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SUMMARY:VentureB Entrepreneurship Workshop Series: April 19 - May 10
DESCRIPTION:Join us for each component of our VentureB Entrepreneurship Workshop Series\, designed to help build or round out your business plan.\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis series is designed to help start-ups effectively understand and develop their their business plan by gaining tangible experience in 90 minute hands on workshops. \n1. Business Landscape Mapping 4/19 | 6:00 – 7:30pm \nLearn how to create a high level\, structured way of visualizing key components (revenue\, costs & key partners) of your business model and how they work together. \n  \n2. Estimating Your Market Size 4/28 | 6:00 – 7:30pm \nMarket size is the critical component to understanding your business model and learning how to obtain and analyze this data is critical to making strategic business decisions including customer discovery and financial estimates. \n  \n3. Building Your Financial Estimates 5/3 | 6:00 – 7:30pm \nEstablishing early assumptions on your financials is key to testing your business model. Topics to include income and cash flow statements\, revenue and expenditures\, and value of accounting systems. \n  \n4. Non Dilutive Funds 5/10 | 6:00 – 7:30pm \nNon-dilutive funding refers to any capital that a business owner receives that doesn’t require them to give up equity or ownership. Join us as we explore ways to access working capital without giving away any ownership or equity of your business. \n\n  \n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR EACH EVENT HERE>>\n\n  \n\n* Refreshments will be served \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ventureb-entrepreneurship-workshop-series-april-19-may-10/
LOCATION:Capital Region Chamber / CEG\, 5 Computer Drive South\, Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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SUMMARY:2022 Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Creative Placemaking Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Summit will bring together up to 350 people who work to\, or want to\, strategically engage local arts and cultures to help enhance and support communities (that is\, creative placemaking). Together\, they’ll explore timely and important issues facing neighborhoods\, towns and cities in New England and the Mid-Atlantic states. \nIt is a hybrid event that runs from April 18 to 22.  Registration will open by January 21\, 2022.  The price will be around $250 for the full Summit.  An online-only ticket will be $50.  We anticipate having some scholarships available. \nWe’re meeting online April 18 and 19. You can participate in sessions live\, or watch recordings of any live sessions you missed. You can visit the exhibit booths at your convenience to learn more about what’s going on in the creative placemaking field\, and about organizations doing interesting work in New York’s Capital Region. Want to meet up with other participants\, or maybe connect with an affinity group to find other people who share your interests or are from your area? You can do that in the online Social Lounge. \nOn April 20\, you can get inspired by the Summit keynote speaker (to be announced)\, who will be speaking at Union College. If you can’t make it in person\, you can watch the presentation online. \nWe’ll be together in downtown Schenectady\, NY on April 21 and 22. You can expand your creative placemaking toolbox through workshops\, get and share big ideas in Strategic Conversations\, sharpen your planning and design skills through Strategy Labs\, or go on tours to see interesting things happening in the Capital District. \nWe’re also planning a public art activity in downtown Schenectady as part of the Summit. It will be on April 22 or 23\, so please plan to stay over for the weekend.  Registration will open by January 17\, 2022. You can buy a ticket to the online part of the Summit\, or for the complete Summit. Scholarships and single day tickets for April 21 and 22 are available. \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nWhy should you go… \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for inspiration and ideas for new or better partnerships\, projects\, programs\, or policies to help communities — or just want to build more connections in creative placemaking — the Summit is the right place to be. \n\nIt’s also a good place for educators and researchers in cultural planning and policy\, arts administration\, community and economic development\, or urban planning and design to learn about model practices and meet leaders at the intersection of arts\, cultural heritage\, and public policy. \n  \n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/2022-northeast-mid-atlantic-creative-placemaking-leadership-summit/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T200000
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SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2022-04-07/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20220318T160557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T160806Z
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SUMMARY:TVCOG Presents Food for Thought #17: MadeXHudson on Sustainable Fashion
DESCRIPTION:What does sustainability mean in fashion and how are brands using it? What fashion choices can we make to be more environmentally friendly? Sirpa Cowell of MadeXHudson will discuss some facts and numbers of the fashion industry’s current pollution issues\, and efforts targeted on improving sustainability. \nMade X Hudson (MxH) is a cut-and-sew garment/soft goods sampling and production facility in Catskill\, New York. \nSirpa Cowell has worked over 25 years in international design and product development. Her breadth of experience includes corporate design leadership and expert knowledge of high-quality manufacturing. Sirpa’s design consulting firm\, Visualmgmt\, helps companies with Creative Direction and builds product lines\, as well as takes product photos. Currently she runs the design and production at MadeXHudson\, cut and sew manufacturing space in Catskill\, NY. She is passionate about local art\, painting\, design and sustainability. \n***************** \nThis free\, virtual series is brought to you by the Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, a certified NYS Incubator and affiliated Innovate 518 Hotspot partner supported by the Empire State Development Division of Science\, Technology\, and Innovation (NYSTAR). \nThe Manufacturing Incubator provides expert coaching\, advisory services and support for product-related startups. We offer resources specifically tuned for hardware development through our Makerspace and Prototyping Center\, with our advanced manufacturing equipment and flexible workspace. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tvcog-presents-food-for-thought-17-madexhudson-on-sustainable-fashion/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Clean Energy,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20220328T151516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T151547Z
