Expand Your Presence in the Global Marketplace: Webinar Series
2021-09-30 09:00 - 2021-10-01 12:30 (America/New_York)
Global NY’s latest initiative provides export education to NYS small and medium-sized businesses through a series of expert-led webinars. Tapping into Global NY’s international network of trade representatives—from Africa, Canada, China, Europe, Israel, Mexico and South America—this series gives participants advanced exporting information with localized insights on a number of trade-related topics.
Global NY Division will be hosting a no-cost, five-part webinar series on Doing Business in Canada on September 30 & October 1. View the modules and register today using the form below.

Doing Business in Canada
Thursday, September 30, 9:30am – 11:00am ET
Speaker: Nathan Donohue, Commercial Attaché at the U.S. Department of Commerce

International Trade Requirements (Welcome to Canada)
Thursday, September 30, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm ET
Speaker: Michael Koenig FCPA, FCGA, CFP, Retired Partner, Cross-Border Tax Services at Davis Martindale

The Logistics, Customs and Regulatory aspects of entering the Canadian market.
Thursday, September 30, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm ET
Speaker: Cristian Siviere – President of Solimpex

Language Laws and Best Practices for Selling in Quebec
Friday, October 1, 9:30 am –11:00 am ET
Speaker: Marie-Hélène Constantin, Partner at Blakes, Cassels & Graydon

Navigating the Regulatory Path
Friday, October 1, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm ET
Speaker: Rod Elliot, Senior Vice President and Elaine Larsen Wells, Senior Consultant – Global Public Affairs

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**CANCELLED** Enterprise Selling: Sales & Business Development Strategies for B2B Markets
2021-10-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, 5 Computer Drive South, Albany, NY, 12205, United States
**This event has been CANCELLED**

Please join us for Enterprise Selling: Sales & Business Development Strategies for Complex B2B Markets presented by Matt Scarchilli, CEO Winning Process.

This is an in-person event located at Capital Region Chamber of Commerce: 5 Computer Drive S, Albany, NY 12205.
The training consists of three 1.5 hour sessions on October 5, 12, 20 (see times below). Participants MUST sign up for all 3 sessions.
Cost: $99 per person with a $297 max per company (max 6 people).

Sandler Enterprise Selling (SES) – A Systematic Approach to Winning Enterprise Business
• SES takes everything that makes Sandler sales training so effective and tailors it to the needs of companies selling to enterprise clients.
• Based on 6 highly strategic stages offering a continuous process of attaining, servicing, and growing an enterprise opportunity
• Here’s what one local manufacturer had to say about SES as a system: “SES is well aligned with where we see our growth coming from and the type of customers we are going after.” – Ted Collins, VP Sales & Marketing, Blasch Precision Ceramics

The program topics, which will be covered in the October 2021 sessions, touch on three of the six stages of SES; they are:

• Territory and Account Planning: Oct 5, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
In this critical stage, you begin setting a strong baseline for success through comprehensive planning.

• Opportunity Identification (Prospecting): Oct 12, 8:00 am – 9:30 am
Next you analyze, assess and initiate interaction on your most promising opportunities with the highest probability of success.

• Qualification: Oct 20, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Here you begin executing a practical plan to engage with the enterprise buyers to clarify the key opportunity parameters, which will improve and reinforce your position.

Join us to learn and sharpen the saw when it comes to these three core aspects of any sales process; they are vital for everyone in a forward- / client-facing role.

