THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm
Inside the Minds of Buyers
A panel of representatives from Raytheon, Disney and UPS focus on what select corporations are looking for and what happens when they learn about a small business.
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Business Continuity: Is Your Business Ready? Part 1
Listen to subject matter experts discuss the importance of businesses successfully functioning – and surviving – under a variety of circumstances.
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
Business Continuity: Is Your Business Ready? Part 2
This interactive workshop is the second half of business continuity workshop and facilitated by panelists from Part 1. This workshop is hosted by Duke Energy
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm
Business Across Borders
Speakers Maria Louise Boyce and Canadian Susan Harper discuss opportunities for international business relationships. Find out from Canadian and U.S. business owners about their experiences dojng business with other countries. (FEATURING CANADA AND UPS)
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Sustainability: Recycling Workshop Part 1
Find out about recycling emphasis on paper, plastic, glass, food, office supplies/furniture, batteries, electronics, etc. Included in the workshop is a quiz to learn what you don’t know so you can develop a your own recycling business plan.
2:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Sustainability: Recycling Workshop Part 2
Speaker Jim Bacchus talks about recycling paper, plastic, glass, food, office supplies/furniture, batteries, electronics, etc. Information is provided for attendees to continue to develop their own recycling business plan.
2:45 pm – 3:00 pm
Wellness Workshop
Me time is important, and you shouldn’t feel guilty about it. Understand the significance of ‘Me Time’ in creating mental health and a well-balanced lifestyle.