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SUMMARY:2022 IgniteU NY MWBE & VOB Startup Showcase
DESCRIPTION:IgniteU NY invites you to our 2022 MWBE & VOB Startup Showcase. Hear from the companies who have been growing and scaling their operations with us over the past six weeks. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, April 5th for an evening of virtual pitches from the companies participating in the 2022 MWBE & VOB Accelerator Program. The companies will be pitching to compete for cash and in-kind prizes. \nThe event is free and will be live streamed on IgniteU NY Facebook Page. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive the link to the live stream shortly before the show starts! \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/2022-igniteu-ny-mwbe-vob-startup-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20220302T201124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T202440Z
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SUMMARY:The 13th Annual Capital Region Business Plan Competition
DESCRIPTION:The New York Business Plan Competition is New York State’s premier collegiate business plan competition\, attracting entrepreneurial-minded college students from throughout the state. Celebrating its 13th year\, the Capital Region regional qualifying event will generate proceeds to support ongoing student programming\, to ensure access to the best entrepreneurial education. \n1st Place Track Winners will pitch live at University at Albany’s ETEC building on Friday\, March 25th\, at 11:30 a.m.\, for a grand prize! \n  \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/the-13th-annual-capital-region-business-plan-competition/
LOCATION:ETEC Building – University at Albany\, SUNY\, 1220 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T174500
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CREATED:20220228T180748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T181414Z
UID:16810-1648047600-1648057500@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:M&A Advisor Series: Growing & Exiting Fingerpaint
DESCRIPTION:Upstate Capital presents the M&A Advisor Series: exclusive\, regional events across Upstate NY for people interested in mergers\, acquisitions and ownership transitions. The events feature CEO stories for executives who have had successful deals and professionals who advise on various aspects. \nJoin us on March 23 at The Opalka Gallery @ Russell Sage College\, 140 New Scotland Ave\, Albany\, NY 12208 \n  \nAgenda\n\n\n3:00PM Invitation-only Roundtable \n\n\n\n4:00PM Registration + Networking \n\n\n5:00PM Panel Discussion: What Are Businesses Worth? Valuation Considerations \n\n\n\n5:45PM Fingerpaint’s M&A Journey \n\n\nConversation with Ed Mitzen\, Founder\, and Bill McEllen\, Global President – Fingerpaint \nFingerpaint is known for its innovative and data-driven approach to providing analytics-enabled\, integrated marketing solutions to a growing roster of healthcare clients\, specifically in the pharmaceutical\, rare disease\, and gene therapy sectors. The acquisition and full integration of Splice into the Fingerpaint brand will bolster the company\, which was just named Agency of the Year\, Category I\, by Med Ad News\, give it a footprint on the West Coast\, and support its continued commitment to being a best-in-class commercialization services provider for biopharma. \n\n  \nLearn more & Register here>>\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ma-advisor-series-growing-exiting-fingerpaint/
LOCATION:The Opalka Gallery @ Russell Sage College\, 140 New Scotland Ave\, Albany\, 12208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20220214T204407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T170534Z
UID:16761-1646659800-1646672400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Protect Your Business: Resources & Guidance From the FBI
DESCRIPTION:The Business Council of New York State\, Inc. and the University at Albany’s College of Emergency Preparedness\, Homeland Security & Cybersecurity are pleased to present an information and networking session with representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Field Offices in Albany\, Buffalo and New York City. The FBI will review their business outreach and investigative programs and cover a range of issues impacting the business community\, including: \nCounter-terrorism and domestic terrorism\nCounter-intelligence and intelligence\nCybersecurity and ransomware\nEconomic espionage\nBest practices to protect organizations and individuals \nThis is a unique opportunity for New York’s business community and academia to have a dialogue and develop partnerships with the FBI on these important issues. Learn about the resources and services the FBI provides to help you prepare for and respond to the threats that can impact your organization and its vital infrastructure.   \nDean Robert Griffin of UAlbany’s College of Emergency Preparedness\, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity will present briefly about the research\, instruction and resources at the College. \n  \nLearn more & Register Here>>\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/protect-your-business-resources-guidance-from-the-fbi/
LOCATION:ETEC Building – University at Albany\, SUNY\, 1220 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Education/Training,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220303T200000
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SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2022-03-03/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211101T150049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T193631Z
