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Business Owners Group
All business owners or operators welcome to learn from each other. Does your business run your life? Do you want more out of being an entrepreneur? Learn the real plan that gets you to work on your business, rather than working in it! See how small businesses do not fail, and not just survive, but grow BIG . . . That’s what you want, isn’t it? Breakfast sponsored by: Nettology 
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Charitable Fundraising
Raising funds for charitable causes can be a daunting task at the best of times. In addition to identifying potential funding sources, you need to make sure you are appropriately registered with the various state agencies and comply with applicable disclosure and tax rules. In short, there are many traps for the unwary. To help you avoid those traps, this presentation will discuss some of the most popular methods of fundraising, including corporate sponsorships and crowdfunding, and help you navigate the legal landscape to ensure that your organization stays compliant while reaching its fundraising goals. Breakfast sponsored by: Mike & Jen Morgan 
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Government Affairs
Join the Delaware County Government Affairs Committee for a special session as we hear from our newly elected state representative for the 168th Legislative District, Lisa A. Borowski. Breakfast sponsored by: Wanner & Associates 
Young Professionals
For the young and young at heart, join us in person to hear from a panel of successful young professionals sharing their insights and tips on sales. Breakfast sponsored by: Catholic Community Choir 
Attendees of the committee meetings will only be able to attend one of the 8 AM meetings - not all four!
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No one wants to think that someone they've hired is dishonest. The unfortunate reality, however, is that employee fraud is far more common than most businesses realize.
This is particularly true for companies with fewer than 100 employees, which lose nearly twice as much per scheme to occupational fraud as larger corporations, for a median loss of $200,000 — a potentially devastating amount for a small business, according to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Therefore, it is crucial to be alert to fraudulent activity and to catch it as early as possible. Because they have fewer resources, small businesses are more susceptible to and more likely to be victims of employee fraud. |
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1. Financial Strategies for Small Business Owners
Presented by Mike Brady, LPL Financial |
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With the passage of Secure Retirement 2.0 there are opportunities for small business owners to start and or enhance their retirement planning. We will cover those strategies briefly and touch on how they impact the sole proprietor and small business owner.
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2. Posting with Purpose: Leverage Social Media to Create Content Clients Care About
Presented by Meg Amis, River Avenue Digital |
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With all of the social media platforms available today, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to know where or how your time is best spent. If you’ve ever questioned what type of content you should share and in what form, you won’t want to miss this discussion. You’ll leave with an approach for developing relevant content ideas that will help you connect with your audience and build your brand.
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3. Energy Procurement, Efficiency Projects & Sustainability Planning
Presented by Jacqueline Gardner, Tomorrow's Utilities |
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Energy bills increasing? Want to learn more about renewable energy and sustainability? We will discuss best practices ensuring you have the most competitive rates on your electricity and gas supply as well as planning for efficiency projects and long-term sustainability. We can help you find the products that will work best for your business and discuss unique ways to finance while taking advantage of grants and rebates at the utility and state level as well as the Inflation Reduction Act. We offer every client a fully customized approach to reduce and manage costs while improving efficiency and simultaneously reducing their impact on the environment.
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4. Expanding through Franchising: Grow your business as a franchisor
Presented by Jarina Duffy, Saxton & Stump |
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Saxton & Stump’s franchise attorney Jarina Duffy will discuss how local businesses can expand their footprint using the franchise model. Franchising can help a business owner reach consumers in different markets, enhance brand recognition and goodwill, and create a succession plan for the owner. We will talk about the initial and long-term steps that need to be taken by a business owner in order to successfully create and run a franchise system using an existing business model.
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5. Building Defenses Against Fraud and Cybercrime
Presented by TD Bank |
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While the pandemic accelerated the digital economy for both individuals and businesses, cyber criminals exploited their vulnerabilities with highly sophisticated and pervasive fraud schemes. Experts in the cybersecurity industry have warned repeatedly that it's not a matter of "IF" but "WHEN" your business will be impacted. TD Bank will help you: broaden your awareness of rapidly evolving cyber threats and attack vectors, gain insights into building impactful defense "layers" and explore ways to protect against the human element of payment risk.
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Chamber Members: $300 • Non-Member: $450
Become an exhibitor and really showcase your business! What's included?
Customize your booth space to your liking! Offer sales, giveaways, games, samples or demos to showcase your business! Most importantly, share with your network that you'll be there - maybe with an offer they can't get anywhere else! |
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS. |
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