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SBA and SBDC Events Various events held by the Small Business Administration or Small Business Development Center. Dates and times are over the next month, Excellent low cost or even free educational events being held in the IE and OC. Definitely worth checking out. Click here to download a PDF File.

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Manufacturing Job Fair Anaheim Workforce Center & EDD. 9am-12pm at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center 250 E Center St Anaheim CA 92805. High end manufacturing is still a viable industry in OC. Meet Representatives from companies intersted in hiring for many positions. Free parking. Entry fee: $Free. Info, RSVP: Gerald Sabol, 714/765-4362 Email Web
Toastmasters Fluent Philosophers. 12pm-12:45pm at 3 Polaris Way, Room#C1-B050, Aliso Viejo. At Toastmasters, we learn public speaking and leadership skills by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Houman Payami, 949-349-2521 Email
Energy Balancing Night Tree of Life Wellness Center. 7pm-8pm at the 714 E. Adams Ave Suite 205, Huntington Beach. Looking for PEACE? Want less STRESS and more ENERGY? Join us for Energy Balancing Night! Join us for an evening of health healing and energy balancing Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: 714-374-1988 Email Web
The Law of Attraction Center - Orange County The meeting starts promptly at 7:30pm-9:30pm at 1691 Kettering, Irvine, CA 92614. A weekly gathering to practice and implement the powerful Law of Attraction to manifest abundance in all aspects of our lives w/ amazing guest speakers and musicians. Entry fee: $20. Info, RSVP: Brad Axelrad, 714-330-4031. Web
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
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HBA Networking Meeting Hispanic Business Association. (Breakfast Optional) 6:30am-7:30am at Anaheim Plaza Suites, 1700 Harbor Blvd., Anaheim. Guest speaker (TBA). Various Topics. Info, RSVP: Tony Mercado, (714) 329-8565. Email Web
Awesome Networking Breakfast Business Referral Exchange. 7am-8:30am at Coco's Restaurant - 14971 Holt Avenue Tustin - Corner of Newport/Holt. Weekly breakfast meeting with the area's most well established networking group. Many members are over 10 yrs. Come find out why. Many openings. Info, RSVP: Anthony Nitz, 714-423-3158 Email
Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
Tuesday Networking Breakfast Business Referral Network (BRN). 7:10am-8:30am at Denny's, 24445 Alicia Pkwy, Mission Viejo (at 5 Fwy, Mervyn's Center). Develop referral relationships while promoting your products and services. Category exclusivity. Comfortably structured. Your 1st meal is on us! Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Mary, 949-470-0822 Email Web
Networking Breakfast Newport Beach Chapter of TEAM. 7:30am-9am at Rudy's Pub & Grill, 3110 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
Get To Know Your One Stop Center Orange County One Stop Westminster. 10am-12pm at the 5405 Garden Grove Blvd Suite 100, Westminster. Free services for your job search. Access to office machines, phones. Mail and electrronic resume distribution service. Career resources, workshops Entry fee: $free. Info, RSVP: Catherine Caldera, 714/241-4900 Email Web
Networking Lunch Fullerton Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1pm at The Meridian Sports Club, 1535 Deerpark Drive, Fullerton. Come join us and get to know potential clients. Lunch features a new speaker each week. RSVP by the preceding Friday. Members: $12. Non-Members: $15. Info, RSVP: Erin Craton, 714-871-3100 Email Web
Surf City Lunch Bunch Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1pm at the Flight Bistro & Social Lounge 8082 Adams Ave. Networking Lunch. Attendance 60-80. Everyone gets a 20 second introduction. Bring plenty of Business Cards and Brochures, Meet new contacts Entry fee: $15. Members: $15. Non-Members: $20. Info, RSVP: Linda Martin, 714-536-8888 Email Web
For You Network Luncheon For You Network, Affiliated w NAFE. 11:30am-1pm at the FoxFire Restaurant, 5717 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim, (714.974.5400). Join us for an informative meeting and an opportunity to introduce your business. March Speaker: Anita Allison, Author, Riding the Wave Inside Out Entry fee: $23. Members: $20. Non-Members: $23. At the door: $23. Info, RSVP: Leigh Godart 714-785-7706 Email Web
