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March 2009 Velocity Member
and Triad Business Events |
Cathi Vogel, President
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Velocity Trade Exchange, LLC is committed to doing our part to keep the Triad Economy growing strong by supporting our members, as well as the overall Triad business community by informing our readers about significant happenings in the area. Our apologies for getting this out so late!
We’ve asked for ways you’re working together with other local businesses to prosper despite an economically challenging environment. Here’s another idea:
Strategic Alliances & “Heroism”: Find quality partners desiring to reach the same companies / industries that are on your hot list. Compare intelligence and resources and together develop an approach strategy based on the priorities and issues being experienced by the prospect. For example…
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Velocity Trade Exchange in Business Leader Magazine
- Have you seen our profile?
Click Here to learn more about Velocity Trade Exchange and how we got started. A prize of T$25 (trade dollars) will go to the first person who can e-mail us describing where the idea of Velocity came from - you do not have to be a VTE Member to win.
Bartering in the news... The Wall Street Journal
- “As small businesses find it impossible to borrow money and customers are slower to pay bills, the barter economy is becoming a crucial way for many companies to find the cash they need to keep operating.”
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to view the article Barter Fits the Bill for Strapped Firms.
VTE Members in the News:
Congratulations to these Velocity Members for the following milestones, awards, and recognition:
- “Audio & Light’s owner saw need for changes to get his business focused on the future…” Click Here
to read The Business Journal Article, “Show time,” covering the path of Jim Hoyle, former employee and current owner of a fascinating business.
Jan Allison, owner of Carolina On-Site Fleet Services, tells The Business Journal about her business journey, future vision, and her experience as a finalist in the 2008 “Make Mine a Million Business” contest (sponsored by Count Me In, a nonprofit group aimed at helping women grow their businesses). Click Here
to read the article, “Carolina Onsite owner has her eyes on the prize.”
Ryan Pitz, owner of New Call Solutions, shares insightful recession response strategies in an expert column in the Business Leader Magazine, Click Here
to read his article, “Recession Response Strategies.”
Amy Gilbert, owner of Sew4U and Refining Designs, tells Guilford Woman Magazine her story and shares her passion for making beautiful things through interior design services and custom alterations. To read "It's Sew You!,"br pick up the March edition at any of these convenient locations in Greensboro.
New Members: Since our last Newsletter, we'd like to welcome our most recent member additions. More exciting additions are in process, so stay tuned! Please visit our
Featured Members
page to learn more about a few of the Velocity Members' businesses.
Members interested in advertising on the VTE visitors' pages for 100% trade:
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to view package rates and information. Members wishing to have us include newsworthy announcements are welcome to
- we'll do our best to include as many as we are able.
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Spring forward in March! You’ve sprung your clocks forward, what about your business? Who says there’s not enough funding to effectively market your business when times are tight? Velocity Trade Exchange has numerous options to save your cash as you propel your business forward this spring - here are a few ideas:
Update your marketing plan and materials with
G4G Interactive,
JaBuie Designs,
Leapfrog Marketing, and
The Marketing Boutique.
Manage your printing needs and find promotional products that will help you stand out from your competition with
Greensboro Office Supply and
Piedmont Corporate Impressions.
Give your website more muscle and start making Google and the other search engines work for you with web consulting and SEO help from
Trinity Solutions.
Advertise!! Why advertise in a recession? 256%, that’s why!
Click Here for more information. Current VTE Advertising options include:
336Events.com / Triad Rewards,
AllOver Media ,
Gate City Lanes (lane monitors),
Say-No-to-Recession.com,
and
Velocity Trade Exchange .
Produce a dynamic and professional commercial or promotional video for your website with
SV2 Studios.
Test and measure your marketing / advertising efforts and your staff’s response with
New Call Solutions.
Update your sales / sales management skills with
The Brooks Group.
Tap into the various programs offered by
ActionCOACH and start working ON your business, not just IN your business.
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March 2009 Velocity Member Events for your Business:
Please check out these events and workshops offered by VTE members through the duration of March that may be helpful in growing your businesses effectively. Use trade dollars to build your business!
