CCEDC-Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation

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Planning Your Business's Financial Future

Thursday, 19 August 2010 09:59

What path is your business financial future on?

Financial planning is not easy and it has become much more difficult because the economic environment has become much more unpredictable. Business owners need a comprehensive financing plan for the future in order for their business to succeed. With that in mind Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) has collaborated with the RAI Stone Group to host "Planning Your Business's Financial Future" workshop to be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 11:00am-1:00pm at the Camille's Sidewalk Café, 1120 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls.

Olga Rodrigues, Head of Operations for RAI Stone Group will be leading the attendees in the area of business planning for how to plan for growth and where to 'find the money' to achieve their goals within their financial statements. Rodrigues will take participants through 5 key economic indicators used to allocate resources, focus efforts on the areas with the highest return and improve cash flow and profitability. Attendees will walk away with financial insights that they can put into practice right away and use to drive their business forward. "Financial planning is the key to success," stated Charlie Walker, President/CEO of CCEDC. "Building a solid financial plan is the solution to achieving a business's goals and objectives for growth."

This and other CCEDC workshops are part of CCEDC' S Business Retention Program. This program helps retain business and encourages expansion of existing businesses. The program also places significant emphasis on creating a business environment for stable, successful companies.

The cost to attend this workshop is $15.00 which includes workshop materials and refreshments. Space is limited. To register online logon click here or contact Jerilyn Sahr, 715-723-7150 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Sales Workshop in Stanley

Tuesday, 31 August 2010 11:01

Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), The Growth Coach and Martino’s Restaurant have joined forces to offer “Getting Beyond the First NO in Sales” workshop to be held on Thursday, September 23, 2010, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Martino’s Restaurant, 965 Pine Street, Stanley, WI.

The process of business sales can be difficult, frustrating, and complicated; the key to getting past the first ‘no’ and back on track is contingent on the initial sales process. Therefore it is important to take the time necessary to properly develop these sales skills thoroughly. “Getting Beyond the First NO in Sales” workshop will cover issues associated with sales and give techniques and valuable information to increase sales and get past that first “NO”. Proper knowledge and information about winning sales tactics is essential for your success!

The workshop presenter, Jon Fields from the Growth coach will guide, train and provide hands-on assistance to the workshop attendees in the areas of strategic selling processes, relating to your customers, establishing a need for your products/services, searching for solutions to improve selling effectiveness to gain greater focus and leverage so you can work less, earn more, and enjoy richer lives. The Growth Coach is a business coaching company whose purpose is to help drive success and balance life for business leaders.

“There are many opportunities and strategies when working on improving your business sales and CCEDC is glad to have the opportunity to partner with the Growth Coach to share this information with area business leaders,” stated Charlie Walker, President and CEO of CCEDC.

The cost of this workshop is $15 per person and includes refreshments and materials. For more information regarding this and other CCEDC events contact Jerilyn This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (715) 723-7150.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE