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ABC Expanding Horizons: Let Your Business Blossom - Columbus, OH

Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM (ET)

Gahanna, OH

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Ticket Information

Ticket Type Remaining Sales End Price Fee Quantity
ABC Members ONLY Early Registration by 4/17   more info 7 tickets Ended $159.00 $0.00
All non-members/guests and members after 4/17   more info 7 tickets Ended $175.00 $0.00
Luncheon Only 11:30-12:30 7 tickets Ended $20.00 $0.00

Event Details

Don't become a small business statistic!

Of all the new business startups, 1/3 eventually turn a profit, 1/3 break even, and 1/3 never leave a negative earnings scenario. According to a study by the U.S. Small Business Association, only 2/3 of all small business startups survive the first two years and less than half make it to five years.

What does it take to succeed?

Facilitated by ABC Master Bridal Consultants and business educators, Expanding Horizons 2008 will provide you the tools and tips to help your wedding business “blossom.” Addressing business startup and issues encountered during the first years of business, seminar attendees will be able to:

  • Discuss elements of a business plan
  • Differentiate business structures.
  • Determine business startup expenses.
  • Prepare an advertising budget as part of a business marketing plan.
  • Determine how to establish fees.
  • Describe contract elements and negotiation skills

Take advantage of this opportunity to plant seeds for success, meet and network with ABC wedding experts, and prepare to “Let Your Business Blossom.”

Click "Respond Here" below for special early registration and pricing.

ABC members will receive 1 educational point towards Education and Professional Development.  Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Directions and Parking

to Creekside Conference and Event Center
700 Creekside Plaza, Gahanna, OH 43230 (use Mill St & Walnut St, Columbus, OH for GPS, Google and Mapquest)

  • From the North: Take I-71 South to I-270 South/East. Exit Gahanna/62 East.
  • From the South: Take I-71 North to I-270 North. Exit Gahanna/62 East.
  • From the East: Take I-71 North to I-270 North. Exit Gahanna/62 East.
  • From the West: Take I-670 East to Gahanna/ 62 East
  • Travel Approximately one mile on 62/Granville Street. Turn Left onto Mill Street.
  • The parking garage is on the left side of Mill Street at the light. The elevator to the center is located in section B. Take the elevator to the third floor.
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    Need Local Accommodations?

    The Marriott is SOLD OUT.  Suggested alternative hotel:

    GAHANNA/COLUMBUS AIRPORT E
    Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
    460 WATERBURY COURT
    GAHANNA, OH 43230
    LOCAL PHONE: 1-614-4288678

    We do not have a group rate, but "best rate" rooms are available for $89.00

     

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    Creekside Conference and Event Center
    Mill St
    700 Creekside Plaza, Third Floor
    Gahanna, OH 43230

    Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM (ET)


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    Association of Bridal Consultants



    The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,500 members in 26 countries on six continents. The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members. For additional information, visit www.BridalAssn.com or phone 860-355-7000.