October 11, 2007

SEMINARS

•Franchise and Business Ownership Expo Lunch Have lunch with local franchise companies, business owners and consultants. Come and see what franchises are expanding in Orange County and how to find the right one for you. 1 1:00 a.m. Oct 1 2, Dave & Buster’s, 7 1 Fortune Dr., Suite 960, Irvine. Admission: $ 1 9.95 Pre-registered. (949) 623-8327. . .

•"40 1k Rollover- How to create a lifetime of income" Seminar Workshop taught by Bradley Schmitt, Manager, Prudential Financial Irvine. RSVP to 949-440-5323. 3333 Michelson #820. Every Mon & Fri at 1 1:45 a.m. CA Lic.#0B44 1 99. Prudential Financial, 3333 Michelson Dr, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 440-5323. . .

•Changing jobs or retiring, know the facts on your rollover options Sponsored by Prudential of Irvine. 1 1:45 a.m. Oct 1 2, Prudential Financial, 3333 Michelson Dr, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 440-5323. . .

•Seminar Sponsored by Alliance Global Inc. Would you be interested in improving your credit score, reducing taxable income, and owning multiple properties along with preserving and protecting your assets. 1 0:00 a.m. Oct 1 3, 1 8022 Cowan Suite 1 80, Irvine. Admission: Free. (7 1 4) 396-865 1 Salvador Rubio. . .

•Finding and Investing in Foreclosures 1 2:00 p.m. Oct 1 5, UC Irvine Extension, Pereira Drive, West of East Peltason Drive, Irvine. Admission: $375. (949) 824-4661. . .

•UCI Extensions Webinar Series - Business Process Improvement Fifth Webinar in the series. 1 1:30 a.m. Oct 1 5, UC Irvine Extension, Pereira Drive, West of East Peltason Drive, Irvine. Admission: $300/series; $45/each webinar. (949) 824-6538. . .

•Changing jobs or retiring, know the facts on your rollover options Sponsored by Prudential. 1 1:45 a.m. Oct 1 5, Prudential Financial, 3333 Michelson Dr, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 440-5323. . .

•CREW-OC Presents The Creation of The Resort at Pelican Hill Discover what is taking place behind the swathed fences of Newport Coast’s Pelican Hill Golf Course, now closed as it undergoes a transformation into a world class resort. 1 1:30 a.m. Oct 1 6, The Pacific Club, 4 1 1 0 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. Admission: Before Oct. 1 1: $40 members, $55 non-members; After Oct. 1 1: $ 1 0 more. (949) 475-7600. . .

•Irvine Lunchtime Toastmasters Club Meeting Toastmasters offers a proven way to improve your communication skills. Participating in a fun and supportive Toastmasters group, you’ll become a better speaker and leader. 1 1:50 a.m. Oct 1 6, Villa Siena Club House,, 25 Palatine, Irvine. Admission: Free to visitors. (949) 874-2738. . .

•Orange County Supplier Showcase and Networking Reception 3:30 p.m. Oct 1 6, Hyatt Regency Irvine, 1 7900 Jamboree Road, Irvine. (858) 455-0300. . .

•Rollover Strategies for your 40 1 -k, 403-b and 457 Plans ING Financial Partners is presenting a free workshop to show you the successful strategies for handling your retirement nest egg. 5:30 p.m. Oct 1 6, 250 Goddard, Irvine, 250 Goddard, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 777-1 289. . .

•UFirst Financial Proprietary Software Tool Pay off a mortgage in 1/2 to 1/3 of the time saving you hundreds of thousands without refinancing. Math NOT Magic! James P.Cameron. 7:1 5 p.m. Oct 1 6, The Atrium Court Hotel, 1 8700 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 294 2947 RSVP. . .

•Free Seminar - Be Mortgage-Free In A Fraction Of The Time
Join United First Financial for our Free Weekly Seminars to learn how you can be Mortgage-Free in a fraction of the time. Call (888)409-7070 to RSVP. 7:30 p.m. Oct 1 6, Atrium Hotel, 1 8700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine. Admission: Free. . .

