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SUMMARY:Business Connection Forum
DESCRIPTION:Meet the world’s electronics elite! REGISTER TO ATTEND>>\n \nSilicon Europe Worldwide with support from North American partners is organizing a multiday event in Albany where European and North American SMEs\, large corporations\, universities and research institutes will have the chance to meet. \n The 3 day event will cover the following technological themes:\n \n In addition to these seminars\, participants will have the chance to pitch their company and meet other organizations during scheduled matchmaking. Moreover\, the local and regional economic development agencies will give an overview of project development programs and support for international companies. \nSpeakers and participants from global companies and organizations including IBM\, GE\, Siemens\, Corning and GLOBALFOUNDRIES will be at the event. So\, don’t miss your chance to meet the World’s electronics elite! \n\nOpportunities for attendees\n\nCompany Pitches\nMatchmaking Sessions & Networking\nSeminars and Poster Sessions\n~50 American SMEs are expected as well as representatives from IBM\, GE\, Globalfoundries and other major stakeholders including stellar research universities\n\nWhy participate?\n\nObtain unique information on regional support\nDiscover the latest trends in Autonomous Operations\, Health Applications\, Smart Cities and Advanced Electronics\nExamine business and investment opportunities overseas\nTarget potential business partners in pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings\nInitiate cross-border contacts and co-operations between the EU\, US and Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n DAY 1: REGIONAL SUPPORT & TECH-SESSIONS | Decide between four parallel TECH-SESSIONS. \n\n\n\nDAY 2: MATCHMAKING| Build new relationships through pre-scheduled meetings. \n\n\n\nDAY 3: SCIENCE PITCH | Obtain information about the newest research and connect with universities. \n\n\n\n\nFees\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Type \n\n\nPrice \n\n\nRemarks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizations\n (up to 2 attendees)\n  \n\n\n\n$275 (Whole Event) \n\n\n\nAfter the payment\, you will receive a promotion code (free admission for the whole event) for a second attendee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizations\n (up to 2 attendees) \n\n\n\n$150 (One Day)\n  \n\n\n\nAfter the payment\, you will receive a promotion code (free admission for the same day) for a second attendee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAcademics & Additional participants \n\n\n\n$50 \n  \n\n\n\nAcademics: people working for institutes of higher education\n Additional participant: additional attendees of a company which has already registered for the full price ($150/ $275). \n>>The organizers reserve the right to check if this booking type applies. Otherwise\, the participant will be informed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n>>>REGISTER to attend\n \n\nGold Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nSilver Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganized by\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSupported by\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/business-connection-forum/
LOCATION:SUNY Polytechnic Institute\, 257 Fuller Rd.\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171011T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171011T130000
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SUMMARY:Robotics Seminar & Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:8:15 – 9:15 | Tour of Center of Gravity (optional) \n9:30 – 9:45 | Registration \n9:45 – 12:00 | Presentation \n12:00 – 1:00 | Lunch and Q&A \nAre you a manufacturer facing problems with:\n\n\n\n\nIncreased Labor Rates \n\n\nLack of Skilled Workers \n\n\nDemand for Engineers \n\n\nGlobal Price Competition \n\n\n\n\n  \nIf yes\, join us at the Axis New York Robotics Seminar! \n This is a unique opportunity to experience first hand collaborative robots within staged manufacturing environments. Hear from Kevin Matthews and Clinton Maddox\, Automation Engineers from Axis NY\, discuss the advantages of automation as well as view practical cobot demonstrations throughout the Center of Gravity.  \nTopics Include:\n\nLive Collaborative Robot demos\nRobot Safety\nIntegrated Vision\nCase studies\nApplication best practices\n\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nProduction Managers\nManufacturing Engineers\nProcess Engineers\nContinuous Improvement\nQuality Assurance\nSafety/Plant Safety Managers\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/robotics-seminar-demonstration/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171011T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171011T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170921T193220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T193220Z
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SUMMARY:CEG SolarGEN NY Solar Overview