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SUMMARY:February: VentureB Virtual Presentation
DESCRIPTION:CEG coaches entrepreneurs in creating & delivering a presentation resulting in an open public pitch to regional investors & business leaders. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nVentureB is a quarterly program designed for entrepreneurs to gain visibility to the region’s angel and institutional investors\, business service providers\, advisers\, students\, faculty\, alumni and the early stage business community. \n\n\nJoin us for a VentureB Virtual Presentation on Wednesday\, February 16th.\n  \n\nFeaturing presentations by: \n                   \n\nVirtual Agenda: \n\n4:00 – 4:10 PM | Welcome & Panel Introductions\n4:10 – 4:40 PM | Presentation by re: Charge-e & Panel Q&A\n4:45 – 5:15 PM | Presentation by Knitt & Panel Q&A\n5:15 – 5:20 PM | Closing\n \n\n\nAbout the presenting companies:  \nre: Charge-e believes in the potential for shared micromobility to reshape urban communities toward a healthier\, greener\, and more equitable future through charging stations that will redefine how people use electric bikes\, scooters\, and other devices in public places. \nKnitt is a platform that connects both donors searching for ways to support their community and nonprofits searching for new partnerships. Create your knitted network so you can focus on your mission. \n\nRegistration in advance is required for the virtual events: \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom event.  \nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/february-ventureb-virtual-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship,Venture B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211201T164617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T164629Z
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SUMMARY:The “Phase 0” Global Center for Medical Innovation (GCMI) Product Development Process
DESCRIPTION:Michael Fisher\, Director of Product Development\, Global Center for Medical Innovation \nGCMI’s “Phase 0” product development process helps develop a project plan\, understand development costs and timelines\, realize overall product opportunities\, and estimate the product’s true value proposition.  Through collection of data\, the client has an opportunity to challenge findings\, question their own assumptions\, prepare a defensible strategy to discuss with investors\, and compete for various grant applications.  Most importantly\, this process helps the client spend their limited resources to make the best decisions for their company. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/the-phase-0-global-center-for-medical-innovation-gcmi-product-development-process/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20200603T151135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T151135Z
UID:15050-1643913000-1643918400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2022-02-03/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211201T163811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T205930Z
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SUMMARY:CNYBAC Medical Device Innovation Challenge Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Teams:  Dancing Eyes\, JelikaLite\, Rubitection\, MindTrace \nJudges:  Gwen Cheni\, IndieBio NY; Arber Ruci\, NSF I-Corps NY Hub; David Thurlow\, Launch NY and Marc Alessi\, Business Incubator Association of NYS (BIANYS) \nSponsored by:  Innovation Law Center\, CenterState CEO\, FuzeHub\, TDO\, Empire State Development\, Upstate Venture Connect\, Upstate Capital Association of New York \n  \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/cnybac-medical-device-innovation-challenge-pitch-event/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211227T194409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T184604Z
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SUMMARY:InFUZEd Marketing Meetup: January
DESCRIPTION:inFUZEd Marketing Meetup is a monthly educational and networking opportunity. It is a way of networking with other like-minded marketers in manufacturing dealing with the same challenges and opportunities as you! Each month\, we will be featuring a different speaker and topic. This month we’ll discuss video and podcasts for manufacturers. \nJoin us to learn from Chris Scafario\, Chief Operating Officer at DVIRC. Chris will give an overview of DVIRC’s proven lead generation process that aligns companies’ capabilities with market opportunities to drive measurable growth by generating qualified prospects. Few business challenges compare to the urgency of maintaining a pipeline of sales opportunities. Without a steady flow of qualified prospects that match companies’ capabilities and will be receptive to your sales message\, no business can sustain itself for long. \n  \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/infuzed-marketing-meetup-january/
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20200603T151135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T151135Z
UID:15049-1641493800-1641499200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2022-01-06/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211203T143012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T143117Z
UID:16335-1639400400-1639404000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NYS COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant Program (NYSTAR) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an overview of the New York State COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant Program. This webinar will include information on the newly expanded eligibility requirements and an overview of the application process and what to expect once you have applied. Suitable for small businesses and for community organizations looking for program information to relay program information to others. \n  \nFurther details about the program can be found here:  State of New York Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program (nysmallbusinessrecovery.com) \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/nys-covid-19-small-business-recovery-grant-program-nystar-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211201T172037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T172921Z
