Center for Economic Growth

NY Loves Nanotech @ SEMICON West
2017-07-11 10:00 - 2017-07-13 17:00 UTC | Moscone Center, 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
CEG will attend SEMICON West as part of the NY Loves Nanotech contingent again this July. SEMICON West is one of the semiconductor electronics industry’s top events of the year, bringing together the entire supply chain. Attendees represent materials, equipment, design, manufacturing, system integration, and more.
SEMICON West 2017 features more than 600 exhibitors and 115 hours of programs and networking opportunities to provide the insights, access, and technical and business intelligence to get ahead and embrace today’s disruptive landscape.

NY Loves Nanotech will host its 18th Annual Dessert Reception at the show, which attracts upwards of 350 business and industry leaders each year. Thanks to our generous sponsors for making this event possible:
Major Underwriter:

Platinum:
Banner Industries is a privately held company and leader in flow component distribution for high purity and industrial manufacturing. Our complete synergistic product line and expert technical team enable us to serve a number of diverse industries including semiconductor, life sciences, pharmaceutical, solar and associated markets. Led by CEO, Bud Richard, Banner Industries collaborates with partners and customers to find solutions that improve productivity and profitability.
Banner Industries products are distributed through our 12 locations in the U.S. and Asia Pacific. Our integrated nationwide network ensures that we have the resources and technical expertise to find what you need, while our strategically placed local offices guarantee you receive the personal service you deserve. From large projects to individual products, Banner Industries is your one-stop shop for premier components, technical consultation, and world-class customer service.
For additional information, visit our website at www.bannerindustries.com.
Silver:

A Top 5 Semiconductor Design Firm the past 4 years (ENR), SSOE has completed hundreds of semiconductor projects. Offering a range of architecture, engineering, and construction services, our proficiency in lean construction, virtual design and construction, and integrated project delivery reduces construction costs and compresses schedules up to 25%. www.ssoe.com/semiconductor
Bronze:

Regional Economic Development Partners:
Center for Economic Growth, Genesee County Economic Development Center, Greater Rochester Enterprise, Marcy Nanocenter, Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership, White Pine Commerce Park

Fuzehub | Solutions Forum for NYS Manufacturers
2017-07-11 08:30 - 12:30 | Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
A FuzeHub Solutions Forum is a half-day, matchmaker-style event, where leaders of manufacturing and product development organizations meet directly with hand-picked business and technology experts in one-on-one consultations. This is not a business mixer or a networking event, but instead gives attendees a chance to learn the expertise and programs offered by our many Resources.
> Fuzehub’s Solutions Forums are designed for leaders of manufacturing and product development organizations to meet directly with a select group of business and technology experts in one-on-one consultations, to help find solutions to their business and manufacturing challenges, and to learn about opportunities for growth.
> Attendees meet with hand-picked Resources on a first-come, first-served basis during this matchmaking-style event. Resources include experts from the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership, economic development organizations, entrepreneurial assistance programs, university research centers, and other NYSTAR-funded programs.
The event is free, but meeting slots are limited, so please request to attend early if you have strategic responsibility for the development and manufacturing of your product, and want to learn about available expertise and opportunities for growth.

CEG 21st Annual Technology Awards
2017-06-29 16:30 - 19:30 | Event Center at Rivers Casino, 1 Rush St., Schenectady, NY, 12308, United States
About:
The Annual Technology Awards celebrate and honor the Capital Region’s most innovative and inspiring companies and individuals whose pioneering and entrepreneurial successes are bettering our communities by strengthening our workforce and creating new jobs and opportunities. The winners are selected by our awards committee, comprised of local technologists, business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Event Details:

Date: Thursday, June 29 | Location: Rivers Casino, Schenectady
Time: Registration – 4:00pm | Awards Ceremony – 4:30pm
Networking Celebration along the Mohawk River – 6:00 – 7:30pm
[ Heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails & music by DJ Nick Papa Giorgio ]
Technology Showcase: Explore the world of virtual reality. Meet the SpaceoutVR, Inc. Team and try out their technology!
Registration:

Individual Tickets:
Discounted Block (10 Tickets):

CEG Investors*: $60
CEG Investors*: $550

General Public: $80
General Public: $750

Young Professional**: $30
To purchase, please contact Andrea Swank.

