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SUMMARY:TVCOG Presents Food for Thought # 5: Prototyping for Mixed Reality Games with Velan Studios
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Incubator at TVCOG Presents Food for Thought # 5: Prototyping for Mixed Reality Games with Velan Studios\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought: A Business & Product Development Virtual Luncheon Series. What started as an experiment by a small team at Velan Studios ended up as their debut title\, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit! Starting as a “find the fun” experiment\, their team began the prototyping process for what would become a mixed-reality game partnership between Nintendo and Velan Studios right here at Tech Valley Center of Gravity! \n“Find the fun” in prototyping and join us for a special presentation from Velan Studios! Dan Doptis\, Jan-Erik Steel\, and Ed Tumbusch of Velan will discuss the challenges and the magic of their team’s three-year journey from ideation to prototype for the studios debut title\, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit! \nDan Doptis\, a Full Sail graduate\, has worked in the video game industry for over 16 years. He is credited as an engineer and designer on over 8 titles and most recently is credited with being the Game Director and co-inventor of Mario Kart Live Home Circuit. He has a passion for toy building and is named on several US patents related to hardware interaction within a video game. He currently works at Velan Studios as an engineer. \nGrowing up\, Ed Tumbusch always knew that he wanted to make video games. After graduating from the University of Nevada Reno with a degree in Computer Science\, he began his adventure in the game development world that has spanned 14 years\, 4 studios and over 12 shipped titles to date. Ed has always been an avid maker\, diving headfirst into 3D printing\, electronics building\, woodworking\, and drone racing. Today\, Ed is employed by Velan Studios where he can combine his game development experience with his love for tinkering. \nJan-Erik Steel has worked in the game industry for over 20 years\, and has been credited on over 15 console and handheld titles. His most recent role as Lead Programmer on Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit was a career highlight and a dream come true. Prior to joining the founding team at Velan Studios\, Jan-Erik was co-founder of Waypoint Labs\, an AR-centric startup that was awarded Grand Prizes at VR/AR challenges at the MIT Media Lab and an AT&T Developer Summit. He is named on several patents for physical toy-game interactions and touchscreen gameplay mechanics. \nVelan Studios was founded in 2016 with a mission to uncover the magic of breakthrough technology and design to deliver revolutionary gameplay experiences. Based in downtown Troy\, the team at Velan Studios is comprised of a diverse set of seasoned developers who have worked on multiple hit games and franchises; including Guitar Hero\, Rock Band\, Uncharted\, Destiny\, Skylanders\, Metroid\, Tony Hawk\, Donkey Kong Country\, and more. Velan’s first game\, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit\, was released in October of 2020 in partnership with Nintendo. \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\n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tvcog-presents-food-for-thought-5-prototyping-for-mixed-reality-games-with-velan-studios/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Education/Training,Game Development,Startups/Entrepreneurship,Workforce/Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T170000
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SUMMARY:Rensselaer to Host 9th Annual National Manufacturing Day
DESCRIPTION:Virtual event will allow high school students and educators to explore critical role of manufacturing\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted how a nimble and innovative manufacturing sector can address some of humanity’s most pressing and emergent needs — from the production of masks and shields to the biomanufacturing of therapeutics. \n\nBeginning on Monday\, November 2\, high school students from across the region will have an opportunity to explore some of the wide-ranging potentials of manufacturing during the 9th Annual National Manufacturing Day celebration at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. \n\nDue to the current pandemic\, students will be transported to the Rensselaer campus and local manufacturing facilities through virtual field trips during a week-long event that ends with a virtual panel discussion Friday\, November 6. \n\n“Each year we look forward to welcoming students to Rensselaer’s beautiful campus and the state-of-the-art facilities\, and sharing with them our passion and expertise in advanced manufacturing\,” said Shekhar Garde\, Dean of the School of Engineering at Rensselaer. “This year is especially important because the global pandemic has underscored the importance of applying science and engineering to everything we do\, including manufacturing solutions from PPEs to therapeutics and vaccines.” \n\nDuring one of the virtual tours\, students and educators will have an opportunity to see the Manufacturing Innovation Learning Lab (MILL) at Rensselaer\, where staff have been manufacturing critical face shields for the protection of frontline health care workers. \n\n“The pandemic has caused us to rethink the way we use and share our resources\,” said Sam Chiappone\, who is leading the face shield manufacturing effort at Rensselaer as the director of the MILL. “This is a great example of how resilient and flexible manufacturing can respond to immediate needs and contribute to the common good.” \n\nParticipants will also have the chance to virtually visit Simmons Machine Tool\, Ross Valve\, Ross Precision Machining\, or Industrial Tool & Die\, where they will get an up-close look at various manufacturing machines and processes\, and learn how these local companies have adapted to meet