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Upcoming Seminars and Workshops |
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14th Annual ColoradoBiz Minority Business Breakfast |
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The Business of Art (click poster above for registration form)
A collaboration with The Other Side Arts (TOSA)
Saturday, July 19th, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, $45/person
A great value! No other discount applies; payable to TOSA by cash or check at the door. Location: TOSA, 1400 Dallas St., Aurora, CO 80010 - - in the East End Arts District. TOSA has brought regional experts to share their knowledge about the business side of your art career. Instructors include Alyson Stanfield, Greg Katz and Kim Harrell. Topics include:
- Developing the Artist's Portfolio
- Presentation and Pricing of Artwork
- Public Art Opportunities
- Art Marketing, and MORE
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Celebrating Outstanding Achievement among Colorado's
Minority–Owned Business Community
Presented by: Kaiser Permanente
Also sponsored by: Patton Boggs – Attorneys at Law
In association with: Minority & Women's Chamber Coalition
Asian Chamber of Commerce, Black Chamber of Commerce, Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Rocky Mountain Indian Chamber of Commerce For the 14th consecutive year, ColoradoBiz magazine will announce and recognize the three fastest-growing minority-owned businesses in Colorado. The celebration takes note of these outstanding achievements in the community.
When: July 16, 7:30-9 am
Where: Seawall Ballroom, Denver Center for Performing Arts
Keynote: Tim Marquez, founder, chairman, and chief executive of Veneco Inc., a Denver-based oil-and-gas company.
Mr. Marquez, a product of Denver Public Schools, is one Colorado's most successful business leaders and community supporters – particularly within education – where he established the Denver Scholarship Foundation. He's also an active supporter of his alma mater, the Colorado School of Mines.
Tickets: $60/person; $700/corporate table (10), incl signage
Contact: Erin Hotaling – ehotaling@cobizmag.com
Log on: http://www.cobizmag.com/mbb.asp for information and registration.
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Aurora Seeks Nominations for the
2008 Business Recognition Awards
The City of Aurora is seeking nominations for its annual Business Recognition Awards Program. The city will honor both small and large outstanding businesses in October 2008.
Nominees must be licensed to operate within Aurora and will be evaluated based on several factors, including longevity, innovation, exemplary customer service delivery and community involvement. Major companies can also be nominated for a significant capital investment and/or annual revenues.
Launched in 2005 by Aurora City Manager Ron Miller, the Business Recognition Awards Program aspires to build and reinforce relationships with local businesses and entrepreneurs. The city also uses this program to appreciate new businesses within Aurora by recognizing them for significant achievements throughout the year.
Nomination forms are available on the city's web site, www.auroragov.org or at www.aurorabdc.com , (click here) and must be completed and returned no later than August 1, 2008. To learn more, call the Aurora Business Development Center at (303) 326-8690.
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Celebrate Independence Day at the City of Aurora's
Seventh Annual Fourth of July Spectacular on July 4th!
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Live entertainment will begin at 6:30 PM with a patriotic performance by the Aurora Symphony. The United States Air Force Academy Concert Band will perform 8:15 – 9:15 PM.
The metro-area's largest fireworks display begins at 9:30 PM, and be sure to tune your radios to 1430 AM KEZW, where you can hear the fireworks choreographed to classic beats.
Limited seating is available on the Aurora Municipal Center lawn. The fireworks also may be viewed from surrounding areas. Best viewing locations include east of Potomac Street, south of Sixth Avenue, north of Mississippi Avenue and west of Buckley Road. Parking is available at the Aurora Town Center, Aurora City Place and the Community College of Aurora.
The Fourth of July Spectacular is produced by the City of Aurora and presented by Stevinson Toyota and Scion East. The event is also sponsored by The Children's Hospital and Raytheon, and our radio partner is KEZW AM 1430. Click here for more details. |
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After giving five years of his extraordinary best ,
Chuck Hahn, Acting Small Business Coordinator for
the city of Aurora has decided to step down and
enjoy his summer at Disney World! After that, he'll
take on a few independent projects, mainly because
our people-oriented "I couldn't be happier if I were
a millionaire!" manager can only stay retired about
two weeks! Chuck's professional, caring, patient
and jolly "No worries!" personality will be greatly
missed! "All our best to you, Chuck!" (the TEAM at
the Aurora BDC) |
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The Aurora Business Development Center (BDC) offers free one-on-one counseling,
low-cost seminars, financing programs and technical assistance for entrepreneurs and existing small business owners. www.aurorabdc.com |
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Basics of Starting a Business
Tuesday, July 15th, 1:00 - 3:00 PM, FREE
Obtaining Business Financing
Wednesday, July 16th, 1:00 - 3:00 PM, FREE
Getting Results from Your Web Site
Thursday, July 17th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM, $25*
Writing a Winning Business Plan
Tuesday, July 22nd, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, $25/person*
QuickBooks for Beginners
Wednesdays, July 23rd & 30th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A two-session seminar @ $45/person
A Sneak Peak at August:
Getting the Large Contracts
Wednesday, August 6th, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, FREE
Smart Marketing
Thursday, August 7th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, $25/person*
Starting a Restaurant or Food Business
Tuesday, August 19th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, $25/person
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Sales Tax classes,
August 12th & 26th, FREE - - Call for more information.
*Take two $25-seminars for only $45, payable at the first registered class. A complete 2008 schedule is available on-line. Pre-registration requested: (303) 326-8690, or, info@aurorabdc.com.
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Aurora Seeking Public Input About Future Public Art
The City of Aurora Art in Public Places Commission is inviting the public to help establish future locations for public art around the city. This master planning process will place nearly $1 million worth of public art from 2009 to 2013.
About the Aurora Art in Public Places Program, Cultural Services Division: The Aurora Art in Public Places program maintains and expands a quality public art collection of diverse media and styles that plays an integral role in the city's architecture and community. Public art represents an opportunity for Aurora to establish a unique identity and to contribute to the civic pride of the community. The Cultural Services Division is the largest single provider of arts & culture in the City of Aurora offering programs in performing arts,
fine arts, history, public art, special events and festivals, and community volunteerism.
Upcoming public art installations in Aurora:
July 2008: Sculpture on the ‘Fax - - a fine art exhibit in the East End Arts District; sculpture by Doyle Svenby, 10000 E. Colfax Ave.
July 14, 2008: David Griggs, Expo Park, 10955 E. Alameda Pkwy.
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The Aurora Business Development Center’s E-newsletter,
BizBeat, contains upcoming events and programs, valuable business tips and trends, City of Aurora news and other small business resources.
If you do not wish to continue receiving this
e-newsletter, please email us at info@aurorabdc.com. |
For more information on the above seminars and programs, please call the Aurora BDC at (303) 326-8690 or visit our web site.
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