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SUMMARY:Creating an Equitable & Future-Focused Manufacturing Workforce with Apprenticeship
DESCRIPTION:Right now\, American manufacturers are finding that they need to make near-term changes to their hiring and training practices in response to developments like these: \n\nCOVID-19 has accelerated the automation revolution and placed a renewed emphasis on safety and efficiency\, requiring manufacturers to hire workers who are skilled in new technologies and methods\, and to train those who aren’t.\nCompanies are awakening to the value and importance of offering equitable career opportunities\, causing a shift in policies and procedures in order to widen the talent pool and provide equitable access to opportunities for career advancement throughout the workforce.\nPresident Joe Biden has unveiled an economic recovery plan to Build Back Better that includes a concerted effort to drive demand for goods made by American manufacturers\, creating a need for a larger and better trained manufacturing workforce.\n\nApprenticeship has proved to be an effective means of training and upskilling new hires and incumbent workers in a wide variety of manufacturing occupations\, such as machinist\, CNC machine operator\, manufacturing engineering technician\, and many other high-demand roles. \nJoin JFF’s Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning with the AFL-CIO Working for America Institute to discover how apprenticeship can help your business become a more competitive player and an employer of choice for a diverse pool of talented workers from a wide range of backgrounds. \nDon’t miss this free event! The day’s activities will include a regional networking opportunity and offer practical advice and insights for HR professionals\, leaders of manufacturing companies\, and anyone else who’s interested in learning how apprenticeship can build a diverse and dynamic talent pipeline filled with workers who are well prepared for the manufacturing jobs of today and tomorrow. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/creating-an-equitable-future-focused-manufacturing-workforce-with-apprenticeship/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Education/Training,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210218T145557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T145557Z
UID:13902-1615887000-1615892400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:International Trade Week Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Border Questions Answered by Experts\n2021 International Trade Week features 3 virtual sessions covering timely export topics\, best practices and a Can-Am leadership update. View All Sessions >>>\n \nFree to attend | Advance registration required | May attend 1\, 2 or all 3 days \nSession 3:\nCargo Crossing 101: Best Practices for Getting Cargo into the US\n \nSpeaker: \n\nUS Customs & Border Protection\n\nUSMCA/CUSMA\nEffective July 1\, 2020 and considered a “gold standard” of FTAs\, it builds on NAFTA’s foundation and brings some enhancements to the compliance process\n \nSpeaker: \n\nUS Customs & Border Protection\n\n  \nREGISTER>>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/international-trade-week-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Import/Export,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210218T145114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T145114Z
UID:13894-1615455000-1615460400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:International Trade Week Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Border Questions Answered by Experts\n2021 International Trade Week features 3 virtual sessions covering timely export topics\, best practices and a Can-Am leadership update. View All Sessions >>>\n \nFree to attend | Advance registration required | May attend 1\, 2 or all 3 days \nSession 2:\nCan-Am Leadership Border Briefing \nSpeakers: \n\nRose Brophy\, Director\, Buffalo Field Operations\, USCBP\, oversees 17 Upstate NY crossings\nKhawar Nasim\, Acting Consul General\, Consulate General of Canada in NY\n\nImmigration 101: Border-Crossing Updates from US & Canada\n \nSpeakers: \n\nRich Mistzal\, US Customs and Border Protection\nCyril Joseph\, Immigration\, Refugees & Citizenship Canada\n\n  \nREGISTER>>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/international-trade-week-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Import/Export,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210218T145112Z
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SUMMARY:UAlbany Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
DESCRIPTION:Technology and Science Job & Internship Fair (Spr. 2021)\n\nWednesday\, March 10th 2021\, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST\n\n  \nThe Office of Career & Professional Development would like to invite you to the Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs from March 3 to March 24\, 2021. The four industry specific Virtual Fairs are recruiting events attended by current UAlbany students and alumni. All students and alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the upcoming fairs. Pre-registration provides employers the opportunity to view student and alumni profiles\, message students to connect with you the day of each fair and schedule a 1 on 1\, or group sessions. \n\n\nDownload the Employer Flyer here>>  \nDownload the Students/Alumni Flyer here>> \n  \nCareer Fair Description \n\nThe Technology and Science Job & Internship Fair is for all students majoring in STEM degree programs\, and students interested in working in the STEM fields. The office of Career and Professional Development recommends you prepare for the virtual fair by: \n\nPre-register for the Fair: Employers get a chance to prescreen applicants and possibly make note of\, or message applicants they want to meet with\, or interview at the fair. Pre-registering does not guarantee that you will get noticed or messaged by employers\, but why would you not take advantage of such an easy step.