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January OWBN Meeting – Brand Performance Catalyst, Isabelle Mercier-Turcotte

Written by Dawn Test on 15 December 2019.

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An evening with brand performance catalyst, Isabelle Mercier- Turcotte from Leapzone

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Fun night of networking with Guest Speaker

ISABELLE MERCIER TURCOTTE

Co-Founder/CEO of LeapZone Strategies & Host of LeapTV.com

Isabelle Mercier-Turcotte is a 'no-nonsense' dynamo, born to catapult passionate entrepreneurs to build infectious and impactful brands, businesses and lives. As one of North America’s Top Small Business Influencers; best-selling author, TEDx Speaker and TV show host, Isabelle’s sole purpose is to empower FIVE Million Entrepreneurs to rock their businesses and lives into shape by creating a worldwide “My Life, My Biz, My Way” Movement.

https://leapzonestrategies.com/

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December OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 7 November 2019.

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Girls Night Out! OWBN Annual Holiday Party

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Come out for a fun night of team building (with a little wine thrown in) There will be great food, team building games, and music. We will also have a gift exchange game, so if you want to play please bring a $10 gift. There will be a Sleigh of Spirits table, so please bring a bottle of your favorite wine, spirit or beer, and one lucky table will win the whole thing! Bring a girlfriend and lets end our year Merry and Bright!

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November OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 22 August 2019.

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Effective Public Speaking with Matt Breedlove...plus great networking opportunites

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About Matt Breedlove

Matt Breedlove has been a resident of the Oceanside area since 1984. His Real Estate career began in 1993 and includes sales in Residential Homes, Condominiums, Lots & Acreages, Commercial Real Estate and Project Marketing. Matt is an award winning speaker with ToastMasters , a past member of the Oceanside Construction and Development Association & the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce and currently a Rotarian.

His passion is selling Real Estate and his enthusiasm comes through in his results. He has been awarded the Royal LePage Diamond Award, recognizing the top 3% of Realtors for Royal LePage Nationally, The Directors Platinum Award recognizing the top 5% of Realtors and The Award of Excellence and is now a Lifetime Member of The Award of Excellence. He is also a recipient of the prestigious Vancouver Island Real Estate Board REALTORS CARE award in 2013 which is among the highest honor the VIREB can bestow upon a member. These awards are presented to individuals who have a dedication to excellence, a profound influence on the quality of life in their communities and have a positive and direct influence on the professional image of Vancouver Island Realtors.

Motivation and inspiration are two words often heard when Matt Breedlove speaks. After surviving a near fatal brain aneurysm requiring 12 hours of intensive brain surgery, 3 months of rehabilitation and then a year later the death of his wife and mother of his 2 year old daughter, he went on to become a leader as a Real Estate Professional continually finishing in the top percentile for sales and service with Royal LePage since 1993. His enthusiasm and ability to motivate groups also led him to become an award winning speaker with Toastmasters International. His ability to inspire and motivate is a direct result of his adversity and overcoming obstacles in his life.

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October OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 21 August 2019.

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Prospecting to Grow your Sales

Many entrepreneurs struggle with the sales side of their business. They don’t want to feel phony or weird. Sharon-Rose McNeil absolutely loves sales and wants to help you grow your business. The first step in selling your products/services is to start prospecting.

I will show you how to

get started
organize your prospects for long term growth, and
reach your prospects.

Plus, I'll offer a few simple follow up strategies that will leave you inspired and ready to get started and grow your network right away.

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About Sharon-Rose McNeil

At the young age of 18, Sharon-Rose started selling vacuum cleaners door to door. For 6 years she supported her whole family. She became a top sales professional for Rexair. These early years set the foundation for a lifelong career in sales.

Sharon-Rose has worked for 18 years in the construction industry for one of North Americas largest building products manufacturer, winning many top sales awards. Sharon has been responsible for a territory selling over 12 million dollars in sales.

In 2018 She launched Honor Sales a sales training company. She felt there was a need for authentic sales training. She felt compelled to name her company Honor Sales as a tribute to her Metis heritage, in First Nations culture the eagle feather is a sign of honor, she felt called to honor her past while teaching others about the importance of working from a place of honor in their businesses. When Sharon-Rose is not working or creating sales training materials, she might be found hiking, boating, camping or running. Sharon-Rose and her husband Brian reside in Sidney BC with their doggy Russell the Beagle.

Sharon-Rose is also the proud mother of two children and two grandchildren.

Sharon-Rose McNeil, Owner & Sales Trainer
Honor Sales

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September OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 5 August 2019.

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September Meeting and AGM

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It’s the first meeting of the 2019-2020 year! And it's our Annual General Meeting (See the June notification about the AGM here as a PDF.)

The Oceanside Women's Business Network has existed for over 25 years. That is a testament to the many women who have participated as members over all those years.

Be sure to attend the September meeting to reconnect with other members and to vote in the next Board of Directors. And to help shape the next year, consider putting your name forward for a role on the Board.

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No Limits!

Written by Dawn Test on 3 June 2019.

