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I wrote an Inquirer.net news story about the second annual BizTechDay conference and workshop held in Millbrae, CA a few weeks ago. I heard nothing but great and positive responses from attendees, speakers and exhibitors. I discovered the event when I attended a MeetUp Business Entrepreneur session in San Francisco last spring. I've been to many business networking events but this one was more interactive offering valuable press and social networking marketing opportunities for all attendees on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and the Meetup site. To add to the building excitement, esteemed guest panelists were lining up as late as two weeks before the event such Craig Newmark, Craiglist Founder followed by Kevin Rose, Digg Founder .

Last month’s BizTechDay (BTD) 2009 came and went but the dream team behind the business-technology entrepreneurial conference is not sitting on its laurels taking a breather. They’re already ramping up for next year’s event – a great idea while it’s still fresh in everyone’s mind. I attended the entire two days but felt like I had only scratched the service of their offerings. “Offerings” sounds like what someone is passes out like free samples or goodies. But that’s what it felt like. For two days they offered a chock full of accessible workshops and forums and I wanted to attend 90% of them but couldn’t. Well, I was kind of tied to the Inquirer.net booth, the online publishing company that I freelance my writing and project marketing services to. I had a full plate of four objectives which make it quite a challenge to keep track of the days’ events: Set up the booth and pitch Inquirer’s services, interview people for Inquirer.net story and for this blog, shoot video and photographs, ...

I attended the Women Web 2.0 - Startup Essentials http://www.women2.org/october-2009-startup-essentials/ last night, a three part series covering three core components of running a successful business: Product Development, Law, and Public Relations. I've received many of their LinkedIn Group invites and yesterday's course was my first time attending one of their events. It was refreshing to attend an all women group since the past couple of workshops and events that I attended comprised of men and women. Not there's anything wrong with that but the dynamics of an all women group fosters a more supportive, engaging and collaborative atmosphere. I must preface that men are also welcome to attend these events. Christina Pearson, Attorney for Pillsbury, Winthrop, Shaw & Pittman conducted the Legal Night workshop. She thoroughly covered various topics from the types of companies (Partnership, LLC, Corp) and funding to employee status and intellectual property. I won't b...

Are you going to BizTech Day 2009? If you're not, you should. It's THE place to be for budding, thriving and future entrepreneurs. More than 1200 are expected to attend the two day event. I'll be there! Regular admission price is $595 but get $200 off when you use my personal discount invite code DynaLopezVIP . It will be worth the investment! What: BizTechDay 2009 When: October 22, 2009, 9am - 10pm; October 23, 2009, 9am - 8:30pm Where: Hyatt Regency SFO, 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA 94010 Tickets: $595. Take $200 off with my discount. Offer expires 10/20 . Info: www.biztechday.com Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE Edith Yeung | 415-867-4203 | edith@biztechday.com Over 1000 Entrepreneurs join Tim Ferriss (4-Hour Workweek), Kevin Rose (Digg.com) and the Office of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to Learn How to Use Social Media to Fight Against the Economic Downturn. On October 22-23, 2009, more than 1000 small business owners and entrepreneurs are expected to att...

My head is still buzzing from my entrepreneurial networking trek across the bay yesterday. I attended the Union City - Hayward Chamber of Commerce Expo, the cities' first ever joint venture. My second stop was a Berkeley Meet Up - Entrepreneur Camp; Small Business Academy. It was my first time attending these events. Although I was tired, sweaty and hungry my from mini road trip, I left these events pumped for more. The Union City - Hayward Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, is a first ever partnership between the neighboring east bay cities. Mt. Rose Hospital provided the The Big White Tent which housed more than 200 exhibitors from the business, educational, non-profit, and green communities. Two companies that stood out for me is Gerry's Grill, a Filipino barbecue chain restaurant and a multimedia production company, dualstar.digital. I was impressed by the variety and quality of merchandise and 10 year run managed by only three employees. Union City's Gerr...

Ohhh, I've neglected my site for so long. After a brief a hi-cup, I'm back on track. But let's start with the fun stuff. We've had two nice weekends in row so why not enjoy some fun outdoor events. Mid 70's temps are rare and nice for San Francisco. Yes, please just walk away from the computer over the next two days. Try try try to refrain from checking your emails on your cell phone. So wazzz up? SAT 10/3 Food On Fillmore: Fillmore between Pine/California St. *** free *** Oktoberfest at Pier 48 Dancing in the Streets: 2nd/Market and Civic Center *** free * Blue Grass Festival at Golden Gate Park: Fri-Sun *** free *** SUN 10/4 Castro Street Festival - Sunday 10/4 *** free *** Sandcastles at Ocean Beach - *** free *** Give your eyes a computer screen break - slather on that sunscreen, exhale, and stroll through the city streets. Next week it's back to business. I'll post a list of workshops to attend that can help you and your business grow. Or at leas...

San Francisco mayor kicks off celebration of Fil-Am History Month - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos Shared via AddThis

Hmmm, it's 2:25 PST and I still can't access my email. Instead I get an error message. Three hours ago Google acknowledged the problem which apparently is a global issue. Oh-oh. http://www.informationweek.com/news/internet/google/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=219500837 Who else out there is griping? On Twitter, Facebook, SMS, etc.???

*** Update: I just added two networking events. Drink, nosh and share ideas! *** The following are more classes and seminars serving the San Francisco Bay Area that target small business owners, entrepreneurs or anyone thinking of making the leap, such as myself. Unlike the free or low cost seminars that I've previously posted, these require a fee. Please review links for more information. And let me know if you attend. I want to attend all of the workshops but can only fit one in my schedule. I'm curious about the turnout, the responses and if the classes were helpful. Mark your calendars: *** NEW EVENT*** Business Mixer with Latino Associations WHEN: August 27, 2009 6:00pm-8:30pm WHAT: Joint business mixer. Networking with Latino professionals. Call (415) 278-9611 for more information. WHERE: Roccapulco, 3140 Mission St, San Francisco MULA: $10 for San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce member s. $15 for non-members . *** NEW EVENT*** ...

I've discovered a slew of free and low cost training workshops, business resources and counseling services in the San Francisco Bay Area. The presenters or consultants are experienced professionals in a variety of fields. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - San Francisco Main Office http://www.sba.gov/localresources/district/ca/sf/index.html Main one stop information source in starting, funding and running a business. So far I've taken free classes in blogging and business registration. SCORE: Counselors to America’s Small Business www.sbatraining.eventbrite.com Part of the federally funded SBA. Free Business Counseling, Business Training Seminars and Online Assistance San Jose Entrepreneur Center www.ecenteronline.org Programs include Financing Programs, Technical Assistance, Training, and Procurement Assistance. Commonwealth Club - Main office in San Francisco www.commonwealthclub.org August month long forum series “For Richer, for Poorer: Surviving and Thriving in t...

The fate of mobile phones, secrets to startup success, starting a SF business and landing that Federal contract - pick the brains of industry experts as they share their words of wisdom, experience and advice this week. WHAT: The Next Big Thing in the Mobile World WHY: “ Industry experts will discuss the benefits and challenges facing companies as customers and businesses demand more content of higher quality and speed wherever they are and on any device.” – Commonwealth Club https://tickets.commonwealthclub.org/open.asp WHEN: 8/05/09, 7:00 pm - ? WHERE: Microsoft, Building 1, 1065 La Avenida, Mountain View MULA: $15 Commonwealth Club members, $25 non-members WHAT: Entrepreneurism: Begin with the End in Mind ...