Training & Workshops
February 5, 2010
Going Global - The Basics of Exporting
February 5 from 8:30 a.m. – 11: 00 a.m. the NLEA will host international trade specialist Tom Maguire for a special presentation of “Going Global - The Basics of Exporting". Mr. Maguire, Director of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s U.S. Commercial Service Grand Rapids Export Assistance Center, will provide insights on the complete export process: international research; locating international markets of opportunity; working with distributors; and using attorneys, bankers, and forwarders to complete export sales. He will be joined by Foreign Service Officer Pat McRae. For more information on the U.S. Commercial Service, please visit www.export.gov or call (616) 458-3562. To register for this free program contact Sara at 231-582-6482 or sara@northernlakes.net.
Going Global - The Basics of Exporting flyerClick here to Download
Various dates beginning February 8
Broadband Round Two Funding and US Census Strategies
A one day seminar is being held to prepare for the next round of broadband funding and census strategies. This national broadband initiative allows for broadband internet service to your community. Broadband is critical for the economic growth and development of Michigan.
Broadband is critical for the economic growth and stability of your community. Make sure your communities are positioned for the Second Round of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (stimulus funding). Come to hear what other communities have done to develop broadband strategies and how you can build your own plan.
Census data is used to distribute federal funding to your community. Make sure your community is developing a strong census plan to assure accurate counts. The Census countdown has begun and it relies on your local communities for identifying hard to count populations. Learn how to develop your strategy for census activities.
Registration is $15.00 which covers lunch costs. The program runs from 10:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Dates and locations:
February 8, 2010 February 9, 2010
Marquette MI Houghton Lake MI
February 16, 2010 February 17, 2010
Lansing MI Saginaw MI
February 22, 2010
Detroit MI
Please follow this link to register.
http://broadband.mel.org
February 10 & February 16
Michigan Main Street Informational Webinars
The Michigan Main Street Center at MSHDA will be holding informational webinars on the Associate Level. These webinars are free and open to the public and are taking place February 10 at 9:30 a.m. and February 16 at 2:00 p.m. Communities that are interested in participating should email info@michiganmainstreetcenter.org to RSVP and obtain the login information. Additional information is available at www.michiganmainstreetcenter.org
February 11, 2010
USDA Commercial Guaranteed Loan Program seminar
Attention all lenders, an informational meeting is planned for February 11, 2010 at Fifth Third Bank in Petoskey. Learn how USDA's Guaranteed Loan Program for Business and Industry has changed to help you do business better. For more information, open the flyer below. To register, contact Sara at 231-582-6482 or sara@northernlakes.net
February 19, 2010
Energy: Demand Side Management
When: Friday, February 19th from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon
Where: MI Works Service Center, 1209 S. Garfield in Traverse City
Speakers include: David Konkle, ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
Steve Smiley, Smiley Energy Services
Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce's EnergyWise Program
If you are interested in attending this workshop, please contact Patty O'Donnell at 231-929-5039 or via email at pattyodonnell@nwm.cog.mi.us.
February 25, 2010
Michigan Association of Planning (MAP) - Planning Essentials
Being an elected or appointed official is not an easy job! MAP's training was designed to simplify the decision making process for planning commissioners, zoning board of appeals members, and elected officials. Attend this workshop to learn essential information to make effective land use decisions.
The full program will run from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Perry Hotel. For more information call 734-913-2000. Register by Feb. 17 and save $20.00.
Monthly PTAC Workshops
Federal Government & State of Michigan Contracting
What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering diversifying into government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need.
Lean Learning Consortium
Northwestern Michigan College & Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center have partnered up to make training available to businesses in northwest Michigan. This is a great resource for companies (not limited to manufacturing) to learn and implement world class Lean Enterprise practices.
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