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SUMMARY:Creative Economy Mixer: Capital Roots
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE for our June Creative Economy Mixer at Capital Roots in Troy\, NY. Enjoy an engaging conversation\, facility tours \, beverage and food tastings and much more!\n \nThere is no cost to attend\, however we ask that you please RSVP.\n\nThanks to our sponsors The Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region and MVP Health Care.\n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/creative-economy-mixer-capital-roots/
LOCATION:Capital Roots\, 594 River Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190716T120000
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SUMMARY:BizLab-Clarkson Lunchtime Entrepreneurship Series featuring Rich Honen
DESCRIPTION:About:\nRich Honen is more than an attorney and partner at Phillips Lytle. He’s been involved in some of the biggest deals in New York’s Capital Region. And he’s also been – and is – a racehorse owner. There are some lessons he’s learned over the years that will help you if you’re looking for some horse sense in business or thoroughbreds! \n\n All delivered in an insightful\, entertaining and memorable way at the next BizLab-Clarkson Lunchtime Entrepreneurship Series event! \n\n Please note: We are holding this event on a TUESDAY\, July 16\, because Tuesday is a “dark day” at the track! \n\n Tickets to hear Honen speak are $10 for the general public. Attendees will have time to network\, eat a great lunch and hear an amazing speaker and be out the door in an hour! \n\n Free parking is available in back of the BizLab\, on either side of Liberty Street\, and metered parking in front on State Street. Enter via the doors to the right. Please do not park in spaces marked for customers of Saratoga National Bank. \nHonen joins a list of presenters who make up a Who’s Who in New York’s Capital Region. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bizlab-clarkson-lunchtime-entrepreneurship-series-featuring-rich-honen/
LOCATION:BizLab\, 251 State Street\, Schenectady\, 12305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190718T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190718T193000
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SUMMARY:Networking with Upstate New York Black Chamber of Commerce and Endorphin Advisors
DESCRIPTION:USNYBCC\n in partnership with our member\n\n Endorphin Advisors\n\n Bring you a night of networking with your fellow entrepreneurs as you learn more about our member as well as the benefits of our partnership. \n REGISTER \n  \nAbout Endorphin Advisors LLC \nFull-Service Strategy & Digital Marketing Since 2005 \nThey are on a mission to help professional services firms achieve their dreams and profitably grow their businesses. \nSince 2005\, they have developed strategies to increase visibility\, improve communications\, build brands and generate revenue. In essence\, we focus on strategy\, marketing and communications\, so you can practice your profession and serve your clients. \nThey offer a diverse range of strategy\, design\, communication\, digital and analytic services. \nThey develop breakthrough marketing strategies to increase sales. That’s their focus. \nStarted in 2005 in San Francisco\, CA\, and relocated to Albany\, NY in 2011\, Endorphin Advisors is now located in downtown Troy\, NY. \nTheir niche: We specialize in working with professional services firms. \nTo learn more about Endorphin Advisors visit them at www.endorphinadvisors.com \nTo learn more about USNYBCC visit us at www.usnybcc.org/become-a-member \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/networking-upstate-new-york-black-chamber-commerce-endorphin-advisors/
LOCATION:Troy Innovation Garage\, 24 4th Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190718T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190718T220000
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SUMMARY:Veteran Connect Center FUN-draiser at the Tri-City ValleyCats: Military Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Veterans/Military Appreciation Night\nBuffet begins at 6 pm / Game starts at 7 pm; Includes:\n\n\nAll You Can Eat Pre-game Buffet: marinated chicken\, beef sliders\, hot dogs\, salt potatoes\, coleslaw\, watermelon\, soda\, and water.\nSouvenir ValleyCats Cap\nReserved Box seating\n\n  \nCost: $26.50 per person; Bring the Family!! \nRegister to Attend\n  \nPlease contact Karen Wolff with any questions: Karenw@ceg.org \n  \nAbout the Veteran Connect Center\n\nThe Center for Economic Growth’s Veteran Connect Center (VCC) serves those who have served us by connecting Veterans and their families to career\, educational and community resources in New York’s Capital Region.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/veteran-connect-center-fun-draiser-tri-city-valleycats-military-awareness-day/
