International Manufacturing Conference & Expo
Industries targeted: Automotive, construction and agriculture, medical, shipbuilding and marine, food & beverage equipment, plastics, machine tool or material handling, hydraulics and pneumatics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and various equipment.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012 – Wednesday, February 15, 2012.
The Galleriea at Erieview Tower
1301 East 9th St.
Cleveland, OH.
For more info visit www.mfgtradeshow.com. The Future of U.S. Manufacturing
Space is Limited! Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 8, 2012. Due to limited seating, advance payment is required.
Presenters:
Ned Hill, Ph.D.
Dean, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs
Cleveland State University
John Brandt
CEO
MPI Group
Over the past decade, Ned Hill and John Brandt have led research teams that have examined public policies and the operating practices of manufacturing firms across the United States. While many were busy, and mistakenly, writing off manufacturing as a part of America’s future, they were exploring how the best manufacturing organizations compete and how the best managers become leaders.
Dean Hill and Mr. Brandt will share their findings and discuss the future of manufacturing management, with an emphasis on small and mid-sized companies.
Join us for dinner and this opportunity to meet Ned Hill and John Brandt.
A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
About the Speaker Series
Sponsored by CSU's Alumni Association, the About Town speake…
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Lakewood Country Club
2613 Bradley Road
Westlake, Ohio 44145.
For more info visit www.cvent.com. Management Leadership Series with Andrew Savitz
Andrew Savitz is a creative business leader, advisor, author and speaker, with over 20 years of hands-on experience assisting corporations to become leaders in sustainability and environmental performance and reporting. An internationally known expert on corporate social responsibility and sustainability, Mr. Savitz is the author of The Triple Bottom Line: How the Best Run Companies are Achieving Economic, Social and Environmental Success - and How You Can Too. Mr. Savitz will provide practical advice to executives, managers and companies on how to create a blueprint for a sustainable, profitable future in today's daunting era of environmental and social pressures- in what he calls the “age of accountability.
Registration available one month prior to the event.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
MAGNET Manufacturing Innovation Center
1768 E. 25 St.
Cleveland, OH 44114.
WCOMC Series: Situational Leadership
You have a vision for your organization’s growth and the Workforce, Economic Development and Continuing Education Division of Rhodes State College can help support that vision.
How to properly supervise your workers in today’s workplace plays a big role in whether you can earn your co-workers respect, run
day-to-day operations effectively, and measure company success.
Remember, if you lead by example the others will follow. Improve your performance by increasing your effective leadership
skills and be ready to meet the difficult challenges of today’s economy and business world.
Register today. Develop extraordinary leaders and achieve extraordinary results!
· SITUATIONAL LEADERSHIP February 16, 2012
· DEALING WITH CONFLICT AND CONFRONTATION March 15, 2012
· GENERATION MANAGEMENT April 19, 2012
· MAKING MEETINGS WORK May 17, 2012
Any 4-hour Leadership workshop:
$115.00 non-WCOMC members
$105.00 WCOMC members
$99.00* Multiple-registrant Discount
$95.00** Early Bird Discount.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rhodes State College
4240 Campus Drive
Lima, OH 45804.
For more info visit www.wcomfg.com. The Future of U.S. Manufacturing
Space is Limited! Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 8, 2012. Due to limited seating, advance payment is required.
Presenters:
Ned Hill, Ph.D.
Dean, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs
Cleveland State University
John Brandt
CEO
MPI Group
Over the past decade, Ned Hill and John Brandt have led research teams that have examined public policies and the operating practices of manufacturing firms across the United States. While many were busy, and mistakenly, writing off manufacturing as a part of America’s future, they were exploring how the best manufacturing organizations compete and how the best managers become leaders.
Dean Hill and Mr. Brandt will share their findings and discuss the future of manufacturing management, with an emphasis on small and mid-sized companies.
Join us for dinner and this opportunity to meet Ned Hill and John Brandt.
A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
About the Speaker Series
Sponsored by CSU's Alumni Association, the About Town speake…
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Acacia Country Club
26899 Cedar Road
Lyndhurst, Ohio 44122.
For more info visit www.cvent.com. 2012 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit
The third annual ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit will be held at the Gaylord Convention Center. This event is designed to bring together key players from across the energy ecosystem – researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, corporate executives, and government officials – to share ideas for developing and deploying the next generation of clean energy technologies. The Summit's unique combination of leaders makes it the perfect forum for developing energy solutions that will enable America to out-innovate our global competitors.
