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IABC/Madison gatherings are generally held the last Wednesday of each month at The Edgewater Hotel, 666 Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Madison.
Wed., May 30, 2012
11:30 networking - 12:00 lunch and program
Topic: Learn to Build Profitable Relationships with Outside Experts
Speakers: Nick Venturella, Mary Maher and Sharyn Alden
Registration: $20 for members, $28 for guests and $15
for students.
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Learn to Build Profitable Relationships with Outside Experts
A discussion on independent contracting
Wed., May 30, 2012
11:30 networking - 12:00 lunch and program
The Edgewater Hotel in Madison
Sometimes the best way to complete a project, tackle a specialized job or meet other business needs is to hire an outside expert.
But how do you find the right person, where do you start? And once you find them, what does it take to develop a productive relationship? Is there a trick to getting the most out of this investment?
Our panel of independent communication professionals offer some answers as they share what experience tells them about how business owners and in-house communicators can take advantage of a consultant’s skill and outside perspective. Join them for useful tips on tapping the market for specialists who meets your needs and building relationships with them that work.
Presenters (l-r):
Sharyn Alden is a writer and public relations expert who works with organizations primarily in health, science and finance to maximize media storytelling opportunities.
Mary Maher is a marketing and communications consultant who provides concept and copy development services to clients in a range of industries.
Nick Venturella is a marketing professional and Certified Professional Coach who helps “solopreneurs” identify strategies for building a brand and a business.
Lunch selections: choose from the selected entree; vegetarian or vegan alternatives are available upon request. Meals include beverage choice, side salad and cookie for dessert.
Registration: $20 for members, $28 for guests and $15 for students. Indicate your name, company, phone, email and lunch selection in the message box within checkout. Or, you may send an email with your name, company, phone number, email and lunch selection and bring cash or check (payable to IABC Madison) the day of the meeting. Registration deadline is 5:00 pm the Friday before the meeting. Sorry, registrations are not refundable.
June 24-27, 2012
IABC World Conference
2012 held in Chicago, IL
Watch for more 2012 meeting announcements!
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