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SUMMARY:E-Commerce 101: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nEvent Description: \n\n\n\nJoin us online for an E-commerce webinar\, to help business owners with the basic concepts of setting up an online shop. We will go over the steps required before launching a store to assist with the basic foundations and necessary steps you need to start selling online. \n\n\n\nSpecifically what you will learn: \n\n\n\nWhat is E-Commerce\, what platforms are available\, and how to pick the right oneThe benefits of selling online\, and the importance of E-commerceHow E-Commerce works\, how & where to purchase\, pricing and starting off with the purchase of a domainHow inventory management is valuable to E-commerce\, the importance of Inventory management\, choosing the right solution\, and POS for both in-store and onlineOptimizing your site\, choosing the right themes (Free vs Paid vs Custom)\, overall content of website\, image optimization\, and SEO basicsWe will look at Security Payments and Shipping including what payment processing options to choose\, the various shipping options & costs and dig deeper into conversion toolsLook at the basics of driving traffic and boost sales using social media advertising
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/e-commerce-101/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Shopify Presents (Offline to Online): Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nEvent Description: \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Digital Main Street\, Shopify is pleased to bring you an educational session covering how to get started with an online business. The session will start at 11am EST\, and we have up to two hours for business coaching and advice. Bring any business problems or questions you want to discuss and we would be happy to help you navigate a path forward! \n\n\n\nThis session is geared towards helping businesses get set up to sell online for the first time. We’ll cover e-commerce basics like how to set up your store\, list your first products\, take payment\, and ship items to your customers! Bring any questions that you may have to the session and Tim will be happy to help you navigate the best path forward. \n\n\n\nFeel free to invite others to this event by forwarding them the event link. \n\n\n\nSpecifically what you will learn: \n\n\n\nHow to get started on ShopifyAnswers to burning questions regarding eCommerceHow Shopify can help your business transition from offline to online\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how you can easily get started on Shopify for your business today. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio \n\n\n\nTim Wang leads Shopify’s Toronto Community Engagement team. His team works with merchants in order to help them get set up and selling online\, easing the transition from brick ‘n’ mortar to a digitized storefront. Shopify’s goal is to help make entrepreneurship better\, for everyone. They work with people who are just thinking about becoming online merchants\, as well as established businesses on their platform in order to help them be more successful. \n\n\n\nPrior to leading Toronto’s community engagement efforts\, Tim spent two years at Shopify working with enterprise-level merchants\, on the Shopify Plus platform. Tim worked with clients to help grow their businesses\, engaging in coaching\, marketing strategy\, and business operations consulting.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/sopify-presents-offline-to-online-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200406T100000
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SUMMARY:Customer Engagement During COVID-19: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nEvent Description: \n\n\n\nMore than ever\, your small business needs to be engaging with customers virtually. In this workshop\, you will get practical tips and tricks to use social media\, email marketing\, and Google My Business platforms to create meaningful engagement with your customers and community. This in-depth and informative presentation will be given by our Digital Service Squad Members\, and is a unique opportunity to learn from them and participate in AMA (ask me anything) question and answer sessions. \n\n\n\nSpecifically what you will learn: \n\n\n\nHow to create a social media strategy and what tools to use to post consistentlyHow to create engaging content with Instagram’s built in features and third party toolsHow to create a social media strategy and increase engagement\, including resources and advanced tools.Why email marketing can be a powerful and cost-effective way to grow your businessHow to create an email marketing strategy\, build a list\, and upcycle your contentHow to serve your email list and send out engaging contentHow to use your Google My Business platform to get the most reach and rise above competitors in your fieldHow to use Google My Business’ messaging platformWhy you need to reply to all reviews\, and how to handle negative ones\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn how you can continue to engage with your customers during these times\, why it is more important than ever\, and tips for how you can connect with your audience in an easy and engaging way.