Recruitment Matters International (RMI) Owner/Manager Forum

Date: June 25th, 2009.  Venue: Central London   Frequency: Monthly thereafter 
Time: 1.30pm - 5.30pm (with informal networking/drinks after)
Price: £79.00+VAT per lead attendee. £65.00+VAT per co-director/partner
Dates July TBC.  Venues: Manchester & Birmingham         Frequency: Monthly thereafter

Agenda
Each of the meetings will have an overall theme and agenda of topics and will be announced in advance.
This is a forum for you to share thoughts and experiences with, and take advice from like minded peers. Warren will lead and host each meeting, with, as appropriate, another owner/manager “chairing” a topic from the agenda.

Meeting number one (for all venues) will focus on

• Candidate & Client sourcing via the net – the identification of and information gathering on key people you want background on using internet search.
• Online networking – making the most of online networks and maximising your exposure via the likes of LinkedIn, Facebook, blogs, Twitter and other such sites. Build your brand and reputation.

The attendees
Owner/Managers of independent recruitment organisations, with (broadly) between 1-3 offices and less than 20-25 fee earners. The numbers suggested are intended to be a little bit open to ensure that the “one man band” can converse with a larger but still independent owner manager so that we can all learn from each other. In a nutshell, it’s for people and companies without deep pockets or big war chests who need to use their guile, wit and skills to get through the forthcoming months and out the other end still in one piece and as profitable as possible.

FAQ’s

Q.  Do I need to sign up for more than one forum?
A. While we would love you to be a regular member of the forum, you can attend as many or as few as you like.

Q. Are there any other additional benefits?
A. Yes. Every time you attend your company will be entitled to:

• One free webinar of your choice -  value £29.99.
• 1/3 off any audio CD of your choice   - saving from £16.66 to £43.33 depending on your selection.
• 10% off one course booking (in-house or open course) – no limit to the number of delegates per booking.      

• Free members only online forum/discussion board.

Q. What topics will be discussed in future sessions?
A. The first two topics are outlined above and are based on the requests of potential attendees. We will continue to listen and act upon suggestions from everyone involved. After all it’s your forum!

Q. Can I bring along my staff?
A. This is an owner/manager forum and as such we wish to encourage the right level/detail of content discussion. Co directors and/or members of your management team are most welcome.

Q. How many others will be attending?
A. We hope as time goes on and word of mouth spreads, the groups will grow (and indeed we would like to cover other geographical areas too), but like everything worth doing well it can take time.  We would envisage that, given the feedback so far c12 - 20 will be attending the first session. Plenty people for healthy discussion and debate

Q. Do I have to attend the sessions nearest me?
A. Absolutely not. If you are in Bradford and want to attend a London session please do so.

Q. Will I be bombarded by suppliers trying to persuade me to buy or use their service/product?
A. In short, no.  From time to time a supplier may attend by invitation only because they are an expert in their field and can add real value to the discussions. They will not pay to attend, be paid to attend or directly pitch for business.

Q. What if I attend and a direct competitor is there too?
A. While there is a small chance of that happening we would hope that everyone attending wants to both learn from others and share their own thoughts and ideas. A forum with like minded individuals will reap the rewards of collective knowledge.

Q. Will refreshments be provided?
A. Teas, coffees and water will be available at the start and during a mid afternoon break. RMI will also stand you the first drink at the after session networking time as well!

Q. I still have one or two quick questions before I decide to attend
A. Give Ken a call on 01945 461561

How do I book?
Please complete the Forum booking form and email, post or fax number +44 (0)1483 761709. If you have any further questions, please give Ken a call on 01945 461561 or email ken@recruitmentmatters.com