Mujer a Mujer - Woman to Woman 6th Annual Business Conference
"Building the Image of You"
Fri. November 14, 2008, 8am-4pm
Oakland

Waterfront Plaza Hotel, Ten Washington St, Oakland, CA 94607
Hispanic Business, Education & Training, Inc. (HBET) and The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Alameda County (HCCAC) cordially invite you. Read more...

WorkIt.com 5th Annual Silicon Valley Mixer
Thu. November 20, 2008 , 6-9pm
Santa Clara

The Network Meeting Center at Tech Mart
5201 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara
Growing a successful startup in the Silicon Valley takes a unique combination of skills, connections, determination, opportunity, and risk. In its 5th year, 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 - all while keeping our region on the cutting edge of technology and innovation.  Read more...

Neat Ideas Business Showcase
Thu. December 4, 2008, 11am-5pm
San Jose

SJSU Student Union, Barrett Ballroom, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192
Do you have a neat idea, or revolutionary business concept? The Silicon Valley Center For Entrepreneurship, SJSU, & E-Society are proud to bring you the 2008 Neat Idea's Fair! Cost FREE!  Neat Idea?  New Venture? Innovative Technology?  Read more...

Networking Luncheon with Real Estate Professionals w/NAHREPAC
Fri. December 5, 2008, 11:30am-1:30pm
Hayward

Celia's Restaurant, 25010 Hesperian Blvd Hayward, CA 94545, 510 782-2235
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Network with many real estate agents, lenders, title reps, and other real estate professionals. Read more...

First Fridays Monthly Networking Event
Fri. December 5, 2008, 5:30-11pm
East Bay

First Fridays is a monthly, professional community event that focuses on providing a relaxing atmosphere where professionals can socialize, network and have fun at different venues around the Bay Area - Networking Happy Hour, Multiple Booth Vendors, Live Entertainment. Read more...

US Women's Expo
June 26-28, 2009
Santa Clara

Santa Clara Convention Center 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
The U.S. Women's Expo is a one stop shop for the woman on the go who wants to stay 'in-the-know' on the latest in beauty, fashion and so much more! Come and enjoy yourself at an exciting women expo and show especially for you, the woman on the go! We will create a special event for you, where you can learn, shop and simply enjoy yourself away from the daily hustle and bustle!  Read more...

We are creating local networking forums for women to share the successes they have attained in their business and to inspire new business owners for the success their businesses will achieve. Tashia M. Flucas, 510.706.7711, Tashia@womenbizowners.org http://smallbiz.meetup.com/1155/

Villa Ragusa
35 S. Second St. Campbell, CA 95008
eWomenNetwork members are an incredibly gifted and multi-talented group of business women. We all have much to offer and much to learn from each other. But, we cannot support you or refer others to you if we do not know about you and what you offer. Come and discover how we can support you and your objectives. Registration Fee: $55 for non-members and $45 for eWN Members, Late registration, beginning 11/29/2008: $65, Contact: Kristy Rogers, Regional Executive Director, 408 288-8484, kristyrogers@eWomenNetwork.com

Elephant and Castle Pub and Restaurant, 424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Looking for a way to connect with fellow Aggies after work? The Cal Aggie Alumni Association invites you to join UC Davis Bay Area alums for an evening of networking. Includes appetizers. $10 CAAA members, $15 Non-members. Bring your business cards and enter to win door prizes provided by Liberty Mutual. Sign up today at http://www.alumni.ucdavis.edu/rsvp

Wells Fargo Bank, 121 Park Center Plaza, San Jose 95113
Each year, Wells Fargo Bank opens its doors to our members and guests for our Annual Holiday Mixer.  Round out the year with an evening of good food and great networking to get you started on your new year's connections.  This mixer is always well-attended, so bring lots of business cards!
Online Registration (until December 8) is free for members; $15 for non-members. Price at the door will be $10 for members and $20 for non-members. http://www.sjchamber.com