LOCATION:Tri-City ValleyCats\, 80 Vandenburgh Ave\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190722T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190722T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
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SUMMARY:REMADE Institute: Workshop On Remanufacturing\, Repair And Reuse
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about innovative technologies\, industry best practices\, and funding opportunities available to help you improve your bottom line.\nRemanufacturing will be the focus of the one-day workshop at RIT on July 22 \n\nThis one-day workshop is hosted by the REMADE Institute. We are committed to finding new and less expensive ways to reuse\, recycle and remanufacture metals\, fibers\, polymers and waste. \n AGENDA & REGISTER \n  \n\n\nRemanufacturing offers New York State industries a unique business opportunity to: \n\n\nLeverage existing technologies to improve your bottom line.\nLearn about new technologies that can benefit you.\nShare best practices.\nExplore funding opportunities and remanufacturing support.\n\n  \nNYSTAR programs and centers emphasize the importance of working with industry to leverage New York State’s technology strengths to produce new products. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/remade-institute-workshop-remanufacturing-repair-reuse/
LOCATION:Golisano Institute for Sustainability at RIT\, 190 Lomb Memorial Drive\, Rochester\, NY\, 14623\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190723T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190717T231810Z
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SUMMARY:Keep Growing Your Business: 3 Key Elements to Online Success
DESCRIPTION:Running a business is hard work. Whether you are new to owning a business or you are a seasoned entrepreneur\, you know that it takes work and requires many different skills. Between marketing\, sales\, accounting\, hiring\, finance and actually delivering your unique product or service\, you wear many hats. \n REGISTER \nWhat are the biggest challenges facing your organization? \nPerhaps these include: \n\nNot enough customers (revenue).\n Key leaders in your organization have too much to do and not enough time.\n Your communications and coordination across your team can be improved.\n You and your team waste time finding important information.\n You need to improve customer service and repeat purchases.\n\n  \nDo any of these sound familiar? \n\nIn this seminar\, we’ll help you master smart ways to drive your business to success. We’ll share tools\, best practices and tips to help you:\n Generate new and repeat customers\n Automate repetitive tasks\n Improve customer service\n Get organized\n Save time (and money) and get paid faster and easier\n See complete history of leads and customers\n Keep focused on key tasks\n Improve communications and collaboration across teams\n\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n In this seminar you will learn how the combination of digital marketing\, CRM and automation help save time\, improve customer service\, generate new business and streamline operations. Today’s business owners and managers need these strategies to stay competitive in the coming decade or risk diminished impact\, growth and financial success. These three steps will lead you to online success for the next decade. \nThere is no cost to participate in this event.\n Presenter: Erik Bunaes\, President of Endophin Advisors LLC and Keap Certified Partner. \n\n To learn more about Endorphin Advisors visit them at www.endorphinadvisors.com\n To learn more about USNYBCC visit us at www.usnybcc.org/become-a-member \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/keep-growing-business-3-key-elements-online-success/
LOCATION:Troy Innovation Garage\, 24 4th Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190723T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190723T180000
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SUMMARY:LogicalNet Corporation Open House
DESCRIPTION:Logical Net Corporation is excited to open its brand new office doors to the public! Check out their new office\, meet some local professionals and eat some delicious food. The grand opening begins at 4:00pm. Register to attend HERE. There is no cost to attend.  \n\n\n\n\nPrior to the Grand Opening\, at 3:30pm The Daily Gazette will have a ribbon cutting for Image 360 on the 2nd floor. You can register for this event here. \nThe team at LogicalNet looks forward to seeing you and showing you around their new office!
