Business Conference Sponsored by the University of Missouri Extension

I was elected to the University of Missouri Extension Council in Laclede County in 2007 - I am still amazed and I am still learning about all the services the Extension Council offers... Here is just one example of an event hosted by the University of Missouri Extension:  

2008 LAKE BUSINESS CONFERENCE
A "must attend" for all business owners, managers, supervisors and prospective entrepreneurs!

March 25, 2008 at Tan-Tar-A Resort, Osage Beach, Missouri

CONFERENCE AGENDA

7:45-8:15 A.M. Registration, Continental Breakfast & Visit Exhibit Area

8:15-8:30 A.M. Welcome & Opening Remarks

8:30-10:00 A.M. Session 1 (Select A, B or C)

• A) WEB STRATEGY & DESIGN - Having trouble getting started with your web site?

Does it seem like an unattainable task given all the "unknowns"? Secure information on the process

involved in developing an Internet presence - where to begin & how to maintain your site.

Presenter: Michael Wehrenberg, Wehrenberg Design Company, Springfield, MO

• B) LAYING THE GROUNDWORK FOR IMPROVED EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE - Setting expectations

whether for new or existing employees is critical to the success of your business. Secure the information

you need to communicate expectations regarding job responsibilities, organizational culture and teamwork.

Presenter: Dewey Thompson, Missouri Training Institute, Columbia, MO

• C) STARTING A BUSINESS: THE FIRST STEPS - Thinking about starting a business, but have no idea what

to do first? Gain insight into determining feasibility, legal structure, licensing requirements, etc.

Presenter: Chris Thompson, University of Missouri Extension, Jefferson City, MO

10:00-10:30 A.M. Break, Complimentary Refreshments & Visit Exhibit Area

10:30-Noon Session 2 (Select A, B or C)

• A) E-COMMERCE UNCOVERED - Learn how to make e-commerce a reality in your company.

Presenter: Michael Wehrenberg, Wehrenberg Design Company, Springfield, MO

• B) THE 10 BEST-KEPT SECRETS OF ADVERTISING - Limited advertising dollars available, yet almost

endless options to choose from - sound familiar? Gain insight on how to make smart advertising decisions

that lead to better advertising results.

Presenter: Tom Bradley, Bradley Marketing, Columbia, MO

• C) THE BASICS OF WRITING A BUSINESS PLAN - Gain insight into the importance of writing a business

plan, required content and tips for sharing that information with others.

Presenter: Jackie Rasmussen, University of Missouri Extension, Camdenton, MO

Noon Lunch (Cost included with registration fee)

12:45-1:45 P.M. Keynote Address- Shayne Mayes, Onshore Technology Services

1:45-2:00 P.M. Break, Complimentary Refreshments & Visit Exhibit Area

2:00-3:30 P.M. Session 3 (Select A, B or C)

• A) INTERNET MARKETING STRATEGIES - You will learn how to develop objectives, strategies, tactics and

measurable results for marketing your business on the worldwide web.

Presenter: Michael Wehrenberg, Wehrenberg Design Company, Springfield, MO

• B) UNDERSTANDING THE LAKE AREA MARKETPLACE - "Change" is a much used word in today's

business environment. Secure information on the latest demographic numbers & trends for the Lake Area

and discuss the potential implications of those trends on your business.

Presenter: Bill Elder, Office of Social & Economic Data Analysis, UMC, Columbia, MO

• C) SOURCES OF FINANCE: MYTHS vs REALITY - What financing options are really available to fund a

business start-up or expansion? Secure feedback from a panel of experts on loan evaluation criteria,

lending terminology and credit requirements used in making funding decisions.

Presenters: Brian Hayden, US Bank and Panel of Commercial Bankers

3:30-3:45 P.M. Closing Remarks

REGISTRATION FEE: Only $50/person (includes breakfast, breaks, lunch and all session materials)

SPACE IS LIMITED - REGISTER NOW!

Participant Registration

Sign me up for this year's conference! Call (573) 346-2644 for details!

Name/s: __________________________________________________________________________________

Business: _______________________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________ State: _____ Zip: _______

Phone: ____________________ Fax ______________________ E-Mail: ___________________________

Enclosed is my $ 50/person Registration Fee: $ _______ Payable to : University of Missouri Extension

Send to: University Of Missouri Extension, P.O. Box 1405, Camdenton, MO 65020 by March 20, 2008

To Register On-line go to: http://www.lakebusinessconference.com/

CONFERENCE SPONSORS:

University of Missouri Extension; the Lake Area, Camdenton Area, Eldon, and Lake West Chambers of

Commerce; SCORE; Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks; First National Bank

MEDIA SPONSORS:

KS-95, Lake Sun Publishing, KRMS, Benne Media, KCLQ-107.9, Vernon Publishing, KRCG TV, 101.9 The Wave,

Charter Communications, KSFX-OzarksFox & KOLR 10 TV, The Weekly Standard

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