Creating an Equitable & Future-Focused Manufacturing Workforce with Apprenticeship
2021-03-16 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Right now, American manufacturers are finding that they need to make near-term changes to their hiring and training practices in response to developments like these:

COVID-19 has accelerated the automation revolution and placed a renewed emphasis on safety and efficiency, requiring manufacturers to hire workers who are skilled in new technologies and methods, and to train those who aren’t.
Companies are awakening to the value and importance of offering equitable career opportunities, causing a shift in policies and procedures in order to widen the talent pool and provide equitable access to opportunities for career advancement throughout the workforce.
President Joe Biden has unveiled an economic recovery plan to Build Back Better that includes a concerted effort to drive demand for goods made by American manufacturers, creating a need for a larger and better trained manufacturing workforce.

Apprenticeship has proved to be an effective means of training and upskilling new hires and incumbent workers in a wide variety of manufacturing occupations, such as machinist, CNC machine operator, manufacturing engineering technician, and many other high-demand roles.
Join JFF’s Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning with the AFL-CIO Working for America Institute to discover how apprenticeship can help your business become a more competitive player and an employer of choice for a diverse pool of talented workers from a wide range of backgrounds.
Don’t miss this free event! The day’s activities will include a regional networking opportunity and offer practical advice and insights for HR professionals, leaders of manufacturing companies, and anyone else who’s interested in learning how apprenticeship can build a diverse and dynamic talent pipeline filled with workers who are well prepared for the manufacturing jobs of today and tomorrow.

REGISTER HERE>>

UAlbany Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
2021-03-17 12:00 - 18:00
Health Care and Human Services Job & Internship Fair (Spr. 2021)

Wednesday, March 17th 2021, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDT

The Office of Career & Professional Development would like to invite you to the Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs from March 3 to March 24, 2021. The four industry specific Virtual Fairs are recruiting events attended by current UAlbany students and alumni. All students and alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the upcoming fairs. Pre-registration provides employers the opportunity to view student and alumni profiles, message students to connect with you the day of each fair and schedule a 1 on 1, or group sessions.

Download the Employer Flyer here>>
Download the Students/Alumni Flyer here>>

Career Fair Description

The Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Human Services Job & Internship Fair are for all students majoring in sociology, social welfare, psychology, medicine, mental and public health degree programs, and students interested in working in the health professional fields The office of Career and Professional Development recommends you prepare for the virtual fair by:

Pre-register for the Fair: Employers get a chance to prescreen applicants and possibly make note of, or message applicants they want to meet with, or interview at the fair. Pre-registering does not guarantee that you will get noticed or messaged by employers, but why would you not take advantage of such an easy step.

Research Registered Employers: Get a jump start by getting a list of the companies attending the fair and doing some research on each of the companies you want to connect with. With so much information about companies on the Web, there is no excuse not to do your homework.

Complete or Update Your Handshake Profile: Employers have the ability to view students’ profiles, so updating your resume and the For Employers Only section will allow you to stand out.

Attend Career Fair Prep Sessions: If you have never attended a virtual fair, need assistance completing your Handshake profile, or you need guidance on how to engage employers in a virtual fair.

If you need assistance registering for sessions or have any questions regarding the fair email career@albany.edu or attend one of the Virtual Fair Facts https://albany.joinhandshake.com/events

REGISTER HERE>>

UAlbany Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
2021-03-24 12:00 - 18:00
Education, Law Enforcement, Government, and Non-Profit Job & Internship Fair (Spr. 2021)

Wednesday, March 24th 2021, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDT

The Office of Career & Professional Development would like to invite you to the Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs from March 3 to March 24, 2021. The four industry specific Virtual Fairs are recruiting events attended by current UAlbany students and alumni. All students and alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the upcoming fairs. Pre-registration provides employers the opportunity to view student and alumni profiles, message students to connect with you the day of each fair and schedule a 1 on 1, or group sessions.

Download the Employer Flyer here>>
Download the Students/Alumni Flyer here>>
Career Fair Description

The Office of Career & Professional Development would like to invite you to the Education, Law Enforcement, Government, and Non-Profit Job and Internship Fair Wednesday, March 24, 2021. The Virtual Fair is a recruiting event attended by current UAlbany students and alumni interested and majoring in education, criminal justice, political science or other related disciplines. All students and alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the upcoming fair. Pre-registration provides employers the opportunity to view student and alumni profiles, message students to connect with you the day of the fair and schedule a 1 on 1, or group sessions.