March 18, 2009 – Wednesday
- 5:30pm - 7:30pm
336Events.com – After Work Networking Event - Camana Peruvian and Latin Cuisine, 4517-A West Market St, Greensboro
– Casual networking opportunity that is located in new and interesting Greensboro and Winston Salem locations each month. Inexpensive and informal, these late afternoon/early evening events are ideal for meeting fellow professionals and establishing long lasting business relationships plus a great place to socialize with coworkers and friends. FREE.
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for details.
March 19, 2009 – Thursday
- 3:30pm
The Brooks Group – Using Assessments to Create a Superior Sales Force – The Sales Buzz, Powered by the Brooks Group – Featuring Trimetrix founder, Bill Bonnsetter
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for details.
March 20, 2009 – Friday
- 8:30am - 4:00pm
ActionCOACH - 90-Day Action Plan GrowthCLUB - O. Henry Hotel, 624 Green Valley Road, Greensboro - With this high energy, information packed day, you will leave with ideas and systems to implement immediately and have a strategic plan for 30, 60 and 90 Days out! Call Ross Cox for Details and Reservations at (336) 510-7262 or (336) 286-4905.
March 25, 2009 – Wednesday
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
336Events.com – After Work Networking Event - Childress Vineyards, 1000 Childress Vineyards Road, Lexington
– Casual networking opportunity that is located in new and interesting Greensboro and Winston Salem locations each month. Inexpensive and informal, these late afternoon/early evening events are ideal for meeting fellow professionals and establishing long-lasting business relationships plus a great place to socialize with coworkers and friends. FREE.
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for details.
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March 2009 VTE Member Events – Dining & Entertainment:
Please check out these dining and entertainment opportunities offered by VTE members for the duration of March. Use trade dollars to enhance your lifestyle!
March 12-28, 2009
– 7:00pm
Open Space Theatre – Flanagan’s Wake
– 4609 West Market St, Greensboro - Flanagan's Wake is the hilarious interactive Irish wake that has been running in Chicago for 13 years. Join the villagers of the beautiful fictional village of Grapplin, County Sligo, Ireland, as they tell tales, sing songs and mourn the passing of one of their own, Flanagan. You will be transported to the Emerald Isle to grieve as only the Irish can. You can share tales of your own experiences and misadventures with dear old Flanagan or simply enjoy the stories and songs of the locals as they recall life with "himself." Special St. Patrick’s Day Performance: Tuesday March 17 at 7:00 PM.
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for details.
March 17, 2009 - Tuesday
- 5:00pm
Solaris Restaurant - St. Patrick's Day Celebration – Solaris - 125 Summit Ave, Greensboro – drink specials and unique Irish fare - Progressive Bluegrass featuring Swamp Boat starts at 8PM. Call 378-0198 for reservations.
March 18, 2009 - Wednesday
- 6:30pm
Cupid.com – Pre-dating – WineStyles - 3326 West Friendly Ave Suite 141 – All single professionals ages 39-49.
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for details.
March 18, 2009 - Wednesday
- 8:30pm
Cupid.com – Pre-dating – WineStyles – 3326 West Friendly Ave Suite 141 – All single professionals ages 29-39.
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for details.
March 2009
Bistro Sofia – 3 Course prix fixe Special - 616 Dolley Madison Rd., Greensboro- Tuesday-Thursday 5-10pm $25.
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for details.
March 2009 - Tuesday's
– 7:00pm
Solaris - $4 Martini Tuesdays - Solaris: 125 Summit Ave, Greensboro.
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for details.
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March 2009 Triad Business Workshops & Networking Events:
Here are additional events available throughout the duration of March that you may have an interest in. Feel free to notify us of future events!
March 17, 2009 – Tuesday
– 4:30pm – 6:30 PM
High Point Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours - Elks Lodge, 700 Old Mill Rd, High Point - Join the High Point Chamber for their Spring Business After Hours. Networking opportunities and a chance to meet potential customers and catch up with old ones, in a relaxed and welcoming environment. FREE to High Point Chamber Members.
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March 18, 2009 – Wednesday
– 8:30am – 12:30 PM
Winston Chamber of Commerce - Small Business Roundtable Discussion -
WS Chamber Boardroom - 601 W. Fourth Street, Winston-Salem -
“Taking Care of Your Money” In difficult times such as these it is imperative that companies do all they can to preserve their capital, especially their cash position. Facilitated by Blair Abee of the SBTDC.