the needs of modern manufacturing. Students and educators will be provided with questions to reflect upon during each of the two tours. \n\nQuestions that students come up with throughout the virtual experiences can be shared on Friday\, November 6 at 9 or 10:30AM during two live virtual panel discussions with Rensselaer undergraduate and graduate engineering students\, and representatives from the local manufacturing companies they virtually toured. Reporters are also invited to virtually attend either panel discussion. \n\n“While the pandemic poses many challenges\, this virtual National Manufacturing Day event allows us to offer this educational opportunity to an unlimited number of students without\ngeographical constraints\,” said Elizabeth Herkenham\, the education outreach director for the School of Engineering at Rensselaer. \n\nThe Rensselaer National Manufacturing Day celebration is being presented by the MILL\, the Rensselaer School of Engineering Educational Outreach Department\, and Multimedia Services at Rensselaer. \n\nEducators who would like to register for their class to participate can do so before Wednesday\, November 4 by contacting School of Engineering Outreach Department at soeoutreach@rpi.edu. \n  \nLEARN MORE HERE>>
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/rensselaer-to-host-9th-annual-national-manufacturing-day/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Education/Training,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T083000
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SUMMARY:AIM Cybersecurity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About:\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the facts about the 2020 Cybersecurity Assistance Grant and Cybersecurity Cohort from our expert panelists. You’ll learn how to become compliant with the DFARS clause that’s based on NIST SP 800-171 requirements. You’ll also become familiar with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Financial assistance is available for qualifying companies. \nWhen:\nOctober 28\, 2020 – 8:30AM to 1:30PM \nLocation: \nMVCC Rome Campus\n1101 Floyd Ave.\nRome\, NY  13440 \nMVCC’s Rome Campus\, located at 1101 Floyd Ave.\, consists of the John D. Plumley Complex in honor of former Oneida County Executive John D. Plumley\, a major proponent of MVCC operating a campus in Rome. This building features modern classroom and meeting spaces\, including state-of-the-art labs for our Surgical Technology and hospitality programs. \nThe event will be held in Room PC150. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/aim-cybersecurity-workshop/
LOCATION:MVCC Rome Campus\, 1101 Floyd Ave.\, Rome\, NY\, 13440
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T120000
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Webinar : Industry Standards and Practices
DESCRIPTION:Does Your Organization Make the Grade?\nCybersecurity benchmarks are constantly changing to adapt to new threats. If you’re a busy manufacturer\, it can be hard to keep up. Take the first step toward staying current by registering for “Industry Standards and Requirements\,” the second webinar in our 2020 Cybersecurity Assistance Grant series. \nThis webinar will introduce the key Cyber Security Industry Standards and Requirements with special attention to those applicable to working with the US Department of Defense (consideration for being awarded DoD contracts).  Included will be an introduction to the key cybersecurity documents/concepts/certifications\, how they relate to one another\, and what contractors to the DoD will need to do.   \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nNIST Special Publication 800-171 governing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in Non-Federal Information Systems and Organizations\nCybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) version 1.0 released by the Department of Defense in January of 2020.\nDefense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) which contains guidelines for DoD agencies to use in selecting contractors/vendors\n\n\n\n\n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/cybersecurity-webinar-industry-standards-and-practices/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T163000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Pecha Kucha by Innovation Garage
DESCRIPTION:Join Troy Innovation Garage for a virtual Pecha Kucha event featuring presentations from four Garage members! \n\nAbout this Event\nOn Wednesday\, October 21 at 3:30 p.m.\, Troy Innovation Garage will host a virtual Pecha Kucha event for members\, friends and the general public to tune into. Four Garage members will present a slideshow on a topic of their choice –and in typical Pecha Kucha fashion\, will do so only showing visuals on the screen and talking the audience through the presentation. 20 images\, 20 seconds per slide. That’s it! \nVirtual Pecha Kucha speakers: \nZac Conley\, Cresa Albany \nJesse Gardner\, Plasticmind//design \nJessica Hansen\, Jessica Hansen Consulting \nJahkeen Hoke\, South End Development; 4th Family \nOur team invites you to attend this fun and engaging event via Zoom to get to know our members and have an opportunity to network and connect with other individuals following the presentations. Please RSVP to this free event via Eventbrite and join us virtually on October 21! Everyone is welcome to attend. \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/virtual-pecha-kucha-by-innovation-garage/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201016T083000
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SUMMARY:Fuzehub Virtual Manufacturing Day
