BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mass MEP - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Mass MEP X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://massmep.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mass MEP REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183814Z UID:10000797-1656500400-1656504000@massmep.org SUMMARY:Offshore Wind Industry: Landing Supply Chain Opportunities For Local Manufacturing DESCRIPTION:The offshore wind industry has arrived in Massachusetts. \nWhere will the components of the planned offshore wind turbine structures be manufactured? The answer is crucial for local communities and businesses\, particularly manufacturers interested to expand into new markets through participation in a diverse supply chain. \nJoin us to learn more about the burgeoning offshore wind industry and how your company can participate. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/offshore-wind-industry-landing-supply-chain-opportunities-for-local-manufacturing/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Offshore-Wind-OVzJb4.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220624T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220624T133000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183815Z UID:10000802-1656077400-1656077400@massmep.org SUMMARY:Countdown to CMMC Compliance DESCRIPTION:CMMC is less than a year away from becoming a rule. On June 24th\, organizations in the defense industrial base (DIB) will have the chance to get guidance and clarity from top DoD officials on program timelines and their responsibility to comply with CMMC and DFARS 7012. \nJoin PreVeil and some of the nation’s largest Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEPs) as they host an important conversation with top DoD officials Mr David McKeown (DoD CISO) and Ms Stacy Bostjanick (CMMC\,Director). These speakers will provide guidance on: \n\nImportant CMMC program updates\nExpected changes to program timelines\nContractor obligations under DFARS 7012\n\nBy attending this webinar\, DIB organizations will understand changes to the CMMC program\, how they can best prepare themselves and the importance of getting their compliance programs started. Sign up today and reserve your seat. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \n \n \n  URL:https://massmep.org/event/countdown-to-cmmc-compliance/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183813Z UID:10000792-1655298000-1655301600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Scan To Reverse Engineer with Functional 3D DESCRIPTION:  \nWhen a part goes out of production or drawings need updating\, 3D scanning can help you speed up your design workflow and meet customer obligations. \nIt’s a challenge that becomes more common by the day: A smaller manufacturer can no longer get critical parts from their supplier\, but drawings don’t exist. How will they continue to meet customer contracts? OR\, drawings have changed over the decades but weren’t documented along the way. How long would it take to reverse engineer that key part and get work flowing again? \n3D scanning technology offers very real benefits to small and medium-sized manufacturers in a variety of areas\, including reverse engineering to solve supply chain challenges or to embrace additive manufacturing. Polaris MEP has teamed up with 3D scanning specialist Christopher Wilczewski for a series of fast-paced webinars about the applications of 3D scanning in manufacturing. \nThis third and final “episode” in our Spring 2022 series focuses on the potential benefits of 3D scanning for reverse engineering/CAD. \nWHAT TO EXPECT\n1) Overview of the role 3D scans play in the “new” reverse engineering\n2) Understand how you can create Surface CAD bodies to be used in traditional CAD applications – even with organically shaped or hand made objects\n3) Hear how 3D scans can allow for modern manufacturing such as Additive / 3D printing or forging\n4) Manufacturer Mini-Success Story \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nOwners\, Founders\, senior executives of RI manufacturing companies\nEngineering\, Maintenance\, Procurement leads\nOperations\, Production leads\n\nABOUT THE TRAINER\n \nChristopher Wilczewski is the Founder and CEO of Functional 3D\, a 3D scanning service and consulting company based in Providence\, RI. The focus of Functional 3D is to bring the value of 3D capture technology without the large upfront costs and time associated with integrating this kind of technology. Industries supported include commercial construction\, manufacturing\, design and historical preservation with projects as small as a Revolutionary War era flint to as large as a 17-story building in New York City. \nPrior to starting his own firm\, Christopher was an engineer and account manager at FARO Technologies\, one of the leading manufacturers of 3D capture technologies. There he had the opportunity to learn and develop workflows in various fields and organizations across the US igniting his passion for the technology. \nChristopher is a member of DesignXRI and the Rhode Island Manufacturing Association. \n  \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/scan-to-reverse-engineer-with-functional-3d/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Formeinsatz_Reverse-Engineering-300x200-1-aUmA0d.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183814Z UID:10000795-1655290800-1655294400@massmep.org SUMMARY:Human Capital Barometrics Information Session DESCRIPTION:Human Capital Barometrics\, not a college science class! \nIntroducing a new tool for workforce information – Human Capital Barometrics. \nWhy do YOU want HCB?\nIt can be used to measure your current conditions and help you plan for the future. \nWhat are the benefits?