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/customer-engagement-during-covid-19-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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SUMMARY:Website Building for Beginners: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nDescription:\n\n\n\nBuilding a website for your business can be a very complicated and frustrating experience if you’ve never attempted it before. There are lots of pitfalls and roadblocks you can avoid by attending this boot camp! Many first time builders have to bear the expense of completely rebuilding their website a second time\, after they learn the hard way. In this boot camp\, you’ll learn the easy way to do it right the first time and save money! We’ll teach you: \n\n\n\nHow to select a domain nameHow to choose hostingHow to choose a platform (WordPress or other)How to select a professional website designer\, or make the decision to attempt it yourselfWhat the key elements and structure of design and content areKey features for a secure websiteBasic SEO considerations in website design and content developmentWhy Google/Bing Analytics and Webmaster Tools are important to install on your new website\n\n\n\nYou will leave with a solid plan of how to start building your website. \n\n\n\nPresenter’s Bio \n\n\n\nPaul Stevens is the Vice President of iGo Sales and Marketing\, a company specializing in bringing the best and most cost-effective technology and marketing practices together through a combination of website design\, search engine marketing and search engine optimization. iGo Sales and Marketing is a Google Partner’s Agency. Paul Stevens has an extensive background in Marketing and Sales\, spanning over 20 years and more recently web design\, SEO and SEM. His solid background not only in traditional marketing but also in digital marketing allows Paul to help his clients bring together marketing and technology to make their marketing system drive sales. You can connect with Paul at https://igosalesandmarketing.com.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/website-building-for-beginners-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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SUMMARY:Facebook and Instagram Advertising on a Small Budget: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nWhether you have $0\, $50\, or $100 a month to spend on Facebook and Instagram\, you can still reach your target customers and clients. Discover some creative ways to do so in this beginner-level webinar.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow the Facebook and Instagram algorithms work\, so your content can cut through and be seen\, even without spending moneyHow to decide when to boost a post\, and how much to spendWhat your options are for advertising on Facebook and InstagramHow to target your ads to your ideal customer or client based on demographics\, geographic area\, and moreHow to create successful written copy and imagery for Facebook and Instagram ads\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a free online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/facebook-and-instagram-advertising-on-a-small-budget-online-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200408T103000
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SUMMARY:How to Market Your Business Through the Covid-19 Crisis: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How to Market Your Business Through the Covid-19 Crisis \n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n\nLocation: Free online webinar. Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nEnterprise Toronto hosting free webinars with tips to help small businesses stay in business \n\n\n\nThe world just changed rapidly\, leaving many uncertain of how they are going to survive the economic impact of Covid-19. Enterprise Toronto is hosting free webinars with Andrew Patricio of Bizlaunch on how the small business owner can manage their finances during this crisis. \n\n\n\nWith their doors closed\, budgets are tight or nonexistent and small businesses have to be nimble and move quickly to change the way they operate as quickly as possible. These Interactive webinars will cover valuable information such as how to update your financial forecasts\, how to tap into relief funding\, marketing\, how to create an online presence and the tips and tools to use. \n\n\n\nHow to Market Your Business Through the Covid-19 Crisis: \n\n\n\n• How to communicate with your customers.• How to update your marketing plan.• Social media strategies• Update your website
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-market-your-business-through-the-covid-19-crisis/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200408T120000
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UID:1518-1586340000-1586347200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Web Presence 101: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nEvent Description \n\n\n\nYour customers are on the web. Having a website and online presence strategy allows you to market your small business online. Your website is the backbone of your business\, supporting all of your digital marketing efforts. In this workshop we’ll discuss the importance of a website for your business success and what you need to know about getting started with a professional website for your business. \n\n\n\nSpecifically what you will learn: \n\n\n\nWhat is web presence and what platforms you can use to set up your websiteHow to create a professionally-designed website for your businessHow to optimize website content for the best possible search engine ranking (SEO)How your website can appear in local search directories such as Google My BusinessHow to create a Buyer PersonaThe fundamentals of responsive web designHow to develop a Brand GuideHow to create a content strategy for your website\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the foundation of Web Presence for businesses.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/web-presence-101-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200409T100000
