As a proud member of several different business associations and networks in Edmonton, I have enjoyed participating in many networking events throughout this great city. What I enjoy most about these events is being “social” with fellow members and guests. While business often arises from meeting and connecting with great people it is never about…
Guest blog by Mike Melenberg Greg Burghardt, president of Arrow Engineering Inc., started the company with two partners and a handful of dedicated employees nearly six years ago. Their small office’s initial offerings were mechanical and civil engineering consultation for the built industry. The company was started, however, to be more than “just another company.”
In my business experience, it is wonderful to see when individuals Network with the “intent” on building a solid, long term relationship. They are not handing out their business cards like a Black Jack dealer. Networking is defined as a supportive system of sharing information and services among individuals and groups having a common interest….
In our part of the world, (Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia) we are seeing and feeling the business engines starting to turn on…..Big time! Within our business community (Edmonton) and with our corporate clients it is common to hear 20%, 35% or 50% growth projections in business in the next 12 to 18 months. These…