•LeTip Lunch of Irvine Free lunch at your first meeting. Bring 50 business cards! Call Leslie to make sure your business category is open. 1 1:20 a.m. Oct 1 7, Fox Sports Grill, 3 1 Fortune Dr., Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 55 1 -65 1 2. . .

•Tech Biz Connection A CIO Roundtable. 6:00 p.m. Oct 1 7, Knobbe, Martens, Olsen & Bear LLP, 2040 Main Street, Irvine. Admission: $30 advance; $40 walkup. (7 1 4) 389-3360. . .

•NAPM-OC Monthly Networking Dinner Meeting Purchasing Professionals Monthly Networking Dinner Meeting. 5:00 p.m. Oct 1 8, Irvine Hilton, 1 8800 MacArthur Boulevard, Irvine. Admission: $30/ non-members. (949) 399-4561. . .

•Irvine Chamber Business After Hours Enjoy a free networking opportunity with the Irvine Chamber of Commerce courtesy of Kaiser Permanente. Enjoy networking, great food, and great raffle prizes. 5:00 p.m. Oct 1 8, Kaiser Permanente, 6670 Alton Parkway, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 660-9 1 1 2. . .

•Irvine Chamber Networkers Become a Networker. Join the Irvine Chamber of Commerce for a unique, structured networking event that gives you the opportunity to introduce yourself to dozens of attendees. 1 1:30 a.m. Oct 24, Zmario, 1 89 1 2 Macarthur Blvd, Irvine. Admission: $25 registration plus $30 enrollment fee for first time attendees. 949-660-9 1 1 2 ext. 128. . .

•Tech Coast Venture Network Raising Money: Valuation 6:00 p.m. Oct 25, Knobbe, Martens, Olsen & Bear LLP, 2040 Main Street, Irvine. Admission: $45 in advance; $55 at the door. (7 1 4) 7 1 7-4090. . .

•Build and Maintain a Stable Workforce Learn five strategies to help you select the right employment candidates and entice them to stay. All your employment questions will be answered by a panel of experts. 7:30 a.m. Oct 26, OC Plaza, 2575 McCabe Way, Irvine. Admission: $40 Members/$60 Nonmembers. (949) 660-9 1 1 2. . .

•Emergency management: Training and exercises Class to take place during the fall season, at UCI Learning Center. 8:30 a.m. Oct 26, UCI Learning Center in Orange, 200 S Manchester Ave, Orange. Admission: $525. (949) 824-6538. . .

•2007 Winter Youth Job Fair The City of Irvine’s Youth Employment Services will host their 1 4TH Annual Winter Youth Job Fair. 9:00 a.m. Oct 27, Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Road, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 724-6740 x7. . .

•Hazardous Waste 1 0 1 - The Basics An introductory course designed for those who are new to the hazardous waste business or would like a refresher. Refreshments will be served. 9:00 a.m. Oct 30, Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine. Admission: Free. (7 1 4) 433-6243. . .

•Family Owned Business Awards The Eighth Annual Family Owned Business Awards Program and Luncheon, presented by the Orange County Business Journal & Cal State Fullerton’s Family Business Council. 1 1:45 a.m. Nov 1, Hyatt Regency Irvine, 1 7900 Jamboree Road, Irvine. Admission: $95. 949-833-8373, x209. . .

•Long Term Care Insurance Living a long time is more of a reality today. Learn how to plan for a long life without compromising you or your family’s financial goals- a vital topic for everyone. 6:00 p.m. Nov 1, Fox Sports Grill, 3 1 Fortune Dr., Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 450-9000. . .

•OC Flash Meeting OC Flash Adobe User Group meeting first Tuesday each month, at Traveland USA. 6:30 p.m. Nov 6, Traveland USA, 644 1 Burt Road, Irvine. Admission: $ 1 0 ($5 for students, free for OCMMA members). (7 1 4) 778-5336. . .

•Managed Futures Luncheon Seminar & Workshop Learn how you can make money in volatile market conditions. Come see what investment has been ranked by Barclays and ITR as the best riskadjusted investment 7 years running. 1 2:30 p.m. Nov 7, The Offices of CK Cooper & Co, 1 8300 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 477-9300. .