Networking Lunch Brea Chapter of TEAM. 11:30am-1pm at Coco's Restuarant, 1250 Imperial Highway, Brea. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
Case Study & Roundtable Discussion Association for Strategic Planning. 5:45pm-8pm at the Doubletree Club Hotel, 7 Hutton Center Drive, Santa Ana . Strategic Reasons for Apollo Group's Success with Dr. Lester Reams, Chair of the Business Programs. Interactive presentation and lively discussion. Members: $45. Non-Members: $55. At the door: $55-65. Info, RSVP: Shridar Ayer, 714-389-9514 Email Web
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16
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HBA Networking Breakfast Meeting!! Hispanic Business Association. 6am-7am at the Panera Bread Rest. 2214 N. Tustin St. Orange 92865. The Early Bird Breakfast Networking Meeting, for those busy entreprenuears with busy schedules, that need to network with other business owners. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Frank Rosales, (714) 776-6265 Email Web
Leadership and Public Speaking Toastmasters Club 417. 7am-8:30am at the Church of the Foothills; 19211 Dodge Avenue in Santa Ana. The most fun you can have at 7am - Prepared & Impromtu speaches as well as Eveluation's; Networking too. Entry fee: $Free. Info, RSVP: Jeff Watson, 949 400-8190 Email Web
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
OCBRG Morning Networking Orange Cty Business Refl Group. 7:15am-8:30am at the First American Title Bldg, (Bldg 2) 1st American Way, Santa Ana. Network with over 45 business professionals from all fields of expertise. Excellent Speakers and Exceptional people Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Russ Alexander, 949-689-5065 Email Web
Rise & Shine Profit Connection Orange Chamber of Commerce.7:30am-9am at Marie Callender's, 307 East Katella Ave., Orange. Network with business professionals in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Be a part of Orange County's premier networking group & promote your company by signing up as a 10-minute presenter. Meeting Cost: $13.00. Info, RSVP: Jackie Tsujimoto, 714-538-3581 Email Web
Wednesday Morning Coffee Club Fullerton Chamber of Commerce. 8am-9am at the Chamber Offices, 444 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton. The event aims at providing members the opportunity to express their thoughts on current issues. Food/ Drink Info, RSVP: Erin Craton, 714-871-3100 Email Web
Breakfast Discussion Group "The Self-Employed Alliance". 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 8:30am-10am at the Coco's Bakery & Restaurant, 12582 Valley View, Garden Grove. A network for sharing ideas, information and solutions with fellow entrepreneurs. Topic: Do You Persuade or Position in Your Marketing Strategy? Entry fee: $FREE, but must purchase breakfast.. Info, RSVP: Marilyn Hall, 714-929-6787 Email
Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
Networking Lunch Networking For Networkers. 11:30am-1pm at various locations in Orange County. Networking lunch for those involved with Seniors & Healthcare industry. Held at different facility every month. Please call for next location. Entry fee: Free. Info, RSVP: Buddy Liberman, 310-986-5256 Email Web
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
Noon Profit Connection Orange Chamber of Commerce. 11:45am-1:30pm at the Opus Italian Restaurant, 3538 East Chapman Ave., Orange. What is Profit? It is the best networking group around. Gather leads, meet new contacts, and have fun! Become a brand in your community. Entry fee at the door: $12. Info, RSVP: James Baker, 714-538-3581 Email
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Santa Ana Business Connection Santa Ana Chamber. 5:00 pm Ð 7:00 pm. Location varies. Cost: $10 plus business card at the door. Info: (714) 541-5353 x110Website
Mergers & Acquisitions TechBiz Connection. 6pm-9pm at the Calit2 at University of California, Irvine. Panel discussion on current trends and issues in the mergers and acquisitions arena. Members: $30. Non-Members: $40. At the door: $40. Info, RSVP: Jack Bicer, Email Web
Toastmasters Club Table Talkers. 6:30pm-7:50pm at the Buena Park Library 7150 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park. Develop Communication and Leadership skills. Visit Table Talkers 1246. Checkout our website. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Bill Fisher, 714-522-6434 Email Web
THURSDAY, APRIL 17
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Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
