Next Step's team frequently provides speakers for conferences, trade shows, webinars, workshops and other events. Ssome of our past engagements are listed below.
If you are interested in booking a Next Step speaker for your conference, trade show or other industry events please contact Event Coordinator to inquire about topics and availability.
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| JUNE 2010 |
| Wednesday, 16th |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Preparing for a Successful Acquisition |
Whether you are expanding your business from rapidly growing revenues or funding from angels, venture capital or just your friends and family, now is the time to prepare your business so that it is ready, when the time is right, to survive the legal, accounting and business issues that will be part of the acquisition process.
Location: Biltmore Hotel and Suites |
| Tuesday, 15th |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>How to Increase Revenues & Grow Your Business Now |
During periods of change, the companies that seek and leverage new opportunities are best positioned for long term success. This workshop will give attendees new ideas and approaches to improve their company's sales results and market sustainability.
Location: K&L Gates- San Francisco |
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| MAY 2010 |
| Tuesday, 18th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Setting the Foundation for Career Success |
Whether you are seeking a new position today, or committed to enhancing your future opportunities, this practical workshop will provide you with techniques, case studies, and an action plan for career success.
Location: Intel |
| Monday, 17th |
| 5:30 PM |
<event details>Gaining Executing Buy-In Through a Compelling Value Proposition |
To enhance the perception, importance and ultimately funding of their department project managers need to develop and articulate a clear, compelling value proposition for their department and function.
Location: Michaels at Shoreline |
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| APRIL 2010 |
| Tuesday, 27th |
| 7:00 PM |
<event details>Automotive Service Councils of California Chapter Meeting |
Next Step consultant Dr. Joyce Irby will be doing a presentation for ASCCA Chapter 23, focusing on harassment in the workplace.
Location: Celia's |
| Wednesday, 21st |
| 11:00 AM |
<webinar details>Webinar: How to Grow Your Business Using Social Media |
To generate a return on investment on your social media initiatives, they must be an integral part of your company’s marketing and sales process and programs. Your lead generation campaigns can be maximized through broader communication channels via social media and your sales team should leverage social media for relationship building and prospecting.
Next Step’s clients are learning that it is possible to generate revenue from social media campaigns – when they, like all marketing and sales activities, are planned around customer needs and behaviors and built to generate short and long term revenue.
Please Join us for an informative webinar on April 21, 11:00 a.m. PDT, on How to Grow your Business Using Social Media and to learn how companies are using social media to improve revenues and increase brand awareness.
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| Wednesday, 21st |
| 5:30 PM |
<event details>Alliance Career Development: Take Your Career to the Next Level |
Do you have a plan for career success? Whether you are a Business Development Manager at a Tech 100 company or a C-level executive at a biotech start-up, a plan for your career is essential.
Location: The Network Meeting Center at Tech Mart |
| Thursday, 1st |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Selling the Real Value of Your Solution |
Effective selling today requires different skills, methods and approaches than the feature, benefit, price-based sales strategies many salespeople used in the past.
Location: Abbott, Stringham and Lynch |
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| FEBRUARY 2010 |
| Thursday, 18th |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Preparing for a Successful Acquisition |
Whether you are growing your business from rapidly growing revenues or funding from Angels, Venture Capital or just your friends & family, now is the time to prepare your business so that it is ready, when the time is right, to execute your Exit Strategy.
Learn how Next Step helped Lasso Logic achieve a successful acquisition!
<download their success story>
Location: K&L Gates- San Francisco |
| Thursday, 11th |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Preparing for a Successful Acquisition |
Whether you are growing your business from rapidly growing revenues or funding from Angels, Venture Capital or just your friends & family, now is the time to prepare your business so that it is ready, when the time is right, to execute your Exit Strategy.
Learn how Next Step helped Lasso Logic achieve a successful acquisition!
<download their success story>
Location: K&L Gates- Palo Alto |
| Tuesday, 9th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>GABA Job Hunting Series: Ready to make your move? |
Many professionals use LinkedIn for re-connecting, keeping abreast of their contacts and getting their work done more effectively. However, the LinkedIn network has also become a central platform for hiring managers, recruiters and job seekers.
