Community Futures Peace Liard is pleased to announce that the first South Peace B2B (Business to Business) Expo will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at the Encana Events Centre in Dawson Creek.

The Business Expo has been developed to reconnect our South Peace business operators with one another, (Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Pouce Coupe and surrounding area); to examine the potential of new opportunities that may be available by networking locally and to provide the opportunity for business operators to share their current business offering's with others.

FEATURED SPEAKER / Michael H. Shuman
The Business Expo will also feature a workshop by Michael H. Shuman, economist, author, attorney, entrepreneur and globally recognized expert on community economics. Shuman will focus his presentation on material from his most recent book, "The Local Economy Solution" How Innovative; Self-Financing "Pollinator" Enterprises can Grow Jobs and Prosperity".

Michael H. Shuman an economist, attorney, author, and entrepreneur, and a globally recognized expert on community economics will be providing tools and ideas on how businesses in the South Peace can assist each other in growing their businesses by supporting each other. 
 

Why is now the right time to attend a business expo?

There are many reasons why connecting and networking with our local business community is a valued proposition:

• An opportunity to share that your business model has changed and you have alternative offerings;
• An opportunity to reconnect with businesses with whom you have had prior relationships or alignment and generate new leads;
• Enhance your B2B (Business to Business) strategy;
• Participate in valuable discussion surrounding our northern economy;
• Have a front row seat to a workshop by one of North America’s leading economist and globally recognized expert on community economics.

Research illustrates that communities with a high density of local business have higher per capita job growth and higher per capita income growth. Other studies show that a strong local economy increases civic engagement, fosters social responsibility, improves public health, and facilitates environmental protection.

Hear from other businesses
Panel Discussions
You will hear from other businesses about what has been happening in the north that will bring inspiration and ideas on ways to move good ideas and initiatives forward in your business. You will also have an opportunity to make connections that will further your knowledge and potential profit line.

Information Kiosks
We also offer Information Kiosks for businesses who are sponsors or those who would like to market their business at the event in an enhanced manner. Information Kiosk
opportunities will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Contact: Sue Kenny, skenny@communityfutures.biz if you would like to be a sponsor or book a Kiosk.