August 8: Get Thee to the Greek (restaurant)!

Are You FIERCE in Red Deer?

  When: Wednesday, June 6, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Holiday Inn on 67th

We're heading to Red Deer to tell you what FIERCE is all about! Meet some of our FIERCE Experts including lil' ol' me!

Enjoy some delectable appetizers, a cocktail AND be one of the first women EVER to see our FIERCE Affirmations book! Find out if YOU are FIERCE!

Tickets are on sale now. Click here for tickets.

Early Bird tickets are $25 and are available until May 25. After that, tickets are $30. They will be available at the door for $35.

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Are You FIERCE in Calgary?

POSTPONED 
until further notice
Sorry Calgary, we won't be coming this week but we will plan another date! 

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Win! Win! WIN!!

My Filosophy is giving away TWO tickets to Thursday night's High Fashion Event at Lexus of Edmonton!! Simply use the form and you're entered! Earn extra entries by Tweeting! We're doing a random draw on Thursday at 12 p.m. SHARP! These tickets are worth $200! Get all the juicy deets on the event RIGHT HERE!

See you at both events!

What's a Trunk Show?

I grabbed Tannis Davidson by the shirt collar and DEMANDED she tell me! 

OK not really. I more casually posed the question to her, trying to look cool. "You know, I'm asking for a friend."

Her answer was simple: A trunk show is a designer bringing in his entire collection of pieces for a private show. Fashionistas can pre-order the line in any size or colour the designer has. 

Why did I ask?

Joeffer Caoc,
Canadian fashion designer

Well Tannis is the owner of My Filosophy, an Edmonton boutique that exclusively carries Canadian designer lines. Her designers have "Trunk Shows" twice a year at her store, and on Wednesday, April 25, Joeffer Caoc will be at the Crestwood location promoting his Fall 2012 Line which recently premiered at the Toronto Fashion Week.

Since My Filosophy is the only Edmonton store to carry Joeffer's line, it's kind of a big deal. My Filosophy doesn't bring in the entire collection to sell so this is YOUR CHANCE to order pieces in sizes and colours you can't get anywhere else in Edmonton.

Photos via George Pimental, Toronto Fashion Week

Then on Thursday...
Once you've met Joeffer on Wednesday and ordered your exclusive Fall pieces, you're going to want to attend My Filosophy's High Fashion Fundraiser on Thursday, April 26.  Tannis launched this event four years ago in support of the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation and My Filosophy has made a commitment of raising $100,000 to help fund the Stollery Children’s Hospital Emergency Wing. This past November, with the support of event attendees and generous sponsors, My Filosophy was able to raise $25,000 in a single evening for the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation.

It's for the kids, dammit

Sophie Serafino

Enjoy a live & silent auction, music from the incomparable Sofie Serafino (no big deal or anything but she's a a world-class violinist who has performed for dignitaries including the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed at the Emirates Palace in Sao Paolo Brazil, the Bahraini Royal Family, Australian Ambassador of Turkey, and Crown Prince & Princess Mary & Frederik of Denmark), raffle tickets to win swag bags filled with amazing products (not the paper throwaway advertising crap you get in most swag bags), fashion show featuring Joeffer's Spring Collection, raffle prizes and more!

Global TV anchor Shane Jones
*hubba hubba!*

Global TV's Shane Jones will be MCing the event so be sure you nipple pinch him say, "Hi!"

Tickets are only $100
Get them online or at the store when you go to see Joeffer tomorrow. You love kids, right? So. This is your chance to show it! Buy a ticket, get some stuff, support the Stollery. Easy peasy!

See you at both events!

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FIERCE 3: Top Upcoming Events in Edmonton

Edmonton has some great events coming up in the next few weeks. Here are our FIERCE 3 picks for you to add to your To-Do List!


April 19 Chloe Angus Trunk Show at My Filosophy 
If there is one piece of clothing that every FIERCE woman needs it's a Chloe Angus wrap and you can only get them exclusively at My Filosophy in Edmonton. This Canadian designer will be at the Crestwood location of My Filosophy Thursday, April 19 from 4-8 p.m. showcasing some new pieces that you HAVE to see!

My Filosophy 9674-142 Street, Edmonton

4-8 p.m.

Meet Chloe Angus

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April 26 KeyLime Athletic Wear in Sherwood Park is unveiling their new look and they are inviting YOU to their launch party! If you haven't been to KeyLime, it's a locally-owned boutique focusing on athletic and yoga wear for all sizes. Kristi Wozniak is the owner who's tireless and admirable efforts to promote other local businesses speaks volumes about her and her store. She often cross-promotes other businesses and brands, and is a fierce supporter of many local charities and programs.

What: KEYLIME has a NEW LOOK so we’re throwing a PARTY!

Who: You (& whoever you want to join in on the fun!)