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SUMMARY:Access to Professionals:  Legalities of Your Lease Virtual Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Legalities of your Lease with Paul Demarco from SimpsonWigle Law \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, April 9th at 9:00am – 10:00am \n\n\n\nSession Details: \n\n\n\nAgenda: 9:00am – 9:30am   Discussion around review of a lease\, opportunity to defer current rent for 6 months\, what to do if the landlord threatens eviction\, etc.  \n\n\n\n9:30am – 9:45amPaul to address pre-screened questions.9:45am – 9:55amGeneral discussion Q & A session. \n\n\n\n* Please submit all questions for review by 12:00pm (noon) on Wednesday\, April 8th to mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca \n\n\n\n– – – – – – – –  \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uJIqduuprj4u_dXCs-Y90kmgm-UxF60WMQ \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-legalities-of-your-lease-online-consultation/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
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UID:1683-1586887200-1586892600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Create a Business Plan That Gets Results: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nHow to Create a Business Plan That Gets Results hosted by Andrew Pacheco. \n\n\n\nGoToWebinar Link:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2654785524830741773
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-create-a-business-plan-that-gets-results-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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SUMMARY:How to Operate Remotely and Online Through the Covid-19 Crisis: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Free online webinar. Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nEnterprise Toronto hosting free webinars with tips to help small businesses stay in business \n\n\n\nThe world just changed rapidly\, leaving many uncertain of how they are going to survive the economic impact of Covid-19. Enterprise Toronto is hosting free webinars with Andrew Patricio of Bizlaunch on how the small business owner can manage their finances during this crisis. \n\n\n\nWith their doors closed\, budgets are tight or nonexistent and small businesses have to be nimble and move quickly to change the way they operate as quickly as possible. These Interactive webinars will cover valuable information such as how to update your financial forecasts\, how to tap into relief funding\, marketing\, how to create an online presence and the tips and tools to use. \n\n\n\nHow to Operate Remotely and Online Through the Covid-19 Crisis \n\n\n\n• How to plan your day• How to create an online presence• Best apps to allow you to keep working• The best tools to work online
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-operate-remotely-and-online-through-the-covid-19-crisis-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200409T132819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T132821Z
UID:1685-1587033000-1587038400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Managing your Mortgage and Credit During Covid-19: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere (free). \n\n\n\nManaging your Mortgage and Credit During COVID-19. \n\n\n\nFortune Funding and Meridian Topics covered in this session include: \n\n\n\nBusiness loan payment deferral programs offered by FIsThe new $40\,000 Government Guaranteed LoanPersonal Mortgage Payment Deferral programs offered by FIs (Pros and Cons)Financing whether purchasing or refinancing in this new climate. Variable or Fixed?What if I lose my job\, how are lenders handling this?Dropping Bank of Canada Interest Rates and their relationship to lending rates?\n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/vJEucOuoqTIuKnZ8v0MFmvXkLaUap56d0g
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/managing-your-mortgage-and-credit-during-covid-19-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
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SUMMARY:COVID-19: Get financing and support for your business: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Free online webinar. Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nWho should watch: \n\n\n\nIf you’re a Canadian company\, exporting or not\, whose business has been disrupted or decreased by the COVID-19 pandemic\, our webinar will show you the programs and assistance that can help you right now. \n\n\n\nRegardless of the size and scope of your business\, these are challenging times for Canadian companies. Export Development Canada (EDC)\, along with our partners and the federal government\, stand ready to support you.  \n\n\n\nOur capacity to help Canadian companies was expanded under the $65 billion federal government Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP). Plus\, the federal government recently empowered EDC to provide financial solutions to non-exporting companies. Other new assistance tools and programs are also being launched to help you protect your business.  \n\n\n\nIn our new webinar\, presented in English only\, COVID-19: Get financing and support for your business\, a panel of experts will provide guidelines on how you can access the financial relief and safeguards available to you. \n\n\n\nJoin us live on Thursday\, Apr. 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn about: \n\n\n\nThe assistance programs and resources available to your company through your financial institution\, the federal government\, and EDCHow to determine what assistance you qualify for\, how to apply\, and the timing you can expect How EDC is helping our customers with capital\, insurance and knowledge in our newly-expanded roleWhere to get information and who to contact \n\n\n\nThis webinar is brought to you in partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Export Development Canada.​
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/covid-19-get-financing-and-support-for-your-business-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200420T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200420T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200409T132118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T132120Z
