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Crisis Marketing Webinar
Learn How to Rapidly Generate New Customers and Revenue Taken by Covid-19
Thursday, August 13 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Your company won’t survive the coronavirus if it’s perceived as opportunistic and icky. But you will thrive by being truly helpful.
As the coronavirus ravages the economy, your company needs fast, aggressive marketing strategies to find new customers, revenue, and cash. But you need to be sensitive to the times.
Your customers need you and your company more than ever!
Join Jeremy Miller — president of Sticky Branding and bestselling author — for a live webinar on Thursday, August 13 at 2:00 pm. Jeremy will show you how to adjust your business strategy and value proposition to find new customers and sources of revenue taken by Covid-19.
This webinar is presented by Huron County Economic Development.
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WSIB Health & Safety Excellence Program - Information Session
Wednesday, August 19 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am
The WSIB’s Health and Safety Excellence program will guide businesses on how to return to their operations safely, identify workplace hazards, and address risks associated with COVID-19, and help businesses emerge more resilient.
Here’s what the program has to offer:
• Guidance from a WSIB-approved provider
• Pandemic readiness materials, to help you meet the challenges of operating safely
• Reduce COVID-19 related hazards and foster a health and safety culture in your workplace
• Earn rebates on your premiums and save money by investing in your business's health and safety
• Recognition to show employees, customers, and investors your commitment to health and safety
• Flexibility to accommodate your business’s needs with customizable schedules
This webinar is presented by Huron County Economic Development.
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Please Note: Registrants of any Huron County Economic Development webinars will receive email reminders directly from Eventbrite that will include Zoom meeting information. If you have registered, please remember to check your junk mail for this email. |
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Ready to Re-Open Webinars
To have your business recognized for Ready to Re-Open Huron, sign up for one of these training sessions below:
- Thursday, August 6 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Monday, August 10 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Tuesday, August 11 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Monday, August 17 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Tuesday, August 18 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Monday, August 24 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Tuesday, August 25 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Monday, August 31| 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Please Note: Each webinar provides the same universal content (with the latest updates each time) as well as a Q&A session with industry experts. Businesses can join weekly for updated information if interested.
The Ready to Re-Open Huron program is meant to identify the businesses that are following industry best practices for operating in the “new normal” and that customers can feel safe when doing business with those who have taken the pledge.
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Huron County Economic Development has compiled a list of webinars on a variety of business topics that are hosted by our department as well as other organizations throughout Ontario and beyond.
We’re sharing this list with you so that you can continue to build your knowledge, skills and maintain your business.
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MARKETING
August 6, 2020 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away. In this webinar you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve received about the ShopHERE program. Presented by Digital Main Street. Learn more!
August 11, 2020 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This event will be geared specifically to beginners and will help you get more clients & customers by getting your website ranked on Google. It will cover three main topics: how to get more clients & customers, why it’s important to be on top of Google, where to even start, and ratings & review management. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
August 12, 2020 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This webinar will spur ideas to market your business both online and offline. Marketing is the lifeblood of a business. Having consistent marketing activity is essential to the success of your business. Be inspired and find new opportunities to market yourself. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
August 13, 2020 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away. In this webinar you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve received about the ShopHERE program. Presented by Digital Main Street. Learn more!
August 13, 2020 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Your company won’t survive the coronavirus if it’s perceived as opportunistic and icky. But you will thrive by being truly helpful. As the coronavirus ravages the economy, your company needs fast, aggressive marketing strategies to find new customers, revenue, and cash. But you need to be sensitive to the times. Your customers need you and your company more than ever!
Join Jeremy Miller — president of Sticky Branding and bestselling author — for a live webinar on Thursday, August 13 at 2:00 pm. Jeremy will show you how to adjust your business strategy and value proposition to find new customers and sources of revenue taken by Covid-19. Presented by Huron County Economic Development. Learn more!
August 19, 2020 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Animated video is pandemic proof. With no social distancing limitations, animated videos can be created to tell any story a business requires, all while driving bottom line business growth. Effective animation can help you build brand awareness, explain your products and services, or provide ongoing support for your customers. Draw interest to your business' products/services through animated video! Learn key strategies and tips to build an effective video. Hosted by the London Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 20, 2020 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away. In this webinar you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve received about the ShopHERE program. Presented by Digital Main Street. Learn more!
