Business Strategies in a Challenging Economic Environment

Business Strategies in a Challenging Economic Environment

& Member Roundtable

Thursday, May 21^st, 2009, 11:30am

Doubletree Hotel Westborough
5400 Computer Drive, Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 366-5511

Directions to Doubletree Hotel

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Shops across New England are grappling with financial woes not seen in decades. The shocking slowdown in our market has decimated workloads and sent a shudder throughout shops that were just recently humming along. Please join us for a mini-symposium on ideas/tips for coping in today's market; followed by member roundtable discussions where we will share ideas & practices that have worked for us, and hear from other members experiences. Don't forget to bring your crying towel.

1. Bottom-line Considerations
   Presented by Edward Johnson, Feeley & Driscoll
   
   Ed's career in public accounting in the construction gives him a solid understanding of woodwodrk manufacturing. Ed will address the challenges of Difficult Decisions and Cutting Costs in the context of super-competitive bidding, and Commitments to Marketing and Business Development.
   
   
2. State Programs to Help Ease the Pain
   Presented by Ken Messina, Massachusetts DET
   
   Ken will provide an overview of the State/Dislocated Worker program, including WorkShare, National Emergency Grants, Rapid Response, and other information related to the provision of services for companies and employees.
   
   
3. Legal Strategies in Lean Times
   Presented by Drew Colby, Colby Law Office
   
   Drew has practiced construction law for 20 years, and is well prepared to discuss Surviving Tough Economic Times by Preserving Capital. "Getting Paid" is especially challenging during today's financial times. Drew will address strategies to yield positive results.

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Agenda:

11:30 am — Networking Reception & Associate Displays
12:00 pm — Luncheon
12:30 pm — Table Top Exhibitors presentation
1:00 pm — Business Strategies in a Challenging Economic Environment

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Open to New England Chapter AWI Members & Guests

Pre-registration for this program is required. Please fax or email the below registration form, and mail payment/confirmation to address on form, or use credit card/PayPal on the NEAWI site.

NEAWI members: $35 in advance, $40 at the door.
Non-NEAWI members: $90 ($50 will be credited towards 2009 dues).

Registration form may be downloaded in PDF format here.