The rates will be $275 for corporate and $100 for government and non-profit. All payment information will be included at the bottom of your invoice which you will receive upon approval of your registration. The non-refundable fee can be paid by check or credit card. There will be a late fee of $50 if you register after the registration deadline, March 15th at noon.

REGISTER HERE>>

Cybersecurity Assessment Workshop
2021-07-15 09:00 - 13:00
NY MEP and its partners are helping NYS manufacturers comply with NIST SP 800-171 so that they can keep their defense contracts and bid on new opportunities. If your business handles controlled unclassified information (CUI), your company needs to assess its cybersecurity and report its Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) score. And it doesn’t matter where you are in the DoD supply chain.
Join us on July 15, 2021 from 9 AM to 1 PM for a Cybersecurity Assessment Workshop that will give you the tools you need to succeed. NYS manufacturers who enroll and attend will receive:

Free, expert-led instruction in all 14 families of NIST SP 800-171
Practical experience identifying and addressing cybersecurity challenges
The ability to ask questions and get answers as you assess your own cyber readiness
Help calculating your SPRS score so that you can submit it to DoD for contract opportunities
Automatic enrollment in a Cybersecurity Cohort that provides training valued at $12,00

This event is powered by FuzeHub, the statewide NY MEP center, in partnership with the Advanced Institute for Manufacturing (AIM) and the Manufacturing and Technology Enterprise Center (MTEC), two regional NY MEP centers that perform cybersecurity assessments and remediation; the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) that provides NYS manufacturers with government contracting assistance; and the Global Cybersecurity Institute at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).

Date/Time:
July 15, 2021 – 9:00AM to 1:00PM

Location:
Online Virtual Workshop

REGISTER HERE

Prototyping 101 and 102: Intro to Fusion 360
2021-08-07 11:00 - 14:30 | Tech Valley Center of Gravity, 30 3rd Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States
This combined class will cover both Course 1 and Course 2 of our Intro to Fusion 360 class.

This four-hour course, based on content from the Autodesk Fusion Mastery Course, will introduce you to the basics Fusion 360 environment and 3D modeling.
Attendees will start with establishing an overall familiarity of the User Interface (UI), including Toolbars, Workspace, etc. In order to efficiently create models in Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs, users need to establish an understanding of the workspace environment, terminology, and best practices, as well as the nuances of the chosen CAD platform.
Attendees will then focus on 3D modeling and design using the application of workspace and tools to create 3D models and drawings with examples and discussion around the use of the CAD platform.
Each attendee will need to create an AutoDesk user account. Attendees can select any version of Fusion360 for trial basis. The class instructor recommends the non-commercial 1-yr license. If the attendee is a student or educator with an EDU email address then they should select 3-year license option.
The software is available for download here. We recommend attendees show up 30 minutes early if they need assistance in creating an account and downloading software. Participants must be 18 or older.
Registration Fee: COG Member $100 | Non-Member $279 *Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members
The class will be held by Michael Lobsinger, Center Director of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG). As the Center Director, Michael is responsible for the day to day operations of CEG’s Business Growth Solutions and Manufacturing Extension Partnership programs. Michael has lead R&D and NPD teams at Boeing, Shell Global, and Quatic Apparel, and has mentored several product-based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute.
To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 days before the class date; after this date, a $20 late registration fee will be applied. Cancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund unless due to illness.

REGISTER HERE>>

Prototyping 101 and 102: Intro to Fusion 360
2021-09-25 10:30 - 14:30
This combined class will cover both Course 1 and Course 2 of our Intro to Fusion 360 class.

This four-hour course, based on content from the Autodesk Fusion Mastery Course, will introduce you to the basics Fusion 360 environment and 3D modeling.
Attendees will start with establishing an overall familiarity of the User Interface (UI), including Toolbars, Workspace, etc. In order to efficiently create models in Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs, users need to establish an understanding of the workspace environment, terminology, and best practices, as well as the nuances of the chosen CAD platform.
Attendees will then focus on 3D modeling and design using the application of workspace and tools to create 3D models and drawings with examples and discussion around the use of the CAD platform.
Each attendee will need to bring their own laptop and create an AutoDesk user account. Attendees can select any version of Fusion360 for trial basis. The class instructor recommends the non-commercial 1-yr license. If the attendee is a student or educator with an EDU email address then they should select 3-year license option.
The software is available for download here. We recommend attendees show up 30 minutes early if they need assistance in creating an account and downloading software. Participants must be 18 or older.
Registration Fee: COG Member $50 | Non-Member $100 *Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members
The class will be held by Michael Lobsinger, Center Director of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG). As the Center Director, Michael is responsible for the day to day operations of CEG’s Business Growth Solutions and Manufacturing Extension Partnership programs. Michael has lead R&D and NPD teams at Boeing, Shell Global, and Quatic Apparel, and has mentored several product-based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute.
To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 days before the class date; after this date, a $20 late registration fee will be applied. Cancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund unless due to illness.
Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class.
COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to maintain social distance (6?) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class size has been limited to 2 participants in order to ensure adequate social distancing. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Masks are required for all unvaccinated individuals and optional for fully vaccinated individuals in the facility. Proof of vaccination is required. Eligible proofs of vaccination are:

