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SUMMARY:CEG Annual Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Capital Region’s business leaders & professionals for an evening of networking\, economic development and industry updates!\n\n\nAgenda\n4 p.m. –  Check-In & Networking\n4:30 – 6:30 p.m. –  Program followed by Networking Reception \nPricing\n*CEG Investors: $125 | Non-Investors: $175  \n*Discounted rate for CEG Investors! Unsure if your company is an Investor in CEG? Check out our Investor list here. \n\nFor questions please contact lcognato@capitalregionchamber.com.  Please be sure to write “CEG Annual Meeting” in the subject line & provide the email addresses\, full names & company names for those you are looking to procure tickets for.  Please note that email is the preferred method of contact and that voicemails may not be received in time to respond. \n  \n\n\nPresenting Sponsor:\nPioneer is a full-service financial institution serving individuals\, businesses\, and communities with twenty-two locations throughout New York’s Capital Region. \n\n  \n \n \nReception Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \nSupporting Sponsors:\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 \n\n\n\n\n \nContributing Sponsors:\n  \nAdvance Albany County Alliance \nBallston Spa National Bank (BSNB) \nCDTA \nCommunity Bank \nHarris Beach Murtha\, Attorneys at Law \nNY CREATES \nNYSEG (Rochester Gas & Electric) \nRensselaer County IDA \nRivers Casino & Resort Schenectady \nThe Rosenblum Companies \nWhiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/ceg-annual-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:HVCC North\, 345 Hermes Road\, Malta\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Networking
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SUMMARY:Knowledge @ Noon: Connecting Manufacturers with an Untapped Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 18 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Virtual Webinar \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on November 18 for our Knowledge @ Noon free webinar presentation by USCRI Employment Services. \nAttracting and retaining talent is a considerable challenge facing employers today. One solution to meet the growing manufacturing workforce need is to capture the skills and abilities of the new American talent pool. \nWho should attend: \n\nHuman Resources / Talent Acquisition Reps\nPlant / Operations Managers\nExecutive Team / Operations Leads\n\nSince 2005\, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) Albany field office has been assisting our government with the resettlement of more than 6\,000 refugees and asylees from Afghanistan\, Ukraine\, the Democratic Republic of Congo\, and other countries. These individuals now call the Capital Region home\, and they all have legal status and work authorization. USCRI has placed more than 118 individuals in jobs to date\, in 2025. With a variety of skills and experiences\, hiring from these groups can fill positions at entry\, managerial\, and professional levels. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing the virtual presentation there will be an opportunity for Q&A. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers and Overview \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUSCRI Employment Services – Ilona Dovgan\, Employment Program Manager\, Albany NY U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants \nEmployment Services Overview  \nUSCRI’s Employment Services program helps refugees\, immigrants\, and other newcomers achieve self-sufficiency through meaningful employment. We work closely with employers to match motivated\, job-ready individuals with workforce needs. \nServices Include: \n\nJob Readiness Training: Resume building\, interview preparation\, workplace culture orientation.\nJob Placement: Matching clients with entry-level and skilled positions across industries.\nLanguage & Skills Development: ESL support and referrals to vocational training.\nOngoing Support: Transportation/housing assistance\, job coaching\, and retention services.\nEmployer Collaboration: Customized recruitment support\, cultural competency guidance\, and follow-up to ensure successful placements.\n\nProfessional Pathways – Margaret Slotnick\, Program Coordinator\, Albany NY U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants \nProfessional Pathways Overview  \nThe New York State funded Professional Pathways Program connects professionally trained new Americans with employers who need their skills. Our candidates are college graduates (often with advanced degrees) with significant work experience in their home countries\, who have often worked for a US government agency\, a US contractor\, or a multinational corporation or non-profit organization. Participants in the Professional Pathways program undergo stringent screening\, training\, and continuing support. All enrollees in the Professional Pathways Program speak English\, are fully work authorized\, and are eager to rebuild their professional careers in their new home.  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions about this event\, contact Don Wiesenforth donw@ceg.org
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/knowledge-noon-connecting-manufacturers-with-an-untapped-workforce/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing,Workforce/Talent
