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Thursday, May 22, 2008

NY Digital Basins Software Forum 2008

Thursday, May 22, 2008

225

This program is for software entrepreneurs to discuss important trends affecting software firms.

You are invited to join other software entrepreneurs, financiers, social networking executives and other industry experts at this Forum.  Seating is limited to the first 100 attendees to register. 

Visit the website for full details.

Friday, May 23, 2008

NY Digital Basins Software Forum 2008

Friday, May 23, 2008

225

This program is for software entrepreneurs to discuss important trends affecting software firms.

You are invited to join other software entrepreneurs, financiers, social networking executives and other industry experts at this Forum.  Seating is limited to the first 100 attendees to register. 

Visit the website for full details.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

International Road Show

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

NYS Department of Economic Development is taking its expertise on the road.  They are hosting the first annual International Road Show from June 2 through June 6.  The event starts in New York City on June 2, to Albany on June 3, Syracuse on June 4, Rochester on June 5, and Buffalo on June 6.

Whether your company is expert ready or you are interested in learning how to export your goods, the International Road show is an excellent opportunity for New York businesses to develop new foreign markets that will increase exports and profits in 2008 and beyond.

The foreign office representatives will introduce those in attendance to qualified sales representatives or distributors in the Americas, Asia, Europe and Africa, and discuss other services, such as market intelligence, advice regarding foreign business practices and the key foreign trade shows in your market sector.

Thursday, June 5, 2008

Start Up Boot Camp

Thursday, June 5, 2008

8:30 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

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Held by Cornell's Center for Technology Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC), this one day event will provide you with important information on starting a new technology business. The day will feature panels of entrepreneurs, investors, and technologists in life and physical sciences. A panel will also discuss legal, policy and operational issues. The key note lunch speaker will be John Alexander, '74, Cornell Trustee and Founder of The CBORD Group. The event will end with a cocktail reception and dinner for registered attendees. Space is limited. To register contact LC12@cornell.edu or register online at http://www.cctec.cornell.edu/events/startup-boot-camp-registration.php5.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Syracuse Technology Roundtable

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

No Fee

Join us for a Roundtable discussion and learn how the Empire State Development Corporation is changing to better serve the business communities of New York through new innovative approaches to economic development, collaborative models, stimulating entrepreneurship and much more.

*LINDA DICKERSON HARTSOCK
Central New York Regional Director
Empire State Development

Linda joined Empire State Development in September 2007, and is responsible for managing its regional office which serves Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego Counties. She was previously President and CEO of the Cortland County Business Development Corporation and the Cortland County Industrial Development Agency.  Prior to moving to the Central New York region in 1999, she was the President and CEO of Pattern for Progress, a nine-county Hudson Valley regional planning, policy and development group spanning from New York City to Albany.  She was also a long-time faculty member at Marist College, teaching organizational studies. Her expertise is developing regional partnerships for economic and community development.

The Syracuse Technology Roundtable is collaboration between the CASE Center of Syracuse University and the Syracuse Technology Garden that offers access to the best resources of academia and industry, both regional and national.  The Roundtable provides valuable programming and networking opportunities to anyone interested in the growth and development of the Central New York technology economy.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Partner America Small Business Conference

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

7:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.

No Fee

 

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

___________________

 

Matthew J. Driscoll, Mayor

                                                     

 

Dear Business Owner:

 

You are an integral part of Syracuse’s strong and growing economy.  In fact, here in Syracuse, we believe that small business is big business and we are committed to helping you grow and prosper.  Therefore, I would like to cordially invite you to participate in our inaugural Small Business Conference. 

 

This event is being offered at no cost to you.  All we ask is an investment of your time.  The conference is sponsored by the City of Syracuse, Partner America, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors.  The purpose of the conference is to provide our small business community with the tools and the knowledge to increase business and successfully manage their growth.

 

The program will include national Partner America spokesperson and Executive Vice-President of American Management Services, Inc., Louis M. Mosca.  Mr. Mosca will share his insights about the keys to running a profitable and successful business.  In addition, representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) officials from Empire State Development Corporation, the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, Metropolitan Development Association and the City of Syracuse will be available to discuss both State and local programs that are available with each agency to assist you directly.

 

It is my hope that you will join us for this event which can directly benefit you and make Syracuse a better place to live, work and invest. An RSVP is required; please call 315-448-8101 and leave a message to reserve your seat today.  Or, feel free to contact Marge Simcuski of my staff, to discuss the event directly at 315-448-8471.