UID:1684-1587391200-1587396600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Manage Your Finances and Cash Flow During this Covid-19 Crisis: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nHow to Manage Your Finances and Cash Flow During this Covid-19 Crisis presented by Andrew Pacheco. \n\n\n\nGoToWebinar Link:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8262066128112834062
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-manage-your-finances-and-cash-flow-during-this-covid-19-crisis-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200409T130636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T131154Z
UID:1682-1587463200-1587470400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Manage your Cash flow through COVID CRISIS: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nHow to Manage your Cash flow through COVID CRISIS presented by Andrew Pacheco. \n\n\n\nGoToWebinar Link:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6347459042985962253
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-manage-your-cash-flow-through-covid-crisis/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T175054Z
UID:1468-1587578400-1587583800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Small Business Websites 101: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need a big budget to get noticed on the web – you just need creativity! Savvy businesses are using bootstrap digital marketing techniques to amplify their message online. In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the tricks and tools needed to market your business effectively on a shoestring budget.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow to create a basic online marketing strategy and measurement plan that fits for your business size and goalsWhy email marketing can be a powerful and cost-effective way to grow your businessHow to get people to sign up for an email list while following best practices and the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)How to take advantage of influencer marketing\, affiliate marketing and other ways to generate word-of-mouthHow to advertise cost-effectively through Google ads\, Facebook ads and other ad networksWhat free or low-cost graphic design tools to use to create eye-catching online ads\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a free online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/small-business-websites-101-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200326T173948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T173949Z
UID:1469-1587664800-1587670200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:SEO Fundamentals: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nYou have a website\, but how do customers find it? You need to drive traffic to your website by making sure your business shows up on Google when customers search. This beginner workshop will teach you how to connect your business to customer searches on Google and how to optimize your website and digital presence for Google\, without costing you money.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nWhat Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is and how Google and other search engines workHow to successfully conduct keyword research so you can choose which keywords will attract the right website visitorsHow to write website content with Google in mind\, and how to leverage different types of content to generate the best search engine resultsHow listing and ranking websites can increase your SEO powerHow to use social media and links from other websites to improve your Google rankingHow to measure your SEO efforts to see what’s working and what’s not\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a FREE online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/seo-fundamentals-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200326T174219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T174221Z
UID:1470-1588075200-1588080600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Small Business Data Privacy and the Law: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nMost small businesses don’t have onsite IT departments\, but that doesn’t mean you’re off the hook when it comes to keeping your customer and client data secure. Discover how to do so effectively and safely in this beginner-level webinar.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow to prevent three of the biggest threats to data privacy (phishing\, data breaches\, and malware)How to get your whole team to practice digital hygiene so your office is safeWhat the data privacy and security laws are in Canada and the rest of the worldHow to create a privacy policy and a privacy plan to share with your team and your customersHow to make sure your digital marketing is permission-based\, and in compliance with the law\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a FREE online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/small-business-data-privacy-and-the-law-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200326T174455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T174600Z
UID:1471-1588183200-1588188600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Social Media for Small Business: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nSocial media can be a very powerful tool for business growth\, but first you need to know what it is and how it works. In this fun and interactive workshop\, we’ll look at the basics of today’s popular social media channels—including Facebook\, YouTube\, Twitter\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and Pinterest—and decide which are right for you. You’ll develop a social media plan that will drive business results without a big investment of time and energy.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow other small businesses have built their brands on each social media channel\, picking up tips and inspiration for your own social media activitiesWhat likes\, hashtags\, shares and retweets are\, and how and when to use themHow to determine the right content and tone for your business’s social media posts\, and the right time and frequency to post themHow to develop an editorial calendar\, with tips for scheduling and automationHow to analyze social media metrics and determine which ones to focus on for your business goals\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a FREE online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/social-media-for-small-business-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200326T175530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T175532Z
