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PROGRAM
Professional Development Boot Camp Get Your Business in Shape
Client Centricity: What It Is and How It Can Impact Your Bottom Line 9:15 – 10:15 am - Catherine Mitchell, One Voice Productions Inc.
A client-centric approach translates to: More business. Better business. More joy. More inspiration. Less stress. And better technical skills. Working through some “game-changing” exercises, you will learn how to be client-centric and will leave this session with simple ideas you can put into place in your business immediately.
WSIB Bill 119: How do the new rules apply to my business? 10:45 – 11:45 am - Ryan Connelly, Subject Matter Expert , WSIB Ontario
WSIB Bill 119 came into effect on January 1st, 2013 affecting decorating and design professionals. This session will provide in-depth information on the changes reflected in the bill and who it affects. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions of the Subject Matter Expert representative from WSIB Ontario.
Risk Management and Business Insurance 11:45 am - 12:15 pm - Neil Felder, Insurance Specialist, LMS PROLINK Ltd.
Decorators are faced with making dozens of decisions each day. Managing your exposure to lawsuits is an important consideration for all professionals. Neil will provide an in-depth overview of the various types of Business Insurance that decorators and designers should consider for protection. He will also outline CDECA’s insurance program tailored for members.
Interactive Panel on Sourcing 1:45 – 2:30 pm
This interactive panel will discuss best sourcing practices as well as tips and techniques. Attendees will be able to ask questions of the CDECA Accredited and Affiliate Member panellists.
Project Management Critical Success Factors 3:00 – 4:00 pm Andrew R. Thomas, PMP, Project Management Consultant
Haveyoueverfoundyourselfscramblingtogetafixonwhat’shappeningwithyourproject? Doyoufindyourself wonderinghowyougotintothemessthatyou’reinandpromisingyourselfnevertoletithappenagain? Thissession will look at best practices that are known to lead to project success. These practices include: assembling the right team, having clearly articulated goals and objectives, effectively engaging the client, understanding who all the stakeholders are and what motivates them...these are just a few of the key topics examined in this presentation.
