Today
Monday Madness Networking: April speakers are two representatives from Magenta Theater and Allen Kvavik, owner of Alliance Wise. Networking, 5:30 p.m. at Latte Da Coffeehouse & Wine bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver. Cost: $10, includes a coupon for a free beverage. * 360-281-4940.
Tuesday
Nursing home expenses: Seminar by attorney Margaret Madison Phelan: “Protect Your Home, Your Life Savings and Your Family from Catastrophic Illness and Nursing Home Expenses.” 10 a.m. to noon. Must register and call for location. * 360-696-2069.
Smart Exit: Discussion on planning future exit and making smooth transitions, including building business value, transferring assets and reducing risk, 3 to 4 p.m. at Jeff Mays Insurance Agency, 3414 N.E. 52nd Ave., Vancouver. Speakers: Dan Marsh of Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C.; Jeff Mays of Jeff Mays Insurance; and John Anderson of Be Cause Business Resources, Inc. * http://j.mp/SmartExit.
Wednesday
Connect: Meet business professionals in a relaxed social setting at networking event hosted by Connect Battle Ground, 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Urban Basics, 209 E. Main St., Battle Ground.
After-hours Networking: Free networking event for those working in human resources in any capacity. Topic: Fair Credit Report Act issuing new background checks marketing to applicants, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cellar 55 Tasting, 1812 Washington St., Vancouver. * www.swshrm.org
Friday
Operations Day: Nonprofit Network of Southwest Washington hosts workshop for area nonprofits dedicated to management. Topics include technology, finance, risk management and human resources, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Heathman Lodge, 7801 N.E. Greenwood Drive, Vancouver. $95-125. * www.nonprofitnetworkwa.org.
Upcoming
Building Connections: Event with networking sessions before and after keynote address. Keynote speaker is Blaine Peterson, financial adviser at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. Raffle prize. $5 suggested donation, 5:30 to 7 p.m. April 29 at Victor Fitness Systems, 1721 N.E. 64th Ave., Vancouver.
Business After Hours: Monthly networking event hosted by Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, with prizes, food and drinks. $10 members, $20 non-members, 5 to 7 p.m. at My Auto Repair Center, 11010 N.E. 37th Circle, Building 2, Vancouver.
Leads and Needs: Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce members-only networking event to generate new leads and build relationships, with light breakfast and refreshments, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Beaches Restaurant & Bar, 1919 S.E. Columbia River Drive, Vancouver.
The Columbian welcomes submissions about Clark County residents or businesses, as well as regional business events. Send to business@columbian.com.