Believe it or not, Greater Cincinnati is an entrepreneurial community.  There are a number of great things going on involving start up and early stage ventures.  New initiatives, new programs, and new results are being enjoyed in the Tri-State.

Join us on Friday, March [...]]]> Cincinnati Entrepreneurial Ecosystem – What, Where, Who, & Why

Believe it or not, Greater Cincinnati is an entrepreneurial community.  There are a number of great things going on involving start up and early stage ventures.  New initiatives, new programs, and new results are being enjoyed in the Tri-State.

Join us on Friday, March 9 to hear Pat Longo, Director of the Hamilton County Business Center and Vice President of the Hamilton County Development Company.  His presentation takes a look at the ecosystem supporting the new and growing businesses that might just propel the job growth this region and the nation so desperately desires.  Please come with your questions and thoughts; and together we can make this a very interactive session.

When:
Friday, March 9, 2012

Where:
Montgomery Inn
9440 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Time:
11:30 am – networking
12:00 – 1:30 pm – lunch and presentation

Cost:
$25 for members who pre-register by credit card/$28 at the door by cash or check
$30 for non-members who pre-register by credit card/$33 at the door by cash or check

To pay at the door, call 513.385.8091 or email kathy@maccincinnati.org for a reservation.

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The problem with conflict is not that there is too much of it, but, perhaps surprisingly, that there is not enough of it.  In all human relationships, conflict inevitably arises and disagreements risk being avoided. The danger is that resentment builds. Disagreements first avoided and then confronted are often dealt with in damaging [...]]]> Conflict Resolution

The problem with conflict is not that there is too much of it, but, perhaps surprisingly, that there is not enough of it.  In all human relationships, conflict inevitably arises and disagreements risk being avoided. The danger is that resentment builds. Disagreements first avoided and then confronted are often dealt with in damaging ways.

How can we deal with conflict effectively and in a way that will enhance our relationships and improve the outcomes for ourselves, our colleagues, our clients and our families?  Conflict left unrecognized and unmanaged can otherwise sabotage our work and our relationships.

Our presenter, Maury White, Certified Family Law Specialist/Mediator is an experienced family law mediator and an Ohio State Bar Association certified family relations law specialist.  He has contributed a chapter to the new book, Understanding Collaborative Family Law: Leading Lawyers on Navigating the Collaborative Process, Working with Clients, and Analyzing the Latest Trends, published by Asptore Books.  He will discuss with us:

• The cost of conflict
• Mapping conflict relationships
• How we do what we do when we say the things we say
• Attribution theory, the drama triangle and the games people play
• How we sabotage ourselves in conflict

Join us for a short conversation about difficult conversations.

When:
Friday, May 11, 2012

Where:
Montgomery Inn
9440 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Time:
11:30 am – networking
12:00 – 1:30 pm – lunch and presentation

Cost:
$25 for members who pre-register by credit card/$28 at the door by cash or check
$30 for non-members who pre-register by credit card/$33 at the door by cash or check

To pay at the door, call 513.385.8091 or email kathy@maccincinnati.org for a reservation.

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Enjoy a fun day of golf at a beautiful course and enjoy a delicious dinner and tons of prizes afterwards. You can register for golf only ($90) or dinner only [...]]]> Join us on MONDAY, June 11 for our annual golf outing that will be held at the Blue Ash Golf Course starting at noon.

Enjoy a fun day of golf at a beautiful course and enjoy a delicious dinner and tons of prizes afterwards. You can register for golf only ($90) or dinner only ($30) as well as the full golf package ($110) that includes, golf, dinner and 2 drink tickets!

Please consider supporting the event with a hole or cart sponsor.

Go here for a registration/sponsor form.

Did You Know…More than half of retired social security recipients leave benefits unclaimed due to application oversights. Discover how to increase your benefits by attending the February 10 luncheon. Our presenters, Jim Blair, former Social Security Administrator and Marc Kiner CPA, both with Premier Social Security Consulting, [...]]]> Topic: Social Security – A Joint Lifetime Decision

Did You Know…More than half of retired social security recipients leave benefits unclaimed due to application oversights. Discover how to increase your benefits by attending the February 10 luncheon. Our presenters, Jim Blair, former Social Security Administrator and Marc Kiner CPA, both with Premier Social Security Consulting, will cover eligibility, how benefits are calculated, spousal benefits, divorce situations, children benefits and surviving spouse benefits. They will also discuss social security basics and advanced planning strategies and review the 10 things you should know before you file.

