Welcome to our December roundup of training and networking opportunities for creative professionals in our community. Don’t forget to sign up for our monthly Arts & Culture e-newsletter to get these opportunities delivered straight to your email inbox so you don’t miss a thing.
Looking to join a monthly, recurring networking group? Scroll to the bottom of this blog to learn about local groups and when they meet.
Do you have any great training or networking opportunities to share with us? Comment below, or send your suggestions to culture@brantford.ca. Please note that these lists are compiled at the beginning of the previous month, and curated specifically for creative industry professionals. This is not a comprehensive training list, but is rather a starting point for your own professional development.
TRAINING AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Lifescapes: A Memoir Writing Program
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Tuesday December 3, 2019 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Introduction to Digital Archiving
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Tuesday December 3, 2019 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
3D Certification Program
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Wednesday December 4, 2019 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Maintaining Respectful Workplaces
Hosted by Tourism and Economic Development Department, City of Brantford
When? Thursday December 5, 2019 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where? Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, 88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford
Fee? $15.00
Registration required? Yes
Creative Spaces Training Series: Capital Campaigns and Community Engagement
Hosted by ArtsBuild Ontario
When? Thursday December 5, 2019 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Where? Webinar (Online)
Fee? $25.00
Registration required? Yes
Workshop: Market Research
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where? Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre, 1 Market Square, Suite 201, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Workshop: How to Write a Business Plan
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 1:00am to 4:00pm
Where? Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre, 1 Market Square, Suite 201, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Workshop: Financial Forecasting
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday December 12, 2019 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where? Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre, 1 Market Square, Suite 201, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Workshop: Marketing and Sales
Hosted by Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre (BRC)
When? Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 1:00am to 4:00pm
Where? Brantford-Brant Business Resource Centre, 1 Market Square, Suite 201, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Annual Chamber Christmas Open House
Hosted by Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant
When? Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Where? Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant, 77 Charlotte Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Tuesday December 10, 2019 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Writers’ Support Circle
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Monday December 16, 2019 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
Lifescapes: A Memoir Writing Program
Hosted by Brantford Public Library
When? Tuesday December 17, 2019 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Where? Brantford Public Library, Main Branch, 173 Colborne Street, Brantford
Fee? Free
Registration required? Yes
LOCAL NETWORKING GROUPS
Brant Pros Networking Group
Brant Pros helps members increase revenue, build qualified relationships, and market their services through targeted networking. Become a member and help build strong and lasting relationships with other entrepreneurs and participate in a network of exchanges allowing you to increase your client base. These referrals and recommendations will help you grow your business – because together are stronger and grow faster!
- Meets every Tuesday from 12:00pm to 1:30pm
- Polish Hall, 154 Pearl Street (unless otherwise noted)
- For more information, contact info@brantpros.ca
Brant Business Builders
Brant Business Builders is a proven entity supercharging the growth of Brantford and area businesses through the practice of referral and testimonial generation. Working with members, you can develop significant business allies who can help you establish credibility. The dedication and support of members by members is at the heart of their mission to build business through quality relationships.
Brant Women Networking Group (BWNG)
Brant Women Networking Group is a progressive women’s organization that supports women in achieving business, financial and personal success. They offer innovative programs that provide opportunities for networking, connecting, mentoring and learning from and with each other.
Ladies Who Lead
Ladies Who Lead is a networking group of dynamic, professional women empowered through support, inspiration and mentoring, to promote success of women in business and their professions. They offer professional women the opportunity to provide one another with peer support and empowerment through networking opportunities and professional speakers.
Brant Toastmasters #2580
Brant Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
Save the Date: January Training and Networking Opportunities
Thursday January 9, 2020: Orientation: Starter Company Plus
Tuesday January 14, 2020: Workshop: Tax Seminar with the Canada Revenue Agency
Tuesday January 21, 2020: Workshop: How to Write a Business Plan
Tuesday January 21, 2020: Workshop: Market Research
Thursday January 23, 2020: Bell City Author Series – Alicia Elliot
Thursday January 23, 2020: Operational Planning Before, During and After a Capital Project
Monday January 27, 2020: Leadership Development Course
Tuesday January 28, 2020: Workshop: Marketing and Sales
Tuesday January 28, 2020: Workshop: Financial Forecasting