Women’s Entrepreneur Resource Event 7/31/14

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Diversity Solutions Marketing presents…a Women’s Entrepreneur Resource Event on July 31, 2014 at the Hilton Garden Inn-Allen. 
Spend the day networking with businesses resources, listen to professionals speak about social media, closing the sale, time management software, funding opportunities and more. Relax in the “networking lounge” adjacent to the ballroom and have that one on one or break for coffee or tea. 

 

Email Stephanie@DiversitySolutionsTX.com for more details.

Website: http://www.WomenEntre1.com/ and use code WERE14 to get $3 off your ticket.

 

Upcoming Women Entrepreneur Resource Event

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Diversity Solutions Marketing is proud to announce our first annual Women Entrepreneur Resource Event on July 31st, 2014.

This is your one stop shop in finding resources for your small business and listening to great speakers.  Topics include Crowdfunding, Time Management, Email Marketing, Social Media, Organizing Your Office and so much more.

Vendor tables, sponsorship opportunities, and door prizes needed.  Email Stephanie@DiversitySolutionsTX.com for the info.

You do not want to miss out on this July 31, 2014 event at the lovely Hilton Garden Inn-Allen.
 
For more information, go to http://www.WomenEntre1.com and check out the details.

 

 

Scribble Cakes-Taking DFW By Storm

 

 

 

I have the honor and privilege to know Kim Matthews, owner of Scribble Cakes.  What started off as an idea for her granddaughter’s birthday party led to a full fledge business days later.  Scribble Cakes has been going strong in the DFW area for over four years.

What is Scribble Cakes?

The concept is quite unique and fun.  You get to decorate your cake and eat it too!!!  Kim specializes in the following:

–Birthdays       -Social Events      -Team Building (Corporate and social)     -Scouts (Boys and Girls)

-Bachelorette   -Fund Raisers      -Wedding & Baby Showers     -Home school    -Girls Night Out

-Day care    -Cake wars (great for teens & adults as well)     -Themed parties (Princess, Hello Kitty, Superman, and more)

The sky is the limit and those attending a Scribble Cakes party does not need to have a creative or artistic background.  Kim walks everyone through the steps and assures them that it can be done.

She brings all the materials for everyone.  Just let her setup and she’ll do the rest.  If you have a special request such as vegan, halal or gluten free…no problem. 

There are hundreds of photos on her website and Facebook page.  How do you choose?  Not an easy task at all but I handpicked a few.

 

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From a small business point, Kim manages to stay busy with very or little advertising.  She’s selective on her marketing efforts and weighs out all options to make sure if fits the need of her business and the budget as well.  As a participant of my numerous workshops and training sessions, Kim’s vision for the future is to continue to grow and branch out into other areas.  Several businesses similar to Scribble Cakes have opened and closed since her start over four years ago.  I believe Kim’s idea, her personality and just her fun presence and the ease (or patience) throughout the process makes people come back.

This is one small business to look out for.

 

 

2014 Update & Training Topics

 

Happy 2014 Blog Followers:

I just wanted to give my readers an update for Diversity Solutions Marketing.

Over the holiday season, I took some time off from blogging and focused on setting goals and working on upcoming training topics for 2014.  In the past few weeks, I became a Constant Contact Solution Provider and added Email Marketing as one of the services I provide.  Hopefully in time, I will be an Authorized Local Representative giving presentations all over the Dallas Fort-Worth Area.

Speaking of training opportunities, I am excited to have our first training of 2014.  It’s a goal setting session using the S.M.A.R.T. theory for those that missed the one held in December.   Other sessions this year will include:

Networking 101 – An entry level training for those new to networking or want to refresh their skills

Low Cost Marketing– This is a detailed training that provides different type of low cost marketing options for small business owners that they can implement in their busy lives, especially those without a marketing staff.

SWOT – The analysis focused on a company’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. We will help analyze our individual business or jobs to determine how we can improve using this platform.

Target Market-  This training goes over identifying who your target and sub target markets are and developing a plan to reach them both using your resources.

 Group Brainstorming Sessions– These are ongoing sessions that offer group feedback to each other.  Business owners are presented an area of concern they are dealing with.  During the feedback time, constructive criticism is given.

Image Goal Setting– While goals are usually set at the beginning for ending of the year, these sessions can occur anytime.  Mid-year goal setting sessions along with new goal setting sessions are also available. Accountability partners are also assigned.

This is just a small list of what is yet to come.  It’s going to be an exciting year.  Are you ready to work on your business?

Diversity Solutions will also be working on these trainings not only in the DFW are but also via webinar.

Exciting news in 2014. 

Stephanie Franco

 

 

 

Dallas “Small Business” Black Friday Sales

As a small business owner and avid “shop local” supporter, I developed a short list of a few businesses in the Dallas area offering Black Friday Deals.

Bagadocious
Personalized Accessory Covers
http://www.Bagadocious.com
Black Friday Special: Shop bagadocious.com w/code “BLACKBAG” on Black Friday only for 65% off any size accessory cover! Free shipping on orders $99 and up.

 

The Uber Shop
Clothing Store which saves you 50-70% off retail
http://www.ubershop.net
Black Friday Special: Selection of $5 men’s and women’s sweaters, $5 pajamas, and $5 kids jeans.
Location:
6905 Avenue K, Suite 204
Plano, Texas 75074

 

SheNOW
Online Women’s Magazine (Based in Dallas with distribution internationally)
www.SheNOW.org
Black Friday Special: 25% off National Advertising Packages
Contact: Sales@SheNOW.org

 

Find Your Designs
Digital Photoshop Guru
http://www.findyourdesigns.com
Black Friday Special: 50% off all Digital Designs Invitations, Custom Party supplies, Business Marketing Materials, Unique Gifts and Much Much more!!!

 

Trainer In PINK
Fitness & Training
http://www.trainerinpink.com
Black Friday Specials: Free consultation and 1/2 off your first training session!

 

Dust or Us Concierge & Commercial CleaningConcierge & Commercial Cleaning
https://www.facebook.com/dustorusdallasBlack Friday Special: $10 off concierge services and $20 off commercial cleaning

 

Big Mikey’s Landscape
Based In Denton, Serving all of DFW
Inquire via facebook regarding their Black Friday Special

 

Clean Cuisine Cooking for a Healthier Lifestyle
Cooking for a Healthier Lifestyle
www.cleancuisineusa.com
www.facebook.com/cleancuisineBlack Friday/Holiday Specials 20 to 30% off of selected NutraEase’s 316 TI Cookware Pieces and Sets
Along with a purchase you will receive a free cookbook and monthly cooking classes.
Please contact: Vivian James at 214-649-7105

 

If you know of any small business Black Friday deals in Dallas or any other area, feel free to post it in the comment section. Let’s support small businesses!!!