DESCRIPTION:Fuzehub Virtual NYS Manufacturing Day 2020 is an on-line event that will celebrate manufacturers from across New York State and highlight the pathways students can take toward manufacturing careers. Help jumpstart the next generation’s interest in Manufacturing. #MFGDay20\n\nAbout NYS Manufacturing Day 2020\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFuzeHub\, the statewide New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NYMEP) center\, is hosting this half-day event and working closely with event partners at the Advanced Institute for Manufacturing (AIM)\, Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC)\, and the Manufacturing and Technology Resource Consortium (MTRC). In addition to AIM and MTRC\, participating MEP Centers from across New York State include: \n\nAlliance for Manufacturing and Technology (AM&T)\nCenter for Economic Growth (CEG)\nIndustrial Technology Assistance Corporation (ITAC)\nManufacturing and Technology Enterprise Center (MTEC)\nTrain\, Development\, Optimize (TDO)\n\nBy recognizing NYS manufacturers and building awareness of available educational and training opportunities\, NYS Manufacturing Day 2020 will benefit companies\, community leaders\, educators\, high school and college students as well as economic development and manufacturing associations from across New York State. Don’t miss this opportunity to share what’s great about working for your company\, or to prepare yourself or your students for a career in manufacturing! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSCHEDULE DETAILS\n\nTo ensure safe\, physical distancing during the age of COVID-19\, NYS Manufacturing Day 2020 will use an on-line platform called Remo that provides event participants with a virtual experience modeled after the real-world.\nRemo’s virtual conference hall supports face-to-face video conversations and includes tables\, chairs\, and a stage for speakers.\nHigh school and college students\, teachers\, and guidance counselors can ask manufacturers what it’s like to work in industry and learn about opportunities to get the training and education that’s needed for a career in manufacturing.\n\n  \nLearn More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/nys-manufacturing-day-2020/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Education/Training,Manufacturing,Workforce/Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T120000
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SUMMARY:PPE Self-Assessment and Forecasting Tool Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an easy way to determine what type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) you need\, forecast required quantities\, and manage your PPE inventory?  \nJoin us on October 14 to learn about the intuitive PPE Self-Assessment and Forecasting tool that we have developed for the manufacturing community. \n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of NYMEP’s PPE Assistance COVID Recovery Initiative\, this session is presenter by Bhupesh Mulchandani\, PPE Procurement Lead at ITAC. \n  \n\n\n\n\nAttend this webinar to learn about:  \n\nThe purpose of the PPE Assessment tool\nHow to use the Self-Assessment Guide\nThe OSHA Hierarchy of Controls and Risk Levels\nChoosing the proper PPE for your particular business\nForecasting your PPE needs\nManaging your inventory and PPE orders using the tool\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n Learn More About the Program Here>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ppe-self-assessment-and-forecasting-tool-webinar/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T163000
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SUMMARY:Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Bootstrapping entails growing your business by relying on your own savings & revenue\, requiring a mix of being frugal\, innovative & agile. \nEver wonder how successful entrepreneurs have used their own money to start their businesses? \nJoin us for a free Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series & discover tactics to Re-Invest Your Way to Success! \nSession 1: September 29 | 3:30-4:30\n12 Things to Know When Deciding to Bootstrap Your Business \nSession 2: October 6 | 3:30-4:30\nBootstrapping in Action – Hear from an Entrepreneur \nSession 3: October 13 | 3:30-4:30\nTactics & Techniques to Successfully Bootstrap Your Business \nSpeakers: \nMatt Scarchilli\, CEO @Winning Process\, LLC\, has over fifteen years of leadership\, sales management\, coaching and mentoring of business professional’s experience. He works with organizations of all sizes to develop strong sales teams\, create better hiring practices and lead their organizations more effectively. \nTrent Griffin-Braff\, Owner @Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle\, is a serial entrepreneur focused on creating opportunities & being a resource for others. He has grown his business from a hotel-based transportation agency in 2016 to a 100% customizable shuttle service for any sort of transportation service needed. \n\n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bootstrapping-workshop-3-part-series-2020-10-13/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T120000
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Reimagined: Supply Chain Part II: Reshoring - Using Total Cost to Buy and Sell Smarter
DESCRIPTION:For many NY manufacturers\, it has never been more evident that offshoring products can carry a great deal of cost and risk. Nationally renowned reshoring expert\, Harry Moser\, will discuss the benefits of reshoring and calculating your product’s total cost of ownership. He will show that 20 to 30% of what is now imported would be produced or sourced here more profitably. Tune in to find the tools to help you source smarter and also sell smarter when competing with imports. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\nWhy manufacturing more products in the US really can be the best economic decision for your company. \n\n\nWhat factors contribute to your product’s TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) \n\n\nHow to pick products to reshore \n\n\nHow to find and sell to new customers who import what you produce \n\n\n  \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. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/manufacturing-reimagined-supply-chain-part-ii-reshoring-using-total-cost-to-buy-and-sell-smarter/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T130000