– Physical vaccination card or picture of card.
– Vaccine passport (Excelsior Pass.)

When
September 25th, 2021 10:30 AM through 2:30 PM

Location

Tech Valley Center of Gravity
30 Third Street
Troy, NY 12180
United States

Contact

Phone: 518-244-3544
Email: facilities@tvcog.net

Class Fee(s)

On-Time Registration Fee
$279.00

REGISTER HERE>>

**CANCELLED** Enterprise Selling: Sales & Business Development Strategies for B2B Markets
2021-10-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, 5 Computer Drive South, Albany, NY, 12205, United States
**This event has been CANCELLED**

Please join us for Enterprise Selling: Sales & Business Development Strategies for Complex B2B Markets presented by Matt Scarchilli, CEO Winning Process.

This is an in-person event located at Capital Region Chamber of Commerce: 5 Computer Drive S, Albany, NY 12205.
The training consists of three 1.5 hour sessions on October 5, 12, 20 (see times below). Participants MUST sign up for all 3 sessions.
Cost: $99 per person with a $297 max per company (max 6 people).

Sandler Enterprise Selling (SES) – A Systematic Approach to Winning Enterprise Business
• SES takes everything that makes Sandler sales training so effective and tailors it to the needs of companies selling to enterprise clients.
• Based on 6 highly strategic stages offering a continuous process of attaining, servicing, and growing an enterprise opportunity
• Here’s what one local manufacturer had to say about SES as a system: “SES is well aligned with where we see our growth coming from and the type of customers we are going after.” – Ted Collins, VP Sales & Marketing, Blasch Precision Ceramics

The program topics, which will be covered in the October 2021 sessions, touch on three of the six stages of SES; they are:

• Territory and Account Planning: Oct 5, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
In this critical stage, you begin setting a strong baseline for success through comprehensive planning.

• Opportunity Identification (Prospecting): Oct 12, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
Next you analyze, assess and initiate interaction on your most promising opportunities with the highest probability of success.

• Qualification: Oct 20, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Here you begin executing a practical plan to engage with the enterprise buyers to clarify the key opportunity parameters, which will improve and reinforce your position.

Join us to learn and sharpen the saw when it comes to these three core aspects of any sales process; they are vital for everyone in a forward- / client-facing role.

REGISTER HERE>>

NYS Virtual MFG Day with Fuzehub
2021-10-15 08:00 - 13:00
2021 NY Statewide Virtual Manufacturing Day is an on-line event that will celebrate manufacturers from across New York State and highlight the pathways students can take toward manufacturing careers.
By recognizing NYS manufacturers and building awareness of available educational and training opportunities, 2021 NY Statewide Virtual Manufacturing Day will benefit companies, community leaders, educators, high school and college students as well as economic development and manufacturing associations from across New York State.

Download a shareable MFG Day flyer here>>

Students & Teachers Register Now Here>>

Are you a Manufacturer and interested in having a table at Manufacturing Day?
Click Here to Become an Exhibitor>>

Prototyping 201: Furniture Design Using Fusion 360
2021-10-27 18:00 - 21:00
Basic CNC Furniture Design & Joinery and Fabrication: An Introduction to the Fusion360 Design and Manufacturing Workspaces