DESCRIPTION:Find Out How Much it Can Save You!\nAre you a manufacturer or business concerned about: \n\nEscalating and uncertain energy prices (2.5% to 5% increase annually)\nLocking in electrical energy prices lower than your current rate for 25 years\nReducing non-value added roof space\nPutting your tax dollars to work by offsetting nearly 60% of the cost on a tax benefit that is ramping down over the next 5 years\nTaking advantage of NYSERDA’s dwindling incentives\nAn ever increasing customer and supply chain invested in reducing carbon emissions and purchasing green products\n\n  \nIf yes to any of the above\, solar might be for you! Find out how at the next CEG SolarGEN information session \nREGISTER\n  \nAttending the event gives you access to solar experts: learn solar basics and ask specific questions about solar fit at your facility! \nIs your roof too old for solar? Am I in a location where my energy is worth more to the grid? Is a ground or roof mount a better fit for our goals? How can I communicate my carbon reduction numbers to my buyers? \nJoin us for this unique networking event!\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ceg-solargen-ny-solar-overview/
LOCATION:Columbia Chamber of Commerce\, 1 N Front St\, Hudson\, NY\, 12534\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171020T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170926T011850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T011911Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Businesses with Local Talent: A NYS P-TECH Regional Employer Forum
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCapital Region Employers: \nAre you struggling to recruit the skilled employees you need to sustain and grow your business? Do you find that math\, science and professional skills of candidates don’t meet the standards your business requires? Is the local talent pipeline prepared to drive economic development? \nJoin us for a breakfast event on Friday\, October 20\, 2017 to learn how employers are connecting with high schools and community colleges to prepare a robust talent pipeline to fuel economic growth. \nDate: Friday\, October 20\, 2017\n Time: 7:45 – 8:15 AM Registration & Breakfast | 8:15 – 10:00 AM Program\n Location: HVCC TEC-SMART Campus\n NYSERDA’s Saratoga Technology + Energy Park® | 345 Hermes Road | Malta\, NY 12020 \n Directions>> \nCost: Event Registration and breakfast are free thanks to Citizens Bank. \nRegister to attend>>\nLocal business leaders\, educators\, and students from the area’s P-TECH programs will share their experiences\, and you can learn more about the high-functioning business and education partnerships which characterize the P-TECH 9-14 model being adopted across New York. Attendees will receive materials created and tailored to address employer needs and have the opportunity to launch new partnerships on the spot. \n Don’t miss this special opportunity to learn about this transformative education model designed to ensure area students are ready for real business challenges! \n Sponsored by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/growing-businesses-local-talent-nys-p-tech-regional-employer-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171023T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170821T171237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170821T171237Z
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SUMMARY:New York Automation and Robotics Conference
DESCRIPTION:KEYNOTE SPEAKER:\nGreg Longtine\n Senior Manager of Technology Strategy at Amazon Robotics\n “How robotics has transformed Amazon and what the next generation of robotics means for industry and the economy.” \nSESSION TOPICS:\n\n\n\n\nGovernment Partnerships \n\n\nWorkforce Development \n\n\nRobotic Welding \n\n\n3D Printing \n\n\nHard vs. Soft Automation \n\n\nCollaborative Robotics \n\n\nOffline Robot Programming \n\n\nOur Table of Experts! \n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY: Rensselaer’s Center for Automation Technologies and Systems (CATS)\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/new-york-automation-robotics-conference/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 235 Hoosick St\, Troy\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171027T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170929T235731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T235731Z
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SUMMARY:TVGBN: Doing Business in Europe and Israel
DESCRIPTION:Join Global NY and Tech Valley Global Business Network to learn about current business opportunities\, select foreign market updates and more.  Global NY’s European representative Terry Potter and Israeli representative Gerry Stoch can also provide a custom market analysis and list of potential partners free of charge to all participants.  \nContact Kathryn Bamberger\, Kathryn.Bamberger@esd.ny.gov or 518-270-1133 to find out how.  \nTo register for the event\, please reply with your name\, business/organization\, and telephone number to globalny@esd.ny.gov no later than October 25. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tvgbn-business-europe-israel/
LOCATION:Capital Region Chamber\, 5 Computer Drive South\, Colonie\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171102T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170726T212030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171025T232434Z