 

I look forward to seeing you on June 17th.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Matthew J. Driscoll

Mayor

  • Location: Hotel Syracuse Persian Terrace
  • Website:
  • Phone:315 448 8471
  • Email:
Tuesday, June 24, 2008

German American Renewable Energy Conference

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

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The Fourth German American Renewable Energy Conference will take place June 24, 2008 at the National Grid building in Syracuse, New York. The event is organized by the German American Chamber of Commerce, which for 60 years has promoted bilateral business relations between the US and Germany.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Keuka College Accelerated Studies for Adults Program

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.

FREE

Join us as we learn about Keuka College's accelerated studies program for adults.  The program is designed to help adults earn their Bachelor's degree in as little as two years or master's degree in 17 months. 

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Venture Bplan Series

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Free

The Venture Bplan series is Tech Valley’s premier monthly venture forum. Each month, two start-up technology ventures are invited from across the region to present their business plans and financial needs before a panel of investors and a general audience. The events attract an audience of a hundred or more attendees each month, including investors, entreprenuers, students, faculty, and members of the business community.
Center for Economic Growth and Incubator Staff take presenting companies through a rigorous coaching process before the event. Businesses at the beginning of the equity fund raising process are especially encouraged to become involved. A panel of professional investors provide questions and feedback on the presentations as do a formal group of area consultants after the event. Presenting companies are invited to apply to the Tech Vally Angel Network forum at half off the usual application fee. Of the many companies that have presented to date, 35% have subsequently received equity funding.
Contact Roz Harris at CEG for additional info. or email rosalindh@CEG.org

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

PODCAR; A Sustainable Form of Transportation

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.

FREE

This session is a preview of the International Podcar City Conference to be held in Ithaca on September 14-16.  The event is a preliminary conversation with Syracuse area citizens about the potential economic and environmental impacts that the manufacturing, construction and utilization of a comprehensive PRT (personal rapid transit) network would have on our region.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

The Truth About Small Business

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

7:30 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.

$5

Event is 5th in the series of 13 monthly sessions on "Talking Business: A Conversation With..."

Jill Hurst-Wahl, ePractitioner and President of Hurst Associates, Ltd. is coordinating the speakers for the series which is an Enitiative program funded by a grant from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

 

Thursday, August 21, 2008

Art Exhibit and Open House

Thursday, August 21, 2008

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

FREE

Event sponsored by Visory Group.

Come and enjoy a fun event that offers a networking opportunity with the promise of beautiful artwork created by local artists.

Jazz ensemble and refreshments.  RSVP is appreciated by not required.

 

 

 

Visory Group Unified Communications Briefing

Thursday, August 21, 2008

1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.

Call for Details

The Visory Group has lined up key speakers from Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Dialogic, Gold Systems, and Softmart.

Learn how software based Unified Communications bridges the gap between all your separate communications types: 

  • Communications systems: Legacy and IP PBX, voice mail, Internet, desk telephones, fax.
  • Productivity tools: email, instant messages, mobile devices, office applications
  • Services: audio, video and web conferencing, voice service provider

This informational event is being held prior to the Open House and Art Exhibit.

Contact Visory Group for more information.

 

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Party at the Tech Garden with WBOC

Thursday, September 18, 2008

5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

FREE

Party at the Tech Garden!  WBOC is "On the Town" and invite others to stop in for this networking reception!  Entrepreneurs, dreamers and doers are invited to network while visiting the Tech Garden and viewing the artwork of local artists; a special feature is the Girls Inc. art show.

Registration is not required but appreciated.

Plan a few hours at the garden meeting friends and pass your business card to those you do not know...tour the garden...view the artwork...enjoy the refreshments..

 Visit www.WBOConnection.org 

 WBOC (Women Business Owners Connection) is the premier organization in CNY for women in business. The 180 members are women business owners, women in business and women business start-ups.

“Whether running our own business, working for an employer or launching a new endeavor, we are connected through our entrepreneurial mindset.

Our Mission...
We support and advance the success of women entrepreneurs

WBOC provides stronger connections, education, support and inspiration through:

* Monthly meetings the first Wednesday of each month from September through June

* Educational programs

* Connecting programs

* Kinship with other women entrepreneurs

* Marketing and promotion to enhance awareness of your business and women entrepreneurship

* Collaboration with other organizations supporting entrepreneurship”

 

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

MedTech08 Biosciences Summit

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Early registration ends Friday, September 12

Growing, Changing, Booming:  Adapting healthcare to the needs of an aging population.

BIOSCIENCE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Featuring thought leaders from: Zogby International, New England Healthcare Institute, JUMP Associates, Partners Healthcare, and others.

Visit www.medtech.org/MT08 for a full description of the program.