are required to tell the Golf Club the number of lunches to prepare; so we ask you to make your lunch reservation by 5:00 pm on Tuesday before the meeting.