UID:3696-1509640200-1509654600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:CEG 2017 Annual Meeting & 30th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the Center for Economic Growth’s 30th year serving as the Capital Region’s professional economic and business development organization. Our 2017 Annual Meeting will be a celebration of accomplishments and a look at what’s to come.  \nThank you to all our investors and partners for your continued support of CEG and our mission to attract new business and investments\, enable existing businesses to be more competitive\, and promote collaboration among the region’s stakeholders. Your partnership is vital to our success and the success of our region\, and we hope you’ll celebrate with us on November 2! \nThis event is currently sold out. Please contact Andrea Swank at andreas@ceg.org to join the wait list. Interested in attending and gaining recognition for your company? Sponsorships with tickets are still available! View Sponsorship Opportunities\nPlease contact Andrea Swank at andreas@ceg.org for more information or to secure a sponsorship! \n\nKeynote Speaker: Robert Safian\, editor and managing director\, Fast Company\n\n\n\n\n Robert Safian is editor-in-chief and managing director of the influential\, award-winning business magazine Fast Company and its digital and live-event affiliates. He oversees all editorial operations and plays a key role in guiding the enterprise’s advertising\, marketing\, and consumer-engagement efforts.\n\n\n\n\n\n Under Safian’s direction\, Fast Company has garnered a reputation for highlighting the “new” business while keeping reverence to “tried and true.” Whether exploring a startup in Detroit or the tech scene in Palo Alto\, an innovator in Shanghai or an iconoclast in Rio\, Fast Company consistently adopts a fresh and honest take on business. Safian has appeared on CBS\, CNN\, CNBC\, MSNBC and other TV networks\, and previously served as Executive Editor\, Fortune\, Time; and Managing Editor\, Money. Full Bio >>\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n Evening Program: \n4:30pm – Registration & Networking \n5:00 – 6:00pm – Cocktail Hour & Networking \n6:00 – 8:30pm – Seated Dinner & Program \n**Cocktail attire recommended.** \n\nThank you\, Sponsors! \nCocktail Hour Sponsor: \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\nMVP Health Care® is a nationally recognized\, community-focused\, not-for-profit health insurer serving more than 700\,000 members in New York and Vermont. Committed to the complete well-being of its members\, MVP provides the tools and information they need to achieve better health and peace of mind. For more information\, visit www.mvphealthcare.com\, or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mvphealthcare\, and on Twitter at @MVPHealthCare.\n\n\n\n  \nAudio Visual Sponsor: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \nMedia Sponsor: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ceg-2017-annual-meeting-30th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Hall of Springs\, 108 Avenue of the Pines\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171106T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171106T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170909T004236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T192348Z
UID:3969-1509957000-1509985800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Export Controls Under ITAR/EAR Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Navigating ITAR & EAR\nWhat’s Changed & What Steps to Take\n \nJoin fellow regional companies on Monday\, Nov. 6 (almost fully subscribed) or Tuesday\, Nov. 7 for this dedicated one-day training to obtain a clear understanding of 2016/2017 changes to export controls.This program will help you identify what has changed and the necessary steps to be in full compliance.  \n Benefits to signing-up:\nGroup Discount | Price per company decreases with each company that registers \n Saves Time | You and your employees will walk away having obtained the necessary licensing & permission to export after one day’s worth of training \n Efficient | Non-compliance can be costly and can even lead to loss of export privileges. Department of Defense vendors are required to be in full compliance by end of year.\n \n\nExport controls and compliance with the regulations has long been a complex issue for exporters.  Determining agency jurisdiction and classification under the appropriate regulations is difficult and requires a comprehensive understanding of the regulations. \n The classification and compliance process has only become more complex under various new regulations and interpretations. Non-compliance can be costly and even lead to loss of export privileges. \n Through a review of the regulations as they currently exist and particle examples the participant will gain an understanding of how to navigate the ITAR & EAR\, properly classifying their exports and obtaining the necessary licensing and permission to export. They will learn about the new license procedures and other changes.\n     \n This program is designed to meet initial and recurring training requirements. \n Learn how to use compliance as a competitive advantage!
