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| events for september 2008 |
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Wed, Sep 3, 2008
8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Lynnwood Convention Center |
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Governor's Economic and Workforce Development Conference - September 3-4
Join us at this year's Economic and Workforce Development Conference to network and brainstorm how to drive economic development locally in a global economy.
Learn new strategies, discuss hot topics, listen to best practices, and make important connections to help move your community forward. The conference program features:
An update from Gov. Chris Gregoire on The Next Washington
Recognition of 2008 Economic and Workforce Development Award recipients
Cutting-edge workshops on industry clusters, Innovation Partnership Zones and the green economy
Compelling breakout sessions to help your organization thrive in a global economy
http://www.governor.wa.gov/priorities/economy/conference/
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Sat, Sep 6, 2008
8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
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Technical College, 3000 NE 4th Street, in Renton |
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Biz Fair 2008 - Get a small business boost at Biz Fair 2008
Find small business help in an easy atmosphere at the 12th Annual Washington Small Business Fair. This free event offers valuable information and counseling from business experts and staff from federal and state government agencies.
Get information and training in one day and one place from local business experts, trade organizations and government agencies about how to create or expand a small business and how to navigate taxes and other government requirements. More than 40 seminars will be taught by business professionals on a wide variety of topics, including web site design, business law, financing, marketing, and business planning. br>
Biz Fair is free, with plenty of free parking and no advance registration. You can stay for the entire event or come for part of the day.
http://www.bizfair.org
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Wed, Sep 10, 2008
8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Downtown Bremerton |
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Urban Waterfront Revitalization - September 10 - 12. Some of the best speakers in the country on the subject of urban waterfront revitalization will be speaking
September 10th, 11th, and 12th at the Urban Waterfront Revitalization Conference in Bremerton. There will
be two pre-conference workshops on Sustainable Shorelines which you will not want to miss. To register
please call 206-226-7224 or go to www.uwrconference.com. Some of the conference sponsors include:
Leader Fair Weather, OPUS, Wet Design, LMN Architects, Foster Pepper, Parametrix, CH2M Hill, PSE, Land
Title Co., Kitsap Credit Union, Anthony’s, and Port of Bremerton.
206-226-7224
http://www.uwrconference.com
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Mon, Sep 15, 2008
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
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Norm Dicks Government Center, Bremerton |
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Procurement 101 - In an effort to educate local and regional businesses on how to do business with government agencies, Sen. Derek Kilmer (D-Gig Harbor), vice-chair of the Senate Economic Development, Trade & Management Committee, will be hosting a discussion titled "Procurement 101."
More speakers will be added to the agenda. Any business interested in contracting with the government should attend this event.
Confirmed Speakers:
-James Weaver, Development Director for the City of Port Orchard
-Carol Etgen, City Clerk for the City of Bremerton
-Roger Milliman, Director of Business Development, Grays Harbor Economic Development Council
-Jane "Lucy" Leu, Director of the Small Business Programs Office (SBPO) for the Fleet and Industrial Supply Center - Puget Sound (FISC)
-Rand Reidrich, Director, SBDC - OC
The discussion will include presentations on "The Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Program" and "NAVY/PTAC: Selling to the Navy." The event is open to the public.
Colleen Thompson
360-297-8736
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Tue, Sep 16, 2008
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
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KEDA Offices (4312 Kitsap Way, Suite 103, Bremerton) |
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Thank You Reception for Mary DesMarais - Join us in thanking Mary DesMarais for 22 years of service to economic development in our community!
Kathy Cocus
360-377-0180
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Wed, Sep 17, 2008
8:00 am - 2:00 pm |
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Kitsap Conference Center & Bremerton Boardwalk |
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2008 West Sound Safety & Health Expo - FREE! The public is welcome to visit the exhibits and hands-on displays to learn more about safety & health. don't miss our kids zone!
Brought to you by the City of Bremerton in partnership with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility.
Charlotte Belmore
360-473-5926
http://www.ci.bremerton.wa.us
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Thu, Sep 18, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
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Poulsbo Regional Library - Community Room |
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Advanced Technology Protecting Your Puget Sound - Dr. Nelson Ludlow and the Intelli-Check Mobilisa, Inc. team will describe how their latest research and development in wireless buoys will be used to monitor water quality in our local waterways while at the same time enhancing port security at our local bases. Learn about the advances in environmental and security sensors and how the powerful combination with self-healing networks will fuel the drive to save the Puget Sound and Hood Canal.
Cost: Free to WSTPA members; $10 for non-members. Refreshments and monthly geek raffle prize. RSVP required via email below.
http://www.wstpa.org
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Mon, Sep 29, 2008
8:00 am |
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Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA |
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Exporting in the Flat World - the official Washington State Export Certificate Course - September 29 - October 1. Improve your exporting skills and learn how to develop an international business plan and marketing strategy.
The three-day certificate course will be taught by Jim Foley, author of the best selling book, “Global Entrepreneur: Taking your Business International.” It focuses on the following areas:
• Global Business Management
• Global Marketing
• Supply Chain Management
• Trade Finance
Troy DeFrank
206-256-6145
http://www.wsbdc.org/training/register.php?classid=20
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Thu, Oct 2, 2008
9:00 am |
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Bellevue Courtyard Marriott - Bellevue, WA |
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"Opportunities for Technology & Software Companies in China: A Detailed Toolkit" Seminar -
If you are involved in Software or Technology, please consider joining CTED at the first annual "Opportunities for Technology Companies in China: A Detailed Toolkit".
Whether you are seeking cost-effective Research and Development, Outsourcing Options, Partnering, or Merging with an international company, our program will give you the tools you'll need. This two-day program designed for members of the Technology and Software Industries will teach you how to create a business relationship in China, the process of going to China, as well as Tax, Intellectual Property and Insurance Issues, and will familiarize you with the resources available to American businesses in China. You will also have the opportunity to meet and network with some of the Northwest's best, brightest, and most experienced in international trade and China.
The Pacific Northwest is ideally situated to take advantage of the Asian Pacific Rim, specifically China. If you work in the Software or Technology fields, it is in your best interest to consider doing business in China.
This seminar is available via Live Webcast, which will allow you to tap into the event with your computer. Live CLE Credits are available for WA.
Karl da Gama Campos
206-256-6142
http://www.theseminargroup.net/brochures/08.DBCWA2%20Brochure%20ni.pdf
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Thu, Oct 9, 2008
4:00 pm - 7:30 pm |
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Silverdale Beach Hotel, Silverdale, WA |
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Technology Convergence: The Integrated Lifestyle - Technology convergence involves the synergistic combination of voice (and telephony features), data (and productivity applications) and video onto a single network. Once previously separate, these technologies are now able to share resources and interact with each other creating new efficiencies. Your life just got better!
Join WSTA as we explore the integration of multimedia, IP, telework and medical technologies - and their impact on both the home and business markets.
http:// www.wstpa.org/summit2008.asp
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