BEST of Iowa BR|E Webinar

In these tough economic times, retaining existing businesses has become more important than ever.  Do you know how to initiate a retention program?  Which businesses and industries do you visit?  What do you do with the information? BEST of Iowa and Blane, Canada Ltd. are partnering to help you answer some of these questions.  If you are interested in learning about Business Retention and Expansion or would like a refresher course, please join us for a set of webinars. 

A four-part Business Retention and Expansion (BR|E) webinar series will be held on the following dates:

Elements of Successful BR|E                                              Friday, April 9^th, 10:00-11:00 am

Red Flags and Service Delivery                                          Friday, April 16^th, 10:00-11:00 am

Securing & Completing Executive Interview               Friday, April 23^th, 10:00-11:00 am

Turning Information into Action                                       Friday, April 30^th, 10:00-11:00 am

Each session runs about one hour. Session will be recorded for review or later use if you are unable to make one of the sessions. Articles, handouts and samples to assist you in your BR|E efforts will be provided.  To view a full course outline and to register for the course, please go to [web link].

BRE Discussion Forum | Resource Center | Office Hours

All participants will have access to a private LinkedIn group for discussion on any aspect of the Existing Business strategy. Participants will have access to a private resource site with samples, templates, and reference materials to help you create your own business retention program. Set office hours will be available for private consultation on your questions or program design.

Webinar Instructor

Eric P. Canada, a leading professional on business retention and expansion, will utilize these webinars to walk you through key aspects of BR|E, including:

–         Identifying six levels of an Existing Industry Program (Interviews are only one)

–         Launching or expanding your business retention program

–         Finding “Red Flags” and early warning signs

–         Getting an interview with the appropriate company executive

–         Reporting techniques

–         Utilizing social media for BR|E

Registration Fee

BEST of Iowa is pleased to be able to offer this 4-part webinar series to our partners and community leaders at the steeply discounted price of only $25 per session or $75 for the full 4-part series (normally $495).

BEST of Iowa Partners / Webinar Series Sponsors