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/export-controls-itarear-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171109T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20170918T193835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171026T172105Z
UID:3984-1510227000-1510232400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Security Lunch & Learn for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Anticipating Cyber Attacks with a Cyber Security Plan – Critical for DoD Contracts/Contracters/Supply Chain\nEveryone and every company needs to maintain an up-to-date cyber security plan\, especially those who work with the U.S. Department of Defense.\nNIST 800-171 Standard – January 1\, 2018 Deadline for Your Plan \nREGISTER\n  \nCyber security is extremely important for businesses of every size.  A weak cyber security profile puts a company and its employees at risk.  Not only are finances and operations affected\, cyber-attacks diminish your reputation and customers’ confidence.  Everyone involved is stressed financially and/or emotionally.  For DOD contractors\, it also puts the future of its government contracts in jeopardy. (As of January 1 manufacturers with DOD contracts must meet new NIST standards.) In this workshop you will: \n\nLearn about some of the biggest threats in the cyber security space today – ransomware\, phishing\, botnets\, DDoS\, malware\, and more.\nFind out what business owners should be looking for and who is responsible for the safety of information.\nFind out how the January 1 deadline for NIST 800-171 Standard relates to manufacturers with DOD contracts.\nLearn about the “Chain of Security” and why a good cybersecurity profile means more than just a strong IT infrastructure.\nDiscover why small and medium manufacturers are the #2 most targeted industry by cyber attackers.\n\n  \nLearn the basics of how to start building a Cyber Security action plan \nWho Should Attend\n\nOwners\nCEO’s\nCOO’s\nPresident’s\nHR Directors/Managers\nIT Staff\nAny policy decision maker within a company\n\n  \nMore details to come \nSponsored by: \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/cyber-security-lunch-learn-manufacturers-critical-dod-contractscontracterssupply-chain/
LOCATION:The Century House\, 997 New Loudon Rd\, Latham\, 12110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171115T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20171005T180511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T180511Z
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SUMMARY:VentureB Series in Saratoga
DESCRIPTION:November’s VentureB is northern bound! \nJoin us on Wednesday\, November 15 from 3:30 – 5:30 pm at Skidmore College for three VentureB pitches. Refreshments will be served! \nREGISTER\nLocation/Directions:\nSkidmore College  \nPalamountain Hall\, Room 202.   \nFrom Broadway\, enter campus and turn right on the Ring Rd.  Follow signs to Palamountain lot and park here. Enter the building and take an immediate right.   \nPresentations\n\n\n\n\n\nAuxNation*:  A mobile music/entertainment iOS application that’s aim is to breakdown the barrier between performers and their audiences. \n*Skidmore Student Presentation: Noam Kahn \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nOur.news: Rate. Validate. Engage. Our.news is an Open News Validation platform which lets users rate & validate the news. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nDash Metrics: Easily Digestible Infographic Dashboards. DashMetrics has created a platform that enables Marketing teams and Agencies to tell the story of their campaigns from start-to-finish with easily digestible infographic dashboards. \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ventureb-series-saratoga/
LOCATION:Skidmore College\, 815 N Broadway\, Saratoga Springs\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171115T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171116T163000
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CREATED:20171011T060650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T060650Z
UID:4159-1510759800-1510849800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:FuzeHub Commercialization Competition
DESCRIPTION:CEG is proud to support FuzeHub’s first-ever Commercialization Competition—a two-day event in Albany\, NY that will feature a pitch competition and high-impact networking opportunities. \nJoin FuzeHub and help grow the entrepreneurial network here in New York State by helping to launch innovators toward success. Up to five companies will be awarded $50\,000 each for their project. Finalists announced soon. \n  \n\n\nWho Should Attend: \nThe innovation network is dependent upon a deeply collaborative community—that’s why we’re seeking entrepreneurs\, established technologists\, and the broader technology community to come and be a part of this special event which aims to foster the growth of early-stage companies. \nJoin us and help broaden the landscape of opportunity and networking for the startup community throughout New York State. \nLearn about new resources\n Grow your startup or company’s exposure\n Connect with industry leaders\n Identify growth opportunities for your own business \n\nMore information & Registration >> \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/fuzehub-commercialization-competition/
