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SUMMARY:Vodka Tasting at the Library on Main
DESCRIPTION:Start or continue your search for finding the best Vodka and Cocktail in East Bay! \nJoin us at the Library on Main on Monday 4/25 from 6pm to 8pm to sample Vodka and enjoy a Vodka Mule cocktail sample specifically created for the occasion! Local mixologist has created a cocktail just for you. Enjoy and learn more about the different rich and savory flavors vodka can bring to a cocktail while mingling and networking with other cocktail lovers. \nDuring the event\, enjoy Library On Main special food such as its famous meatballs or chicken wings! \nThese events are also great for business and social networking as they bring local professionals together under one roof to enjoy . Don’t miss this opportunity to make connections and build your network while experiencing an exclusive cocktail. This a  21+ event. \nRsvp now for a complimentary ticket to this special Vodka and cocktail event\, where you will be able to sample and enjoy a Vodka mule\, without an rsvp the event is $20 so make sure you rsvp for this private event. \nhttps://vodka-tasting-at-the-library-on-main.eventbrite.com \nThis special VIP night will be educational\, while sophisticated and entertaining. Continue tasting and learning more about alcohol by joining us at the Library on Main on these dates: \n4/11 Blue Ice Vodka at 7pm\n4/25 Vodka at 7pm\n5/9 Tequila at 7pm\n5/23 Tequila at 7pm\n6/13 Wine at 7pm\n6/27 Wine at 7pm\n7/11 Whisky at 7pm\n7/25 Whisky at 7pm \n\nAbout the Library on Main: \nLibrary on Main is a casual downtown eatery serving New American small plates and craft cocktails on the site of former Walnut Creek Library built in 1916. \nAddress: 1677 N Main St\, Walnut Creek\nWebsite: https://www.libraryonmain.com/\nPhone Number: (925) 979-1678 \n \n\n\n\n\nWHEN\nMonday\, April 25\, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (PDT) – Add to Calendar\nWHERE\n1677 N Main St – 1677 North Main Street\, Walnut Creek\, CA 94596 – View Map
URL:https://professionalconnector.com/event/vodka-tasting-library-main/
CATEGORIES:General,Mixers,Restaurants,Tasting
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Tradition & Revolutionizing Food Production
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Mentorship Series (SBMS) \nMission: Heirloom – Reimagining Tradition & Revolutionizing Food Production \nMission: Heirloom is a Berkeley commercial kitchen and café operation based on a low-inflammation Paleo lifestyle.  The offerings exclude all grain\, and use no refined oils\, processed sugars\, canned food\, alliums\, vinegars or legumes. Food is prepared is a kitchen designed and managed to strict standards; everything touched and treated through the preparation process is handled to eliminate toxins.\n\n\nRsvp now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mission-heirloom-reimagining-tradition-revolutionizing-food-production-acsbdc-business-mentorship-tickets-24268834738 \nYrmis Barroeta and Bobby Chang founded the company based on their experiences with the connection between food and personal health.  Modifying what they ate and how it was prepared eliminated their auto-immune and digestive issues\, and changed their lives! The company vision is an extension of that experience\, offering a wide variety of “organic\, gluten-free\, local sustainable and hand-crafted food”. \nCome to hear about this journey from idea to reality! \nFollowing the talk\, we will have a speed-pitch opportunity and networking hour -every attendee will have the opportunity to take the microphone for a 30-second pitch or service description. \nRefreshments will be provided \n\n\n\nThe Small Business Mentorship Series (SBMS) is a monthly forum where you can hear how rising East Bay small businesses defined their vision\, strategy and execution. Come learn about some of the most exciting enterprises in our area and network with other owners and executives. \nThe Alameda County Small Business Development Center is the premier provider of advisory services to small businesses in our area. Our advisors provide a wide range of expert consulting services to assist entrepreneurs to start\, fund and grow their businesses. We work hands-on with clients to address challenges\, seize opportunities and grow our clients’ bottom line.