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/logicalnet-corporation-open-house/
LOCATION:Logical Net\, 2345 Maxon Road Extension\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12308\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190731T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190731T193000
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SUMMARY:ACE Creative Economy Mixer: PS21
DESCRIPTION:On July 31\, join us PS21\, a beautiful\, outdoor performance venue in rural Columbia County. PS21 is home to innovative programming from a wide range of genres\, and has both a traditional proscenium stage with open-air seating and pavilion roof AND an intimate black-box theater that operates year round. \nLive entertainment\, a tour of their geothermal facility\, beverage tastings by Hudson-Chatham Winery and Chatham Brewing. Guitarist/vocalist Lorkin O’Reilly will be our entertainment. \n Special thanks to our event sponsors Columbia Economic Development Corporation\,MVP Health Care\, and Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region and promotional partner CREATE (Council for Resources to Enrich the Arts\, Technology & Education). \nREGISTER TO ATTEND >> \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ace-creative-economy-mixer-ps21/
LOCATION:PS21\, 2980 NY-66\, Chatham\, NY\, 12037\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190803T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190803T190000
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SUMMARY:2019 Black Arts and Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Black Arts and Cultural Festival tradition continues with art\, community\, history\, music\, and dance! With a special performance by Grammy Award Winning Artist Mya\, celebrating over 20 internationally known years in the music industry since her self-titled\, double platinum debut album\, Mya. Plus\, a teen scene\, gospel stage\, and dozens of African crafts and food vendors. \nNo cost to attend! \nMore Information & Schedule of Events \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/2019-black-arts-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Empire State Plaza\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190805T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190805T203000
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CREATED:20190725T002620Z
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SUMMARY:IgniteU NY 2019 Startup Showcase
DESCRIPTION:IgniteU NY invites you to our 2019 Summer Accelerator Program Startup Showcase. Hear from the eight local companies who have been growing and scaling their operations with us over the past eight weeks. \nJoin us on Monday\, August 5th for an evening of pitches\, networking\, and food + drinks at the renowned Brown’s Revolution Hall in downtown Troy. \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nLearn more about the companies in our program here. \nIf you are in interested in sponsoring this event\, learn more here. \n  \n\n\nREGISTER >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/igniteu-ny-2019-startup-showcase/
LOCATION:Revolution Hall\, 425 River Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190815T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
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SUMMARY:BASQUIAT X WARHOL An Exclusive Tour at The School / Jack Shainman Gallery
DESCRIPTION:A #GetCAPtivated Event\nJoin us on Thursday\, August 15\, from 3-5pm at The School /Jack Shainman Gallery in Kinderhook\, for an exclusive tour of Basquiat x Warhol\, an amazing examination of the compelling\, complex relationship between two master artists during the final years of their lives. This reexamination of the original 1985 exhibit has received raves from NYC press and will be open for ACE friends and partners for an exclusive weekday tour. \nThis event and tour are free; register below. \nSpecial thanks to our event sponsor and promotional partner Columbia Economic Development Corporation. and promotional partners The Collaborative\, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall\, co-mads\, and Overit Media. \nThe crux of the exhibition lies in the collaborative paintings and interconnected practices of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol. The two artists shared collective creative space in New York City\, a city rife with possibility. The series of collaboration paintings\, executed from 1984 – 85\, sparked conversations between the two artists that are visible on each canvas – a visual language all their own that revitalized Warhol’s engagement with painting. \nThese collaborations were harshly criticized when the show opened. The poor reception marked the downfall of this pivotal relationship\, which dissipated soon after with Warhol’s death in 1987\, and Basquiat’s one year after. Thirty years later\, Jack Shainman Gallery is proud to present these previously misunderstood works as an in-depth study to mine Basquiat and Warhol’s creative geniuses. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND >>
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/basquiat-x-warhol-exclusive-tour-school-jack-shainman-gallery/
LOCATION:The School / Jack Shainman Gallery\, 25 Broad St.\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190820T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190305T004715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190701T222727Z
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SUMMARY:Aurora Games Festival
