November Events..2014
Business Exchange Networking Lunch
* Give a 1-2 minute commercial for your business.
* Bring business cards, brochures, and samples.
* Make new business contacts.
Nov. 5 - Wexford, Four Points by Sheraton Pittsburgh North,
910 Sheraton Drive, Mars/Wexford, PA 16046
RSVP: email Carol Briney at
Carol@CarolBrineyWorkFromHome.com
Nov. 12- Mount Lebanon, The Devonshire of Mount Lebanon,
1050 McNeilly Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15226
RSVP: email Carol Briney at Carol@CarolBriney.com
Nov. 26- Fox Chapel, Comfort Inn (Old Holiday Inn) in RIDC Park,
Ohara Twp
RSVP: email Carol Briney at
Carol@CarolBrineyWorkFromHome.com
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $18 (Bring cash; No-shows will be billed for the lunch)
RSVP: By Monday prior to the event
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Facebook for Business
Presented by Cindy Rack
This workshop is for the Entrepreneur or Marketing Manager looking
for creative ways to promote your business on Facebook.
Some things you will learn:
- How to set up an attractive Timeline Photo
- Ideas for engaging your fans including creating contests to
drive traffic to your page
- Strategic Mind Maps for sharing Content & how to Find Content
- Using Facebook Advertising & Promoted Posts to get the word out
- Understanding your goals and objectives for your page
Cindy Rack has had a successful career in Sales and Marketing for
over 25 years. In 2013 Cindy released a video based training
product called the “Social Media Jumpstart Kit.” She is a teacher
at heart and over the last three years has been teaching business
strategies for LinkedIn and Facebook. Her clients appreciate her
relaxed, down-to-earth teaching style and her commitment to
Excellence and providing huge value.
If you’re on Facebook (and you should be!) then this is the
expert you need to hear.
Class is limited to 14 participants. Note-taking and laptop helpful
but not required. Light meal provided.
Contact Cindy directly with your questions at 412-498-0540.
Date: November 6, 2014
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: 1500 Oxford Drive (across from Home Depot)
Suite 300, Bethel Park, PA 15102
Host: National Speakers Association, Pittsburgh Chapter
Cost: $25 (includes a light meal)
RSVP: Early registration encouraged (Limited to 14 participants)
Register online at:
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The Magnificent Women Workshop
Are You a Woman who puts everyone’s need before your own?
Have you ever said, “I can’t because…”
Do you constantly feel that there is more to life?
Do you spend too much time arguing for your limitations?
If any of these sound like you join us at this interactive and
informative workshop to learn how to break through your old
programing and create the life that you have been dreaming about.
Featured speakers include:
* Carol A. Briney -
Wake Up To Your Power & Create A Life That Tickles Your Soul
* Brenda DeCroo - Reclaim Your Life
* Susan Ceklosky - Love Your Body, Love Your Life
* Jennifer Ohrman -
Shine Your Light, Step into Your Power & Make Your Impact Now
Date: November 8, 2014
Time: Registration at 8:30 a.m.; Starting Time- 9:00 a.m.
Place: The Comfort Inn RIDC Park, 180 Gamma Dr. Pittsburgh 15238
Host: BLX Networking
Cost: $29 by Nov. 1; $39 after Nov. 1
(Buy a ticket by Nov. 1 and bring a friend for free)
RSVP: Early registration encouraged
To purchase tickets, mail a check made out to Carol A Briney
to 134 West 8th Street Aspinwall, PA 15215
For More Information call Carol A. Briney 412-781-8773
Register online at:
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Millionaire Referral & Networking Secrets®
Keys for Attracting New & Repeat Business” with ABC TV Shows’
Secret Millionaire James Malinchak
In this Interactive, Entertaining, High-Content, Business and
Life-Changing Experience, you will learn Millionaire Referral
& Networking Secrets, like:
* Why 7 & 8-figure businesspeople don’t waste time networking
and instead invest their time “connecting”! (But connect the
wrong way and you’ll lose them forever!)
* Simple strategies that can attract a stampede of referrals
to you and generate more profits than ever before!
* Unique ways for really getting-in with movers-n-shakers and
how to influence them to want to do business with you!
* How YOU can generate a constant stream of high-quality referrals
for your business, just like millionaires do!
Do not miss this rare opportunity to spend time learning from
one of “America’s Highest Paid, Most In-Demand Business Speakers
and Marketing Consultants” as you will learn how to apply James
Malinchak’s Millionaire Secrets® and success habits to your
business and life.