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Food for Thought #13: Customer & Market Discovery to Drive Product Design
2021-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
The Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity presents Food for Thought: A Business & Product Development Virtual Luncheon Series.
Join us on October 6th at noon for an open conversation with Robert Manasier and Samuel Mere of IgniteU NY about customer discovery and market observation. Robert and Samuel will discuss how to practically apply these principles to your design before you build it.
Ways to test usability and customer use without spending a ton of money is the key.
The importance of voice of customer and the more important customer behavior understanding will be part of the conversation.
Send your questions ahead of time to manufacturingincubator@tvcog.net so we can create a dynamic dialogue for the lunch hour!
About Robert Manasier:
Robert Manasier is a serial entrepreneur and brand builder, with experience in over 155 international startups, 400 products/services commercialized, 1000s of acceleration/commercialization campaigns, as the CEO of In Focus Brands. In addition to the In Focus Brands’ portfolio of companies, Robert currently serves as Entrepreneur-in-Residence of : IgniteU NY and the Sage Colleges; National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps Trainer; StartUp Weekend International Facilitator and Organizer; Adjunct Professor at Sage College School of Management and Hudson Valley Community College; Board Member of the Parkhurst Field Foundation, EDA Labs, IFP Films, Rutgers University Big Data Board, EDA Funding, Genonto and Autonomy Distribution.
With over $100M raised for true startups, $300M for next level growth companies, an average of 20—25% uptick in revenue for his acceleration clients, over $1B in sales and a 2.6x return on his management of the DPCD Fund and a nearly 100% retention of staff over decades, Robert’s strong culture creation and fiscal controls are coupled with clear and direct revenue results.
About Samuel Mere:
Samuel Mere has been the Program Manager at Ignite NY since 2019 and is a seasoned entrepreneur willing to share his success stories and lessons learned with aspiring entrepreneurs to help them scaling their companies.
Samuel is also the Founder & CEO of CampusPro, a mobile app that connects college students who provide services with other students looking for their services. CampusPro is an IgniteU alumni, from the 2018 Accelerator where they won the 2018 Startup Showcase.
About IgniteU NY:
Since 2015, IgniteU has supported hundreds of startups and small businesses across all different industries and sectors. We host a wide range of events, workshops and accelerator programs designed to help entrepreneurs grow.
About the Manufacturing Incubator at Tech Valley Center of Gravity
The 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.

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Hatched: An Inventors and Entrepreneurs Meetup
2021-10-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-11-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-12-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Tech Valley Center of Gravity, 30 3rd Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States
Have a Product or Project Idea? Hatch it at the Center of Gravity.
Join us the first Thursday of each month to connect with other creative souls, product developers, inventors, patent attorneys and more who are interested in entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and bringing ideas to life. Our goal is to help inventors and entrepreneurs navigate the business world.
SHARING NIGHTS: Share your project’s current status, get and give feedback, explore next steps, connect with potential team members.
SPEAKER NIGHTS: Once a quarter we’ll host a speaker who will share their experiences and lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey, followed by Q&A and discussion.
We’ll also share other events that may be of interest to this community.
This meetup is organized by The Tech Valley Center of Gravity. We are a makerspace, prototyping center, manufacturing incubator, STEAM-education center and creative community located in the heart of downtown Troy, New York. A member-supported 501(c)(3) community resource organization, the Center of Gravity serves members from Albany, Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady counties and beyond with space, tools, technology and expertise to explore and exercise their creativity, turn ideas into objects of art and/or utility, and launch new ventures based on their own ingenuity.
TVCOG Members: Free
Non-Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 at www.tvcog.net/donate

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Erik Bunaes presents E-Business for Small and Large Businesses
2021-10-13 09:00 - 10:30
Do you communicate regularly with your customers? You should. Here’s some easy tools to use for staying in touch with your clients.

About this event

What are the best tools to get more out of our online marketing? This is a question that we hear on a regular basis. It’s a simple question but one that opens a can of worms. As everyone knows, there are lots of options when it comes to digital marketing and every company has different needs and goals. There is just no one size fits all solution for every organization.
Rather than learning about any particular tool or service, we will show you exactly how the online marketing world works and teach you a 5-step e-busines process that works. Within each step, we’ll show you several tools that work well for small and mid-sized businesses.
This seminar is designed for the owners/leaders of new or small businesses that are just getting started on their e-business or online marketing journey. We’ll keep the conversation focused on concrete steps you can take back and put into action from day #1.

Presented by Erik Bunaes, President, Endorphin Digital Marketing® & Constant Contact Certified Local Expert.