\nResearch Registered Employers: Get a jump start by getting a list of the companies attending the fair and doing some research on each of the companies you want to connect with. With so much information about companies on the Web\, there is no excuse not to do your homework.\nComplete or Update Your Handshake Profile: Employers have the ability to view students’ profiles\, so updating your resume and the For Employers Only section will allow you to stand out.\nAttend Career Fair Prep Sessions: If you have never attended a virtual fair\, need assistance completing your Handshake profile\, or you need guidance on how to engage employers in a virtual fair.\n\nIf you need assistance registering for sessions or have any questions regarding the fair email career@albany.edu or attend one of the Virtual Fair Facts https://albany.joinhandshake.com/events \n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ualbany-spring-2021-virtual-career-fairs-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Education/Training,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210218T144636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T144643Z
UID:13874-1615282200-1615287600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:International Trade Week Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Border Questions Answered by Experts\n2021 International Trade Week features 3 virtual sessions covering timely export topics\, best practices and a Can-Am leadership update. View All Sessions >>>\n \nFree to attend | Advance registration required | May attend 1\, 2 or all 3 days \nSession 1:\nGetting COVID Related Products across the US Border: What Exporters Need to Know\nHear directly from officials who manage this process. \nSpeakers: \n\nUSCBP Pharmaceutical Center or Excellence & Expertise\nUS Food and Drug Administration (FDA)\nCTPAT Overview & Updates for 2021\n\nCustoms Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) is a program to work with the trade community to strengthen international supply chains and improve border security. \nSpeaker: \n\nUS Customs & Border Protection\n\n  \nREGISTER>>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/international-trade-week-day-1/
CATEGORIES:Import/Export,Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210218T144045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T155518Z
UID:13875-1614772800-1614794400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:UAlbany Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
DESCRIPTION:Business Job & Internship Fair (Spr 2021)\nWednesday\, March 3rd 2021\, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST\n\n  \nThe Office of Career & Professional Development would like to invite you to the Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fairs from March 3 to March 24\, 2021. The four industry specific Virtual Fairs are recruiting events attended by current UAlbany students and alumni. All students and alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the upcoming fairs. Pre-registration provides employers the opportunity to view student and alumni profiles\, message students to connect with you the day of each fair and schedule a 1 on 1\, or group sessions. \n\n\nDownload the Employer Flyer here>>  \nDownload the Students/Alumni Flyer here>> \nCareer Fair Description\n\nThe Business Job & Internship Fair is for all students majoring in Business degree programs\, other related fields\, and students interested in working in the business field. The office of Career and Professional Development recommends you prepare for the virtual fair by: \n\n\n\n\n\nPre-register for the Fair: Employers get a chance to prescreen applicants and possibly make note of\, or message applicants they want to meet with\, or interview at the fair. Pre-registering does not guarantee that you will get noticed or messaged by employers\, but why would you not take advantage of such an easy step.\nResearch Registered Employers: Get a jump start by getting a list of the companies attending the fair and doing some research on each of the companies you want to connect with. With so much information about companies on the Web\, there is no excuse not to do your homework.\nComplete or Update Your Handshake Profile: Employers have the ability to view students’ profiles\, so updating your resume and the For Employers Only section will allow you to stand out.\nAttend Career Fair Prep Sessions: If you have never attended a virtual fair\, need assistance completing your Handshake profile\, or you need guidance on how to engage employers in a virtual fair.\n\nIf you need assistance registering for sessions or have any questions regarding the fair\, email career@albany.edu or attend one of the Virtual Fair Facts https://albany.joinhandshake.com/events \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ualbany-spring-2021-virtual-career-fairs/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Education/Training,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210208T142933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T144248Z
UID:13669-1614679200-1614682800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Treasure Hunt: Let’s find energy savings!