Monday, February 27, 2012 – Wednesday, February 29, 2012.
Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center
Washington DC.
For more info visit www.energyinnovationsummit.com. ASMC Hill Day 2012
The American Small Manufacturers Coalition (ASMC) members and client companies gather once a year in the Washington, D.C. area for its annual “Hill Day” event. The purpose of the event is for ASMC members and clients companies to meet with his/her respective Congressional delegation to advocate support for the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program in its annual appropriations process. The support for the MEP program stems from the incredible technical assistance provided by ASMC members to the manufacturing community in efforts to improve the industry’s competitiveness through innovative solutions to manufacturers’ product, process and people needs.
ASMC will hold its next annual event on March 6-7, 2012 in Washington, D.C. Our goal for this event is to have most Representatives and Senators sign Dear Colleague letters asking appropriators to provide federal funding for the MEP program in FY13.
Lodging will be available at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 – Wednesday, March 7, 2012.
Renaissance Downtown Hotel
Washington, D.C.
For more info visit www.smallmanufacturers.org. AWS Conference on Automated Welding
Early registration discount deadline: January 20, 2012.
Talks will be made on a variety of topics, including tandem arc welding, hybrid welding, several hot wire processes, the new SAT process from Sweden, as well as presentations on the latest in networking, laser welding, welding of aluminum, robotic inspection, and friction stir welding. Speakers on U.S. Army challenges, such as GMA welding of titanium and the welding of ballistic steels will also be on the agenda.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 – Wednesday, March 7, 2012.
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Resort
Orlando, Florida.
For more info visit www.aws.org. Veteran Manufacturing Job Fair
Open to Veterans and their family
Employment Opportunities
On-Site Applications and Potential interviews
Ample Parking
For more information call the Veteran Employment Representatives at:
Stark: 330-491-2639/2606.
Tuscarawas: 330-602-2863
Summit: 330-630-3065/3059/4632
Wayne: 330-264-7761.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
The Job Center
1040 E Tallmadge Avenue
Akron, OH 44310.
For more info visit my.ohiomeansjobs.monster.com. The MFG Meeting: Manufacturing for Growth
Cosponsored by the Association for Manufacturing Technology; American Machine Tool Distributors' Association; National Tooling & Machining Association and Precision Metalforming Association.
The MFG Meeting (Manufacturing For Growth) brings together a broad spectrum of manufacturing business owners and top industry executives for a 4-day forum on how we can work together to restore manufacturing to its rightful place as an engine that drives the U.S. economy.
Jointly produced by four major industry trade groups, this ground-breaking event tackles the issues that affect the entire realm of manufacturing and provides a forum for a conversation that can’t be found at any event presented from a single sector’s perspective.
Pricing Information
Early-Bird Rates through 2/10/2011
$1,095 – Association Member Early-Bird
$ 995 ($100 discount) – Association Member Additional Registration
$ 695 – Association Member Spouse Registration
$ 695 – Member Guest Registration
$1,595…
Thursday, March 8, 2012 – Sunday, March 11, 2012.
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Orlando, FL.
For more info visit www.themfgmeeting.com. Composites Manufacturing 2012
The Composites Manufacturing 2012 conference and exhibits provides cutting edge knowledge on composite applications, processes and best practices. This three-day program features a dynamic combination of education, networking, exhibits, exclusive tours, industry keynotes and in-depth manufacturing insight.Manufacturing engineers and management from the world's dominating industries--aerospace, medical, wind energy, transportation, recreational, consumer products and green manufacturing--come together at this focused-event to discover new ways to stay relevant and competitive.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 – Thursday, March 15, 2012.
Phoenix Marriott Mesa Conference Center
Mesa, AZ.
For more info visit www.sme.org. Veteran Manufacturing Job Fair
Open to Veterans and their family
Employment Opportunities
On-Site Applications and Potential interviews
Ample Parking
For more information call the Veteran Employment Representatives at:
Stark: 330-491-2639/2606.
Tuscarawas: 330-602-2863
Summit: 330-630-3065/3059/4632
Wayne: 330-264-7761.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
The Employment Source
822 30th Street NW
Canton, OH 44709.
For more info visit my.ohiomeansjobs.monster.com. CES Annual Design & Construction Conference
Save the Date.
More information coming soon.
For information about the conference, sponsor / exhibit details or to reserve your booth call 216-361-3100.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012.
LaCentre
Westlake, OH.
