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The GrowSmartBiz Conference is going to feature panels on the following topics:

  • Driving Small Business Performance with Marketing & Innovation
  • Raising Capital with Effective Finance Strategies
  • Getting Ahead in the Current Economy
  • Integrating Traditional Marketing with Social Media

We want to hear from you for what the final panel topic should be! Do you want to learn more about green business, government contracting or talent management? To suggest these topics, or others:

  1. Add your idea in the comment box below.
  2. Tell your fellow small business owners and colleagues about the conference, have them review the topics and cast their votes! (Remind them to register before July 31st to receive $100 off registration!)
  3. Keep voting until the topic winner is announced on August 10
  4. Don't forget to register for the GrowSmartBiz Conference!
Add your idea for Panel 4

 
I think there should be a panel on technology. In fact, panel #1 should be adjusted to say "technology & innovation." Today the biz that masters technology can keep its costs low, move fast and do more!
 
Entrepreneurs are different. They see opportunities where others see problems. They can put together partnerships where others only see competition. They are single-minded about their vision yet actively seek out advice.

Truly living out your potential as an entrepreneur is challenging, exciting, and something no one does in isolation. The panel would talk about how entrepreneurs drive their own personal growth while managing an action-packed business life. They will talk about the essential attitudes and approach that enable entrepreneurs to go from strength to strength as their businesses mature.
 
Leadership and management challenges and strategies to successfully run a small business
 
Do-It-Yourself SEO and Public Relations
 
Managing for transition -- what strategies should owners take when they near retirement. Discuss business valuation, mergers and acquisitions, strategies for selling to employees, and tax issues.