Monday, Feb. 26
WORKSHOP
Storytelling and the personal brand
Learn to use the art of storytelling to enhance your personal branding. Participants in this workshop will learn about storytelling methods and how to improve their public speaking skills. Monday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., General Assembly Boston, 125 Summer St., 13th floor, Boston. $40. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
Tuesday, Feb. 27
WORKSHOP
Networking as a business strategy
Attend a workshop presented by SCORE Boston in partnership with the Harvard Ed Portal on how to increase business contacts through networking events. Learn follow up techniques and how to manage and maintain connections. Breakfast provided. Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Ave., Allston. Free. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
DISCUSSION
The state of the State Department
Attend a panel discussion, open to the public, hosted by WorldBoston, featuring ambassadors Nicholas Burns of the Harvard Kennedy School, and Barbara Stephenson, president of the American Foreign Service Association. The discussion aims to address the future of the US State Department. Tuesday, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Boston. Free. Registration required. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
Wednesday, Feb 28
BUSINESS BREAKFAST
The importance of a board of directors
The North Shore Technology Council invites local business professionals to attend a business breakfast on the importance of choosing a board of directors — finding people who serve to reduce business risk, avoid costly mistakes, and recruit top talent. Speakers will share their experiences serving on, forming, or managing executive boards. Wednesday, 7 to 9 a.m., Peabody Marriott, 8A Centennial Drive, Peabody. Tickets range from $24 to $40. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
PANEL
Virtual reality and education
Sit in on a panel discussion hosted by Boston EdTech Meetup Group and BostonVR, who will be discussing the future of virtual reality and its potential impact on education. Wednesday, 6 to 10 p.m., Alley Cambridge, 10 Ware St., Cambridge. Free. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
Thursday, March 1
MEET-UP
Hang out with fellow HR professionals
Professionals in the human resources field are invited to attend an evening of networking to discuss the changing industry and recent technology advancements. Complimentary appetizers and beverages provided. Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m., The Liberty Hotel, 3rd floor terrace, 215 Charles St., Boston. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
WORKSHOP
Create buzz for your business
Learn how to gain media coverage for your company by understanding how and when to pitch a story. This workshop, co-sponsored by the MA Small Business Development Center, will discuss different ways of working with media to become a trusted source. Thursday, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Enterprise Center at Salem State University, 121 Loring Ave., Salem. Free. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
Friday, March 2
PANEL
Massachusetts Marijuana Summit
Attend the second Mass. Marijuana Summit, beginning with a keynote address delivered by Shaleen Title of the Cannabis Control Commission. Her speech will be followed by a panel discussion on how to navigate the quickly approaching marijuana industry in Massachusetts. Friday, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education Center, 10 Winter Place, Boston. $20. Register online or go to the business agenda at bostonglobe.com.
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