Location: Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal, LLP |
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| JANUARY 2010 |
| Thursday, 21st |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Leveraging New Revenue Opportunities in 2010 |
Recovery is on the horizon. Now is the time for businesses to identify, evaluate and leverage revenue channels & opportunities. During periods of change, the companies that seek and leverage new opportunities are best positioned for long term success.
Location: Comerica- Walnut Creek |
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| NOVEMBER 2009 |
| Thursday, 19th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Workit.com 6th Annual Mixer |
WorkIt.com's Silicon Valley Mixer celebrates the people involved in Silicon Valley startups - the ones who are willing to take these risks in pursuit of their goals to launch and grow a thriving company.
Location: The Network Meeting Center at Tech Mart |
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| OCTOBER 2009 |
| Thursday, 22nd |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Executing for Upturn: Looking ahead for a great 2010 |
Few agree on when the recession will end, but leaders today know the decisions they make now will drive growth during recovery.
Location: Bowne |
| Thursday, 22nd |
11:00 AM to 1:30 PM |
<event details>San Jose Hispanic COC Biz Networking Lunch |
Bring a friend to the Biz Networking Luncheon and learn how to make time your strongest ally!
GUEST SPEAKER
Joe Shea, VP - Next Step
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| Wednesday, 21st |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Executing for Upturn: Looking ahead for a great 2010 |
Few agree on when the recession will end, but leaders today know the decisions they make now will drive growth during recovery.
Location: Hanson & Bridgett |
| Tuesday, 20th |
| 8:30 AM |
<event details>Executing for Upturn: Looking ahead for a great 2010 |
Few agree on when the recession will end, but leaders today know the decisions they make now will drive growth during recovery.
Location: Walnut Creek Marriott |
| Wednesday, 14th |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Sales Management: The Key to 2010 Profitability |
Strong financial and cash management are critical for companies during an economic downturn, but organizations that thrive during the recession and follow-on recovery are those with successful sales teams.
Location: Comerica Bank |
| Wednesday, 7th |
10:45 AM to 12:15 PM |
<event details>Garnering Executive Buy-in: The HR Value Proposition |
There is a good reason that the SHRM Strategy Conference has sold out early four years in a row; it is because, simply put, it is much more than a mere "conference"; it is a vital component of your accomplishment as an HR Executive.
Location: Westin Kierland Resort |
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| SEPTEMBER 2009 |
| Wednesday, 30th |
| 5:30 PM |
<event details>Using Social Media to Improve Alliances |
Success today requires new approaches to product development, sales and marketing - through strategic alliances & partnerships. Learn from veterans who have experience in social media, alliances and working & managing across generations to deliver results
Location: Cisco Systems |
| Thursday, 24th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Sell and Market Across Borders: How to Position Yourself and Your Company for Value |
Join fellow women professionals to discuss stories of international professional growth and successes, strategies and tactics for women transitioning from careers abroad to those here in the Bay Area, and other workforce topics.
Location: Bingham McCutchen LLP |
| Wednesday, 23rd |
7:30 AM to 9:00 AM |
<event details>Financial Manager's Role in Revenue Improvement |
Strong financial management is critical for all companies during an economic downturn. Learn proven best practices, then build a plan for using these techniques in your own organization.
Location: Biltmore Hotel and Suites |
| Tuesday, 22nd |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Rebuilding Your Company's Value |
Learn examples and approaches for practical and effective sales and operational techniques from Silicon Valley veterans who have developed, built and managed technology companies through turbulent times and recoveries.
Location: Fenwick & West |
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| JULY 2009 |
| Wednesday, 15th |
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
<event details>Sales Techniques That Work Today |
While cost cutting and good financial management are critical to survival during a downturn, the organizations which also see and leverage the opportunity to improve customer relationships and outreach are often most successful – both in the short and lon
Location: Biltmore Hotel and Suites |
| Tuesday, 14th |
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
<event details>Selling Your Unique Value |
Join fellow women professionals to discuss stories of international professional growth and successes, strategies and tactics for women transitioning from careers abroad to those here in the Bay Area, and other workforce topics.