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NYS Virtual MFG Day with Fuzehub
2021-10-15 08:00 - 13:00
2021 NY Statewide Virtual Manufacturing Day is an on-line event that will celebrate manufacturers from across New York State and highlight the pathways students can take toward manufacturing careers.
By recognizing NYS manufacturers and building awareness of available educational and training opportunities, 2021 NY Statewide Virtual Manufacturing Day will benefit companies, community leaders, educators, high school and college students as well as economic development and manufacturing associations from across New York State.

Download a shareable MFG Day flyer here>>

Students & Teachers Register Now Here>>

Are you a Manufacturer and interested in having a table at Manufacturing Day?
Click Here to Become an Exhibitor>>

InFUZEd Marketing Meetup: STEP Grants / Export Funding
2021-10-25 11:00 - 12:00
The STEP grant program has helped thousands of small businesses obtain grants and find customers in the international marketplace since 2011. STEP financial support helps small businesses with marketing initiatives including assistance with campaigns, e-commerce, trade show exhibits and training workshops. Join us with this month’s special guests as we discuss how STEP Grants and Export Funding can help manufacturers with their marketing challenges.

Speakers:
Kathryn Bamberger is an Industry Development Director in Empire State Development’s International Division, Global NY. Managing half of the Upstate Regions, her clients mainly are located between Plattsburgh and Poughkeepsie, west to Warrensburg, Utica and Oneonta. She brings a special interest in food and beverage resulting from her tenure in a similar role at NYS Dept Agriculture. She holds a BA from St Lawrence University in Canton and an MBA from Sage Graduate School in Albany. Prior to joining the state, she held various sales and marketing positions in the private sector, garnering several awards and recognitions.

Antonio Rodriguez is a Senior International Trade Manager at Empire State Development’s (ESD) Global NY Division, where he counsels New York companies on all aspects of Global NY programs and services, which are available to promote exports. Antonio is responsible for managing the New York State Trade Expansion Program (STEP). The STEP grant program is a collaborative funding opportunity initiative with the U.S. Small Business Administration developed to increase the number of small businesses that export and the value of small business exports. The STEP grant program helps small businesses overcome obstacles to exporting by providing grants to cover costs associated with entering and expanding into international markets.
Prior to his current position, he worked as a Small Business Environmental Ombudsman at ESD to help New York small businesses understand and comply with regulations enacted to implement the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990; and as a Senior Project Manager with ESD’s Environmental Services Unit, worked with companies and organizations to facilitate funding opportunities for projects that lead to measurable recycling, pollution prevention and sustainable economic development results.
Antonio has a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering (Ch.E.) from The City College of New York.

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Prototyping 201: Furniture Design Using Fusion 360
2021-10-27 18:00 - 21:00
Basic CNC Furniture Design & Joinery and Fabrication: An Introduction to the Fusion360 Design and Manufacturing Workspaces

This 200 level course is designed to expand upon participants’ existing knowledge of working with Fusion360 by introducing project based lessons leveraging design methodologies for CNC router joining designs. Students will be introduced to joiner concepts, creating 3D designs and assemblies from drawings, and gaining familiarity with 2D contouring setup’s in manufacturing workspace.
The course will use Autodesk Fusion360 as the platform for the Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool and the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) tool. Prior experience with Autodesk Fusion 360 is required for this course. We offer a 100-level course that serves as a pre-requisite for those interested.
Each attendee will need to bring their own laptop and create an AutoDesk user account. Attendees can select any version of Fusion360 for trial basis. The class instructor recommends the non-commercial 1-yr license. If the attendee is a student or educator with an EDU email address then they should select 3-year license option.
The software is available for download here. We recommend attendees show up 30 minutes early if they need assistance in creating an account and downloading software. Participants must be 18 or older.
Registration Fee: COG Member $50 | Non-Member $100 *Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members
The class will be held by Michael Lobsinger, Center Director of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG). As the Center Director, Michael is responsible for the day to day operations of CEG’s Business Growth Solutions and Manufacturing Extension Partnership programs. Michael has lead R&D and NPD teams at Boeing, Shell Global, and Quatic Apparel, and has mentored several product-based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute.
To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 days before the class date; after this date, a $20 late registration fee will be applied. Cancellations must be made one week prior to the class in order to be eligible for a refund unless due to illness.
Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class.
COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to maintain social distance (6?) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class size has been limited to 2 participants in order to ensure adequate social distancing. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Masks are required for all unvaccinated individuals and optional for fully vaccinated individuals in the facility. Proof of vaccination is required. Eligible proofs of vaccination are:

– Physical vaccination card or picture of card.
– Vaccine passport (Excelsior Pass.)

When
October 27th, 2021 6:00 PM through 9:00 PM

Location

Tech Valley Center of Gravity
30 Third Street
Troy, NY 12180
United States

Contact

Phone: 518-244-3544
Email: facilities@tvcog.net

Class Fee(s)

On-Time Registration Fee $279.00

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Virtual: New York Offshore Wind Supplier and Workforce Forum (Nov 3 & 5)
2021-11-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-11-05 09:00 - 12:00
Join us virtually on November 3 and November 5 for New York’s Offshore Wind Supplier and Workforce Forum. New York State, with five offshore wind projects and more than 4,300 megawatts in active development, is leading the nation to deliver 9 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2035.
With State and Federal goals in alignment, new leases expected in the New York Bight, and project review processes moving forward at a solid pace, the time to unlock critical supply chain investments is now and it’s clear that New York is the nation’s undisputed hub for this industry.
This year’s forum will focus on capacity building for the industry at large. Learn more about critical investments in New York ports, New York’s comprehensive incentive framework, progress on local manufacturing facilities, commitments to building equity, as well as workforce development programs in this exciting new industry.

Schedule of Events:
November 3:

New York Offshore Wind Supplier and Workforce Forum Main Program
9:00 a.m. EST – 12:00 p.m. EST

November 3 – November 10:

Virtual Business to Business Networking
(Attendees can schedule meetings during business hours from November 3 to November 10)
** Note: Interested businesses may sign up for this virtual networking opportunity when registering for the Main Program online.

November 5:

New York Offshore Wind Supplier and Workforce Forum Main Program
9:00 a.m. EST – 12:00 p.m. EST
NY State of Opportunity Offshore Wind Virtual Job Fair (hosted by the New York State Department of Labor)
11:00 a.m. EST – 2:00 p.m. EST
**Note: Exhibit opportunities for the virtual job fair will be available for this event.

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Don’t Leave Talent on the Table: How to Diversify Your Manufacturing Workforce
2021-11-04 14:00 - 15:00
Virtual Event | Thursday, November 4 | 2 – 3 EST
A looming labor shortage is threatening the manufacturing industry: 2.1 million manufacturing jobs could be unfilled by 2030. Many companies are already having trouble finding skilled workers.
Get ahead of this trend by expanding your recruiting and retention efforts to reach and keep a wider, more diverse population of workers.
Be sure to join the NYS Manufacturers Alliance, JFF, and The Apprenticeship Program at SUNY on November 4 to hear manufacturing leaders and workforce experts share tips and insights about effective ways to expand your talent pipeline and diversify your workforce.
You should register for this event if you are . . .

A manufacturing company executive, HR professional, or hiring manager
An educator, intermediary, or workforce development professional interested in advancing diversity in the U.S. manufacturing workforce

This event has been funded, either wholly or in part, with Federal funds from the Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration under Contract number 1605C2-20-C-0007. The contents of this event do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement of same by the U.S. Government.

