MEETINGS
Market Recovery Coffee: 9 to 10 a.m. Friday's, Ameriprise Financial, 5511 Capital Center Drive, Suite 100, Raleigh. Reservations: Phil Sielatycki, 227-3167.
Speak Easy Toastmasters Meeting: 11 a.m. Saturdays, Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, 104 South Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. Contact: www.speakeasytoastmastersclub.com or e-mail info@speakeasytoastmastersclub.com or call John Paredes, 259-2749.
Master the Art of Relationship Marketing: 4 to 5 p.m. Sundays, 3801 Computer Drive, Room 101, Raleigh. Build your business the personal way - create and retain customers for life. Reservations: makeloyalcustomers@earthlink.net or call Lois, 848-0710.
Colonial Job Seekers-Professionals in Transition Employment Network Group: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays, Colonial Baptist Church, 6051 Tryon Road, Cary. Contact: www.colonial.org/jobseekers.
Carytowne Investors: for ladies only, 9 to 11:30 a.m. second Monday of each month, in Cary. Contact: Jodi O'Neill, 462-0672 or jeo@nc.rr.com.
SCORE: Free consultations offered by the Service Corps of Retired Executives in partnership with the Small Business Association, 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday, Century Post Office, Salisbury and Martin streets, Suite 306, Raleigh. SCORE manages offices in Morrisville, 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday at the Chamber of Commerce; Raleigh, 9 a.m. to noon the 1st and 3rd Wednesday and 4 to 7 p.m. the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Cameron Village Library; Cary, 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday at Western Wake Technical Community College; and Louisburg, 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday at the northern Wake Tech campus. For an appointment, call 856-4739. Orange and Chatham counties: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, 104 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. Appointments: Call 968-6894 or 967-7075.
Dynamic Business Builders of the Triangle: business referral group, 7 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays, BNC Building in Cary Village Square, 649 Walnut St., Cary. Visitors are free. Contact: Gary Becker, 469-0202.
Apex Leads Group: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Carrabba's Italian Grille, Haddon Hall, Apex.Contact: Shelly Lammon, lammon@townplanner.com or 342-5993.
Wade Avenue Jobseekers: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 3313 Wade Ave., Raleigh. Come to the Clara Barton room in the upper building off the parking lot - and bring your lunch. Contact: 781-7635.
Capital City Toastmasters: 7 a.m. Thursdays, BB&T Building, 434 Fayetteville St., Conference Room 2320, Raleigh. Contact: rpadgette@nc.rr.com or go to the Web site www.capitalcitytoastmasters.net.
Referral Magnets "Let Us Help You Grow Your Business": Business Network International, 8:30 a.m. Thursdays, Wake Zone Coffee House, 6108 Old Jenks Road, Apex. Contact: Robert Bajakian, 433-2023 or robertb@integratedmortgage.net.
North Wake Real Estate Professionals Meeting: 8:45 to 10:30 a.m. July 9, Stone Wolf Cafe, in the health complex anchored by Healthtrax, Raleigh. Contact: Tim McBrayer, 247-4667 or mcbrayert@hpw.com
FPA (Financial Planning Association) of the Triangle’s Meeting: 11 a.m. July 9, Brier Creek Country Club. Malcolm M. Trevillian of ChathamAdvisors is the featured speaker. Register: www.fpatriangle.org.
Wakefield Business Network International: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, Heritage Golf Complex, 1250 Heritage Club Ave., Wake Forest. Contact: Frank Cowley, 671-9051 or frank@adaugeodevelopment.com.
High Noon Toastmasters: noon Thursdays, Kelly Services, Suite 320, third floor, 4601 Six Forks Road, Raleigh. Contact: highnoontoastmasters.com. Another group meets from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, 4601 Six Forks Road, second floor, McDonald's Conference Room, Raleigh. Contact: Dianne Goode, ladydi@intrex.net or 618-0652.
Association of Information Technnology Professionals: 5:15 p.m. July 9, University Club, 4200 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh. Mark Dronzek, chief information officer of Family Health International on “Tales of the Globalization of Technology.” Guests $30. Reservations: www.rtp-aitp.org or 875-9305.
Raleigh Chapter of National Association of Women in Construction: Fun night and Silent Auction, 5:30 p.m. July 9, NCSU University Club. Learn about NAWIC’s professional, educational and business opportunities available for women working in the construction industry. Reservations by July 7, nawicchapter92@gmail.com or www.nawicraleigh.org.
Triangle Business and Professional Women: 6 p.m. July 9, Radisson at RTP. Deidre Hughey will present how professional women can maximize their use of Facebook and LinkedIn. First time guests and members $17, nonmembers $25. Register: bpwtriangle@yahoo.com or Carol Wolford, 732-8960.
