September 1994 CHEX news Betty Penny interviewed about the founding of the Durham Home Business Association. Spring Issue 1995 Home Business Report Betty Penny of Penny & Associates front cover, quoted on bank and interest charges "It's Tax Time Again". May 1996 Durham Business News Betty Penny Quoted on small business growth in Durham Region. March 1996 Today's Seniors " Minding your own business after retirement " Quoted on how to use your skills or a hobby to start a business. February to June 1997 TV host Rogers cable 10 " The Federal Report with Alex Sheppard ." Topics: taxation, senior issues, small business, government funding, banking and technology. February 1997 Durham Business News Betty Penny appointed new DREDAC (Durham Region Economic Development Advisory) Chair October 1997 Feature article "Durham Business News" Business Women's Team Canada Trade Mission. September 05, 1998 " Toronto Star " Betty Penny "Finalist Oshawa/Clarington Business Person Of the Year. September 22, 1998 "Computer Reseller News Canada" Article about Virtual Trade Mission. Penny, is developing business leads through the VTM. Penny & Associates provides internet offshore accounting and keeps up to date with all tools used for communication and technology. January 29,2001 "Local Hero" with Dan Carter (Chex TV) An indepth business interview with Betty Penny and the success of Penny & Associates Inc. January 30, 2001 "Virtual trade missions break down borders" Virtual Trade Mission. Cyberspace trips are cheap, effective way for smaller firms to find new markets July 30, 2001 "Costco Connection Magazine" Virtual Trade Mission - Small town company make connections world wide Speaking Engagements: November 10, 1999 - Small Business Information Expo 99 - Developing Cross Border Trade Relationships. March 1996 - Oshawa / Clarington Chamber of Commerce " Home Based Businesses in Durham Region " sponsored by TD Bank April 1996 - Durham Home and Small Business Association - " Utilizing resources in Durham Region to grow your business. September 1997 - Metro East Trade - Small Business and Computer Trade Show - "How to grow your business in Durham Region" November 1997 - Durham Region Business Fair " Starting a successful home based business" May 1998 - Social Development Council "Building your confidence and business" September 1998 - Third Thursday Breakfast Club - " Networking to Build Your Business. September 1998 - Social Development Council & Royal Bank - Women's Forum "Networking".