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SUMMARY:Interviewing: Building Your Dream Team
DESCRIPTION:This Wise Women Wednesday we will be giving you guidance on how to build your dream team\, going over interviewing techniques and more!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nHiring the best candidates is a goal all employers share\, and one of the most critical steps to achieving that goal is the job interview. While there is much to be learned about the candidate through the hiring process\, interviewers must be cautious that they do not ask questions that could be considered illegal or discriminatory. This presentation provides basic guidance for interviewing techniques and how to select the best candidates to build your dream team. \n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nBrandy Polkinghorn graduated from St. Petersburg College with a bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Leadership and holds both the PHR and SHRM-CP professional certifications. Born and raised in Florida\, Brandy has worked in the Human Resources field for 19 years in a variety of industries and joined the Valley Bank team through the acquisition of USAmeriBank in 2018. Brandy is currently a Vice President\, HR Business Partner supporting over 100 managers in various business lines to help recruit\, align and sustain the talent Valley needs to succeed as an attractive and competitive employer. Brandy is a wife and mother of two young children\, and enjoys spending time with her family\, and attending sporting events or concerts in her personal time. \n  \n\n\n\nJanet Gwynn is a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist and has been with Valley National Bank for the last five years recruiting Retail and Corporate positions for Alabama\, Florida and New Jersey. \nShe has worked in the Human Resources field for thirty years specializing in payroll\, benefits\, employee relations\, and the last five years recruiting which is her true passion. \nShe is eight of nine children and is considered an “army brat”. She resided in Germany and South Korea in her early childhood. She’s been a St Petersburg resident for 52 years. She has a grown son who recently became engaged and resides in Virginia. She enjoys her weekends gardening\, refinishing furniture\, and catching up with family and friends. \n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/interviewing-building-your-dream-team/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Reach Customers Online with Google
DESCRIPTION:In this session you’ll learn how to:  \n• Create or claim your Business Profile on Google  \n• Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps  \n• Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers  \n• Create a free website using the info from your Business Profile  \nLet by Pamela Starr\, a professional trainer for Grow with Google\, this is a presentation all small business owners should attend.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/reach-customers-online-with-google/
CATEGORIES:Event,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T110000
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SUMMARY:Sales Training for Business Owners - Build your Sales Skills!
DESCRIPTION:Would you like your business to bring in more revenue? Would you like to become more valuable as an employee? This Sales Skills class is just the ticket. Learn to grow your revenue\, increase your average sale\, “Close the sale”\, and help an irate customer. Help customers choose your products and services. You will learn these skills and more.  \nThis class is taught by a business professional with many years of coaching and sales experience. Most of the sales knowledge passed on in this class applies regardless of your products or services.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/sales-training-for-business-owners-build-your-sales-skills/
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SUMMARY:Ideas to Start a Fashion Business Online
DESCRIPTION:Learn about ideas to launch a fashion business online such as an online boutique\, wholesale fashion products\, fashion styling and more! \nThinking about starting your own business? Do you love anything related to fashion? Join this webinar to learn more about various fashion business ideas that you can launch online. Perfect for entrepreneurs who make jewelry\, clothing or accessories. Excellent information for participants who want to open an online boutique and purchase brands wholesale to re-sell. – no sewing involved! Social media provides a wealth of small business opportunities in blogging\, Youtube channels\, podcasts\, selling through IG and FB. Maybe you’ve dreamed about becoming a virtual stylist for people or pets! \nWe will talk about what it takes to launch fashion business online such as an online boutique\, wholesale fashion products\, fashion styling\, Youtube Channel\, Etsy store\, Podcast\, Blogger and more! Dr. Szymanski brings over 15 years of experience as the Lead Fashion Merchandising Professor at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. She also had a brick-and-mortar boutique\, e-commerce platform and consulted with a variety of fashion entrepreneurs launch and manage their businesses online. \n\nSponsored by Hancock Whitney Bank\nHancock Whitney Bank combines a commitment to gracious hospitality with extensive expertise in all aspects of banking\, financial planning and wealth management to help make your dreams a reality. Helping your small business with expert guidance and a full range of financial solutions to achieve your goals and protect your business’s future. \n\nLearn more: https://www.hancockwhitney.com/
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/ideas-to-start-a-fashion-business-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210317T100000
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SUMMARY:Business Loans: What is the Best Loan to Apply for and How to Prepare?
