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Aspiring Innkeeper and Bed & Breakfast Consulting
Join Innkeeper/Consultants Sallie and Welling Clark for a special
Aspiring Innkeeper all-day workshop on November 4th "Aspiring Innkeepers Reaching Your Peak" at the 21st Annual Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado (BBIC) Conference
in Denver, Colorado at the historic Lumber Baron Inn.
Stay for the B&B Innkeepers Conference on Nov 5th to receive more useful information,
network and participate in Colorado's B&B Association.
For Registration Information, see the form below. $130 first person; $115 2nd person -
stay for the Murder Mystery dinner and attend the next day on the 5th and receive a special BBIC member rate.
Sign up to receive our additional "Starting Your Own Bed & Breakfast Inn" seminar class dates
when scheduled (click here)
CONTACT: Sallie Clark (719) 471-3980 Email: mail@holdenhouse.com
Holden House-1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn
1102 W. Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Check back for the Clark's new aspiring class dates or sign up for email updates
In addition to coordinating the Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado Aspiring Innkeepers Day, Sallie and Welling Clark host a one-time 4 hour seminar designed for persons interested in researching and opening their own B&B. Holden House has been in operation since 1986 and the Clarks have been instructing B&B seminars since 1989. Classes are usually conducted from September-April of each year. The seminar includes a "take home" 100+ page reference workbook. The Clarks also offer private consulting services on an hourly basis and sell their workbook with consulting services.
Some quotes from people who have taken advantage of the seminars.
"Thank you for the time and effort-and heart both of you gave so abundantly at the B&B seminar...I was so inspired by your "purpose" driven lives and your commitment as a couple to get where you wanted to be. My little monetary and time investment gave me invaluable treasures from your work and lives." - A. Garrison- Colorado Springs, Colorado
"Whew! What a seminar. So much to learn and yet we are so excited about the possibility of owning our own B&B. Thank you for sharing all the information and for sharing your home with us. We look forward to talking with you again soon." - The Jones'- Sedalia, Colorado
"I wanted to take the time to thank you all for a comfortable and relaxing stay at the Holden House. I also wanted to say that the seminar was very helpful and extremely knowledgeable. I'm still interested in being an innkeeper." - S. McHatten- Elk Grove Village, Illinois
"It was a terrific educational opportunity and your enthusiasm is contagious. I had a hard time getting to sleep, as I had so many ideas running through my mind that night. I hope to take off on the B&B adventure someday." - S. Kern- Monument, Colorado
"Thank you for putting together such a quality seminar. The material and your presentation is very thorough, useful, and quite enjoyable. I appreciated your time in answering my questions. You also have a very charming inn. Your attention to detail and warm spirit really shines through. I can't wait to bring my wife for a romantic evening." - P. Dyer- Colorado Springs, Colorado
"Thank you for your time and energy that you put into your very informative seminar. We know the information will help us in the future. also thanks to your staff for the great refreshments." - The Blackerby's- Fort Collins, Colorado
Sallie & Welling Clark are the owner-innkeepers of
Holden House Bed & Breakfast Inn located in Colorado
Springs, Colorado. They have been operating their award-winning bed and
breakfast inn since 1986 and have been instructing approved B&B seminars
since 1989.
Click here for Holden House Online Gift Shop. Or see: "Aspiring" Innkeeper Books and Information.
Holden House Bed & Breakfast Inn was established in 1986 after 11 months of complete renovation. The Clarks
experience in the business and their knowledge of the industry provides
both insight and a hands-on approach to teaching.
"STARTING YOUR OWN BED & BREAKFAST INN"
SEMINAR TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:
Bed & Breakfast Overview: Will you make a good innkeeper?, Types of Bed & Breakfast's, & Operations Overview.
Researching: Location, The Market, Zoning, Licensing, Insurance, Inn Size, Regulations.
Setting Up The Inn: Decorating & Furnishing, Guest Rooms, Staff, Parking, Breakfast, Safety Considerations.
Additional Information/Inserts: Financial Needs, The Business Plan, Colorado's B&B Business, Inn Newsletters & Associations.
2007 BBIC General Conference/Aspiring Day/Vendor Registration Form
Inn/Business Name __________________________________________________________________________
Attendee(s) Name(s) ________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ____________________________________________________________________________________
City / State _______________________________________________________________________________
Zip Code _______________ Phone (_____)______________________________________________________
Email ___________________@__________________________________________________________________
# Persons $$ Cost
Aspiring Innkeeper Day (Nov.4) $130 1st Person ___________ __________
(Same registration) $115 2nd Person ___________ __________Aspiring Affiliate BBIC Membership (special $25 price) ___________ __________
General Session-Aspiring (Nov.5) $35 / Person ___________ __________
Murder Mystery Dinner (Nov. 4) $50 / Person ___________ __________
General Session-BBIC Member (Nov.5) $35 / Person ___________ __________
General Session-Non member (Nov. 5) $55 / Person ___________ __________
____ YES! Please send me more information on joining BBIC as a B&B Inn Member
Total $$ Due: __________
VENDOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
(open to businesses and B&Bs who wish to sponsor)
*For detailed information on sponsor benefits, call Karen Cullen at 719-685-5354
Platinum Sponsor (Aspiring Day or Conference Day) $400 (2 opportunities) __________
Silver Sponsor (Aspiring Day or Conference Day) $175 (4 opportunities) __________
Supporting Sponsor (Marketing materials included in conference bags)$25 __________
____ YES! Please sign me up as a BBIC Vendor Affiliate Member $90 (Sponsor price) __________
Total Sponsor $$ Due __________
Conference/Sponsor Information: Karen Cullen (719) 685-5354 president@bbicadmin.com
Aspiring Innkeeper Information: Sallie Clark (719) 471-3980 or bbic@icare-consult.comReturn with Payment to:
B&B Innkeepers of Colorado REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
PO Box 38416 Postmarked by October 26, 2007
Colorado Springs, CO 80937-8416 (Deposit Non-refundable)
or Fax Form to: 719-685-5913
___ My check is enclosed for: $__________ or ___ Charge my credit card for: $__________
Credit Card information: _____________________________________ Exp. date: ________________
Name on card ______________________________________________________________________________
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