Location: Bingham McCutchen LLP |
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| JUNE 2009 |
| Tuesday, 9th |
7:15 AM to 9:30 AM |
<event details>Prepare for Success When the Economy Recovers |
While few CEOs agree on when the recession will end, savvy leaders today recognize that the decisions they make today will drive growth during the upcoming recovery.
Location: The University Club of Palo Alto |
| Thursday, 4th |
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
<event details>Importance of Value Sales in Today's Market |
During times of financial crisis and uncertainty, savvy company executives stay competitive and build a foundation for future success.
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| APRIL 2009 |
| Wednesday, 22nd |
| 10:00 AM |
<webinar details>Increasing Sales: Techniques for Everyone |
The most successful and experienced leaders continue to focus and prepare for the future, despite the current market challenges. One clear way to improve your company's success during the recession is to increase sales outreach and skills – across the org
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| Thursday, 16th |
11:30 AM to 2:00 PM |
<event details>Leading in a Multi-Gen Workplace |
Explore and learn how to implement best practices that address challenges faced by a multi-generational workforce.
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| MARCH 2009 |
| Wednesday, 25th |
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM |
<event details>Sales Strategies To Move Up |
During difficult times, the companies that communicate a message of real value to their customers and the market survive and thrive.
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| Tuesday, 17th |
| 10:00 AM |
<event details>Sales & Marketing in Troubled Times |
A successful marketing and sales strategy doesn't have to be costly, but it does need to be targeted and measurable.
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| Tuesday, 10th |
| 10:00 AM |
<event details>Sales & Marketing in Troubled Times |
Today's economic uncertainty can be an opportunity for smart sales and marketing organizations.
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| FEBRUARY 2009 |
| Wednesday, 25th |
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
<event details>Job Search in Tough Times |
Differentiating yourself among your peers is the key to your success
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| Thursday, 5th |
| 10:00 AM |
<event details>Time Management: Be More Productive in 2009 |
Time management techniques can be one of your greatest assets and make you a valued leader in your organization. Everyday companies suffer from low productivity and missed opportunities due to poor time management at all levels.
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| JANUARY 2009 |
| Thursday, 22nd |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Managing Across the Generations |
Increase Engagement and Loyalty Among Employees
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| Wednesday, 21st |
6:45 PM to 8:45 PM |
<event details>Sales/Mktg for Uncertain Times |
In this practical hands-on session, participants will learn results-driven strategies to increase Sales & Marketing in tough times.
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| Wednesday, 14th |
| 9:00 AM |
<webinar details>Time Management: Be More Productive in 2009 |
Everyday companies suffer from low productivity and missed opportunities due to poor time management at all levels, including executives, managers, staff and consultants.
In this 1-hour webinar, we will explore proven time management best practices.
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| OCTOBER 2008 |
| Thursday, 23rd |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Attracting and Retaining the Millennials |
For the first time, four distinct generations are being asked to co-exist in the workplace. This workshop will help you gain an understanding of the various differences in perspectives and communications styles of today's workforce.
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| Thursday, 16th |
| 10:00 AM |
<webinar details>Maximizing Sales Results Through Leads Nurturing |
To maximize their efforts and generate sales, Marketing and Sales teams need to share a common definition of a qualified lead, understand how to nurture it and identify when it is ready to be handed off to the Sales team.
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| Thursday, 16th |
| 10:00 AM |
<event details>Build a Business Presence in US |
Success in today’s global economy often requires a US presence and awareness of your company. Whether you are at the initial stage of defining the company vision or ready for market or product launch you should attend.
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| Thursday, 16th |
| 11:30 AM |
<event details>Succeeding in the US Market |
A special workshop in Oslo, Norway helps to provide the European market with key insights into US trends and technologies.
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| Wednesday, 15th |
| 12:00 PM |
<event details>Inspiration to Innovation |
A special event in Oslo, Norway explores the techniques of expanding your business into global technology marketing.
