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Welcome to our October roundup of training and networking opportunities for creative professionals in our community. Don’t forget to sign up for our monthly Arts & Culture e-newsletter to get these opportunities delivered straight to your email inbox so you don’t miss a thing.
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
From Spark to Story with Instructor Larry Brown
Hosted by Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant
When? Thursdays beginning October 1, 2020 to November 5, 2020 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where? Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, Coach House, 20 Ava Road, Brantford
Fee? $120.00 Non-members, $100 members
Registration required? Yes
Outdoor Photography with Instructor Brian Thompson
Hosted by Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant
When? Saturday October 3 and Sunday October 4, 2020 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Where? Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, Coach House and Gardens, 20 Ava Road, Brantford
Fee? $120.00 Non-members, $100.00 Members (Participants must bring their own lunch)
Registration required? Yes
Webinar – Financial Forecasting
Hosted by Brantford Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday October 6, 2020 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Where? Online (webinar)
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Annual Mayor’s Luncheon 2020 – Virtual Event
Hosted by Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant
When? Friday October 9, 2020 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where? Online (Zoom link will be sent to all registrants prior to the event)
A take-out Lunch option will be available from Best Western Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre, 19 Holiday Drive, Brantford, prices starting at $34.50 (delivery is extra)
Registration required? Yes
Thursday Night Author Talks – Helen Humphries (Online)
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Thursday October 15, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Where? Online
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Outdoor Photography with Instructor Brian Thompson
Hosted by Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant
When? Saturday October 17 and Sunday October18, 2020 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Where? Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, Coach House and Gardens, 20 Ava Road, Brantford
Fee? $120.00 Non-members, $100.00 Members (Participants must bring their own lunch)
Registration required? Yes
Hosted by Brantford Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday October 20, 2020 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Where? Online (webinar)
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Lifescapes – Memoir Writing Virtual Workshop Series
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Tuesday October 20, 2020 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Where? Online
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Webinar - Tax Seminar with the Canada Revenue Agency
Hosted by Brantford Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Thursday October 22, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Where? Online (webinar)
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Hosted by Brantford Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday October 27, 2020 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Where? Online (webinar)
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Chamber Business After Hours and New Member Social
Hosted by Chamber of Commerce Brantford – Brant
When? Tuesday October 27, 2020 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Where? Best Western Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre, 19 Holiday Drive, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Adobe InDesign: An Introduction with Jeanette Obbink
Hosted by: Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant
When? Thursday October 29 and Friday October 30, 2020 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Where? Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, Main Gallery, 20 Ava Road, Brantford
Fee? $80.00 Non- members, $60.00 Members
Registration required? Yes
Creative Spaces Online Training Series
Hosted by ArtsBuild Ontario
Module # 1 – Strategic Planning and Partnerships
Presenter: Devin Glowinski, Co-founder Kilogram Studios
Module # 2 – Financial Management and Capital Projects
Presenter: Brian Arnott, Principal, Novita Interpares
Module # 3 – Campaigns and Community Engagement
Presenter: Brian Arnott, Principal, Novita Interpares
Module # 4 – Operational Planning Before, During and After a Capital Project
Presenters: Lauren Gould, Chief Operating Officer, Gardiner Museum and Jeanne LeSage, LeSage Arts Management
Each module is 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Cost per module is $40.00 + HST or purchase all four modules for $140.00 + HST
(Each module comes with a recording of the webinar, a PDF of the presentation, a transcription of the recording and any extra resources the presenter(s) provided to the attendees)
Hosted by Work in Culture
When? Past Webinar (originally delivered August 24, 2020)
Where? Online
Fee? Free
Registration required? No
Countdown to Business Panel Session – Basic Tools for Putting Together a Creative Business Idea
Hosted by Work in Culture
When? Past Webinar (originally delivered August 29, 2020)
Where? Online
Fee? Free
Registration required? No
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!
- Meets every Tuesday from 12:00pm to 1:30pm (check website for updates re COVID-19)
- The Rope Factory, 111 Sherwood Drive, Unit 25, Brantford (unless otherwise noted)
- For more information, contact info@brantpros.ca
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.
- Meets every Wednesdays from 7:00am to 8:30am (check website for updates re COVID-19)
- Location: The Sherwood Restaurant, 799 Colborne Street, Brantford
- For more information, visit the Brant Business Builders website
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.
- Due to Covid-19 BWNG has taken their events online. Check website for meeting dates and I.D. passwords to join online meetings. Meetings are held between 12:00pm and 1:00pm. (check website for any changes re COVID-19)
- For more information, use their online contact form.
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.
- Meets first Wednesday of the month, 6:00pm to 8:30pm (check website for updates re COVID-19)
- Brantford Golf and Country Club, 60 Ava Road, Brantford
- For more information, visit the Ladies Who Lead website.
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.
- Meets every Monday at 7:30pm (excluding statutory holidays) ** as of April 6, 2020 weekly meetings will be held via Zoom until further notice
- Charlotte Villa Retirement Residence, Downstairs Lounge, 120 Darling Street, Brantford
- Membership based (fee involved). Guests may attend for free.
- For more information, visit the Brant Toastmasters website.
Save the Date: November Training and Networking Opportunities
Tuesday November 3, 2020: Webinar - Basic Bookkeeping
Tuesday November 3, 2020: Lifescapes – Memoir Writing Virtual Workshop Series
Thursday November 5, 2020: Thursday Night Author Talks (Online) – Karma Brown
Monday November 9, 2020: 3D Design Virtual Workshop
Tuesday November 17, 2020: Lifescapes – Memoir Writing Virtual Workshop Series
Tuesday December 1, 2020: Lifescapes – Memoir Writing Virtual Workshop Series
Thursday December 3, 2020: Thursday Night Author Talks (Online) – Farzana Doctor
Saturday December 5 and Sunday December 6, 2020: Adventures in Memoir Writing with Larry Brown
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