UID:16294-1639044000-1639062000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:DOD Proposal Development
DESCRIPTION:This Department of Defense-focused workshop provides detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD\, including both technical and commercialization plans\, and navigating the submission process. Presented by DOD SBIR/STTR expert\, Monique Branham\, the program will also cover: \n\nSBIR/STTR program basics and up-to-date information on the DoD program\nAn understanding of the differences between DoD components\nTips on how to identify a topic\nThe importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact during the pre-release period \nWriting to meet the reviewers’ expectations\nCommon pitfalls and how to avoid them\, and more!\n\n  \nThere will also be several workshops available in January and February 2022\, so please visit Downstate NY SBIR Assistance Center website to see what we do and how we can help your business! \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/dod-proposal-development/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211201T163537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T163640Z
UID:16267-1638889200-1638892800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Successfully Navigating the Medical Device Development Process
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Jennifer Palinchik\, President\, JALEX Medical \n \nDeveloping a medical device is an extensive undertaking that requires expertise in engineering\, manufacturing\, regulatory affairs\, and quality assurance\, to name a few. Having a thorough understanding of the medical device development process and its key elements at the outset is essential to planning the development of an approvable product and can help anticipate timing and costs. This session will take attendees along the journey of creating a medical device from concept to market and provide high-level strategies to consider along the way. A few case studies will be presented to demonstrate the importance of all aspects of the process and how they yield a successful product launch and beyond.   \nRegister in advance for this VIRTUAL presentation: \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/successfully-navigating-the-medical-device-development-process/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T124500
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211201T171808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T172722Z
UID:16289-1638878400-1638881100@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:DOE Letter of Intent Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Downstate New York SBIR Assistance Center at Stony Brook University\, in collaboration with BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting\, is offering two virtual webinars in December to assist small businesses obtain federal SBIR grants\, allowing the continuation of R&D that will have strong potential for technology commercialization. The workshops\, focusing on the DOE and DOD\, are being held December 7 & 9\, 2021. You can register for one or both.  To learn more about the workshops or to register for free\, click here. \nThe 45 minute webinar on December 7th will discuss the purpose\, timelines\, submission web portal and strategies for preparing a DOE Letter of Intent (LOI). At the conclusion of this webinar\, participants will be equipped to prepare and submit a compelling LOI\, which is a requirement prior to submitting a full proposal to the DOE SBIR/STTR Program.  For the current DOE open Phase I solicitation the LOI deadline is January 3\, 2022. \nThe December 9th webinar (5½ hours) will feature a DOD-focused workshop providing detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD\, including both technical and commercialization plans\, and navigating the submission process.  \nWe hope you will find one or both workshops appealing and take advantage of these opportunities to work alongside the Downstate NY SBIR Assistance Center.  There will also be several workshops available in January and February 2022\, so please visit our website to see what we do and how we can help your business! \n  \n  \nREGISTER HERE for December 7th Webinar>>\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/doe-letter-of-intent-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20200603T151135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T151135Z
UID:15048-1638469800-1638475200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2021-12-02/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211129T193650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T193711Z
UID:16260-1638363600-1638378000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:BIANYS 2021 - Virtual Annual Conference of NYS Incubators
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting of the Business Incubator Association of New York State\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nEach year the membership of the Business Incubator Association of New York State (BIANYS) holds their Annual Meeting to share best practices\, get updates on incubation\, and elect their Board of Directors. There is always a public portion of the meeting for anyone interested in incubation or the startup innovation economy\, this meeting is a great way to network and get a better understanding of the ever changing trends in the startup innovation ecosystem of New York. At the end of the public portion of the Meeting\, their is a members only portion of the meeting where members discuss policies\, by laws\, and hold a vote for 3 out of the 9 board seats that come up on a rotating basis. \n  \n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bianys-2021-virtual-annual-conference-of-nys-incubators/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211029T163159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T163223Z