Networking Breakfast Hispanic Business Association USA. 6am-7am at Starbucks Coffee at 7777 Edinger and Parkside Lane at the Bella Terra Mall, Huntington Beach. Our meetings will be basic on various topics including the book, "The Secret". Motivational Speakes, including the richest man, Mr. Carlos Slym. Free to Members and Non-Members. Info, RSVP: Frank Rosales, 714-776-6265 Email Web
"90-Minute Breakfast Boost" Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. 7am-8:30am at the Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701 Golf Course Drive, C.M. CA. Monthly Networking Breakfast meets third Thursdays except in May, Aug., Nov. and Dec. $15 advance reservations or $20 @ door. RSVP online or w/ Sandy714/885-9090, 714-885-9090 Email Web
OCBRG Morning Networking Orange Cty Business Refl Group. 7:15am-9am at the First American Title Bldg, (Bldg 2) 1st American Way, Santa Ana. Network with over 45 business professionals from all fields of expertise. Excellent Speakers and Exceptional people Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Russ Alexander, 949-689-5065 Email Web
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Weekly Breakfast Millennium Exchange Club. 7:15am-8:30am at the Citrus Cafe, 1481 Edinger Ave, Tustin. A volunteer service organization for men and women who want to serve their communities. We support the Child Abuse Prevention Center of OC. Info, RSVP: Victoria Stokes, 714-209-6514 Email Web
On-Line Resume Building and Distribution. Using GadBall.com, an on-line resume building and resume distribution program, participants will receive one-on-one resume building assistance. Mondays, 9a - 12pm. FREE. O.C. One-Stop Center, 125 Technology, Irvine. RESERVATIONS: 949-341-8000 Web
RBN Networking Luncheon & Mini Expo Relationship Building Network (RBN). 11am-1:30pm at the Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave. Seal Beach. Meet & Network with over 90 Businesses in an Expo Format. Great Speaker & Topic. Self Introductions and Leads PLUS Great Food & Venue. Do Not Miss It! Members: $25. Non-Members: $35. Info, RSVP: Yousef Shafiee, 949-830-5776 Email Web
South County Chambers "Networkers" Generally meets every Thurs 11:30a-1:30pm at The Holiday Inn on La Paz in Laguna Hills. $16. Mark Furlan (949)635-1643 email Web
Golf & Business Networking FORE Networking. 12pm-2pm at the Meadowlark Golf Course, 16782 Graham St., Huntington Beach. Network, Lunch, Speakers & Golf Instruction. Network with business professionals who share a common interest: GOLF. Entry fee: $35.00. Info, RSVP: Sinnary Sam, 949-933-2750 Email Web

Noon Branch Meeting Huntington Beach Host Lions Club. 12pm-1:30pm at the La Choza Mexican Restaurant, 7402 Edinger Ave, H.B.. The H.B. Host Lions Club is starting a new branch that meets at 12:00 Noon on Thursdays. Come and learn all about this wonderful service organization. Entry fee: TBD. Info, RSVP: Leonard Gleason, 714-375-7147 Email
2008 Business EXPO Tustin Chamber of Commerce. 4pm-8pm at the Straub Distributing, 2701 Dow Ave, Tustin. Experience the Mini Taste of Tustin, Exhibit Boots, Networking Opportunities, and Entertainment. Call the chamber to participate as an exhibitor. Entry fee: $10. Info, RSVP: Irene Jones, 714-544-5341 Email Web
APC Speaker & Networking Dinner Assoc. of Professional Consultants . 5pm-8:30pm at the DoubleTree Club Hotel, 7 Hutton Centre Dr., Santa Ana. Networking, dinner & speaker program. Members: $40. Non-Members: $60. At the door: $+5. Info, RSVP: Denise Ross, 800-745-5050 Email Web
NAPM-OC Dinner/Networking Meeting NAPM-Orange County. 6pm-9pm at the Irvine/Airport Hilton, 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612. Have dinner, network & listen to a Purchasing related speaker. Reservations are required no later than noon Monday prior to the mtg. (Dark in Dec) Entry fee: $30.00. Members: $Free. Non-Members: $30.00. Info, RSVP: NAPM-OC office, 714-955-6978 Email Web
Business @ 5 After Hours Mixer Orange Chamber of Commerce. 5pm-7pm at the Hwy Auto, 890 N. Batavia St. Orange, 92868 (714)532-4499. Please Join us for our Business @ 5 mixer! Food*Networking *50/50* Door Prizes! Members bring a friend and you both get in for $10! See you there!! Members: $10. Non-Members: $15. Info, RSVP: Mark Flores, 714-538-3581 Email
