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Don't miss the 1st annual business conference and tradeshow, November 7, 2018 in Penticton.
Who: Distillery, brewery, cidery and winery owners/presidents, managers, team leads, operations, production, sales staff, growers, makers, and industry suppliers.
What: for·ti·fy is a one-day business conference and tradeshow for fermenters and distillers, featuring presentations from industry professionals and experts.
This conference is coordinated by the Business Alliance for Artisan Fermenters and Distillers and topics will include: finance and operations; human resources, government/regulatory; sales and marketing, & more. Keynote, panel discussions, workshops, and a 7100+ sq.ft. trade show with industry trade suppliers displaying products and services. for·ti·fy was established to fill a need across industries for education, training and network opportunities to help BC’s breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries affordably access business supports and tools to increase viability and profitability.
When: Wednesday, November 7th, 2018
Where: Penticton Lakeside Resort, 21 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC
Why: Meet industry experts, learn industry secrets, do business, network and enjoy great BC products.
for·ti·fy is a one-day business conference and tradeshow for fermenters and distillers, featuring presentations from industry professionals and experts. This conference is coordinated by the Business Alliance for Artisan Fermenters and Distillers and builds on the popular Industry Round table previously hosted by MNP and FCC.
Themes and topics will include: finance and operations; human resources, government/regulatory; sales and marketing, & more. Keynote, panel discussions, workshops and a 7100+ sq.ft. trade show with industry trade suppliers displaying products and services. Fortify was established to fill a need across industries for education, training and network opportunities to help BC’s breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries affordably access business supports and tools to increase viability and profitability.
Confirmed Topics & Speakers
- Paul Rickett, Building Loyalty In Your Retail and Licensee Channels
- Christine Coletta, Defining and Telling Your Story
- Leann Froese, Dealing With The Media: Handling queries and Reaching Out to Get Your Story Told
- Joanne Sasvari, Dealing With The Media: Handling queries and Reaching Out to Get Your Story Told
- Mark Hicken, Update on Liquor Policy Review and Changes
- Randy Brown, How To Pass Every Liquor Inspection
- Shea Coulson, How To Pass Every Liquor Inspection
- Gillian McGregor, Human Resources Basics, Government Regulation and You
- Arlene Keis, Winning Employee Retention Strategies for Today
- Sandra Oldfield, Health and Safety for Business Owners
- Steve Marino, Health and Safety for Business Owners
Details: All sessions, trade show, meals and beverages included in ticket price. See https://fortifyconference.ca for more conference information