LOCATION:Hilton Albany\, 40 Lodge St.\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171205T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20171115T021558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T021558Z
UID:4349-1512495000-1512502200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Third Annual STEM Researchers Institute for Teachers Honors Event
DESCRIPTION:Questar III BOCES cordially invites you to attend the: \nThird Annual STEM Research Institute for Teachers Honors Event\n  \nRSVP by Monday\, November 27\, 2017 to: jane.king@questar.org\nHors d’oeuvres & light refreshments will be served \n \nHonorees: 2nd Year Fellows and Mentors\nKim Hayden\, Hoosick Falls CSD                   Dr. Janice Pata\, Wadsworth Center\, NYS Health Lab \nDarlene Hunter\, Averill Park CSD               Dr. Yuri Gorby\, RPI \n  \nTo Be Recognized: 1st Year Fellows and Mentors\nJanice Balogh\, Schodack CSD                       Dr. Tomoko Udo\, SUNY Albany School of Public Health \nKyle Crawford\, Coxsackie-Athens CSD       Mr. Ronald Trefzger\, Centrotherm Eco Systems \nEdward Bryden\, Rensselaer CSD                Ms. Terri Drobner\, Digifabshop \nRyan Debrosky\, Lansingburgh CSD                        Mr. Ronald Trefzger\, Centrotherm Eco Systems \nKristopher Navratil\, Schodack CSD             Ms. Holly Cargill-Cramer \nLeonard Bacon\, Schodack CSD                    Dr. Morgan Schaller\, RPI \nNicole Freeman\, Averill Park CSD               Mr. Anthony Parente\, Dumbstruck \nTom Guile\, Coxsackie Athens CSD               Mr. Joshua Taylor\, IBM \nDeb Mabey\, Hoosick Falls CSD                    Dr. Kevin Rose\, RPI \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/third-annual-stem-researchers-institute-teachers-honors-event/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180117T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20171221T233102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171221T233102Z
UID:4491-1516194000-1516208400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Sandler Training: Bringing Your Playbook to Life
DESCRIPTION:Would you or your sales team be more successful if:\n• You had a consistent and predictable sales process? \n• Could do a 2 Minute Pre-Call Prep in the car before your next meeting? \n• Have your No-Pressure Prospecting Call script in front of you as you make your next dial? \n• Conducted Pre-briefing or Debriefing calls with specific goals and agendas?   \nProfessional sports teams wouldn’t take to the field without one. And even the best golfers do not approach a competitive round without one. \nA great playbook is the key to any team’s success\, so why would YOU do sales without one? \nIn this session\, you will get the nuts and bolts needed to construct YOUR playbook. Industry leaders from Sandler Training will teach you the key components of a playbook\, how to use it as an effective tool. Come to this session prepared to build! \nInvestment: $595 for New Sandler Training Members$395 for Current Sandler MembersIncluded materials\, a Sandler Training Virtual Playbook anda one year subscription to Sandler OnLine.\n  \nUse the CEG Promo Code at registration: CEGBGS
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sandler-training-bringing-playbook-life/
LOCATION:13 Columbia Circle\, 13 Columbia Circle\, Suite 104\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180123T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20171129T210121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171129T210545Z
UID:4379-1516712400-1516716000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Jump Start Continuous Improvement in Your Manufacturing Business
DESCRIPTION:More Easily Achieve Your Business Transformation Goals Using the Proven “Leverage Points” Methodology\nNot all manufacturing businesses want or even need extensive (and expensive!) transformation programs. There are\, however\, still systemic problems that most leaders need to address such as: unachievable strategies\, unclear priorities\, misaligned processes\, and detrimental behaviors that are harming the overall business. \nIn this webinar\, Beau Keyte and Brent Wahba\, internationally recognized experts in organizational change\, will introduce you to the “Leverage Points” transformation methodology. Developed and tested over the past 10 years\, this process emerged from studying how successful organizations really evolve by implementing small\, situation-specific changes to create focus\, alignment\, and an achievable plan for driving results. \n REGISTER \nWebinar participants will have the opportunity to learn and ask questions about:\n\nThe hidden impact of non-value added and strategically-misaligned activities\nWhy small\, simple changes are often more effective at driving results than big\, complex transformations\nHow to use Leverage Points to uncover systemic problems\, create simple\, situation-specific solutions\, and implement with minimal disruption and stress\nWhy socialization and experimentation are critical elements of lasting change\nHow to determine if Leverage Points is right for your organization and where to start\n\nWho should attend:\n\nCEOS / COOS / CXOS\, General Managers\, Sector Leaders\nFunction VPs / Directors / Leaders\nTransformation & Continuous Improvement Leaders\n\nAgenda\n1:00PM-1:05PM\nIntroduction by FuzeHub \n1:05-1:45PM\nContinuous Improvement Presentation by experts\,\n Brent Wahba and Beau Keyte \n1:45-1:55PM\nQ&A \n1:55-2:00PM\nWhat Your Local Manufacturing Extension\n Partnership Has to Offer – FuzeHub \n  \n\n\n\n\nHosted by:\n\n\nPowered by:\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/jump-start-continuous-improvement-manufacturing-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180130T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180112T001532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180112T001532Z
