The week in business

MONDAY, NOV. 17

Boise Chapter International Association of Administrative Professionals: 5:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn, 3300 S. Vista Ave., Boise. "Generational Personality" presented by Janet Mills, Ph.D., professor, Public Policy and Administration, Boise State University, and professional development consultant. RSVP to Bert Barton at 385-5372 or e-mail bzb@moffatt.com.

Can-Ada League of Women Voters: 7 p.m. at Star Chamber of Commerce, 10775 W. State St. A nonpartisan political organization that aims to improve government and impact public policies through citizen education and advocacy. Individuals interested in working with others to form this new group are welcome. For more information, call Chris Stokes at 286-7694 or Barbara Landry at 286-7157.

TUESDAY, NOV. 18

"How to Protect Your Small Business" Workshop: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Red Lion Hotel Downtowner, 1800 Fairview Ave., Boise. Attendees will learn about proper interview questions, employer-employee relations, wage and hour problems, unlawful discrimination, harassment and much more. Hosted by the National Federation of Independent Business. Cost is $74 for NFIB members and $99 for nonmembers. Lunch is included. Reservations required at www.nfib.com/ID or call Stacy Jenkins at (866) 307-2846.

Idaho Environmental Summit: 10 a.m. Nov. 18-19 at DoubleTree Hotel Riverside, 2900 Chinden Blvd., Garden City. This year's two-day summit offers more than 40 track sessions on topics such as air quality, land use, fire, energy and more. In addition, exhibitors will be on hand with information on a variety of environmental issues. Cost is $195 for the full two-day conference and $110 for a single day. Visit www.idahosummit.org or call Kellie Baker at 336-7080 for more information.

Integra Information Technologies, Inc.: You are invited to learn about PaperLESS Document Management for Medical Records at our free webinar luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. either from your PC or at Integra in Downtown Boise. Lunch is on us. Call Courtney at 336-2720, Ext. 212, or e-mail croeber@integrainfotech.com for more information.

Global Entrepreneurship Week: Boise State University will participate with a series of seminars for students and the business community Nov. 18-20. The College of Business and Economics, the Idaho Small Business Development Center and the Entrepreneurship Center have developed the seminars that will be held from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. each day in Room 404 of the Interactive Learning Center, Boise State campus. Parking is available in the Administration Parking Lot, 1910 University Drive. All sessions are free, but seating is limited to the first 40 people to register at www.idahosbdc.org.

BLSA, Boise Chapter of NALSthe association for legal professionals: 5:30 p.m. on the second floor, U.S. Bank, 101 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise. "Calendaring Options and Tips for Working in Outlook" presented by Andy Lanning, Boise State University. RSVP to Bert Barton at 385-5372 or e-mail bzb@moffatt.com

"How to Speak and Get Paid (Greatly)" Seminar: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 18, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 19 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 20 at At the Waterfront Catering, 3250 N. LakeHarbor Lane, Boise. Dr. Vincent Muli Wa Kituku, author and international speaker, discusses what you need to know about how to give memorable presentations, which presentations to get paid for and how to turn a speaking opportunity into a gold mine. Register at www.howtospeakandgetpaid.com or call 376-8724.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19

Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce Economic Outlook Forum: 7 to 9 a.m. at Boise Centre on The Grove, 850 W. Front St., Boise. Cost is $45 for Chamber members and $55 for nonmembers. Program-only ticket (no breakfast) is $20. Register at www.boisechamber.org or call Rebecca at 472-5236.

Boise Metro Chamber Training - It Pays to Have Fun in the Workplace: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Boise Chamber offices, 250 S. 5th St. Cost is $45 for Chamber members and $60 for nonmembers. Register at www.boisechamber.org or call Erin at 472-5258.

The ABCs of SBA Loans: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the U.S. Small Business Administration, 380 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Suite 330, Boise. Free. For information or to RSVP, call 334-9004, Ext. 336.

The City Club of Boise, Inc.: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at The Grove Hotel, 245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise. "Carbon-Free and Nuclear-Free" presented by Arjun Makhijani, president, Institute for Energy and Environmental Research. Cost is $16 for members and $21 for nonmembers (both include lunch) or $5 to listen only (no lunch), $10 for students. Advance registration required by calling 371-2221 or visit www.cityclubofboise.org.

META's Beyond the Bottom Line Workshop: Women of Achievement: Big Strides in Small Businesses: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at U.S. Bank, 101 S. Capitol Blvd., Suite 200, Boise. Meet and learn from Jill Simpson, Island Spirit Adventures; Maryam Roshanpanah, Mary's Flowers & Gifts; and Kari Hutcherson, Outsourcing Solutions, as they address the challenges and opportunities as women that have led to the success of their respective businesses. Cost is $15. For information and registration, call 336-5533, Ext. 230, or e-mail meta@mtnstatesgroup.org.

QuickBooks Training: 1 to 5 p.m. at 7639 W. Riverside Drive, Suite 100. Jim Geddings CPA offers the free class for small or home-based businesses. Along with a section on "all the accounting you need to know," the class covers QuickBooks Lists, accounts receivable and payable, banking and reconciliation, credit cards, loans and reports. RSVP by calling 853-0790 or e-mail hyla@jimgeddingscpa.com.

META hosts Free Open House: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 19-20 at 1607 W. Jefferson St., Boise. In honor of Women's Entrepreneurship Day (Nov. 19) and to celebrate and encourage existing and emerging female entrepreneurs; and Clean and Green Day (Nov. 20) to encourage clean and green solutions to many of the local and global problems. Call Ron Berning at 336-5533, Ext. 230, for more information.

Building a Buzz About Your Business: 6 p.m. at Idaho SBDC, 1021 Manitou, Boise. Whether your company is brand new or well-established and expanding into a new market, building a buzz about your business is key to succeeding in your endeavors. Cost is $60. To register, call 426-3875 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.

THURSDAY, NOV. 20

Boise Metro Chamber Training - Leveraging the Internet to Grow Your Business: 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Boise Chamber offices, 250 S. 5th St. Cost is $25 for Chamber members and $35 for nonmembers. Light breakfast is included. Register at www.boisechamber.org or call Erin at 472-5258.

Credit Risk Management Seminar: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Courtyard Marriott, 1789 S. Eagle Road, Meridian. Join TechHelp and Western States Insurance for a lunch and learn seminar that will focus on how to mitigate risk and grow safely during a credit crunch. Cost is $10, includes lunch. Call Bill Mullane at 863-4259 or e-mail williammullane@boisestate.edu.

Business Basics Workshop: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the SBA office, 380 E. ParkCenter Blvd., Suite 330, Boise. Free workshop on starting and financing your small business. For information or to RSVP, call 334-9004, Ext. 336.

Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours: 5 to 7 p.m. at Office Pavilion, 11613 W. Executive Drive, Boise. Free for Chamber members and $10 for nonmembers. Visit www.boisechamber.org for more information. No RSVP necessary.

SATURDAY, NOV. 22

Short sale open house and workshop: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Realty Executives of Treasure Valley, 63 Willowbrook Drive, Meridian. Learn about guidelines and procedures for short sales, an alternative to home foreclosures. Free. For information, call Dayle Hoyd, broker-owner, at 888-3300.

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