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SUMMARY:TVCOG Presents Food for Thought #4: Super-Connecting in COVID and After
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought: A Business & Product Development Virtual Luncheon Series.\n\n\nThe next big idea can’t thrive without help from others\, and making the right connections can be a major hurdle for those who are most comfortable laboring away in the workshop or lab. This session will help you become a “super-connector\,” improving the quantity and quality of your connections. \nJoshua D. Koss\, Esq\, is a startup attorney at The Towne Law Firm\, P.C. Previously the owner of a real estate startup in Troy\, he owes his success to his passion for making the right connections and helping others to do the same. \n\n  \n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tvcog-presents-food-for-thought-super-connecting-in-covid-and-after/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions,Business Networking,Manufacturing,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T163000
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CREATED:20200826T180149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T182119Z
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SUMMARY:Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Bootstrapping entails growing your business by relying on your own savings & revenue\, requiring a mix of being frugal\, innovative & agile. \nEver wonder how successful entrepreneurs have used their own money to start their businesses? \nJoin us for a free Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series & discover tactics to Re-Invest Your Way to Success! \nSession 1: September 29 | 3:30-4:30\n12 Things to Know When Deciding to Bootstrap Your Business \nSession 2: October 6 | 3:30-4:30\nBootstrapping in Action – Hear from an Entrepreneur \nSession 3: October 13 | 3:30-4:30\nTactics & Techniques to Successfully Bootstrap Your Business \nSpeakers: \nMatt Scarchilli\, CEO @Winning Process\, LLC\, has over fifteen years of leadership\, sales management\, coaching and mentoring of business professional’s experience. He works with organizations of all sizes to develop strong sales teams\, create better hiring practices and lead their organizations more effectively. \nTrent Griffin-Braff\, Owner @Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle\, is a serial entrepreneur focused on creating opportunities & being a resource for others. He has grown his business from a hotel-based transportation agency in 2016 to a 100% customizable shuttle service for any sort of transportation service needed. \n\n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bootstrapping-workshop-3-part-series-2020-10-06/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201006T120000
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CREATED:20200916T212727Z
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Reimagined: Supply Chain Part I: New Supplier Validation & Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:As a manufacturer\, when one of your suppliers has an issue getting you components\, it can create problems. When that problem gets compounded by a global pandemic\, the results can be catastrophic. Whether it’s your direct supplier\, or second\, third\, or forth tier suppliers\, the issue is further intensified as other manufacturers are demanding the same parts or services. That’s the state of affairs we’re currently experiencing in this pandemic. \nMore and more companies are looking to add new vendors to their supply chain\, and the question becomes how can you validate suppliers and make sure your final selection will help to mitigate future risk? \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. \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/manufacturing-reimagined-supply-chain-part-i-new-supplier-validation-best-practices/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201002T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200825T144730Z
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Day 2020
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nLaunched annually on the first Friday in October with events that continue throughout the month\, MFG Day helps show the reality of modern manufacturing careers by encouraging thousands of companies and educational institutions around the nation to open their doors to students\, parents\, teachers and community leaders. MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations thrive. \nMFG Day is an initiative of The Manufacturing Institute\, with the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association as a founding partner. The Institute grows and supports the manufacturing industry’s skilled workers for the advancement of modern manufacturing. The Institute’s diverse initiatives support women\, veterans\, students and workers through skills training programs\, community building and supporting the advancement of their career in manufacturing. As the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers\, the Institute is a trusted adviser to manufacturers\, equipping them with resources necessary to solve the industry’s toughest challenges. \nLearn More & Register an Event >> \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/manufacturing-day-2020/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200813T135633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T140819Z
