Coming Events

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BEST BETS

• Time magazine political writer HUGH SIDEY, who has written about every president from Dwight Eisenhower to George W. Bush, will join Edward Jones financial experts in a free, interactive satellite broadcast discussion of the 1993 outlook for the nation, economy and financial markets. Sidey's career has included many historic events, including being with President John F. Kennedy when he was assassinated, aboard Air Force One during Richard Nixon's historic trip to China, and observing Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev's historic walk through Red Square. The free program, "Outlook 2003," is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Edward Jones' offices, 1580 Makaloa St., Suite 901. Reservations: 947-2255.

• "Critical Insights on What It REALLY Takes To Build and Grow Start-ups and Emerging Companies in Hawai'i" will be the focus of an upcoming "Technology and emerging Companies CEO Forum" sponsored by Pacific Business Forum. The discussion is scheduled 8 to 9 a.m. Friday at The Pacific Club, and includes a group of chief executive officers of Hawai'i's technology sector companies, including aquaculture, information systems, telecommunications, life sciences, energy, film/digital media and tourism. Fee at door. Information: 536-8911, or www.pacificforums.com.

TUESDAY

• Tomorrow is the deadline to reserve a seat for the INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS' local chapter January buffet luncheon meeting. The topic for the 11:30 a.m. meeting at The Plaza Club, Pioneer Plaza, is "Negotiation and Conflict Management," by communication consultant Pam Chambers of Pam Chambers Associates. Fee; non-members and students welcome. Limited seating. Reservations: Martin Pe'a, 593-5285.

• The MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF HONOLULU offers free weekly orientation sessions for minority business owners and prospective entrepreneurs, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays in the center's offices at Executive Center, 1088 Bishop St., Suite 2506. The sessions offer advice on business startup, marketing plans, loans, employee handbooks and access to capital. Free. Reservations: 521-6221.

• A free COMPUTER BOOT CAMP is offered 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to all small business owners interested in using computer technology to improve and expand business operations and management. The program is sponsored by the Small Business Resource Center in partnership with the Small Business Administration, city Office of Economic Development, Hawai'i Small Business Development Center Network, Hawai'i Women's Business Center and SCORE. The program is open to all center clients who have attended an orientation, 9 a.m. Tuesdays or 2 p.m. Thursdays at 1041 Nu'uanu Ave., #A. Attendees will have access to training videos and resource materials. Workshops and free counseling are also offered. Appointments: 522-8130.

WEDNESDAY

• A series of free estate planning seminars this month sponsored by Sterling & Tucker, attorneys-at-law, will focus on lessening the necessity and frustration of probate and federal tax liability:

• Honolulu: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Ala Moana Hotel, Carnation Room; 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Pearl Country Club, Pearl II Room; 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Ala Moana Hotel, Carnation Room; and 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Ala Moana Hotel, Carnation Room.
• Maui: 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 21, Maui Arts and Cultural Center meeting room.
  
  
  

THURSDAY

• The HONOLULU BUSINESS NETWORK, a networking opportunity for small-business owners and professionals, meets 12:01 to 1:15 p.m. Thursdays at Sansei Seafood Restaurant, Restaurant Row. Call: Tracy Nakashima, 525-6028.

FRIDAY

• "GETTING THINGS DONE: Time Management 101," an interactive opportunity to organize business and personal goals, will be the focus of two workshops sponsored by the Hawai'i Women's Business Center: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Friday or Saturday, both at the Small Business Resource Center, 1041 Nu'uanu Ave. Fee (member discount). RSVP by Wednesday: Oliv'e, 522-8136.

SATURDAY

• A free workshop on long-term care insurance sponsored by Raymond James Financial Services Inc. will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday in their offices at 1221 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 6E. Reservations: 591-9099.

UPCOMING

• A CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS REMNANT TENT SALE will be one of the highlights of the Ninth Annual BIA Home Building and Remodeling Show sponsored by the Building Industry Association, Feb. 6 to 9 at Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. Discounted building and remodeling supplies will be available from local construction companies and suppliers. Also scheduled as part of the annual showcase of new building industry products and services will be seminars on topics such as remodeling, buying a house, ADA compliance and special financing options for seniors; and a "Steel-Man Competition" that pits steel framing contractors in a demonstration of skill, performance and quality. Information: Sonya, 847-4666.

• Upcoming discussions sponsored by EDWARD JONES financial firm at various offices this week include investment basics (Manoa); company plan distribution options (Ward Avenue); and diversification (Ward Avenue). Call the respective office.

Business meetings of general interest are listed in the "Coming Events" column each Monday. Submit notices at least two weeks in advance. By fax: 525-6763. By mail: Coming Events, Business Section, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802. By e-mail: business@honoluluadvertiser.com.