Join area chambers of commerce and business organizations for the ultimate business networking event!   Mix and mingle with business people representing hundreds of industries and companies. The Largest Mixers are a great opportunity to reach small to large companies, meet new clients and learn how the different chambers of commerce and business organizations can make your business grow.
Orange County’s Largest Mixer VI
Wed. March 11, 2009, 5-9pm
OC Fair & Event Center
949 222-6600, http://www.largestmixer.com/ocmixer, Exhibitor Application http://www.largestmixer.com/ocmixer/exhibitor-registration.php
L.A.’s Largest Mixer XI
Thu. July 23, 2009, 5-9pm
Shrine Auditorium Expo Center
323 230-5656, http://www.largestmixer.com/lamixer, Exhibitor Application http://www.largestmixer.com/lamixer/exhibitor-registration.php
Inland Empire’s Largest Mixer III
Thu. October 22, 2009, 5-9pm
Ontario Convention Center
909 560-2800, http://www.largestmixer.com/iemixer, Exhibitor Application http://www.largestmixer.com/iemixer/exhibitor-registration.php

B2B Power Exchange is a leads group for people who sell to corporate decision makers. Pre-register because attendance is limited to 25 people. Info: 925 201-3410, chris@b2bpowerexchange.com, http://www.b2bpowerexchange.com

Business Builders http://businessbuilders.voicegateway.com
Lions Blind Center, 101 N. Bascom Ave., San Jose
Chair: Pat Forst, Forst Commercial Real Estate, paforst@aol.com, 408 260-2412
Co-Chair: Paul Bever, Premier Benefits, paul@premierbenefits.com, 408 227-9996
Chamber Representative: Carol Smith, carols@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5261

Winchester BRN
560 Winchester Blvd., Ste. 500, San Jose, 95128
Chair: Rick Smith, Click Home, rick@clickhomerealty.com, 408 482-0539
Co-Chair: Rick Gerhardt, SJSVCC, rickg@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5288
Chamber Representative: Rick Gerhardt, rickg@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5288

B2BRN http://b2brn.com
Waddell & Reed, 1999 South Bascom Ave., Ste. 400 Campbell 95008
Chair: Penny Kelly, Kelly Family Creations, pmarikelly@aol.com, 408 245-2175
Co-Chair: Mindy Flatow-Dickens, Morgan Multimedia, Mindy@MorganMM.com, 408 984-4600 x313
Chamber Representative: Carol Smith, carols@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5261

Retro
Coastal Paving, Inc., 1295 Norman Ave, Santa Clara 95054
Chair: Michael Connell, Ceitronics, michael_connell@ceitronics.com, 408 456-1458
Co-Chair: Tim Aiona, WSI Elite Net Designs, tainoa@wsielitenetdesigns.com, 408 559-1295
Chamber Representative: Randy McDonald, randym@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5268

Art of Business http://art.BrnGroups.com
Hobee's Restaurant in The Pruneyard, 1875 South Bascom Ave, Campbell 95008
Chair: Debbie Quintana, Gourmet Gifts, gourmetgifts@comcast.net , 408-307-3411
Co-Chair: Larry Allen, Allen's Portrait Arts, larry@pro-photo.com, 408-978-7137
Chamber Representative: Rick Gerhardt, rickg@sjchamber.com, 408-291-5288

Aim High http://www.aimhighbrn.com
Marie Callender's Restaurant & Bakery, 620 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose 95123
Chair: Laura Armour, RFI, larmour@rfi.com , 408 298-5400
Co-Chair: Howie Blumstine, Add Plus, 408 528-0818
Chamber Representative: Carol Smith, carols@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5261

Power Partners Group
Chicago Title, 290 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road (Hwy 9) Los Gatos, CA 95030
Chair: Dave Olson, Teleflex Solutions, dolson@teleflexsolutions.com, 408 200-3808
Chamber Representative: Rick Gerhardt, rickg@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5288

Almaden Business Partners
Cup & Saucer Cafe, 1375 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose 95118
Chair: Andre Gong Sue, FFS Insurance & Financial Services, andre@ffsbenefits.com, 408 216-5600
Co-Chair & Chamber Representative: Rick Gerhardt, SJSVCC, rickg@sjchamber.com, 408 291-5288

Info: http://www.svama.org

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