*Executive, Director & Corporate level investors: please contact Andrea Swank to secure your tickets.
**Special discounted rate for young professionals! Contact Megan Rooney for discount code.**
Register now! >>
Keynote Speaker:
Robert (Bob) H. Samson, New York State Chief Information Officer, NYS Office of Information Technology Services
In April 2017, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo appointed Robert H. Samson to the position of New York State Chief Information Officer at the NYS Office of Information Technology Services. Prior to this position, Mr. Samson had a rewarding 36-year career with IBM. While at IBM, he served in various leadership positions where he led teams focused on helping governments transform using innovative approaches and technologies. His most recent positions at IBM included serving as the Vice President of the Worldwide Systems and Technology Group, and the General Manager of IBM’s Global Public Sector where he was responsible for IBM’s business with governments, education, healthcare and life sciences industries. Read Full Bio

CONGRATULATIONS, 2017 HONOREES!

Economic Winner: Bestpass, Inc.
Lift-Off: United Concierge Medicine
Technology Innovation: Dumbstruck
Judges’ Choice for Manufacturing: Regeneron
Judges’ Choice for Technology: SpaceoutVR
Technology Trailblazer: Antonio Civitella, President & CEO, Transfinder
Jeffrey A. Lawrence Lifetime Contributor Award: Craig Skevington, Ph.D., Founder, CEO & President, STEADFastIT

Thank you, Sponsors!
Media Sponsor:
Leaders of the Times Union realized very early that in order for us all to grow we had to work together. As such, we are proud to be a Funding Partner of the Center for Economic Growth, and to be an integral part of what is now known as New York’s Tech Valley. As the region’s leading media organization, the Times Union is deeply embedded in this community. Our commitment to reporting the news fairly and independently, sponsoring local events and supporting local businesses helps to strengthen our area and make it a better place for all to work and live.
Each year, we sponsor hundreds of non-profit organizations throughout the Capital District area. This helps the fund-raising and awareness efforts of local organizations engaged in arts and culture, health and human services, youth, environment, economic development and education.
In March of 2013 the Times Union made a major investment in the business that speaks of its confidence in the growth trend of our community. The installation of a new press in our Colonie headquarters has given the newspaper a fresh new look and established the Times Union as a commercial partner of other enterprises seeking high-quality printing.
The newest addition to our portfolio is the Hearst Media Center; offering 11,000 sf of premium event space. The Hearst Media Center is located within our publishing building on Albany Shaker Rd.
The Times Union is part of Hearst Corporation, one of the world’s leading media companies. In the Capital Region, our suite of products extends beyond the daily newspaper, to include magazines, the region’s leading Web site, a mobile site and a tablet platform. Our digital media solutions from the Hearst Digital Agency help local businesses get found on the web.
All this makes the Times Union a valuable resource for the growing and diverse needs of the Capital Region’s business community.
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Innovate518 | Elevator Pitch Workshop
2017-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Massry Center for Business, UAlbany, Business Building, Albany, NY, 12206, United States
What you will learn:
How to prepare for an elevator pitch

A 20-second handshake pitch
Practice your pitch with investors/mentors
Receive one-on-one feedback
Learn how to create an length pitch
Focus on the need to get client and investor interest

Who should participate:

Entrepreneurs
Startups who want to refine their pitch
Anyone who needs to pitch their business

Contact Maria Pidgeon at mpidgeon2@albany.edu for more information

Fuzehub | Webinar: Information Security for Manufacturers
2017-06-26 13:00 - 14:00
Presented by NY MEP
What you will learn

Best practices in information security
Information security challenges and successes
How to get started with and/or improve your own information security plan

Who should attend

Small to mid-size manufacturers
Owners who would like to understand the ROI of an information security plan

17th Annual CEN Scholarship Golf Day
2017-06-19 10:00 - 19:00 | The Edison Club, 891 Riverview Road, Rexford, NY, 12148, United States
Join the Chief Executives Network for Manufacturing (CEN) for the 17th Annual CEN Scholarship Golf Day at the Edison Country Club in Rexford, NY.
The proceeds of this one day event are the only funds that will go towards several 2017/2018 college scholarship awards, presented to high school seniors or current college students majoring in a field which can lead to employment with a manufacturer. Last year, CEN awarded scholarships of $1,000 each to 4 area students.

Separate from golf participation, CEN is also offering a wide variety of corporate sponsorship opportunities. CEN is counting on the participation and generosity of CEN member companies, business leaders and individuals like you, to make this fundraising effort a resounding success. Please contact Louise Aitcheson at (518) 465-8975 x 229 or louisea@ceg.org for more information regarding sponsorship opportunities.