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This event is sure to jump-start you and your goals for the fall season!

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Part 1: Discover your own mental toughness and winning mindset, as Leah shares her personal journeys of adventure and overcoming harrowing obstacles.Leah's stories are captivating and her message is quite powerful.

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Part 2: Discover strategies and an awareness mindset that will re-ignite your belief in your own power as Leah leads a Krav Maga* self-defense session. Dress appropriately for this 1-hour activity. (i.e. clothing and footwear you can move in)
* Suitable for all fitness levels.

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Light refreshments will be served.

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Tickets: $49

Purchase your ticket by September 7 be entered to win
a Cowichan Valley Gourmet Wine Tour
with
Always There Limousine Services
(a $600 value)

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With special thanks to our event sponsors

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June OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 14 May 2019.

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Under the Big Tent Summer Social!

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How time flies! It’s the last meeting of the year! C'mon out and connect before the summer break.

The notice of the postponement of the AGM portion of the June dinner meeting is available here as a PDF.

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May OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 26 March 2019.

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Power of the Inbox

Email marketing is and continues to be one of the most effective forms of digital marketing for a small business or organization. Robyn Quinn will cover the best practices and trends as well as how to design an email to get results!

About Robyn Quinn

President of Big Bang Communications and Chair of Island Women in Science and Technology (iWIST), Robyn is a dynamic communications professional with 20 years experience working in military, technology, government, not-for-profit, association and transportation sectors. She developed and delivered award winning public relations and marketing campaigns from coast to coast and is passionate about supporting the growth of women in leadership roles. Volunteer Victoria recognized her commitment to IWIST with a Leadership Award in 2018 presented by the Lt Governor.

A graduate of Royal Roads University (MA Professional Communications) Robyn is a long time accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS). She was CPRS National President 2004/05.

In 2013 and in 2015 Robyn was nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.

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April OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 24 March 2019.

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For over 20 years, OWBN has celebrated wise women with a special evening dedicated to special women in the Oceanside community -- women we are honoured to know and privileged to learn from.

Wise Woman Quotes

A wise woman wishes to be no one's enemy; a wise woman refuses to be anyone's victim. Maya Angelou

A wise woman recognizes when her life is out of balance and summons the courage to act to correct it, she knows the meaning of true generosity, happiness is the reward for a life lived in harmony, with a courage and grace. Suze Orman

I'm moving into that eldership age, you know? I'm at the 'wise woman' age where it's not about learning, but utilizing the information that I have in a way that serves other people. That's a high calling and it's a great responsibility. Iyanla Vanzant

Our Wise Women for 2019

Valerie Gunn

Born and educated in New Zealand, Dr. Valerie Gunn enjoyed a rewarding career as an optometrist for over 34 years when she immigrated to Canada. Her success in a male-dominated profession saw her as a business owner in practices in Vancouver and Vancouver Island.

The medical qualifications were different when she arrived here, so she upgraded her degree at the University of Houston, attaining a North American designation. That enabled her to purchase business partnerships, where she supported male counterparts, and over 25 mostly female staff.

Valerie and her husband of 42 years, lovingly raised a son. And, although she is now retired as a doctor, she is still learning and experiencing new things. She continues to be active as a volunteer, and is the current president of the Canadian Federation of University Women.

Joan LeMoine

Joan LeMoine is known locally as the Super Volunteer, tirelessly giving her time and talents to causes that have made Parksville a better place. Instrumental in driving the creation of the Parksville Beach Festival Society, she has served several years on the Board and 15 years as volunteer coordinator to help grow BeachFest to over 130K visitors each year, putting Parksville on the international map.

For the past 7 years, Joan has helped to raise over $40K for Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock. By getting pledges for shaving her head, along with others, they helped cancer-inflicted kids attend Camp Goodtimes, to help raise their spirits.

Joan has received numerous awards for her exceptional long-term service, acts of selflessness, and contributions to community life. They include the Medal of Good Citizenship from the BC Government in 2016, and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013. Parksville is a better place because of Joan LeMoine.

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March OWBN Meeting

Written by Dawn Test on 26 February 2019.

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Using Social Media to Market your Business – the Times They are a-Changin'!

Brenda Burch, President of Social Media is not Simple, will explore the latest developments with the leading social networks – Facebook and Instagram – and how they should collaborate. She'll also share her viewpoint on the future of social media.

About Brenda Burch

Brenda provides social media consulting services and recruitment services to the Cowichan Valley Business community including social media marketing, training, coaching, plan development and community management.

She takes pride in her Cowichan community network and provide her expertise across the Cowichan Valley and Vancouver Island.

Her lifelong professional strengths have been recruiting, training, marketing and new business development, primarily in the retail and hospitality industries. She has owned a retail recruitment search firm and launched Canada's first retail-focused job board. She continues to provide seasoned and focused recruitment services at the Senior Managerial to Executive level in Canada.

Brenda Burch, President

Social Media is not Simple

Website: www.socialmediaisnotsimple.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/socialmediaisnotsimple/