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Time: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Place: Sigma’s Conference & Event Center,
1717 Babcock Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15209
Sponsor: No BS Marketing
Cost: No charge but RSVP required
RSVP Date: Suggested by November 7
Registration Web Address:
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Business for Breakfast Networking Event
Featuring: Dr. Ann Gatty, Partner, Drs. Gatty, LLC
Topic: Playing Nice with Others: Beretta’s Best Business Advice
Smart business leaders understand that productive and positive
employee engagement is a key component to a company’s success.
In this clever canine-led presentation, learn practical leadership
strategies that inspire trust and motivation in the workplace.
Beretta, a four year-old Great Dane therapy dog teaches the
lessons he’s learned while endearing himself to thousands of
individuals in hospitals, VA facilities, and workplaces.
Dr. Gatty and her gentle giant will share helpful tools that
your organization can implement immediately to improve the
workplace culture.
Network with fellow business professionals, enjoy a continental
breakfast and listen to an interesting and informative speaker.
Date: November 12, 2014
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Place: Cambria Suites at CONSOL Energy Center
1320 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15219
Host: Pittsburgh Business Times
Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast)
RSVP: Suggested by November 10th
Register online at:
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For more info, contact Kelli Komondor at 412-208-3845 or
komondor@bizjournals.com.
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Pittsburgh Leaders Advancing the Impact of Coaching
A panel presentation moderated by
Patty Kreamer, ACC, COC, Referral Institute of Western PA
Panelists include:
Diane Bickford, CORE
Raymond L. Wolfe, Pittsburgh Mercy
Anne Papincak, Coach and Consultant
Join us to experience how local business leaders focused on
growing talent and creating healthy work environments are
advancing the impact of coaching.
During the Spotlight, each leader will share the scope of
their coaching program within their company and its effect
on the organization. Then, the panel will engage in an open
and frank conversation about the state of coaching in our
region and best practices of coaching within organizations.
If you are a coach interested in working with organizations
or a business owner curious about how coaching could benefit
your organization, you will not want to miss this enlightening
and engaging panel.
Date: November 12, 2014
Agenda:
4:30-5:00 p.m. Reception
5:00-5:10 p.m. Welcome- Anne Papinchak, ICF Pittsburgh President
5:10-5:15 p.m. Moderator and Panelists Introductions
5:15-6:15 p.m. Panelist Spotlight
* What is the goal and scope of the coaching program?
* What has been the impact?
* Expectations of Coaches: Internal/External
* Best Practices & Lessons Learned?
6:15-6:45 p.m. Moderated Panel - Open Question and Answer
6:45-7:00 p.m. Close and Networking
Place: Rivers Club, One Oxford Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Host: Pittsburgh Coaches Association
Cost: By 5 p.m., Nov. 7: Members -$55, Nonmembers-$75.
After 5 p.m., Nov. 7: Members-$75, Nonmembers-$75
Register online at
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Further info: contact Roberta Rollings at Pghcoachesassoc@aol.com.
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Pennsylvania Business Technology Conference
Discover technology trends and tools to grow your business.
This full-day conference features:
* A panel discussion with technology experts and innovators
* Expert-led workshops on the most timely technology topics
* A technology showcase of the latest innovations, software,
and support providers
Workshops include:
* Promote & Engage:
The Anatomy of a Powerful Digital Marketing Campaign
* Show Me, Don’t Tell Me: The Power of Images & Video
to Grow Your Business
* Lessons in LinkedIn: How to Leverage Today’s Lead
Generation Powerhouse
* Emerging Trends in Telecommunications
* Great Google Tools to Grow, Connect & Organize
* Compel & Sell: Content & Calls to Action That Get Results
* A 15-Step Guide to Getting More Traffic to Your Website with SEO
* How to Build, Manage, & Promote Your Own Do-It-Yourself Website
* High-Impact Email Marketing: Best Practices & Winning Strategies
Date: November 13, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Place: Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
Host: Duquesne University
Cost: $119 (includes continental breakfast, luncheon,
keynote speaker, networking reception)
Half-day registration: $79
RSVP: Suggested by November 6
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Educating Consumers on the Value of your Business
Speaker: Carla Castagnero, Co-Founder, AgRecycle
Carla Castagnero grew her small startup into an industry
leader in composting through a long and tireless campaign
of consumer education on the process and benefits of her
products as well as sound business decisions and innovative
manufacturing. Most people associate composting with a
bin in their neighbor’s backyard, or something farmers do.
