Business Calendar for week of 2/27/2012

Public relations event: The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association will host an experiential media relations workshop for local executives, business owners and public relations professionals Tuesday The event will feature keynote speaker James Gregory, CEO of CoreBrand, who’ll discuss the impact of communications. A panel discussion will round out the program with media representatives from print, radio and television. The workshop will begin at 8 a.m. at the Polo Grill, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch. Deadline to register is Thursday. Registration is $50 for FPRA members and $55 for nonmembers.
Retirement seminar: Michael Valley, an Edward Jones financial adviser in Bradenton, will hosting a free 35-minute educational seminar titled “Annuities and Your Retirement” at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ezra’s Restaurant, 5629 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Lunch will be served. During the seminar, participants will learn the different types of annuities and retirement uncertainties that could impact a long-term strategy. The seminar is free, but space is limited.
Pet health event: Women Owners of Florida Inc. in Sarasota and Bradenton will host bestselling author Andi Brown for a speaking engagement from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Irish Pub and Grille, 1359 Main St., Sarasota. Brown, previous owner of Halo Pet Foods, Holistic Pet Pioneer and author of The Whole Pet Diet, will be speaking and answering questions about achieving great health for dogs and cats. She also will be launching her new company, Holiday Holistic Pets, featuring her new line of USDA approved foods, vitamins, treats and grooming aids. The luncheon is open to Women Owners of Florida members and women in business. Registration is available online, and the cost is $20 per person or $18 for members.Telecommunications event: Contingency Telecom Auditing LLC will host two free informational sessions Thursday at the Keiser University Auditorium. Session one will run from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. followed by a continental breakfast. Session two has been scheduled for 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The event will guide attendees through the basics of telecom billing, how common errors occur and how they can be prevented.