Doing Business in China

November 19, 2008, 7:30 am - 10:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Come hear from our panel of business executives and professionals with on-the-ground execution experience in China as they address the operational, legal and financial strategies which companies are currently applying, as well as those corporate plans which have not worked and proven costly to Western firms.

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Creating Growth in Turbulent Times

October 30, 2008, 8:00 am - 1:30 pm -- Sheraton Imperial

During those tough times business leaders,company owners and advisors need opportunities to collaborate with a group of multi-disciplined professionals who have “… been there done that…” That is the experience the Triangle Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth will provide its members and guests in this seminar. We will feature over 25 seasoned senior executives and business owners from the corporate world, financial (debt and equity) services, consulting, legal and human resource services.

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Economic and Capital Markets Outlook - Local and National

September 25, 2008, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Hilton, RTP

As if it wasn’t tough enough handling your competition, changing technology and demographic trends, the economy and capital markets had to add even more complexity to running and growing your company.  What will the next year hold for the economy?  What is going on in the debt and equity markets that you should be aware of as you look for capital to grow your business?  What types of capital are available for companies in my industry and what will it cost?  What kind of activity is there in the mergers and acquisitions world that might hold an opportunity or add more risk to your business or industry?  What kind of valuations are companies being sold for and what industries are favored currently?

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Dan Ariely: Best Selling Author of "Predictably Irrational"

August 28, 2008, 7:30 am - 10:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Why do your employees think they are under paid? How do you establish a value for a new product? Why did the Enron fraud occur? Why is CEO pay out of control? Why is your competitor’s product selling better than yours is?

Dan’s research might change the way we price products, the way we market ourselves and our products and services, how we compensate our employees, and how we buy for our businesses and personally. It shows how we can influence people, the impact of expectations on the honesty and integrity of our employees and customers, and the “cost of free”. Learn how we make decisions on the choices we are confronted with on the corporate and social level.

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Howard Putnam: Former CEO of Southwest Airlines

Some Play the Game, Others Change the Way the Game is Played

Keynote Address:  May 20, 2008, 7:30 am - 10:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial
Members Only Reception:  May 19, 2008, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm -- Sheraton Imperial

The Association for Corporate Growth in conjunction with the Entrepreneurs' Organization, Raleigh Durham, is pleased to present Howard Putnam, Former CEO of Southwest Airlines.

Southwest Airlines changed the way the game is played in the airline industry. They created a new model that focused on their people, low costs, low fares and great customer service. Howard Putnam was the second CEO at Southwest and will describe how they grew organically as a strategy and preserved their unique culture.
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Kerry Doughty: EVP Butterball

Building a Powerful Brand
April 24, 2008, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Butterball has become a Thanksgiving staple and is known for its tender and juicy turkeys. How this brand was created and how it plans to maintain market position and remain fresh and relevant are the take-aways we can all learn from and apply in our own businesses.
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Peter von Jess: CEO USfalcon

Strategies to Revive and Thrive
March 27, 2008, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Join us as Peter shares the strategies employed and the risks taken to grow USfalcon, Inc. from 10 employees and $4 million in revenue in 2003 to 120 employees and $20 million in revenue in 2007.
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What is Your Business Worth?

Full-Day Seminar
February 28, 2008, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm -- Sheraton Imperial

Seven out of Ten businesses will transfer ownership within the next decade.  Selling your business is not an overnight process.  This seminar provides education, practical strategies and advice from the most respected regional experts in the field.  It is a hands-on executive workshop designed to help business owners navigate the issues related to a sale.
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Erika Mangum: CEO Iatria

Growing Organically
January 31, 2008, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Erika Mangrum discusses how she has built a local service-based company that competes on a national level and capitalizes on a rapidly growing and converging industry.  Erika has declined numerous merger, acquisition and buy-out offers from local and national interests, choosing instead to fuel her award winning business with organic growth and remain in her control.
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Ryan Allis: CEO iContact

From $1 to 10 Million
December 13, 2007, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Ryan will share lessons learned on his journey from a one-room office to CEO of a $10 million company.  He'll share his insights on bootstrapping, product development, raising venture capital, and managing growth while building the infrastructure to take the company to $100 million in revenue.
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Michael Story: COO Paragon Bank

Changing the Game - Creating a New Business Model as a Strategy for Growth
November 14, 2007, 7:30 am - 9:00 am -- Sheraton Imperial

Learn first-hand how Paragon developed their model as a bank for business.  Michael will discuss how they are different from other banks in terms of what they do and don't do.  Additional topics include developing a winning culture, financing growth without diluting original shareholders, and succeeding in today's business climate.
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Grappling with Mergers, Acquisitions & Alternatives

Oct. 25, 2007, 1:00 - 7:00 pm -- Sheraton Imperial

Our October seminar event is designed to provide CEOs and CFOs an overview of the current M&A market and the alternatives to M&A that exist for growing companies.
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Growth Company of the Year Awards Dinner

Sept. 27, 2007, 6:00 pm -- The State Club, NCSU Alumni Center

ACG Research Triangle presents the Growth Company of the Year award to an area company and executive that exhibits the most innovative strategies fueling remarkable company growth.
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The Business of Golf

Aug. 20, 2007, 7:30 am -- Treyburn Country Club

Plan to join us to learn how John McConnell plans to translate his entrepreneurial drive and business experience into success in the business of golf. Stay and play on the newest jewel in McConnell Golf's portfolio, Fazio designed Treyburn Country Club.
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