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SUMMARY:Startup Tech Valley
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 20 | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.\nThe Innovation Center at Saratoga | 16 Old Stonebreak Road Ballston Spa\, NY 12020 \n\n\n\n\n\nStartup Tech Valley is a networking and pitch event for the entrepreneurship community in the Capital Region. Attendees include entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, investors\, mentors\, students\, employees of startups\, service providers to startups\, and anyone else who wants to be involved or is curious. \nThis month\, we’re partnering with Innovation Center Saratoga to host presentations in their space. The Innovation Center at Saratoga\, Inc. is a makerspace where artists\, entrepreneurs\, and community members come together to learn\, create\, and innovate. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nConnect + Engage. Start with networking and then get introduced to startups through pitch sessions.\nNo cost to attend\, however RSVP is required\n5:00pm Networking | 6:00pm Pitches | 7:00pm More Networking\n\nIf you’re interested in pitching\, you can apply here. \nIf you’re interested in sponsoring\, you can reach out here. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/startup-tech-valley-7/
LOCATION:The Innovation Center at Saratoga\, 16 Old Stonebreak Road\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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SUMMARY:Get Venture Ready: From Idea to Investment
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 2 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.\nLaunchbox Flexible Warehouse Suites | Latham\, NY \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n\n\n\nFrom lab discovery to fundable startup – learn what it really takes.\nJoin founders\, funders\, and ecosystem leaders for a practical look at how academic research becomes a “venture-ready” startup. We’ll walk through the path from idea to company\, hear candid lessons from founders who’ve spun out of universities\, and highlight the Capital Region and broader NY resources that can help you take the next step. \n\nWhat is this event?\nThis session is designed for researchers\, students\, and university innovators who are serious about turning ideas into companies. We’ll break down what “venture ready” actually means\, share real founder stories\, and introduce you to the people and programs that can help you move faster. \nYou’ll hear from:\n\nFormer Founders who have spun out of universities\, secured funding\, and built companies.\nRegional Innovation Ecosystem Leaders who run programs like the Venture Readiness Program and NSF I-Corps.\nCapital Region Resources that provide funding\, facilities\, and hands-on guidance across New York State.\n\n\nYou’ll leave with:\n\nA clearer picture of the steps to go from research project to startup to “venture ready”\nConcrete examples of how other university founders navigated funding and partnerships\nA sense of who does what in the Capital Region innovation ecosystem\n\n\nWho this is for:\n\nFaculty and researchers curious about commercialization\nGraduate students and postdocs considering a startup path\nTech transfer and commercialization office staff\nEarly-stage founders with university ties\nInvestors\, mentors\, and ecosystem partners who support research-based ventures\nWhether you just have an idea or are already prototyping and talking to customers\, you’ll get value from hearing how others have moved from concept to successful company.\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30–6:00 PM – Networking & LaunchBox Tours\nArrive\, grab a drink\, meet other founders and researchers\, and take a guided tour of the LaunchBox facilities. \n6:00–6:15 PM – Welcome & Purpose\nCEG\, LaunchBox\, and Emerging Innovations Consulting set the stage: why this event exists\, how to walk the path from academic research to company formation\, and what “venture ready” looks like for the region. \n6:15–6:35 PM – Founder Spotlight & Lessons Learned\nFounders from university spin-out companies will share their journey and dive deep into their lessons learned. \n6:35–7:05 PM – Resource Showcase \nReverse-pitches from the resources and programs in the Capital Region that can actually help you \n7:05 PM – Networking & Additional LaunchBox Tours\nAdditional networking with founders\, resource partners\, and investors. We’ll have follow-up conversations\, intros\, and additional facility tours. \n\nAbout your hosts:\nCenter for Economic Growth (CEG) \nThe Center for Economic Growth is the regional business and economic development organization for New York’s Capital Region. Through programs like the Venture Readiness Program\, CEG supports early-stage startups\, connects founders to mentors and investors\, and strengthens the area’s innovation ecosystem. \nTo learn more and apply to the Venture Readiness Program\, visit CEG’s website: https://www.ceg.org/venture-readiness-program/ \n\nEmerging Innovations Consulting (EIC) \nEmerging Innovations Consulting helps academic researchers and early-stage biotech teams translate science into sustainable startups. Led by Dr. Scott Alpizar\, EIC provides commercialization strategy\, fundraising support\, and mentoring for founders navigating the path from lab to market. \nInterested in learning more? Check out EIC’s website: https://www.emerginginnovationsconsulting.com/ \n\nLaunchBox \nLaunchBox is an innovation hub and startup accelerator space in Latham\, NY\, designed to connect entrepreneurs\, researchers\, and industry partners. It provides facilities\, programming\, and community resources that help founders turn great ideas into scalable ventures. \nTo learn more about the LaunchBox\, visit https://launchbox.co/ \n\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/get-venture-ready-from-idea-to-investment/