For more info visit www.cesnet.org. OAI Distinguished Lecture Series Presents James Maser
James Maser, President of Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne Inc. will speak on "The State of the U.S. Rocket Industry Past and Present.".
Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ohio Aerospace Institute
22800 Cedar Point Road
Cleveland, OH.
For more info visit www.oai.org. WCOMC Series: Dealing with Conflict and Confrontation
You have a vision for your organization’s growth and the Workforce, Economic Development and Continuing Education Division of Rhodes State College can help support that vision.
How to properly supervise your workers in today’s workplace plays a big role in whether you can earn your co-workers respect, run
day-to-day operations effectively, and measure company success.
Remember, if you lead by example the others will follow. Improve your performance by increasing your effective leadership
skills and be ready to meet the difficult challenges of today’s economy and business world.
Register today. Develop extraordinary leaders and achieve extraordinary results!
· DEALING WITH CONFLICT AND CONFRONTATION March 15, 2012
· GENERATION MANAGEMENT April 19, 2012
· MAKING MEETINGS WORK May 17, 2012
Any 4-hour Leadership workshop:
$115.00 non-WCOMC members
$105.00 WCOMC members
$99.00* Multiple-registrant Discount
$95.00** Early Bird Discount.
Thursday, March 15, 2012, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rhodes State College
4240 Campus Drive
Lima, OH 45804.
For more info visit www.wcomfg.com. Trade Mission to Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam
Registration deadline is January 24, 2012.
The Ohio Department of Development invites you to take part in a trade mission to Jakarta, Indonesia, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Bangkok, Thailand from March 16-28, 2012. The mission will be led by the Ohio Department of Development’s Office of Export Assistance, in partnership with the Council of Great Lakes Governors. The purpose of the mission is to assist Ohio’s small- to medium-sized companies from the Great Lakes region to export their products and services to these exciting markets.
Trade Mission Itinerary
Friday, March 16 Depart United States for Indonesia
Saturday, March 17 P.M. Arrive in Jakarta, Indonesia
Sunday, March 18 Free
Monday, March 19 A.M. Country Briefi ng Individual
Business Meetings
Tuesday, March 20 Individual Business Meetings
Wednesday, March 21 A.M. Depart for Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam
Thursday, March 22 Individual Business Meetings
Friday, March 23 Individual Business Meetings
Saturday, March 24 P.M. Travel to Bangkok,…
Friday, March 16, 2012 – Wednesday, March 28, 2012.
Southeast Asia.
For more info visit www.neotec.org. FABTECH Canada 2012
With the growing success of FABTECH, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, we are excited to announce the launch of FABTECH Canada, located in the heart of Canada's engineering and technology region. Toronto will be host to FABTECH CANADA, March 20-22 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
This is the ONLY exclusive fabricating, welding and metal forming event in Canada. FABTECH is proud to bring the most relevant and important information on industry standards, new products and latest technologies to Canada.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 – Thursday, March 22, 2012.
Toronto Congress Centre
Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
For more info visit www.fabtechcanada.com. NorTech Innovation Awards
The 2012 NorTech Innovation Awards, presented by NorTech and Crain's Cleveland Business, will be held on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at LaCentre in Westlake.
Over the past several years, the NorTech Innovation Awards program has recognized Northeast Ohio innovators that are creating jobs, attracting capital, and generating positive economic impact for the region. In March, NorTech and Crain's Cleveland Business will once again recognize and honor breakthrough innovations at the much celebrated awards ceremony.
Anyone engaged in Northeast Ohio's technology community will find opportunities at this event to connect with movers and shakers in the region's technology and business community, network with friends and colleagues and learn about the most innovative new technologies transforming Northeast Ohio's economy.
Finalists will be publicly announced in the January 16 issue of Crain's Cleveland Business.
Thursday, March 22, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
LaCentre Conference and Banquet Facility
25777 Detroit Road
Westlake, OH 44145.
For more info visit www.regonline.com. International Electron Beam Welding Conference
The American Welding Society, the German Welding Society (DVS) and the International Institute of Welding (IIW) are organizing the second International Electron Beam Welding Conference (IEBW). After the successful first IEBW in Chicago, USA in November 2009 it was decided to stage the conference every two years, alternating between USA, Germany and, in the future, Asia. The event will receive further support from the Japan Welding Society.
IEBW brings together scientists, engineers and technical personnel from around the globe involved in the research, development, and application of Electron Beam Welding processes.
Monday, March 26, 2012 – Friday, March 30, 2012.
Aachen, Germany.
