Events, Workshops & Seminars
September 7, 2010
Responding to a Federal Request for Proposal (RFP)
The RFP uses the Uniform Contract Format found in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 14 and 15, Sealed Bidding and Competitive Negotiations respectively. Reading and more importantly understanding Federal regulations can be a daunting task. This class will focus on FAR Part 15 Competitive Negotiations. If your company is interested in winning larger more formal government contracts over a period of years, but are concerned that you don’t have a solid grasp on understanding some of these regulations...you should attend this class. Many times companies don’t compete for larger government contracts when they should, simply because they don’t understand how to prepare the paperwork. There is no charge for this event.
The Workshop will be held Tuesday, September 7, at the NLEA office in Boyne City from 9- 12:30. There is no charge for this seminar but space is limited. Please click the flyer below for more details.
September 13 & 14, 2010
2010 Michigan Downtown Conference
Want to see positive changes in your traditional downtown? Join downtown professionals, elected officials, community leaders and others in learning reasonable steps you can take to revitalize your downtown at the 2010 Michigan Downtown Conference on September 13 & 14.
The Michigan Downtown Conference Planning Partners are pleased to announce the keynote speakers for the 2010 conference. Urban Planning expert and author, Mr. James Howard Kunstler, will open the conference while Justin Rashid, President and CEO of American Spoon Foods, Inc., in Petoskey will close the event. For more information visit
http://www.michigandowntownconference.org/
Beginning September 20, 2010
International Business Certificate
Lake Superior State University is preparing the leaders and business owners of tomorrow. Classes are being held at the Gaylord Regional Center beginning September 20, 2010. The International Business Certificate is a stand-alone program designed to provide an understanding of the international business environment. It prepares business executives, managers, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow with the tools, content and experience necessary to succeed in the international business environment.
September 21, 2010
US Bicycle Route 35 - Public Hearing
The Corridor Committee of the Michigan Section of United States Bicycle Route 35 is proposing the designation of a bicycle route along the coast of Lake Michigan and crossing the Upper Peninsula. The route would run approximately 500 miles, from New Buffalo, Michigan to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, connecting cities along the way. The route is being developed with input from local road agencies such as road commissions, municipalities and the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Input has been requested from state and local bicycle clubs, as well as bicycle enthusiasts. A public hearing to take comment on the Michigan Section of USBR 35 will be held at 6:00 PM on September 21, 2010, at the Emmet County Fairgrounds. Maps of the route will be available and public comment and input on the routes is welcome. Please direct questions and comments on the route to Paul VandenBosch, USBR 35 Corridor Committee Secretary, at pvandenbosch@south-haven.com.
September 23, 2010
2010 NORTHERN MICHIGAN EMPLOYER FORUM
“Business Basics for Today’s Economy,” Thursday, September 23, 2010, from 11 AM to 5 PM. This affordable event will be held at the Otsego Club in Gaylord and welcomes speakers Denise Hansen – sbTdc (Small Business and Technology Development Center) Business Consultant, Rob Fowler – CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, Michelle Walk - Community Development Educator with MSU Extension and Tom Zernick - SBA (Small Business Administration) Services with Citizens Bank.
The $20.00 fee includes lunch and four compelling sessions designed to strengthen our region’s businesses. For additional information or to request a brochure and registration form, contact your local Michigan WORKS! Business Liaison, Angie Ross at 231-439-5213 or aross@nwm.cog.mi.us or download a registration form at www.employerforum.org. Deadline to register is Wednesday, September 15, 2010.
September 27, 2010
Capitalize the Future
Capital Improvements Programs and State & Federal Funding for Public Projects. Monday, September 27, from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Charlevoix Public Library.
This workshop will show you everything you need to know to prepare and adopt a Capital Improvements Program, (CIP). Communities that have adopted CIPs are more likely to receive state and federal funding. Please click the flyer below for more details.
September 30 - October 22, 2010
The Power of Lean Series
Learn how your organization can become more competitive in today’s marketplace. The Power of Lean Series utilizes hands-on activities to explore the benefits, tools, and implementation of Lean principles. These tools are designed to make your organization more competitive in today’s marketplace. The Power of Lean series consists of four, four-hour modules including the Lean Manufacturing Simulation, Value Stream Mapping, 5S Workplace Organization, and Lean Office Simulation. Classes begin September 30, 2010.
For more information see the flyer below or contact Vicki Rumbach at 231-995-2218 or vrumbach@nmc.edu.
October 20, 2010
Michigan Food Processors Summit
Michigan Food Processors will be hosting a FREE event on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn in Mt. Pleasant. Please click the flyer below for details.
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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