2010 Minority & Women Business Owners Conference
In its 11th year this conference boasts nearly 100 exhibitors and 500 attendees, six workshop sessions, on branding and marketing your business, strategic planning, social networking, sales, wellness & stress relief, and leadership. The MWBOC has helped thousands of MWBE’s connect with each other, non-minority and woman owned businesses, and corporate partners to build their businesses. To make the conference even more all encompassing, we have incorporated two Match Maker sessions and a Certification Connection.
On-Line Registration is closed however registration at the door the day of the event is still available.
ATTENDEE PRICING
Full-$125
Afternoon only - $70
Opening Reception
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17TH
Horseshoe Casino Southern Indiana
11999 Casino Center Drive SE, Elizabeth, Indiana
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4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
In Bossier City Room at the top of the escalators
- hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks served
- Cash Bar
- Business Casual Attire
All Attendees, Primes, Exhibitors and Certifying Agencies are welcome.
Sponsored by: Republic Bank, Today's Woman Magazine and Aqua Services, Inc.
Full Conference (exhibit hall, workshops, breakfast, lunch, Matchmakers, Certification Connection, and Access to Capital)
General Conference Agenda
8:00am - 9:30am Registration & Breakfast
9:30am - 10:30am Session I
10:40am - 11:40am Session II
11:30 am - 1:30pm Lunch & Visit with Exhibitors
1:30pm - 3:00pm Session III
3:00pm - 4:00pm Exhibitors, Door Prizes, & Cocktails
Matchmakers Agenda
9:00 - 11:40 AM
1:30 - 4:00 PM
Matchmaker Prime Corporations and Government Agencies with Bidding Opportunities
- Aqua Utility Services, LLC
- Cummins, Inc.
- DUKE Energy
- Eon US
- Horseshoe Southern Indiana
- Humana, Inc.
- Humana Military Health Services
- Indiana Department of Transportation
- Indiana University
- Ivy Tech Community College (Sellersburg)
- Jefferson County Public Schools
- KY Transportation
- Louisville Metro Human Relations Commission
- Louisville Water Corporation
- MAC Construction
- Metropolitan Sewer District
- U of L
- UPS
- Vectren Corporation
- Wilson Education & Service Center
INFORMATION INDEX
Special thanks to our generous sponsors for without them events like this would not be possible.
Title Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Indiana 9
PIP Printing
Morris Images
Duke Energy
Indiana University
PNC Bank
Nu-Yale
Cummins, Inc.
MSD
Emerald Sponsors
Today's Woman Magazine
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What you get to experience at the conference
Matchmakers Program
MatchMakers is a program where we bring together certified WBE’s, MBE’s, DBE’s and veteran-owned businesses (Vendors) with Corporations and Government Agencies (Primes). The Primes will each have table set up in a separate area than the Expo and Vendors will have eight minutes to meet with each Prime of their choosing. Prior to the event we will publish a list of Primes that will be at the event and a listing of the types of businesses that they are seeking to do business with.
Primes expect each Vendor to be prepared to make their pitch. Therefore it is imperative that each Vendor be prepared. We will hold at least one conference call a few weeks before the conference for vendors wanting to attend MatchMakers to help get you prepared.
Certification Connection
The Certification Connection was created for those Vendors that need additional information concerning initial certification or additional certifications available from the numerous certifying agencies throughout Kentucky, Indiana and the entire United States. To make it more convenient for everyone, it will take place in the same room as MatchMakers. This informal session will give Vendors an opportunity to meet and talk with representatives that assist in certification for minority, woman, disadvantaged and veteran-owned businesses.
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Exhibitors
List coming soon!
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Seminar Titles and Descriptions
- Session I -
LEADERSHIP THAT WORKS: POLISHING THE TEAM
Speaker: Cindy Kanning
Who doesn't want to shine?! Exploring and addressing the pitfalls and snags of working together on the team—the company overall, within a department or organization, or relationships with clients—replace dysfunction with function. Our time together will highlight how to change behaviors in the workplace and clarify roles on the team, from the leader/owner to the newest member. The process of polishing teamwork is relevant, the rewards are great, and authentic success depends on it. Join us and glean materials and ideas to apply immediately.
About the Speaker:
Cindy Kanning is a corporate communications and management consultant who founded her own business 13 years ago. She manages media relations, conducts management and team training, creates strategic plans and marketing materials, consults in staff and organizational management, and writes policy/procedure and management manuals for clients in several states. Her passion is setting others up for success by helping them sharpen skills, develop meaningful relationships, and achieve a fulfilling balance between personal and professional arenas.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BANKRUPTCY AND SUCCESS?……………...YOU!
Speaker: Larry Goins
This workshop is focused on the business owner who is concerned about shaping his/her own future rather than always being subjected to the gyrations of the marketplace. Too many small businesses (larger ones also) are managing on a “here’s the next crisis” basis. Too many owners are chasing business with too little idea if it truly is profitable or beneficial long-term. Too many owners have no idea what their company is worth today and how to efficiently increase that value. This session deals with these issues and really focuses upon YOU, the business owner and how YOU really are the difference maker between failure and success.
About the Speaker:
Larry C. Goins has been a MWBOC committee member for 2 years. He is an independent businessman who counsels businesses with respect to their structure, operations, financing needs/sources and other aspects essential to succeeding with their ventures. His background includes his owning and operating a chemical distribution company, a residential new-home construction company, a property-management firm and, a consulting company. He spent 17 years in the banking industry with much of that time as SVP/Director of Commercial Real Estate Special Assets (non-performing and problem loans/projects). His varied professional background includes teaching, federal department of justice, General Motors and, social services. He graduated from Franklin College, BA secondary education/English major.