\nThis can improve hiring\, retention\, and help you make future investments. \nWith speakers from both Polaris MEP and VMEC speaking on their own experiences implementing HCB\, this is open to all manufacturers in MA\, RI\, and VT. \nJoin us for an hour of the who\, what\, where\, when and why of HCB and how it will work in your organization. \nPartners: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/human-capital-barometrics-information-session/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183813Z UID:10000791-1652878800-1652882400@massmep.org SUMMARY:Scan To Quality Reporting with Functional 3D DESCRIPTION:  \nMeasurement is the first step in quality control\, the foundation of improvement and critical to Customer satisfaction. How can 3D scanning technology improve your quality reporting? \n3D offers very real benefits to small and medium-sized manufacturers in a variety of areas. Polaris MEP has teamed up with 3D scanning specialist Christopher Wilczewski for a series of fast-paced webinars about the applications of 3D scanning in manufacturing. \nThis second “episode” in our Spring 2022 series focuses on the potential benefits of 3D scanning as it relates to quality. Attendees will learn how 3D scans could improve the quality reports provided to customers\, increasing satisfaction. \nThe technology also can be used to confirm that the parts you receive from your suppliers meet your expectations – or even modify them to fit your needs. For example\, are you struggling with a plastic part and can’t figure out why? A 3D scan could help you spot deformations AND the data can be used to modify molds to produce the correct shape. \nWHAT TO EXPECT\n1) Overview of the advantages of 3D scanning for measurement vs. manual quality \n2) Best practices / lessons learned for leveraging 3D scans to improve quality reporting and/or automating GD&T reports \n3) Insights on how the technology can be used to improve quality of parts received from suppliers \n4) Manufacturer Mini-Success Story \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nOwners\, Founders\, senior executives of RI manufacturing companies\nEngineering\, Quality leads\n\nABOUT THE TRAINER\n \nChristopher Wilczewski is the Founder and CEO of Functional 3D\, a 3D scanning service and consulting company based in Providence\, RI. The focus of Functional 3D is to bring the value of 3D capture technology without the large upfront costs and time associated with integrating this kind of technology. Industries supported include commercial construction\, manufacturing\, design and historical preservation with projects as small as a Revolutionary War era flint to as large as a 17-story building in New York City. \nPrior to starting his own firm\, Christopher was an engineer and account manager at FARO Technologies\, one of the leading manufacturers of 3D capture technologies. There he had the opportunity to learn and develop workflows in various fields and organizations across the US igniting his passion for the technology. \nChristopher is a member of DesignXRI and the Rhode Island Manufacturing Association. \n  \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/scan-to-quality-reporting-with-functional-3d/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/qa_inspection_report_570308-300x162-1-2gNX4x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183814Z UID:10000796-1652698800-1652702400@massmep.org SUMMARY:MMAP Information Session DESCRIPTION:  \nMassachusetts Technology Collaborative (“Mass Tech Collaborative” or “MassTech”)\, on behalf of the Center for Advanced Manufacturing (“CAM”) is issuing this Request for Proposals for state cost share to support manufacturing projects (Solicitation No.2022-CAM-03) (the “Solicitation” or “Solicitation”) from qualified manufacturers (“Respondents”) located within the Commonwealth’s borders\, as part of the state’s on-going commitment to the manufacturing industry. Respondents will be competing against each other for funds dedicated to manufacturing expansion grants to accelerate company growth. The submissions of all Respondents shall be compared and evaluated pursuant to the evaluation criteria set forth in this Solicitation. \nThe Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerate Program (“MMAP”) provides capital cost share up to $250\,000 for projects located within the Commonwealth’s borders\, as part of the state’s on-going commitment to the manufacturing industry. \nThe program aims to help Massachusetts-based small to medium sized manufacturers prepare their businesses to meet the demands of Industry 4.0 and the manufacturing of new technologies and innovations that align with key industries in the Commonwealth\, including semiconductor\, defense and aerospace\, battery technologies and additive manufacturing. \nThe MMAP program: \n\nProvides CAPITAL: Through necessary capital equipment purchases\, a manufacturer will have access to new supply chain connections\, new opportunities\, and growth.\nCreates PARTNERSHIPS: This program aims to make connections between manufacturers and non-profit partners to help build an ecosystem of support for our manufacturers to collaborate and rely on. These partnerships will provide assistance through technical support\, workforce development support\, business connections\, or other means of assistance\, depending on the partner\, to help manufacturers drive efficiencies and scale their business.