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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 ...

I wrote a news story about PG&E's sponsored "Supplier Diversity and Matchmaking Workshop" that was held at their San Francisco office recently. Click on http://globalnation.inquirer.net/region/americas/view/20090730-217903/Fil-Am-businesses-get-boost-from-CA-agencies for my complete story on Inquirer.net. I go in detail on how small businesses and businesses owned by minorities, women, and disabled veterans can gain access to contract opportunities with utility giants such as Comcast and AT&T through state certification. Listing on this major certification database is free but only 3,000 California businesses are in the directory which tells me that this valuable and reputable resource is largely unknown to small business owners. Basically its THE go to bible that these big companies first reach for when they need quality contractors. You may be thinking, what kind of services can I provide to PG&E? The electric/natural gas giant may not be your target market...

Professional Networking and Workshops This Week in San Francisco Bay Area. Bring those business cards, questions and ideas. RSVP through the links below. Check back for updates! SESSIONS MIXER . This is a pure social mashup event = geek + business+pixel. No lecturing. I’ve never heard of this type of event! Sounds like a playground for entrepreneurs with no rules as long as you can play well with others. http://mixer10-linkedin.eventbrite.com/ Why: Tables and booths for demos, business pitches and giveaways = heaven When: Tuesday, 7/28. 530pm-10pm Where: Financial District, San Francisco Mula: $15 BRINGING AUTHENTICITY BACK . Lecture by best-selling author and renowned marketing expert, Rohit Bhargava – different approach to marketing. http://www.svama.org/ Why: “Learn why authenticity is the new secret to effective marketing and how you can make your business...