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How to Apply for the NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Grant Program
2021-11-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-11-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-11-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2021-11-30 14:00 - 15:00
The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program, which was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is NOW OPEN.
Grant amounts range from $5,000 – $50,000 (awards calculated based on a business’ annual gross receipts for 2019).
Not sure where to start? Lea Springstead, Project Manager at the Capital Region Chamber, will be hosting a complimentary webinar where she will provide details about the grant process. Participants will also be given additional documents that will help with the application process. Lea will also be available to support you, answer questions, and ensure that your application is submitted.
Webinar Dates:

11/4/2021 – 2pm to 3pm

11/9/2021 – 11am to 12pm

11/17/2021 – 6pm to 7pm

11/30/2021 – 2pm to 3pm

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Clean Tech & Advanced Materials Virtual Job Fair
2021-11-17 11:00 - 14:00
Job Fair connecting New York State jobseekers to companies with available opportunities within the fields of Clean Technology, Energy Storage, Battery Manufacturing, Advanced Materials and more. Entry-mid level, experienced and management positions are available. Empire State Development’s Division of Science, Technology & Innovation (NYSTAR), NY Ventures, and NYBEST are proud to support innovative companies across the state provide sustainable energy sources, expand manufacturing capabilities and ensure a resource efficient future within a thriving New York State economy.
Available Opportunities: Production Operator, Electrical Engineer, Quality Engineer, Electrical Assembler, Associate Engineer, Welder, Laboratory Technician, Battery Design Engineer, Project Developer and more!!! Salary range up to $120K DOE (depending on experience)

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Date: November 17, 2021
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Location: Remo (Virtual Platform)

VentureB Innovation Series Workshop: Investor Pitch Development for Startups
2021-11-17 16:00 - 18:00
As a startup looking to secure funding through a bank, grant, angel investor or venture capitalist, how you approach communicating your business model is critical.
An investor pitch presentation helps potential investors understand key aspects of your business. The goal is to capture their interest and secure a follow up conversation or meeting.
You’ll walk away from this workshop with a better understanding of the 10 key topics to include and why. Additional support documentation will be shared via email after the program.
Let us guide you in putting your best pitch forward.

The webinar will be led by Michael Lobsinger, Sr. Vice President of CEG. Michael is a serial entrepreneur and has extensive experience in the operations of product based enterprises. Michael has led R&D and NPD teams at Boeing, Shell Global, and Quatic Apparel, as well as mentored several product based technology companies. Michael has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

While this workshop is free, registration is required.
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InFUZEd: PR and Media for Manufacturers
2021-11-22 11:00 - 12:00
Monday, November 22nd | 11 AM – 12 PM

Join us for an interactive dialog with John Mackowiak of the Martin Group and Paul Hook with FuzeHub to discuss how to effectively use PR and media to establish your company’s credibility.

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CEG 2021 Annual Meeting
2021-11-22 17:00 - 19:30 | SUNY Albany – ETEC Building, Campus Access Road, Albany, NY, 12207, United States
The Capital Region: United. Inspired. Evolving.

Monday, November 22, 2021 | SUNY Albany ETEC, Albany NY
5:00pm Registration Opens | 5:30pm Business Program
6:00 – 7:30pm Networking Reception
Join fellow investors and business leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs at CEG’s signature event of the year! We’re looking forward to this opportunity to connect with all of you in person and share exciting economic development and industry updates. And, provide you, our valued partners with a venue to reconnect and make new contacts.
*At this time, attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination or recent negative COVID test to enter the event. Masks mandate is also in effect per University at Albany campus guidelines when not eating/drinking. Should things change, we will notify all attendees.*
Registration is open! Discounted rates available for CEG Investors. Early Bird rates available through Friday, November 12.
Early Rate: CEG Investors: $75 | Non-Investors: $95 Standard Rate: CEG Investors: $95 | Non-Investors: $115
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Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Increase Your Company Visibility!
Presenting Sponsor:

Advance Albany County Alliance is a Local Development Corporation focused on the attraction & growth of economic development in Albany County.
Reception Sponsor:

Event Sponsors:

Supporting Sponsors:
BBL | CAPCOM Federal Credit Union | GlobalFoundries | Nixon Peabody | Omni Development | Port of Albany | Turner Construction

Clean Tech & Advanced Materials Virtual Job Fair
2021-12-01 11:00 - 14:00
Job Fair connecting New York State jobseekers to companies with available opportunities within the fields of Clean Technology, Energy Storage, Battery Manufacturing, Advanced Materials and more. Entry-mid level, experienced and management positions are available. Empire State Development’s Division of Science, Technology & Innovation (NYSTAR), NY Ventures, and NYBEST are proud to support innovative companies across the state provide sustainable energy sources, expand manufacturing capabilities and ensure a resource efficient future within a thriving New York State economy.