August 26, 2020 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am
This webinar will cover how to effectively use G Suite for your business, as well as the extensions and the applications involved including: Google Calendar; Google Drive; Google Maps; Google Docs & more! Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
August 26, 2020 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
We can’t think of a better time to hone up on your social media skills. This seminar will help you if you are brand new to Social Media. This seminar will help beginners gain valuable information about what social media platform is for you, how to plan you content effectively and some helpful tips and tricks on how to connect with your audience. Presented by Waterloo Region Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 26, 2020 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Having meetings online? Your image speaks volumes! Learn everything you want to know, need to know, and details you didn’t know you needed. Including aspects of your meeting space, personal presentation and technical details. Hosted by the London Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 27, 2020 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
ShopHERE powered by Google provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away. In this webinar you will get the answers to the top questions we’ve received about the ShopHERE program. Presented by Digital Main Street. Learn more!
August 28, 2020 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Email marketing is one of the most effective ways to reach and engage your audience. It's so important and in this session, we will discuss a plan for implementation and growth of your email marketing. We will look at different platforms, content ideas and sequencing of emails. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
August 31, 2020 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
In this session, award winning networker Jennifer Beale shares secrets and tips to finding potential clients at virtual business events and getting them to ask for a meeting with you. Her ideas will help you get clients right away. You will then be able to attend other virtual events and find clients and referral partners. Hosted by MBEC. Learn more!
September 2, 2020 | 9:30 am - 11:00 am
In this workshop, you will learn to about the steps necessary to build and enhance a website (whether by you or a professional) that works for your business and anchors your online marketing presence. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
September 16, 2020 | 8:00 am - 11:30 am
UP Sales Talk is a series of practical and candid speakers sharing their journey of growth and sales strategies used to excel. Receive tools, strategies, and ideas that you can apply to your sales strategy and make a difference right away - but most of all, BE INSPIRED to knock down doors and grow your business! Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
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BUSINESS SUPPORT & FUNDING
August 5, 2020 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The “Independent Retail Check In” was created out of the observation that there is an opportunity to provide support directly to independent retailers, leaders, and employees. This new series features a highly informative discussion and Q&A. Presented by City of Toronto Economic Development & Culture. Learn more!
August 11, 2020 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
This seminar will be presented by the Canada Revenue Agency Liaison Officer for owners of small businesses to help them understand their tax obligations and be better prepared for the tax reporting season. Presented by Waterloo Region Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 11, 2020 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Starting a business or restructuring your existing one? Discover the key elements of planning your business from start up to business growth. The Business Planning Guide Workshop is an interactive 2-hour webinar that will serve as guidance in developing a business plan. This includes market research, marketing and sales, operations and start-up costs, as well as financials. Presented by the London Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 13, 2020 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Canada Revenue Agency Info Session for sole proprietors and self-employed individuals will cover common tax errors, general bookkeeping concepts and how to use financial benchmarks for your respective industries. It will also provide a general overview of the tax treatments for: revenue and expenses, GST/HST, and payroll. Hosted by MBEC. Learn more!
August 13, 2020 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This is a time for companies to look ahead, to consider the improved and innovative offerings they can launch in the market now that will serve customer needs today as well as provide momentum into the future. By letting customers know they are important by keeping their interests first and foremost, companies can retain customer loyalty and trust. Presented by The Vetrina Group, City of Brampton. Learn more!
August 18, 2020 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
With a range of programs and services tailored to meet your needs, the London Small Business Centre can help you start and grow your business. Attend this free, 90-minute seminar for a full overview of programs and services, and key business start up information. Hosted by the London Small Business Centre. Learn more!
August 19, 2020 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The WSIB’s Health and Safety Excellence program will guide businesses on how to return to their operations safely, identify workplace hazards, and address risks associated with COVID-19, and help businesses emerge more resilient.
