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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Margo Fleming
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Margo Fleming\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom \nDocuments to download: \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-margo-fleming-7/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240212T120000
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Erin Jones
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Erin Jones\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom \nDocuments to download: \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-erin-jones-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240130T130000
DTSTAMP:20240110T214825Z
CREATED:20231218T223537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T214825Z
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SUMMARY:From Hello to Goodbye – Employment Law Basics
DESCRIPTION:Employment law basics for all stages of the employment relationship\n\n\nJoin Pamela Connolly from Nixon Wenger for a session on Employment Law basics. \nThe session will cover: \n\nWhat are key aspects of the Employment Standards Act that every employer should know?\nHow can you improve your company’s hiring practices?\nWhat are common pitfalls when ending employment?\nHow does B.C.’s new Pay Transparency Act affect your workplace?\n\nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom \n\n\nPamela Connolly is a lawyer who practices exclusively in the area of employment law. She assists employers with a variety of workplace matters\, such as preparing employment contracts and policies\, providing legal advice related to areas such as performance management\, accommodation\, and termination\, as well as advocating for clients’ interests at courts and tribunals. Pamela also regularly acts as a workplace investigator.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/from-hello-to-goodbye-employment-law-basics/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20231120T222749Z
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Scot McNair
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Scot McNair\, Business Analyst for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-scot-mcnair-5/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T120000
DTSTAMP:20231120T222002Z
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Margo Fleming
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Margo Fleming\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-margo-fleming-6/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231129T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161852Z
CREATED:20230921T161852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161852Z
UID:15627-1701248400-1701253800@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the importance of setting expectations and holding people accountable to those expectations.\n\n\nUnderstanding the importance of setting expectations and holding people accountable to those expectations. Stages of performance management and the importance of each step and the balance of both constructive and appreciative feedback to better your employees\, and your organization 
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-performance-management-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T120000
DTSTAMP:20231023T213037Z
CREATED:20231023T213037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T213037Z
UID:15838-1700730000-1700740800@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Bookkeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will review sales and income\, delve into what expenses can and can’t be used\, and discuss employees vs. subcontractors\n\n\nThis workshop will review sales and income\, delve into what expenses can and can’t be used\, and discuss employees vs. subcontractors. You’ll also receive important information about the correct time to establish GST and PST accounts\, how to set up a well structured chart of accounts and gain insight about useful software options. Along the way Julie will share tips and tricks for best practices\, and how to organize all the ins and outs of bookkeeping for a well run business. This will be an interactive workshop where questions are welcomed and encouraged!
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/intro-to-bookkeeping-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231122T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161826Z
CREATED:20230921T161826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161826Z
UID:15624-1700643600-1700649000@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Develop Great People
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to set up and effectively execute employee development plans\, and performance review/feedback programs.\n\n\nCollaborative creation of goals with your staff to move both them and your organization forward.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-develop-great-people-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161802Z
CREATED:20230921T161802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161802Z
UID:15621-1700038800-1700044200@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Get Them to Stay - Understanding Retention
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to properly plan\, execute and action plan results.\n\n\nLearn how to track your turnover rates\, and use tools to get a better understanding of what you can celebrate and areas you should focus on that are important to your employees. As a group we will go through; engagement surveys\, focus groups\, stay interviews as well as exit interviews.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-get-them-to-stay-understanding-retention-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231114T120000
DTSTAMP:20231012T214319Z
CREATED:20231012T214100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T214319Z
UID:15811-1699952400-1699963200@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Erin Jones
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Erin Jones\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231108T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161639Z
CREATED:20230921T161437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161639Z
UID:15609-1699434000-1699439400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Increase Retention Through Effective Onboarding Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Create a great first impression upon right from the verbal offer and set your employees up for success.\n\n\nThis is the second of the two part series covering the onboarding process. Overview of setting up an Employee Handbook\, including what policies and procedures set up the employee and the organization for success. \nThe importance of an employee orientation and training\, what should be included and why.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-increase-retention-through-effective-onboarding-part-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231101T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T162001Z
CREATED:20230921T162001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T162001Z
UID:15630-1698829200-1698834600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Increase Retention Through Effective Onboarding Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Create a great first impression upon right from the verbal offer and set your employees up for success.\n\n\nThis is the first of two parts covering the onboarding process. Overview of setting up an Employee Handbook\, including what policies and procedures set up the employee and the organization for success.  \nThe importance of an employee orientation and training\, what should be included and why. 
