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ONGOING MEETINGS

MEETING: The North City Leads Club meets for networking. Wednesdays, 7:15am. Le Peep Grill, 13385 Poway Rd. (800) 783-3761

MEETING: The Beach Cities Leads Club meets for networking. Wednesdays, noon. Paradise Point Resort, 1404 W. Vacation Rd. (800) 783-3761.

MEETING: The Coastal Leads Club meets for networking. Tuesdays, noon. El Camino Country Club, 3202 Vista Way, Oceanside. (800) 783-3761.

MEETING: The El Cajon Leads Club meets for networking. Tuesdays, 7:15am. Coco's Restaurant, 1324 E. Main St. (800) 783-3761.

MEETING: Mind Masters meets to brainstorm business and planning strategies for mastering the changing marketplace. Fridays, 7-8:30am. $7. Monterey Whaling Company, 901 Camino del Rio S. (858) 467-9091.

MEETING: Mind Masters meets to brainstorm business and planning strategies for mastering the changing marketplace. Saturdays, 7:30-9am. 4th Floor Conference Room, 3111 Camino del Rio N. (858) 467-9091.

MEETING: The Carlsbad Leads Club meets for networking. Thursdays, 12:15pm. El Camino Country Club, 3202 Vista Way, Oceanside. (800) 783-3761.

MEETING: The Ramona Leads Club meets for networking. Wednesdays, noon. Call for location. (800) 783-3761.

MEETING: The BIA Toastmasters meets to practice public speaking and network. Fridays, 7-8:30am. $5 for members, no charge for guests. Building Industry Association building, 6336 Greenwich Dr., Ste. A. (619) 558-1680.

MEETING: The San Diego Optimist Club. Tuesdays, noon. No charge. Bayside Bar & Grill. (619) 525-2848.

MEETING: The EncourageMint is a business club dedicated to helping entrepreneurs maintain and expand a reality-based positive attitude. Tuesdays, noon-1:30pm. Koko Palm Restaurant, 850 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad. (760) 730-3353.

MEETING: Referral Exchange of San Diego meets for networking. Tuesdays, 7-8:30am. Kearny's Restaurant, 8310 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. (619) 702-4244.

MEETING: Mind Masters meets to brainstorm business and planning strategies for mastering the changing marketplace. Thursdays, 7:30-9am. $6. Le Peep of Encinitas, 897 S. Coast Hwy. 101. (858) 467-9091.

MEETING: Stadium Toastmasters meets to practice public speaking and improve communication and leadership skills. Fridays, 7-8:30am. Free breakfast for first-time guests. Monterey Whaling Company, Mission Valley Hilton, 901 Camino del Rio S. (858) 350-8790.

MEETING: Palomar Airport Toastmasters is a supportive group of professionals looking to develop their speaking skills and meet friends. Tuesday, 7-8:15am. Farmers Insurance Group Building, 5815 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. (760) 661-7032

MEETING: Towne Center Toastmasters meets every Thursday to enhance public speaking and leadership skills. Be our guest at MP3.com. 11:45am-1pm. 4790 Eastgate Mall. (858) 270-1100

MEETING: Business leads are what LeTip of Greater San Diego is all about. Come meet your sales force. Tuesdays, 7-8:30am. Monterey Whaling Company, 901 Camino del Rio S. (619) 224-7145.

MEETING: NFS—Network For Success meets the first Tuesday of every month. (858) 622-0066, Ext. 225.

MEETING: Coastal Business Partners is a group of growth-oriented professionals and business owners committed to business success through networking. First and third Thursdays, 9am. UTC. (858) 622-0066, Ext. 265.

MEETING: East Co. Referrals Inc. Business owners committed to success through networking meet Thursday mornings. 7:30-8:30am. Tylers of Texas, 576 N. 2nd, El Cajon. (619) 497-1675.

MEETING: Receive what you need to move your business forward by helping others receive what they need next at GRiN, the Give & Receive Integrity Network, led by Janet Honek. First and third Tuesdays, 11:30am-1pm. $11 includes lunch, beverage, tax and gratuity. Gentleman's Choice Restaurant, San Marcos. (760) 602-8435.

MIXER: San Diego Breakfast Mixer Networking and Referrals. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7:30am. $6. Jimmy's Restaurant, 3577 Midway Dr., Point Loma. (858) 621-6710.


WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

MEETING: The San Diego Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals discusses "Table Topics: A Day In The Life Of An Administrative Professional." Networking at 5pm, dinner at 6pm, program at 7pm. $23 for members, $28 for nonmembers. Casa Guadalajara Restaurant, 4105 Taylor St., Old Town. Reservation required. (619) 264-3557.

MEETING: New, renewing and prospective San Diego World Trade Center members are invited to a Presentation of SDWTC Business Services & Member Benefits. 4pm. No charge. 1250 6th Ave. (619) 615-0868, Ext. 100.

THURSDAY, JULY 6

BREAKFAST: The AEA HR Roundtable hosts a breakfast on "The Vision Paradox" with Steve Farber, v.p., Tom Peters Company. 7:15-9am. $30 for AEA members; $50 for nonmembers. La Jolla Marriott, 4240 La Jolla Village Dr. dawn_cox@aeanet.org or call (858) 452-9289.

COURSE: The San Diego Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management presents the two-day "Financing and Valuation Strategies for Real Estate Assets" in its "Asset Management Track." 8:30am-5pm. $375 for members, $470 for nonmembers. National University, 4007 Camino del Rio S. (619) 209-2997.

EVENT: All Employment Weekly Job Fair. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (505) 836-2790.

MEETING: A Member Profile, featuring 8-minute presentations from various members, is this month's program at the San Diego Women's Network. 5:30-8pm. $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers. Mission Valley Marriott, 8757 Rio San Diego Dr. (619) 491-4104.

MEETING: The Financial Tech Services Department of the city of San Diego presents a Quarterly Management Meeting. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (619) 236-6990.

SATURDAY, JULY 8

EVENT: The two-day Toys For Big Boys And Girls consumer show showcases hundreds of luxury/lifestyle and adventure goods and services. Through July 9. 10am-6pm. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (800) 722-3976.

EXAM: Notary Exam. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (916) 263-3624, Ext. 3036.

EXAM: CHP Exam. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (916) 263-3624, Ext. 3073.

WORKSHOP: "Business Principles for New and Existing Businesses," sponsored by SCORE. 8:30am-4pm. $45 in advance, $55 at the door. Webster University, 6480 Weathers Pl. Also held July 25 at Pacific Bell Directory. (619) 557-7272.

TUESDAY, JULY 11

MEETING: San Diego Port Commission. Regular meeting, 1pm. 3165 Pacific Hwy., Board Room. (619) 686-6206.

MIXER: Women in Cable and Telecommunications presents a mixer at Palominos. Open WICT meeting, 5:30pm; mixer, 6pm. $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. La Jolla. (760) 639-1686.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

COURSE: The San Diego Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management presents the two-day "Measuring Performance of Real Estate Assets" in its "Asset Management Track." 8:30am-5pm. $375 for members, $470 for nonmembers. National University, 4007 Camino del Rio S. (619) 209-2997.

EVENT: The Newschool of Architecture presents an Open House. 6pm. Newschool of Architecture, 1249 F St. (619) 235-4100, Ext. 112.

EVENT: The Golden Triangle Chamber presents a Business Expo. 5:30-7:30pm. No charge for entrance; display space is $10 for members, $40 for nonmembers. Costa Verde Shopping Center, corner of Genesee and Noble. (858) 453-2212.

EVENT: Leading designers compete for coveted awards for the latest in residential design when the American Institute of Building Design holds its 50th anniversary convention and design awards. Through July 16. U.S. Grant Hotel, 326 Broadway. (800) 366-2423.

MEETING: The San Diego Industrial Recreation Council presents a luncheon meeting with speaker Carolyn West, City of San Diego. 11am-1pm. $16. Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S. (619) 298-6171.

MEETING: Meet volunteers from other participating companies when the American Heart Association holds a Company Leader/Team Captain Kickoff Breakfast for its annual san Diego American Heart Walk in September. 7:30-9am. Doubletree Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Dr. (619) 291-7454.

SEMINAR: Don't Get Caught in the Web! The Internet, E-Commerce and the Law is presented by law firm Presseisen & Reidelbach. Noon. $20 includes lunch. Enterprise Technology Center, 225 Broadway, Ste. 1750. (619) 234-4057.

THURDSDAY, JULY 13

BREAKFAST: Speaker Jessie J. Knight Jr., president and CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber, is presented at The San Diego World Trade Center's Monthly Breakfast. 7:30-9am. $25 for members, $35 for nonmembers. University Club, Symphony Towers, 750 B St. (619) 615-0868, Ext. 110.

