On Thursday February 16, BMO will host an event as part of Social Media Week called Accelerating Small Business Growth in our Economic Times.

Starting at 4:30 p.m. at BMO (Manulife Centre - 55 Bloor St. West) in Toronto, the event will consist of two panel discussions. First, Report on Small Business Editor Sean Stanleigh moderates a panel of social media experts, including: Julie Howlett, Account Director, Global Marketing Solutions at LinkedIn Canada; Chris Eben, Partner at The Working Group; and Liz Strauss, Founder of Inside-Out Thinking.

Then, Ian Portsmouth, Editor and Associate Publisher of PROFIT magazine, moderates a second panel discussion with business owners sharing insights on the issues affecting business growth in Canada.

Networking to follow.

To reserve your spot, register at the Social Media Week website.

You can also get involved with our Social Media Week event by following @BMOsmb on Twitter and tweeting us your questions for our panelists. And be sure to log on for our Twitter chat on Feb. 22, to take part in conversation about social media and small business by following the #BMOsmb hashtag.

You can also have relevant news, tips and resources delivered to your inbox by registering for our BMO SmartSteps for Business eNewsletter.

Check back soon for more details as these exciting events approach. We look forward to connecting with you!