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Latest News

From Punch Card to PC: The Rise of the Computer Industry

May 08, 2012

Round Rock Chamber of Commerce, Austin Chapter of World Entrepreneurs Network, and Flix Brewhouse are proud to present are proud to present, From Punch Card to PC: The Rise of the Computer Industry by…

Turnstone sponsors speakers at RISE Austin 2012

March 22, 2012

Turnstone desires to be the small company owner's workspace, is showing their support by hosting several sessions at RISE Austin including several sessions being done by WEN.

Donna Barrish – Banter of Mane Street Bakery

January 16, 2012

Donna Barrish is looking to find the best way to grow her established business, hiring additional staff, and what issues are there around hiring new staff! Join us as we Banter her business ideas and …

Upcoming Events

Today, May 20, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
mon, May 21, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
8:30am
Talent Connect
tue, May 22, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
6:15pm
WEN Austin: @Flix Brewhouse RR
wed, May 23, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
thu, May 24, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
fri, May 25, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
sat, May 26, 2012
all-day
National Small Business Week
tue, May 29, 2012
5:00pm
WEN Austin: Happy Hour sponsored by Turnstone, 5pm-7pm, May 29@Market Center 800 Brazos, Austin, TX
tue, June 5, 2012
6:30pm
WEN: @ Round Rock Chamber of Commerce
tue, June 12, 2012
6:30pm
WEN: @Location TBD

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 20th, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 21st, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

Talent Connect

where: Hill Country Bible Church, 12124 RR 620 North, Cedar Park, TX 78613.

starts: May 21st, 2012, 8:30am
ends: May 21st, 2012, 12:30pm

details: Talent Connect Spring 2012

What Is It?

Talent Connect is a “job fair” event intended primarily to connect 20-25 participating companies with Job Seekers. Job Seekers will have the opportunity to “Speed Pitch” themselves (present an overview of themselves within 90 seconds) to company representatives. There will also be a keynote speaker, as well as an economic forum of representatives from local cities (prior event included Cedar Park, Leander, Taylor, and Pflugerville).

Who Should Attend?
Job Seekers interested in connecting with the participating companies
Job Seekers interested in enhancing and practicing their Speed Pitch and interviewing skills.
Talent Seekers looking for the right person for the job.
Talent Seekers who prefer face-to-face interaction with potential talent.
Individuals interested in hearing about anticipated economic development in the Austin area during 2012 and beyond, and in hearing the keynote speaker.

When and Where Will The Event Be Held?

The Event is scheduled for Monday, May 21, 2012, at Hill Country Bible Church.
12124 RR 620 North, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Little Elm Trail & Luray, Enter thru Northwest Lobby Portico Doors.

What Is The Event Program?

8:30 a.m. – 9:00: Job Seeker Speed Pitch Practice With Coaches

9:00 a.m. – 11:00: Presentations (Keynote Speaker, Economic Forum)

11:00 a.m. – 12:30: Job Seeker Speed Pitches To Participating Companies

12:30 p.m. – 1:30: Lunch Break (lunch provided for companies only)

1:00 p.m. – 3:00: Follow-up Interviews (Optional - at company discretion)

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 22nd, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

WEN Austin: @Flix Brewhouse RR

where: 2200 South IH-35 (Exit 251), Sky Ridge Plaza on Hester's Crossing, Round Rock, TX 78681

starts: May 22nd, 2012, 6:15pm
ends: May 22nd, 2012, 9:30pm

details: SPECIAL EVENT

ROUND ROCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
AUSTIN CHAPTER OF WORLD ENTREPRENEURS NETWORK
and
FLIX BREWHOUSE

Are Proud to Present
From Punch Card to PC:
The Rise of the Computer Industry

On Tuesday evening, May 22, Austin’s own world-renowned speaker,
teacher, and entrepreneur Gary Hoover will present a big screen visual
business show at Round Rock’s own world-class Flix Brewhouse. This
engaging, enlightening, surprising program will tell the story of the
rise of the Computer Industry in America. Learn how IBM came about
and what made it such a great company, even in its early years. Learn
about J.C.R. Licklider, Ed Roberts, and the other visionaries who
foresaw the digital age in which we live today. Learn the secrets of
some of the most remarkable leaders and entrepreneurs in American
history, how they saw a future that no one else did and continue to
shape our daily lives long after they are gone. There is a good
chance you know little about these visionaries, but there is a great
deal that any entrepreneur, business person, or not-for-profit leader
can learn from them.

May 22, 2012 Schedule:
6:15 PM Doors open for those desiring to purchase dinner.
7:00 PM Program
8:00 PM Discussion of what we can learn from these people
8:30 PM Cash bar, mixer, and reception
9:30 PM Event ends

$12.00
Seating is limited.
Members of the sponsoring organizations receive a discount by entering
the promotional code that has been provided.
You must sign up via http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3388532191
Don’t forget the promotion code for a 50% discount: WEN

We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
FLIX BREWHOUSE
2200 South IH-35 (Exit 251), Sky Ridge Plaza on Hester’s Crossing,
Round Rock

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 23rd, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 24th, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 25th, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

National Small Business Week

where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Conference Center 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024

starts: May 26th, 2012
ends: Dec 31st, 1969

details: Join us for an event that honors and empowers small businesses nationwide

The National Small Business Week Conference, hosted by the Small Business Administration, has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding American entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963
.
http://www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com/schedule/

WEN Austin: Happy Hour sponsored by Turnstone, 5pm-7pm, May 29@Market Center 800 Brazos, Austin, TX

where: Market Center, 800 Brazos, Austin, TX

starts: May 29th, 2012, 5:00pm
ends: May 29th, 2012, 7:00pm

details: You're Invited!
To the World Entrepreneurs Network Happy Hour!
Sponsored by Turnstone
Venue: Market Center, 800 Brazos (provided by ECR | Equitable Commercial Realty)
Location: 800 Brazos (corner of 8th & Brazos), Austin, TX
Date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Time 5:00pm -7:00pm
Admission: FREE
Register here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=s5pwbcjab&oeidk=a07e5x04ynxad95283

Come join us for networking, and free food and drinks.

WEN: @ Round Rock Chamber of Commerce

where: 212 East Main St., Round Rock, TX 78664

starts: Jun 5th, 2012, 6:30pm
ends: Jun 5th, 2012, 9:00pm

details: Please enter through the east side doors, by the Library.
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WEN: @Location TBD

where: To be determined

starts: Jun 12th, 2012, 6:30pm
ends: Jun 12th, 2012, 9:00pm

details: No details currently available.

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Latest News

From Punch Card to PC: The Rise of the Computer Industry

May 08, 2012

Turnstone sponsors speakers at RISE Austin 2012

March 22, 2012

Donna Barrish – Banter of Mane Street Bakery

January 16, 2012

Upcoming Events

National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week

Talent Connect

National Small Business Week

WEN Austin: @Flix Brewhouse RR

National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week

WEN Austin: Happy Hour sponsored by Turnstone, 5pm-7pm, May 29@Market Center 800 Brazos, Austin, TX

WEN: @ Round Rock Chamber of Commerce

WEN: @Location TBD