EVENTS

In and around Delaware
April 1, 2008
2008 Business Plan Contest - Apr 1, 2008 5:00 PM  7:00 PM : Competition Awareness Event. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor.

April 2, 2008
Be Your Own Boss Awards Ceremony - Apr 2, 2008 5:30 PM  7:30 PM : Business Plans are due 3/7/08. This event will be held at the Dinner will be served. Student Activities Center, Main Campus, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

April 3, 2008
Turnaround Management Case Study Awards Luncheon - Apr 3, 2008 12:30 PM  2:00 PM : Submissions due: 3/20/08. This event will be held at the Diamond Club, Mitten Hall, Main Campus, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

April 4, 2008
Mid-Atlantic Diamond Ventures Early Spring Venture Forum - Our Early Spring Venture Forum also includes a special panel discussion on: Navigating Multiple Round Equity Investments. Contact madv@temple.edu

April 5, 2008
Business Plan Development Workshop - Apr 5, 2008 10:00 AM  12:00 PM : Developing a Business Plan Concept. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor.

April 9, 2008
3rd Annual Social Entrepreneurship Conference - Apr 9, 2008 8:30 AM  1:30 PM : This event will be held at the Student Activities Center, Main Campus, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

April 17, 2008
How to Position Your Small Business for the New Economy - Will your small business survive the New Economy? The New Economy is one that is knowledge based, entrepreneurial and global. This presentation by Ken Anderson, Director, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development, Delaware Economic Development Office (DEDO), will discuss just how the New Economy differs from the Old Economy, reveal how well Delaware as a State is transitioning to that New Economy, and recommend what Delaware small businesses should be doing NOW to take advantage of the challenges and opportunities the New Economy brings.

April 23, 2008
J&J Biotechnology Conference - Apr 23, 2008 12:00 AM  12:00 AM : Time and Loaction TBA.

April 24, 2008
Exclusive Networking Opportunity to meet Delaware's Women in Business - Join us on April 24th at the beautiful Dover Downs Hotel for this exclusive networking opportunity to meet Delaware's women in business. All are welcome.

April 25, 2008
President's Forum on Entrepreneurship: Entrepreneurship: The Engine of Innovation and Economic Growth - Conference Agenda will feature Michael Schwartz, Owner and CEO, Mike's Famous Harley-Davidson. A Panel Discussion featuring Matt O'Donnell, Ty Austin, Elizabeth Browning, Sam Calagione and Ernie Dianastasis and a Business Plan Competition. Keynote Address by Carol A. Ammon, Founder and Chairman of the Board, Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

April 26, 2008
Business Plan Workshop - Apr 26, 2008 10:00 AM  12:00 PM : Operational Plans, HR and Production Issues. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor. May

May 3, 2008
B-Plan Development Workshop - May 3, 2008 10:00 AM  12:00 PM : Risk, Legal Issues, and Putting It All Together A business isn't a business until you set it up legally. We'll discuss the various legal forms of business, and what they might mean to you down the road. We'll also talk about how you determine the risks you face, and what you need to do to make sure they don't ruin your business. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor.

May 7, 2008
Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Expo - May 7, 2008 12:00 AM  12:00 AM : Time and Loaction TBA.

May 12, 2008
Entrepreneurship Workshop - May 12, 2008 6:00 PM  8:30 PM : How to Recruit Top Talent. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor.

May 16, 2008
Mid Atlantic Diamond Ventures Spring Venture Forum - May 16, 2008 8:30 AM  1:30 PM : Location TBA.

May 19, 2008
There's No Business Like Small Business - Join the SBA, Delaware Community Development Corp., DelVal Business Finance Corp., and Mid-Atlantic Business Finance Co., as we honor Delaware's outstanding small business owners and advocates.

May 21, 2008
Bio Science Breakfast - May 21, 2008 7:30 AM  9:00 AM : A networking event bring together bioscience-focused individuals to foster collaboration and growth of the Delaware bioscience community. This event will be held at the Delaware Biotechnology Institute.

June 17-18, 2008
Early Stage East Venture Capital Conference - Early Stage East is moving to the Hotel DuPont in Wilmington, DE. This years event will feature VIP Golf Tournament and Private Invitation Only Reception. On June 18th up to 20 of the most exclusive businesses will be showcased at the Hotel DuPont. Your company is invited to apply to the Exclusive Venture Capital Showcase for promising young companies.

July 14, 2008
Startup! - Jul 14, 2008 9:00 AM  Jul 18, 2008 5:00 PM : StartUp Conferencem. This event will be held at the Laurence A. Baiada Center, 3225 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA Ground Floor.

July 16, 2008
Delaware Biotech Breakfast - 7:30 AM  9:00 AM : A networking event bring together bioscience-focused individuals to foster collaboration and growth of the Delaware bioscience community. This event will be held at the Delaware Biotechnology Institute.

September 17, 2008
Delaware Bioscience Breakfast - September - 7:30 AM  9:00 AM : A networking event bring together bioscience-focused individuals to foster collaboration and growth of the Delaware bioscience community. This event will be held at the Delaware Biotechnology Institute.

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