This 200 level course is designed to expand upon participants’ existing knowledge of working with Fusion360 by introducing project based lessons leveraging design methodologies for CNC router joining designs. Students will be introduced to joiner concepts, creating 3D designs and assemblies from drawings, and gaining familiarity with 2D contouring setup’s in manufacturing workspace.
The course will use Autodesk Fusion360 as the platform for the Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool and the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) tool. Prior experience with Autodesk Fusion 360 is required for this course. We offer a 100-level course that serves as a pre-requisite for those interested.
Each attendee will need to bring their own laptop and create an AutoDesk user account. Attendees can select any version of Fusion360 for trial basis. The class instructor recommends the non-commercial 1-yr license. If the attendee is a student or educator with an EDU email address then they should select 3-year license option.
The software is available for download here. We recommend attendees show up 30 minutes early if they need assistance in creating an account and downloading software. Participants must be 18 or older.
Registration Fee: COG Member $50 | Non-Member $100 *Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members
The class will be held by Michael Lobsinger, Center Director of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG). As the Center Director, Michael is responsible for the day to day operations of CEG’s Business Growth Solutions and Manufacturing Extension Partnership programs. Michael has lead R&D and NPD teams at Boeing, Shell Global, and Quatic Apparel, and has mentored several product-based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute.
To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 days before the class date; after this date, a $20 late registration fee will be applied. Cancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund unless due to illness.
Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class.
COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to maintain social distance (6?) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class size has been limited to 2 participants in order to ensure adequate social distancing. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Masks are required for all unvaccinated individuals and optional for fully vaccinated individuals in the facility. Proof of vaccination is required. Eligible proofs of vaccination are:

– Physical vaccination card or picture of card.
– Vaccine passport (Excelsior Pass.)

When
October 27th, 2021 6:00 PM through 9:00 PM

Location

Tech Valley Center of Gravity
30 Third Street
Troy, NY 12180
United States

Contact

Phone: 518-244-3544
Email: facilities@tvcog.net

Class Fee(s)

On-Time Registration Fee $279.00

REGISTER HERE>>

CNY STEM Scholarship Program
2022-01-19 17:30 - 18:30
Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB), an affiliate of MACNY, has announced a record year for local employer-sponsored scholarships. Regional high school students can now apply for four-year college scholarships in Architecture, Automation Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nursing, Process Engineering, and Software Engineering.
The CNY STEM Scholarship Program, endorsed by the CNY Tech Sector and the CNY STEM Hub, was launched in 2013 and is open to high school seniors intending to major in the areas listed above. Residents of Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and Tompkins counties are eligible to apply. This year multiple scholarships are being offered by eight local companies: Cooper Lighting Solutions; INFICON; King+King Architects; Loretto; Novelis; SRC; Marquardt; and TTM Technologies.
Marianne Ferris, the coordinator for the program, said, “The scholarships continue to evolve because of the commitment from local employers to find this region’s best and brightest, assist with their educational expenses, and ultimately offer them internships and full-time positions right here in Central New York.”
Over the past nine years, PEB has awarded 65 scholarships with a total value of $706,000. This year, PEB is adding a record 14 more scholarships with an additional value of $128,000.
INTERESTED STUDENTS CAN COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION HERE>>
The deadline for applications is March 1, 2022. The process includes independent reviews of the applications, academic records, letters of recommendation, a listing of honors and/or awards, extracurricular activities, an essay, and personal interview.
LEARN MORE AT THE UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSION!
Join company representatives and former scholarship recipients to hear about the program, this year’s offerings, and the application process on Wednesday, January 19th from 5:30- 6:30 pm
Registration is required for this event. This free session is open to counselors, teachers, parents, and students.
REGISTER FOR THE INFORMATION SESSION HERE>>

Protect Your Business: Resources & Guidance From the FBI
2022-03-07 13:30 - 17:00 | ETEC Building – University at Albany, SUNY, 1220 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, 12206, United States
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:
Counter-terrorism and domestic terrorism
Counter-intelligence and intelligence
Cybersecurity and ransomware
Economic espionage
Best practices to protect organizations and individuals
This 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.
Dean 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.

Learn more & Register Here>>

Retool’22: A Climate Tech Conference for Manufacturers
2022-10-17 - 2022-10-20 | Northwest Arena, 319 W 3rd St, Jamestown, NY, 14701
The Retool WNY Initiative presents a climate technology conference for manufacturers and associated partners in upstate New York. Join industry leaders, manufacturers, investors, and entrepreneurs October 17–19, 2022 to learn, network, and collaborate on opportunities related to developing new business in the emerging climate technology sector.
New York State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act of 2019 sets aggressive targets for decarbonization and reduction of greenhouse gases by 2050 with the goal of 100% zero-emissions electricity by 2040. Industry is changing, creating new manufacturing opportunities. Are you prepared to take advantage of them?
What to Expect

Learn about market opportunities that exist in the climate technology sector.
Discover innovators who are already in the climate technology supply-chain.
Hear from entrepreneurs and investors about how to grow new businesses in Western NY and the Southern Tier. Meet secondary and higher education leaders who are formulating new programs and courses in response to climate technology and clean tech manufacturing needs.
See examples of electrified vehicles and equipment, and talk with industry experts.