UID:16097-1638280800-1638284400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:How to Apply for the NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program\, which was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses\, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, is NOW OPEN. \nGrant amounts range from $5\,000 – $50\,000 (awards calculated based on a business’ annual gross receipts for 2019). \nNot sure where to start? Lea Springstead\, Project Manager at the Capital Region Chamber\, will be hosting a complimentary webinar where she will provide details about the grant process. Participants will also be given additional documents that will help with the application process. Lea will also be available to support you\, answer questions\, and ensure that your application is submitted. \nWebinar Dates: \n\n\n\n11/4/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/9/2021 – 11am to 12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/17/2021 – 6pm to 7pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/30/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n \n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/how-to-apply-for-the-nys-covid-19-pandemic-small-business-grant-program-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211029T163108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T163108Z
UID:16093-1637172000-1637175600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:How to Apply for the NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program\, which was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses\, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, is NOW OPEN. \nGrant amounts range from $5\,000 – $50\,000 (awards calculated based on a business’ annual gross receipts for 2019). \nNot sure where to start? Lea Springstead\, Project Manager at the Capital Region Chamber\, will be hosting a complimentary webinar where she will provide details about the grant process. Participants will also be given additional documents that will help with the application process. Lea will also be available to support you\, answer questions\, and ensure that your application is submitted. \nWebinar Dates: \n\n\n\n11/4/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/9/2021 – 11am to 12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/17/2021 – 6pm to 7pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/30/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n \n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/how-to-apply-for-the-nys-covid-19-pandemic-small-business-grant-program-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211101T131353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T132125Z
UID:16119-1637164800-1637172000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:VentureB Innovation Series Workshop: Investor Pitch Development for Startups
DESCRIPTION:As a startup looking to secure funding through a bank\, grant\, angel investor or venture capitalist\, how you approach communicating your business model is critical. \nAn investor pitch presentation helps potential investors understand key aspects of your business. The goal is to capture their interest and secure a follow up conversation or meeting. \nYou’ll walk away from this workshop with a better understanding of the 10 key topics to include and why. Additional support documentation will be shared via email after the program. \nLet us guide you in putting your best pitch forward. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar will be led by Michael Lobsinger\, Sr. Vice President of CEG. Michael is a serial entrepreneur and has extensive experience in the operations of product based enterprises. Michael has led R&D and NPD teams at Boeing\, Shell Global\, and Quatic Apparel\, as well as mentored several product based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. \n\n\n\n\n  \nWhile this workshop is free\, registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ventureb-innovation-series-workshop-investor-pitch-development-for-startups/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship,Venture B
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211029T162953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T162953Z
UID:16090-1636455600-1636459200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:How to Apply for the NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program\, which was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses\, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, is NOW OPEN. \nGrant amounts range from $5\,000 – $50\,000 (awards calculated based on a business’ annual gross receipts for 2019). \nNot sure where to start? Lea Springstead\, Project Manager at the Capital Region Chamber\, will be hosting a complimentary webinar where she will provide details about the grant process. Participants will also be given additional documents that will help with the application process. Lea will also be available to support you\, answer questions\, and ensure that your application is submitted. \nWebinar Dates: \n\n\n\n11/4/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/9/2021 – 11am to 12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/17/2021 – 6pm to 7pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/30/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n \n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/how-to-apply-for-the-nys-covid-19-pandemic-small-business-grant-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20200603T151135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T151135Z
UID:15047-1636050600-1636056000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2021-11-04/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211029T162723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T162912Z
UID:16086-1636034400-1636038000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:How to Apply for the NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program\, which was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses\, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, is NOW OPEN. \nGrant amounts range from $5\,000 – $50\,000 (awards calculated based on a business’ annual gross receipts for 2019). \nNot sure where to start? Lea Springstead\, Project Manager at the Capital Region Chamber\, will be hosting a complimentary webinar where she will provide details about the grant process. Participants will also be given additional documents that will help with the application process. Lea will also be available to support you\, answer questions\, and ensure that your application is submitted. \nWebinar Dates: \n\n\n\n11/4/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/9/2021 – 11am to 12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/17/2021 – 6pm to 7pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11/30/2021 – 2pm to 3pm\n\n\n\n\n \n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/how-to-apply-for-the-nys-covid-19-pandemic-small-business-grant-program/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20211007T133137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T160416Z