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SOCIAL MEDIA: REVOLUTION IN MARKETING
Speaker: Stacey Wade
In the past three years, the marketing landscape has changed more dramatically than over the past 20 years combined. New social media sites like LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook have led to new methodology for implementing marketing strategies. Social Media: "The Revolution of Marketing" will help you harness the power of modern marketing techniques, examining how they came to be and what's in store for the future.
About the Speaker:
Stacey Wade, Principle/CCO for NIMBUS
Mr. Stacey Wade is the founder of NIMBUS, a multi-cultural advertising agency. Focused on the ideology of creating great work that is inclusive to a growing multi-cultural market. Stacey’s current client list includes many top brands such as Toyota, Brown-Forman, Vivendi (Universal Music Group), Sony and Mercedes Benz USA. Stacey has dramatically helped brands expand market share in the multi-cultural space while maintaining advertising integration and ensuring long-term viability. His expertise enables NIMBUS to pinpoint strategic brand marketing opportunities and reverse engineer cutting edge creative advertising that captures the essence and spirit of the multi-cultural communities in America.
Persuasive Presentations – Create and Deliver the Perfect Pitch
Speaker: Whitney Bishop
Learn to create persuasive presentations that earn you business and a fan club!
In this action packed hour you will:
- Learn the secrets to power preparation
- Learn the difference between a presentation DO and a presentation DON"T.
- Focus on the right stuff – Hint: It’s about THEM, not YOU.
- Focus on the experience – Hint: THEIRS, not just YOURS.
- Leave em’ wanting more and saying “WOW”
About the speaker:
For over 15 years, Whitney Bishop has been an engaging facilitator, informative trainer and inspirational speaker benefitting higher education, business and non-profit organizations in Kentucky. She has crafted and delivered seminars in a wide variety of related skill areas, such as creative problem solving, focusing on the customer experience, career development, change management, strategic planning and creating POSSIBILITY for personal & professional success. In 2009, Whitney was hand picked by Jeffrey Gitomer to be a member of the small and proud group of Gitomer Certified Speakers. She was also hired to serve as Executive Director for the Southern Indiana Asset Building Coalition, a local non-profit agency dedicated to building brighter financial futures, one family at a time through financial education, financial counseling and financial coaching. Whitney lives in Louisville, KY with her husband, a couple of cool teenagers, a couple of dogs and one very, very large cat. She’s a lifelong learner, knitter, filmmaker and believes in keeping it local - supporting locally owned businesses & arts organizations.
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Wellness 101
Speaker: Dr. Kimberly Carpenter
In this presentation, she will help each of you take a personal inventory of your health. Each choice you make moves you towards wellness or towards illness. Dr. Kim will bring the disciplines of chiropractic care, nutrition coaching, empowerment thinking and exercise training to help individuals with various health challenges improve their quality of life. She will cover the four pillars of health: eating well, moving well, thinking well and living well in a workshop oriented presentation and will provide you with action steps to make the changes to afford you the life of your dreams!
About the Speaker:
Dr. Kimberly Carpenter is dedicated to empowering each and every individual to reach their full potential. She practices a wellness lifestyle and coaches her patients to meet their health goals through nutrition, exercise, empowerment thinking, and Chiropractic care. Dr. Carpenter has studied under some of the world's most renowned doctors and researchers in order to deliver the highest level of patient care. She has worked with the St. Louis Rams and St. Louis Cardinals, and currently cares for athletes at The University of Louisville, those competing in The Team in Training Program and many of the area high school athletes. Dr. Carpenter dedicates her time to area organizations and schools lecturing on various health and wellness topics and was recently awarded a proclamation from the Mayor’s office for her dedication and commitment to Discover Wellness Day.
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Playing to Win: Tobacco Intervention in the Workplace
Speaker: Andrea “Andi” Hannah, RN, BGS Coordinator, Clark County Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Coalition
This program will explain how, by playing your cards right, you can cut your business losses through employer sponsored smoking cessation. No bluffing!
About the speaker:
Andi Hannah is a registered nurse turned tobacco prevention advocate.…and much more. She's a woman with a penchant for making things happen - like theme parties, room redecorating, and smoke free workplace policies. Andi's unique academic, personal and professional experiences qualify her to address a variety of business, health and ministry topics. A lover of public presentation, she claims that with a little prep time she could talk about coat hangers for 30 minutes!
How to Distinguish your Brand in the information Age
Speaker: Carl Brazley
Branding became a marketing strategy after WWII and the start of the industrial revolution. National, regional and local brands flourished through developing strategic advertising budgets utilizing print, radio and TV. However, the world of marketing, and therefore branding, changed forever with the information age with the advent of the Internet and more recently the evolution of social marketing tools. "How to Distinguish Your Brand in the Information Age" will discuss past and current branding strategies as well as current opportunities utilizing new media tools.
About the Speaker:
Carl Brazley, President & CEO of Mo’ Better Marketing, LLC (MBM), is an award-winning business leader and entrepreneur based in Louisville, KY. Carl also founded and manages Pro7 interactive (a web applications company) and Pronicity.com (an interactive minority supplier search tool). Prior to these efforts, he owned a successful architectural and engineering design firm, and has assisted many companies in the growth and development of their businesses. Carl is a former professional athlete in the NFL and CFL. During his 13 years as a professional athlete he won numerous awards and continues his commitment to quality in his entrepreneurial efforts; receiving many recognitions and awards as a small and minority business owner. He currently serves on many local boards that support the advancement of youth, small and minority business, education and/or charitable outreach. Carl is often sought out as a keynote speaker and presenter for occasions that address marketing, youth, diversity and small business and has written articles, consulted with start-ups, developed diversity initiatives, produced educational materials and created, managed and hosted special events. Carl is married and has two children.
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