November Coop Lunch and Learn Series
If your organization wants to make a bigger impact in their local economy, then this free webinar series is not to be missed.
Training, education, and information is not only a co-operative principle, it’s an important part of growing any organization. Every Thursday during the month of November we are offering free noon-hour webinars that will expand your organization’s knowledge about strategic opportunities around economic development. All you need is to RSVP in advance.
Register for the November Coop Lunch and Learn Series
To best enjoy these webinars, we highly recommend watching this webinar with a colleague; invite them for lunch! All webinars run from noon-1PM (MST)
November 2nd: Co-operative Strategies that can grow your business save you money,
If your enterprise is looking to reduce costs, increase productivity, and build a strong work culture, then this 45-minute lunch hour webinar is not to be missed. Learn how co-operative strategies can be applied in your business, not for profit, or community.
Hosted by Seth Leon, Manager of Co-operative Services; Alberta Community and Co-operative Association
November 9th: Member Loyalty Programs: Enhance member value while supporting local business
North Parkland Power REA (NPP) has increased value to their members offering loyalty discounts to a range of local businesses. This strategy also connects their co-op to the local business community in a meaningful way. Learn how NPP devised and executed on this strategy, and the key actions needed to get started in your community.
Hosted by Andrea LaBrie, Member-Owner Representative; North Parkland Power REA ltd.
November 16th: As Local As Possible: Craft Brewing in Alberta
Alberta’s craft beer industry is exploding, having tripled in size over the past few years. Growth continues, all over Alberta, in an industry that has deep roots in the history of the province. Where has the industry come from and where will it go? How can your community play its part in making brewing a signature industry for Alberta?
Hosted by Terry Rock, Executive Director; Alberta Small Brewers Association
November 23rd: Local Investing & Community Economic DevelopmentLearn about how to invest locally, raise capital for your local business, and how to grow your local economy. Recent changes to investment rules in Alberta will soon make things easier to invest locally and raise money locally. Learn how community economic development can help your business do well, and do good. This webinar will help frame local opportunities with long-term economic growth, opportunities to maximize your impact, access tax benefits, and mobilize growing networks.
Hosted by Courtney Hare, Public Policy Manager; Momentum
November 30th: How inclusive spaces increase market share and build stronger businesses
Creating welcoming spaces strengthen brand identity and improve customer experience. This webinar explains how to develop accessible and inclusive spaces that will help your business grow. Learn how to maximize your marketing and strengthen your brand. This webinar will also touch on project management for creating accessible spaces, and how to access grants.
Hosted by Sean Crump CEO and Head Chair; Universal Access