LA CASITA PATIO CAFE HOSTS KIDS SAFETY AWARENESS EVENT
This event began on 8/25/08 and runs through 8/30/08.
La Casita Patio Café and local marketing firm, Blue Sky Marketing, will host events at two Colorado Springs locations to educate families about the importance of child safety and to offer free fingerprinting for children. Representatives from Blue Sky Marketing will be on hand to talk about Child Protection Education of America (CPEA), a nationally-recognized non-profit dedicated to finding missing children, as well as discuss the significance of its child protection program and services. The events, which are open to families in and around the Colorado Springs area, also will distribute free child safety materials to attendees.
To further assist CPEA in continuing its mission to protect children, additional safety products, such as Child Identification Cards, Emergency Medical Identification Cards and DNA kits, will be available for purchase.
WHEN/
WHERE:
Monday, August 25 through Saturday, August 30, 2008
10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
4295 N. Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 599-7829
*Kids eat free at La Casita on Wednesday nights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
KATHLEEN STUCKEL @ (719) 227-7074 OR KATHLEENS@QEM-USA.COM
CSYP Business Networking Night
Going back to an old favorite.....
CSYP Social @ Oscar's Oyster Bar
333 S. Tejon St.
August 28th, 6pm-8pm
Cost: FREE!
Oscar's Oyster bar is the type of place you'd expect to face the crashing surf on some small beach in the Gulf of Mexico. The food is amazing, their oysters considered better than anywhere else in town (some say Colorado even).....and considering they go through in a week what two other well known venues do downtown TOGETHER go through in a month.....well you'll just have to try them for yourself.
While you are there we recommend you add a dollar bill to their ceiling....a little known fact is that they count every dollar on their birthday and give that amount to a local children's charity. Rumor has it there is over $7000 on that ceiling now!
Bonus: Their outdoor covered patio allows you to enjoy the summer air.....even if it's raining. This simple place with exceptional food is sure to impress even the top VIP.
The Basics of Business Ownership
So…You Think You Want Your Own Business?
The Basics of Business Ownership
Join us on October 14, 2008 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Penrose Library for an informative evening to learn the basics of business ownership. Start-ups, existing business resales, franchises—we’ll cover them all. Hear from experts in the following fields—Legal, Accounting, Lending, & Business Brokerage. Colorado is known for its entrepreneurial atmosphere—come explore the option of self-employment to see if it’s the right path for you!
Support Southern Colorado's oldest and largest no-kill animal rescue and enjoy a great game of golf at the same time! Saturday, August 30 at the Antler Creek Golf Course in Falcon Hills. Prizes, food and vendors. Call 390-7838 or visit www.dreampower.org for more information.
PDMA Rocky Mt Hosts:
The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) is hosting its first annual new product development symposium. At this event, local innovation experts will gather to discuss business-changing product development tools and best practices.
Tony Ulwick, noted author of What Customers Want and CEO of innovation management firm Strategyn, will deliver the keynote address and teach event attendees how to use key principles of new product development to strengthen their businesses by transforming customer input into innovation. His speech will outline how companies can develop real solutions for unmet customer needs and consistently launch For more information or to register for the event, please visit http://www.pdma.org/chapter_home.cfm?pk_chapter=30
Chamber Golf Classic
You have been invited to the rest…now play in the BEST!!! That’s right the Greater Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Golf Classic. This tournament gets bigger and better every year…so join us and play in the Mike Shaw/Chamber Golf Classic on Monday, September 8, 2008. Voted “Best Local Golf Tournament” by the readers of the Colorado Springs Business Journal.
We like to play the best private golf courses in town so we are headed back to the Colorado Springs Country Club! Just to refresh your memory about how great the tournament really is: you have a choice of an 8AM or a 1:30PM shotgun start. In the morning, coffee and a breakfast burritos are served; in the afternoon, please enjoy lunch and drinks on us as you pass the clubhouse. As in years past, while you are on the course you have your choice of ice cream bars; beer, soda and water (maybe even a grilled shrimp or two if you’re lucky!). We even offer cigars if you like to puff while you putt. Think “party on every hole.” As if this is not enough, at the end of the day we also have a great dinner plus GREAT raffle prizes and awards. ALL of this is included in your entry fee, plus a few more goodies on the side (but if we gave it all away now, you wouldn’t be surprised that day).