UID:1472-1588269600-1588275000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Online Advertising & Digital Marketing Budget: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online Webinar – Access from anywhere. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need a big budget to get noticed on the web – you just need creativity! Savvy businesses are using bootstrap digital marketing techniques to amplify their message online. In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the tricks and tools needed to market your business effectively on a shoestring budget.\n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow to create a basic online marketing strategy and measurement plan that fits for your business size and goalsWhy email marketing can be a powerful and cost-effective way to grow your businessHow to get people to sign up for an email list while following best practices and the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)How to take advantage of influencer marketing\, affiliate marketing and other ways to generate word-of-mouthHow to advertise cost-effectively through Google ads\, Facebook ads and other ad networksWhat free or low-cost graphic design tools to use to create eye-catching online ads\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a FREE online webinar for main street small businesses in Ontario. Participate online for free\, using your preferred device (laptop\, smartphone or tablet). All you need is a fast internet connection and free webinar software. Download details will be provided after registration.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/maximizing-your-online-advertising-digital-marketing-budget-online-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200504T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200428T203019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T203038Z
UID:1811-1588599000-1588604400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:10 Steps to Starting a Business (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\nMarket researchRegistering your businessBusiness planningLicensing and zoningHST and taxesFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n*** Pre-registration is required. Please register by visiting  https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/connect/ and use the online form. \n\n\n\nPlease be sure to include in the “Message” text box the name of the session you would like to attend (10 Steps to Starting a Business) as well as the date of the session you would like to attend. Once we receive your email and registration is completed\, a ZOOM link will be sent to you via email.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-15/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200428T140256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T140454Z
UID:1804-1588672800-1588676400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Marketing & Branding Chat with Jenn Hudder of Honeyflow Coaching (Online - Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Free Online Forum – Zoom Web Chat \n\n\n\nJoin us on May 5th for a live Zoom sessions with Jenn Hudder of Honeyflow Coaching. As a small business owner\, marketer\, and business coach\, Jenn is hosting an open forum for small business owners. Please bring your questions and items you’d like to bring to the session for discussion as we navigate the COVID-19 situation as well as look to “Business after COVID”. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, please visit https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/connect/ and send us a quick email expressing your interest. Once setup\, a Zoom video link will be emailed to your inbox.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/marketing-branding-chat-with-jenn-hudder-of-honeyflow-coaching/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200428T133806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T134620Z
UID:1800-1588683600-1588692600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Access to Professionals: Accounting (Online - Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Access to Professionals: Accounting (Online – Zoom Web Chat) \n\n\n\nHow to book your session: \n\n\n\nSessions are free\, booked in 30 minute intervals. \n\n\n\n*** Those wishing to participate MUST complete the attached form pertaining to details on their inquiry. Please download the form below\, complete in Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader\, save and email back to the Centre. \n\n\n\nPlease note the attached form is a fillable/editable PDF. If you have any difficulties with the attached form please email us directly at mail@hamiltonbusinesscentre.ca. \n\n\n\nOnce submitted\, your form will be reviewed and you will be contacted with available appointment times. \n\n\n\nForm Download: \n\n\n\nAtoP-Client-Form-2020Download
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/access-to-professionals-accounting-online/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200504T153527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T153529Z