\n\nIt is a requirement that a company collaborate with a non-profit\, academic or quasi state agency partner to receive funding. Non-profit partners include academic institutions of higher learning (except for state academic institutions)\, or a non-profit such as Mass Robotics\, MassHire workforce boards\, or MassMEP\, or other quasi state agencies. \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/mmap-information-session/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183810Z UID:10000783-1651582800-1651586400@massmep.org SUMMARY:Front Line Supervisor Training Info Session DESCRIPTION:  \nThis will be an hour-long info session introducing the training for Front Line Supervisor which is designed to provide both awareness and education through classroom and actual “hands-on” exercises in the work environment with an emphasis on the Scientific Method of problem-solving\, team building\, and conflict resolution. Also being discussed is the funding available to companies to be a part of the training. \nTakeaways: \n\nRegistered apprenticeship (company will become a “co-sponsor” with MassMEP)\nQualifies for MA Registered Apprentice Tax Credit ($4\,800/apprentice)\nFunding support available through the Workforce Training Fund\n\nWho Should Attend: \nSupervisors and Work Leaders that are responsible for and coordinate the activities of production workers\, such as inspectors\, machine setters\, assemblers\, fabricators\, and maintenance. \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/front-line-supervisor-training-info-session-2/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183813Z UID:10000790-1650459600-1650463200@massmep.org SUMMARY:Scan To Facility Layout with Functional 3D DESCRIPTION:  \nMoving into a new building? Expanding your current one? 3D scans can help you increase the efficiency\, speed and accuracy of your facility layout project. \n3D scanning used to be something for science fiction. However\, the technology is quite real and available and offers very real benefits to small and medium-sized manufacturers. \nPolaris MEP has teamed up with 3D scanning specialist Christopher Wilczewski for a series of fast-paced webinars about the applications of 3D scanning in manufacturing. \nThe first “episode” focuses on 3D scanning when modeling or designing a facility layout. Attendees will learn how 3D scanning \n\n provides significant time savings\,\n reduces chance of incorrect/missing data and\n reduces the need for return visits.\n\nWHAT TO EXPECT\n1) Overview of how 3D scanning differs from traditional 2D measurements \n2) Tips on what needs to be scanned (spoiler alert: not everything needs to be modeled!) \n3) Understanding of how & why 3D scanning increases efficiency and accuracy (reducing cost and frustration) \n4) Mini-Success Story: Windmoeller and Hoelscher \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nOwners\, Founders\, senior executives of RI manufacturing companies\nChief Operations Officers (COOs)\, Operations Managers\, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)\nFacility move/expansion team members including maintenance and engineering\n\nABOUT THE TRAINER\n \nChristopher Wilczewski is the Founder and CEO of Functional 3D\, a 3D scanning service and consulting company based in Providence\, RI. The focus of Functional 3D is to bring the value of 3D capture technology without the large upfront costs and time associated with integrating this kind of technology. Industries supported include commercial construction\, manufacturing\, design and historical preservation with projects as small as a Revolutionary War era flint to as large as a 17-story building in New York City. \nPrior to starting his own firm\, Christopher was an engineer and account manager at FARO Technologies\, one of the leading manufacturers of 3D capture technologies. There he had the opportunity to learn and develop workflows in various fields and organizations across the US igniting his passion for the technology. \nChristopher is a member of DesignXRI and the Rhode Island Manufacturing Association. \n  \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/scan-to-facility-layout-with-functional-3d/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183806Z UID:10000768-1645700400-1645704000@massmep.org SUMMARY:MMAP 2021 recap & 2022 funding opportunities DESCRIPTION:2.24.22\nThe MMAP program aids to help Massachusetts- based small to medium-sized manufacturers prepare their businesses to meet the demands of Industry 4.0 and the manufacturing of new technologies and innovations that align with key industries in the Commonwealth. \nRegister for this one-hour webinar with Center for Advanced Manufacturing\, Director Christine Nolan and MassMEP Sales & Marketing Director\, Kristy Grignon as they provide a recap on the 2021 MMAP and the new funding opportunities available in 2022 for Massachusetts Manufacturers with MMAP. Key takeaways from this webinar program overview\, key points\, takeaways\, and be available to answer your questions. She will also be discussing the grant 13 companies were awarded with and what’s to come in the next 5 years with that. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/mmap-2021-recap-2022-funding-opportunities/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2.2.22-NzZqGA.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183809Z UID:10000773-1645614000-1645617600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Industry 4.0 Roadmapping Information Session DESCRIPTION:3/23/22 11AM-12PM\nIn 2021 MassMEP introduced a new Industry 4.0 Consortium based around growth strategy. After a year with the consortium\, Mark Roth & Gregg Bauer are returning to provide details on new solutions that were created from the initial consortium. \nIn this one-hour webinar\, Marc and Gregg will walk you through an Industry 4.0 Roadmap with multiple options that are now available for your solutions. Attend one\, two or all three of these consortiums to maximize your impact with an Industry 4.0 Roadmap: \n– Business Growth Consortium\n– Continuous Improvement Consortium\n– Supply Chain Consortium \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/industry-4-0-roadmapping-information-session/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3.23.22-1-Fm4Krl.