SEMINARS, CLASSES & EVENTS
Discover Your Career Path and Find Your Perfect Career: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 6-7, Capital Area Joblink Center at Cary Employment Security Commission, 742-F East Chatham St., Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Armored but Agile; Advance Your Career: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 6–7, Room 103, Western Wake Campus, 3434 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 200, Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Lean Office: offered by N.C. State University, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 7-8, Raleigh. The same lean operating principles that increase efficiency and productivity in factories can work in non-manufacturing settings. $795. Register: www.ies.ncsu.edu/events/ or 515-2261.
cGMP Fermentation Operations: offered by N.C. State University, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 7-9, Raleigh. $1300. Register: 515-2261 or www.ies.ncsu.edu/events/.
Biotechnology 101 Summer Series: A Look at Four Key Sectors for the Non-Scientist: 6:30 to 8 p.m. July 7, David H. Murdock Core Laboratory, 150 Research Drive, Kannapolis. Learn about: Terminology, Jobs and Training, Lab work and Practical applications. Free. Registration is required: 704-216-3598 or whitea@rowancabarrus.edu.
GRE Prep and GMAT Prep courses: begin in RTP on July 7, LSAT Prep begins August 1, and SAT Prep begins August 15. Attend in person or live online over the Internet. Courses are 42 hours and cost $462. Visit: www.PrepSuccess.com or 791-0810.
Knightdale Chamber of Commerce: AM Network, 8 to 9 a.m. July 8, Brassfield Commercial, 3005 Village Park Drive, Knightdale. Register: www.knightdalechamber.org or 266-4603.
Associated Builders and Contractors: Triangle Chapter Social, 6 p.m. July 8, Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Contact: www.abccarolinas.org.
Sell Yourself: Personal Selling in the 21st Century Marketplace: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9-10, Room 103, Western Wake Campus, 3434 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 200, Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Newly Appointed Supervisor Certification Program: offered by CAI, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9-10, 2900 Highwoods Blvd., Raleigh. Basic supervisory strategies for building trust, communicating effectively, motivating and recognizing employees, delegating and managing conflict. Members $329, non-members $459. Register: 878-9222 or www.capital.org.
Interviewing in a Global Economy: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9–10, Capital Area Joblink Center at Cary Employment Security Commission, 742-F East Chatham St., Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Women in Action Workshop: noon to 1 p.m. July 9, Workforce Development Center, 135 Bestwood Drive, Clayton. Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall on "Stress Solutions for Women." Register: Jackie Seare, 209-2595.
Home Selling Seminar: sponsored by Triumph Realty, 6:30 p.m. July 9, 7720 Chapel Hill Road, Raleigh. $20. Reservations: 233-8889.
COMING UP
Ceará State Congressman Francisco Caminha will lead a delegation of Brazilians to Appalachian State University: 9:30 a.m. July 10, Faculty and Staff Lounge, fourth floor of Raley Hall, in Boone. An event to promote international business and to learn about trading opportunities with Brazil. Free. Register: www.buyusa.gov/northcarolina/boone.html or Martin Meznar, meznarmb@appstate.edu or 828-262-2057.
Making Homeownership Work in Today’s Market: 1 p.m. July 12, St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 4801 Six Forks Road, Raleigh. Learn how budgeting can make it easier to find the money to stay in your home, understand credit, and how to handle financial adversity. Also available at the same time and location, North Hills Job Seekers workshop to help improve networking and interviewing techniques and improve resume writing.Contact: www.stmarksraleigh.org.
Make Your Resume Talk: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 13-14, Capital Area Joblink Center at Cary Employment Security Commission, 742-F East Chatham St., Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Communication and Leadership in the Workplace: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 13-14 Room 201, Western Wake Campus, 3434 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 200, Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
American Peanut Research and Education Society Annual Meeting: noon July 14-17, Marriott Raleigh City Center, Raleigh. Research and extension papers will be presented on all phases of the peanut industry. Contact: Barbara Shew, 515-6984 or barbara_shew@ncsu.edu or David Jordan, 515-4068 or david_jordan@ncsu.edu.
Durham Technical Community College’s Career and Technical Programs Fair: from noon to 1:30 p.m., and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 14, in the Phail Wynn Jr. Student Services Center Multi-Purpose Room. Contact: 536-7235, ext. 8156 or westc@durhamtech.edu.
Triangle Networking Group Meeting: 6 p.m. July 14, Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center, N.C. State University's Centennial Campus, Raleigh. Stephen Wiehe, president and chief executive officer of Sci-Quest, will share the story of his company's remarkable turnaround. Members $5, guests $10. Reservations: www.trianglenetworkinggroup.com.
