Blue Sky Strategies
Blue Sky Strategies is an ambitious innovative new company that is attempting to turn the small business consulting business on its head.

West Coast version of the leading social media conference for business. Featuring 20+ corporate practitioners discussing the most pressing issues on using social media for business. No 'gurus', only real-world practical advice on corporate social media best practice. Previous speakers include Whole Foods, PepsiCo, McDonald's, Nokia,...

Each year, business incubation practitioners and economic development professionals gather to explore strategies for entrepreneur support at NBIA’s International Conference on Business Incubation. Individuals participate in in-depth workshops, educational sessions, incubator tours and informal discussions. Through these training and networking...

Guest speakers include: K. Patrice Williams, JD - Marketing Specialist and Author; Lakisha Brooks, CEO of LMBE Solutions; and entrepreneur and business professional, Mica Coleman.

Topics include Establishing Business Credit Without Using Personal Credit and Connecting with Your Social Customer.

Bring your business cards and introduce your...

More than 60 sessions on search engine optimization (SEO), paid search advertising (PPC), social media marketing, local and mobile search, landing page conversions and more.

Forum and Communities Conference 2011 San Francisco will bring together leading brands, forum owners and community managers to explore strategies in forum and community development During this one-day event, a team of renowned experts will provide guidance on how to effectively engage with community, give tips on how to maximize the value of your...

Meet fellow alumni in the Bay Area (…and beyond!), while learning ways to network more effectively on Tuesday, February 15. The event will focus on how to use social media to support career success and connect with fellow alumni and will feature guest speaker and social media expert David Perry, CEO and Founder of David Perry & Associates. ...

Join us for PRSA-SF’s Monthly Networking Mixer - East Bay Style!

We’re back in Oakland at The Den at the Fox Theater (www.thedenoakland.com). Come enjoy savvy drinks in a warm, classy lounge setting, hear about new job openings and network with your public relations colleagues.

When: Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 6 to 8 pm.

This event is...

UPDATE: Can't wait to see you all *tonight*! We've got lots of beer, wine, chips, and powerpoint slides featuring kittens for you. :)
-Evan

Community management is no longer an up-and-coming position; it's become a standard role in many startups and even large companies.

How should the role, practice, and soul of community...

February 2, 2011 SVII event info:

Program:
The SAP Community Network – Driving the Social business Future
At the February Silicon Valley Innovation Institute interactive dinner event, Mark Yolton, Vice President of SAP, will discuss this enterprise giant’s “Community Network.” SAP has proven to be nimble despite its size, with innovative...