For more info visit dvs-ev.de. Ohio Safety Congress and Expo 2012
A forum for Ohio businesses to increase their knowledge and discover products and services that can keep their workers safe and healthy.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 – Thursday, March 29, 2012.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Columbus, Ohio.
For more info visit www.ohiobwc.com. Documentation & Compliance Seminar
This full day program will be led by Omari Wooden, Trade Ombudsman of the U.S. Census Bureau discussing responsibilities with AES and the different types of export transactions, as well as speakers from various Freight Forwarders to provide perspectives on Incoterms, Insurance, classification, general transportation, documentation, and small packaging, as well as many other compliance related topics.
AGENDA:
Routed vs. export transaction
Classifying your product
AES/EEI
Q&A with the U.S. Census Bureau
Incoterms
Insurance and labeling
Documentation and small packages
Earlybird Rate (by March 15) $125
Regular Rate (after March 15)$150
Price includes Continental breakfast and lunch
Registration and cancellation deadline is March 23, 2012. NO REFUNDS after this date. QUESTIONS? Call ITAC at 866.253.4358.
Thursday, March 29, 2012, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
Holiday Inn
6001 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131.
For more info visit www.neotec.org. OH-PENN Interstate Region Manufacturing Workforce Summit
Oh-Penn Manufacturing Workforce Summit
Where: Youngstown State University Kilcawley Center
When: 04/12/2012
Hosted by: Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition
& West Central PA Manufacturing Consortium
SAVE THE DATE!
Who should plan to attend?
Manufacturers, educators, government officials, community organizations and other regional leaders who are interesting in solving manufacturing skills shortages
The Purpose of the Summit
The Manufacturing Workforce Summit is designed to convene, educate, charge and mobilize the region’s key stakeholders to initiate to initiate actions that will support manufacturing growth and create career pathways for individuals.
Summit Attendees will:
•Gain a better understanding of the opportunities and growth potential for regional manufacturers and the workforce challenges at hand
•Define opportunities to improve education and training to be more relevant to the needs of the region’s manufacturers
•Hear ideas and solutions for preparing, attracting and retain…
Thursday, April 12, 2012, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH.
For more info visit www.mvmanufacturing.com. NOMSDC: Positioning for Growth Workshop for Minority-Owned Businesses
The Northern Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council (NOMSDC) and the Manufacturing Advocacy & Growth Network (MAGNET) invite you to attend “Positioning for Growth,” the first in a series of presentations on banking, finance, insurance, workforce and accounting topics designed to increase your company’s productivity and profitability.
Our featured speaker is Mark K. Harrison (right), President of The Business Consortium Fund, Inc. a business development program of the National Minority Supplier Development Council.
Look for further information in mid-February on additional presenters and topics.
Thursday, April 12, 2012, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
MAGNET Manufacturing Innovation Center
1768 E. 25 St.
Cleveland, OH 44114.
For more info visit www.nomsdc.org. Trade Mission to Brazil, Chile and Columbia
Registration deadline February 15, 2012.
The Ohio Department of Development invites you to take part in a trade mission to São Paulo, Brazil, Santiago, Chile, and Bogotá Colombia from April 14–24, 2012. The mission will be led by the Ohio Department of Development’s Office of Export Assistance, in partnership with the Council of Great Lakes Governors. The purpose of the mission is to assist Ohio small- to medium-size companies from the Great Lakes region to export their products and services to these dynamic and rapidly growing markets.
Trade Mission Itinerary
Saturday, April 14 P.M. Depart for São Paulo, Brazil
Sunday, April 15 A.M. Arrive in São Paulo, Brazil
P.M. Brazil Country Briefi ng,
Networking Dinner
Monday, April 16 Individual Business Meetings in São Paulo
Tuesday, April 17 Individual Business Meetings in São Paulo
Wednesday, April 18 A.M. Depart for Santiago, Chile
P.M. Chile and Colombia Country Briefi ng,
Networking Dinner
Thursday, April 19 Individual Business Meetings in Santi…
Saturday, April 14, 2012 – Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
South America.
For more info visit www.neotec.org. Ohio Unmanned Aerial Systems Conference
The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) industry is projected as the most dynamic growth sector in the Aerospace and Defense market. Successful UAS integration into the National Airspace System (NAS) is a key challenge to bring this industry to its fullest potential.
This conference will provide a forum to establish a UAS community partnership. We will bring together key officials and representatives from both government and industry to examine the requirements for access into the NAS, research needs, recent developments, critical capability gaps and directions in the industry.