Men in the Workplace – What are they really thinking?: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m July 15, Cambria Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport, 300 Airgate Drive, Morrisville. A panel discussion to find out what’s in the minds of men and how to use that knowledge for your own personal and professional success. Members $35, nonmembers $50. Members may register at www.MorrisvilleNC.com. Non-members should contact Adrienne Clark: 463-7157 or aclark@morrisvillenc.com.
Institute of Real Estate Management: chapter 105 meeting, noon July 15, Raleigh Board of Realtors, 111 Realtors Way, Cary. Brian Reece, Karnes Research on “2009 Forecast – Office and Retail Data and Projections.” Guests, associate members and students $40. Register by July 8, Candi McDowell, 863-8057 or candimcdowell@yorkproperties.com.
Knightdale Chamber of Commerce: Lunch & Learn Seminar: noon to 1:30 p.m. July 15, 207 Main Street, Knightdale. Tim Moore of Dancing Elephants Achievement Group will present "Prospecting Like Your Business Depends On It--How to Use Traditional Methods Along with Social Media to Attract More Customers!” Members $10, nonmembers $20. Registration required: www.knightdalechamber.org or 266-4603.
Triangle International Council of REALTORS: Transnational Referral Certification Class, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 15, RRAR, 111 Realtors Way, Cary. David Segrest, president of Segrest International Realty, will offer hands-on training for the International Consortium of Real Estate Associations system. Contact: www.rrar.com/rrar-events.
Leadership: Taking Advantage of a Crisis NOW: offered by the Triangle Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, 8 to 9:30 a.m. July 16, Radisson Hotel RTP. Members $20, guests $30. Register: www.afptriangle.org.
Discover Your Career Path and Find Your Perfect Career: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 16-17, Western Wake Campus, 3434 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 200, Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Armored but Agile; Advance Your Career: Avadon Career Latticing Series, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 16-17, Capital Area Joblink Center at Cary Employment Security Commission, 742-F East Chatham St., Cary. Reservations: Pat Taylor, 747-0206 or pstaylor@waketech.edu.
Knightdale Chamber of Commerce: Networking in Knightdale, 11 a.m. July 21, Applebees, 6609 Knightdale Blvd., Knightdale. A chance to eat, mingle, share a 30 second commercial, and get some useful information and prizes at the same time. Registration required, 266-4603 or www.knightdalechamber.org.
Knightdale Chamber of Commerce: Professional Women's Networking Group, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 22, at the Chamber, 207 Main Street, Knightdale. Give your 30-second commercial about your business. Members $10, non-members $20. Registration required, www.knightdalechamber.org or 266-4603.
RecruitMilitary Career Fair: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 23, Carter-Finley Stadium, Vaughn Towers, 4600 Trinity Road, Raleigh. Veterans will be able to interview with a team of national, regional and local employers. Contact: www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2584774.htm.
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce: Executive Women’s Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 23, Hilton North Raleigh, 3415 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh. Join award-winning author, speaker, and radio commentator Merge Gupta-Sunderji as she takes you through one power-packed hour of success enhancement skills. Contact: www.raleighchamber.org/events_april_wml.aspx.
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce: Business Showcase & Annual Reverse Raffle, 4 to 8 p.m. July 23, Hilton Raleigh-Durham Airport at RTP, 4810 Page Creek Lane, Durham. Members free, nonmembers $20. Contact: 463-7150 or chamber@morrisvillenc.com.
Raleigh Wake Human Resource Management Association: SHRM Foundation Golf Tournament, 8:30 am with a 10 a.m. shotgun start, July 27, Prestonwood Country Club in Cary. Includes course contests, tournament prizes, a silent auction and raffle. $100 per individual or $325 for a team of four. Register: www.rwhrma.org.
Challenges for Viable Retail: N.C. Alliance Program & Breakfast: 7:30 to 10 a.m. July 28, Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley, 4500 Marriott Drive, Raleigh. Register: by fax, 732-694-1800 or www.icsc.org.
Verifier Orientation for Green Home Builders of the Triangle: offered by the N.C. Solar Center, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 28, N.C. State University, Raleigh. Register: www.ncsc.ncsu.edu.
NASA Discusses the Future of Supply Chain Management: 2010 and Beyond: webinar offiered by Fuentek, 2 p.m. July 28. NASA’s Mike Galluzzi, a leading expert in the field and inventor of the patent-pending PrimeSupplier supplier risk management tool will discuss the future of supply chain management. Register: www.fuentek.com/technologies/Primesupplier.htm.