“INCREASE CASH AND PROFITS BY UNDERSTANDING YOUR FINANCIAL REPORTS”
Presented by: Joe Zalewski, Owner, JAZ Advisory Services &
Jeff Schneider, Owner, Entrepreneurial Finance and Accounting
THIS WORKSHOP WILL HELP BUSINESS OWNERS READ AND UNDERSTAND THEIR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS IN ADDITION TO DISCUSSING WAYS TO INCREASE CASH FLOWS AND PROFITS.
Held at the Tri-Lakes Business Incubator
14960, Woodcarver Road, Colorado Springs, CO. 80921
5:30 - 6:00 Social
6:00 - 7:30 Presentation
Please RSVP to pm@trilakesbi.com
CSYP Business Networking Night
McCabe's Tavern
520 S. Tejon St
Sept. 11th
6pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
Join your fellow young professionals in what is often considered not only the best young professionals networking
group on the Front Range,but one of the best relationship based networking groups in Colorado Springs. At CSYP events you won't be insulted by someone handing out 50 business cards in two minutes. No,CSYP is where you make long term friends and create lasting business relationships. In short, reasons to stay in Colorado Springs. Best yet this event is FREE!
McCabe's is the place you can watch Professional bicycle racing, rugby, soccer, and more. Well known for their authentic style Irish Pub Food, it's a secret lunch favorite of many in CSYP for sometime.
For more information on this fun Irish Pub check out www.McCabesTavern.com
American Business Women's Association Express Network
11:30A.M. to 1:00P.M. Friday September 12,2008
Garden of the Gods Club
3320 Mesa Drive 80904
Speaker Michelle Vandepas, the "Blogging Mistress" will present a program on Computer Advances to Social Networking. Lunch and Program $25.00
RSVP on line www.cswen.org
eWomenNetwork Accelerated Networking Event
"Accelerated Networking" is a well-structured, highly-focused networking session that makes it possible for every woman who attends to leave an event with as many as 20 new contacts and/or referrals that ultimately lead to business and increased revenue. The support system eWomenNetwork has in place for its members is unlike any other business networking experience. The attendees are involved, active, contributing and participating throughout the entire process. eWomenNetwork takes the "work" out of networking for women!
Join us at the Doubletree hotel from 11:30 to 1:30 PM for an event like none other.
Meryl Runion is our speaker this month. She is a Certified Speaking Professional and the author of five books that have sold over a quarter million copies worldwide. Her topic is SpeakStrong for Women.
To register call Mary Pearsall, Executive Managing Director at 719-596-1771 or visit the website at www.eWomenNetwork.com.
2008 Economic Crime Conference
The 2008 Economic Crime Conference will be offered as a free service to our community for individuals interested in how to protect themselves from identity theft, postal scams, appraisal, mortgage and foreclosure fraud.
This conference will be held on Saturday, September 13th at the Penrose Library, downtown at 20 North Cascade Avenue, in the Carnegie Reading Room, from 10am-5pm.
The Economic Crime Conference will feature professionals who have experience in dealing with these important issues and can answer your questions if you have been a victim, and provide information on action to take.
Seating is limited, so please call 520-6002 to register for the conference.
American Family Golf Tournament to Benefit Care and Share Food Bank
Join American Family Insurance on September 15, 2008 at 8 a.m. for their 6th annual golf tournament at the Colorado Springs Country Club. This year’s event will benefit Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado. To register or for more information please go to https://golf.compete-at.com/americanfamilyinsurance.com/amfamgolf or call 719-528-1247 ext. 222.
ABWA Pikes Peak Chapter presents
Monthly meeting of the Pikes Peak Chapter of the American Business Women's Association with guest speaker Dr. Mary Lynn Pulley, President of Linkages Workplace Consulting presenting "Would you say it face-to-face?"
Come network with fellow businesswomen; then enjoy dinner and the program. Cost is $14.50 Members/$16.50 Non-members.
Location: The Clarion Hotel, 314 W. Bijou, Colorado Springs.
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Reservations are required no later than Noon, September 11. Contact Diane at (719) 591-2404 or visit the chapter website at www.abwa-pikespeak.org for more information.
