2003 Meetings
January
"Communication Leadership Forum – Facilitating With Style"
Dee Endelman- Agreement Dynamics
February
"Business Plans in Current Market Conditions"
Dr. Harvey Meier, CMC- Harvey A. Meier Company
March
"Economic Forecast"
Randy Barcus, Chief Economist- Avista
Randy will discuss the economic outlook for the Spokane region
April
"Panel Discussion – Port Districts"
Linda Boomer, Port of Kennewick
Al Anderson, Port of Moses Lake
May
"Handling Crisis Communication"
Skip Bonuccelli - Central Valley School District
How to handle and prepare for communication internally and with the press and public when your business is facing a crisis situation.
June
"Getting Your Foot in the Door"
Jolene Barrington- Fruci & Associates
Three key ways you can use offers to get your foot in the door with potential clients, introduce a new service, grow your presence, or simply differentiate yourself from your competitor.
July
"Tour of the Historic Fox Theater"
Lorna Walsh- Spokane Symphony
August
"Spo-Vision, Become Part of the Idea"
Rob Brewster - Conover Bond
A discussion of development projects and how they have become a part of the overall vision that is
Spokane
. Rob highlighted some of his past projects and introduced his present and future developments that are in the works. Additionally he provided his thoughts on how service providers in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industries can help play a part in the “renaissance” that is shaping downtown
Spokane
.
September
"Winning Design/Build Contracts"
Leandra Thompson- Northstar Project Management
Leandra discussed who uses design / build, why they should use it and the advantages design / build provides to the client or owner. Leandra also provided insight on the creation and development of RFQ’s and RFP’s.
October
"Using Business Etiquette & Dining Skills to Improve Your Confidence, Impress Your Clients, and Outclass Your Competion"
Merrily Bjerkstrand, Ettiquette Consultant
Merrily helped us learn in a fun and informal way the skills needed to make a good, positive impression on clients and others. She presented a refresher course in business etiquette and dining skills that help increase confidence, authority, and give us that extra edge in the competitive world of business.
November
Mary Ann Sanger
Teacher and Business Consultant
If you’ve faced conflicts in your office, part of the problem could be trying to blend today’s Multigenerational Workforce. Discover the characteristics of Veterans, Boomers, Xers, and Nexters and the most effective ways to communicate with them.
December
Holiday Social- Riverfront Park Carrousel
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