The Next 21 Days: Upcoming business events
WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Information on public events of interest to businesspeople can be sent to Business News, The Roanoke Times, P.O. Box 2491, Roanoke VA 24010, emailed to ticker@roanoke.com or faxed to 981-3346. Deadline for submissions is two weeks before the event. For more information, call Casey Richey at 981-3340.
1. 41-vehicle wreck ties up traffic Sunday on I-81 in Rockbridge County
2. Virginia Tech football roster has holes on picture day
3. Medicare penalties hit hospitals in Roanoke, New River Valleys
4. Microfestivus beer event gets downtown Roanoke hopping
5. McFarling: 2 little numbers are a big hurdle for Virginia Tech football
6. Arrest made in case of missing Nelson County teen
7. DAN CASEY: Copter cost still stirring up dust
8. Virginia attorney general's office grows under Ken Cuccinelli
9. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
10. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
Sunday, August 4, 2013
THURSDAYAUGUST8
SHARK BITE SERIES
Discuss branding, name, logo and slogan usage to make your business stand out. Hosted by Creekmore Law Firm. RSVP.
Where: Salem Memorial Ballpark, Roanoke Boulevard, Salem
When: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: diana@creekmorelaw.com
TOOLS TO AMP UP YOUR INFLUENCE
Speaker Brian Duvall, CEO of Duvall Media, discusses reaching expert status, building credibility and trust, and influencing people with positive intention. Sponsored by Delta Dental of Virginia.
Where: Hotel Roanoke, 110 Shenandoah Ave. N.W., Roanoke
When: noon to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 Blue Ridge PRSA members, $40 nonmembers, $20 remote live stream nonmembers, $15 remote live stream members, $25 students, free for pre-paid members
Contact: Melinda Mayo, melinda.mayo@roanokeva.gov, 537-0042
FRIDAYAUGUST9- SATURDAYAUGUST10
OSHA CONSTRUCTION-SPANISH
A 10-hour training program in Spanish for workers and employers on recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace during construction activities. Registration required by Monday.
Where: ES Consulting Solutions, 2302 Colonial Ave., Suite C, Roanoke
When: 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $250, $195 each for groups of 10 or more
Contact: Ellen Sanders, 353-0910
MONDAYAUGUST12
OSHA COMPLIANCE
Workshop for employers and employees to understand workplace safety and health hazards, compliance with OSHA guidelines, inspection notices and record keeping. Pre-registration encouraged.
Where: Holiday Inn Tanglewood, 4468 Starkey Road S.W., Roanoke
When: Registration 8:30 a.m., program 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $179, $169 for groups of five or more
Contact: www.pryor.com
TUESDAYAUGUST13
FIVE KEYS TO LOCAL SEO
Dan Ingersoll speaks about search engine optimization. Hosted by the Roanoke StartUp MeetUp Group.
Where: Business Lounge, 131 Kirk Ave. S.W., Roanoke
When: 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Taylor Ricotta, 556- 6254, taylorricotta@gmail.com
PLUG INTO POWERFUL NETWORKING
Connect SML Networking Group provides a structured networking environment to refer clients and increase presence. Limited to 25 attendees.
Where: 400 Scruggs Road, Suite 2100, Moneta
When: 8 a.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Annette Stamus, 721-1203, annette@visitsmithmountainlake.com
THURSDAYAUGUST15
SERVPRO POWER HOUR
ServPro hosts a class focusing on how to deal with contamination from viruses and blood-borne pathogens. Breakfast will be served.
Where: 1331 Southside Drive, Salem
When: 8:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Brenda Giles, brendagiles@servprormp.com
FRIDAYAUGUST16- SATURDAYAUGUST17
OSHA CONSTRUCTION
A 10-hour training program for workers and employers on recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace during construction activities. Registration required by Aug. 12.