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| Thursday, 9th |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Selling Your Company's Unique Value |
Win in today’s market with a high impact value proposition. Practical advice on defining and communicating the unique value of your solution to effectively position your company against the competition.
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| SEPTEMBER 2008 |
| Wednesday, 3rd |
| 3:00 PM |
<webinar details>Compelling Web Presentations |
The name of the game in web presentations is interactivity! Here’s how to take your vibrant personality, push it down an internet connection, reach out to your audience, grab them, and bring them back with you.
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| AUGUST 2008 |
| Wednesday, 20th |
| 7:30 AM |
<event details>Preparing for Sales Success |
This two hour interactive workshop, facilitated by Next Step CEO, Jennifer Vessels will provide practical tips, techniques and recommendations for defining the sales strategy and the team required for success.
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| Tuesday, 19th |
| 7:00 PM |
<event details>Making the Most of Your Time |
Sponsored by the Automotive Services Council, this discussion can help you manage your time and prioritize your daily activities for optimum productivity.
Location: Portofino Grill |
| Thursday, 14th |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Attracting & Engaging TOP Talent |
Led by Jennifer Vessels, CEO of Next Step, this Vistage workshop will provide practical tools and techniques to develop and maximize employee engagement throughout the organization with an in-depth look at the multi-generational 'workforce of the future'.
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| Thursday, 7th |
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
<event details>Business Etiquette Tele-seminar |
Tele-seminar for WIC (Women in Consulting) to provide techniques and how to-examples of Business Etiquette that help consultants set themselves apart and win in today's crowded marketplace.
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| JULY 2008 |
| Thursday, 17th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Recession-proof Your Practice |
Expert panel on how global, national and regional economic forces are affecting consultants and what you can do now to recession-proof your business.
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| JUNE 2008 |
| Wednesday, 25th |
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
<event details>Attracting & Engaging TOP Talent |
Led by Jennifer Vessels, CEO of Next Step, this Vistage workshop will provide practical tools and techniques to develop and maximize employee engagement throughout the organization with an in-depth look at the multi-generational 'workforce of the future'.
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| Tuesday, 24th |
| 10:30 AM |
<event details>Workforce of the Future Webinar |
Find out how to navigate the multi-generational workplace. Register now for this complimentary webinar.
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| Tuesday, 24th |
| 10:30 AM |
<webinar details>Workforce of the Future |
Four generations are co-existing in the workplace today, each bringing different values, work styles and skills to the table. Not understanding their differences and how to address them effectively through management techniques and evolving organizational
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| Tuesday, 17th |
| 6:00 PM |
<event details>Power Networking |
Hands-on training session for NAWBO (National Association of Woman Business Owners) on how to make a lasting impression and get the most out of networking events.
Location: Silicon Valley Capitol Club |
| Thursday, 12th |
| 4:00 PM |
<event details>Collaborating with the US |
Workshop series for AmCham Norway.
Interactive session for AmCham Norway members and other business executives with tips and techniques to improve their communication and collaboration with US partners and customers.
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| Wednesday, 11th |
| 12:00 PM |
<event details>Collaborating with the US |
Workshop series for AmCham Norway.
Interactive session for AmCham Norway members and other business executives with tips and techniques to improve their communication and collaboration with US partners and customers.
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| MAY 2008 |
| Tuesday, 20th |
| 3:00 PM |
<event details>Gartner ChannelVision - Workshop |
This workshop for Gartner Group's IT ChannelVision will focus on how to attract and engage top talent and prepare IT organizations for the 'workforce of the future'.
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| Thursday, 15th |
7:30 AM to 10:00 AM |
<event details>Managing Across Generations |
Executive Roundtable for Accounting firm Berger / Lewis on how to successfully communicate with, engage and manage the four generations co-existing in the workplace today: Millennials, Gen X-ers, Baby Boomers and Traditionalists.
Location: Silicon Valley Capitol Club |
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| APRIL 2008 |
| Wednesday, 2nd |
| 12:00 AM |
<event details>Attracting & Engaging TOP Talent |
Led by Jennifer Vessels, CEO of Next Step, this Vistage workshop will provide practical tools and techniques to develop and maximize employee engagement throughout the organization with an in-depth look at the multi-generational 'workforce of the future'.