As continued cutbacks are made to the Social Security program, the government is providing less support to applicants. They have in essence mandated that all applicants research their own options prior to applying. Representatives in local Social Security offices are no longer allowed to offer case-specific advice…leaving many applicants at risk for making costly errors on their application.

Premier Social Security Consulting is dedicated to helping you get the most from your social security retirement benefits. They offer one-on-one consultant sessions that advise you on the best options available when it comes to your unique Social Security situation. They help their clients increase their benefits an average of $150 per month for individuals and $800 per month for married couples.

Former Social Security Administrator, Jim Blair is the lead consultant in our Social Security Benefits department. Mr. Blair has over 35 years experience in helping individuals manage their Social Security benefits, and taking claims for retirement, survivors, disability and health insurance. Most notably, he has also served as an Operations Supervisor and a District Manager for the Piqua, Ohio Social Security Office.

Marc Kiner has 25 years experience in public accounting. His primary areas of service are to privately held businesses and individuals. He consults with clients on a variety of complex tax and business issues. Marc obtained his Bachelors of Science degree in Accounting and Finance and a Masters Degree from the University of Cincinnati. He is licensed to practice as a CPA in the state of Ohio.

When:
Friday, February 10, 2012

Where:
Montgomery Inn
9440 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Time:
11:30 am – networking
12:00 – 1:30 pm – lunch and presentation

Cost:
$25 for members who pre-register by credit card/$28 at the door by cash or check
$30 for non-members who pre-register by credit card/$33 at the door by cash or check

To pay at the door, call 513.385.8091 or email kathy@maccincinnati.org for a reservation.

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Join us for the kick-off to our fall luncheon series on September 9  to hear Charley Cohon, the new CEO and President of MANA discuss his goals which include: every MANA member should get one good new [...]]]> Topic: One Good Line Opportunity Every Year for Every MANA Member
Presenter: Charles Cohon, CEO/President of MANA

Join us for the kick-off to our fall luncheon series on September 9  to hear Charley Cohon, the new CEO and President of MANA discuss his goals which include: every MANA member should get one good new line opportunity appropriate to his or her business every year from MANA tools like the RepFinder. Charley’s will share his plans to make that happen and invite MAC members’ input on how these plans can be refined and enhanced.

Charley Cohon is CEO and President of the Manufacturers’ Agents National Association. His book, “The Sales Force” was published by the Manufacturers’ Agents National Association in 2004 and is now available for free in Google Books.

Charley has been featured in “Selling Power Magazine,” “Sales & Marketing Management Magazine,” “Agency Sales,” and “CRM (Customer Relationship Management) Magazine.” His “Going Global To Achieve Growth” appears in Baylor University’s Dr. Jeff Tanner’s new textbook, “Sales Management: Shaping Future Leaders”. He earned an MBA with honors and with concentrations in strategic management and entrepreneurship from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and now serves on the Admissions Committee for that school.

When:
Friday, September 9, 2011

Where:
Montgomery Inn
9440 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Time:
11:30 am – networking
12:00 – 1:30 pm – lunch and presentation

Cost:
$25 for members who pre-register by credit card/$28 at the door by cash or check
$30 for non-members who pre-register by credit card/$33 at the door by cash or check

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Let’s face it – time is the new currency. In today’s business, it is critical that you determine the very best use of your time and expertise each day. Planning each day by purposely deciding what you will achieve will go a long way in not only feeling fulfilled, but [...]]]> WORK SMART, Not Hard! Workshop

Let’s face it – time is the new currency. In today’s business, it is critical that you determine the very best use of your time and expertise each day. Planning each day by purposely deciding what you will achieve will go a long way in not only feeling fulfilled, but in keeping you from simply being a hamster on the wheel. Using systems for follow up and organization can greatly increase your success and effectiveness. The WORK SMART, Not Hard! Workshop will truly change your life. You will learn synergistic tools that when used together will streamline your work, increase productivity and dramatically reduce stress so the level of what you can achieve is infinite.