Here’s what the program has to offer:
• Guidance from a WSIB-approved provider
• Pandemic readiness materials, to help you meet the challenges of operating safely
• Reduce COVID-19 related hazards and foster a health and safety culture in your workplace
• Earn rebates on your premiums and save money by investing in your business's health and safety
• Recognition to show employees, customers, and investors your commitment to health and safety
• Flexibility to accommodate your business’s needs with customizable schedules
Presented by Huron County Economic Development. Learn more!
August 20, 2020 | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
The workshop will lead makers through an in-depth analysis which will identify sales drivers and revenue drains. In addition, it will describe how to apply the results to adjusting your strategy for the balance of the year, especially the all-important Christmas season. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
August 31, 2020 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
When you network, do you get a lot of clients? Or do you find most connections lead to exchange of info and not much else? In this session, award winning networker Jennifer Beale shares secrets and tips to finding potential clients at virtual business events, and getting them to ask for a meeting with you! Her ideas will help you get clients right away. You will then be able to attend other virtual events and find clients and referral partners. Presented by Mississauga Economic Development Office. Learn more!
September 22, 2020 | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
For artisans, it is extremely important to get your pricing right. If prices are too low, you don’t make enough money. If they are too high, people won’t buy. This workshop describes the pricing strategies that are fundamental for finding the best price for your work, and for maximizing your sales. Presented by BACD Durham. Learn more!
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BUSINESS SUPPORT
Planning for a pandemic is essential. Being informed and prepared will help minimize the impact in our daily lives. This course will help organizations understand the issues that need to be considered during pandemic, and the importance of being prepared. It emphasizes steps that workplaces can take to plan for employee absences, describes the elements of a business continuity plan, as well as actions that may help slow the spread of the virus and keep employees healthier. Presented by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. Learn more!
REM Web Solutions - While your customers are taking a break from visiting your physical store, let us help keep your business thriving through our easy, affordable eCommerce solutions. Presented by REM Web Solutions. Learn more!
Download this handbook for the most up-to-date information on federal and provincial announcements and relief measures. Presented by Restaurants Canada. Learn more!
The Canadian economy is gradually reopening after a shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You will need to plan how your business will restart, adapting your operations to meet demand, ensuring your supply chains and managing your financial circumstances. You will also need to put best practices in place to ensure the safety of your employees as they return to work. Join BDC Chief Economist Pierre Cléroux who will give an economic update and address the expected timeline for different sectors to recover, and BDC Advisory Services experts who will discuss how to address the new operational and financial challenges that businesses face. Presented by BDC. Learn more!
Tourism HR Canada, the not-for-profit behind Emerit Tourism Training are pleased to offer a variety of frontline, supervisory, and managerial online training modules free of charge. These modules can assist with ongoing training needs, as well as giving those whose jobs have been adversely affected by COVID-19 the opportunity to upskill or cross-train. Learn more!
Contact North has access to hundreds of training opportunities through LinkedIn Learning that you can access for FREE! If you are interested in accessing this training, contact Jeffery Scholl at [email protected] or 519-851-0284. Learn more!
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DIGITAL MARKETING
Shopify’s guide to help local store owners easily set-up online stores, while enabling curbside pickup for their customers. This should take you no more than 1 hour. This is for stores brand new to Shopify. Presented by Shopify. Learn more!
Shopify created this guide to help local store owners easily set-up online stores which enable local hand delivery to their local customers. This is for simple stores brand new to Shopify. Please take inspiration if you’re already up and running with Shopify. This should take you no more than 1 hour. Presented by Shopify. Learn more!
Google has launched a page dedicated to supporting businesses during COVID-19 including practical steps and free digital skills training. Presented by Google. Learn more!
It is a FREE educational training program, showing you how to choose and implement digital technologies and tools to grow and sustain your business. The program is built so that you can view at anytime and anywhere at your own pace and refer back to it when needed. With focuses from digital marketing to technologies for the foundation for your business, to showing you free and easy-to-use tools that you can implement right away, our training program is a self-learning tool that can enhance the way you do business. Presented by Digital Main Street. Learn more!
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County of Huron
Economic Development
54 West St. Goderich ON N7A 2K3
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