October 18, 2007
SEMINARS
• Santa Ana Business Connection Networking Luncheon
Business leaders are invited to attend this great networking event. We invite you to enjoy food, fun and socializing. 1 1:30 a.m. Oct 1 9, Holiday Inn, 2726 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana. Admission: $20 RSVP by prior Tuesday, $30 late RSVP or walk-in. 7 1 4-54 1 -5353, ext.1 1 3. www. santaanachamber.com . .
• ’401k 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. 1 1:45 a.m. Oct 1 9, 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. 1 1:45 a.m. Oct 1 9, Prudential Financial, 3333 Michelson Dr, Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 440-5323. . .
• Conservative Investment Planning for Retirees
Discussion of investment strategies that aim to conserve principle, outpace inflation and minimize taxation. Presented by Gregory W. McCloskey, CFP. 1 0:00 a.m. Oct 20, Pacific Crest Financial, 4695 MacArthur Court, Suite 1 00, Newport Beach. Admission: Free. (949) 85 1 -4969. . .
• Seminar Sponsored by Alliance Global Inc.
Would you be interested in improving your credit score, reducing taxable income, and owning multiple properties whilt preserving and protecting your assets? 1 0:00 a.m. Oct 20, Alliance Global Inc., 1 8022 Cowan Suite 1 80, Irvine. Admission: Free. (7 1 4) 396-865 1 Salvador Rubio. . .
• Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament
Irvine Play-N-Trade is holding our second Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament on the Gamecube. $50 store credit to the winner! $25 store credit for second place; a T-shirt for third. 1 p.m. Oct 20, Play-N-Trade, 5405 Alton Pkwy, Irvine. Admission: $5. 949-653-PLAY . . www.IrvinePlayNTrade.com
• Jupiter
Jupiter formed in late 2004 when brothers, Jordan, Aaron and Evan Doverspike approached long time friend Ken Rapp to sing for their band. 7:00 p.m. Oct 20, The District At Tustin Legacy, Jamboree Road & Barranca Parkway, Tustin. Admission: Free. www. thedistricttl.com . .
• investClub for Women investClub for Women a real estate club in Orange County. Women can get educated, make connections and find new opportunities in real estate. 6:30 p.m. Oct 22, South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, 9 Truman, Irvine. Admission: $25. (7 1 4) 265-7676. www.WomensInvestCLUB.com . .
• OCVG Breakfast: Got Buzz? How to build your company with guerrilla marketing
Ever wondered how some emerging companies become media darlings while others make great product strides but go unnoticed? 7:00 a.m. Oct 23, Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa. Admission: Members: No cost; non-members $45 before 5 p.m. Oct. 1 9 or $55 at the door. (888) 965-6284. www.ocvg.com . .
• Vistage Interactive Executive Forum
Chief executives from small to mid-sized business can meet for two Vistage sessions to learn tips from Bob Prosen on how to bring your business from good to great. 8:00 a.m. Oct 23, Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa. Free. (858) 523-6843. www.vistage.com/specialevents . .
• Privacy Protection Forum The Santa Ana Chamber is hosting an informative workshop on the critical issue of identity theft. Businesses are invited to attend the workshop and hear presentations. 9:00 a.m. Oct 23, Doubletree Hotel, 20 1 E. MacArthur Blvd., Santa Ana. Admission: $75/ chamber members, $99/non-members. 7 1 4-54 1 -5353, ext.1 1 4. www.santaanachamber. com . .
• 401(k) and IRA Rollover Options Discussion of the many Investment Vehicles suitable for 40 1(k) and IRA Rollovers. Presented by Gregory W. McCloskey, CFP. 1 0:00 a.m. Oct 23, Pacific Crest Financial, 4695 MacArthur Court, Suite 1 00, Newport Beach. Admission: Free. (949) 85 1 -4969. . .
• 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 23, Villa Siena Club House, 25 Palatine, Irvine. Free to visitors. (949) 874-2738. iltm.trinster.com . .
• Association for Strategic Planning: Get Your Management Team on the Same Page ... Literally
Debbi Anders, Dir. Strategy Practice, Quantum Leaders Inc. Learn how to translate the results of your analyses into a simple and actionable document. 6:00 p.m. Oct 23, Holiday Inn, 3 1 3 1 Bristol St., Costa Mesa. Members $45/ nonmembers $55 in advance; members $55/ non-members $65 at the door; free parking. (877) 8 1 6-2080.
www.strategyplus.org/chapters/ OrangeCounty.php . .
• 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 23, The Atrium Court Hotel, 1 8700 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine. Free. (949) 294 2947 RSVP. www.U1stFinancial. Net/JPC . .
• Free Seminar - Be Mortgage-Free in a Fraction of the Time
Join United First Financial for our free weekly seminars to learn how to be mortgage-free in a fraction of the time. RSVP: (888) 409-7070. 7:30 p.m. Oct 23, Atrium Hotel, 1 8700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine. (888) 409-7070. www.occapital. com/free-financial-seminar . .
• LeTip Lunch of Irvine
Free lunch at your first meeting. Bring 50 business cards! Call Leslie to make sure your business category is open. (949) 55 1 -65 1 2. 1 1:20 a.m. Oct 24, Fox Sports Grill, 3 1 Fortune Dr., Irvine. Admission: Free. (949) 55 1 -65 1 2. www.IrvineLetip.com . .
• 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 people. 1 1:30 a.m. Oct 24, Zmario, 1 89 1 2 Macarthur Blvd, Irvine. Admission: $25 registration plus $30 enrollment fee for firsttime attendees. 949-660-9 1 1 2 ext. 128. . .
• Living Trusts, Wills and Estate Planning
Discussion of estate planning techniques, probate avoidance and estate-tax reduction. Presented by Gregory W. McCloskey, CFP. 1 0:00 a.m. Oct 25, Pacific Crest Financial, 4695 Mac-Arthur Court, Ste. 1 00, Newport Beach. Free. (949) 85 1 -4969. . .
• How to Use Web 2.0 & Social Networks in PR and Marketing
5:30 p.m. Oct 25, Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa. Admission: $50 for members; $60 non-members (add $ 1 0 at the door). (949) 433-4443. . .
• 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. www.tcvn.org . .
• Live Workshop: How To Sell Your Business The Right Way!
Learn what paperwork is needed to sell a business, what you need to have ready to be successful in selling your business, why confidentiality is very important and much more. 7:00 p.m. Oct 25, Office Complex, 2 1 02 Business Center Dr, Suite 1 30, Irvine. Admission: Free. www.bizben.com . .
• 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. www. irvinechamber.com . .
• 2007 Winter Youth Job Fair
The city of Irvine’s Youth Employment Services will host its 1 4th Annual Winter Youth Job Fair. 9:00 a.m. Oct 27, Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Road, Irvine. Free. (949) 724-6740 x7. www. irvineyouthemployment.com . .
• Hazardous Waste 101 - 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. 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, 1 7900 Jamboree Road, Irvine. Admission: $95. 949-833-8373, x209. www.ocbj.com/event.asp . .
• National Human Resources Association Presidents’ Reception & Silent Auction
Delicious hors d’oeuvres and no-host bar. 5:30 p.m. Nov 1, The Pacific Club, 4 1 1 0 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. Admission: NHRA members $35; non-members $40. (949) 586-6992. www.humanresources.org