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We are a branch of the Women in Business organisation. Our area covers from Swale across to Thanet and down to Dover, Folkestone and Ashford.

We are a friendly, relaxed group of women, with a growing membership. The committee of four volunteer members meet regularly to plan an interesting and varied programme of events for members. Our events are open to non-members too.

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    Lynda Rapo

    Embrace new technology, but don’t reject good old-fashioned PR. There’s no doubt that websites, social networking and face-to-face networking are …

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Events

What could LinkedIn do for you?

22nd February 2012 at 7.15pm for 7.30pm
Howfield Manor Hotel, Canterbury

At 100 million users, and growing, LinkedIn is the largest social media network for professionals. By using LinkedIn, you can keep in touch with past colleagues and meet new potential business partners. Could you, and should you, be using it more effectively in your business? Sharon Wilding from The Purple Edge will be showing us how, so come along and find out how to:

  • develop a strategy that’s right for your business
  • create a complete profile
  • grow your network
  • use discussions, events & groups

With a little bit of knowledge you can save time and get faster results.

Member cost: £7.50
Non-member cost: £15
Organiser: Sharon Ulldemolins

How to wear this season’s trends in a business environment

21st March 2012 at 6.15pm-8.30pm
Hobbs, Marlowe Arcade, Canterbury

We are really excited about this event as it will be held at Hobbs in Canterbury’s Marlowe Arcade where we will have exclusive use of the shop. The evening will start with a champagne and canapé reception at 6pm followed by a look at the different looks on trend this Spring/Summer presented by Jane Wallace from House of Colour. Then there will be time to network & shop. Hobbs are offering us 20% discount on the night plus a goodie bag to take away. The evening will close at 8.30pm.

Please note: Booking is essential for this event as space will be limited.

 

Cost: Free
Organiser: Jane Wallace

Become the ‘Go To’ person online

18th April 2012 at 7.15pm
Howfield Manor Hotel, Canterbury

Online marketing, social media and networking are starting to sound a bit tired within the small business world. Everyone seems to be a social media expert and, seemingly, every other person you meet can help you to get more clients! Most of these ‘experts’ are missing a vital point. Gaining clients and selling to them is all about the relationships that you develop.

Join Jo Dodds from Jo Dodds Social Media and learn how to:

• How to build your business profile through online (and offline) social networking

• How to use social media to drive website traffic and position yourself as an expert / ‘go to person’

• Tips for networking effectively online and offline

Member cost: £7.50
Non-member cost: £15
Organiser: Sharon Ulldemolins

Accessories Night

16th May 2012 at 7pm for 7.15pm
Howfield Manor Hotel, Canterbury

A chance to hear from some of our creative members. Hear how a piece of silver becomes a ring, or the inspiration behind why they chose to concentrate on certain types of jewellery. A look at how members have built up their accessories businesses & why they chose to sell what they do. And of course there will be a chance to shop as well as network.

Member cost: £7.50
Non-member cost: £15
Organiser: Jane Wallace

Testimonials

'EKWiB is a great networking group - full of different types of women and businesses'

Diana Stampe, Easyepaye