DESCRIPTION:NYSERDA’s free Virtual Treasure Hunt can help you discover opportunities to save energy\, reduce waste\, decrease costs\, and improve strategies for indoor air quality.  \nVirtual Treasure Hunts provide one-on-one interaction with industry experts that can help save up to 10% of facility energy use in 10 days or less.  \nJoin us for this webinar to find out how to schedule a free Virtual Treasure Hunt and find “quick wins” to boost your facility’s sustainability.  You will hear directly from NYSERDA’s experts and participants on their experience\, and tips for engaging your organization to maximize the benefits.  \nREGISTER HERE>> \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/virtual-treasure-hunt-lets-find-energy-savings/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210201T203912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T204928Z
UID:13626-1614675600-1614679200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Ask the Experts: Pivoting Playbook
DESCRIPTION:Get connected\, develop leads and build relationships at our NetworkingPlus events – now in a virtual format! Our virtual NetworkingPlus will mirror the one-of-a-kind\, fast-paced networking event our members have come to know and love. We will be utilizing Zoom breakout rooms to provide “table rotations\,” to maximize the number of individuals you connect with. \nRe-connect virtually and discuss how you have adapted to doing business in a time of social distancing\, remote work\, something unexpected you’ve learned or done in the past year\, how your business has pivoted\, exciting news or updates from your organization! \nOur virtual NetworkingPlus will offer three breakout room rotations and a system designed to avoid repeat introductions. You are guaranteed to leave with new business contacts. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ask-the-experts-pivoting-playbook/
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210210T175640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T175902Z
UID:13763-1614092400-1614096000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in New York’s Transportation Sector
DESCRIPTION:Join NY-BEST for this one-hour webinar featuring New York State leaders who are spearheading efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the state’s transportation sector. \nNew York’s landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act\, enacted in 2019\, requires New York to reduce economy-wide GHG emissions 40 percent by 2030 and no less than 85 percent by 2050 from 1990 levels. This webinar will highlight the State’s on-going efforts aimed at achieving GHG emissions reductions in the transportation sector\, including the activities of the Climate Action Council Transportation Advisory Panel and the State’s development of a Clean Transportation Roadmap. \nAttendees will obtain a comprehensive understanding of clean transportation initiatives under way and/or being considered by the State\, as well as ways to participate in these efforts going forward. \nSpeakers: \nJared Snyder\, Deputy Commissioner\, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation\nAdam Ruder\, Assistant Director\, Clean Transportation\, NYSERDA \nCost:\nNY-BEST Members: FREE\nGovernment: FREE\nNon-Members: $50 \nNY-BEST Members: Please make sure you are logged into your NY-BEST account to receive the member rate \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions-in-new-yorks-transportation-sector/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Clean Energy,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210119T194334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T161754Z
UID:13550-1613577600-1613581200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:February: VentureB Virtual Pitch Presentation
DESCRIPTION:CEG coaches entrepreneurs in creating & delivering a presentation resulting in an open public pitch to regional investors & business leaders. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nVentureB is a quarterly program designed for entrepreneurs to gain visibility to the region’s angel and institutional investors\, business service providers\, advisers\, students\, faculty\, alumni and the early stage business community. \n  \n\n\nJoin us for a VentureB Virtual Presentation on Wednesday\, February 17th.\nFeaturing a Presentation by:  \nSMART Pad \nAgenda: \n4:00 – 4:10 PM | Welcome & Panel Introductions: Michael Lobsinger\, CEG\n4:10 – 4:30 PM | Presentation & Panel Q&A\n4:30 – 4:45 PM | Audience Q&A\n4:45 – 5:00 PM | Closing \n  \nAbout the presenting company:  \nSMART Pad is on the frontier of developing a revolutionary polishing pad for sub-7 nm-node semiconductor technology. Our unique & novel design will result in improved planarization\, a decrease in defects\, and a higher removal rate\, resulting in an increase yield & productivity. \n  \n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/february-ventureb-virtual-pitch-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship,Venture B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210112T150804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T145337Z
UID:13463-1613041200-1613044800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:The Path Forward: A Proactive Approach To Business Continuity Planning
DESCRIPTION:If the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed one thing to manufacturers\, it’s how unprepared most of us were for such an event. Companies producing everything from PPE and ventilators to anti-bacterial wipes and toilet paper were forced to react with little to no warning. The best lesson we can all take away from this is that\, going forward\, we should all take a much more proactive and strategic approach to running our businesses. \nREGISTER HERE>> \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/the-path-forward-a-proactive-approach-to-business-continuity-planning/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210208T150254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T151123Z