DESCRIPTION:During this Wise Women Wednesday topic\, our experts will walk you through an overview of business loans and provide guidance on credit!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an entrepreneur and have questions about which type of loan to apply for? Thinking about starting a business but don’t know what banks to use for approval? This presentation will assist you in setting a plan and making some choices! \nSome topics include; \n• What are the different types of business loans available? \n• How to choose the best loan. \n• Where to go for loans. \n• Preparing to apply for business loans. \n• How do banks look at personal and business returns to determine credit worthiness? \n• As a business owner\, what is the best way to pay myself? \n• Ways to ensure I can qualify for a business loan. \n• How to establish credit \n• How personal credit works \n• How to increase your credit score\, what is a credit score and the different types of scores. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\nVeronica Suarez \nVeronica has 20 years of commercial credit experience. She started her career in St. Louis\, Missouri and moved to Florida just over 5 years ago. Veronica has worked for different size banks in a variety of positions mostly all related to credit. Her focus in the last 10 years has been creating and growing commercial credit departments and mentoring junior underwriters. Currently\, Veronica is a First Vice President and Credit Officer at Valley Bank. Veronica is a graduate of Lindenwood University in Missouri\, obtained her MBA at Webster University in Missouri and most recently completed a Valley Leadership program in association with the Wharton Leadership Program. \nVeronica is married to Hugo and they have two children\, a 12-year daughter Isabel and an 8-year old boy Victor. \n  \n\n\n\nAngelie H. Spurling \nAngelie has 20 years of commercial and small business banking experience. She’s held positions at a variety of financial institutions and is now a Senior Vice President and Commercial Banker at Valley Bank. Angelie is a graduate of the University of South Florida\, Florida School of Banking\, Stonier Graduate School of Banking and Wharton Leadership Program. She is also a member of The Boys and Girls Club of Tampa Bay Corporate Board\, University of Southern Florida Women’s Leadership Program and University of Southern Florida Alumni Association. \nAs a woman in business\, Angelie finds inspiration when she masters a challenge or overcomes a difficult situation. She loves taking on challenges that help her grow. She’s proud to help small business owners succeed and maximize business opportunities in the Tampa Bay community. \n  \nAngelie and her husband Craig live in South Tampa with their Yorkie named Salma. \n 
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/business-loans-what-is-the-best-loan-to-apply-for-and-how-to-prepare/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Mid-day Mindfulness Moment & Stretch
DESCRIPTION:Mid-day Mindfulness Moment & Stretch is a 30-minute gentle yoga practice that you can do right at your office desk and in your workday clothes. Danielle\, from Jai Dee Yoga & Wellness\, will lead you through breath work and gentle yoga poses that will allow you to connect to the body and mind in the present moment. Gentle stretches and movement will help release tension in the body and bring balance to the mind. You’ll return to the rest of your day feeling restored and ready for whatever comes next. No special props or clothes needed.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/mid-day-mindfulness-moment-stretch/
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship Empowerment for Women
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Women’s History Month\, we are excited to share with you some inspirational topics that will help empower you through your journey of entrepreneurship. Our roundtable presenters have in-depth experience helping entrepreneurs launch and grow successful businesses. Join us for topics that will encourage\, enlighten and uplift you through these challenging times. The topics will include: \n– Entrepreneurship Through Comedy – What Stand Up Comedy can teach you about the secrets of entrepreneurship –Dr. Kerry Szymanski \n– The Secrets of Emotional Intelligence –Kathleen Culhane \n– How to juggle Entreprenurship and Life –Binie Klein \n– Encouragement for Entrepreneurs\, –Althea Harris \n– Financial Literacy for Women\, Understanding the Numbers and Gaining the Knowledge –Debra Salas
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/1969/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Tampa Bay Women's Centre
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Tampa Bay Women’s Business Centre and all of the wonderful services that we offer to female entrepreneurs to launch and grow successful businesses. Attendees who live in Hillsborough\, Pinellas\, Pasco\, Manatee\, Polk and Hernando counties will receive a free one-hour coaching session.
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/introduction-to-the-tampa-bay-womens-centre/
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SUMMARY:Budgeting: Maintaining Your Financial Health
DESCRIPTION:During this Wise Women\, Wednesday learn how to budget while maintaining your financial health!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAs a woman currently in business or aspiring to be\, you may find that your personal finances take a backseat to your business. \nHowever\, the financial health of your business can be impacted if it’s not addressed in your personal life. Join us as we discuss personal finance—including tips on how to manage your bills\, prioritize saving over spending\, budgeting your personal cash flow\, and the bank accounts and products that can help you manage it all. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\n\nKathy Wright \nKathy Wright’s 42-year career in banking has included positions at Bank of America in the Premier Banking division\, USAmeribank as the Market Manager\, opening the 4th Street location\, and Valley Bank where her office is in the Top 5 across the Bank’s footprint. She served on the board of the Northeast Exchange Club of St. Petersburg for 11 years before becoming President in 2018. Kathy also has experience on the board of the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and served on the Executive Committee as Membership Chair. \n\n\n\nJennifer Lee \nJennifer Lee\, AIF®\, AWMA® is the founder of Modern-Wealth; a Sarasota based financial firm with a focus on helping individuals experiencing transition. Originally from Maryland\, Jennifer brought her over 26 years (44 years if you count going into the office with her father as a child) of expertise in the financial services industry to Florida. Jennifer has found that a relationship with an advisor is most critical at the intersections in life where emotions collide with financial events. \nShe enjoys facilitating her clients through challenges as they experience life’s upsets such as divorce\, the loss of a spouse\, or business to retirement transition. Whether you are experiencing divorce\, a business client expanding or selling your operation\, or a couple wanting to make sure they have provided for their family\, Modern-Wealth may be a good fit. Jennifer provides a fresh perspective to the financial planning process by digging deep to understand what drives her clients. \nAt Modern-Wealth\, they build long-lasting relationships. As part of their process\, they encourage clients to communicate their values to the most important people in their lives by writing a family love letter. This led her to write “Squeeze the Juice: Live With Purpose\, then Leave a Legacy.” This is Jennifer’s first book
URL:https://thecentre.org/event/budgeting-maintaining-your-financial-health/
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