Express Train Retreat Provides Outlet for Networking Opportunities

New business owners are invited to introduce their products and/or services during a one day women's retreat, designed to turn the networking experience into strong alliances and profitable business connections.

(PRWEB) February 4, 2005 -- Marla, the designer of a new line of organizing products just relocated to the West Coast. She did what most small business owners do to get the word out about their new venture: she attended a networking meeting. At the end of the meeting she was less than impressed. Out of the two hour program, only 20 minutes were dedicated to networking and making connections. The remainder of the time was spent on the special presentations, book and product sales and on raffle prizes. With the demands of running a new company, Marla has little time to spare and will not be attending that networking meeting again. Not to put a damper on early morning or lunch hour networking meetings, but theres something anti-climatic about taking an hour or two away from the office to network, only to find that the time has been filled with product sales and raffle games. I have a good product and want to let those people who can benefit from my services know that Im here," says Marla.

Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence when it comes to networking meetings. The majority of the time is spent on the guest speakers and products, and not enough time connecting business to business and sharing resources. The Art of Rest Retreats for Busy Women, offers a solution; a one day Business & Pleasure retreat where guests can network in a relaxed atmosphere.

We know that good professional relationships and strong support systems are great ways to grow a business. Not only do we provide time for the women to promote their businesses, each person will receive a resource book filled with information on all of the products and services represented at the retreat. We want to make it easy for the guests to stay in contact after the event," says Jordan Mercedes, the company founder.

The retreat will take place on March 19, from 10AM to 5PM, aboard the vintage Pincate Express at the Orange Empire Rail Museum in Perris, CA. The day begins with a breakfast reception before boarding the train for a leisurely ride through the picturesque Box Spring canyon. In addition to networking, retreat goers can indulge in a pampering massage, savor delicious treats and refreshing beverages.

Women who are interested in re-energizing themselves, their business and building contacts can participate in the upcoming retreat by calling (562)920-0017 or visiting The Art of Rest website at www.theartofrest.com. The $139.00 registration fee includes the train ride, breakfast and refreshments, the resource binder and activities.

The Art of Rest (www.theartofrest.com) retreats are known for helping busy women create a balanced life by slowing down to rest and to re-energize from the inside out. The retreats also raise the awareness of work related burn-out, and how it can be prevented. In addition to the Business and Pleasure retreat, The Art of Rest will offer the Time Out Before Burn Out retreat, April 29-May 1 and the Live Your Passion retreat in October 21-23. The weekend retreats are held at the beautiful Temecula Creek Inn located in the heart of Southern Californias Wine Country.

To request registration information please visit www.theartofrest.com.

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