Business Women's Network of Howard County -- Promotes and supports professional women in their careers as executives, business owners and leaders and provides a network of women who have a significant impact on the business environment in Howard County. Third Wednesday, luncheon meetings. Hilton Columbia, 5485 Twin Knolls Road, Columbia. To register for luncheon meetings ($45 per guest) or inquire about membership, call 410-740-0126 or go to www.bwn-hoco.org, or e-mail admin@bwn-hoco.org. Guests welcome.

The Columbia Chapter of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club Inc. -- First Saturday, 10 a.m. The Human Rights Conference Room, 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia. 410-381-1342.

Is Roth Right for You? -- Feb. 11, 6 p.m. at Cafe de Paris. In 2010, regulatory changes will make it easier to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, even for people who haven't qualified in the past because of income level. Dinner will be provided. Seating is limited. Reservation is required. Geoff Burroughs, 410-736-5371.

Free Career Advancement and Computer Training for Adults -- Find a job or move up in your current position. Free for low- to moderate-income residents of Howard County. Registration: Mondays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. or by appointment. Chartwell Professional Park, 8180 Lark Brown Road, Suite 301, Elkridge. Call Cindy at Pinnacle Career Resources, 410-799-1097.

Smart Start to Business Success -- Feb. 11, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Topics include selecting the appropriate legal business entity, financial records, getting startup money, insurance options and Howard County's extensive business resources. Registration fee is $55 and required. The Center for Business and Technology Development, 9250 Bendix Road, Columbia. 410-313-6550 or go to www.hceda.org/thecenter/busEvents.aspx.

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