The Calgary MarCom Synergy Group was formed to create an opportunity for marketing and communications professionals to network, share ideas, new technology and help each other grow professionally. We're focused on sharing knowledge between those who practice advertising, branding,  content creation and strategy, direct marketing, graphic design, online marketing, packaging, promotion, publicity, public relations, social media, sponsorship, sales promotion and website design. Even if you don't se …

Accessible digital media can be used by everyone, regardless of age, technology or ability. Join us for the Accessibility Forum! Developers, Designers, Marketers, & Owners • reach a massive market • with better design • and mobile-friendly user experience Sunday May 12, 2013 11.30 Demos & Nibbles 12-5 Speakers Forum Mount Royal University Register Now: AccessibilityCalgary.com & @A11yYYC Three world-class experts are stopping through for a half-day only. Learn how to tailor your digital med …

The purpose of this group is to get right into the marrow of current business issues, changing technology, and trends in managing/developing a growing business. If you are starting, running, or managing a business this meetup is for you! The majority of the topics will center on the internet, web technology, brand consistency, and marketing with social media. Topics will be presented in a seminar format with active discussion encouraged after the seminar. Participants will walk away from the sem …

Seminars and networking events designed to help Business Owners and Managers get the most out of the internet technology and maximize their e-business potential. This is non-technical information that will help you market your business online. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes - including the opportunity cost of doing nothing. Network and learn from other business owners or managers.

Nearly 100 years ago John Wanamaker proclaimed that "I know 1/2 of my advertising works, I just don't know which 1/2." With the explosion of social, mobile and customer generated media this statement is as accurate today as it's ever been. For marketers, CEOs, GMs and VPs of sales, the pace of change is accelerating faster than our pace of learning. At the same time, information and self-directed tools for learning are low cost and ubiquitous. The question then becomes how might we accelerate ou …

OUR Charter To be surrounded by people who take an active interest in your company's success. Who doesn't want to grow their business? What better way to do it than to learn with other successful and professional business owners. Our focus is on growing our business by being educated by true professionals. The topics we have planned will span a wide range of business topics including; sales, lead generation, marketing, social media marketing, online marketing and potentially many many more relev …

A Due-Diligence Network Connect and investigate business opportunities through your most valuable research asset, your peer network. Meet with interesting industry professionals in a casual pub setting. This event is more about networking with others in the industry than about selling to investors.  The aim of this event is to connect and foster new meaningful business relationships. Participate in the event chat: http://tweetchat.peerdiligence.com/ Attend As a Peer Member Whether you a …

This group of prosperity minded individuals is designed to bring together like minds for the purpose of co creating Financial Freedom through learning, sharing and growing as a group. Most people don't realize that becoming financially free is something that is rarely done by yourself. Creating wealth is a team sport and the quality of your network will often determine just how far you go. This group learns and earns together through sharing experiences (what works and what doesn't). We also tes …

We are a group that gets together to talk about new business and marketing strategies solutions to small and medium-sized companies. Strategies like social media are changing every day and this group was started to help get insight to the changing world of business and help each other to stay on top of the game. Calgary Business Solutions strives to provide the most innovative tools to allow you to do what you do best, serve your customers and run your businesses.

The Business Link is your first stop for information and services as you start and grow your small business in Alberta.  Whether you are a first-time entrepreneur, or looking for ways to enhance your current business practices, we are here to help you succeed!  At The Business Link , we offer information about everything from start-up, regulations, marketing, and financing/loan programs to e-business, exporting, importing, Aboriginal business, and government programs and services. Our MeetUp …

With over 145,000 members worldwide, BNI is the largest business networking and referral marketing organization in the world. Last year alone, BNI generated 6.9 million referrals resulting in $3.1 billion dollars' worth of business for its members. There are 12 Chapters in Southern Alberta and Rocky Mountain Thunder is one of the fastest growing in that last 6 months. Come and join us at the Blackfoot Inn every Thursday morning at 7:00am for lots of referrals, networking, business chat and just …

Do you get sweaty palms when you try to explain your business to someone new? At networking events do you want to curl up in a corner in a little ball and whimper like a kitten? Or do you run around handing out cards to anyone who will take one? Or do you collect as many cards as possible so you can run them through your card scanner and promptly forget who you actually talked with? If you answered YES to any of these questions then the Calgary Networking and Referral Business Training Forum is …

The Calgary Business Professionals Group or CBP, is about forging strong business relationships and strives to be a credible, inviting, fun business group in Calgary that serves for the benefit, support and resource of the Calgary business community. Why is The Calgary Business Professionals Group so special? The Calgary Business Professionals Group is one of the largest and longest running meetup groups and business networking clubs in Calgary. With over 1,300 members all Calgary business profe …

This group is for every business owner and sales person, who wants to Increase their sales. Sales is the most important part of every business. Here we will have the opportunity to discuss the specific skills to succeed, and ensure you are implementing a winning sales system to maximize time efficiency and PROFIT. If you are going to be in the game, why not play to win?! Looking forward to some major growth in the future with our members. “I learned this, at least, by my experiment: that if one …

Are you creating value for your customers and yourself? Are you focused on clear objectives? Have you learned and practiced the skills needed to be a success as a business person? Do you have the temperament? Do you know how to get business? Do you manage your time, tasks, and priorities effectively? Do ou keep up with the financial side of your business? Are you astute to the changing technologies? Are you prompt? Do you practice excellency in your business? Can you effectively communicate the …

Have you ever tried to live stream and event? How did it go? Would you like to know more techniques and tips for livestreaming? Tech nerds and political socialites unite to bring you interesting and informative conversations around independent broadcasting. No skills are required for you to participate in this group. Just bring your genuine desire to expand your understanding of internet broadcasting. From music to plays, conferences and discussions, it's all happening LIVE... right now!

