Nevada BCC presents Business and Networking Expo – Dec 5
A challenging economy can provide new opportunities for business, according to Mary-Ann Andrews, Executive Vice-President of the Nevada Black Chamber of Commerce. That’s just one reason why the organization is offering its second annual Business and Networking Expo:
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009 
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Speaker and interactive panel sessions 1:30-4 p.m.
Location: Center for Unique Business Enterprises (C4CUBE) 300 E. 2nd St., 12th floor, in downtown Reno
Cost: Free for attendees; exhibitor booths are available for $20 for Nevada Black Chamber members, $45 for non-members
Register: Attendees: 775-786-5515 or pboyaking@sageintl.com
Exhibitors: 775-250-5987 or bvaunn@gmail.com
“Our goal to promote the economic vitality of minority-owned and small businesses by providing opportunities to develop relationships with other local businesses, as well as resources and experts who can help their enterprises grow,” said Andrews.
All members of the business community are invited to attend the expo. “The current economy has stimulated new business formation among those who see niche opportunities to fill changing consumer and business needs, and we’re helping to educate entrepreneurs to find the right openings for their ideas,” she added.
Speakers at the event will offer valuable tips for established and new businesses including business planning, marketing, branding, forging successful joint ventures and strategic alliances, accessing resources and capital, and more.
Event sponsors include C4CUBE, Charles Schwab Bank, Sage International, Inc. and Wells Fargo. For more information about expo sponsorships, exhibitor space or to find out more about the Nevada Black Chamber of Commerce, a local organization providing opportunities for economic growth for and with minorities, please call 775-786-5515 or visit www.nevadablackchamber.com.