URL:https://professionalconnector.com/event/revolutionizing-food-production/
CATEGORIES:General,Restaurants,Seminars
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SUMMARY:East Bay Professionals Business Networking Mixer - Blind Tiger Oakland 4/12 6pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us and other East Bay professionals for a Business After Work Networking Mixer on April 12\, 2016\, at the pan-asian inspired Tapas and Cocktail Bar\, Blind Tiger (https://www.blindtigeroakland.com) located at 2600B Telegraph Avenue\, Oakland. \nWith the Bay Area being known for the fastest growing advanced cities\, and one of the most creative hubs of Westcoast\, this mixer is the perfect event for professionals to expand their network. If you are looking for new opportunities\, new partners\, or to connect with great professionals etc.\, you will want to join this event at this upscale location! \nRelax and come enjoy a drink after work at this beautiful restaurant and bar. It is a great opportunity for business and social networking. Don’t miss this opportunity to make connections and build your network while having to enjoy Blind Tiger Pan-Asian inspired tapas and craft cocktails. \nRSVP Now at https://blind-tiger-networking.eventbrite.com or pay $20 at the door\n(At the Door Cash Only) \n   \nThis very special evening will give you the opportunity to discover Blind Tiger’s beautiful location that features various craft cocktails and tasty pan-inspired Asian tapas. Come meet sophisticated and entertaining people during this special after work mixer.\nThe event is from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This is 21 years and older event.\n \nRSVP Now at https://blind-tiger-networking.eventbrite.com\n \n RSVP Required: RSVP for only $15 or pay $20 at the door (At the Door Cash Only)\n \n East Bay Professional Networking Mixer @ Blind Tiger \n4/12/16 – Oakland6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (PDT)Blind Tiger2600B Telegraph Avenue\, Oakalnd@ProfConnector @DavidMitroff    \nWHY PAY $15 FOR ONE EVENT \nWHEN YOU CAN PAY ONLY $34 A MONTH TO ATTEND ALL OUR EVENTS! \nMore information at https://proevents.wpengine.com/vip-membership/ \n \nBlind Tiger is a modern gastropub in the heart of Oakland. Blind Tiger is an underground full-service restaurant and bar. Blind Tiger specializes in handcrafted cocktails and offers 20 beers on tap as well as a wide range of pan-Asian inspired tapas and gastropub fare. \nProfessional Connector. A vision of Piedmont Avenue Inc.\n \nProfessional Connector. A vision of Piedmont Avenue Consulting\, Inc. We organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to specifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections\, build their network\, find new clients\, and expand their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships.  \n\nOur Event Host – David Mitroff\, Ph.D.  \nNetworker and Entrepreneur. David is the Founder and Chief Consultant of our Premium Sponsor: Piedmont Avenue Consulting (www.PiedmontAve.com)\, a San Francisco Bay Area based business development and marketing consulting firm. David and his team work with clients of various sizes\, across numerous markets to create brand awareness\, strengthen customer loyalty and streamline business processes\, – that’s what makes him the perfect Mediator at our events. David also founded Bespoke Group Luxury Collective. He continually collaborates with several consultant groups\, merchant associations\, and charities to best serve the SF Bay Area community. \n\nWHY PAY $15 FOR ONE EVENT \nWHEN YOU CAN PAY ONLY $34 A MONTH TO ATTEND ALL OUR EVENTS! \nMore information at https://proevents.wpengine.com/vip-membership/ \n\nProfessional Connector VIP Members receive early notifications of events\, can attend all our Professional Connector events including happy hours\, startup mixers\, expert panel events\, networking and social events and more for all one set price of $34! Also\, get access to special VIP events\, conferences\, and workshops with our partners. You can also pay for the year in advance and receive a 10% discount. Join today while we still have the low introductory price! More information at https://proevents.wpengine.com/vip-membership/ \n\n  \n\n \n  \n \nDownload the Lyft appUse the Code “PACvip” and receive $20 dollars off your first ride.Ride to or from this event for free! \n  \nRSVP Now! At this point\, you have all the information you need…    \n… However\, if you want even MORE information\, feel free to keep reading.\n \nWhy & Who should attend this event?  \nProfessionals who want to socialize\, entrepreneurs\, business owners\, attorneys\, bankers\, real estate developers\, physicians\, technology gurus\, sales and marketing experts\, and others will greatly benefit from attending and networking with each other at this event. \nDo you own a Business in Oakland? Come mingle and network with other business owners in the San Francisco Bay Area. \nAre you a looking to start a restaurant?  