Date: December 1, 2021
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Location: Remo (Virtual Platform)
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BIANYS 2021 - Virtual Annual Conference of NYS Incubators
2021-12-01 13:00 - 17:00
The 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting of the Business Incubator Association of New York State

Each year the membership of the Business Incubator Association of New York State (BIANYS) holds their Annual Meeting to share best practices, get updates on incubation, and elect their Board of Directors. There is always a public portion of the meeting for anyone interested in incubation or the startup innovation economy, this meeting is a great way to network and get a better understanding of the ever changing trends in the startup innovation ecosystem of New York. At the end of the public portion of the Meeting, their is a members only portion of the meeting where members discuss policies, by laws, and hold a vote for 3 out of the 9 board seats that come up on a rotating basis.

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2021 Economic Forecast featuring Hugh Johnson
2021-12-02 07:30 - 09:15 | Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge St., Albany, NY, 12207, United States
Nationally known investment strategist, Hugh Johnson, Chairman Emeritus and Chief Economist for Graypoint LLC, as well as Hugh Johnson Advisors, a division of Graypoint, will provide his much-anticipated assessment of the economy. Johnson’s annual forecast has grown to be a Chamber favorite year after year. He will discuss his forecasts for the economy, interest rates and the global equity markets based on the challenges facing the U.S. economy.
Johnson is widely known for his investment strategies and economic evaluations, and is often quoted in major news media, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Barron’s, and Business Week, along with appearances on CNBC, Bloomberg News, Yahoo News, and many others.
*COVID Protocol: All attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination at the door of the event with either the Excelsior Pass or physical vaccine card, or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours of the event.
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DOE Letter of Intent Webinar
2021-12-07 12:00 - 12:45
The Downstate New York SBIR Assistance Center at Stony Brook University, in collaboration with BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting, is offering two virtual webinars in December to assist small businesses obtain federal SBIR grants, allowing the continuation of R&D that will have strong potential for technology commercialization. The workshops, focusing on the DOE and DOD, are being held December 7 & 9, 2021. You can register for one or both. To learn more about the workshops or to register for free, click here.
The 45 minute webinar on December 7th will discuss the purpose, timelines, submission web portal and strategies for preparing a DOE Letter of Intent (LOI). At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be equipped to prepare and submit a compelling LOI, which is a requirement prior to submitting a full proposal to the DOE SBIR/STTR Program. For the current DOE open Phase I solicitation the LOI deadline is January 3, 2022.
The December 9th webinar (5½ hours) will feature a DOD-focused workshop providing detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD, including both technical and commercialization plans, and navigating the submission process.
We hope you will find one or both workshops appealing and take advantage of these opportunities to work alongside the Downstate NY SBIR Assistance Center. There will also be several workshops available in January and February 2022, so please visit our website to see what we do and how we can help your business!

REGISTER HERE for December 7th Webinar>>

Successfully Navigating the Medical Device Development Process
2021-12-07 15:00 - 16:00
Presenter: Jennifer Palinchik, President, JALEX Medical

Developing a medical device is an extensive undertaking that requires expertise in engineering, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance, to name a few. Having a thorough understanding of the medical device development process and its key elements at the outset is essential to planning the development of an approvable product and can help anticipate timing and costs. This session will take attendees along the journey of creating a medical device from concept to market and provide high-level strategies to consider along the way. A few case studies will be presented to demonstrate the importance of all aspects of the process and how they yield a successful product launch and beyond.
Register in advance for this VIRTUAL presentation:
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DOD Proposal Development
2021-12-09 10:00 - 15:00
This Department of Defense-focused workshop provides detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD, including both technical and commercialization plans, and navigating the submission process. Presented by DOD SBIR/STTR expert, Monique Branham, the program will also cover:

SBIR/STTR program basics and up-to-date information on the DoD program
An understanding of the differences between DoD components
Tips on how to identify a topic
The importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact during the pre-release period
Writing to meet the reviewers’ expectations
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and more!