UID:13676-1612872000-1612875600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC: Understanding Worker's Compensation\, Disability and Personal Family Leave Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the employer responsibilities for Worker’s Compensation\, Disability and Personal Family Leave can be confusing for small businesses. In this presentation\, Neil Gilberg from the Worker’s Compensation Board will provide attendees with an overview of: \n \n• What are WC\, DB and PFL? (includes COVID-19 involvement) \n• Who needs it? / Who does not need it? \n• What is involved with DB and PFL? \n• How and when do you report an injury? (including COVID-19 impacts) \n• Independent contractor versus employee\, what companies need to consider? (includes on-site\, virtual staff\, in or out of state) \n• What are the penalties? What is debarment? Where do you go for 1 on 1 assistance on these and other issues or questions? \n• Different ways to lower your workers’ compensation premiums?\n\n\n \nRESGISTER HERE>>\n \n \n\nCheck out SBDC – UAlbany’s Digital Training Resources for small businesses.\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/understanding-workers-compensation-disability-and-personal-family-leave-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210128T184034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T184051Z
UID:13590-1612450800-1612454400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Transforming Flexible Wearable Medical Devices -- The Center for Advanced Microelectronics Manufacturing (CAMM)
DESCRIPTION:CNY Biotech Accelerator\, Upstate Medical University virtual series presentation: \nTransforming Flexible Wearable Medical Devices — The Center for Advanced Microelectronics Manufacturing (CAMM) \nA New York State Center of Advanced Technology Binghamton University\, State University of New York\n \nMark Poliks\, Director\, CAMM and Empire Innovation Professor of Engineering \nMark Schadt\, Associate Director\, CAMM \n  \n\nNextFlex Manufacturing USA designated Binghamton University as the New York “Node” for its flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) initiative in 2018.  As the New York Node\, Binghamton works in collaboration with NY State companies to design\, develop and fabricate a broad range of medical and industrial sensors using additive manufacturing processes.  CAMM’s R&D activities focus on design-for-manufacturing\, materials\, processing and reliability testing that enable small and large companies to succeed in their business and technical objectives.  The center trains and employs an advanced manufacturing workforce and builds on the region’s existing electronics manufacturing base.  As a NY State Center of Advanced Technology\, CAMM is committed to work on projects that deliver value to NYS companies.  Using examples from current projects\, this presentation will also highlight the capabilities\, partnerships and services that can be provided to startup companies.   \n  \nThis is a free virtual program. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.  \nREGISTER HERE>>  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/transforming-flexible-wearable-medical-devices-the-center-for-advanced-microelectronics-manufacturing-camm/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210126T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T204358Z
UID:13584-1612353600-1612357200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Food for Thought #7: 3D Printing of Ceramics with Lithoz America
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought: A Business & Product Development Virtual Luncheon Series. \nCeramic additive manufacturing (3D printing) opens doors to product development and small series manufacturing\, combined with functional complexity that was traditionally cost prohibitive for many applications. This talk will share the current state of the art of ceramic 3D printing and the types of applications where this large family of materials is finding use. \nCeramic materials play key roles in cars\, smartphones\, aircraft\, surgical tools\, dentistry\, and many other products\, but they are lesser known than plastics and metals because they are challenging to produce. Additive manufacturing simplifies ceramic development and production\, by eliminating tooling and machining\, and enabling shapes that were never before possible in these special materials. \nLithoz is the market leader in 3D printers and materials for advanced ceramic\, for use in aerospace\, medical\, dental\, energy\, and industrial applications. Lithoz America\, located in the Rensselaer Tech Park\, is the US branch of Lithoz GmbH from Vienna Austria. Lithoz America performs sales and support of systems\, materials & printing development and demonstration services\, and production of custom materials for printing. \nMr. Shawn Allan is Vice President of Lithoz America LLC\, which was established in 2017 to build and sell AM equipment to produce high-performance ceramic parts that are widely used in the electronics\, aerospace\, and biomedical industries. Mr. Allan has over 20 years of experience in ceramic processing\, technology development\, and additive manufacturing \nhttps://twitter.com/LithozAustria\nhttps://at.linkedin.com/company/lithoz-gmbh/ \n********************\nThe Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity offers direct engineering consultation as well as coaching\, advice\, risk-mitigation strategies and need-based referrals for product development startups. This program is a community based\, independent and public program. The ideal clients are those who are developing a physical product and need assistance in prototype development\, design for manufacturing\, scaling up\, or other related design and manufacturing problems. \nWith our makerspace and prototyping center\, you can meet with your incubation team\, fabricate your prototype\, and manufacture your product all in the same building. \nThe Manufacturing Incubator is a certified NYS Incubator and affiliated Innovate 518 Hotspot partner supported by the Empire State Development Division of Science\, Technology\, and Innovation (NYSTAR). \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/food-for-thought-7-3d-printing-of-ceramics-with-lithoz-america/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210122T154850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T172515Z
UID:13567-1611658800-1611662400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:GENERAL ADVICE AND POINTERS