Come see how an event like this networking mixer can benefit your organization. \nAre you looking to take your business to the next level? Come join us at our event and discover how we would grow your business. \nHow many people show up? \nOur events usually see anywhere from 45 to 400 people depending on the venue. We make sure people are open and approachable\, regardless of how many people show up. You will be able to meet and talk to anyone; our greeters will be there to make introductions and keep things moving.\n \nWhat to Bring: \nBring your business cards. Bring at least one card for the event organizer\, so we can enter you in a raffle.\n \nHow to Dress: \nThis is after work networking\, so even if you did not work…pretend and dress like you did! We all look good when we dress professionally. We always take pictures at our events\, so you want to look your best! \nPhotography: \nOur events are photographed for our Websites and Social Media sites. By attending our event\, you give us permission to take photographs and use the images. All participants at our events are beautiful people and are subject to be photographed and used to promote future events.   \nOur Partners and Sponsors \nSuperTasker‘s vision is to be your ‘Digital HelpDesk in the Cloud’\, allowing you to outsource and manage high volumes of small tasks\, super fast\, to a pool of curated experts.Unlike with existing marketplace models where there is a lot of friction in selection\, price setting\, and delivery\, SuperTasker uses intelligent algorithms to route the work to the most suited available taskers with a proven track record\, so the work starts immediately. Delivery is time-boxed so you only pay for results\, and the price is set dynamically based on availability and demand in real time. \nUse the following link https://bit.ly/1CfppGX and Code PAC50 to receive a $50 credit  \n \nvCita allows businesses to capture more clients and provide better service to your existing clients. vCita provides lead generation\, online scheduling\, and invoicing for small businesses all in one easy to use resource. Learn more at www.bitly.com/vcita-piedmontave  \n  \n  \nConstant Contact provides the perfect Small Business Marketing suite of tools to help you reach\, engage\, and acquire new customers through email\, events\, and social media. David Mitroff\, Ph.D. is one of the few certified Local Experts for Constant Contact in Northern California. Learn more at piedmontconsulting.constantcontact.com \n  \nEmail Marketing Strategies to Grow Your Business Through Networking   \nEmail Marketing\, especially when combined with Social Media makes information more accessible and useful by combining together technology\, content\, and social interaction in many forms including websites\, blogs\, podcasts\, video-sharing\, social bookmarking\, review sites\, email marketing\, event promotion\, instant messaging\, mobile apps\, and more. In this session\, David Mitroff\, Ph.D.\, will provide an overview and examples of how to use Constant Contact Email Marketing. \nWant to try one of Constant Contact’s online tools – Email Marketing\, Social Campaigns or Survey tool? Get a free trial at PiedmontConsulting.ConstantContact.com\n \nWant to Volunteer? \n We are looking for volunteers to help out at our events. Please introduce yourself to us or email Events@WalnutCreekEvents.com and let us know how you would like to volunteer and we can then better determine if there is a good fit. \n\nGreeters\nPhotographers\nSocial Media Promoter\n\nWant to be a Sponsor? \nAdvertise and promote your business to our huge audience across emails\, at events\, and on our website and social media sites. Please contact us to learn more and to determine if there is a good fit.\n \n\nGifts and Donations\nRaffle Items\nFood and Drinks\nEvent Space Sponsor\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n By completing your online registration you are accepting and agreeing to our Terms & Conditions including giving us permission to take photographs and use your image or likeness\, agree that all sales are final and NO REFUNDS will be offered regardless of changes to venue\, date\, time\, speakers\, guest list\, numbers of attendees\, sponsors or other details. Furthermore\, mistakes in event descriptions or text may occur and the buyer is responsible for verifying any discrepancies or concerns prior to registration by contacting us via the contact us links or emails provided on event pages. You furthermore agree to contact us prior to attending the event or at most two (2) days after the event and clearly explain any issue. Any disputes over payments that are made by you directly contacting any merchants (Paypal\, google\, meetup\, constant contact\, square\, Eventbrite\, etc.) will be automatically declined and you will be responsible for any chargeback or bank reversal fees. In extenuating circumstances and solely at our discretion\, we may offer you a credit towards future events. If you do not accept our Terms & Conditions\, do not register. Thank you for your cooperation. \n All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges allowed. \n    
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