DESCRIPTION: \nINTRODUCING A MULTI-SPORT\, MULTI-COUNTRY\, MULTI-DAY EVENT SHOWCASING THE BEST IN WOMEN’S SPORTS\,ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURE. “WHERE WOMEN TAKE CENTER STAGE”\nEstablished as a team competition (the Americas vs. the World)\, The Aurora Games are scheduled for August 20-25\, 2019 in downtown Albany at the Albany Capital Complex. \n The games\, named in honor of the Roman goddess of the dawn\, will welcome all-star basketball\, tennis\, gymnastics\, beach volleyball\, ice hockey and figure skating athletes\, coaches and trainers from around the world to compete in both individual and team events over six days. \n The mission of The Aurora Games is to “invite the women of the world to meet every two years to celebrate their accomplishments and bold visions for the future set against a backdrop of world class sports competition and entertainment.” \n  \nMore Information & Tickets\n  \n The games will showcase the tremendous skill\, sportsmanship and dedication of women athletes and will establish a bold vision for the future of women’s sports – and they are expected to attract hundreds of athletes from all over the world.  CEG is proud to sponsor and support this event. \n  \n\n Regional Sponsors:\n \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aurora-games-festival/
LOCATION:Times Union Center\, 51 S Pearl St\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190828T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190828T133000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Alternative Funding Resources for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Seminar sponsored and hosted by UTaxes. \nLearn: \n• Secure creative ways to fund your business\n• Get an understanding about crowdfunding\n• Upgrade the financial health of your new or current business \nSpeaker: Michael Roach \nMichael Roach is a Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) and conducts presentations on topics such as: Marketing\, Technology & Design. Michael is the owner of a marketing and creative firm\, Michael Roach Creative. \nA light lunch will be provided. \nRegister to attend >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/lunch-learn-alternative-funding-resources-businesses/
LOCATION:UTaxes\, 45 Colvin Ave.\, Albany\, NY\, 12206\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190911T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190911T193000
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SUMMARY:Creative Economy Mixer: Pitney Meadows Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 11\, 2019 | 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. | 223 West Ave\, Saratoga Springs\, NY 12866 | Cost: FREE \n\n\nJoin us at Pitney Meadows Farm for our next mixer! We will enjoy a tour of the farm and have an engaging discussion with Crickett Thomas-O’Dell\, Regional Director\, Capital Region of the Workforce Development Institute about the growth in the amount of women farmers in the capital region.  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND>> \nThe farm was featured in this article by the Saratogian. \n\nSponsored by Workforce Development Institute\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/creative-economy-mixer-pitney-meadows-farm/
LOCATION:Pitney Meadows Farm\, 223 West Ave\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190917T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190725T001646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T001646Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Road Trip
DESCRIPTION:The SBIR Road Tour is a national outreach effort connecting entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies to the country’s largest source of early stage funding – the SBIR/STTR programs. Also known as America’s Seed Fund\, the SBIR/STTR programs provide over $3 billion in funding to small businesses each year in a wide variety of technology areas. \nEach SBIR Road Tour stop\, hosted by a local organization\, will provide attendees with an opportunity to hear directly from the participating federal agency program managers that administer over 5\,000 new awards annually and to meet one-on-one with program decision makers. \nLocal innovation supporters in communities who have historically underutilized the opportunities provided through the SBIR/STTR programs have invited representatives of America’s Largest Seed Fund to engage the small advanced technology community\, including women and minority-owned research and development businesses. Every SBIR Road Tour stop represents a coveted opportunity to meet directly with Federal and State Program Managers who seed a wide spectrum of innovative ideas\, while learning about your state sponsored innovation support infrastructure. \nThe Albany Event will take place on Tuesday\, September 17.  \nHosted by: NY Small Business Development Center in partnership with SUNY (State University of NY)\, Innovation Center at the University at Albany\, and Innovate 518 \nMORE INFORMATION >>  |  REGISTER >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/small-business-innovation-research-sbir-road-trip/
LOCATION:SUNY Polytechnic Institute\, 257 Fuller Rd.\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190917T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190917T170000
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CREATED:20190903T201020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T201020Z
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SUMMARY:Offshore Wind Component Fabrication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:New York State has awarded 1.696 GW of a 9 GW pipeline to offshore wind developers Orsted and Equinor. Tier 1 manufacturers of primary components will now respond to developer RFP’s for the opportunity to enter the US Offshore Wind Industry. Given the scale of these components\, state content requirements and the size of the offshore wind pipeline for the US east coast\, fabrication and final assembly is making its way to US ports including those located in the Capital Region. \nJoin us at a special workshop on September 17 in Albany\, NY. This event is for manufacturers only. No cost to attend. \n \nInterested in participating? Submit request here>> \nWind generators turbines in the sea
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/offshore-wind-component-fabrication-workshop/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190918T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190725T002034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T002034Z
UID:8297-1568793600-1568826000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Development Center WBE Seminar
DESCRIPTION:More information to follow. \nVisit the Albany Small Business Development Center website.