DESCRIPTION:Let our experts teach you some simple\, but effective\, ways you can fortify your company against malicious cyber threats. \nTopics include: \n• Cybersecurity Standards\n• Internal training\n• Employee handbooks\n• Effective access control\n• Periodic review of your practices (audits) \n\nAttendees will also find out if they qualify for a New York State Cybersecurity Assistance Grant and our Self-Assessment Training Cohort. \nJoin the Cybersecurity Cohort \nIf you’re a manufacturer at any level of the Department of Defense Supply Chain\, you’re also invited to join our no-cost Cybersecurity Cohort: \n• Learn how to comply with the DFARS clause based on NIST 800-171 by taking a full course of guided training with convenient online instruction.\n• Get access to a cybersecurity expert during virtual office hours\n• Prepare to perform a cybersecurity self-assessment for DFARS compliance\n• Enjoy the advantage your organization will have when it comes time to implement CMMC\n• Eligible manufacturers within the Cohort will have the opportunity to receive 80% of the cost (up to a maximum of $6\,000) towards a personalized cybersecurity assessment \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/fuzehub-presents-general-advice-and-pointers/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T134500
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210112T214535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T214619Z
UID:13506-1610629200-1610631900@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:New COVID Relief Package Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Join KeyBank in partnership with the UpState New York Black Chamber of Commerce and LISC Western New York for an informational session focused on the New COVID Relief Package Thursday\, January 14th from 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. \nLearn about:  \n\nAvailable Funding\nEligibility\nDocuments to Prepare\nTimeline\nForgiveness Process\nPartners and Resources to Support You and Your Business\n\nPlease come prepared to ask any questions you may have as there will be an opportunity for Q&A.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\nAmanda Goyer\, Corporate Responsibility Officer\, KeyBank\nRyan Case\, Senior Vice President\, Market Manager\, Business Banking\, KeyBank\nTyra Johnson Hux\, Deputy Director\, Developer Education\, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)\n\n\nKeyBank has prepared and continues to update our website regarding the latest details on the Paycheck Protection Program. \n\n\n\n\nLogin Information for Virtual Meeting:  \nJoin from the meeting link:\nhttps://keybank.webex.com/keybank/j.php?MTID=md8280a823483cbeb427b247be2a8e5d4 \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin by meeting number  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting number (access code): 180 061 5099 \nMeeting password: xRTpFWka784 \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin by phone \n\n\n\n\n+1-415-655-0001 US Toll \n\n\n\n\n1-844-621-3956 US Toll Free \n\n\n\n\nGlobal call-in numbers | Toll-free calling restrictions \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin from a video system or application \n\n\n\n\nDial 1800615099@keybank.webex.com \n\n\n\n\nYou can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin using Microsoft Lync or Microsoft Skype for Business \n\n\n\n\nDial 1800615099.keybank@lync.webex.com \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nIf you are a host\, click here to view host information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNeed help? Go to https://help.webex.com \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/new-covid-relief-package-informational-session/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Funding,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20210105T205341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T205551Z
UID:13353-1610622000-1610625600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Business Recovery Workshop:  Market & Distribution Changes\,  Efficient Scale-Up\, Re-Hiring
DESCRIPTION:So your manufacturing operation was chugging along just fine\, then COVID hit. Now businesses are opening back up and you’re scrambling to get things going again. \nDo any of these sound familiar? \n\nYour supply chain was torn to shreds\nYour customer base dried up\nYour distribution network shifted their focus to critical items like PPE\nYou were forced to make cuts to your workforce\n\nLearn about available resources and “best practices” for business recovery from industry experts\, then network and share insight with other New York manufacturers during our virtual networking session. \n\n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/business-recovery-workshop-market-distribution-changes-efficient-scale-up-re-hiring/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201216T174911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T174945Z
UID:13284-1608289200-1608292800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Empire State Digital Retail Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:We are here to help With the latest restrictions being put in place to help keep us safe\, we know that our local retailers are struggling. Empire State Digital + Shopify have pulled together a team of experts to help your business setup an online store quickly! \nJoin us for a virtual round table! \nWe will have a panel of support team members ready to answer your questions about Shopify\, how you can get online easily\, and how Shopify and Empire State Digital can support you though your journey. \nReserve Your Seat Now: \nREGISTER HERE\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/empire-state-digital-retail-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201215T152532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T152716Z
UID:13253-1608127200-1608130800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Issues to Consider Before Fundraising: Financial Housekeeping for Startups
DESCRIPTION:2020 CONCEPT TO COMMERCIALIZATION VIRTUAL SERIES: ISSUES TO CONSIDER BEFORE FUNDRAISING – FINANCIAL HOUSEKEEPING FOR STARTUPS\nJohn Pennett\, Eisner Amper \nWednesday\, December 16\, 2:00 – 3:00 EST \nPlease join us for our final virtual CNYBAC C-2-C Presentation “Issues to Consider Before Fundraising: Financial Housekeeping for Startups\,” presented by John Pennett\, Partner\, Life Sciences Group and Technology Group\, Eisner Amper.  John will discuss key issues to consider before fundraising\, raising the right amount of capital\, what VCs look for in an investment opportunity\, and being “diligence ready.” \nThis is a free virtual program\, all are welcome.  Slides will be sent to all registrants in advance of the program. \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/issues-to-consider-before-fundraising-financial-housekeeping-for-startups/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201020T143207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T152345Z