EVENT: Senet Job Fair. Through July 14. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (626) 336-8306.

MEETING: "Workstyle Personality" with speaker Anne Clark is presented at the meeting of The South County Personnel Association. 11:30am-1pm. $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. San Diego Country Club, 88 L St., Chula Vista. (619) 671-3320.

MEETING: The San Diego County Hotel-Motel Association presents its monthly membership meeting featuring Doug Myers, executive director, Zoological Society of San Diego. 11:30am. $20 in advance, $30 at the door or late. Zoofari Party Area, San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. Make reservation by July 11. (619) 224-2811.

WORKSHOP: Nonprofit Management Solutions sponsors "Building Nonprofit Boards That Work." 5:30-8:30pm. $40-$50. Nonprofit Management Solutions office, 8265 Vickers St., Ste. C. (858) 292-5702.

FRIDAY, JULY 14

COURSE: The San Diego Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management presents "Applying Investment Criteria to Real Estate Asset Decisions" in its "Asset Management Track." 8:30am-5pm. $250 for members, $310 for nonmembers. National University, 4007 Camino del Rio S. (619) 209-2997.

EVENT: CCIM, SDCCAR and NAIOP present a Top Gun Presentation, "How to Maximize Your Peak Pressure Performance," with Bill Driscoll, first v.p., CB Richard Ellis. 7:30-9am. $30 for CCIM, SDCCAR and NAIOP members, $40 for nonmembers. La Jolla Marriott, 4240 La Jolla Village Dr. (619) 234-2243.

LUNCHEON: The San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum features Charlie Jones and Kim Doren at its Sports at Lunch program. 11:30am. $25 for members, $35 for nonmembers. San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum, Federal Bldg., 2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park. (619) 234-4542, Ext 321.

MEETING: Centre City Development Corp. Board. 8:30am. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 235-2200.

PRESENTATION: KPMG and Athena/UCSD Connect host "Finance 102—Debt vs. Equity," including a panel discussion with Susan G. Swenson, Susan Danish and Philip Schneider moderated by Maria Walker. 7:15-9am. $25 for Athena members, $35 for nonmembers. La Jolla Marriott, 4240 La Jolla Village Dr. (858) 534-6114.

SATURDAY, JULY 15

SEMINAR: PaineWebber hosts Investing on the Information Superhighway: How to Invest in the Leading technologies Today with speaker David Hirons. 9-10:30am. No charge to guests. Hilton Garden Inn, 6450 Carlsbad Blvd. Reservation required. (800) 526-7707.

MONDAY, JULY 17

EVENT: The International Council of Shopping Centers presents the 2000 San Diego Idea Exchange, addressing topics such as San Diego County retail developments, rapid growth, business expansion and more. Keynote speaker is Gary Michael, chairman, CEO, Albertson's Inc. July 17, golf tournament and tournament awards, noon-7pm, Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach; July 18, meeting, 7:30am-4pm, Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds. $100 for ICSC members and affiliate members, $150 for nonmembers before July 10, $125 for members, $190 for nonmembers after. (949) 224-3830.

MEETING: San Diego City Council. 2pm. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

SEMINAR: Direct Solutions Web Design Seminar. Through July 18. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (913) 631-2174.

WORKSHOP: Nonprofit Management Solutions sponsors "Winning Grants Step by Step for Nonprofit Organizations." 9am-4pm. $80-$90. Nonprofit Management Solutions office, 8265 Vickers St., Ste. C. (858) 292-5702.

TUESDAY, JULY 18

MEETING: San Diego City Council. 10am. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

MEETING: "Enterprise Resource Planning Implementations" is the topic for this month's dinner meeting of the Association of Information Technology Professionals. Social hour at 5:30pm, dinner at 6:30pm. $25 for members with reservations; $30 for nonmembers with reservations, add $2 without reservations. Radisson Hotel, 1433 Camino del Rio S. Make reservations by July 13. (858) 824-3535.

SEMINAR: PaineWebber hosts Investing in Mutual Funds: How to Build Your Portfolio in Today's Market with speaker David Hirons. 6-7:30pm. No charge to guests. Marie Callender's Restaurant, 2980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad. Reservation required. (800) 526-7707.