UID:12291-1601458200-1601472600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NYSTAR Innovation Asset Showcase | 2 Day Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:New York State offers unparalleled resources for helping new and existing businesses become more competitive through the use of innovative technologies. Every day\, New York State Centers of Excellence\, Centers for Advanced Technology\, Manufacturing Extension Partnership centers\, and high-tech incubators work hand in hand with companies to accelerate technologies\, transform production capabilities\, and chart the future of strategic and emerging industries. These webinars\, each focused on a different industry cluster\, presents many of these innovation assets and the businesses they are collaborating with. Whether you’re a start-up\, a technology developer\, or an established manufacturer\, join us to learn more about how you can leverage the capabilities and expertise supported by Empire State Development’s Division of Science\, Technology & Innovation (NYSTAR). \nSeptember 29th & 30th from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>> \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/nystar-innovation-asset-showcase-2-day-virtual-event-2020-09-30/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200826T180149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T182119Z
UID:12376-1601393400-1601397000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Bootstrapping entails growing your business by relying on your own savings & revenue\, requiring a mix of being frugal\, innovative & agile. \nEver wonder how successful entrepreneurs have used their own money to start their businesses? \nJoin us for a free Bootstrapping Workshop 3-Part Series & discover tactics to Re-Invest Your Way to Success! \nSession 1: September 29 | 3:30-4:30\n12 Things to Know When Deciding to Bootstrap Your Business \nSession 2: October 6 | 3:30-4:30\nBootstrapping in Action – Hear from an Entrepreneur \nSession 3: October 13 | 3:30-4:30\nTactics & Techniques to Successfully Bootstrap Your Business \nSpeakers: \nMatt Scarchilli\, CEO @Winning Process\, LLC\, has over fifteen years of leadership\, sales management\, coaching and mentoring of business professional’s experience. He works with organizations of all sizes to develop strong sales teams\, create better hiring practices and lead their organizations more effectively. \nTrent Griffin-Braff\, Owner @Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle\, is a serial entrepreneur focused on creating opportunities & being a resource for others. He has grown his business from a hotel-based transportation agency in 2016 to a 100% customizable shuttle service for any sort of transportation service needed. \n\n \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/bootstrapping-workshop-3-part-series/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200813T135633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T140819Z
UID:12287-1601371800-1601386200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NYSTAR Innovation Asset Showcase | 2 Day Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:New York State offers unparalleled resources for helping new and existing businesses become more competitive through the use of innovative technologies. Every day\, New York State Centers of Excellence\, Centers for Advanced Technology\, Manufacturing Extension Partnership centers\, and high-tech incubators work hand in hand with companies to accelerate technologies\, transform production capabilities\, and chart the future of strategic and emerging industries. These webinars\, each focused on a different industry cluster\, presents many of these innovation assets and the businesses they are collaborating with. Whether you’re a start-up\, a technology developer\, or an established manufacturer\, join us to learn more about how you can leverage the capabilities and expertise supported by Empire State Development’s Division of Science\, Technology & Innovation (NYSTAR). \nSeptember 29th & 30th from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE>> \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/nystar-innovation-asset-showcase-2-day-virtual-event/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200916T181234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T181345Z
UID:12542-1600945200-1600948800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:NYS Manufacturers: Tips To Implement Safety Measures Without Sacrificing Productivity
DESCRIPTION:Experts in process manufacturing discuss how small and medium sized manufacturers can affordably make their workplaces safer\, with minimal impact to employee morale\, productivity\, and profitability. Learn about the science behind the methods\, so you can make the best decisions for your company. \nWhat you will learn: \n\n\nLatest CDC guidelines and how they could impact your company.\nSeparating myth from fact.\n5 ways to use existing technology to make your workplace safer without negative impacts to productivity or morale.\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/nys-manufacturers-tips-to-implement-safety-measures-without-sacrificing-productivity/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200312T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T190716Z
UID:9963-1600880400-1600891200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Tech Valley Business Hall of Fame - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Junior Achievement\, in partnership with the Center for Economic Growth\, honors men and women for their innovation in business and community involvement. The Tech Valley Business Hall of Fame induction is one of the highest honor upon business leaders in our community. \nThey are chosen because they have made outstanding contributions to free enterprise and have set new standards for future business leaders while serving as role models for young people. Their accomplishments demonstrate business excellence\, courageous thinking and actions\, vision and innovation\, and community mindedness. \n2020 Inductees:\n-Gary Dake\, President of Stewart’s Shops\n-Jane Golub\, Golub Corporation\, 1938-2019\n-Ken Raymond\, Founder & CEO of Prime Companies \nInfo/Register>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tech-valley-business-hall-fame/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200803T195823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T181230Z
UID:12177-1600862400-1600866000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC | Getting Started with YouTube