UID:1833-1588687200-1588690800@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Make the Most of Your Virtual Meetings: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nAs rapid remote work disrupts our day-to-day operations\, it’s important to remember this isn’t the new normal. At the same time\, we have an opportunity to pick up some new tips and tricks that may extend beyond this state of emergency. \n\n\n\nDuring this 45-minute webinar Overlap’s experienced facilitators will help you level up your work processes to support more effective virtual collaboration. Topics include setting new communication norms\, running meetings people will actually enjoy\, and making the most of working from home.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/make-the-most-of-your-virtual-meetings-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073446
CREATED:20200504T153839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T153840Z
UID:1834-1588690800-1588694400@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Survival Toolkit: Agile Innovation: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nJoin Enbridge and JustWealth in our second webinar on shifting mindsets and adapting to rapid change to create value. \n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n\nWhat is agile innovation and why is it important? \n\n\n\nAgile Innovation is a mindset shift to adapt quickly to rapid change in a competitive environment. It is the profitable application of creativity and building breakthrough solutions in constant cycle of development\, learning\, and pivots. Agile organizations are intensely customer-focused\, and have flexible and faster approach to creating value and reducing time to market. \n\n\n\nIn RIC Centre’s Experts to Entrepreneurs speaker series we’ll connect you with seasoned business professionals who have tried and true models for success\, as well as experienced founders who have been in your position not so long ago. \n\n\n\nThis session will provide a practical framework for agile innovation which includes: \n\n\n\n• Creating value that customers want quickly• Profitable products/services for you to build and sell• Realize ROI\, increase revenue and reduce time to market• Leadership behaviours that are required to be successful \n\n\n\nYou’ll also hear from venture JustWealth who will share their story related to a positive perspective on the downturn in financial markets due to COVID-19. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bios: \n\n\n\nBiju Misra is the Director of Operations & Automation at Enbridge with over 15 years of hands-on experience in helping organizations drive and benefit from business transformation and operational excellence. He has worked in start-ups\, as well as\, mid to large sized organizations in the energy\, healthcare\, telecommunications\, government\, and retail industry. \n\n\n\nAndrew Kirkland is the president of JustWealth\, which is Canada’s most comprehensive online portfolio management platform. They are committed to providing honest\, smart and cost-effective wealth management solutions. \n\n\n\nHosted by: \n\n\n\nPaul Barter is a Management Consultant\, Business Professor\, Entrepreneur\, and Venture Investor. He is passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship and focuses on the intersection of technology\, business\, employment and society in our rapidly changing world.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/survival-toolkit-agile-innovation-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T154234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T154235Z
UID:1835-1588755600-1588759200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Taking Care of You and Your Business – Rigorously Prepare with RBC: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nRebecca Schoenhardt from Royal Bank of Canada will review the aid packages and offer tips on how you can improve your standing with financial institutions. \n\n\n\nWhat we know is that this will come to an end. This was manufactured\, not as a result of economic conditions. Financial institutions understand that clearly and can help\, but are looking for those who prepare and plan well. While it is difficult\, this is the time to forecast\, yes the unknown\, but you are entrepreneurs\, you’ve been here before\, its no picnic\, you just need to fight like you did in the first place. Get to understand where your financial institution is\, why they are like they are and what you can do to better your position. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by: Rebecca Schoenhardt CFA\, MBA l Vice President\, CFS Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge l Royal Bank of Canada \n\n\n\nPresented by: Cambridge Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/taking-care-of-you-and-your-business-rigorously-prepare-with-rbc-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T155021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T155023Z
UID:1837-1588759200-1588764600@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Uncover Your Website Secrets with Google Analytics: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nDescription \n\n\n\nYour website tells a powerful story about your business. Google Analytics is key to unlocking that story\, but you need to ask the right questions. \n\n\n\nThis beginner level seminar shows you where your real website story lies in Google Analytics.  For example\, your most valuable versus most popular pages and traffic sources.  We’ll briefly talk about proper installation methods and then get into reports reading and setup. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and be ready to have some fun! \n\n\n\nAfter the seminar\, you will be able to hear your website’s compelling story about your business. From there\, you will be making strategic decisions for your business that will make your story even better. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives \n\n\n\nBy the end of this seminar you will know: \n\n\n\nWhich reports help you the most;How to evaluate where your visitors are coming from; andHow to evaluate your website’s contribution to your business goals.