UID:15944-1635159600-1635163200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:InFUZEd Marketing Meetup: STEP Grants / Export Funding
DESCRIPTION:The STEP grant program has helped thousands of small businesses obtain grants and find customers in the international marketplace since 2011. STEP financial support helps small businesses with marketing initiatives including assistance with campaigns\, e-commerce\, trade show exhibits and training workshops. Join us with this month’s special guests as we discuss how STEP Grants and Export Funding can help manufacturers with their marketing challenges. \n  \nSpeakers: \nKathryn Bamberger is an Industry Development Director in Empire State Development’s International Division\, Global NY.  Managing half of the Upstate Regions\, her clients mainly are located between Plattsburgh and Poughkeepsie\, west to Warrensburg\, Utica and Oneonta.  She brings a special interest in food and beverage resulting from her tenure in a similar role at NYS Dept Agriculture.  She holds a BA from St Lawrence University in Canton and an MBA from Sage Graduate School in Albany.  Prior to joining the state\, she held various sales and marketing positions in the private sector\, garnering several awards and recognitions.   \n  \nAntonio Rodriguez is a Senior International Trade Manager at Empire State Development’s (ESD) Global NY Division\, where he counsels New York companies on all aspects of Global NY programs and services\, which are available to promote exports.  Antonio is responsible for managing the New York State Trade Expansion Program (STEP).  The STEP grant program is a collaborative funding opportunity initiative with the U.S. Small Business Administration developed to increase the number of small businesses that export and the value of small business exports. The STEP grant program helps small businesses overcome obstacles to exporting by providing grants to cover costs associated with entering and expanding into international markets. \nPrior to his current position\, he worked as a Small Business Environmental Ombudsman at ESD to help New York small businesses understand and comply with regulations enacted to implement the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990; and as a Senior Project Manager with ESD’s Environmental Services Unit\, worked with companies and organizations to facilitate funding opportunities for projects that lead to measurable recycling\, pollution prevention and sustainable economic development results.   \nAntonio has a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering (Ch.E.) from The City College of New York. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/infuzed-marketing-meetup-step-grants-export-funding/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Funding,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T103000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20210920T151133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T151323Z
UID:15819-1634115600-1634121000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Erik Bunaes presents E-Business for Small and Large Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Do you communicate regularly with your customers? You should. Here’s some easy tools to use for staying in touch with your clients.\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n  \nWhat are the best tools to get more out of our online marketing? This is a question that we hear on a regular basis. It’s a simple question but one that opens a can of worms. As everyone knows\, there are lots of options when it comes to digital marketing and every company has different needs and goals. There is just no one size fits all solution for every organization. \nRather than learning about any particular tool or service\, we will show you exactly how the online marketing world works and teach you a 5-step e-busines process that works. Within each step\, we’ll show you several tools that work well for small and mid-sized businesses. \nThis seminar is designed for the owners/leaders of new or small businesses that are just getting started on their e-business or online marketing journey. We’ll keep the conversation focused on concrete steps you can take back and put into action from day #1. \n  \nPresented by Erik Bunaes\, President\, Endorphin Digital Marketing® & Constant Contact Certified Local Expert. \n\n  \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/erik-bunaes-presents-e-business-for-small-and-large-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T163025
CREATED:20200603T151135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T151135Z
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SUMMARY:Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.\nJoin us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls\, product developers\, inventors\, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship\, intellectual property\, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world. \nSHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status\, get and give feedback\, explore next steps\, connect with potential team members. \nSPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey\, followed by Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community. \nThis meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace\, prototyping center\, manufacturing incubator\, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy\, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization\, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany\, Columbia\, Rensselaer\, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space\, tools\, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity\, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility\, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity. \nTVCOG Members: Free \nNon-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate \n  \nMORE INFO >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/hatched-an-inventors-and-entrepreneurs-meetup-2021-06-03-2021-10-07/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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