DESCRIPTION:An introductory session designed to assist you with getting started with YouTube to promote your business. During the webinar\, Greg Chanese will take you through YouTube while providing you with an overview of how to best utilize the platform for marketing your business including: \n• Creating your profile page \n• Building followers \n• Creating your posts \n• Utilizing calls to action \n• Media features \n• Tips/Tricks \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sdbc-getting-started-with-youtube/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200916T182446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T183128Z
UID:12557-1600772400-1600776000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:2020 Cybersecurity Assistance Grant
DESCRIPTION:Whether you have a tier one manufacturing contract with the Department of Defense\, or you’ve been subcontracted to make gaskets all the way down the supply chain\, you will soon be required to meet the standards of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. \nJoin speakers Cory Albrecht\, Everton H. Henriques and Paul LaPorte for an introductory conversation on cybersecurity at 11 a.m. on Thursday\, September 22. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nWhat cybersecurity myths have you fallen for?\nWhat misconceptions may you have?\nHow can you be proactive\, not reactive?\nAn introduction to Mohawk Valley Community College and FuzeHub’s 2020 Cybersecurity Assistance Grant. This opportunity will allow DoD manufacturers in NYS to join a Cohort\, where participants will learn how to become compliant with the DFARS clause based on the NIST SP 800-171 document requirements\, as well as to become familiar with the CMMC. From the cohort\, eligible DoD manufacturers will have the opportunity to receive funding to be used towards a personalized cybersecurity assessment.\n\nOur expert speakers will show your company how to begin readying yourself to meet these standards and what resources are available to those who need further assistance making the grade. \nThis webinar is part one of a five-part series hosted by Mohawk Valley Community College’s Advanced Institute for Manufacturing and FuzeHub. \nSep 22nd – Intro to Cybersecurity\nOct 27th – Industry Standards and Requirements\nNov 24 – Enemies and Attacks\nDec 15th – The Threat at Home\nJan 26th – General Advice and Pointers \nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/2020-cybersecurity-assistance-grant/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200630T211951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200728T212815Z
UID:11822-1600678800-1600682400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtables via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at an Industry Roundtable on July 27\, August 10\, or September 21 focused on employer opportunities with the Apprenticeship Programs at SUNY. The discussion will include an in-depth overview of the SUNY Apprenticeship Program (SAP) which is state funded and focuses on Advanced Manufacturing\, IT\, Healthcare\, and Other non-construction opportunities\, and the NY College Apprenticeship Network (NYCAN) supported by the US Department of Labor which concentrates solely on Advanced Manufacturing.   \nOpportunities for how employers can become involved will be discussed and ample time allotted for discussion and Q&A.   \n\n \n  \n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 10 AM  | Monday\, July 27\, 2020 | Monday\, August 10\, 2020 | Monday\, September 21\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \nThe NY College Apprenticeship Network is paid for by a $7.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor\, Employment and Training Administration\, administered by the Research Foundation for the State University of NY.\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/statewide-apprenticeship-opportunity-industry-roundtables-via-zoom-2020-09-21/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Workforce/Talent
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200803T195649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T181407Z
UID:12174-1600257600-1600261200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC | Getting Started with Twitter
DESCRIPTION:An introductory session designed to assist you with getting started with Twitter to promote your business. During the webinar\, Greg Chanese will take you through Twitter while providing you with an overview of how to best utilize the platform for marketing your business including: \n• Creating your profile page \n• Building followers \n• Creating your posts \n• Utilizing calls to action \n• Media features \n• Tips/Tricks \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sdbc-getting-started-with-twitter/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200810T182756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T182756Z
UID:12226-1599672600-1599685200@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Capital Region Chamber Entrepreneur Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Classes will be conducted virtually/online and the program kicks-off on Wednesday\, September 9\, 2020. If you are interested in enrolling or want to learn more\, contact Laura Mann\, Vice President\, Business Growth. \nThe Entrepreneur Boot Camp is an award-winning 60-hour intensive training program that guides would-be entrepreneurs and existing businesses through the step-by-step process of starting\, operating and managing a business. The program is held two nights per week over the course of 12 weeks. \nThe Fall 2020 classes will be held virtually on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 – 9 p.m. \nEach session features business experts addressing topics critical to the growth of successful enterprises including accounting\, legal\, market research\, real estate\, taxes\, insurance\, payroll\, cash flow\, marketing\, social media and more. \nParticipants develop a business plan\, and toward the end of the course present the plan to a