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Training
LEAN SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT TRAINING
WHAT: A four day training event leading to a Six Sigma Green Belt Training Certificate and 32 PDU’s
WHEN: September 20-21 and 27-28
WHERE: TBD
COST: for class, text and Certification Test: $1600
TEXTS: “Six Sigma DeMystified, A Self Teaching Guide”, Paul Keller, McGraw Hill, 2005, “The Six Sigma Handbook”, Thomas Pyzdek, McGraw Hill, 2003. On line practice exams by Quality America
SPONSORED BY: PPRC and AVR Associates, LTD
SIGN UP AT: www.pmipprc.org
2007 marked the twentieth anniversary of Six Sigma. The program grew out of a process improvement effort between Motorola and Unisys. It has evolved to become a major force the set of tools a company or individual may use to improve business performance. Roughly 50% of Fortune 500 companies and over 80% of Fortune 100 companies have active Six Sigma programs. It is increasingly used in service (non manufacturing) environments to improve processes and business performance. The Air Force has AFSO 21, which has Six Sigma as a key component. Most other DoD entities have similar programs aimed at improving operational performance. Whether an operation is actively involved in implementing Six Sigma or not, the philosophy of managing by fact, using proven tools and following an agreed upon discipline is very useful.
This fast paced, four day seminar gives students an understanding of Six Sigma, what it is and what it is not.
The Green Belt is intended for students who are interested in becoming Six Sigma practitioners at a work group or departmental level. The full range of the work processes • DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) are covered in this course. All the tools a Green Belt is expected to know will be covered in this course.
Lean principles are taught and integrated with Six Sigma as part of the overall toolset which is used to accomplish focused business process improvement.
Additionally we will cover key aspects of the development and implementation of a Six Sigma program. This is key in determining success in the ultimate use of the methodology,
This class will provide an excellent opportunity to learn the Six Sigma methodology and how you can put it into practice in your daily work and your career, whether your are involved in an active implementation or not. The learning objectives for the course are to:
· Understand the benefits and implications of the Six Sigma methodology and its significance in the business environment
· Be able to communicate and understand Six Sigma language and terms
· Use the Six Sigma rating to evaluate the capability of a process or organization
· Understand the use and critical factors within the DMAIC process
· Recognize organizational critical success factors in implementing and maintaining a Six Sigma implementation
· Understand and apply basic Six Sigma tools such as process flow charting, value stream mapping, SIPOC, Pareto Chart, Histogram, Trend Chart, Fishbone Diagram, 5 Whys, FMEA, Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments and others.
At the end of the class you will be prepared to take an on-line test administered by a leading provider of Six Sigma Training, Quality America, Inc. Upon passing this test you will receive a Green Belt Certificate from Quality America.
AVR Associates, LTD has been reviewed and approved as a provider of project management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI). As a PMI Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), AVR Associates LTD has agreed to abide by PMI established quality assurance standards. ®
SET Family Medical Clinics' 18th Anniversary Dinner Celebration
SET FAMILY MEDICAL CLINICS IS CELEBRATING 18 YEARS OF PROVIDING HEALTHCARE TO UNINSURED, UNDERINSURED AND LOW INCOME MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY.
Southern Colorado Youth for Christ - Juvenile Justice/Youth Guidance Ministry to benefit outreach to incarcerated and hospitalized young people.
Join YFC and Six and Geving Insurance (Platinum Sponsor) on September 22, 2008 for our 8th annual golf tournament at the Colorado Springs Country Club. This year’s event will include both 90-hole marathon and an 18-hole Best-Ball-Scramble format. Golfers choice. Breakfast will be served to the Marathon players at 7:30 AM. Barbeque lunch served on the course for all players at 12 noon. 18-holers begin at 1:00. Banquet dinner for players and guests at 6:00. Balls, carts, drinks, snacks, meals, prizes included at no charge. Golfers play for free but agree to raise support for the Juvenile Justice outreach. To register, request a brochure or for more information please call 471-0333 in Colorado Springs.
What's Better for America -- Liberal or Conservative Ideas?
A timely debate between nationally syndicated radio talk show host conservative Dennis Prager and nationally syndicated newspaper columnist progressive David Sirota. South High School, 1700 E. Louisisana Ave. in southeast Denver. Tickets: $21 in advance; $25 at the door. Purchase tickets at www.pragerevent.com
Business Mentoring - TiE Rockies MentorFest
Highly acclaimed Business Mentoring program for entrepreneurs and business owners offers specific, no-nonsense advice about the most difficult business issues and problems. Plenty of time for Q&A. Great way to get expert business mentoring while simultaneously expanding your network!