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| MARCH 2008 |
| Tuesday, 18th |
| 8:00 AM |
<event details>Consulting Expert Panel |
Expert Panel for the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) on the common pitfalls of building a consulting business and how to overcome them.
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| Tuesday, 18th |
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM |
<event details>Winning the War for Talent |
As a sponsor Next Step supports this NAWBO event which discusses the importance of engaging top talent in an ever-evolving workplace environment.
Location: Silicon Valley Capitol Club |
| Thursday, 13th |
7:30 AM to 10:00 AM |
<event details>Sell Your Company's Unique Value |
Executive Roundtable for Berger/Lewis on winning in today's marketplace through defining and communicating the real 'value' of your solution. Practical advice on how to define a unique value proposition and effectively sell your company's unique value.
Location: Silicon Valley Capitol Club |
| Thursday, 6th |
12:00 AM to 3:00 AM |
<event details>Effective Coaching for GABA |
Next Step is a co-sponsor of this GABA (German-American Business Association) event that demonstrates the positive impact professional coaching has on professionalism, skill and behavior development for employees, consultants, business owners and managers
Location: SAP |
| Saturday, 1st |
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
<event details>Working Across Cultures |
Next Step consultant Kris Bondi presents key protocols and tips for working across Asian, European and North American business cultures at the International Career Fair (ICF) in San Francisco.
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| FEBRUARY 2008 |
| Tuesday, 19th |
| 12:00 AM |
<event details>Attracting & Engaging TOP Talent |
Led by Jennifer Vessels, CEO of Next Step, this Vistage workshop will provide practical tools and techniques to develop and maximize employee engagement throughout the organization with an in-depth look at the multi-generational 'workforce of the future'.
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| JANUARY 2008 |
| Tuesday, 15th |
| 6:30 PM |
<event details>NAWBO Speakers Video Showcase |
Next Step Selected to Present Sales Workshop "Selling the Real Value of Your Solution"
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| DECEMBER 2007 |
| Thursday, 13th |
| 1:00 PM |
<event details>Attracting & Engaging TOP Talent |
This workshop will provide practical tools and techniques to develop and maximize employee engagement throughout the organization with an in-depth look at the requirements of the multi-generational 'workforce of the future'.
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| Friday, 7th |
| 11:30 AM |
<event details>Next Step Consultants Meeting |
Location: Vino Santo Bistro |
| Thursday, 6th |
| 8:30 AM |
<event details>Seed Forum Investor Event |
The Seed Forum event brings together the executives of seven aspiring companies from the Nordic countries who will present their business cases at the forum.
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| NOVEMBER 2007 |
| Wednesday, 7th |
| 8:30 PM |
<event details>Crafting Your Elevator Speech |
This 90 minute interactive workshop provides attendees with the techniques and opportunities to define, practice and receive feedback on their elevator speech.
Location: Silicon Valley Bank |
| Tuesday, 6th |
| 12:00 PM |
<event details>How to Succeed in Silicon Valley |
Jennifer Vessels will be moderating this expert panel for the KITECH (Korea Institute of Industrial Technology) Korean delegates with an overview of Silicon Valley and how to do business with the US.
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| OCTOBER 2007 |
| Wednesday, 31st |
| 12:00 PM |
<event details>Bridging the Collaboration Gap |
The emergence of the global economy has accelerated the need for adoption of collaboration technologies that remove the communications barriers of distance, time, culture, and language.
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| Sunday, 21st |
| 1:00 PM |
<event details>Winning in Today's Market |
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| Tuesday, 9th |
| 6:30 PM |
<event details>Communications Today for GABA |
for the German American Business Association
October 9, 2007 at SAP, Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto CA from 6:30-9:30 pm.
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| SEPTEMBER 2007 |
| Thursday, 27th |
10:45 AM to 1:15 PM |
<event details>Women and Technology Summit |
This is a teaser snipit for Women and Technology event that is very long and even has a second paragraph.
So we can see what that might look like.
Location: Hyatt Regency |