Today, composting is a large scale manufacturing process
producing refined, finished products that have the ability
to transform the biological, chemical, and physical properties
of American soil. AgRecycle is one of the oldest and most
successful composting companies in the US, with clients
such as the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Pittsburgh Zoo.
Date: November 14, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Place: James Laughlin Music Hall, Chatham University, Shadyside
Host: The Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Chatham University
Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast)
Students- $12.00 with valid ID (Email pdecker@chatham.edu)
RSVP: Suggested by November 11
Questions? Contact 412-365-1253
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Delivering the Best Presentation They’ve Ever Seen:
Using Technology to Send Your Speaking Career to the Cloud
Presented by Dave Nelsen
Date: November 15, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon
Location: Sheraton Station Square, 300 W Station Square Dr,
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Host: National Speakers Association, Pittsburgh Chapter
Cost: NSA Members & Affiliates-$35; Nonmembers-$45
Add $20 for networking lunch.
RSVP: Suggested by November 12th
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Get More Business with a Proper Pitch
Speaker: Nate Dunlop, Toastmasters
This interactive workshop will give you techniques to boost Your
credibility, calmness, and confidence. Learn how to create a
focused step-by-step pitch and apply interaction skills that
will make conversation easier and help you close your next sale.
Date: November 19, 2014
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Place: Volunteers of America, 1650 Main Street, Sharpsburg, PA
Host: Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
Cost: Free (Bring a brown bag lunch)
To register, call 412.782.5344 (x209) or email
volunteersofamerica@voapa.org
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Engaging Employees with Exciting Educational Experiences
Presented by Al Borowski, Certified Speaking Professional
If you are a Student, a New Trainer, a Slightly Experienced Trainer,
or even an Old Dog Looking for New Tricks, you will discover at
least one idea you can use to plan or present a training program.
Oops. Make that plan or present an Exciting Educational
Experience!!
This program guarantees that you will experience 35 Ways to:
* Engage your audience
* Make the learning fun
* Have fun yourself
* Make the learning stick
And you will receive a Trainer’s Checklist to help you remember
and use these ideas.
Because of the highly interactive nature of this program, we must
limit the class size to 25.
Date: November 19, 2014
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Place: Experis, 1001 Liberty Ave, Ste 500, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Host: ASTD Pittsburgh
Cost: Members- $25; Guests-$35; Students-$15
RSVP: Suggested by November 12th (Seating limited to 25)
Register online at:
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Disability Resource Breakfast
Thursday, November 20, 2014
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Speaker: Mary Pat Joseph, Executive Director, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Western PA
Topic: Becoming an adult with Custic Fibrosis. The relationship between chronic health conditions; health and wellness; and transition and employment outcomes for youth and disabilities.
Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
1650 Main Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
FREE
RSVP: 412.782.5344 x 209 or volunteersofamerica@voapa.org
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Lead From Your Strengths
Presented by Brenda DeCroo
When we know what our natural gifts are and we maximize those
gifts in our work, relationships and activities, we are most
productive, effective and personally satisfied. Come learn how
to maximize your strengths, moderate your weaknesses, and unlock
your ability to cultivate empowered teams.
Date: November 21, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Place: Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant St, Pittsburgh
Host: River’s Club Women’s Leadership Forum
Cost: $6.00
To register, contact Erin Sustar at erin.sustar@clubcorp.com
or 412.391.5227 ext. 236.
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Women’s Power Lunch
Come be a part of the longest running networking luncheon in the
Pittsburgh area. Bring 50 business cards or brochures to hand
out and be prepared to give a short presentation on your business
to introduce yourself to other business women and professionals.
Date: November 21, 2014
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Place: To be announced
Cost: $25.00 (Prepayment required)
RSVP: By November 19th
Questions: Contact Suzanne at Suzanne@womenspowerlunch.com
or 724-452-5152.
Register online at: http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=JnZDrHgf7eZhGz&b=41JXposWU5Pmy38Vqu7MQw
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Book Launch & Celebration
Journey of Life Presents…
3 Local Authors:
Carol A. Briney, Author, Speaker, Mentor
Mj Callaway, Sales Coach, Author, Speaker
Brenda DeCroo, Author, Coach, Speaker
Come to network and hear presentations from local authors.
Enjoy wine and light finger foods. You may even win a door prize.
Date: December 1, 2014
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Author Presentations: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Up Modern Kitchen (2nd Floor. Handicap Accessible.)
Across the street from Journeys of Life
809 Bellefonte Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Cost: Free
RSVP: Suggested by November 25th
To RSVP, contact Carol at: Carol@CarolABriney.com