LOCATION:Launchbox\, 6 Northway Lane\, Latham\, NY\, 12110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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SUMMARY:Pre-Apprenticeship Programs ZOOM Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 3 | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. on ZOOM \nWhat you can expect:\nWe invite you to join this information session to learn about the\nCenter for Economic Growth’s pre-apprenticeship programs: Real\nLife Rosies and Advance 2 Apprenticeship. During the session\, we’ll\nprovide an overview of pre-apprenticeships\, explain how the\nprograms work\, and highlight how they create opportunities for\nemployment in manufacturing for underrepresented individuals\,\nincluding women and people with disabilities. We welcome\ncommunity organizations to attend and learn how they can help \nAbout Pre-Apprenticeship programs:\nReal Life Rosies and Advance 2 Apprenticeship are no-cost pre-apprenticeship programs\ndesigned to prepare participants for careers in advanced manufacturing and entry into\napprenticeship or entry-level roles. The programs recruit underrepresented populations in the\nindustry and provide them with hands-on technical skill training and soft skill development to\nprepare them for the workplace. By removing barriers to entry through training and wraparound\nsupport\, these programs create pathways for individuals to obtain rewarding and sustainable\ncareers in manufacturing. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/pre-apprenticeship-programs-zoom-info-session/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Education/Training,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T200000
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SUMMARY:Startup Tech Valley Holiday Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Startup Tech Valley Holiday Happy Hour to connect with the Capital Region entrepreneurship community on Tuesday\, December 9th from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Ryan’s Wake in Troy. Calling all entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, students\, and anyone who supports entrepreneurship! This event is the perfect chance to: \n\nUnwind with refreshing beverages and delicious bites\nNetwork with like-minded professionals and potential collaborators\nEngage with the Startup Tech Valley community\n\nOpen Mic\nAttendees will have the opportunity to take the mic and give their elevator pitch at this event. Polish up your pitches and get ready for your 60 seconds of fame! \nToys for Tots\nWe have partnered with Toys for Tots to collect toys for children this holiday season. Since 1947\, Toys for Tots has distributed 708 million toys to 314 million children. Bring a new\, unwrapped toy to donate at the Happy Hour! \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/startup-techvalley/
LOCATION:Ryan’s Wake\, 403 River St. #1\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
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SUMMARY:Advance 2 Apprenticeship Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our virtual information sessions to learn about our manufacturing pre-apprenticeship program\, Advance 2 Apprenticeship and how you can apply to join our February 2026 cohort!\nThursday\, January 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR Monday\, February 2 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on ZOOM \nAre you looking for a new career? Do you enjoy working with your\nhands\, and want to be part of building something?\nAdvanced manufacturing may be the industry for you! The Center for Economic Growth\, in\npartnership with Hudson Valley Community College and the Capital Region Workforce\nDevelopment Board\, are offering a pre-apprenticeship program to introduce individuals to\nfoundational technical and professional skills needed to find a role in the manufacturing industry.\nThroughout the program\, participants have the opportunity to tour and interview with local\nmanufacturers for rewarding\, sustainable roles! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/advance-2-apprenticeship-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Education/Training,Workforce/Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T180000
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SUMMARY:Advance 2 Apprenticeship Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open house to learn about our manufacturing pre-apprenticeship program\, Advance 2 Apprenticeship and how you can apply to join our February 2026 cohort!\nTuesday\, January 27 | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Room 208\, Haas Center for Advanced Manufacturing at Hudson Valley Community College \nAre you looking for a new career? Do you enjoy working with your\nhands\, and want to be part of building something?\nAdvanced manufacturing may be the industry for you! The Center for Economic Growth\, in\npartnership with Hudson Valley Community College and the Capital Region Workforce\nDevelopment Board\, are offering a pre-apprenticeship program to introduce individuals to\nfoundational technical and professional skills needed to find a role in the manufacturing industry.\nThroughout the program\, participants have the opportunity to tour and interview with local\nmanufacturers for rewarding\, sustainable roles! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/advance-2-apprenticeship-open-house/
