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SUMMARY:2019 Capital Region Workforce Development Implementation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Governor Cuomo has launched a new $175 million Workforce Development initiative in May of this year\, using the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) process on a rolling basis (no deadline date).  This means a tremendous opportunity is available to area businesses seeking to increase their workforce and/or meet current needs.  \nDon’t miss the opportunity to learn about this vital NYS initiative and also connect with business leaders and educators from throughout the region:\n \n  \n\n\n8:30 – 9:30am – Registration\, continental breakfast and networking with sponsor tables \n9:30 – 10:30am – Presentation on $175M Workforce Development Initiative \n10:30 – 10:45am – Questions and Closing Remarks \nAttendance is complimentary; pre- registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now  \n  \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/2019-capital-region-workforce-development-implementation-summit/
LOCATION:The Century House\, 997 New Loudon Rd\, Latham\, 12110\, United States
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SUMMARY:CEN 19th Annual Scholarship Golf Day
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 17\, 2019 – rain or shine – the proceeds of this one day event are the only funds that will go towards several 2019/2020 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. \nCost | $175 /person; $700 / foursome; $50 dinner only \nRegistration | 10:00 am – 11:30 am \nBarbecue Lunch | 11:00 am \nShotgun Start | 12:00 pm SHARP \nCocktails & Buffet Reception – includes Silent Auction & Awards | 5:00 pm \nIt will take 5 hours for the round; please be at the club and ready to start promptly at 12:00. \nWhen registering a foursome\, please provide names of individual players. If not all names are secured\, please insert TBD into first name and last name fields. \nREGISTER\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/cen-19th-annual-scholarship-golf-day/
LOCATION:The Edison Club\, 891 Riverview Road\, Rexford\, NY\, 12148\, United States
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SUMMARY:Consolidated Funding Application Information Session – Rensselaer
DESCRIPTION:The information session includes an overview of the application and the CFA process and will focus on Empire State Development programs. \n  \nPlease RSVP here: REGISTER NOW! \n  \n9:30 am Registration \n10:00 am Presentation \n10:45 am Q&A with ESD staff \nMore information on the consolidated funding application here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/consolidated-funding-application-information-session-rensselaer/
LOCATION:IgniteUNY\, 333 Broadway\, Suite 350\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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SUMMARY:BizLab-Clarkson Lunchtime Entrepreneurship Series featuring Tobi Saulnier
DESCRIPTION:Tobi Saulnier\, founder and CEO of game developer 1st Playable Productions\, will be the next speaker at the BizLab-Clarkson Lunchtime Entrepreneurship Series on Thursday\, June 20. \n REGISTER \n  \nSaulnier has had a storied career path. After earning her doctoral degree in electrical engineering\, she went to work for General Electric\, then went to work for a gaming startup\, Vicarious Visions. And from there\, her passion for entrepreneurship was sparked. She has been recognized as one of the leading entrepreneur’s in New York’s Capital Region. \n\n Tickets to hear Saulnier 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.
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bizlab-clarkson-lunchtime-entrepreneurship-series-featuring-tobi-saulnier/
LOCATION:BizLab\, 251 State Street\, Schenectady\, 12305\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190622T140000
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SUMMARY:Black Wealth 2020
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 22nd\, the UpState New York Black Chamber of Commerce will partner with George Biddle Kelly Foundation and Metropolitan Baptist Church to launch Black Wealth 2020 (BW 2020)\, a national initiative and movement to unite some of the most historic national economic\, civic and civil rights organizations with a goal to impact economic outcomes in Black America throughout the decade of the 2020’s and beyond in an effort to create legacies through establishing inter-generational wealth. The BW 2020 is a three-pronged strategy designed to significantly increase the number of Black homeowners\, strong Black-owned businesses and deposits in Black banks. \nFREE ADMISSION for the first 100 Attendees \n REGISTER \n\n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/black-wealth-2020/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Baptist Church\, 150 2nd Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190627T193000
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SUMMARY:CEG 23rd Annual Technology Awards
DESCRIPTION:TONIGHT’S PROGRAM\n4:00pm – Registration is open | 4:30 – 5:00pm – Cocktails and Networking | 5:00 – 6:00pm – Awards Ceremony\n6:00 -7:30pm – Celebratory reception with food\, cocktails\, music\, tech showcases & more! \nAbout the awards\n\nThe 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.\nThe Awards are a signature event of the Center for Economic Growth – and an opportunity to not only recognize start-up companies and encourage their growth\, but to recognize innovative\, established companies that call the Capital Region home and are continuing to contribute to the region’s overall economic growth and success. And\, to honor individuals who make an incredible impact as entrepreneurs and mentors – helping new ventures thrive here.\n\nWho attends?\n100s of individuals representing a multitude of different industries\, educational backgrounds and age groups; this is the place to make new connections in an enjoyable setting! \nView photos from last year’s event >> \nCONGRATULATIONS\, 2019 AWARD WINNERS!! \n \nEconomic Winner: Auto/Mate\n Lift-Off: Jahnel Group\n Start-Up Star: Passport for Good\n Technology Innovation: Mobius-Labs\n Judges’ Choice – Technology Connector:\n Susan Lundberg\, Owner\, Capital Tech Search & President\, NY Tech Loop\n Technology Trailblazer: \n Annmarie Lanesey\, Founder & CEO\, AlbanyCanCode\n Manufacturing Innovator: \n Dr. Gary Patton\, CTO & SVP\, Design Enablement and R&D\,\n GLOBALFOUNDRIES\n Jeffery A. Lawrence Lifetime Contributor:\n Richard Frederick\, Co-Founder & Managing Director\, Eastern New York Angels \n\n\n Join hundreds of business leaders\, professionals and entrepreneurs at this signature event! Open to CEG Investors and the General Public. Special rate available for Young Professionals.