Along with monetary gifts, the CEN Golf Day features a Silent Auction. Items in support of our Silent Auction, with values over $100, may include the donation of Professional Sports Memorabilia, Saratoga Golf & Polo Club tickets, Professional Sport/Concert Event Tickets or other valuable items.
Please complete the form-fillable PDF (or handwritten legibly) for each donation and submit it to Louise Aitcheson or Ellyn Ford – send a scanned copy via e-mail to louisea@ceg.org or ellynf@ceg.org or fax the completed form to 518-465-6681

Registration is now open. Secure your foursome today!

UVANY | The Capital Stack: Funding Sources
2017-06-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Apprenda, 433 River Street, Troy, 12180, United States
Learn about the differences between angel and venture equity, and different kinds of debt. Meet investors and lenders who support local businesses, and hear Apprenda’s story of how they funded their business, including raising over $55M in venture capital.
5 PM – Registration and Networking
6 PM – Welcome + Capital Stack Presentation
7 PM- Networking

87/90 Semiconductor Summit - Accelerating the Capital Region's Technology Corridor
2017-06-08 08:00 - 19:00 | Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
About:
For over 30 years, the Capital Region has made a concentrated effort to develop a hub for the global semiconductor industry. Through focused investments that advance next generation high technology research and commercialization activities at SUNY Polytechnic Institute and RPI, as well as targeted economic development projects to attract leading companies including GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Applied Materials, Tokyo Electron, ASML and Lam Research, the region is on the map, but work still remains. How will the region continue to invest and grow with this industry?
Join hundreds of local business leaders at this full day event to learn more about the role New York State plays in the semiconductor industry, get a holistic economic forecast for growth in the industry, hear firsthand about new technology innovations and most importantly, learn about new ways the Capital Region can engage and promote economic growth within the industry.
Speakers:

Howard Zemsky, President and CEO, ESDC BIO
Hugh Johnson, Partner, Hugh Johnson Advisors BIO
Gary Patton Ph.D., CTO, GLOBALFOUNDRIES
BIO
Jim Feldhan, President, Semico Research | BIO
Rich Goldman, Silicon Catalyst Partner | BIO

This event is open to CEG Investors & General Public.
Online Registration is open!
CEG Investors: $100/person | General Public: $125/person
Includes full conference, breakfast, lunch & networking reception

Conference Schedule Download Full Schedule

8:00 – 8:45 AM
Registration/Breakfast

8:45 – 8:50 AM
Welcome Remarks: Andrew Kennedy, president & CEO, Center for Economic Growth & Timothy Dunn, president, Dunn Strategy Group

8:50 – 9:45 AM

Opening Keynote – Excelsior
New York’s history of innovation, ongoing investment, and dedication to the advanced electronics tech sector.
Speaker: Howard Zemsky, president & CEO, Empire State Development

9:50 – 10:40 AM

Regional Development Roundtable – Sponsored by: National Grid

Roundtable discussion on Regional Development, including the site preparation, marketing and development efforts, as well as lessons learned from decade of interaction with the industry.
Panelists:

Steve DiMeo, president, Mohawk Valley EDGE
Steve Hyde, president, Genesee County EDC
Mike Relyea, partner, Amanus Consulting Group & former president, Luther Forest Technology Campus Economic Development Corporation
Frank Cioffi, president, Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation

Moderator: Andrew Kennedy, president & CEO, Center for Economic Growth

10:45 – 11:05 AM
Morning Break – Sponsored by: Janitronics

11:10 AM – 12:00 PM

Keynote: Economics, Finance and Forecast
Financial insight from top financial analysts on the industry and region, including a specific focus on the forecast ahead.
Speaker: Jim Feldan, CEO of Semico Research
Topic: Experience in New York, semiconductor market forecast, end product applications, and industry growth sectors.

12:05 – 1:00 PM
Lunch – Sponsored by: GLOBALFOUNDRIES

1:05 – 1:55 PM

Keynote: Economics, Finance and Forecast
Speaker: Hugh Johnson, partner, Hugh Johnson Advisors
Topic: Local, regional, state and national economic and financial trends.

2:00 – 2:50 PM

IC Design: Innovation Before Copper Touches Silicon
Opportunities presented to the industry and the marketplace through IC design, with a focus on how IC design impacts fabless companies, IDMs and foundries & what opportunities NY could seek to capture in this specialty area.
Speaker: Rich Goldman, partner, Silicon Catalyst

2:55 – 3:15 PM
Afternoon Break – Sponsored by: Janitronics

3:20 – 4:10 PM

Keynote: Technology, R&D and Innovation
Innovation and R&D drive advancements and growth in the semiconductor industry, and New York has been at the forefront for decades. How will innovation such as the leap to 7nm nodes impact the industry, supply chain and the end market?
Speaker: Bahgat G. Sammakia, Ph.D., interim president, SUNY Polytechnic Institute.
Topic: SUNY Poly in a new era of technology innovation and collaborative research. How SUNY Poly continues to be a leading location for technology companies from around the world to locate for pre-competitive R&D.