\n\n\n\nInstructor \n\n\n\nDavid Bird is the Founder and Principal of Bird’s Eye Marketing\, an Ottawa firm that specializes in getting businesses found on Google. He has been managing Google Ads (formerly AdWords) accounts since 2012 and is a recognized digital advertising and promotion expert. \n\n\n\nDavid is certified with Google Ads with specializations in search\, display and mobile advertising. He also has a Certificate of Achievement in Web Analytics from the University of British Columbia and has completed coursework in E-Marketing with the Canadian Marketing Association. \n\n\n\nPresented by: Invest Ottawa.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/uncover-your-website-secrets-with-google-analytics-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T151015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T151201Z
UID:1832-1588773600-1588777200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Video To the Rescue: How to Use Video to Your Advantage In the Current Climate: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nJoin Mat King\, Video Production Manager at Vidyard\, to dive into the world of video and how it can make an impact on your business. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\nWhy video can be your silver bulletWhat goes into the production processThe easiest ways to get startedHow other small businesses are succeeding with video\n\n\n\nPresented by KW Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/video-to-the-rescue-how-to-use-video-to-your-advantage-in-the-current-climate/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T154649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T154650Z
UID:1836-1588773600-1588779000@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Intellectural Property Strategy for Software: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nDescription \n\n\n\nWhat is the right approach for the intellectual property (IP) of a software technology company? Where does IP fit in an anti-IP hacker culture? \n\n\n\nYour objective could be freedom to innovate and to build something great without being shut out by other market players\, or your objective could be to secure commercial exclusivity. In any case\, the IP generated by your company needs to be handled in a way that furthers the business objectives. \n\n\n\nJoin Jeff Leuschner\, of Smart & Biggar\, to learn about the IP toolkit – the collection of IP rights most applicable when evaluating the innovations of your software company\, and to learn about how different innovations can be matched to different IP rights to best further your company’s business objectives. \n\n\n\nAbout Jeff Leuschner \n\n\n\nJeff Leuschner has practiced in the area of Intellectual Property (IP) for over a decade\, with an emphasis on patents. When working with tech companies\, Jeff advises on where to focus patenting activity to best support the company’s business objectives\, especially in view of other options such as trade secret protection and defensive publication. His approach is quality over quantity. Not just a well drafted patent\, but one that will actually have commercial relevance. \n\n\n\nPrior to entering the IP profession\, Jeff pursued graduate studies in the field of electrical and computer engineering. \n\n\n\nAbout Smart & Biggar \n\n\n\nSmart & Biggar helps the world’s leading tech companies protect and leverage their IP\, and advises them on how to use IP Strategy to secure growth around the world. \n\n\n\nHeadquartered in Ottawa with a national presence\, Smart & Biggar has a consistent track record and reputation as the leaders for IP and tech law in Canada. \n\n\n\nPresented by: Invest Ottawa.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/intellectural-property-strategy-for-software-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T155354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T155355Z
UID:1838-1588773600-1588777200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Video To the Rescue: How to Use Video to Your Advantage: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nChances are video is already the medium preferred by your customers and it is becoming even more necessary in the current climate. Join Mat King\, Video Production Manager at Vidyard to dive into the world of video and how it can make an impact for your business.   \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\n• Why video can be your silver bullet • What goes into the production process • The easiest ways to get started • How other small businesses are succeeding with video
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/video-to-the-rescue-how-to-use-video-to-your-advantage-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200507T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200507T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T073447
CREATED:20200504T160819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T160820Z
UID:1841-1588813200-1588858200@investinhamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Marketing in a Time of Uncertainty: Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Online Webinar. \n\n\n\nMarketing in a Time of Uncertainty \n\n\n\nLearn how to create a business strategy for survival\, manage your team while building customer trust & loyalty\, develop a marketing plan to retain current customers\, and attract new ones. \n\n\n\n Presented by: Intrigue Media
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/marketing-in-a-time-of-uncertainty-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Hamilton Business Centre\, City Hall\, Main Floor\, 71 Main Street West\, 1st Floor City Hall\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Business Centre":MAILTO:hbc@hamilton.ca
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