UID:4567-1517302800-1517310000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:MicroKnowledge: Collaborate with SharePoint
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to utilize SharePoint as a tool to centralize documents\, scheduling and pool contact information. \nTopics include: \n\nExploring and navigating the SharePoint Environment\nUsing Libraries\nUsing Lists\nInteracting with Microsoft Office\n\n\nCost: $129/person \nMore info & Registration >> \nPresented by:\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/microknowledge-collaborate-sharepoint/
LOCATION:Center for Economic Growth\, 39 North Pearl St.\, Albany \, NY\, 12207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180201T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20171218T232807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T005131Z
UID:4476-1517475600-1517504400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Public LEAN 101
DESCRIPTION:Full Day LEAN 101 Course led by Tom Bell\, Project Director\, Technology Services\, CEG BGS\nExperience the power of lean and the changes and benefits of moving from a traditional environment to a lean environment by participating in a simulation workshop. Learn about the eight wastes and how to apply standardized work\, workplace organization\, visual controls\, set-up reduction\, batch-size reduction\, point-of-use storage\, quality at the source\, workforce practices and pull systems to eliminate these wastes. Participation in this workshop before taking part in other workshops is recommended. \nRegistration details to follow in January! \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/public-lean-101/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180205T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180127T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180127T000115Z
UID:4792-1517853600-1517860800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Reception with Khawar Nasim\, Deputy Consul General of Canada
DESCRIPTION: \n\n \n\n\n\nKhawar Nasim\, Deputy Consul General of Canada in New York will host a reception to celebrate the Canada – New York partnership on Monday\, February 5 from 6:00 – 8:00pm at the Renaissance Hotel in Albany.  \nThe Reception will be held in the DeWitt Ballroom. \nIf you would like to attend\, please RSVP via email by Thursday\, February 1. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/reception-khawar-nasim-deputy-consul-general-canada/
LOCATION:Renaissance Hotel\, 144 State St.\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180207T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T214223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T202132Z
UID:4828-1518024600-1518031800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Albany
DESCRIPTION:*** ALBANY ROUNDTABLE HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER *** \n**NEW DATE IS MONDAY\, MARCH 12\, 2017 ** \nJoin ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Albany County Roundtable \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour/
LOCATION:Overit\, 435 New Scotland Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12208
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180212T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T214516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T215549Z
UID:4832-1518456600-1518463800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Rensselaer
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Rensselaer County Roundtable \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour-rensselaer/
LOCATION:WMHT\, 4 Global View\, Troy\, NY\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180112T001850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180112T001858Z
UID:4574-1518512400-1518521400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:MicroKnowledge: Excel Advanced Functions
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the power of Excel by using decision making functions such as IF\, lookup functions to help find data across sheets such as VLOOKUP\, and techniques to make using functions easier such as named ranges and goal seek. \nTopics Include: \n\nWorking with Named Ranges\nUsing Conditional Functions\nUsing Lookup Functions\n\n  \nCost: $129/person \nMore info & Registration >> \nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/microknowledge-excel-advanced-functions/
LOCATION:Center for Economic Growth\, 5 Computer Drive S.\, Albany\, NY\, 12205\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180221T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180221T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180108T233359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T003137Z
UID:4524-1519227000-1519237800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:VentureB Series