4:15 – 5:05 PM

Keynote: Technology, R&D and Innovation
Speaker: Gary Patton, Ph.D., CTO, GLOBALFOUNDRIES
Topic: GLOBALFOUNDRIES vision for technological innovation and industry-leading commitment to investment in shrinking nodes and expanding opportunities.

5:10 – 5:15 PM
Closing Remarks

5:15 – 7:15 PM
Reception

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Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact CEG for more information.

New York State High School Business Model Competition
2017-05-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Siena College, 515 Loudon Rd, Albany, NY, 12211, United States
The mission of the New York State High School Business Model Competition is to provide an opportunity for teams of entrepreneurial high school students to express ideas in an educationally competitive environment. Students will gain valuable skills such as, but not limited to, working as a team (1-4 students), communicating their ideas both written and verbal, receiving constructive feedback and broadening their horizons by interacting with peers outside of their own community. There is no cost to participate.

Event Details & Registration Form

Increase the ROI of your CEG Investment - Glens Falls
2017-05-23 16:00 - 17:30 | The Queensbury Hotel, 88 Ridge Street, Glens Falls, NY, 12801, United States
Your C-level management team and department heads are invited to attend this complimentary dual presentation of valuable services available to our investors, including Business Growth Solutions and Talent Connect. Register here!
Business Growth Solutions Session-
Who Should Attend: CEG BGS works with highly successful business owners and teams ranging from the c-level to plant personnel who at times are faced with challenges.
Program: Register today to hear from our panel of professionals on how they leveraged BGS to grow their top and bottom lines, and to increase their competitive edge.
Is your business looking to realize new revenues and increase profitability? BGS can provide your company with expert advisory services that can increase sales, improve productivity and operations, launch new products, align executive team strategies and other services that improve your bottom line.
Talent Connect Session-
Who should attend: Human Resource Managers, Recruiters, and Talent Acquisition staff
Is your organization recruiting talent that is relocating to the Capital Region?
Program: Learn more about how Talent Connect services can complement your organization’s recruitment and retention efforts through various services we are able to provide your candidates and new hires relocating to the region.
Talent Connect services can be utilized from the pre-hire candidacy phase to the post-hire phase, and include Pre-Hire Consultations, New-Hire Navigations, and Professionally Guided Tours. Our staff serves as a confidential connection for an organization’s job prospects/candidates and new hires in helping them realize the potential of the region and all it can offer.

Increase the ROI of your CEG Investment - Albany
2017-05-23 08:00 - 09:30 | The Desmond Hotel, 660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY, 12211, United States

VentureB
2017-05-17 07:30 - 09:00
CEG and our partners work with start-ups to coach their team for a venture pitch that then ends in an open public pitch to regional investors and business leaders.
Here from Ultradian Diagnostics and Nowigence at the May 17, 2017 VentureB!
REGISTER
Location: RPI Heffner Alumni House (just south of the corner of 15th St. and Peoples Ave.)
VentureB engages promising ventures with targeted coaching and community wide investment forums to prepare early stage companies for their next stage of growth.
This regularly-scheduled forum is designed for entrepreneurs to get visibility to the region’s angel and institutional investors, business service providers, advisers, students, faculty, alumni and the early stage business community. The forum is a great place for newly formed start-up companies to make their first investor pitch.
For more information please contact Ellyn Ford at ellynf@ceg.org or by phone at 518-465-8975 x243.

StartUp Tech Valley
2017-05-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Revolution Hall, 425 River Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States
Startup Tech Valley is a monthly meetup for first-time entrepreneurs, experienced entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, employees of startups, service providers to startups, and anyone else who wants to be involved.
May Presenters:
SelfArray
Learn Blitz
Saratoga Juice Bar, LLC
NextSeed

Tech Valley Business Hall of Fame Dinner
2017-05-03 17:00 - 20:30 | Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf. Rd., Albany, NY, 12205, United States
2017 Honorees:
Dr. William J. Cromie, Former President & CEO, CDPHP
Edward J. Lewi, Former President & CEO, Ed Lewi Associates
Dr. James K. Reed, President & CEO, St. Peter’s Health Partners
Cost to attend: $150.00/person | Tables of 8 also available.
More info & Registration

Technology Forum: Accessing SBIR/STTR & Other Technology Programs
2017-04-11 08:30 - 10:00 | Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: J Building, 1223 Peoples Ave 3rd Floor, Troy, NY, 12180, United States
Who Should Attend

