February 03, 2011
By Grace Festa

News You Can Use: February Business Events

There are some great new business events going on in Richmond this month. Whether you’re interested in learning new sales and marketing strategies, or you’d just like to network, the events below may be of interest. Don’t delay, as registration deadlines are approaching quickly!

February 8, 2011 – The Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting a sales development workshop at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Venton Showell, Sr. Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Strategic Solutions, will present “Prospecting: The Key to Your Future Success.” For more information and to register, click here.

February 14, 2011 – The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce & Richmond CenterStage present “Bridging Your Business to Brazil.” The event features a conference with several high-profile speakers, a reception featuring Brazilian cuisine, and a performance by Bale Folclorico da Bahia. For more information and to register, click here.

February 16, 2011 – The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation and SCORE present “Guerilla Marketing,” a workshop designed to teach you the basics of cost-effective marketing. This will also be an opportunity for networking. For more details and to RSVP, click here.

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