Seminar: Designing the Future of Your Business

You're invited Business Seminar:  Designing the future of your business We are living and working in a rapidly changing world. Business tactics put in place 10 years ago have no place in this new fast paced world.  Adaptation is the key for your business's continued success, but how will you plan for the future? How did early adopters successfully set the course for their business? This seminar will address how your company can break down the barriers to collaboration, and introduce the tools you need for a successful transition into this future. We will cover the new aspects of attracting and retaining the best employees, and how technology will influence your business strategies.  Join turnstone and Cospace to learn more about working in the future.  Date: Thursday, June 14, 2012 Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm Where: University of Texas Club Register today! Meet the Speakers Nancy Giordano - Play Big, Inc Founder and Brand Futurist Nancy has spent her career building, shaping and reviving many of the country's most prestigious brands. As a brand futurist, she sees the powerful possibilities that exist at the intersection of cultural, demographic, and values trends.  Jeff Sharpe - JSWorkShop Director and Designer Jeff guides organizations to unlock their creativity and develop implementable and sustainable solutions, allowing them to adapt and to lead in our exponentially shifting world. Aaron Strout - WCG Group Director  Aaron is a blogger, video podcaster, serial tweeter and co-author of Location-Based Marketing for Dummies.  In addition to his knowledge of the interactive and social media landscape, Aaron has more than 18 years of online marketing and advertising experience.  Raymond Wolf - PeopleBrite CEO, Co-Founder Ray has successfully launched multiple new technology businesses and has led them all to profitability. He has a 25+ year track record of achieving business success globally. Lekan A. Bashua - turnstone Manager Lekan currently manages Digital Strategy and New Media for the small-business focus of Steelcase Inc.  He has built and managed a network of content creators around the country and continues to search for technology tools, platforms and partnerships for turnstone. Paul O'Brien - GroupCharger  CEO and Co-Founder  Paul has led interactive marketing for HP's eCommerce business, and directed advertising programs at Yahoo!. He has been involved in the launch of start-ups in crowdsourcing, mobile payments, and online communities, and is currently a Director at Cospace. Peter Kim - Dachis Group Chief Strategy Officer  Peter is a leading advisor on social business and drives global industry discourse on the topic through blogging and Twitter. He co-authored the book Social Business By Design.  Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

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Leadership Austin Recruiting Events

During the Essential Class recruiting season, Leadership Austin is hosting a number of receptions at which potential applicants can learn more about the program, speak to past participants and Leadership Austin Board members about their experiences, and get guidance on the application process. RSVP to a recruiting event below, or find additional program information in the Class of 2013 Recruiting Packet.

Wednesday, May 9

5:30 - 7:00 pm
National Instruments (11500 North Mopac)
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Wednesday, May 23

5:30 - 7:00 pm
Catellus at Mueller (4550 Mueller Blvd)
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Tuesday, June 5

5:30 - 7:00 pm
Whole Foods Downtown (525 North Lamar Blvd)
RSVP for June 5