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-increase-retention-through-effective-onboarding-part-1/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161604Z
CREATED:20230921T161604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161604Z
UID:15616-1698224400-1698229800@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Interview questions and Skills for Success
DESCRIPTION:Understand the effective use of tools in the pre-screen.\n\n\nSet yourself up with a true understanding of effective questions\, what you can’t ask\, how to interpret answers\, read applicant body language and rate your candidates. Do it right now\, and save yourself pain later. \nOptional interview practice for anyone who would like to stay 
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-interview-questions-and-skills-for-success/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T150000
DTSTAMP:20230920T225800Z
CREATED:20230920T225800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T225800Z
UID:15605-1697720400-1697727600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Succession Planning: Building a business that will sell
DESCRIPTION:Many business owners spend a lot of time planning for the start of their business\, but what about the end?\n\n\nSuccession planning is a crucial process that ensures an organization’s continued success by identifying and developing future strategies that will ensure the heath and profitability of a business long-term. This workshop aims to provide participants with an understanding of succession planning\, its importance\, and practical approaches to implement effectively within their businesses. \n \n \n\n\nHaving worked for both the financial services industry and non-profit organization for the past 45 years Scot McNair \, Business Analyst with Community Futures North Okanagan understands the unique challenges faced by small business owners. He is passionate about working with all small businesses to achieve their desired outcomes.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/succession-planning-building-a-business-that-will-sell/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T120000
DTSTAMP:20230920T224136Z
CREATED:20230920T224136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T224136Z
UID:15601-1697706000-1697716800@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Solo to Success: Planning for your first hire
DESCRIPTION:Whether you plan to bring on staff next month or next year\, having a clear understanding of what is required will set you up for success.\n\n\nIn this workshop we will review the preplanning that will lay a solid foundation for onboarding and retaining employees. We will review costs\, policy and procedural must haves\, tools and resources and overall best practices in expanding your organization to include staff. \n \n \n\n\nJohanna Currie joined Community Futures in 2022 bringing with her over 20 years of management experience across a variety of organizations with a strong focus on HR and the people side of business. Currently a Business Advisor specializing in Employer Support Johanna facilitates workshops and provides one-on-one coaching to employers in areas of planning\, recruitment and retention that set both employers and employees us for success.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/solo-to-success-planning-for-your-first-hire/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231018T120000
DTSTAMP:20230920T214021Z
CREATED:20230920T214021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T214021Z
UID:15593-1697619600-1697630400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Making Social Media Work For Small Business
DESCRIPTION:You love running your business but the constant pull to show up on social media every day causes you stress.\n\n\nYou love running your business but the constant pull to show up on social media every day causes you stress. You’re spending far too much time and energy trying to write content for your business each and every day. You’d rather be working IN your business\, providing your customers with your awesome products and services doing what you love. \nImagine you no longer need to spin your wheels every day on content creation. Imagine you have your captions created ahead of time. You now have a plan so that you can post meaningful and impactful content with ease and get back to running your awesome business. \nJoin Danielle Guetter\, Social Media and Business Coach\, for an in-person workshop to map out a whole month’s worth of content specific to you and your business in just three hours. Carving this time out of your day will set you up for a successful month ahead! \n \n \n\n\nDanielle Guetter\, Business and Social Media Coach\, has been an entrepreneur since the age of 18 in different sectors including real estate\, the pet care industry\, trades including construction and renovations\, coaching\, e-commerce\, and virtual courses. She engages with social media as a way to connect with and empower her ideal clients\, to promote and sell products and services\, to hype and celebrate other local businesses\, to tell stories of transformation and so much more. She has used social media platforms to grow previous and current businesses by attracting aligned clients all over Canada and the USA.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/making-social-media-work-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231017T160000
DTSTAMP:20231010T224157Z
CREATED:20230918T183901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T224157Z
