Join us tomorrow, for a BBC Friday OPEN MIC Business Strategy, Support & Sharing Roundtable. Bring a business story, idea, or problem to share, show-and-tell art or new invention!

 

Another “BBC, Your Board Of Directors” opportunity. Play, share, dream, be mortal, be creative, have fun..

 

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

<<< NOTE: Don’t miss lots of COOL Events listed below! >>>

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:55 – Business Problem-solving Roundtable
8:55-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

19 November, [email protected] XLR8 Kitsap Business Workshop: Karla J. Smith, CPA, Presents “The Power Of Automating Your Books – Using Online Accounting Tools.” As a business owner, you need an easy, efficient accounting system to manage your financial resources. Sound operational decisions are better made with good and timely reporting. How you are generating income and managing expenses couldn’t be easier, or more accessible, in today’s world of technology. Once in place, your automated accounting system can help you file your taxes, yourself or with your Accountant. Live DEMOS and cost comparisons. Sponsors: OfficeXpats and Costco Wholesale. (acceleratekitsap.org)

Our own BBC Regular, Donna Dowdney, has 3 fabric / mixed-media art pieces at the Natural Geometries Exhibit, Washington State Convention Center, Seattle. The Contemporary Quilt Art Association Exhibition is October 10 through January 5th 2020, Convention Center 2nd floor. Donna also has a featured spotlight in Create Whimsy:  createwhimsy.com. “Bringing as much meticulous attention to her work as an artist as she brought to her technical career, Donna Lee Dowdney creates nature-inspired visual art with fabric and mixed media.” donnaleedowdney.com.

Latest edition Compass & Clock is available at:  compassandclock.com. “Navigating Life Today To Remain Independent Tomorrow.” (Thank you to BBC Regular Mary Coupland for this community service.)

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

This BBC Friday we will hold a business roundtable on the topic of “What’s a business problem you have struggled with or that you know other business friends may have struggled with?” First we’ll begin by opening up the table for sharing business issues or problems. 

Then, from this discussion we’ll consider the following:
1) share/brainstorm various problem-solving strategies;
2) network with others who may share similar business problems;
3) make a list of key business issues and problems from which we can develop specific future BBC business presentations.

 

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:55 – Business Problem-solving Roundtable
8:55-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

4 November, Monday 7:00-9:00 PM, “Personalized Detox Program Workshop.” Jessica Green, autoimmune health coach & detox educator (jessicagreenwellness.com). At Wonder Craft Workshop, 227-327 Madison Ave. S. “Feeling fatigued? Suffering from brain fog? Have a chronic illness? Such symptoms may be caused by high toxic loads.” Email [email protected] to register. $40 per person. Space limited. Facebook event page.

12 November, 7:30-9:30 AM – Kitsap Business Forum “Curious About Innovation: The Vital Connection Between Curiosity and Problem Solving.” Kristann Orton (inceodia.com), presenter. At Clearwater Casino Resort. Takeaway: greater understanding of how allowing our curious nature can guide exploration of ideas for innovation; how to cultivate curiosity in your work and your employees; growing a culture of innovation; how to use curiosity to overcome challenges and guide development of your great ideas for innovation. Register at: eventbrite.com.

Our own BBC Regular, Donna Dowdney, has 3 fabric / mixed-media art pieces at the Natural Geometries Exhibit, Washington State Convention Center, Seattle. The Contemporary Quilt Art Association Exhibition is October 10 through January 5th 2020, Convention Center 2nd floor. Donna also has a featured spotlight in Create Whimsy:  createwhimsy.com. “Bringing as much meticulous attention to her work as an artist as she brought to her technical career, Donna Lee Dowdney creates nature-inspired visual art with fabric and mixed media.” donnaleedowdney.com.

Latest edition Compass & Clock is available at:  compassandclock.com. “Navigating Life Today To Remain Independent Tomorrow.” (Thank you to BBC Regular Mary Coupland for this community service.)

