The BTBLC is a 3 Day experience for entrepreneurs and leaders across the globe to learn the current trends in best business practices. The conference consist of 3 themed days that are centered around effective Business Communications, Strategic Business Development, Branding and Digital Marketing.
Partial Proceeds to benefit: Final Salute, Inc.
http://www.finalsaluteinc.org
DAY ONE – Thursday, May 17, 2012 – 9 am to 4 pm
Continental Breakfast 8:00 am – 9:00 am - Available for Full Conference Pass
Theme: Effective Business Communications
9:00 am – 1:00 pm – The Art of Reading Body Language
Speakers - C. Lamar Powell/ Yvonne Oswald
2:30 pm – 3:45 pm – The True Components of PR and How It Can Shape
Your Business
Speaker- Ivy K. Pendleton
DAY TWO – Friday, May 18, 2012 – 9 am to 4 pm
Continental Breakfast 8:00 am – 9:00 am - Available for Full Conference Pass
Theme: Strategic Business Development
9 :00 am – 10:30 am – The Fundamentals of Strategic Business Planning
Speaker - Sherrin Ross Ingram, Esquire
10:35 am – 12:05 pm – Is Your Brand Protected: Protecting Your Intellectual Property and More
Speaker – Aurelia Mitchell Durant, Esquire
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Learn How To Start Selling To The Government – A Panel Discussion Including Topics: Traditional and Non-Traditional Small Business Financing and 8(a), Veterans, Minority, and Women Owned Business Certification
Speakers – SBA – Small Business Administration Representatives – Tonia McCoy and Ed Knox
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm– Honoree Networking Reception - Join us as we honor 5 distinguished individuals who's commitment to service to others have created a lasting impact on the world. Mingle and Network with like minded business professionals Expect fantastic music, delectable hors d'oeuvres, and a good time.
DAY THREE – Saturday, May 19, 2012 – 9 am to 4 pm
Continental Breakfast 8:00 am – 9:00 am - Available for Full Conference Pass
Theme: Leadership / Brand Development / Digital Marketing Solutions
9:00 – 10:30 am – Social and Digital Media Marketing
Speaker -Patti Neumann
10:35 – 12:00 pm - Marketing 101: It’s More Than Promotion; It’s The Supply Chain To Your Brand
Speaker – Allen L. Ellison
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm – Leadership: Your Key To Maximizing Your ROI
Speaker – Deborah Hardnett