UID:15581-1697533200-1697558400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Workshop: Indigenous Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to start  your own Indigenous business and learn the steps and resources that are available to help you accomplish this goal?\n\n\nPresenter: Gail Joe and Stephanie Fletcher \nBio: Gail Joe has over 30 years of experience in economic development\, mainly working with Indigenous communities throughout British Columbia. For 20 years\, she was the Loan Manager and Mortgage Lender at All Nations Trust Company. In 2009\, she started her own consulting practice\, expanding her work to include economic development/business support\, home ownership\, and tourism capacity building. Gail is deeply connected to her community\, the Lower Nicola Indian Band\, where she lives and works. She looks forward to continuing her important role in strengthening Indigenous economies across British Columbia. \nStephanie Fletcher is the Business Analyst for CFDC of CIFN. She is T’exelcemc from Williams Lake First Nation. She has 25+ years of banking experience with 10+ years of Indigenous developmental lending\, she has worked directly with First Nation Governance\, communities.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/workshop-indigenous-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231016T120000
DTSTAMP:20230808T180937Z
CREATED:20230808T175829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T180937Z
UID:15480-1697446800-1697457600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Scot McNair
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Scot McNair\, Business Analyst for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/copy-of-business-model-canvas-with-scot-mcnair/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231011T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161530Z
CREATED:20230921T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161530Z
UID:15613-1697014800-1697020200@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- How to Create Engaging Job Postings and Stand Out
DESCRIPTION:Create an engaging job posting that does not paint you into a corner\, one that opens you up to an expanded pool of candidates and helps you.\n\n\nGet creative and dive into what your business actual needs are when it comes to staffing. Learn how to job carve when the opportunity arises. Create an engaging job posting that does not paint you into a corner\, one that opens you up to an expanded pool of candidates and helps you stand out from others. 
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-how-to-create-engaging-job-postings-and-stand-out/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231004T103000
DTSTAMP:20230921T161506Z
CREATED:20230210T180248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T161506Z
UID:13777-1696410000-1696415400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Getting your business ready and plan the roles you need
DESCRIPTION:Learn the importance of having structured job descriptions and review templates for creating them.\n\n\nIn the first of an eight part workshop series\, learn how to gain a better understanding of your internal culture\, and set yourself up to create an action plan to focus on opportunities and celebrate your strengths.  
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-increasing-retention-part-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230911T120000
DTSTAMP:20230710T221505Z
CREATED:20230710T214947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T221505Z
UID:15363-1694422800-1694433600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Johanna Currie
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Johanna Currie\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-johanna-currie-4/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230823T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230823T110000
DTSTAMP:20230816T155038Z
CREATED:20230815T171537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T155038Z
UID:15511-1692783000-1692788400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Application of Marketing Tools and Social Media
DESCRIPTION:This class is tended for entrepreneurs seeking a starting point for promoting their services.\n\n\nPre-requisite: Must already have a Facebook or Instagram account. \nThis is an opportunity for SE clients to learn a few intermediary level marketing tools\, and their application into Facebook and Instagram. \nSpecifically\, the presentation will cover SWOT Analysis\, Target Segmentation\, and Advertising Design. Participants will learn how to effectively utilize these tools to create optimal advertising content tailored for algorithms and social media engagement. The course will be taught by a fourth year BCom student at the University of Victoria in a step-by step manner that is easy to understand\, with plenty of time for in-class practice and Q&A.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/application-of-marketing-tools-and-social-media/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230814T120000
DTSTAMP:20230626T203607Z
CREATED:20230626T203607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T203607Z
UID:15329-1692003600-1692014400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Margo Fleming
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Margo Fleming\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-margo-fleming-5/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230710T120000
DTSTAMP:20230608T162137Z
CREATED:20230608T162137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T162137Z
UID:15303-1688979600-1688990400@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Erin Jones
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Erin Jones\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-erin-jones/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230613T120000
DTSTAMP:20230504T181052Z
CREATED:20230504T181052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T181052Z
UID:15144-1686646800-1686657600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Scot McNair
