Today
Professional Connections: Dotty Scott, Premium Websites, will speak at a free networking group at noon at Glenwood Plaza, 5320 N.E. 81st Ave., Vancouver. * sandy.jensen@hotmail.com and http://professionalconnections.biz
Tuesday
Facing the Future: Jeff Harvey, president and CEO of Burgerville, will discuss future challenges facing local business, big and small, at the next meeting of Buy Vancouver USA. 7 p.m. at Dave’s Killer Magic Shop, 1707 Main St., Vancouver.
Wednesday
Leads and Needs: Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce members-only networking event aimed at generating new leads and building relationships, with light breakfast and refreshments. 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Beaches Restaurant & Bar, 1919 S.E. Columbia River Drive, Vancouver.
Thursday
Crowdfunding: Workshop on whether crowdfunding is the right move for a business, and how it has changed the way companies formulate and fulfill commercial strategies, view customers and maintain a competitive advantage. 1 to 4 p.m. in the Aspen Room at Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. $25. Sponsored by Wells Fargo; hosted by Columbia River Economic Development Council, city of Vancouver and Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce. * www.vancouverusa.com