\nRegister Now! \n  \nIndividual Registration: CEG Investor: $65 | General Public: $85 | Young Professional (21-35): $35 \nGroup Discount Blocks (10 Tix): CEG Investor: $585 | General Public: $765 \n**All tickets include program\, reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres\, 2 complimentary drink tickets (cash bar also available) and opportunity to enter to win tech give-aways. \n  \n\nSponsorship\nLooking to gain visibility for your organization and show your support? Your sponsorship enables us to continue to honor our region’s bright minds and innovative companies making a difference. Opportunities still available! Download Sponsorship Packet\n  \n\n Award Sponsors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Beverage Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Give-Away Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Media Sponsor \nLeaders 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. \nNow\, more than ever\, the Times Union is committed to remaining relevant to our readers and the businesses that support us. \n Recently\, we have taken a look at how our subscribers want to receive their news and have launched an innovative subscriber platform that keeps readers coming back; both online and in our print format. \nFor our advertisers\, we now offer the Hearst Digital Agency. With this new offering\, we can help businesses thrive and grow and add state-of-the-art digital media solutions in addition to the broad reach of the Times Union and tu.com \nFor the past two years\, the Hearst Media Center has been the center of communication with our readers. This 11\,000 square foot Town Hall allows us to present topic of interest to our community and hear what they have to say. \nThe Times Union is part of Hearst\, one of the world’s lealding media\,information and service companies. In the Capital Region\, our suite of products extends beyond the daily newspaper\, to include magazines\, the region’s leading web site including a mobile site and an app. \nAll this makes the Times Union a valuable resource for the growing and diverse needs of the Capital Region’s business community. \n  \nSupporting Sponsors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ceg-23rd-annual-technology-awards/
LOCATION:Rivers Casino\, 1 Rush St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12308\, United States
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SUMMARY:SEMICON West 2019: NY Booth\, Summit & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Visit the New York State of Opportunity Pavilion\n Booth # 1650 South Hall\n \nResources. Sites. Assets. \nFind out what opportunities await you in New York! \n\nSEMICON West will be held in San Francisco July 19 – 11and is the premier event in the United States for the micro and nanoelectronics manufacturing industries\, organized by SEMI. 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.  \n NY Loves Nanotech will be exhibiting in partnership with New York State\, and will be hosting a New York Nanotech Summit and 20th Annual Dessert Reception\, with generous support from our partners and sponsors. \n  \nWhy New York?\nNew York’s Tech Corridor is the premier location for innovative\, high-tech companies. As a global leader in R&D\, the state produces a world-class workforce\, shovel ready sites and competitive incentives to ensure a company’s success.  \n\nWednesday\, July 10 | 1:00 – 5:30pm | Moscone South ESPL Rm: 156 \nAgenda: \n1:00 – 1:30pm | Welcome and New Initiative Announcements\n 1:30 – 3:35pm | Technology Overviews \n\nThemes: Photonics\, AI\, Quantum Computing\, Materials & Process Research\, High Volume Manufacturing\nParticipants Expected: NY CREATES\, SUNY Poly\, AIM Photonics\, IBM\, TEL\, AMAT\, CMC\, EXYTE\n\n3:50 – 4:30pm | Partner Overviews\n 4:30 – 5:30pm | Workforce Education & Economic Development \n**No fee to attend \, but you must have your SEMICON West Badge to access the meeting rooms.** \n Need a visitor badge? Use our promo for a discounted rate! \n \n  \nNY Loves Nanotech’s 20th Annual Dessert Reception \n Wednesday\, July 10 | 8:00 – 10:00pm\n Invite Only — contact Andrea Swank\n  \nPlatinum Sponsor:\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBanner 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. Banner Industries collaborates with partners and customers to find solutions that improve productivity and profitability. \nBanner 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. \nOur product line includes assemblies\, cleanroom products\, filters\, fittings\, heaters\, gauges\, mass flow controllers\, mass flow meters\, O-rings and seals\, purifiers\, pumps\, regulators\, tubing and pipe\, valves\, and more. \nFor additional information\, visit our website at www.bannerindustries.com. \nSilver Sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMajor Underwriter:\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nRegional Economic Development Partners:\nCenter for Economic Growth | Genesee County Economic Development Center | Greater Rochester Enterprise | Invest Buffalo Niagara | Mohawk Valley EDGE | Onondaga County IDA \nNYS Partner:\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/semicon-west-2019/
LOCATION:Moscone Center\, 747 Howard St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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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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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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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190723T103000
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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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LAST-MODIFIED:20190717T072643Z
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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
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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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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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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
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CREATED:20190725T175833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T175833Z
UID:8312-1565881200-1565888400@www.ceg.org
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:20260409T163003
CREATED:20190305T004715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190701T222727Z
UID:6989-1566288000-1566752400@www.ceg.org
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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CREATED:20190823T005444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190823T005444Z
UID:8447-1566993600-1566999000@www.ceg.org
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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CREATED:20190815T213117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T213117Z
UID:8415-1568223000-1568230200@www.ceg.org
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
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CREATED:20190725T001646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T001646Z
UID:8295-1568707200-1568739600@www.ceg.org
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
UID:8480-1568710800-1568739600@www.ceg.org
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190918T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T163003
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190919T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T163003
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:20260409T163003
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T163003
CREATED:20190806T181042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T220716Z
UID:8353-1569339000-1569349800@www.ceg.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260409T163003
CREATED:20190920T215304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190920T215429Z
UID:8573-1569864600-1569871800@www.ceg.org
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:20260409T163003
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:20260409T163003
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/
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