UID:12779-1607673600-1607706000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:II International Virtual Trade Show AMCHAM Colombia
DESCRIPTION:Empire State Development (ESD) has partnered with the Colombian-American Chamber of Commerce to promote the “II International Virtual Trade Show”\, a multi-sector event that will bring together visitors and buyers from across Latin America looking for U.S. made goods and services being held December 9-11\, 2020. \nCompanies will have the opportunity to showcase their products in virtual trade booths\, join online educational seminars and schedule virtual one-on-one meetings with potential business prospects. This virtual trade show will be a great outlet for those New York companies who are looking to export or expand their presence in Colombia and the Latin American region. \n PARTICIPATING SECTORS \nAgro-industry\, Manufacturing\, Technology and Services \n STEP GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE \nFunding opportunities for this event are available through the Global NY State Trade Expansion Program(STEP). Registration costs for the virtual trade show and any translation services (if applicable) are covered under STEP and reimbursable up to 70% of total eligible costs. \nQUESTIONS? \nIf you have additional questions\, please call 212-803-2300 or email us at globalny@esd.ny.gov. \n  \nRegistration Deadline: November 13\, 2020 \nProgram: December 9\, 10 & 11\, 2020 \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ii-international-virtual-trade-show-amcham-colombia-2020-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Import/Export,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201113T141933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T141933Z
UID:12969-1607598000-1607601600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Manufacturing Reimagined: Crisis Workarounds: Alternate Materials\, Product Redesign\, & Remanufacturing
DESCRIPTION:When life throws you lemons\, you make lemonade. But when life throws you a pandemic\, what do you do? For manufacturers\, you have to figure out how to deal with supplier issues and changing market requirements. This could mean redesigning your product to utilize different materials or address new customer needs\, or it could mean you have to reuse and remanufacture components in order to meet demand. The current manufacturing landscape is extremely dynamic\, and developing some product workarounds can help navigate the crisis. \nRegister to Attend\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManufacturing Reimagined is a series of webinars and workshops to help manufacturers manage the challenges created by COVID-19\, emerge from the crisis more resilient and adaptable\, and prepare for future emergencies. \nThese virtual training and educational opportunities include topics such as emergency preparedness\, supply chain utilization during crisis\, cybersecurity and digitization\, equipment strategies for manufacturing resiliency\, and disaster recovery.
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/manufacturing-reimagined-crisis-workarounds-alternate-materials-product-redesign-remanufacturing/
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201020T143207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T152345Z
UID:12778-1607587200-1607619600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:II International Virtual Trade Show AMCHAM Colombia
DESCRIPTION:Empire State Development (ESD) has partnered with the Colombian-American Chamber of Commerce to promote the “II International Virtual Trade Show”\, a multi-sector event that will bring together visitors and buyers from across Latin America looking for U.S. made goods and services being held December 9-11\, 2020. \nCompanies will have the opportunity to showcase their products in virtual trade booths\, join online educational seminars and schedule virtual one-on-one meetings with potential business prospects. This virtual trade show will be a great outlet for those New York companies who are looking to export or expand their presence in Colombia and the Latin American region. \n PARTICIPATING SECTORS \nAgro-industry\, Manufacturing\, Technology and Services \n STEP GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE \nFunding opportunities for this event are available through the Global NY State Trade Expansion Program(STEP). Registration costs for the virtual trade show and any translation services (if applicable) are covered under STEP and reimbursable up to 70% of total eligible costs. \nQUESTIONS? \nIf you have additional questions\, please call 212-803-2300 or email us at globalny@esd.ny.gov. \n  \nRegistration Deadline: November 13\, 2020 \nProgram: December 9\, 10 & 11\, 2020 \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ii-international-virtual-trade-show-amcham-colombia-2020-12-10/
CATEGORIES:Import/Export,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201112T214948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T170923Z
UID:12963-1607536800-1607544000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Pitch Your Pivot LIVE Competition