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Scot McNair\, Business Analyst for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-scot-mcnair-4/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230613T110000
DTSTAMP:20230412T173330Z
CREATED:20230412T173330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T173330Z
UID:14898-1686646800-1686654000@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Writing Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Learn Business Writing Essential skills.\n\n\nAre your emails\, memos and reports getting read? Are they getting results? In this interactive business writing essentials workshop\, learn how to communicate in a way that helps ensure your audience understands ‘the ask’ and wants to take action.\n \n \nYou’ll learn how to:\n \n-Best structure communication for best results\n \n-Use simple\, concise ‘plain’ language that creates clarity\n \n-Emphasize the positive\, persuade and handle bad news
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-writing-essentials/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230529T120000
DTSTAMP:20230412T172450Z
CREATED:20230412T172450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T172450Z
UID:14894-1685350800-1685361600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Bookkeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will review sales and income\, delve into what expenses can and can’t be used\, and discuss employees vs. subcontractors\n\n\nThis workshop will review sales and income\, delve into what expenses can and can’t be used\, and discuss employees vs. subcontractors. You’ll also receive important information about the correct time to establish GST and PST accounts\, how to set up a well structured chart of accounts and gain insight about useful software options. Along the way Julie will share tips and tricks for best practices\, and how to organize all the ins and outs of bookkeeping for a well run business. This will be an interactive workshop where questions are welcomed and encouraged!
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/intro-to-bookkeeping-workshop/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230518T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230518T210000
DTSTAMP:20230426T201405Z
CREATED:20230426T201356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T201405Z
UID:15046-1684429200-1684443600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Enterprize Challenge Final Pitch & Showcase
DESCRIPTION:This is the night to celebrate small business in the North Okanagan!\n\n\nThe Enterprize Challenge Live Finale and Showcase Presented by VantageOne Credit Union and Community Futures North Okanagan! \nAbout \nOver the past three months\, our Enterprize Challengers have engaged in ‘business bootcamp’ through a series of workshops and one-to-one mentoring to support them in a Dragon’s Den-style competition. The seven finalists have been selected by the judges following their initial 15 minute pitch that happened earlier in the month. On May 18\, the finalists  will present their 8 minute pitch to a live audience in hopes of taking home start-up capital\, plus thousands of dollars in prize packages from our sponsors. \nCome out and support the 2023 Challengers and join us in celebrating these exciting new businesses. \nWhat To Expect \nDoors open at 5pm for a tradeshow showcasing this years participants and our sponsors. Network\, interact and show our participants a warm North Okanagan welcome before the show starts! \nPitches start at 6pm and the winners will be announced before the show ends at 9pm. \nFirst\, Second\, and Third place winners as well as the People’s Choice will be awarded at the event. \nThis is the night to celebrate small business in the North Okanagan! Join us for an event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in the North Okanagan! We can’t wait to see you there. \nFor more information visit https://www.futuresbc.com/enterprize-challenge/
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/enterprize-challenge-final-pitch-showcase/
LOCATION:Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre\, 3800 33rd St\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230510T103000
DTSTAMP:20230213T180251Z
CREATED:20230213T180251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T180251Z
UID:13935-1683709200-1683714600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:HR Toolkit Series- Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:Learn the importance of ongoing feedback in your organization.\n\n\nIn the final of an eight part workshop series\, learn the importance of ongoing feedback in your organization. Understand the importance of setting expectations and holding people accountable. Work through the stages of performance management\, learn the importance of each step\, and the balance of both constructive and appreciative feedback.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/hr-toolkit-series-performance-management/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230509T120000
DTSTAMP:20230413T153149Z
CREATED:20230413T152822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T153149Z
UID:14932-1683622800-1683633600@www.futuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas with Johanna Currie
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea!\n\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join Johanna Currie\, Business Advisor for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality.  In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nThis workshop will be held at the Community Futures office in downtown Vernon located at 3105 – 33rd Street. Please proceed to 3rd Floor Kalamalka Boardroom  \nDocuments to download:  \nBusiness Canvas \nWorksheet
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-with-johanna-currie-3/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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