Below, you will find a quick cheat-sheet of powerful events for you creative social butterflies in Orlando. Please make sure to let me know if I missed anything important!

Under 30 Rock Star Business Series (Webinar, but hosted by some of my favorite local rock stars, so I am including anyway!) http://ow.ly/nANO
Sept. 14 at 7 pm
As a young business person, entrepreneur or job seeker – the competition has never been more fierce. Unemployment is high, funding is tight and the market is ripe for change. We want to show you how to make that change in your own life by helping you create and establish a personal and professional brand!

Each week will have a different theme and instructor. Collectively this group has been using Social Media and Online Tools to create a huge network that includes: More than 25,000 engaged Twitter followers; a community with over 600 active members; TV Coverage on FOX News, ABC and the Daily Buzz; syndication on a nationally distributed Radio Show; magazine features in Smart Business Magazine, Personal Branding Magazine and the Hudson Valley Business Journal; books feature in How To Go To College on a Shoe String; spoken at events around the country, speaking to college students, graduates and job seekers, helping them see the potential in social media and online branding.; guest posts and features on Mashable, Workshifting, Personal Branding Blog, The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, The College Living Blog, the Startupist, Ypulse and countless others.

Professional Alliance Group
When September 9, 16, 23, and 30 2009, 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Email: anne.farmer@orlando.org
CONNECT with other professionals in the community to help grow each other’s businesses and facilitate introductions which turn to revenue
LEARN from each other, mentor and grow together, and share business ideas to reach maximum success
LEAD each other through becoming engaged with regional community issues and concern

Professional Power Partners
When: September 9, 16, 23 and 30 2009. 8:45 am – 10:00 am
The Chamber’s Leads Group help to provide additional opportunities for businesses to build relationships, increase visibility, aid in professional development and help get more referrals. You must be a current Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce member in good standing to participate. Only one industry representative per Leads Group. Three unexcused absences may result in dismissal.
There will be a $5.00 per meeting charge for anyone not ordering breakfast.
Contact: K. Goins
Phone: 407-835-2469
Email: k.goins@orlando.org

Central Florida Film Festival
When: 09/04/2009 — 09/06/2009
www.centralfloridafilmfestival.com

Women of Enterprise (WE) Network
When: September 7 and 21, 2009, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
WE is a women-only referral group that aims to promote women doing business with women within the community. For those wanting to become more involved in the community, WE aims to become a recognizable organization making a difference for the betterment of life and business.
WE meets every 2 weeks for lunch, learning, and relationship building. WE allows only one representative from each industry.
RSVPs must bereceived no later than the Friday preceding the meeting.
Contact: K. Goins
Phone: 407-835-2469
Email: k.goins@orlando.org

Lake Nona Leads Group
When: September 2,9,16,23 and 30 2009, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
The Chamber’s Leads Groups help to provide additional opportunities for businesses to build relationships, increase visibility, aid in professional development and help get more referrals. You must be a current Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce member in good standing to participate. Only one industry representative per Leads Group. Three unexcused absences may result in dismissal.
Contact: K. Goins
Phone: 407-835-2469
Email: k.goins@orlando.org
The Crystal Reel Awards
When: Saturday, September 12, 2009
Where: Plant City, Florida
This, our twentieth year of the award shows presented by the Florida Motion Picture and Television Association, takes place again at the Red Rose Inn in Plant City on Saturday, September 12, 2009. This proves to be a very special event.
Website: www.fmpta.org
FilmSlam
When: Sunday, September 13, 2009
Originally a project of University of Central Florida’s Downtown Media Arts Center, the FilmSlam seemed fated to end when DMAC closed earlier this year. The local filmmaking community and FilmSlam organizers came to Enzian with a request to continue the monthly screenings of local filmmakers’ projects. As a result, Enzian will continue the program to focus on the growing number of indie and student filmmakers in the State of Florida.