There will also be several workshops available in January and February 2022, so please visit Downstate NY SBIR Assistance Center website to see what we do and how we can help your business!

REGISTER HERE>>

CEG & Siena Research Foundation: Manufacturing Outlooks & Supply Chain Report
2021-12-09 12:00 - 13:30
CEG Manufacturing Supply Chain Impacts & Future Resiliency Webinars 12/9 & 12/14

CEG’s Business Growth Solutions and our partner MEP centers at Central NY TDO, and Stonybrook’s MTRC conducted a statewide manufacturing supply chain survey and supply chain resiliency study as part of CARES funds received from the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) and the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).
Below you will find two webinars that will share the results of each study (registration required):
CEG & Siena Research Foundation: Manufacturing Outlooks & Supply Chain Report | Dec 9 | 12:00-1:30PM
Manufacturers around the world and domestically have been challenged by the global pandemic. There were disruptions at all stages that led to lost business, cancelled orders, closures, supply chain shortages, increased costs and more. Understanding the impacts on critical supplies, effect on business outlook, workforce loss, and the critical essential assets is an important step in developing the story to facilitate a roadmap for better resiliency and communicating the needs to our regional and national leaders.
The Center for Economic Growth, in partnership with Siena Research Institute, conducted a Supply Chain and Business Outlook survey among New York State manufacturers between July and October of 2021.
Please join us on December 9th as we host with the Siena Research Foundation on the findings of this survey.

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Zoom link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

CEG & Reshoring Institute: What the Pandemic Taught Us: Building a Resilient Manufacturing Business | Dec 14 12:30-1:30 PM
The pandemic strained industries around the nation and at the core of these supply chains were disruptions from both domestic and offshore manufacturers. Some were prepared, but many were unprepared for the many months of varying disruptions to supply chains, workforce, price increases, mandates, and more. Though we saw New Yorkers step up in many ways to REACT to the ever changing challenges, there were definitely cracks. So we ask, how can we do better?
The Center for Economic Growth, in partnership with the The Reshoring Institute conducted in-depth research to better understand the challenges, best practices and opportunities that we were presented in the last 18 months. This included doing in person interviews with manufacturing companies, government leaders, associations, and regional economic development leaders as well as gathering intelligence from different publications around the state and the nation.
Please join us on December 14th as we host with the Reshoring Institute on a summary of the research, findings, and recommendations.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE DEC 14 WEBINAR EVENT >>

InFUZEd Marketing Meetups: Video & Podcasting for Manufacturers
2021-12-13 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for an interactive dialog with Barry Wygel of Baker Public Relations and Steve Melito with FuzeHub on how to use Video and Podcasts to enhance your marketing efforts.
You can join us for an hour every month on a Monday morning to get infused with marketing knowledge and wisdom. For our December inFUZEd conversation, we will be discussing Video and Podcasting for manufacturers. These virtual sessions are the perfect place to ask questions, get answers, and discuss your marketing challenges. Each month, we’ll welcome an expert in a specific aspect of marketing such as branding, website development, social media, or digital marketing.

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NYS COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant Program (NYSTAR) Webinar
2021-12-13 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for an overview of the New York State COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant Program. This webinar will include information on the newly expanded eligibility requirements and an overview of the application process and what to expect once you have applied. Suitable for small businesses and for community organizations looking for program information to relay program information to others.

Further details about the program can be found here: State of New York Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program (nysmallbusinessrecovery.com)

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