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Your Pivot is a LIVE\, virtual competition sponsored by KeyBank Business\, Boost & Build\, featuring 5 finalists pitching to win $5\,000.\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nGrab dinner from your favorite local business and tune in for Pitch Your Pivot on Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020 from 6:00-8:00pm. \nFive finalists have been selected to deliver a pitch conveying how they have pivoted or saw an opportunity to modify their business during this challenging year of COVID-19. \nThe Winnings: \nTop Prize: $5\,000 \n2nd: $3\,000 \n3rd: $2\,000 \n4th & 5th: $1\,000 \n  \n\n\nAgenda: \n6:00 – 6:30pm | Welcome & Introductions \n6:30 – 7:15pm | Pitch Presentations & Judge Q&A \n7:15 – 7:30pm | Judges Deliberation/Audience Q&A \n7:30 – 7:35pm | Break \n7:35 – 7:45pm | Winners Announced \n7:45 – 8:00pm | Closing \n  \n\n\nTraining Sessions (Open to the Public): \nDuring the registration process you may select to attend these additional opportunities for business success: \n11/17/20 6:00-7:30 pm EST \nRevisiting Your Target Market: Has your business model pivoted? Use these tools to reevaluate your market size and customer profile so you can successfully tell your market story. \nAND \n11/24/20 6:00-7:30 pm EST \nMake Your Numbers Work For You: Plan for business success by understanding your profit & loss statement and balance sheet. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\nZoom links will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/pitch-your-pivot-live-competition/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201020T143207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T152345Z
UID:12775-1607500800-1607533200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:II International Virtual Trade Show AMCHAM Colombia
DESCRIPTION:Empire State Development (ESD) has partnered with the Colombian-American Chamber of Commerce to promote the “II International Virtual Trade Show”\, a multi-sector event that will bring together visitors and buyers from across Latin America looking for U.S. made goods and services being held December 9-11\, 2020. \nCompanies will have the opportunity to showcase their products in virtual trade booths\, join online educational seminars and schedule virtual one-on-one meetings with potential business prospects. This virtual trade show will be a great outlet for those New York companies who are looking to export or expand their presence in Colombia and the Latin American region. \n PARTICIPATING SECTORS \nAgro-industry\, Manufacturing\, Technology and Services \n STEP GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE \nFunding opportunities for this event are available through the Global NY State Trade Expansion Program(STEP). Registration costs for the virtual trade show and any translation services (if applicable) are covered under STEP and reimbursable up to 70% of total eligible costs. \nQUESTIONS? \nIf you have additional questions\, please call 212-803-2300 or email us at globalny@esd.ny.gov. \n  \nRegistration Deadline: November 13\, 2020 \nProgram: December 9\, 10 & 11\, 2020 \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ii-international-virtual-trade-show-amcham-colombia/
CATEGORIES:Import/Export,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20200901T203428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T133230Z
UID:12500-1607500800-1607533200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NY-BEST Energy Storage Technology and Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Consortium in partnership with the Southern Tier Clean Energy Incubator\, is hosting its Annual Energy Storage Technology and Innovation Conference on December 8-9\, 2020 as a virtual event! \nOriginally scheduled for October 2020 in Binghamton\, NY\, the Technology and Innovation Conference has been re-scheduled due to COVID-19. To ensure everyone’s safety\, and given continuing restrictions on in-person meetings and travel for many companies\, NY-BEST will host our Technology and Innovation Conference as a virtual conference.\nCONFERENCE OVERVIEW\nEnergy storage technologies have made great advances over the past ten years and new innovations are emerging every day as energy storage technologies play an increasingly important role in our electric grid\, transportation system and economy. \nThis unique conference will be held over two days and will include live and on-demand sessions on the latest innovations and technological advances in energy storage\, including:  \n\nEnergy storage technology innovations\nNew battery technologies\nBattery reuse\, recycling and sustainability\nInnovations in energy storage management systems\nExpanding market applications for energy storage\nAnd more!\n\nCONFERENCE FORMAT\nThe Conference will include: \n\nKeynote presentations from leading energy storage technology experts\nPanels and roundtable discussions highlighting energy storage innovation\nOpportunities for audience participation through Q&A with speakers and virtual networking.\nInteractive company exhibition area\nStudent poster session and contest\nStart-up company showcase\n\n  \nLEARN MORE HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ny-best-energy-storage-technology-and-innovation-conference-2020-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Clean Energy,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20200901T203428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T203459Z
UID:12493-1607414400-1607446800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NY-BEST Energy Storage Technology and Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Consortium in partnership with the Southern Tier Clean Energy Incubator\, is hosting its Annual Energy Storage Technology and Innovation Conference on December 8-9\, 2020 as a virtual event! \nOriginally scheduled for October 2020 in Binghamton\, NY\, the Technology and Innovation Conference has been re-scheduled due to COVID-19. To ensure everyone’s safety\, and given continuing restrictions on in-person meetings and travel for many companies\, NY-BEST will host our Technology and Innovation Conference as a virtual conference.\nCONFERENCE OVERVIEW\nEnergy storage technologies have made great advances over the past ten years and new innovations are emerging every day as energy storage technologies play an increasingly important role in our electric grid\, transportation system and economy. \nThis unique conference will be held over two days and will include live and on-demand sessions on the latest innovations and technological advances in energy storage\, including:  \n\nEnergy storage technology innovations\nNew battery technologies\nBattery reuse\, recycling and sustainability\nInnovations in energy storage management systems\nExpanding market applications for energy storage\nAnd more!\n\nCONFERENCE FORMAT\nThe Conference will include: \n\nKeynote presentations from leading energy storage technology experts\nPanels and roundtable discussions highlighting energy storage innovation\nOpportunities for audience participation through Q&A with speakers and virtual networking.\nInteractive company exhibition area\nStudent poster session and contest\nStart-up company showcase\n\n  \nLEARN MORE HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ny-best-energy-storage-technology-and-innovation-conference/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Clean Energy,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201125T143812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T143840Z