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March 18, 2009 – Wednesday
– 8:30am – 12:30 PM
Greensboro Chamber of Commerce - Small Business Summit -
Alumni-Foundation Event Center on the campus of NC A&T, Greensboro -
A “one-stop shopping” opportunity that brings together 50 small business service providers, including providers of loans, grants, and technical and educational services. There will also be four informative breakout sessions.
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March 19, 2009 – Thursday
– 8:30am – 10:30 AM
Greensboro Chamber of Commerce - Tech Thursday Series - Greensboro Chamber, 342 N. Elm Street, Greensboro - "E-Networking -- E-Connecting -- E-Sales: Creative Ways to Build Your Business" - Stay ahead of the crowd with the latest and most popular marketing trends on the Internet. Find out how to market your business through online social networking websites, blogs, videos and podcasts
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March 19, 2009 – Thursday
- 11:30am - 1:00pm
The Piedmont Club Small Business Roundtable - Piedmont Club - 200 W. Second St, 19th Floor, Winston Salem - How to get from “Who are you?” to “Please work with us!” Presented by Rick Amme, CEO of Amme & Associates. After a career in journalism, Rick started his Winston-Salem based crisis consulting / coaching business and now serves clients nationwide. In his typical shoot from the hip style, he will share a myriad of ideas about putting your business or your client on the map.
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March 19, 2009 – Thursday
– 5:00pm – 7:00 PM
Greensboro Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours - Gate City Billiards Club, 6004 Landmark Center Blvd, Greensboro - Grow your market share and build new relationships at this popular after-work networking event. Bring your entire staff and plenty of business cards and turn this extraordinary networking opportunity into revenue dollars. Registration required – FREE for Chamber members. For more information, please contact Janeen Matherly by E-mail or by calling (336) 387-8328.
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March 20, 2009 – Friday
- 8:00am - 9:30am
Professional Women's Network - Spring Business Showcase - Friendly Church of Christ
Community Room - 5101 W. Friendly Ave, Greensboro - PWN is a networking group focused on collectively helping women in business with resources and other support. At the Showcase, there will be business exhibitors, networking opportunities, presentations on a variety of business topics and refreshments provided by Carolina Coffee and Tea. Men are invited to participate too! A perfect way to end your week! For more information about the Business Showcase or PWN in general, please contact Ruth Spargo, 336-813-8327, Debbie Fuchs, 336-509-0743 or Sharon Kaiser, PWN President, 336-294-4153. Free event.
March 24, 2009 - Tuesday
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship - “How I Did It Series” - Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship, 2007 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro - The Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship hosts the “How I Did It” series one evening per month. This series presents a successful entrepreneur as they share the ups and downs and ways in which they went from entrepreneur to business owner. This month's event features Jeffrey Segal, founder of Medical Justice.
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March 26, 2009 - Thursday
- 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship - “Selling in Challenging Times” - Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship, 2007 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro - This free and informative seminar will start by discussing key indicators and trends in today’s market, and discussion will include three common sales mistakes to avoid and five essential skills for selling in challenging times. The event is hosted by the Nussbaum Center and presented by Paul Espinosa of the Brooks Group. For more information contact Cathy Daniels Lee at 336-379-5001.
March 31, 2009 – Tuesday
– 5:30pm – 7:30 pm
Alamance Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours — Burlington Manor, 3615 S. Mebane Street, Burlington – Join the Alamance Chamber for their March Business After Hours. Enjoy networking, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks. FREE.
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The Boys & Girls Club Needs your help! Can you help the Boys & Girls Club and market your business at the same time? Absolutely! The Boys & Girls Club's fundraising Gala is coming up soon and they're in need of donated items for auction. Having attendees competing over your product or service is not only an effective and inexpensive way to promote your business; it's helping a great cause.
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for more information.
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Cold Hard... Trade Dollars! Would you like to earn up to $75, good towards the products / services of numerous local vendors for 3-minutes of your time? Do you know a local business owner who is looking for creative ways to grow their business? VTE offers referral bonuses, payable in trade dollars for successful referrals. See below for a list of the top four industries currently in demand by our members.
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for program details.
- Direct Mail Service Providers
- Clothing Retailers
- Auto Detailers
- Dental and Vision Care Providers
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