Entry into the FilmSlam is FREE (and open only) to all Florida Filmmakers. There is a $5.00 admission fee to the monthly screenings so that the filmmakers do not have to pay an entry fee! Tell your friends to come support indie film! Website: www.enzian.org/films/filmslam.html

WEVA EXPO 2009
When: 09/14/2009 — 09/17/2009
19th Annual Wedding and Event Association (WEVA) International Trade Show and Convention. Wedding and Event Videographers from all over the globe gather to network, share techniques and elevate their businesses to the top of their game. Trade show brings vendors and attendees from all across the video industry. Creative Excellence Awards bring entries from all over the world. Awards Event held opening night. Expo Only Tickets available.
Website: www.wevaexpo.com

Florida Media Market
When: 09/16/2009 — 09/20/2009
The Florida Media Market is a membership-based organization whose goal is to educate and build a platform where independent film & media makers meet with international buyers, distributors and production companies to buy, sell and network. We aim to create an annual market for film, documentary, television and media deal-making that will fortify our industry both internationally and in Florida, the action state. FMM’s Fourth Annual Global Film & Media Conference will take place in Orlando, Florida September 16-20.
Website: www.floridamediamarket.com
Orlando Hispanic Film Festival
When: 09/16/2009 — 09/20/2009
Plaza Cinema Café Downtown Orlando
The Orlando Hispanic Film Festival (OHFF) is a high energy, high profile event bringing movie-going to a whole new level. The event will draw a wide variety and fast growing independent film audience. OHFF provides a highly desirable platform where independent filmmakers from around the world can showcase their work to industry professionals and the entire Central Florida Community.
Website: www.ohfilmfestival.com/
The Global Peace Film Festival
When: 09/22/2009 — 09/27/2009
Rollins College, WP Library, Orlando Science Center
The Global Peace Film Festival was established to utilize the power of the motion picture to further the goal of peace on earth. With a mission to expand the definition of peace beyond anti-war, ideology, activism or specific causes, the Global Peace Film Festival films and events suggest a more personal message as reflected in the daily lives of individuals and communities the world over.

The GPFF presents films from around the world and global discussions that highlight the power of this extraordinary medium as it relates to new peace issues. See films from around the world, attend educational panels, meet filmmakers and special guests and hear from local activists about their work. And get involved!
Website: www.peacefilmfest.org/
FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival
When: 10/09/2009 — 10/11/2009
Venue: Wyndham Orlando Resort
International horror film festival featuring the best in independent horror from around the world! As part of Spooky Empire’s Ultimate Horror Weekend which draws over 10,000 horror fans every year!
Go to our website for more information
Website: www.freakshowfilmfest.com
Daytona Beach Film Festival
When: 10/09/2009 — 10/11/2009
Where: Ormond Beach, Florida
The festival will feature films from the four corners of the globe, as well as award winners from other festivals. There will be a student competition offering an opportunity for future filmakers to showcase their talents and an ‘Out of Towners’ special weekend package to encourage those who wish to enjoy our area as well as the cinema offerings.
Website: www.dbff.org

INDIEFEST!
When: 10/16/2009 — 10/25/2009
INDIEFEST! is a four-day (Thursday –Sunday), family-inclusive event that welcomes the very best in independent features, shorts, documentaries and student-made films. In addition INDIEFEST! celebrates classic favorites that audiences have come to know and love by offering FREE screenings to the general public. INDIEFEST! welcomes independent filmmakers, industry professionals, and film lovers the world over to celebrate and showcase their talents in an artistic-centric community that provides world-class accommodations, unique dining experiences, and themed entertainment.
Website: www.celebrationfilm.org
ShowEast
When: 10/26/2009 — 10/29/2009
Orlando World Center Marriott
ShowEast is the only major convention and trade show for the cinema exhibition and distribution community on the East Coast. Cinema Exhibition professionals come to ShowEast for exciting film screenings of major studio and independent feature films slated for holiday release as well as product reel presentations, exciting special events with Hollywood’s hottest stars, educational seminars and to find the latest products, services and technologies at the trade show.
Website: www.showeast.com
LDI 2009 by Live Design Magazine
11/16/2009 – 11/22/2009
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando FL
Do you need TOOLS that will help you BREAK through the economy, give you a competitive edge and allow you to work more efficiently?
This year we’re all being challenged to deliver more at our jobs…more productivity, more expertise, more creativity. In today’s economy, it has become more critical than ever for live design professionals to update their technical knowledge and sharpen their skills. In 2009, you either contribute or become extinct. LDI has all the tools and resources you’ll need to help you work smarter.
ldishow.com/LDI09/public/enter.aspx

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