Attendees
Manufacturers, entrepreneurs, investors, small business owners, public sector leaders, secondary and higher education workforce leaders from across New York State and the Northeast region.
Costs are outlined when you click to REGISTER. Early bird discount extended through Sept. 15th and bundled pricing available for businesses wishing to send 3 or more people.

Agenda
Monday: Check-in. Pre-conference networking opportunities at the Robert H. Jackson Center, the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, and the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel.
Tuesday: Keynote speakers, panel discussions and breakout sessions at the Northwest Arena. Dinner and tour of the National Comedy Center.
Wednesday: Half-day schedule with speakers on the challenges of manufacturing in the climate technology sector. Electric vehicle showcase.

Learn More & Register Here>>

Knowledge @ Noon - Effective Onboarding by M3
2023-06-13 12:00 - 13:00
Knowledge @ Noon is a monthly webinar series designed to help manufacturers stay up-to-date with the latest trends, ideas, and best practices. Each month will feature a new topic led by industry experts who will share insights and provide valuable knowledge and tools to help your organizations learn and grow.
In this Knowledge @ Noon monthly series the *Manufacturing Innovation Network will explore the significance of effective onboarding, a critical process for organizations that helps to increase employee engagement, reduce turnover rates, and improve productivity by providing structured support and training for new hires.
Statistics on the importance of onboarding:

According to a survey conducted by Careerbuilder and Silkroad Technology (nine percent,) or 1 in 10 have left a company because of a poor onboarding experience, and 37% percent of employees said their manager did not play a critical role in their onboarding experience support.
Without proper onboarding procedures increases in employee turnover and loss of productivity occur. This decreased employee engagement costs companies large sums of money every year.
When a company has great onboarding 69% of employees are likely to stay for at least 3 years.

SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management):

69 percent of employees are more likely to stay with a company for three years if they experienced great onboarding.
New employees who went through a structured onboarding program were 58 percent more likely to be with the organization after three years.
Organizations with a standard onboarding process experience 50 percent greater new-hire productivity.

Speakers:
Mary Malone McCarthy is founder and CEO of M3 Placement & Partnership, a national executive search, talent acquisition, and strategic HR firm. As CEO she has led the organization to significant growth through the team’s focus on building strong partnerships with a shared services approach and a passion for exceptional service. Prior to founding M3, Mary Malone spent over 15 years as Senior Vice President at Northland Communications, responsible for the oversight of Human Resources, Marketing and Client Relations for the organization. See Mary Malone’s Bio here>>
Donna Hughes, JD, is the Founder and CEO of Hughes Solutions, LLC, an executive coaching and human resources consulting business. Donna launched her business to enable senior and emerging leaders to excel in their leadership capabilities, and to support diversity in the C-suite, where women and people of color remain underrepresented. Donna is a sought-after speaker for institutions of higher education, national organizations, and has been a guest podcast speaker on various topics including, embracing change, the value of leadership coaching, conscious leadership, diversity, equity and inclusion, culture transformation, and leading organizations through the Covid-19 pandemic and social unrest. See Donna’s bio here>>
Following each segment there will be an opportunity for Q&A.
*The Manufacturing Innovation Network, powered by the Center for Economic Growth (CEG), serves as a forum for Capital Region manufacturers to Learn, Share, and Grow. This Network brings together Capital Region manufacturers to learn from experts on industry relevant topics, participate in thematic roundtables, discuss common issues, and expand their network.
Register Here

2023 Capital Region BioInnovation Forum
2023-10-18 08:00 - 12:00 | ETEC Building – University at Albany, SUNY, 1220 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, 12206, United States
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Capital Region BioInnovation Forum 2023
Fostering Industry and Academic Partnerships
Wednesday, October 18 | 8am – 12pm
University at Albany, ETEC, 1220 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12226
The Capital Region BioInnovation Forum showcases New York’s expanding and vibrant life science hub. This event brings together industry experts, innovators, academics, and leaders who are transforming the field of Life Sciences. National Science Foundation Program Director for Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers, Crystal Leach, will serve as keynote speaker. The session will also feature panel and case study presentations centered around early ideation, the development stage and partnering locally and regionally to achieve success. Win Thurlow, Executive Director of LifeSciencesNY, formerly MedTech, will serve as moderator.