WORKSHOP: "Traditional and nontraditional lending sources, including all you ever wanted to know about SBA loans and more." Also held on Sept. 19 and Nov. 21. 10am-noon. No charge. The Center, 1823 Mission Ave., Oceanside. (760) 754-6575.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

BREAKFAST: "Attracting and Keeping the Best and Brightest in Life Sciences—Competitive Compensation Strategies" is the topic of Biocom's monthly Breakfast Meeting. 7-9am. Hyatt Regency La Jolla, 3777 La Jolla Village Dr. (858) 455-0300.

EVENT: "Legal Regulatory Developments Affecting the New Economy: Challenges to High-Tech Companies" is sponsored by The Federalist Society in cooperation with the San Diego Intellectual Property Law Association and the San Diego Internet Roundtable. 5:30-8pm. $50. Hyatt Regency La Jolla, 3777 La Jolla Village Dr. (619) 236-1891.

MEETING: San Diego City Council Land Use and Housing Committee. 2pm. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

MEETING: San Diego City Council Natural Resources and Culture Committee. 9am. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

SEMINAR: The BIA Home Builders Council presents a California Mechanic's Lien and Stop Notice Remedies Seminar with Steven A. McKinley and Doug Heumann. 9am-3pm. $95 for BIA members, $150 for nonmembers. BIA Meeting Room, 6336 Greenwich Dr., Ste. A. (858) 450-1121.

WORKSHOP: CompuMaster presents Fundamentals of Telecommunications, an introduction to the concepts, products and technologies of this evolving technology. 9am-5pm both days. $995 per person, $895 each for 3 or more. Radisson Hotel San Diego, 1433 Camino Del Rio S. (800) 867-4340.

WORKSHOP: "Competency Centered Interviewing" is sponsored by Benefits Management Systems of California Inc. to improve interviewing effectiveness. 8am-5pm. $345; $315 as a Benefits Management Guest; $295 for teams of two or more. The Lodge at Torrey Pines, 11480 N. Torrey Pines Blvd. (858) 657-4647.

THURSDAY, JULY 20

CONVENTION: The annual convention of the National Court Reporters Association showcases how courtroom technology in the new millennium will help legal professionals do their jobs better and faster. Through July 23. San Diego Marriott, 333 W. Harbor Dr. (800) 272-6272.

COURSE: The San Diego Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management presents the two-day "Turning Troubled Properties Into Profitable Real Estate Assets" in its "Asset Management Track." 8:30am-5pm. $375 for members, $470 for nonmembers. National University, 4007 Camino del Rio S. (619) 209-2997.

COURSE: The San Diego Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management presents its monthly luncheon meeting on "Relationship Building for a Lifetime of Success" with Mary Ellen Drummond. 11:30am. $35-$55. Salon B, Quality Resort, 875 Hotel Circle S. (619) 209-2997.

MEETING: Downtown Partnership Executive Committee. 7:30-9am. Partnership Boardroom, 401 B St., Ste. 200. (619) 234-0201.

PROGRAM: Learn about four important aspects of collection when Right Accounts Receivable Management presents "Creating Successful Business Collection Strategies." 7:30-9am. $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Milton's Restaurant, 2660 Via del la Valle, Del Mar. (619) 463-3442.

SEMINAR: North County BIA presents a Scholarship Auction sponsored by Davidson Communities. 5-8pm. $20 per person, $30 per couple; $10 extra after July 18. The Meadows Del Mar, 5300 Meadows Del Mar. (858) 450-1121.

FRIDAY, JULY 21

BREAKFAST: "Business Development Strategy," with speaker Jean Perlman of MetaConnect, is the topic of the Women's Business Program presented by SBA and SCORE. 7:30-9:30am. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Holiday Inn Select, 595 Hotel Circle S. (619) 557-7272.

CONVENTION: Business professionals, sales associates and small business owners interested in expanding their networking skills are invited to the Leads Club International Convention 2000. Through July 23. July 21, noon-7:30pm; July 22, 9am-9:30pm; July 23, 7:30am-1pm. $250. Best Western Beach View Lodge, Carlsbad. (800) 783-3761.

EVENT: Golf Fest 2000 features interactive seminars from local PGA pros, golf simulator cages, putting greens and more. Through July 23. July 21, noon-8pm; July 22, 10am-6pm; July 23, 10am-5pm. $8. San Diego Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. (619) 280-5200.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

WORKSHOP: "Quickbooks—To Better Manage Your Business," sponsored by SCORE. 8:30am-4:30pm. $35 in advance, $45 at the door. USIU Campus. (619) 557-7272.