LOCATION:Hudson Valley Community College\, Troy\, New York\, 12180
CATEGORIES:Education/Training,Workforce/Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T173000
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SUMMARY:Advance 2 Apprenticeship Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our virtual information sessions to learn about our manufacturing pre-apprenticeship program\, Advance 2 Apprenticeship and how you can apply to join our February 2026 cohort!\nThursday\, January 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR Monday\, February 2 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on ZOOM \nAre you looking for a new career? Do you enjoy working with your\nhands\, and want to be part of building something?\nAdvanced manufacturing may be the industry for you! The Center for Economic Growth\, in\npartnership with Hudson Valley Community College and the Capital Region Workforce\nDevelopment Board\, are offering a pre-apprenticeship program to introduce individuals to\nfoundational technical and professional skills needed to find a role in the manufacturing industry.\nThroughout the program\, participants have the opportunity to tour and interview with local\nmanufacturers for rewarding\, sustainable roles! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/advance-2-apprenticeship-virtual-info-session-2/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Education/Training,Workforce/Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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SUMMARY:Knowledge @ Noon: 2026 New York State Legislative Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Manufacturing Association of Central New York (MACNY) and Ostroff Associates for an insightful preview of the 2026 New York State Legislative Session. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this free\, must-attend webinar\, industry experts will break down key legislative priorities impacting manufacturers\, including: \n\nEnergy Policy: Moving forward with an “All of the Above” approach;\nWorkforce Development: Investing in Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship;\nCutting Red Tape: SEQR regulatory reform; and\nTax Policy: Allowing federal tax benefits to flow to New York investments\n\nStay ahead of policy changes\, reduce risk\, and position your business for success in the year ahead. \nPresenters: \nRandy Wolken is President and CEO of MACNY\, The Manufacturers Association\, representing over 300 companies and 50\,000 employees in Central and Upstate New York\, and President and CEO of the Manufacturers Alliance of New York\, a statewide coalition representing more than 2\,500 companies and 425\,000 employees. He joined MACNY in 2001 and has spent over 20 years strengthening the region’s manufacturing sector and business climate. \n  \n  \n  \nCasey Marvell joined Ostroff Associates in 2021 and brings extensive experience in lobbying\, government relations\, and public policy strategy. He advises clients on navigating New York State’s legislative and regulatory landscape across key areas including energy\, environment\, economic development\, transportation\, and taxation\, with particular expertise in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Previously\, he worked in the New York State Senate and at the Adirondack Council\, where he supported the passage of major environmental legislation through advocacy and coalition-building. In 2025\, he was named a City & State New York “Trailblazer in Clean Energy\,” and he holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in political science from the University at Albany’s Rockefeller College. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \n  \nPresenting Sponsor: \n  \n  \n  \nSupporting Sponsors:
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/knowledge-noon-2026-new-york-state-legislative-session/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
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SUMMARY:Startup Tech Valley
DESCRIPTION:Startup Tech Valley is Capital Region’s premier startup event. Connect with the entrepreneurship community. Free and open to all.\n \n\n\n\nStartup Tech Valley is a meetup for the entrepreneurship community in the Capital Region. Attendees include entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, investors\, mentors\, students\, employees of startups\, service providers to startups\, and anyone else who wants to be involved or is curious. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nConnect + Engage. Start with networking and then get introduced to startups through pitch sessions.\nNo cost to attend\, however RSVP is required.\nLight refreshments will be provided. Cash bar available.\n5:30pm Networking | 6:00 – 7:00pm Pitch Sessions\n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\nIf you’re interested in pitching\, you can apply here. \nIf you’re interested in sponsoring\, you can reach out here.
