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Michiana MEDA: Local Business people and economic realities

2009-08-31T18:50:34.000Z

When: Thu Mar 11, 2010 11:30pm to Fri Mar 12, 2010 2am UTC

Where: Karen's Cafe in Goshen
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Mark your calendar for Thursday, March 11, to come hear local businesspeople speak about the economic realities that entrepreneurs currently face. Shelley Moore, board president of ASSETS Elkhart County (www.assetsindiana.org), and Tyler Springer of Springer Designs (www.springerdesigninc.com) will share stories of entrepreneurship and its advantages and challenges at 6:30 p.m. at Karen's Cafe (formerly the Checkerberry Inn - 62535 CR 17) in Goshen. RSVP by Monday, March 8, by calling 877-787-6332, by emailing reservations@michianameda.org, or by going to www.michianameda.org. You will receive a confirmation with your reservation. Meal and program costs are $20 for non-members, $15 for members, and $5 for students. Please indicate any special dietary needs with your reservation.

Michiana MEDA: Healthcare Costs You Can Control

2009-08-31T18:49:40.000Z

When: Thu Jan 14, 2010

Where: TBA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Dr. Glen E. Miller, MD will present practical ways for individuals and businesses to significantly lower the cost of healthcare. Dr. Miller is an author and also works in overseas development.

Michiana MEDA: Peru

2009-08-31T18:51:35.000Z

When: Thu May 13, 2010

Where: TBA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Dean Rhodes, Associate Professor of Spanish at Goshen College, will talk about his experiences in Peru.

Michiana MEDA Annual Business Tour: Amish Entrepreneurs

2009-08-31T18:46:27.000Z

When: Sat Oct 24, 2009 12:30pm to 2:30pm UTC

Where: 10525 West 325 North, Shipshewana (home of Henry and Carolyn Yoder)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The annual business tour is in October this year! On Saturday, October 24 at 8:30 a.m., come for breakfast at the home of Henry and Carolyn Yoder (10525 West 325 North, Shipshewana). Following breakfast, Freeman Miller, who works with Amish entrepreneurs to promote their businesses, will explain his role, how he helps businesses succeed, and the challenges Amish businesses face as they interact with the broader business world. After the program, the group will tour three Amish woodworking businesses in LaGrange County. The tour provides an excellent chance to learn about the marketing strategies that the Amish employ and about the unique challenges and opportunities they have. It’s also a great way to get acquainted with several small and family businesses. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot by calling 87-RSVP-MEDA (877-787-6332), by emailing reservations@michianameda.org or by going to www.michianameda.org. Meal and program costs are $15 for members, $20 for non-members, and $5 for students. Please indicate any special dietary needs with your reservation.

Michiana MEDA: Through the Garden Gate: An Update

2009-08-31T18:48:13.000Z

When: Tue Nov 10, 2009

Where: TBA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lana Mo, Horticulturalist in Afghanistan, works with "Through the Garden Gate" and will talk about the role she serves and give an update on the project.

Michiana MEDA Kick-off Event

2009-08-11T15:01:30.000Z

When: Thu Sep 10, 2009 10:30pm to Fri Sep 11, 2009 1am UTC

Where: Bread and Chocolate (1401 Lincolnway East, Goshen)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: “From MEDA to the Gates Foundation” Come for dinner and a program with Joyce Lehman, Program Officer for Microfinance at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Joyce will share some of her work experiences at both MEDA and the Gates Foundation and will explain current micro-finance projects that the Gates Foundation is currently working on. RSVP by Friday, September 4 by calling 87-RSVP-MEDA (877-787-6332), by emailing reservations@michianameda.org or by going to www.michianameda.org. Program and meal costs are $15 for members, $20 for non-members and $5 for students. Please indicate any special dietary needs with your reservation.

MEDA Board and Michiana MEDA Dinner Meeting

2009-05-21T17:39:47.000Z

When: Sat Jun 6, 2009 10pm to Sun Jun 7, 2009 1am UTC

Where: Reith Recital Hall, Goshen College
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Allan Sauder, MEDA president, will speak on “Business Solutions to Poverty: The Gift of Peace.” Lowell Nafziger will give a Michiana MEDA Update. The Goshen College student jazz ensemble will perform. Dinner catered by Bread & Chocolate. $20 ticket payable at the door. RSVP by May 26 to Kathleen Yoder, (kyoder@meda.org or 717-560-6546).

Michiana MEDA international dinner and annual business meeting

2009-04-08T19:15:31.000Z

When: Thu May 7, 2009

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Michiana MEDA international dinner and annual business meeting. “Through the Garden Gate: Afghanistan.” For more information visit www.michianameda.org. RSVP by calling 87-RSVP-MEDA (877-787-6332), by emailing reservations@michianameda.org or by going to www.michianameda.org.