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

Olympic College Foundation mission statement: We transform lives by partnering with the community to support Olympic College and its students. Olympic College has been a part of our community (serving Kitsap and Mason Counties) since 1946, and educates more than 13,000 students a year, with campuses in Bremerton, Poulsbo, & Shelton. olympic.edu

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:55 – Olympic College Foundation, w/ Audrey Wolf
8:55-9:00 – announcements, visiting

*SPECIAL NOTICE*: 23 October, this Wednesday, Leslie Schneider For City Council gathering, OfficeXpats, at 5:30 PM.  “Karen Klein and John van den Meerendonk are generously sponsoring a gathering for Leslie at OfficeXpats this week. Feel free to pass this invitation to someone who might want to meet Leslie. Suggested Donation: $20.” Campaign info: schneider4council.com.  (Note: while the BBC cannot endorse any candidate for an elected office, this announcement is a courtesy to OfficeXpats who has hosted the BBC for these many delightful years. Thank you Leslie & Jason!)

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

Our own BBC Regular, Donna Dowdney, has 3 fabric / mixed-media art pieces at the Natural Geometries Exhibit, Washington State Convention Center, Seattle. The Contemporary Quilt Art Association Exhibition is October 10 through January 5th 2020, Convention Center 2nd floor. Donna also has a featured spotlight in Create Whimsy:  createwhimsy.com. “Bringing as much meticulous attention to her work as an artist as she brought to her technical career, Donna Lee Dowdney creates nature-inspired visual art with fabric and mixed media.”

Latest edition Compass & Clock is available at:  compassandclock.com. “Navigating Life Today To Remain Independent Tomorrow.” (Thank you to BBC Regular Mary Coupland for this community service.)

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

Join us tomorrow, for a BBC Friday OPEN MIC Business Strategy, Support & Sharing Roundtable. Bring a business story, idea, or problem to share, show-and-tell art or new invention!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:55 – BBC Open MIC Friday Business Strategy Roundtable
8:55-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

Latest edition Compass & Clock is available at:  compassandclock.com. “Navigating Life Today To Remain Independent Tomorrow.” (Thank you to BBC Regular Mary Coupland for this community service.)

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

This exciting BBC Friday, special guest and sometime BBC Regular Colleen Kragen will update us on the latest Business Continuity Planning (BCP).  Learn the difference between an emergency plan and a business continuity plan, why planning is important, and to whom it applies. We will discuss the origins of BCP and how to develop a plan for your business, including the five stages of every risk plan. It’s another BCP @ the BBC Friday!

A veteran (U.S. Navy) and passionate cat rescuer, Colleen Kragen is Workers’ Compensation Safety & Health Specialist at Olympic Educational Service District 114 in Bremerton. Contact: 360.515.8225 / [email protected]

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BCP @ the BBC, & Emergency Planning, w/ Colleen Kragen
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

8 October, 12:00-1:30, [email protected] Workshop: Workplace Security, w/ York Barrett, Safe Room Security, LLC. “York Barrett, Lieutenant Colonel retired U.S. Army, will be presenting a Workplace Security course covering: Warning Signs, Preventative Measures, and a Threat Matrix. Good info for Business Owners, Supervisors and Managers.” Free, open to the public. Hosted by OfficeXpats.

14 October, Monday – 24th Annual Olympic College Community Luncheon. At the Bremer Student Center, Building 10. 11:00 Networking, 11:45 Luncheon Program. More info:  olympiccollegefoundation.org/events/.

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

This BBC Friday – A Think Club business strategy roundtable extravaganza. “Common Sense” in business life. A not uncommon theme since the Enlightenment: there was Common Sense, a pamphlet on American independence from England, written by Thomas Paine in 1775–1776; and the great Scottish philosopher Thomas Reid’s An Inquiry into the Human Mind on the Principles of Common Sense (c.1785), a tour-de-force in modern epistemology, faculty psychology, and critical realism; and finally, this Friday’s Think Club, another tour-de-force, a business tour-de-force, a BBC philosophical inquiry.