panel of judges. The winners of the business plan competition receive a $3\,000 cash grant from Sunmark Credit Union\, a $1\,500 cash grant from supporting sponsor\, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP\, a one-year Chamber membership\, office equipment from Repeat Business Systems\, an education package from Schenectady County Community College and two computer training courses from MicroKnowledge. \nShopRite is sponsoring scholarships for veterans to receive 50% off the tuition cost. \nSUNY Schenectady County Community College and the Capital Region Chamber have a unique agreement that allows students enrolled in their Business Administration A.A.S. Program or the Entrepreneurship Certificate to take the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Boot Camp for college credit\, listed as Business Plan Development (BUS 252). \nE-mail Laura Mann or call 518.431.1430 to learn more. \nRegister >>
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/capital-region-chamber-entrepreneur-boot-camp/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200825T173340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T173457Z
UID:12352-1599660000-1599663600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Workplace Safety Webinar: Ventilation Impacts on Indoor Aerosol Transport and Current HVAC Recommendations for Re-Opening Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Please join your colleagues throughout the MEP National Network on Wednesday\, September 9th 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT for a webinar hosted by NIST MEP working with the NIST Engineering Lab focused on ventilation impacts on indoor aerosol transport and current HVAC recommendations for re-opening buildings. \nThe presentations will describe how building ventilation rates and other important building airflows impact the fate and transport of indoor aerosols. These airflows\, specifically mechanical ventilation\, infiltration and natural ventilation\, and the factors that impact them will be discussed\, along with the potential range of their values in both residential and commercial buildings. Strategies for reducing aerosol exposures using airflow will also be reviewed. Following that general discussion\, several recent recommendations from industry groups and other authorities for using HVAC systems to reduce viral exposures will be discussed. \nSign Up & Register Here>>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/workplace-safety-webinar-ventilation-impacts-on-indoor-aerosol-transport-and-current-hvac-recommendations-for-re-opening-buildings/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Growth Solutions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200803T195104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T181438Z
UID:12169-1599652800-1599656400@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC | Getting Started with Instagram
DESCRIPTION:An introductory session designed to assist you with getting started with Instagram to promote your business. During the webinar\, Greg Chanese will take you through Instagram while providing you with an overview of how to best utilize the platform for marketing your business including: \n \n• Creating your profile page \n• Building followers \n• Creating your posts \n• Utilizing calls to action \n• Media features \n• Tips/Tricks \n\n\n \nREGISTER HERE >>\n \n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sdbc-getting-started-with-instagram/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200826T200705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T200932Z
UID:12408-1599048000-1599051600@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:TVCOG Presents Food for Thought # 3: Using Augmented Reality (AR) in Product Development\, featuring Jeff Zemsky.
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought: A Business & Product Development Virtual Luncheon Series. \nJeff Zemsky\, Senior Director of Product Management in the Windchill team at PTC will join us to discuss how Augmented Reality (AR) can provide methods to help throughout the product design process from design reviews to manufacturing operations through sales. \nPrior to joining PTC\, Jeff spent 16 years implementing and using PLM\, CAD and CAE at Industrial\, High Tech and Consumer Products companies including Plug Power and Garden Way. \nJeff attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Lehigh University. \nThe format will be an informal discussion\, with audience question and answer. \nAbout PTC: \n•We don’t just imagine a better world\, we help to create it. \n•Our technology helps industrial companies to create value for themselves\, their customers\, and the world. From hospital equipment with increased uptime and a spacesuit that is just as durable at half the weight\, to more sustainable buildings and more efficient manufacturing—each improvement our technology helps to create\, makes our world a better place. \n•Starting from our history of CAD with Pro/Engineer PTC has become a global leader through a combination of our Augmented Reality\, Industrial IoT\, PLM and CAD solutions\, PTC technology has helped our customers deliver better products and processes. \nFor more information about PTC and their technology\, visit www.ptc.com. \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 \n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/tvcog-presents-food-for-thought-3-using-augmented-reality-ar-in-product-development-featuring-jeff-zemsky/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200831T134042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T134420Z
UID:12484-1599044400-1599048900@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Moving Manufacturing Production from Offshore to Domestic Webinar
