Welcome to our July 2022 roundup of training and networking opportunities for creative professionals in our community. Looking to join a monthly, recurring networking group? Scroll to the bottom of this blog to learn about local groups and when they meet.
Do you have any great training or networking opportunities to share with us? Comment below, or send your suggestions to culture@brantford.ca. Please note that these lists are compiled at the beginning of the previous month, and curated specifically for creative industry professionals. This is not a comprehensive training list, but is rather a starting point for your own professional development.
Training and Networking Opportunities
Lean In Circle for Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Laurier Women’s Entrepreneurship Centre
When? Friday July 1, 2022 from 10:30am to 12:00pm
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Web Presence 101 - Ensuring Your Foundation is Set
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC) and presented by Digital Main Street
When? Tuesday July 5, 2022 from 10:00am to 11:30am
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC) and facilitated by My Main Street
When? Tuesday July 12, 2022 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC) and presented by Laurier Women’s Entrepreneurship Centre
When? Friday July 15, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
A Closer Look: An Online Workshop with Larry Brown
Hosted by Glenhyrst Art Gallery
When? Saturday July 23 and Sunday July 24, 2022 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Members $50.00, Non-Members $60.00
Registration required? Yes
BUNDLE AND SAVE THE WEEKEND WORKSHOP AND THE AUGUST WRITING WEEK FOR ONE LOW PRICE – MEMBERS $100.00, NON-MEMBERS $120.00 (UP TO $145.00 FOR BOTH)
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Monday July 25, 2022 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Mastermind Session: Business Operations
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC) and facilitated by My Main Street
When? Tuesday July 26, 2022 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Where? Online workshop
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Local Networking Groups
Brant Pros helps members increase revenue, build qualified relationships, and market their services through targeted networking. Become a member and help build strong and lasting relationships with other entrepreneurs and participate in a network of exchanges allowing you to increase your client base. These referrals and recommendations will help you grow your business – because together are stronger and grow faster!
Brant Business Builders is a proven entity supercharging the growth of Brantford and area businesses through the practice of referral and testimonial generation. Working with members, you can develop significant business allies who can help you establish credibility. The dedication and support of members by members is at the heart of their mission to build business through quality relationships.
Brant Women Networking Group (BWNG)
Brant Women Networking Group is a progressive women’s organization that supports women in achieving business, financial and personal success. They offer innovative programs that provide opportunities for networking, connecting, mentoring and learning from and with each other.
Ladies Who Lead is a networking group of dynamic, professional women empowered through support, inspiration and mentoring, to promote success of women in business and their professions. They offer professional women the opportunity to provide one another with peer support and empowerment through networking opportunities and professional speakers.
Brant Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
Save the Date: August 2022 Training and Networking Opportunities
Wednesday August 3, 2022: Ask A Bookkeeper: A Q & A for Women Entrepreneurs
Friday August 5, 2022: Lean In Circle for Entrepreneurs
Tuesday August 9, 2022: How to Increase Online to Offline Foot Traffic
Monday August 15 to Thursday August 18, 2022: The Write Week: A Four Evening Online Class with Larry Brown
Friday August 19, 2022: Etsy Sellers Learning Circle
Monday August 22, 2022: Writers’ Support Circle
Tuesday August 23, 2022: Mastermind Session - Marketing
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