Spring Social Association for Corporate Growth. 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Goat Hill Tavern, 1830 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. Join us for "Burgers & Beers" at the Goathill Tavern in Costa Mesa! The In-N-Out cookout trailer will serve the burgers, Goathill will serve the beers Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Erin Bello, 714-259-1224 Email Web
Toastmasters Club Meeting The Contrarians. 6:30pm-8pm at the OC One-Stop Center, 125 Technology Dr Ste. 200 Irvine CA 92618. Regular club meeting. Learn to communicate more confidently and effectively in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Varied agenda/speakers each wk. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Michelle Alba-Lim, 714-273-0743 Email Web
ProVision Network Meeting/Dinner ProVision Network. 6:30pm-9:30pm at the Mimi's Cafe (Barranca/Culver) in Irvine. PVN is a national organization of Christian entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals united in one purpose - networking through relationships. Members: $20.00. Non-Members: $30.00. Info, RSVP: Debra Smeltzer, Chapter President, 949-975-7588 Email Web
FRIDAY, APRIL 18
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Kiwanis Club of Tustin. Typically hosts a weekly Breakfast meeting at Citrus Cafe, Redhill and Edinger in Tustin every Friday at 7am. Contact: Howie Subnick, 714-505-5805 Email
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
Golf & Business Networking FORE Networking. 7:30am-9:30am at the Rancho San Joaquin Golf Course, 1 Ethel Coplen Way, Irvine. Network, Breakfast, Speakers & Golf Instruction. Network with business professionals who share a common interest: GOLF. Entry fee: $35.00. Info, RSVP: Sinnary Sam, 949-933-2750 Email Web

Networking Breakfast Huntington Beach chapter of TEAM. 7:30am-9am at Sonny's Restuarant, 19810 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
RBN Special Focus Group Luncheon Relationship Building Network (RBN). 11am-1:30pm at the Clubhouse Restaurant. 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa. Elegant Sit-Down Board Room Style Luncheon to discuss your Business Needs & Target Market. Advance Reservation & Pre-paid Admission IS REQUIRED! Entry fee: $25. Info, RSVP: Yousef Shafiee, 949-830-5776 Email Web
Business Development Group Friday Sales Team. 11:30am-1pm at the Keno's, Anaheim Hills. Weekly Business Development Group. We focus on topics to help you build your business ... unlike any other networking group. Meet quality people! Entry fee: $49. Members: $12. Non-Members: $12. At the door: $20. Info, RSVP: Todd Moeller, 714-404-9540 Email Web
SA Business Connection Luncheon Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1pm at the Hoilday Inn, OC, 2756 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana. This is a great networking luncheon for all business professionals. We invite you to come and enjoy food, drinks and socializing at this fun event. Entry fee: $20 w/ RSVP. At the door: $30. Info, RSVP: Nancy, 714-541-5353 Email Web
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
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4th Annual Spring Fling Fundraiser For You Network. 10am-4pm at the Kellogg West Conference Center Cal Poly 3801 Temple Ave Pomona. 4th Annual Spring Fling Fund Raiser featuring Lunch, Hat Contest, Scavenger Hunt, Silent Auction , 19 Vendor booths for Shopping, Networking and FUN Members: $40.00. Non-Members: $45.00. At the door: no tickets sold at door. Info, RSVP: Robbie Motter, Chairperson, 888-244-4420 Email Web

OC Health and Wellness Expo OC Health and Wellness Expo. 10am-6pm at the Marshall Reddick Learning Center, 1691 Kettering, Irvine, 92614. These leading-edge events will be host to over 60 exhibitors and 8 speakers speaking on a variety of alternative, complimentary health topics and ECO. Entry fee: $ . At the door: $10.00. Info, RSVP: Brad Axelrad, 714-330-4031 Email Web
A Taste of Rancho Rancho Santa Margarita in the Civic Plaza behind the Bell Tower. 4-8pm. Free admission. Taste tickets $1. Festivities include The Go Green Expo. Concert after provided by Rotary del Sol. 949-635-1800. Web
SUNDAY, APRIL 20
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Event to Inspire Career Growth Career Builders. 9:30am-10:30am at the Tower of Hope, 3rd Floor Crystal Cathedral 12141 Lewis Street, Garden Grove. Weekly meeting. Mission: provide encouragement, inspiration, info, leadership for career mgmt growth. Dynamic guest speakers, CLICK to see a list. Entry fee: FREE. Info, RSVP: Robbie Motter, VP of Communication, 888-244-4420 Email Web
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