Join other businesses in an idea generating, thought provoking way of showing the world what we are capable of and the impact that social media can have in our communities.  It’s impact that we all know Social Media can obtain, so we want to do a proof of concept for the non-profit world who are slow to adopt and hesitant to believe – let’s show Calgary local that social media not only has impact, but can make a difference.  We want to build a model and we want to document it.

Calgary Networking The Calgary Energy Services Meetup Group was created to allow professionals in Calgary in the Energy Services sector and those that service the industry to network with one another. The purpose of the Calgary Energy Services Meetup Group is to allow like minded professionals the ability to meet and network with one another and grow the industry as a whole. Who should join: Anyone who works in the energy services sector or anyone who services the energy services or energy indus …

DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF BUSINESS LEADERS FROM CALGARY IN THE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ARENA. IF YOU HAVE IDEAS AND DREAMS AND A CALLING ON YOUR HEART TO GO OUT AND CHANGE THE WORLD THEN YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE. NETWORK WITH OTHER LIKE MINDED YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS AND TAKE THE NEXT STEP INTO YOUR ABUNDANT FUTURE.

Business Social is a new, exciting Calgary-based social club, geared to busy career professionals. The goal of the group is to connect with other like minded people that have similar interests and get introduced to new circles of friends and networks. In order to foster relationship building among our members, we host a variety of unique Networking Mixer’s or Mix‘n Mingle’s. In addition to social events we will provide additional venues to meet and network with other professional. These might in …

Welcome to Goddesses in Business designed to take you to the next level of achievement and personal fulfillment in all areas of your life. Whether you are: * Just getting started and desire to accelerate reaching your income goals * An established business owner, looking to leverage your time and maximize your connections *Feel that you have stepped into a more masculine role in your life and are unsure of how to step into your true femininity and feel beautiful, loved and adored *Advanced in Bu …

You know how to tweet. You know what a Facebook Page is. You know all the different social media platforms and what they do. You're active in the Calgary social media community. You attend many of the social media events... but now what? What are the next steps beyond the foundational how-to sessions? nextstepYYC. nextstepYYC is a discussion group intended for established social media professionals in Calgary who are seeking a safe space to talk about online engagement and social media in more d …

Momentum Business Enthusiasts is a group where Calgary-based entrepreneurs can come together in a supportive community. Meet ups will include networking events, learning events and other such opportunities. Whether you are the owner of an established business or are just getting started, you will find a supportive environment geared to help you grow your business.

Calgary Business Women Network is for women entrepreneurs, executives, and business professionals who are looking for a different way to grow their business. This dynamic group will be meeting with a unique opportunity to use the power within the network to help move you and your business in a new positive direction. Chapter Directors Ilona Makar and Debbie Van Camp are excited to help women in business and female entrepreneurs build their businesses with unique tools and opportunities. CBWN has …

Great Public Spaces is activating Calgary’s public realm and reclaiming lost places. Come share your knowledge, experience or interests, pitch your ideas and work on projects together with others who are passionate about great place-making. Spawned of the CivicCamp Calgary collective - this self-organizing, volunteer-propelled group is ultimately an opportunity where anyone’s ideas can activate the membership. We want to make great things happen in our public spaces through program, projects, …

I have a background in holistic nutrition and make awesome, fresh, organic. mostly dairy free, yummy smoothies! I can be found making smoothies Sundays from March to October at Bridgeland Market (1104 1 Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta) . I would like to organize and ongoing meetup to hold smoothie-making sessions and give interested participants tips for healthier living and basic nutrition. The meetup will include handout that include all health tips and topics covered in our session, 2-3 healthy s …

This is a networking group for any business owner that is interested in growing their business through word-of-mouth and referrals. Come and join us for our weekly lunch meeting at the Danish Canadian Club (727 - 11 Ave SW) every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (cost is $30 -- cash or cheque). You will meet like-minded business people who are motivated to help you grow your business. BNI Integrity has been awarded the top BNI chapter in Southern Alberta for 2013 and we have a very dynamic grou …

Sprout Up is an event for forward-thinking Calgary area entrepreneurs to gather and mind-meld. A great chance for startups around the city to get friendly, discuss current trends, and network in a casual, open, and focused setting. Attendees will walk away with new insights, new friends and actionable ideas for their businesses. Sprout Up is made up of three main components: Innovation Demo – Pre-selected entrepreneurs share their innovative business ideas to the audience Guest Speaker - Fabulou …