Learn more & Register here

Banking & Finance Industry Roundtable
2024-02-28 08:30 - 11:00 | Center for Economic Growth, 5 Computer Drive South, Albany, NY, 12205, United States
On February 28th at 8:30am, the Center for Economic Growth will be holding a Banking & Finance Industry Roundtable in partnership with SUNY Schenectady to be held at the Capital Region Workforce Development Board. We are interested in hearing from our local banks and credit unions around their current career pathways and opportunities for our workforce system to assist with recruitment, retention, and career ladders, including apprenticeships.
Registration for this Industry Roundtable can be found here.

Close the Skills Gap: Growing Your Talent Pipeline From Within Through Registered Apprenticeship
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:00
Join MACNY for an engaging online seminar showcasing how Registered Apprenticeship can help employers address workforce needs and develop skilled talent from within.
Hear firsthand from Indium Corporation’s Jackie McDowell, Senior Manager of Human Resources, and
Software Developer Apprentice, Austin Eannace-Caro.
Whether you’re new to apprenticeship or looking to expand your program, this session will provide practical insights, real-world examples, and strategies you can put into action.
Presented by:

Meredith O’Connell, Manager, Workforce Development,CEG
Amy Stage, Director of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development, MACNY, The Manufacturers Association
Rich Turner, Director of Workforce Development, RTMA
Jackie McDowell, Senior Manager, Human Resources, Indium Corporation
Austin Eannace-Caro, Software Developer Apprentice, Indium Corporation

Register to Attend

UAlbany R&E Week - Day 2: BioInnovation Forum 2025: Frontiers of Biotechnology
2025-10-28 08:00 - 17:00 | ETEC Building – University at Albany, SUNY, 1220 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, 12206, United States
Join CEG for Day 2 of University at Albany’s Research & Entrepreneurship Week!
BioInnovation Forum 2025: Frontiers of Biology

8:30 to 9:00 a.m. — Registration & Networking Breakfast
9:00 to 9:15 a.m. — Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:15 to 10:45 a.m. — Keynote Talks: Frontiers in Biotechnology
Highlighted Topics:
Biologics
Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine
Industrial Biotechnology
10:45 to 11:00 a.m. — Coffee Break
11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. — Advanced Manufacturing & Futures Panel
Highlighted Topics:
Institute Spotlights
Panel Discussion
12:15 to 1:15 p.m. — Networking Lunch
1:15 to 2:15 p.m. – Poster Session and Startup Valley
Calls for Poster Presentations
The BioInnovation Forum invites postdoctoral scholars and early-career faculty and researchers to showcase their work in biotechnology, life sciences, and related fields. Please note that the deadline for new submissions is 10/17/2025.
Call for Startups – Startup Valley
The BioInnovation Forum invites emerging and small biotech companies to participate in Startup Valley.
2:15 to 3:30 p.m. – Industry Perspectives: Capital Region & Beyond
3:30 to 3:45 p.m. – Coffee Break
3:45 to 4:45 p.m. – Academic & Non-Profit Perspectives
5:00 p.m. — Closing Remarks

Details & Registration

Pre-Apprenticeship Programs ZOOM Info Session
2025-12-03 09:30 - 10:30
Wednesday, December 3 | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. on ZOOM
What you can expect:
We invite you to join this information session to learn about the
Center for Economic Growth’s pre-apprenticeship programs: Real
Life Rosies and Advance 2 Apprenticeship. During the session, we’ll
provide an overview of pre-apprenticeships, explain how the
programs work, and highlight how they create opportunities for
employment in manufacturing for underrepresented individuals,
including women and people with disabilities. We welcome
community organizations to attend and learn how they can help
About Pre-Apprenticeship programs:
Real Life Rosies and Advance 2 Apprenticeship are no-cost pre-apprenticeship programs
designed to prepare participants for careers in advanced manufacturing and entry into
apprenticeship or entry-level roles. The programs recruit underrepresented populations in the
industry and provide them with hands-on technical skill training and soft skill development to
prepare them for the workplace. By removing barriers to entry through training and wraparound
support, these programs create pathways for individuals to obtain rewarding and sustainable
careers in manufacturing.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