DESCRIPTION:February’s VentureB is at a new time and location!\nJoin us at Pat’s Barn for the Wednesday\, February 21st VentureB Series featuring pitches from VARA Firearm Security and KIRSH Helmets. \nVentureB Series is free to attend though registration is required. \nAgenda:\n 3:30 – 4:00 | Registration\n 4:00 – 5:00 | Pitches\n 5:00 – 6:30 | Networking\nLocation: Pat’s Barn is located at the RPI Tech Park\n (110 Defreest Dr\, Rensselaer\, NY 12144) \nRefreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served! \n \n \nRegister to attend\n\nPresentations:\n\n VARA Firearm Security is manufacturing a biometric accessible gun security safe\, targeting hand gun owners and law enforcement officers. Their product addresses a need among hand gun owners and law enforcement officers that have a unique demand for ready access to their weapon while providing appropriate on the job and home security. \nKIRSH Helmets manufactures and produces motor vehicle crash helmets. The helmet is the only helmet that is entirely produced in America. KIRSH’s helmet design\, granted\, in part\, by a perpetual license from Impact Technologies\, is more efficient at handling kinetic energy that is created in motor vehicle accidents\, while reducing rotational acceleration than any other motor vehicle crash helmet. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ventureb-series/
LOCATION:Pat’s Barn\, 110 Defreest Dr.\, Rensselaer\, 12180\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T214801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T214801Z
UID:4837-1519752600-1519759800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Washington/Warren
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Washington/Warren Counties Event
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour-washingtonwarren/
LOCATION:The Hyde Collection\, 161 Warren Street\, Glens Falls\, NY\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180228T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T215016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T215016Z
UID:4840-1519839000-1519846200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Schenectady
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Schenectady County Event \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour-schenectady/
LOCATION:Proctors\, 432 State St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180305T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T215154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T215154Z
UID:4843-1520271000-1520278200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Saratoga
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Saratoga County Event \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour-saratoga/
LOCATION:Hall of Springs\, 108 Avenue of the Pines\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180307T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180208T200944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T202956Z
UID:4883-1520427600-1520449200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:The Business of Digital Games: Understanding the Landscape of the Industry
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the depth and breadth of the Tech Valley game design ecosystem and its opportunities for creative and technical professionals and entrepreneurs. \nLearn about the companies included in this ecosystem\, what they do\, who they work with and how. Dig a little deeper into the growth and development of one successful business. Then drill down a little more into a targeted discussion of your choice. Finish your day with a Networking Reception complete with opportunities to talk with representatives of game design companies and a TedX-style presentation on “The Intersection of Digital and Media Art.” \nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nMapping the Tech Valley Digital Games Cluster – a panel of representatives from each game design or related company with each sharing information on the company’s mission and place in the ecosystems\, as well as the type of employee and freelancers their company works with and the skills those individuals need. \n Starting\, Growing\, Pivoting and Still Growing a Business in Game Design\, featuring Brian Corrigan of Mad Glory \n Dig Down Discussions – Breakouts for Creative\, Technology and Entrepreneurs \n Networking Mixer with workshop attendees and members of the Upstate Alliance for a Creative Economy\, with information tables for the game design businesses and sponsoring organizations \n CoGTalk – The Intersection of Digital and Media Arts featuring NYS Council on the Arts Program Director for Electronic Media & Film|Visual Arts Karen Helmerson \n This program is free\, but space is limited. Reserve your place at the event by registering here with a $10 donation to Extra Life! All donations made to reserve a space will benefit the Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center through Extra Life\, which unites thousands of digital game players around the world in 24-hour fundraising and gaming marathons to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. \n\n\n\n\n  \nReserve Your Space 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/business-digital-games-understanding-landscape-industry/
LOCATION:Tech Valley Center of Gravity\, 30 3rd Street\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180312T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180206T202254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T202254Z
UID:4870-1520875800-1520883000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Roundtable Tour - Albany