The 2012 Ohio UAS Conference, UAS Aviation: A Partnership for the Future, will focus on the following topics:
Commercial and Business Applications/Opportunities
Challenges and Solutions (Operational and Technical)
UAS Operations in the NextGen Environment
Government, Industry, and Academic Perspectives.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 – Wednesday, April 18, 2012.
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH.
For more info visit www.ohiouasconference.com. LCCC Career Fair
Lorain County Community College, The Employment netWork, and the Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center would like to cordially invite you to the 2012 Career Fair on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at LCCC John A. Spitzer Conference Center from 12:00 PM—4:00 PM.
***Set up will be from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m.
At this event, you will meet with interested and qualified individuals seeking employment who will assist you with developing a competitive, productive workforce.
Registration/Fee: $75.00 --- This includes a display table and lunch for two representatives. (additional representatives welcome for an additional $10.00 fee)
Late Registration fee: $95.00 (after April 1, 2012)
Directions to LCCC:
http://www.lorainccc.edu/about+us/maps.htm.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Lorain County Community College
John A. Spitzer Conference Center
1005 N. Abbe Rd
Elyria, OH 44035.
For more info visit www.lorainccc.edu. Ohio Shale Boom: Tapping New Profits
PANELISTS:
- Orla E. (Chip) Collier III, Partner & Co-Chair of Energy Practice Group
Benesch
- Sylvia Barnes, Managing Director and Group Head of Oil & Gas
KeyBanc Capital Markets
- William T. Beaufait, Shareholder
Maloney + Novotny LLC
MODERATOR:
- Dan Shingler, Reporter
Crain's Cleveland Business
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Single tickets are $40 and corporate tables of (8) are $275.
Please note, all tickets must be purchased in advance.
Sponsored by: Benesch, KeyBanc Capital M…
Thursday, April 19, 2012, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
1515 West 3rd Street
Cleveland, OH 44113.
For more info visit www.regonline.com. WCOMC Series: Generation Management
You have a vision for your organization’s growth and the Workforce, Economic Development and Continuing Education Division of Rhodes State College can help support that vision.
How to properly supervise your workers in today’s workplace plays a big role in whether you can earn your co-workers respect, run
day-to-day operations effectively, and measure company success.
Remember, if you lead by example the others will follow. Improve your performance by increasing your effective leadership
skills and be ready to meet the difficult challenges of today’s economy and business world.
Register today. Develop extraordinary leaders and achieve extraordinary results!
· GENERATION MANAGEMENT April 19, 2012
· MAKING MEETINGS WORK May 17, 2012
Any 4-hour Leadership workshop:
$115.00 non-WCOMC members
$105.00 WCOMC members
$99.00* Multiple-registrant Discount
$95.00** Early Bird Discount.
Thursday, April 19, 2012, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rhodes State College
4240 Campus Drive
Lima, OH 45804.
For more info visit www.wcomfg.com. Management Leadership Series with Ken Schmidt
Experts say the economy is improving. Consumer and corporate spending and investment behaviors have changed dramatically in the wake of the economic recession. Shopping for “lowest price” has become standard operating procedure and put customer loyalty on life support. Distrust of the financial services industry is rampant. But Ken Schmidt knows how to succeed in challenging times. As a major player in one of the most celebrated turnarounds in corporate history, he helped transform Harley-Davidson from a market laggard into one of the world’s most dominant brands. Learn how understanding and leveraging the basic drivers of human behavior can kick start your business and put you in the passing lane.
Registration will be available one-month prior to the event.
Thursday, April 26, 2012, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
MAGNET Manufacturing Innovation Center
1768 E. 25 St.
Cleveland, OH 44114.
2012 Ohio Fuel Cell Symposium
Exhibitor/Sponsorship info available now from pat.valente@fuelcellcorridor.com.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012 – Wednesday, May 2, 2012.
The Spitzer Center
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH.
For more info visit www.fuelcellcorridor.com. FabTech Mexico 2012
FABTECH Mexico, co-sponsored by the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, Int'l (FMA) and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), will co-locate with the established AWS Weldmex and METALFORM Mexico. The annual show rotates between Monterrey and Mexico City each year. The "Mega Event" held at the Centro Banamex in Mexico City, Mexico, May 2-4, 2012, is anticipated to bring more than 350 exhibitors, 50,000 net square feet of floor space and over 7,000 attendees from Mexico and Central America.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 – Friday, May 4, 2012.
Centro Banamex
Mexico City, Mexico.
For more info visit www.fabtechmexico.com.