The WORK SMART, Not Hard! Workshop is based on a book written by Jane Schulte, Chief Operating Officer of PRISM. She developed these tools years ago and has refined them throughout her career. Her motto is “Stop Struggling” and she says that there is a way to get all of your work done without being stressed.

Our presenter Kim Jehn is Marketing Strategist at PRISM. She has been teaching the WORK SMART tools all over Greater Cincinnati as well as in other U.S. cities for the past four years. She lives in Northern Kentucky and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky.  Kim spoke at a MAC luncheon meeting a couple of years ago to raving reviews.

A recent attendee commented: “Kim Jehn’s presentation was flawless and her enthusiasm for the Work Smart system quickly engaged the audience.”

The Workshop topics Kim will cover include:

• Job Burnout – Effective time management tools will reduce health risks
• WORK SMART, Not Hard – What does it mean to Work Smart?
• Change is Good – Learn to embrace change and use it to your advantage
• Do These Things Every Day – Learn about daily organizational habits to make each day successful
• The 180 Degree Principle – Set up your workspace so it works for you!
• The HOLD Stack – Use this system for keeping track of items you are waiting to complete
• The PEND System – Learn how to keep your mind and your desk free of clutter by using this daily system
• Touch Paper Once – Don’t create multiple tasks out of one- touch it once and put it in the right place
• Effective Delegating – Teach others for maximum productivity
• Meeting Planning – Make meetings a productive use of time
• Follow Up – See everything through to a conclusion
• Note Taking – Use the tools you have to not have to remember everything
• Email Communication – Do’s and Don’ts of professional correspondence
• Maintaining a clean Inbox – An email inbox should be empty – learn why!
• Conclusion

Kim will follow the workshop during the normal MAC Lunch with a presentation on using LinkedIN.

The workshop will be held at the Montgomery Inn located at 9440 Montgomery Road. The price for the workshop is $69 (normally $99). The luncheon meeting is $25 for members and $30 for non-members.

You have the option of attending the workshop only (9:00 am – 11:30 am), luncheon only (11:30 am – 1:30 pm) or both the workshop and luncheon. To register and pay by credit card, go here or email kathy@maccincinnati.org if you prefer to pay by check.

Presenter: Eric Zaluski, President at ProspectTrax in Lexington, Ky. ProspectTrax is an marketing automation firm that helps companies build intellegent real-time prospect databases to help increase sales in an organization.

Is your business utilizing 21st century technology to its fullest within the sales process?  [...]]]> Topic: Turning Yesterday’s Web Traffic into Today’s Customers

Presenter: Eric Zaluski, President at ProspectTrax in Lexington, Ky. ProspectTrax is an marketing automation firm that helps companies build intellegent real-time prospect databases to help increase sales in an organization.

Is your business utilizing 21st century technology to its fullest within the sales process?  Have you been able to definitively point to sales generated through new technologies/services available – such as a new website, search engine optimization (SEO), implementation of a customer relationship management system (CRM), etc.?  If your answer is no, or if you are unsure – then you are not alone.  Many companies have invested thousands of dollars implementing new technology: to find new sales leads; to streamline existing sales processes; or to keep customers informed.  However, oftentimes these companies are unable to conclusively justify whether the investment has paid off.

Maximizing new technologies can be very resource-intensive – with manpower and financing.  When moving your company marketing plan towards taking advantage of online tools, it is important to break the process into stages.  Eric Zaluski will identify a list encompassing six key focus areas.  Although this list does not include every form of marketing technology available, for most small/midsized companies it will be a nice starting point.

When:
Friday, November 11, 2011

Where:
Montgomery Inn
9440 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Time:
11:30 am – networking
12:00 – 1:30 pm – lunch and presentation

Cost:
$25 for members who pre-register by credit card/$28 at the door by cash or check
$30 for non-members who pre-register by credit card/$33 at the door by cash or check

To pay at the door, call 513.385.8091 or email kathy@maccincinnati.org for a reservation.

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