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News Update - February 2012

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Networking Event: Belmont Business Sundowner

Welcome back to our 2012 Belmont Business Sundowners commencing on Wednesday 29th February 5pm - 7pm. Complimentary Entry. Nibbles sponsored by 150 East Bar & Restaurant, 150 Great Eastern Highway Ascot.  All Welcome, Free Entry - book online at www.belmontbec.com/events

BPW Business Incubator project being launched in New York

Providing ONLINE training and mentoring to develop the business skills and business growth potential of women in new or existing businesses, this project will also seek to create opportunities for women to access Fortune 500 corporations who have joined the ‘Global Platform for Action on Sourcing from Women Vendors’.  To register visit www.bpwbusinessincubator.com and complete registration and email to carol.hanlon@belmontbec.com

International Women’s Day, March 8

Join us for an action packed celebration of sharing stories, skills and talents with a huge range of interesting and inspiring speakers, artists, designers, fashion showcase village handicrafts and candle lighting ceremony celebrating women from around the globe. Book online or contact Kaitlyn at 9479 3777 

Small Businesses urged to prioritise trade payments

Australian businesses are increasingly neglecting their bills with the number of severely delinquent payments jumping 28% over the Christmas period, according to the recent Dun & Bradstreet Trade Payments Analysis.  During the December quarter last year, the number of bills left unpaid for 90 days or more grew 20% compared with 12 months ago. Attend the Debt Collection & Credit Management webinar and be more aware of your options to deal with it.

Happy New Business Year of the Dragon

If you are exporting or using China as a manufacturing base for your products, then you should be protecting your IP rights in China. IP Australia is responsible for administering registered IP rights in Australia only. In China, there are a number of agencies that are responsible for registering IP rights. The Chinese Trade Mark Office registers trade marks and the State Intellectual Property Office registers patents and designs. Find out more about protecting your IP in China or contact Clarisse.

Aboriginal Cross Cultural Awareness Training

Acquire practical tools to confidently manage and work with Indigenous people with a view to building sound working partnerships. Next Course Wednesday March 7th 2012. Phone: JobTrainWA 9351 2200 for further information. 

New IBIS report available:

IBISWorld has revealed the Top 5 Industries that are set to Fly and those expected to Fall in 2012, determined by changes in technology and the way Australians spend, read and learn.  Contact the Belmont BEC for a link to the 2012 report. Belmont BEC can also provide access to its clients to view the full IBISWORLD Industry Reports, great for your market research and industry analysis.  For more information email support@belmontbec.com

Public holidays

If you are sole trader or partnership you may be legally required to pay penalty rates to employees if you are trading on a public holiday. Call Wageline on 1300 655 266 to ensure you are paying correct rates, and to check entitlements for full time, part time and casual employees.

Are you connected to your clients properly?

Studies show that choosing an appropriate Communication carrier for your business will not only save you some bucks but can save you time and allow you to expand your market. How do you know you have the best solution for your Business growth? ANM are specialists in Mobile and internet communication for all types of services from small home offices to larger enterprises. ANM sell solutions, not products to their clients. If you are looking for a communication specialists that understands your business needs and can recommend the best solution for you, contact ANM now and quote: belmontbec

TCF Global & Belmont BEC Seminar –  UN CSW56 – New York, March 2

As part of the United Nations Commission Status Women (UNCSW) NGO events being ran in New York during Feb/March - TCF Global, Belmont BEC & BPW will be delivering seminar on - Empowering Women in Rural Communities through enterprise development and global fashion opportunities.  Designers wishing to link with women in developing countries for product development re embroidery, sewing, textiles & accessories please contact carol.hanlon@belmontbec.com

Corporate Golf Day, 28th February 2012

Corporate Day of Gold at the Burswood Park Golf Club and Evening of Live Entertainment for you and your partner, Tuesday 28th February. For further information email majorco@iinet.net.au

Just about everything a Retail Manager needs to know by John Stanley

This retail book is a wealth of information for every retail manager and store owner. Retailers can collect their complimentary copy of the book from 7 Fairbrother Street Belmont 6104 or can be posted within Australia for a $10 postage handling fee. Contact info@belmontbec.com for more information.

Send us your News

Members are welcome to forward job adverts, items for sale, events or information to be considered for our monthly newsletters. Contact us for more information.

Business Assistance

What's on?

Our Business Facilitators have once again prepared a whole range of support solutions to help you reach your business goals. If you are unsure of what is best suited for you, contact us at support@belmontbec.com

'Live' Webinars

Online Training from your office or home

03/02     Pricing, Costing & Cashflow

06/02     Marketing for Small Business

06/02     Business Planning Simplified

07/02     Marketing for Small Fashion Business

07/02     How to Brief your Website Developer

08/02     Blogging

09/02     Starting a Fashion Label

09/02     Avoiding Manufacturing Pitfalls

09/02     Linking with Retailers and Agents

13/02     How to Start a Small Business*

14/02     Creating an Online Shop

15/02     Social Media: LinkedIn/Twitter

16/02     Freight Logistics of Importing/Exporting

17/02     Keeping your Customers in Difficult Times

20/02     Protect your Business from Disaster

20/02     Writing a Tender or Grant Submission

21/02     SEO & Google Adwords

22/02     How to Start a Small Business*

22/02     Social Media: Facebook

23/02     How to Prepare a Business for Sale

23/02     Fair Work Regulations

27/02     Pricing, Costing & Cashflow

27/02     Building Online Customer Databases

28/02     Credit Management & Debt Collection

28/02     Importing & Exporting

29/02     Email Marketing Campaign

Webinars indicated with an asterisks (*) are complimentary to members of Friends of Belmont BEC.

For a full list of upcoming events in February visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777.

All Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage. For further information about upcoming webinars and networking events please contact Kaitlyn at info@belmontbec.com

Update your details

If you have moved or changed your phone/email contact details please remember to let us know. Email us at info@belmontbec.com or contact Kaitlyn at 9479 3777. 

OPPORTUNITIES

Position Available Belmont BEC/TCFWA – Reception, Administration, Website support

Do you have skills in administration, data management, website support, coordinating training workshops/events? Would you like to be involved with two exciting non-profit community organisations assisting small businesses? A background in small business and/or fashion industry an advantage. FULL TIME Please send your resume to carol.hanlon@belmontbec.com

The Cartier Women's Initiative Awards – Applications Now Open!

The Cartier Women's Initiative Awards are an international business plan competition designed to identify, support and encourage projects by female entrepreneurs. The application period closes March 13, 2012. To apply visit www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/how-to-apply 

Would you like a free website?

With your own website, you can help new and existing customers better understand what your business has to offer. As a partner of the Getting Aussie Business Online movement to help small businesses get online. Visit www.belmontbec.com/GABO and get started now! For further information contact Kaitlyn on 9479 3777.