2016 Business EXPO
Are you "fishing" for opportunities to grow your business? Join the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce for our Annual Business Expo and allow the community to "sea" what you're up to!
Dive In And Explore business opportunities and showcase your products & services to the community on September 22, 2016 at the Bedford Area YMCA.
Please join the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce for the Annual Bedford Business Expo being held on Thursday, September 22 from Noon until 7pm at the Bedford Area Family YMCA. The Event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC from Noon to 5PM and concludes with the Taste of Bedford, a 21+ Networking Event from 5PM to 7PM for just $5 admission. Connect with over 50 area businesses to learn about their products, services, and dedication to the community.
ONCE AGAIN: Attendance is free and open to the public for the Expo from Noon-5 pm. A $5 cover charge at the door applies to the Taste of Bedford from 5-7 PM.
FREE Workshops!
We will also be offering informative seminars and workshops during the Expo that are free for anyone to attend. Please see the list below:
Register your attendance in advance by calling 540-586-9401 ext. 102 or visit the Bedford Area Chamber booth the day of the Expo for more details!
12:00 PM-Accelerate Your Business Using Online Lead Generation
Gwen Murphy, Extending Your Reach //
Tired of making cold calls to generate sales in your business? Would you like to have a system where prospects find YOU? Generating leads online is a fundamental part of the modern business owner's success. This session will highlight the essential steps to leverage social media, websites, and email marketing in building relationships with prospects and customers.
Location: Fitness Room
1:00 PM-Dive Into the Bottom Line
Coach Rebecca //
Networking can have a huge impact on your bottom line. Coach Rebecca will dive right in by demonstrating the use of networking methods and techniques for selling, business growth and personal career development. Learn how to be different and have life balance all while increasing your bottom line!
Location: Fitness Room
2:00 PM-Business Etiquette 101
Rena DeBerry, R&D Consulting //
Rena DeBerry of R&D Consulting will be informing us of the dos and don’ts of business. She will be sharing the written and unwritten rules of business and how it can impact your profitability.
Location: Fitness Room
Volunteers are needed during the event! Please click here to register.
Date and Time
Thursday Sep 22, 2016
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT
September 22, 2016
Noon - 5:00 p.m. Expo
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Taste of Bedford
Location
Bedford Area Family YMCA
1111 Turnpike Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523
Fees/Admission
Attendance is free and open to the public for the Expo from Noon-5:00 p.m. A $5 cover charge at the door applies to the Taste of Bedford from 5-7 PM.
Contact Information
Director of Special Events & Communications
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