strategic planning in a down MARKET! Presented by: Michael Vann, Principal, The Vann Group, Springfield, MA Springfield, MA-June 18, 2008 - The Regional Technology Corporation (RTC) is pleased to announce a FREE educational business seminar, "Strategic Planning in a Down Market" on Friday, July 18th, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m., in the Tele-Classroom at the Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) Technology Park in Springfield, MA. The RTC's guest presenter for this timely seminar is RTC Member, Michael K. Vann, Principal, The Vann Group http://www.vann-group.com <http://www.vann-group.com/> of Springfield. "Driven by a passion that is fueled by helping companies understand the approach of transforming from what is to what can be achieved", Mr. Vann has a knack for redefining and challenging commonly held perceptions and creating a strategy for success. Most people believe a down market is a good time to sit and watch what happens next. In reality, according to Mike Vann, the best time to undertake strategic planning is when economic and business conditions are at their worst. This session will focus on how to craft a strategic plan that recognizes the challenges of surviving a downturn - while positioning your company to excel when conditions improve. In addition to highlighting key areas of strategic planning the session will also provide case studies and examples of companies that have been successful in positioning their businesses in times of economic uncertainty. Per RTC President, Ellen Bemben, "This session is offered at no charge by the RTC and Mike Vann as an opportunity for our members and the business community in general to learn about proven tactics and techniques for potential use in their own businesses - and in a down market. By working together in this unique economy, we ALL win." "Mike Vann is also an RTC Board member and for a very good reason - he's darn good at what he does! The Vann Group is highly regarded. You don't get this high a level of business advice - for free - very often. I strongly recommend early registration for this one!" This July 18th event is FREE to both RTC members and non-members. However, advance registration is positively required. Contact Suzanne Parker at sparker at rtccentral.com <mailto:sparker at rtccentral.com> or 413-755-1301 to register. April Y. Cloutier Director of Operations Regional Technology Corporation (RTC) An Affiliate of the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council (EDC) 1441 Main Street, Suite 136 Springfield, MA 01103 (413) 755-1314 www.rtccentral.com <http://www.rtccentral.com> -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.hidden-tech.net/pipermail/hidden-discuss/attachments/20080619/b72bca09/attachment.html