Monday, January 11, 2010

Brochure for Annie's Project online

The registration flyer for the upcoming Annie's Project to be held at the OSU Agricultural Business Enhancement Center is available online: http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/hydroponics/brochures/2010_Annies_flyer.pdf.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Annie's Project

Beginning next week, the OSU Extension ABE Center will be hosting the first session of Annie’s Project – a program designed to empower green industry and farm women to be better business partners!   Participants will find answers, strength and friendship and will grow in confidence and business skills.   Classes will be held Tuesday evening beginning at 5:30 with a light dinner and will conclude by 9:00 pm.  The class schedule is as follows:

 

January 12 – Introduction, communication and goal setting

January 19 – Financial statements, record keeping, working with lenders

January 26 – Insurance and liability issues, risk tolerance and management

February 2 – Retirement issues, business and farm transition

February 9 – Retail and direct marketing, social media and internet

February 16 – Stress management and nutrition, program conclusion

 

Registration cost is $65 per person and includes all program materials and meals!  Registration details and information can be found at:  http://abe.osu.edu/upcoming-events

 

Please forward this announcement to individuals who might be interested in participating! 

Thank you,

Beth

 

 

Beth Fausey, Ph.D.

Floriculture and Hydroponic Vegetable Extension Educator

Director, Agricultural Business Enhancement Center

Ohio State University Extension

639 S. Dunbridge Rd., Suite 4

Bowling Green, OH 43402

Phone:    419-354-6916 ext.11

Toll Free: 800-358-4678

Fax:        419-354-6416

www.abe.osu.edu

www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/hydroponics