University Faculty, Students and Staff
Small Business Owners
Those with an interest in Technology Commercialization

What You Will Learn

Strategies for improving proposal funding success rates
Key components of winning SBIR/STTR proposals
Common barriers to winning SBIR/STTR competitive grants
Approaches to overcome SBIR/STTR barriers to success

What You Will Not Learn

SBIR/STTR Program Basics
Information about the SBIR/STTR Programs that can be found on a Google search

Presenter

Amala Consulting
The Amala Consulting team has experience in grant writing, report and technical writing, budget development and a wide breadth of other services. From small foundation grants to major capacity building and research grants, Amala has helped our clients command the funding needed to get the job done. Our team has proven success with federal, state and foundation grants, such as NSF SBIR, NIH SBIR, DOD SBIR and NYSERDA.
Sponsored by:
NYS Small Business Development
Innovate 518
UAlbany Innovation Center
SBA
Amala Consulting

ICCR's 4th Annual Tastes Of The World
2017-04-06 17:30 - 20:00
The International Center Of The Capital Region Is Hosting Its 4th Annual Tastes Of The World Event On Thursday April 6th from 5:30-8:00pm.
This one-of-a-kind event will once again feature many of the area’s new and already celebrated chefs presenting an array of international cuisine accompanied by premium New York State wine.
Our venue will be the beautiful Pruyn House, an idyllic setting to highlight the bounty of culinary offerings. And the International Center of the Capital Region would like to invite you to attend this year’s event and help our nonprofit organization continue its operation throughout the year of serving as citizen diplomats by hosting international victors from around the world. As well as fostering and implementing educational, and cultural initiatives within the greater Capital Region. So, this Thursday come try international cuisine from local restaurants and catering companies such as Yono’s fine dining, Normanside Country Club, Swifty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant and more at the Pruyn House, 207 Old Niskayuna Rd., Latham, NY 12110.
The event is from 5:30-8:00pm and admission is $50, or $35 for young professions who are under 35 years of age.

Introduction to the NYS Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program
2017-03-30 13:00 - 14:00
During this webinar you will hear from the NIST-MEP Regional Manager, one of Fuzehubs matching specialists, and two regional MEP center directors. The program will cover how the MEP system works, it’s impact in New York State, the services offered, and provide case study examples these services.

What you will learn

What the MEP system is, how it works, and how it can help your business
The economic impact and structure of the NY MEP system
How FuzeHub connects manufacturers to resources
How Insyte helps manufacturers in Western New York
How CEG helps manufacturers in the Capital Region

More info & Registration

Population Health Innovation Summit
2017-03-27 12:00 - 19:00 | Capital Center, 55 Eagle Street, Albany, NY, 12207, United States
The intersection of information technology and population health data will power the delivery of vital healthcare and wellness services to New Yorkers. Join us for an event that will bring together local and regional thought leaders, industry experts, startups, and community stakeholders for a full slate of presentations, conversations, and networking opportunities. Join us for an event that will bring together local and regional thought leaders, industry experts, startups, and community stakeholders for a full slate of presentations, conversations, and networking opportunities.

Advancements in health technology and data science can:

Support dynamic collaboration among providers
Meaningfully engage and empower patients
Enable insurers to base compensation on value and quality

Learn more about the new tools and methods for working with population health data to visualize patterns, identify problems, and spark ideas and creative solutions to help improve population health, patient experience, and healthcare affordability.
The Population Health Innovation Summit is open to the public. Free registration includes lunch and an evening cocktail reception.
Coordinated by:
IgniteU NY is a Capital Region startup accelerator, helping to fuel New York startups while supporting the Region’s innovation ecosystem. IgniteU NY is powered by NYSTEC, a not-for-profit technology consulting company comprised of cross-functional IT professionals and health care policy experts. We partner with healthcare organizations, state agencies, institutions, and business clients for IT strategic planning, innovation, data science, and cybersecurity services in the population health domain.
Innovate 518 is the Capital Region’s Innovation Hot Spot, which orchestrates a robust and connected entrepreneurial ecosystem of incubators, accelerators, and support organizations to assist in growing sustainable and scalable technology ventures.

SBIR Workshop Series: Fund Your Ideas for Innovation
2017-03-24 08:30 - 12:00
Did you know that there is $2 billion available to small businesses for innovation in research and new product development? The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs provide federal funding for your innovation. Participate in our workshop series taking place across New York State and find out how to apply.
Location: University of Albany, Life Sciences Research Building D’Ambra Auditorium
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