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/small-business-development-center-wbe-seminar/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190919T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190905T043922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T043922Z
UID:8485-1568894400-1568898000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:BizLab-Clarkson Lunchtime Entrepreneurship Series: Kat Koppett & Michael Burns
DESCRIPTION:The Sept. 19 BizLab-Clarkson lunch will feature Kat Koppett and Michael Burns\, co-directors of The Mopco Improv Theatre. \nThis event will be extremely interactive and unlike any of the past 24 BizLab-Clarkson lunches. But it will be practical as well. Koppett and Burns use stories and improv to build leaders and improve communication among team members. Clients have included Apple\, Facebook\, Chanel and GE. \nTickets to hear Koppett and Burns are $10 for the general public. Attendees will have time to network\, eat a great lunch and hear an amazing speaker and be out the door in an hour! \nREGISTER TO ATTEND>> \nFree parking is available in back of the BizLab\, on either side of Liberty Street\, and metered parking in front on State Street. Enter via the doors to the right. Please do not park in spaces marked for customers of Saratoga National Bank. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bizlab-clarkson-lunchtime-entrepreneurship-series-kat-koppett-michael-burns/
LOCATION:New York BizLab\, 251 State Street\, Schenectady\, 12305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190725T002303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T002303Z
UID:8299-1569312000-1569344400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Small Enterprise Economic Development (SEED) Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Each group of accepted applicants will attend the training sessions\, work with graduate student interns from the School of Business and School of Social Welfare of the University at Albany\, SUNY and Business Advisors with the Small Business Development Center to develop the Business Plan and financial projections to apply for the business financing. \nEach training is divided into three sections: \n Business Plan\n Divided into Sections\, Reviewed and Assigned as Homework Weekly  \n Content Area\n Content Area covers: General Start-Up Information\, Branding 101\, Customer Service Basics\, Legal Fundamentals\, Prioritizing and Time Management\, Internet Marketing\, Cash Flow Management\, and Business Red Flags \n Peer Support \n Designed to Build the Relationships for the Post-Funding Peer Support Program.  \nIntern Support \n MBAs and MS Accounting students serve as interns who help clients develop a viable business plan. \nBegins September 24. \nMORE INFORMATION >> \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/small-enterprise-economic-development-seed-training-program/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T183000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: VentureB
DESCRIPTION:** Please note our September program has been cancelled. The next VentureB will be held in November. **\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ventureb-2/
LOCATION:Pat’s Barn\, 110 Defreest Dr.\, Rensselaer\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190930T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190930T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190920T215429Z
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SUMMARY:Prototyping 101: Intro to Fusion 360\, Course 1
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Fusion 360: Use of UI and Collaboration Tools. \nAttendees 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. \n 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. \nThe 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.  \nClass Fee: $45  CoG Members | $135 Non-Members \nNo previous experience necessary. Participants must be 18 or older. \nThe 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. \nTo 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 $15 late registration fee will be applied. \nCancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund. \nDiscounts will be automatically applied to current COG members.  \nRegister to attend >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/prototyping-101-intro-fusion-360-course-1/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191002T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190920T220622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190920T220622Z
UID:8578-1570037400-1570044600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Prototyping 102: Intro to Fusion 360\, Course 2
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Fusion 360: Modeling Basics\, Sheet Metal\, and Drawings. \nCourse 2 will 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.   \nEach 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. \nThe 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.  \nPrerequisite: Prototyping 101- Course 1 UI and Collaboration Tools\, or previous experience with Fusion 360. Participants must be 18 or older. \nClass Fee: $45  CoG Members | $135 Non-Members \nThe 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. \nTo 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 $15 late registration fee will be applied. \nCancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund. \nDiscounts will be automatically applied to current COG members. \nRegister to attend>> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/prototyping-102-intro-fusion-360-course-2/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191005T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190913T205048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T205106Z