When: April 26th at 7PM

Where: KEYLIME Headquarters (#12 975 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park)

Why: We already told you! We want you to join in on the fun in unveiling our new look!

Please RSVP online or in person by April 20th. All RSVPed attendees will be entered to win a $200 KEYLIME Gift Card!

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May 4-5 iMedia Conference

This conference is the brainchild of Bossy Mama founder Carol McBee and it's not only the first of it's kind in Edmonton but it is sure to take your SM to the next level!

For the Social Media enthusiast, this conference will showcase some of Edmonton's best speakers on blogging, Tweeting, SEO and more! May 4 is the Networking/Mingling portion of the event where you can chat with the session presenters and meet some of Edmonton's coolest Twits! May 5 is a full day of breakout sessions, panels, keynote speakers and all the Social Media knowledge you can cram into 8 hours.  Tickets are available online. FIERCE members use the "imediapartner" discount code!

The Schedule

Friday May 4, 2012

Join us for a VIP tweet up and party at the L2 Lounge in Phase 3 of West Edmonton Mall

5:30pm

Ticket includes appetizers and one complimentary beverage

Saturday May 5, 2012

Fantasyland Hotel Conference Rooms

Registration/Coffee: 8:30 - 9:30am

Keynote - Darren Barefoot: 9:30 - 10:30am

Break Out Sessions: 10:30 - 12:30pm

#yeg iMedia-lite panel: 12:30 - 1:00pm

Remainder of lunch: 1:00 - 1:30pm

Keynote - Rebecca Bollwitt: 1:30 - 2:30pm

Break Out Sessions: 2:30 - 4:30pm

Closing 4:30 - 5:00pm

Ticket includes refreshments and lunch

Will you be going to any of these events?

 
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Another fabulous Titanic prize!

There are only 8 tickets left for the Titanic Tea Party next week!

Don't miss out on your chance to win some AMAZING prizes including this gorgeous necklace from Stella & Dot Star Stylist Heather McLellan! Plus every guest will leave with a commemorative gift AND be entered to win the Heart of the Ocean necklace.

Tea, refreshments, Titanic trivia, followed by an IMAX screening of the 3D re-release of the hit movie.

Tickets are only $40 

When: Thursday April 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Movie starts at 8 p.m.

Where: On board the Santa Maria ship at West Edmonton Mall. Movie at Scotiabank Theatre

Click here to get yours before they're gone!

Want to win the Heart of the Ocean?

We are giving away the Heart of the Ocean to one lucky guest at our "Titanic Tea Party" Thursday, April 12 on board the Santa Maria Ship in West Edmonton Mall. This necklace was sponsored by Vanash Jewellry in Millet, AB.

Want to win? Click here for details of the event and to purchase tickets!

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Titanic High Tea

Ooooh I'm sooooo excited to announce this event!! I love the Titanic; the stories, the history, the movie, I love it all!

With the 100th anniversary of the Titanic fast approaching, FIERCE has partnered with West Edmonton Mall to bring you a Titanic Tea Party aboard the Santa Maria on April 12. 

Enjoy refreshments, mingle, win prizes, listen to music that was actually played on the Titanic, and more before a screening of the 3D release of the hit movie at Scotiabank Theatre.

Ticket includes: 

Admission to the Santa Maria Ship
Tea & refreshments

IMAX 3D Movie ticket to Scotiabank Theatre that night

Titanic Trivia & prizes

& more!

Tickets are limited and now available. Click here to purchase.

Please note: This is a 14+ event. And you're on  your own for Tissue.

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iBlog iTweet iFace iConnect

So the bossiest mama herself, Carol McBee, has put together what looks like one helluva social media conference!

She has pulled together local social media experts and is hosting the first-ever iMedia Conference May 5 at the Fantasyland Hotel in Edmonton.

Why do I love this? Three reasons:

One: It goes beyond the blogging community. 
I'm all for blogging, I'd be a hypocrite if I said otherwise, but if your only business is blogging, I see no relevance unless your name is Perez Hilton. Yes, I'm sure I will be crucified for saying that out loud but I view blogging as a tool albeit a very important tool in your business tool box. Blogs, Twitter, Facebook, websites... they are all relevant in today's business world; it's like the margarita without the salt, tequila or ice.

Two: The experts are local! 
Edmonton has a very rich pool of social media enthusiasts who have incorporated SM into building their business. For the most part, Carol has tapped some industry leaders like Walter Schwabe, founder of Fused Logic Inc. and Sue Heuman, owner of Focus Communications, who will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this conference.

Three: It's cheap!
I know what it takes to pull together events, and Carol is becoming quite the efficient and creative event co-ordinator but it's a LOT of work and a LOT of money to make this happen. She has offered the event to her Bossy Mama members for only $89 and had an early bird price of $99 (which is now over) but you can still get a ticket to the event for only $149. If you think that's too expensive consider this: the AWE puts on their annual conference for women at a rate of $600 for the 2-day event. If you choose to attend one day, it's $300.  The AWE Opening Reception is $25 and iMedia's reception is $35.

