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Cypress business connection luncheon returns

- ANNA SMITH asmith@medicineha­tnews.com

Building off of the success of previous events, Cypress County is gearing up to host another Connection­s Luncheon on April 26.

This will be the third iteration of the event, says Beth Cash, economic developmen­t officer at Cypress County.

“Feedback from the previous luncheons was really positive. So we’re going to continue with the format that we have done in the past and just find ways to add value along the way,” said Cash.

The goal of the event remains the same, offering an opportunit­y for Cypress County businesses, organizati­ons and entreprene­urs to meet and form potential part- nerships in an informal networking setting.

“The main focus is just offering ... the opportunit­y to create those relationsh­ips. So we’ll have opportunit­ies for networking and collaborat­ion and, here at the county we’re creating an environmen­t that’s welcoming for that at the event,” said Cash.

Cash continued that part of her job is business retention and supporting the people who conduct business in the county. The luncheon was originally created based on feedback she had received from businesses seeking more chances to get to know those around them and network.

“Business retention is crucial to our business community, and this luncheon allows us to provide a platform for them to connect and thrive and ultimately just strengthen the economy here,” said Cash. “The really cool thing is that connection­s made have the potential to lead to increased business activity or job creation and investment opportunit­ies. So, all of these things further contribute to our economic developmen­t goals for Cypress County.”

Registrati­on is open until April 22. Cypress businesses, organizati­ons and entreprene­urs can register for free on Eventbrite. For non-county attendees, the registrati­on fee is $15.

Interested parties are encouraged to register early, as there is a maximum capacity.

 ?? SUBMITTED PHOTO ?? Picture of a previous Cypress Connection­s Business Luncheon.
SUBMITTED PHOTO Picture of a previous Cypress Connection­s Business Luncheon.

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