UID:8532-1570262400-1570726800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Trade Mission: Exploring International Opportunities in Advanced Manufacturing\, Energy and Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Economic Growth and the U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council are co-leading a trade mission to the United Arab Emirates in partnership with the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates in New York. The delegation will consist of regional leaders in business\, education\, and local elected officials. The mission will take place October 5-10\, 2019 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The visit will occur in conjunction with GITEX 2019\, one of the world’s largest tech trade shows which occurs every year in Dubai.\n  \n The focus of this mission is for the Capital Region’s business\, education\, and political leadership to expand the already strong relationship between the U.A.E. and the community. Delegates will be able to develop new contacts and explore new opportunities to sell their products abroad in an emerging technology market like the U.A.E.\, home of the primary investor of GLOBALFOUNDRIES. \n Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about the U.A.E.\, and its longstanding partnership with the United States across many sectors.  The U.A.E. has been the largest export market for the United States in the Middle East for 10 years\, and has burgeoning cultural attractions across the country.\n  \n CEG and the U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council would like to include a delegation of private sector companies focused in the area of precision manufacturing\, products and equipment development\, and alternative energy\, as well as local government\, culture\, and academic officials.  This trade mission will also be certified by the U.S. Department of Commerce and will have the full support of both the U.S. and U.A.E. Governments.\n  \n Should your firm have interest in learning more about this unique opportunity\, please contact Andrew Kennedy to discuss further details.  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/exploring-international-opportunities-advanced-manufacturing-energy-supply-chain/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191007T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190724T235942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T235942Z
UID:8287-1570435200-1570554000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:New York State Innovation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Technologies. World Class Resources. \nJoin hundreds of individuals from across the state at this year’s New York State Innovation Summit being held October 7th-8th in Rochester\, NY. The summit will convene world-class technology assets and experts\, manufacturing and technology companies\, and other stakeholders that are part of the state’s innovation ecosystem. \nNew York State companies and researchers are at the forefront of emerging technologies and new advancements in production capabilities. Underpinned by strategic investments in high-tech clusters across the state\, together they are driving technology development and shaping tomorrow’s industries. \nThe Summit will update attendees about the capabilities that are defining the next generation of technology and manufacturing\, highlight critical innovation assets and expertise throughout the state\, and give companies an opportunity to showcase their products and understand how to thrive and grow in New York State. \nMore information & Registration \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/new-york-state-innovation-summit/
LOCATION:Rochester Convention Center\, 123 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191010T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20191003T191136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T191136Z
UID:8683-1570730400-1570739400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Legal Network Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Legal Project’s Small Business Legal Network Clinic offered free legal consultations with attorneys as well as educational programs on legal issues for people who are interested in starting or expanding a small business.  \nSmall Business Legal Network Clinic appointments go from 6:00-8:30 pm and consist of 1/2 hour free\, private and confidential legal consultation with an attorney.  \n>>You must schedule an appointment or register to meet with a consultant.<<< \nTo schedule an appointment contact The Legal Project at (518) 435-1770 or Register here.   \nThis program is hosted by The Legal Project in partnership with the Community Loan Fund\, Albany Law Clinic & Justice Center at Albany Law School and the Institute of Nonprofit Leadership and Community Development at the University at Albany.  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/small-business-legal-network-clinic/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190925T204702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190925T204958Z
UID:8616-1571225400-1571232600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Empowering your Sales Process with Technology
DESCRIPTION:This Knowledge @ Noon explores the ever evolving use of sales tech stacks in today’s sales process.\nCan your company do more to … \n\nbetter understand our buyer’s behaviors?\nimplement best practices and leverage technology to align your sale team?\nimprove quality of your customer data?\nImprove the accuracy of revenue forecasts?\n\n  \nWhether your organization has an established sales process and sales technology platform such as Salesforce\, Hubspot\, ACT\, or none at all\, we welcome you to join CEG and ZeroFrixion at this upcoming Knowledge @ Noon Event.  \nLeveraging Sales & Marketing Technology Stacks to enhance your sales process is a critical component of 21st century sales prospecting.  Companies looking to better understand buyer behavior\, prospect based on quality data\, and/or establishing best practices for aligning these technology tool-sets with existing processes should consider attending this event. \nLunch will be included.  \nCost: $15.00 \nSpace is limited to sign up here today! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/empowering-sales-process-technology/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20191001T015112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T015605Z