Thanks to our own thinkologist Bill Ruddick, Ruddick Consulting, for leading us in this delightful Think Club event. Bring your brains!

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BBC Friday – Think Club, “Common Sense”
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

8 October, 12:00-1:30, [email protected] Workshop: Workplace Security, w/ York Barrett, Safe Room Security, LLC. “York Barrett, Lieutenant Colonel retired U.S. Army, will be presenting a Workplace Security course covering: Warning Signs, Preventative Measures, and a Threat Matrix. Good info for Business Owners, Supervisors and Managers.” Free, open to the public. Hosted by OfficeXpats.

14 October, Monday – 24th Annual Olympic College Community Luncheon. At the Bremer Student Center, Building 10. 11:00 Networking, 11:45 Luncheon Program. More info:  olympiccollegefoundation.org/events/.

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

This BBC Friday BBC Regular Paula Weissinger will update us on local Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity, with … you guessed it … great tips on related best insurance practices.

Paula will discuss the concept of the Triangle Of Protection  and the need for a PLUP (and if you don’t know what that is, please show up). Paula (not Paul, who can’t make it) will also provide some additional information on Earthquake Coverage. Business Emergency Readiness has been an ongoing topic here at BBC. Come hear the latest cool and crucial content! Paula’s info: paulamyagent.com. And Paula’s delightful Compas&Clock Interview with Mary Coupland: compassandclock.com.

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BBC Friday – Business Continuity, w/ Paula Weissinger
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

BBC Founding Regular Kevin Dwyer recently published a brilliant article on Regional Coworking in “Westsound Home & Garden” – wshg.net. An amazing and informative read! Thanks Kevin Dwyer, of Kevin Dwyer & Associates.

30 September, Monday afternoon, 5:00-7:00, The Tyler Moniz Project invites you to an open house: “Please join us for information on caring for our kids.” At their new space, 1st floor of the Pavilion, across from theater ticket booth. Info: thetylermonizproject.org / facebook.com.

26 September, 5:330-7:30, OfficeXpats 8th Anniversary! We were the first coworking space in Kitsap County! And as is our tradition we team up with the Chamber of Commerce for their September After Hours. Good food and drink. And if good weather, we’ll spread out on the deck. All are welcome! officexpats.com

2 October – Silverdale GreenDrinks,hosted at Lisa Stirrett Glass Art Studio, 9536 Silverdale Way NW. Our Non-profit for October’s event is “Pay It Forward Loans.” Harrison Hospital is providing the yummy goodies and Cash Brewing Company is our official Silverdale Greendrinks Sponsor. A 21+ Event, $10 Cash at the door, RSVP by September 27 at facebook.com/events/364614327823649/

14 October, Monday – 24th Annual Olympic College Community Luncheon. At the Bremer Student Center, Building 10. 11:00 Networking, 11:45 Luncheon Program. More info:  olympiccollegefoundation.org/events/.

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

This Friday BBC Regular and S.C.O.R.E. Kitsap business leader Ken Sethney will be our guide on the question: “What’s the number one business problem you need to solve?” We’re not brainstorming on the near future this week, but rather the non-virtual business present.

So bring your brains and join the discussion for a practical business strategy roundtable.  kitsapscore.org

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BBC Friday – Business Solutions, w/ Ken Sethney
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

26 September, 5:330-7:30, OfficeXpats 8th Anniversary! We were the first coworking space in Kitsap County! And as is our tradition we team up with the Chamber of Commerce for their September After Hours. Good food and drink. And if good weather, we’ll spread out on the deck. All are welcome! officexpats.com

2 October – Silverdale GreenDrinks,hosted at Lisa Stirrett Glass Art Studio, 9536 Silverdale Way NW. Our Non-profit for October’s event is “Pay It Forward Loans.” Harrison Hospital is providing the yummy goodies and Cash Brewing Company is our official Silverdale Greendrinks Sponsor. A 21+ Event, $10 Cash at the door, RSVP by September 27 at facebook.com/events/364614327823649/

14 October, Monday – 24th Annual Olympic College Community Luncheon. At the Bremer Student Center, Building 10. 11:00 Networking, 11:45 Luncheon Program. More info:  olympiccollegefoundation.org/events/.