Both conferences are GREAT, I'm not saying one is better than the other BUT to attend a full-day event for $149 is pretty damn inexpensive. Perspective.

Are you going to iMedia?

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Tweet Retreat cancelled

I'm truly disappointed to have to pass along that the Tweet Retreat at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge planned for April 20-22 has been cancelled.

Not to worry, though! I have plenty of other fantastic events coming up that will go ahead as scheduled! Stay tuned for exciting developments for all things FIERCE!

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are you going to the 2012 Key Communicators Luncheon with the CWC

Another great way to celebrate women for IWD this week is with the Canadian Women in Communications as they host the 2012 Key Communicators Luncheon March 8 featuring a spectacular panel of women including Paula Simons, Amanda Babichuk, Jennifer Crosby and other key players in the industry. The event is moderated by Kari Skeleton.


What makes this event unique is that you get to request your top three picks of panelists to sit with for lunch. Get your tickets and meet some incredible women!


Click here for tickets and information. 


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Celebrate International Women's Day: Tell Your Story

The YWCA of Edmonton is having their Annual Stories of Strength contest and you have until Wednesday, March 7 to submit your story of resilience.


Win a Spa Package valued at $500 from Phoenix Renewal and Spa in Edmonton.


We've all gone through something and and lived to tell the story so why not inspire others with your story of rising from the ashes like the proverbial Phoenix! 


Need a source of inspiration? Check out our 2011 Phenomenal Female of the Year Shandra Carlson and her story in her own words. 

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Canadian Youth Business Foundation events

The CYBF helps young entrepreneurs between 18-34 realize their goals (why the hell didn't I know about them when I started MOM & FIERCE ) and offers support, guidance and online resources. 

Well if you don't want to be that guy banging his head against a wall out of frustration then check out THESE upcoming events!! Thanks to the ever-generous Carla Young for sending me this information!

Edmonton Workshop (all free of charge)

March 5 : So, You Want to Be an Entrepreneur?


March 7: Finding the Ideal Customer


March 12: Building and Implementing A Marketing Plan to Promote Your Small Business


March 14: Small Business Operations

March 19: Best Practices for Legal and Financial Health of Your Small Business


March 21: Developing your Business Plan: Next Steps


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Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Valentine's Day in Edmonton

Want to try something romantical?


Check out what these places have going on:

D'lish Urban Kitchen & Wine Bar has A D'lishous Lovespell Menu featuring five tantalizing courses for only $65/pp and includes a bottle of Spanish Cristalino Cava. Add three wine pairings for $20/pp.

The Melting Pot has a week-long celebration of the most gooiest holiday of the year so what BETTER way to indulge than with fondue? Check out the various packages they have here.

The Vow. OK so it would take a special kinda guy to go see this chick flick but maybe, just MAYBE, you go with your girls and get your Channing Tatum ON! Dayum, think of the hot fantasies you'll have when you go home to him. Single? Perfect excuse to get out of the house and enjoy the luscious playground that is Channing's body. Now playing at a theatre near you.

  

Laser Quest: Get a group of friends, couples, girls/whatever and go out and have some fun! VD doesn't have to be seriously mushy; it can  be celebrated with the people you love. Go. Shoot them then head for drinks and food later.

A night in. Edmonton's best chocolate can be found at Kerstin's Chocolate just off of Jasper Ave. Indulge in some of the most decadent chocolate you will find, pair it with some great wine, throw on the Titanic and lose yourself in the moment. Might I personally recommend the Hot Chocolate. De. Frickin'. LISIOUS! 

What are you doing for Valentine's Day?

Tweetstock 007...Are you going?

I'm not usually a big fan of blogging conferences or social media conferences but THIS! Tweetstock 007... THIS I am excited about!

April 12 at the Galaxy Cinemas in Brantford, ON.

It features some of Twitters most recognizable and engaging experts (except me, shocking I know) and will be one you should not miss!

Chris Eh Young, Kathy Buckworth, Duri Al Ajrami, Julie Cole and MORE!

They will be sharing their expertise and dragging you outside of your wordpress templates! All for the cheapass price an affordable $79.95.

I'm planning on going. Are you?

t.


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Realize Success with AWE

If you haven't been to The Alberta Women Entrepreneurs annual conference but you need to kickstart your business into high gear, consider attending this event May 2-4, 2012 in Edmonton, AB.

Although they don't have any speakers announced yet I have no doubt they will put together something stellar. I went in 2009 when they had Ben Barry, Eveline Charles and Debby Travis, and it was highly motivational (plus I got to meet Ben who I love and adore).

This year the format seems more engaging, productive and somewhat geared towards building your own businesses.

Check it out and take advantage of the early bird pricing to be eligible to win a one night stay at the host Matrix hotel.


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