UID:8667-1571247000-1571254200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:CAPregion Road Trip: Unihog
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our CAPregion Road Trip to Unihog in Hoosick Falls! We’ll have food and drink tastings\, entertainment and more\, plus a plethora of creative business people from Hoosick Falls\, to help you know a little bit more about this rebounding town in rural Rensselaer County.  \n  \n\n\nUnihog is a repurposed mannequin factory turned music venue and community gathering space featuring regional entertainment and a fantastic\, farm-centric food partnership called. Owner Jasen Vonguiness works with abandoned factory / production spaces\, turning them into vibrant gathering places in rural Hoosick Falls. Jasen’s food partner at Unihog is Sumo’s Kitchen\, where Maestro Gary Yeung brings a Chinese twist to classic food from America and abroad. In a partnership with several area farms\, Gary explores a fusion of flavors with his own creative signature style. \n  \nArgyle Brewing is joining us on the road trip and will be providing drink tastings! The owners of the Argyle Brewing Company are dedicated to making the best craft beers you will drink in Washington County\, or anywhere else. Argyle Brewing Company is dedicated to Washington County and all it has to offer. They believe in community and when you visit the brewery you will be treated like family. From the brewing equipment used\, to the ingredients\, they are dedicated to increasing opportunities for artisans\, farmers\, and entrepreneurs by using locally sourced hops and barleys\, and carrying locally made goods. \n  \nMore exciting details to come\, as we tell you more about Hoosick Falls and all that’s going on in this rebounding rural community \n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND >> \n  \n\n\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors\, MVP Health Care\, Community Loan Fund\, and promotional partners The Collaborative and Overit Media.\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/capregion-road-trip-unihog/
LOCATION:Unihog\, 2 Center Street\, Hoosick Falls\, NY\, 12090\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191017T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190911T171929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T171929Z
UID:8508-1571328000-1571340600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:MWBE Workshop & Networking Event: Create more opportunities for your business!
DESCRIPTION:This event is for:  \n\nEstablished MWBEs looking to expand contract opportunities\nCompanies interested in MWBE application/certification\nOrganizations that serve MWBE companies\n\n\nAgenda \n4:00 – 4:30 p.m. Check-in and networking \n4:30 – 5:30 p.m. How to Access NYS Contract Opportunities \n5:30 – 6:30 p.m. NY MWBE Certification Made Easy \n6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Network with Resources \n\nInterested in future growth networking and event opportunities? Please take a minute to complete this brief survey to help us meet your needs.  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND >> \n\nLEARN MORE \nLaura Mann – Vice President\, Business Growth\, Capital Region Chamber \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/mwbe-workshop-networking-event-create-opportunities-business/
LOCATION:Capital Region Chamber / CEG\, 5 Computer Drive South\, Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191022T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191022T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20191001T012411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T014729Z
UID:8659-1571731200-1571751000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Demo Days 2019:  CESMII’s Smart Manufacturing Platform™
DESCRIPTION:CESMII is the United States’ national institute on Smart Manufacturing\, and Rensselaer is the  Northern Regional partner in CESMII’s national network-of-networks.  \n Come and meet CESMII leaders as we demonstrate CESMII’s Smart Manufacturing (SM) Platform™!\n \n Join CESMII’s HQ and regional leaders Tuesday\, October 22nd at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute\, Troy NY to experience first-hand CESMII’s SM Platform – a centerpiece of CESMII’s Technology Roadmap since our institute’s inception – and CESMII’s framing of Smart Manufacturing as a pillar for manufacturers to build competitive advantage.  \n CESMII Northern Region Manufacturing Center Director\, Craig Dory\, will host Jonathan Wise\, CESMII VP of Technology and Mike Yost\, Outreach Advisor\, three of CESMII leaders entrusted with driving our nation’s efforts to democratize Smart Manufacturing technologies and knowledge\, as they present valuable insights and information through formal presentations and informal townhall-style discussions. \nAGENDA\n8:00am  Doors Open \n 8:45am  Welcome\, Introductions & Event Overview \n 9:00am  Framing Smart Manufacturing \n– The SM Landscape Explained\n – SM Tied to Manufacturing Competitiveness\n – The Business Value of SM \n10:15am  Break \n 10:30am  CESMII’s SM Platform™ \n– Object?oriented development concepts\n – Data modeling\n – Data science & analytics\n – Firewalls & encrypted communications \n12:00pm  Lunch – Panel Discussion on SM Technologies\, Knowledge\, Industry Engagement & Innovation  \n 1:30pm  Event Closes  \nRegistration information available shortly. Contact ceg@ceg.org for more information.