Where: ES Consulting Solutions, 2302 Colonial Ave., Suite C, Roanoke
When: 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $250, $175 each for groups of 10 or more
Contact: Ellen Sanders, 353-0910
MONDAYAUGUST19
ROANOKE REGIONAL CHAMBER CUP
The Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts its 23rd annual golf tournament. No cancellations or refunds after Monday. Proceeds help fund chamber advocacy and educational programs.
Where: Roanoke Country Club, 3360 Country Club Drive N.W., Roanoke
When: 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Cost: $170 single, $300 hole investor, $590 foursome, $1,000 silver level investor, $2,000 gold level investor
Contact: Cally Smith, 983-0700, csmith@roanokechamber.org
TUESDAYAUGUST20
V3 CONFERENCE
Virginia Values Veterans hosts a conference educating employers on how to recruit, hire and retain veterans. Lunch will be provided.
Where: The Inn at Virginia Tech, 901 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg
When: Registration begins at 7 a.m., conference at 8 a.m.
Cost: $100
Contact: virginiavaluesvets.com, Cathy Wilson, 804-371-4675
COMMAND PRESENCE
Program focusing on communicating brand through public speaking, presentations, conversations and image. Steve Matuszak and Sharon Scott will guide the discussion. Refund if canceled 24 hours prior to start of program.
Where: 1520 N. Franklin St., Christiansburg
When: 4 to 6 p.m.
Cost: $125 three weeks prior, $179 up to seven days prior
Contact: sscott@montgomerycc.org
WEDNESDAYAUGUST21
TASTES & SOUNDS OF THE VALLEYS RECEPTION
The VT KnowledgeWorks Global Partnership Week opens with food and music from the Roanoke and New River valleys at a reception to celebrate entrepreneurship. Register by Friday.
Where: Shenandoah Ballroom, Hotel Roanoke, 110 Shenandoah Ave. N.W., Roanoke
When: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Cost: $75 general reception, $135 VIP package
Contact: 443-9100, ext. 2; info@vtkwglobal.com
THURSDAYAUGUST22
BUSINESS @ LUNCH
Uncork-it presents a discussion on maximizing marketing dollars to suit business needs.
Where: Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, 1520 N. Franklin St., Christiansburg
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: $20 members, $25 nonmembers
Contact: Diana Lyons, dlyons@montgomerycc.org, 382-3020
GLOBAL STUDENT CHALLENGE
Fourteen international university teams pitch their business ideas for a $25,000 grand prize and trophy in the VT KnowledgeWorks Global Student Business Concept Challenge.
Where: Washington Lecture Hall, Hotel Roanoke, 110 Shenandoah Ave. N.W., Roanoke
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: 443-9100, ext. 2; info@vtkwglobal.com
FRIDAYAUGUST23
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
Roanoke Mayor David Bowers will review the city’s accomplishments over the past year and look ahead at city initiatives. Pre-registration is required. No refunds or cancellations after Aug. 21.
Where: Patrick Henry Ballroom, 611 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke
When: 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Cost: $18 Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce members, $28 nonmembers
Contact: Judy Chambliss, 983-0700, ext. 221, or business@roanokechamber.org
LESSONS IN STRATEGIC GROWTH
The Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council presents a workshop on expanding a small business and ensuring its survival in the expansion process. Register by 5 p.m. Aug. 16.
Where: Roanoke Higher Education Center, 108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Cost: $50 members, $80 nonmembers
Contact: 443-9232, info@thetechnologycouncil.com
1. 41-vehicle wreck ties up traffic Sunday on I-81 in Rockbridge County
2. Virginia Tech football roster has holes on picture day
3. Medicare penalties hit hospitals in Roanoke, New River Valleys
4. Microfestivus beer event gets downtown Roanoke hopping
5. McFarling: 2 little numbers are a big hurdle for Virginia Tech football
6. Arrest made in case of missing Nelson County teen
7. DAN CASEY: Copter cost still stirring up dust
8. Virginia attorney general's office grows under Ken Cuccinelli
9. Roanoke farmers markets making local foods more accessible
10. Man's drowning is 5th in Lynchburg area
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