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Albany County Roundtable \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-roundtable-tour-albany/
LOCATION:Overit\, 435 New Scotland Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12208
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180313T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180313T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180306T213451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T213451Z
UID:5050-1520926200-1520931600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Cause-Effect Thinking Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Adirondack Business Development Partnership Seminar Series present:\nFixing the Problem\, Not the Symptoms: Cause-Effect Thinking Seminar\nBusiness operations are about cause and effect. Too often we focus on symptoms that problems create rather that delving into the root cause of the problem\, creating a stop-gap approach to problem solving. \nWhether your challenges reside in employee turnover\, supply chain\, operational processes and/or implementation\, utilizing the Root Cause Analysis approach to solving problems will enable your company or organization to identify the obstacles before committing valuable resources resulting in a more cost-effective approach with a higher success rate. This seminar\, presented by Leslie Kendall of Kendall Associates\, is designed to provide attendees with an overview of: \n•  Overview of Root Cause Analysis as a process\n•  Learn how Root Cause Analysis can pinpoint obstacles to success\n•  How to utilize a Cause-Effect process to maximize performance\n•  How to implement Cause-Effect thinking in the workplace to increase efficiency \n REGISTER \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/cause-effect-thinking-seminar/
LOCATION:Northwest Bay Conference Center\, 640 Bay Road\, Queensbury\, NY\, 12804\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180112T002242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T202338Z
UID:4580-1520931600-1520956800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:MicroKnowledge: SharePoint 2016/2013 Site Owner
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for existing Microsoft SharePoint site users who need to create and manage a SharePoint team site. \nTopics include: \n\nCreating and Configuring a New Site\nAdding and Configuring Libraries\nAdding and Configuring Lists\nCreating Custom Lists and Forms\nAssigning Permissions and Access Rights\n\n  \nCost: $299/person \nMore info & Registration>> \nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/microknowledge-sharepint-20162013-site-owner/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180313T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180221T001553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T001604Z
UID:4942-1520935200-1520942400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:CEG Apprenticeship Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:CEG\, in partnership with the Manufacturing Association of Central New York\, is launching a new apprenticeship intermediary program. \nIf you’ve ever considered NYS Department of Labor apprenticeships at your facility- or if you’re new to them entirely – join us at the Desmond on Tuesday\, March 13th from 10 AM to 12 PM for an informational session about how we can help. \n REGISTER \nAbout the program\nStarting late spring/early summer\, CEG will act as an intermediary on behalf of our local businesses to help them establish New York State Registered Apprenticeships at their companies. Acting as a group sponsor\, CEG will ease the administrative burden of individual company registration. We will help manage your program and coordinate work-related classes with community colleges and other outside training providers. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/apprenticeship-intermediary-program-information-session/
LOCATION:The Desmond Hotel\, 660 Albany Shaker Road\, Albany\, NY\, 12211\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180313T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T185632
CREATED:20180131T215347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T215347Z
UID:4845-1520962200-1520969400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:ACE/CEG Creative Economy Rountable Tour - Columbia/Greene
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE and the Center for Economic Growth as we announce our latest Creative Economy data\, and share your thoughts on how we can work together to develop and grow creative jobs and opportunities in the Capital Region. \nACE wants to know what you do\, why you’re here\, and how we can make this region the best place in the U.S. for people to live\, work\, and grow creative businesses. Music\, food\, networking and more. You’re welcome to attend any or all of these Roundtable events\, and need not be employed in the Creative Industries to participate. \nDates and locations for Albany\, Rensselaer\, Washington + Warren\, Schenectady\, Saratoga and Columbia + Greene County events are available here. \nCost: Free to attend \nRegister for Columbia/Greene Counties Event \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aceceg-creative-economy-rountable-tour-columbiagreene/
LOCATION:Hudson Opera House\, 327 Warren St.\, Hudson\, NY\, United States
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