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/demo-days-2019-cesmiis-smart-manufacturing-platform/
LOCATION:Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute\, Troy\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191022T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T091338
CREATED:20190813T193449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T003449Z
UID:8394-1571731200-1571760000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: End-to-End Quality: Better Ways to Create More Value (1-Day Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:**Please note this workshop has been postponed. Stay tuned for new December date**\nDoes Your Company Have a System for Seeing and Solving Quality Issues?\n\n Whether using A3s\, the 5 Whys\, DMAIC\, Value Stream Mapping\, or any other problem-solving tool\, having a System for seeing and solving quality issues can ensure the real problem is solved and protect precious resources from being deployed erroneously to solve a non-existent issue. \n\n Learn a System to Solve Unforeseen Quality Issues\, BEFORE They Happen\n\n Whether it starts on a company’s website\, in a tradeshow booth\, or even during an unconscious first glimpse of a logo\, customers’ perceptions of value begin well before the product or service is ever delivered – and then either build\, or diminish\, during every interaction thereafter. This is critical because 75% of customer defections are the result of poor-quality experiences somewhere between “needs recognition” and “post-delivery support.” Coupled with the fact that a 5% decrease in business typically results in -25% Operating Income\, organizations have more than enough incentive to improve their end-to-end quality. \n\n Lead by Brent Wahba\, Strategy\, Innovation & Transformation executive at Strategy Science\, Inc.\, Brent is a well-known expert in product development\, manufacturing operations\, supply chain management\, and quality control. He brings global managerial and technical expertise across several industries.\n Workshop Prices & Deadlines \n\n\n Early Bird: $1\,295 per person – closes on 9/6/2019 at 11:59 AM\nCEG/CEN Members:  $1\,295 per person – closes on 10/4/2019 at 11:59 AM\nRegular / Non-Member Pricing: $1\,495 per person – opens 9/7/2019 at 12:00 AM\, closes on 10/4/2019 11:59 PM\n\n  \n REGISTER \n  \nWe have known these facts and the related challenges for decades\, but unfortunately\, the methodologies for addressing them (Total Quality Management\, 6 Sigma\, Lean…) are often cumbersome\, require years of focus\, and even under the best circumstances\, do not frequently create quick or sustainable results. \nWhile there may be many company-specific reasons for this\, some of the most common root causes are: \n\n\n De-coupled and misaligned business processes\nCursory understanding of all stakeholder expectations\nLack of coordination between strategy and improvement activities\nBlanket\, organization-wide tool deployment\nToo much non-value-added complexity\n\n  \nThis workshop is designed to help participants of any organizational level or function address these shortcomings and significantly improve their own quality system performance by learning to: \n\nSee quality & value as outputs of an end-to-end delivery system\nMore deeply understand all stakeholder needs\nPrioritize improvement activities based on both strategy and bottlenecks\nPrevent problems instead of firefighting\n“Pull” simplified measurement systems and tools only when necessary\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/end-end-quality-better-ways-create-value-1-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Albany – the Desmond Hotel\, 660 Albany Shaker Road\, Albany\, NY\, 12211\, United States
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