MONDAY, JULY 24

MEETING: San Diego City Council Rules Committee. 10am. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

MEETING: San Diego City Council. 2pm. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

TUESDAY, JULY 25

EVENT: NAACP Diversity and High Tech Career Fair. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (310) 450-8831, Ext. 111.

MEETING: San Diego City Council. 10am. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

MEETING: San Diego Port Commission. Regular meeting, 1pm. 3165 Pacific Hwy., Board Room. (619) 686-6206.

MEETING: Downtown Partnership Board of Directors. 7:30-9am. Wyndham Emerald Plaza Hotel, 400 W. Broadway. (619) 234-0201.

WORKSHOP: "Year 2000 Small Business Tax Workshop." Also offered Aug. 24, Sept. 28, Oct. 26 and Nov. 16. 10am-4:30pm. Building 3400, Rm. Aztlan B, MiraCosta College, One Barnard Dr., Oceanside. (760) 754-6575.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26

EVENT: The Newschool of Architecture presents an Open House. 6pm. Newschool of Architecture, 1249 F St. (619) 235-4100, Ext. 112.

EVENT: "State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar" presented by the Employment Development Department. 9am-noon. No charge. Community Room, east side of Oceanside Library, 330 North Coast Hwy. (760) 754-6575.

LUNCHEON: The Downtown Partnership presents its "Monthly Membership Luncheon." 11:30am-1:30pm. (619) 234-0201.

SEMINAR: PaineWebber hosts Who's Managing Your Money? The Search for a Professional Money Money Manager with speakers David Hirons and Scott Krelle. Noon-1:30pm. No charge to guests. Four Seasons Resort Aviara, 7100 Four Seasons Pt., Carlsbad. Reservation required. (800) 526-7707.

WORKSHOP: "Advanced Internet Workshop for Your Business Web Site," sponsored by SCORE. 9am-noon. $35 in advance, $45 at the door. Pacific Bell Directory, 2375 Northside Dr. (619) 557-7272.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27

BREAKFAST: The South County BIA July Breakfast. Mission Valley Hilton, 901 Camino del Rio S. (858) 450-1221.

MEETING: Biocom presents networking and purchasing group updates at its Open Purchasing Group Meeting. 4:30-6pm. Hyatt Regency La Jolla, 3777 La Jolla Village Dr. RSVP requested by July 26. (858) 455-0300.

SYMPOSIUM: American Express Financial Advisors AMEX Business Financial Advisor Symposium. Through July 30. Doubletree Golf Resort. (612) 281-3300.

WORKSHOP: Nonprofit Management Solutions sponsors "Entrepreneurial Endeavors: Profit-Making for Nonprofit Organizations." 9-11am. $25-35. Nonprofit Management Solutions office, 8265 Vickers St., Ste. C. (858) 292-5702.

FRIDAY, JULY 28

CONSUMER SHOW: Computing Connections 2000. Through July 30. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (858) 573-0315.

SATURDAY, JULY 29

PROGRAM: "The Prison Industrial Complex" with speakers Ras Abraxas and Sharon Grant-Henry, is hosted by the Malcolm X Public Library in its "Book Review & Lecture Forum 2000" series. 4-6pm. No charge. 5148 Market St. (619) 527-3405.

SEMINAR: PaineWebber hosts Are You Retiring or Changing Jobs? How to Invest Your Retirement Rollover with speakers David Hirons and Scott Krelle. 9-11am. No charge to guests. Hilton Garden Inn, 6450 Carlsbad Blvd. Reservation required. (800) 526-7707.

MONDAY, JULY 31

MEETING: San Diego City Council. 2pm. 202 C St., 12th floor. (619) 236-5555.

THURSDAY, AUG. 3

TRAINING: San Diego Mediation Center presents Introductory Mediation Skills Training. Through Aug. 5. 8:30am-5pm. $600 ($25 discount until July 20). San Diego County Bar Association, 1333 7th Ave. (619) 238-2400.

SATURDAY, AUG. 5

EXAM: Notary Exam. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (916) 263-3624, Ext. 3036.

SEMINAR: Progressive Business Concepts Seminar. San Diego Civic Concourse, 202 C St. (858) 485-5342.

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