DESCRIPTION:When a company decides to return production of an item from an international location to the United States\, there are many factors to take into account before manufacturing can begin. \nSome top level executives may think they can call to “Move production from China to the US!” and make the change quickly. In reality\, there is considerable engineering effort\, tooling and assembly expenses\, and time required to move production from a global producer to a U.S. production facility. \nThe primary focus is the need to redesign the product\, or at least significant aspects of the product. Moving production back to the U. S. highlights global differences in: \n\nProduct specifications\nLabor practices\nWork preferences\nRequirements for ergonomic assembly\nFactory practices\nWork ethic\nSupply chain logistics\n\nThe resulting impact to the product involves product cost\, methods of assembly\, regulatory agencies\, available materials and fabrication techniques\, different material and labor costs\, and different warranty and field reliability impact. \nJoin IMEC and Advanced Automations to learn the differences in producing domestic vs. international\, reasons for the differences\, and how to turn the return to domestic production into an opportunity for a better and more profitable product. \nCost: FREE!  A recording of the webinar will be available for download at the IMEC Coronavirus: Update page. \nPresenter: Errin Gnadinger\, Founder and Chief Technology Officer  |  Advanced Automations\, LLC \nContact Name: Emily Lee |  Contact Phone: 608-445-4905  |  Contact Email: elee@imec.org \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \nUnable to attend the live webinar?  A recording of the webinar will be available for download at the IMEC Coronavirus: Update page. \nPresented in partnership with: \n\n  \nPresented with support from: \n \n  \nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/moving-manufacturing-production-from-offshore-to-domestic-webinar/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200803T194659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T181505Z
UID:12163-1598443200-1598446800@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC  | Getting Started with Facebook
DESCRIPTION:An introductory session designed to assist you with getting started with Facebook to promote your business. During the webinar\, Greg Chanese will take you through Facebook while providing you with an overview of how to best utilize the platform for marketing your business including: \n• Creating your profile page \n• Building followers \n• Creating your posts \n• Utilizing calls to action \n• Media features\n• Tips/Tricks \nREGISTER HERE >>\n  \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sdbc-getting-started-with-facebook/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200824T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200824T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200728T180041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T205546Z
UID:12104-1598277600-1598283000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:Industry 4.0\, IoT\, & The Post Covid-19 Manufacturing Landscape
DESCRIPTION:New Technologies And Valuable Insights To Thrive Through Challenges \nImplementing the next generation of manufacturing technologies is critical to thriving in the age of social distancing.  Remote work and social distancing will be around for the foreseeable future. Advances in flexible manufacturing\, internet of things\, and predictive maintenance can allow production to continue and thrive under these conditions.  \nThe conference will be an opportunity to hear from experts in several areas of Industry 4.0 as well as networking at breakout tables where you can share lessons learned and also learn from other manufacturers with similar experiences.  How did you manage in the post COVID landscape?  We want to hear from you! Along with the added benefit of learning about the great Industry 4.0 resources available in NY State.    \nFor our second event in the Manufacturing Reimagined series\, we are excited to announce Carroll Thomas\, Director of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)\, as our keynote speaker. Ms. Thomas leads the MEP network\, which supports American manufacturing with a national network of 51 MEP centers\, 375 service locations\, and 1\,400 advisors. \nMs. Thomas will be followed by other Industry 4.0 experts showcasing valuable technologies and resources available to NY manufacturers\, including: \n\nBill Pollock and Dan Curry of Optimation\nAjay Khaladkar\, Technical Program Manager of Advanced Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Solutions at Rochester Institute of Technology\nAmanda Moore and Paul Birchmeier of Design Systems\, Inc.\n\n  \nImmediately after the presentations\, network with industry colleagues through the Remo virtual event platform. Topics will include a wide range of issues facing NY manufacturers\, providing an excellent opportunity to solicit feedback from peers and to share best practices. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! Information for this and future Manufacturing Reimagined events is available at newyorkmep.org.  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/industry-4-0-iot-the-post-covid-19-manufacturing-landscape/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114553
CREATED:20200803T194236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T181549Z
UID:12158-1597838400-1597842000@www.ceg.org
SUMMARY:SBDC | Developing Your Social Media Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Ensuring that you have an effective social media strategy for promoting your business is more important that ever before. During this webinar\, Greg Chanese will provide you with the tools and resources to develop an effective social media strategy including: \n• Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals \n• Identifying target audiences\n• Choosing the Proper Channels \n• Content Development\n• Creating a Posting/Monitoring Strategy \n• Plan Execution \nREGISTER HERE >>\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/sbdc-developing-your-social-media-strategy/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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