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

 

Alaska Airlines “Beyond” – Bainbridge Island Article “Idyllic Bainbridge Island” by Kristin Hannah (go to page 175)  paradigmcg.com/digitaleditions/abm-0619/index.html?r#. Thanks to  Christine Mueller, Director Of Visitor Development, Visit Bainbridge.

This BBC Friday we’ll open the table for an informal discussion: “How’s your business doing?” “In your industry, what are the trends coming into 2020?” Brainstorming on the near future – kind of like writing a science fiction novel together.

A BBC Your Board Of Directors collaborative business prognostication opportunity …. share, imagine, question, be creative, be mortal.

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BBC Friday – Business Trends 2020
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC (Thanks to Brian Creamer spiderlilyweb.com for today’s topic idea) _______________________________________________

 Both-Sides-Of-The-Bridge BBC News, Notices, Events

26 September, 5:330-7:30, OfficeXpats 8th Anniversary! We were the first coworking space in Kitsap County! And as is our tradition we team up with the Chamber of Commerce for their September After Hours. Good food and drink. And if good weather, we’ll spread out on the deck. All are welcome! officexpats.com

Creating Community Resilience. “Map Your Neighborhood”:  bifd.org/map-your-neighborhood.aspx. Bainbridge Prepares:  bainbridgeprepares.org. Scott James’ guidebook, “Prepared Neighborhoods” preparedneighborhoods.com.

 

Alaska Airlines “Beyond” – Bainbridge Island Article “Idyllic Bainbridge Island” by Kristin Hannah (go to page 175)  paradigmcg.com/digitaleditions/abm-0619/index.html?r#. Thanks to  Christine Mueller, Director Of Visitor Development, Visit Bainbridge.

Join us tomorrow, for a BBC Friday OPEN MIC Business Strategy, Support & Sharing Roundtable. Bring a business story, idea, or problem to share, show-and-tell art or new invention!

Another “BBC, Your Board Of Directors” opportunity…. Play, share, dream, be mortal. Be creative, think star-wise, have fun.

Be here, be free, be businesswise. For, in a sense, me hearties, as serial entrepreneurials, we all be business wise! …Arr!

So Invite your friends and associates to come join us for this exciting non-virtual non-cloud event in real time and real space…and another delicious cup of BBC!

[email protected] – 403 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Is, Upstairs at the Pavilion 7:30-8:00 – coffee/tea, visiting, informal networking  
8:00-8:50 – BBC Friday – Open MIC Friday Business Roundtable
8:50-9:00 – announcements, visiting

Sincerely, BBC Management, KaveDragen Ink, & other entrepreneurial sentients from planet BBC _______________________________________________

 BBC Regulars Upcoming News & Events!

12 September, 7:30-9:00, Chamber Breakfast “City Council Candidates Forum” – Wing Point Golf & Country Club. Candidate will talk about island business and our local economy. More info and registration at: bainbridgechamber.com

26 September, 5:330-7:30, OfficeXpats 8th Anniversary! We were the first coworking space in Kitsap County! And as is our tradition we team up with the Chamber of Commerce for their September After Hours. Good food and drink. And if good weather, we’ll spread out on the deck. All are welcome! officexpats.com

Olympic Music Festival Summer 2019. THE 2019 SUMMER SEASON, July 13 & 14, August 10, September 8. Information and tickets available here: olympicmusicfestival.org.