Don't become a small business statistic!

Of all the new business startups, 1/3 eventually turn a profit, 1/3 break even, and 1/3 never leave a negative earnings scenario. According to a study by the U.S. Small Business Association, only 2/3 of all small business startups survive the first two years and less than half make it to five years.

What does it take to succeed?

Facilitated by ABC's Director of Education, Elise Enloe, Expanding Horizons 2009 will provide you the tools and tips to help your wedding business “blossom.” Addressing business startup and growth issues encountered during the first years of business, seminar attendees will be able to:

• Discuss elements of a business plan
• Differentiate business structures.
• Determine business startup expenses.
• Prepare an advertising budget as part of a business marketing plan.
• Determine how to establish fees.
• Describe contract elements and negotiation skills

Take advantage of this opportunity to plant seeds for success, meet and network with ABC wedding experts, and prepare to “Let Your Business Blossom.”

ABC members now receive 2 educational point towards Education and Professional Development.  Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Directions and Parking

Driving Directions from the Denver Airport to Our Downtown Denver Hotel:

• Exit the airport terminals onto Pena Boulevard and take that for ten miles until you reach I-70 West
• Take I-70 West approximately ten miles and exit onto Colorado Boulevard
• Make a left on Colorado Boulevard and head south until you reach 17th Avenue West
• Make a right onto 17th Avenue West - at York St the roads will divide and you will merge into 18th Street
• Stay in the left-hand lane and continue heading west on 18th Street for another two miles
• At Grant Street , turn left and you will immediately pull into our valet driveway

Driving Directions from the East to West on I-70 to Our Downtown Denver Hotel:

• Continue following I-70 West passing the exit for Denver International Airport
• Proceed as noted above to Colorado Boulevard exit

Driving Directions from the West to East on I-70 to Our Downtown Denver Hotel:

• From I-70 take 6th Avenue Exit (US Highway 6) eastbound into Denver passing under I-25
• Logan St is approximately 1.5 miles past I-25
• Turn left on Logan going North into downtown, crossover 17th Ave.
• Turn left into our parking lot between 17th Avenue and 18th Avenue or left on 18th to Grant Street and turn left for valet parking
• Valet parking available in front of hotel

Driving Directions from the North to South on I-25 to Our Downtown Denver Hotel:

• Take I-25 South to exit 213 for W 38th Avenue/Park Avenue
• Merge right onto Park Avenue West to Broadway
• Park Avenue West becomes 22nd Street
• Veer right onto Broadway
• Turn left on East 19th Avenue
• Turn right on Grant Street, cross over 18th Avenue
• Hotel is on the left with Valet parking in front of hotel

Driving Directions from the South to North on I-25 to Our Downtown Denver Hotel:

• Take I-25 North to the Broadway/ Lincoln Exit
• Follow Lincoln Avenue north into downtown to 19th Avenue
• Take a right on 19th Avenue, up the hill to Grant Street
• Turn right on Grant Street, cross over 18th Avenue
• Hotel is on the left with Valet parking in front of the hotel

Valet parking is available at $22.00 a day. A valid Parking Permit must be displayed at all times.

The hotel is bordered by Logan, Grant, 17th and 18th. Depending on the time of day, the average trip from Denver International Airport to downtown Denver is 35 minutes. www.flydenver.com

If you are arriving in Denver by Train at Union Station, the most convenient transportation to the hotel is by taxi. We are approximately 1.3 miles from Union Station.

Super Shuttle

Super Shuttle is the recommended shuttle service from Denver International Airport to Warwick Denver Hotel. The rate is $19.00 one-way or $34.00 round trip and group rates are available. www.supershuttledenver.com or call: +1 303 370 1300.

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