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/startup-tech-valley-8/
LOCATION:Brown’s Revolution Hall\, 425 River St\, Troy\, NY\, 12180
CATEGORIES:Business Networking,Startups/Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T130000
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SUMMARY:Knowledge @ Noon: Leverage AI Enabled Dozuki Platform
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free Knowledge @ Noon webinar and learn how the AI-enabled Dozuki platform is helping manufacturers empower frontline teams for stronger performance and greater productivity. \nDesigned for manufacturing organizations of all sizes\, Dozuki bridges the gap between frontline operations and existing manufacturing systems—driving real efficiency gains where it matters most. \nHow to Modernize Manufacturing—Without a Massive Team\nDiscover how leading manufacturers are transforming operations by giving their workforce the right tools\, training\, and knowledge—without relying on a large engineering staff or months of IT support. In this session\, we’ll explore how Dozuki helps organizations standardize work\, reduce turnover\, and scale expertise across multiple sites with a platform that’s fast to deploy and easy to maintain. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \n  \nPresenting Sponsor: \n  \n  \n  \nSupporting Sponsors:
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/knowledge-noon-leverage-ai-enabled-dozuki-platform/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Startup Tech Valley
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Startup Tech Valley at UAlbany ETEC Building in Albany\, NY on Tuesday\, March 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.  SUTV is Capital Region’s premier startup event. Connect with the entrepreneurship community. Free and open to all. \n\n\n\n\nStartup Tech Valley is a meetup for the entrepreneurship community in the Capital Region. Attendees include entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, investors\, mentors\, students\, employees of startups\, service providers to startups\, and anyone else who wants to be involved or is curious. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nConnect + Engage. Start with networking and then get introduced to startups through pitch sessions.\nNo cost to attend\, however RSVP is required.\nLight refreshments will be provided. Cash bar available.\n5:30pm Networking | 6:00 – 7:00pm Pitch Sessions\n\nIf you’re interested in pitching\, you can apply here. \nIf you’re interested in sponsoring\, you can reach out here. \n\nRegister Here\n\n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/startup-tech-valley-9/
LOCATION:ETEC Building – University at Albany\, SUNY\, 1220 Washington Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12206\, United States
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SUMMARY:Knowledge @ Noon: Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing: Enhancing ERP Systems for Smarter Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join this free Knowledge @ Noon webinar Intelligent Automation in Manufacturing: Enhancing ERP Systems for Smarter Operations to explore how intelligent automation and ERP integrations are reshaping operations within manufacturing organizations. \nWe’ll examine how intelligent document processing solutions\, like Quidi\, can be applied within supply chain transactions to reduce manual effort\, improve data visibility\, and surface valuable insights related to parts\, materials\, and sourcing trends. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how automation can support more efficient workflows and more informed decision-making. \nDesigned with manufacturing environments in mind\, this session will walk through practical examples of how ERP systems can be enhanced through thoughtful integration strategies. The focus will be on operational improvement\, measurable impact\, and how teams can shift time away from repetitive tasks toward higher-value work. \nShayne Pendergast\, Solutions Architect at Garnet River\, will share real-world use cases and lessons learned from implementing intelligent automation within ERP ecosystems\, along with considerations for organizations evaluating similar initiatives. \n\n \nShayne’s Bio:\nShayne is Garnet River’s Solutions Architect\, responsible for overseeing the development\, implementation\, and scalability of the Quidi suite across manufacturing and distribution industries and leading a team of skilled professionals who drive innovation in applications which automate strategies that deliver client value. Shayne joined Garnet River in 2020\, spearheading numerous RPA projects and collaborating across Garnet River’s practice groups to integrate RPA initiatives with broader business objectives to grow and maintain what is now the product division. \n \nRegister Here\n \n 
URL:https://www.ceg.org/event/knowledge-noon-intelligent-automation-in-manufacturing-enhancing-erp-systems-for-smarter-operations/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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