UID:13136-1606910400-1606914000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Food for Thought Virtual Luncheon #6: Packaging 101
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought # 6: Packaging 101 with Tucker Consulting\, LLC. \nDeveloping the packaging for your product can be just as involved as the product itself. Join us to hear from Mike Tucker of Tucker Consulting\, LLC to learn about different types of packaging\, material options\, and how to keep recyclability in mind. \nMike Tucker is a former VP of Sales and Engineering at Sonoco Plastics\, a global packaging solutions leader. During his 32 years with Sonoco he developed sales channels and manufacturing operations in several countries\, and has worked with major brands such as SC Johnson\, McDonalds\, and Kraft. His current venture\, Tucker Consulting\, focuses on assisting businesses with plastic-related projects and helping new business start-ups. \nThe Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity provides expert coaching and incubation across industries\, advisory services and support for product-related startups. For members launching entrepreneurial ventures\, we offer resources for product development through the Prototyping Center\, with its advanced manufacturing equipment and flexible workspace.  \n \n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/food-for-thought-virtual-luncheon-6-packaging-101/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201113T165735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T170706Z
UID:12983-1606240800-1606246200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:PITCH YOUR PIVOT: Make Your Numbers Work For You
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Your Pivot is a LIVE virtual competition sponsored by KeyBank Business\, Boost & Build\, featuring 5 finalists pitching to win $5\,000.  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining Sessions (Open to the Public): \n\n\nDuring the registration process you may select to attend these additional opportunities for business success: \n11/17/20 6:00-7:30 pm EST \nRevisiting Your Target Market: Has your business model pivoted? Use these tools to reevaluate your market size and customer profile so you can successfully tell your market story. \nAND \n11/24/20 6:00-7:30 pm EST \nMake Your Numbers Work For You: Plan for business success by understanding your profit & loss statement and balance sheet. \n\nMain Event \n\n12/9/20 6:00-8:00 pm EST \nLIVE Event: PITCH YOUR PIVOT Competition \nAbout this Event\n\n\nGrab dinner from your favorite local business and tune in for Pitch Your Pivot on Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020 from 6:00-8:00pm. \nFive finalists have been selected to deliver a pitch conveying how they have pivoted or saw an opportunity to modify their business during this challenging year of COVID-19. \nThe Winnings: \nTop Prize: $5\,000 \n2nd: $3\,000 \n3rd: $2\,000 \n4th & 5th: $1\,000 \n  \n\n\nAgenda: \n6:00 – 6:30pm | Welcome & Introductions \n6:30 – 7:15pm | Pitch Presentations & Judge Q&A \n7:15 – 7:30pm | Judges Deliberation/Audience Q&A \n7:30 – 7:35pm | Break \n7:35 – 7:45pm | Winners Announced \n7:45 – 8:00pm | Closing \n  \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>>\nZoom links will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/pitch-your-pivot-make-your-numbers-work-for-you/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201123T195011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T195011Z
UID:13065-1606215600-1606219200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Enemies and Attacks
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will go over the common external threats related to Cybersecurity and some of the methods these external players use in conducting cybersecurity attacks. Some of the external players to be discussed are opposing governments\, competitors\, hackers/hacking organizations and why they pursue the practice. \nAdditionally\, we will discuss the costs associated with defending an organization and individuals from cyber attacks plus a look at the risks associated with NOT defending yourself. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/enemies-and-attacks/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T141146
CREATED:20201110T182106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T182127Z
UID:12950-1606147200-1606150800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:MENTORSHIP: Change Your Work\, Change your Life\, and Change you
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nA great mentor is one of the most valuable assets startups can have. Mentor-mentee relationships are a powerful tool for startup companies wanting the best from its people\, and for professionals eager to perform at the highest levels. Mentors help us learn and push us to be better. \nIn this online event\, we will \n\nDiscuss best practices for building mentorship-mentee relationships and how to set and achieve measurable goals together\nLearn best practices for developing effective relationships with mentors and mentees\nSet measurable goals and create a plan to achieve them together\nProvide you with tools on how to find the best mentor for your startup\n\nHost: Maria Pidgeon\, Associate Director\, Innovate 518 / University at Albany \nModerator: Kathryn Cartini\, Co-founder / Partner\, Chloe Capital \nPanelists:\nEva Rhysing\, Co-founder / CEO\, United Aircraft Technologies\nReg Harnish\, Founder / CEO\, Slingshot Cyberventures\nDevin Breen\, Co-founder / VP\, CHAAsM\nJames Spencer\, President\, AGILE Systems\, Inc \nREGISTER HERE\nZoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event. \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/mentorship-change-your-work-change-your-life-and-change-you/
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship,Venture B
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