Location: PPA Event Center; 2105 Decatur St.; Denver, CO 80211
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 24th
Time: 5:30 – 8:45 pm
Cost: $35 (open to the public)
Registration: http://www.rockies.tie.org
Business Cash Flow Seminar
This seminar covers topics on how to save money on federal and state taxes, business expenses, mortgage interest, employee benefits, and business equipment. You will also learn how to find money to grow your business & gain access to business professionals at discounted rates. Your attendance at this seminar could be worth tens of thousands of dollars to you and your company. Your total satisfaction is 100% money back guaranteed, no questions asked! This seminar is sponsored by the Colorado Springs Small Business Development Center and the Business Advisory Team. For further information feel free to call at, 262.3844 or sign-up online at cssbdc.org/.
Excellence in Customer Service Awards Gala
"Don't miss out on one of the biggest events of the year!"
On September 25, 2008, southern Colorado companies that provide the very best customer service will be honored at the Better Business Bureau's Excellence in Customer Service Awards Gala. Tables are still available, please contct Cat Eli at 719-636-5076 x100 or cate@bbbsc.org.
Now is the Time … Community Breakfast
7:30am
CPCD announces the 2nd Annual Now is the Time Community Breakfast. Attendees enjoy a free pre-set European breakfast. The program is a multi-media experience presenting the need for early childhood education with family support for El Paso County's children living in poverty. It is unforgettable! Event is free. Reservations required.
Chaired by: Hosted by Table Captains
Attire: Business
Price: Free to Attend
Location: Doubletree Hotel/ World Arena
1775 E. Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Contact: Marty Kemmer-Contreras
(719) 635-1536
martyc@cpcd.org
Now is the Time...Community Breakfast
Community Partnership for Child Development Now is the Time...Community Breakfast. 7:30am Doubletree Hotel/ World Arena. CPCD announces the 2nd Annual Now is the Time Community Breakfast. Attendees enjoy a free pre-set European breakfast. (719) 635-1536 1775 E. Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd. 80906. Free to Attend
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care’s “Art of Living” - Art Show and Sale
The Art of Living highlights the talent of local, regional and national artists who create work reflecting the celebration of life. Stroll through the Gallery on Saturday, September 27th between 10 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and don’t miss the festivities in the outside tent featuring artisans at work, live jazz, food from Cravings, and more. The Gallery has graciously offered to donate 10% of all sales during the Open House. In addition, several artists have designated donations to Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care from the sale of selected pieces. An assortment of color note cards and giclée prints depicting art from the show will also be available for sale. All proceeds from the event support the extraordinary work of Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care. Please call Robin Whitten, Director of Communication & Marketing at 719-633-3400 ext. 610 if you would like more information about this special event.
Culture of Success Luncheon with Juan Williams
The Culture of Success Luncheon, featuring Juan Williams, will build community awareness for Pikes Peak Community College's Multicultural Male Retention Initiative. Hosted by the PPCC Foundation, the event will feature keynote speaker Juan Williams, a noted journalist with NPR, Washington Post and Fox News and the author of Enough, who bring his unique message of African-American self empowerment to our community.
The Broadmoor Rocky Mountain Ballroom
October 7, 2008
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
For more information, contact Jenny Stafford at jenny.stafford@ppcc.edu or 719.502.2247
Business & Art Luncheon
Welcome to a lunch like no other brought to you by the Chamber and COPPeR, The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region! We will celebrate Business's that support the Arts! And we will celebrate arts that are good business! Enjoy performances that are given by local artist, we will have door prize drawings for unique and local art pieces...plus more. And the best part is you will be helping Colorado Springs celebrate Business & Arts! Pre-payment is required. The cost is $35 for individual seats; corporate table's of 10 will be available for $400 (you will be "donating" two seats back to the art community and will sit with local artist/art administrators).
Southern Colorado Economic Forum
The largest business forum in Southern Colorado. University of Colorado - Colorado Springs' economists will be present their economic forecasts. Break out sessions with CLE for realtors will take place after the morning presentations.
Proposed themes are:
1. Colorado Tax Policy. A conversation with the Colorado Association of Commerce and Industry (CASI) and may be able to get a representative to speak at the forum. There is a great deal of interest in Colorado's tax policy and the implications of tax policy for the future of Colorado. What conflicts do we have in our constitution? Should state policy change? How will it change? How should it change in order to promote long-term economic development? These are all questions that deserve some discussion.
2. How do we create Public-Private Partnerships in Colorado Springs?
Denver seems to have developed a model that works effectively to get things done. Even our neighbor to the south, Pueblo has been effective in forming public-private partnerships. Colorado Springs is less effective in forming the partnerships necessary to improve the economic climate in the region. What can be done? What should be done to improve this situation?
Contact: Tom Zwirlein
Professor of Finance
Southern Colorado Economic Forum Director College of Business and Administration University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80933-7150