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183809Z UID:10000777-1645538400-1645542000@massmep.org SUMMARY:The Secret to Improving Your Leadership... Really DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWhy do so few leadership improvement efforts produce the results that leaders and business sponsors want? What is in the way? Through decades of working with manufacturers to help them improve their companies and leadership\, we’ve discovered that there are five common obstacles to leadership improvement that must be overcome in order to achieve the desired results. \nWe’ve also developed a process that will help any organization improve their leaders – and not just a little improvement\, but the “who are you and what have you done with my old leader” type of improvement that we’re all after in our development efforts. \nJoin Keith Gammill from the Arkansas Manufacturing Extension Partnership as he discusses: \n1. The five common obstacles to leadership improvement and a methodology to overcome them\n2. The importance of vision and what it does for your leadership\n3. How to apply the Toyota Kata improvement methodology to leadership improvement\n4. Why so many confuse management for leadership and why this matters\n5. The Transformational Leadership Improvement process through the lens of a frontline leader\n6. How to improve your workplace resilience \nThe MEP National Network will host this workforce webinar with Quality Digest. \nFor more information\, email jennifer.rosa@nist.gov. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/the-secret-to-improving-your-leadership-really/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183808Z UID:10000772-1644836400-1644840000@massmep.org SUMMARY:All Love in the MassMEP House of Lean DESCRIPTION:  \nMassMEP House of Lean Information Session 2.14.22\n  \nHappy Valentine’s Day! \nJoin the MassMEP House of Lean SME’s\, Henry Hall and Brian Harvey for a one-hour information session on how to build your “House of Lean” with MassMEP. \nHenry and Brian will take you through the “plans” on how the house of lean is built from the ground up…Value Stream Mapping\, 5S\, Kaizen\, Lean 101 and more. Get your hard hats ready for some “house”key takeaways to improve a manufacturers process and make the top line\, bottom line and pipeline lean! While this is a valentine’s event\, Henry and Brian are sure to add some humor for you to use for April Fool’s Day too!! \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/all-love-in-the-massmep-house-of-lean/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/houseofleanlove-QBnHyP.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220124T103000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183808Z UID:10000770-1643011200-1643020200@massmep.org SUMMARY:Do you need a solution for your "people problems"? DESCRIPTION:TWI-JR Workshop January 24-28; 8-10:30 AM\nIf you answered yes and clicked in to read more\, then you must be in need of some TWI-JR for your team. Training within Industry\, TWI is a set of standardization programs that teaches the essential skill needed by all supervisors and team leaders to help lead an organization though a Lean transformation and for it to sustain. The first module\, Job Relations (JR) will teach how to evaluate and take proper action to handle “people problems”. \nMassMEP and our subject matter experts (SME’s) will be holding an over session on TWI-JR\, January 24 – 28\, 2022. The event will be virtual each morning from 8:00 – 10:30 AM. This training is no cost to Massachusetts Manufacturers. The return on this investment of your time will be exponential! \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/do-you-need-a-solution-for-your-people-problems/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183800Z UID:10000745-1637146800-1637150400@massmep.org SUMMARY:Developing Employees with Online Training - ToolingU Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join MassMEP and ToolingU for this hour-long information session introducing Tooling U-SME and the online course offerings\, helping advance the next generation by supporting your organizational effectiveness with an expert team of skilled employees through employee development. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nTake your training to the next level with Tooling U-SME.\nTap into the highest level of expertise in workforce development for your training needs.\nTooling U-SME works onsite with your human resources\, management\, and front-line team members to develop a business case for a training and development program\, determine gaps in performance\, and build a training strategy that delivers measurable ROI.\n\n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/developing-employees-with-online-training-toolingu-info-session/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/toolingu-oQ8r9D.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183804Z UID:10000751-1636470000-1636477200@massmep.org SUMMARY:UMass Core Facilities Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, November 9th from 3-5:00 as we discuss the University of Massachusetts Core Facilities and explore how companies may gain access them. We will introduce you to the capabilities of our 90 core research facilities across our five campuses\, which offer a wide range of services to the research community\, including cutting-edge technologies\, high-end instrumentation and technical support for basic\, translational\, and clinical research. \nTwo panels of facility directors and users will provide information specific to the University core’s unique offerings including new equipment and services. Kenn Turner will speak to the economic development and investment dedicated to supporting the growth and advancement of the life sciences in Massachusetts. \nWe are delighted to announce that Kenneth L. Turner\, President and CEO of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center\, will be the keynote speaker for the UMass Core Facilities Summit. \n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/umass-core-facilities-summit/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T235900 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183801Z UID:10000747-1635984000-1636070340@massmep.org SUMMARY:WiM South 2021 DESCRIPTION:WiM South is a regional conference for manufacturing professionals who are navigating the way through their careers—whether it be in production\, the C-Suite\, or anywhere in between. This conference\, produced by the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM)\, offers attendees based in the southeastern region of the U.S. with unique and interactive opportunities\, allowing participants to gain access to key industry content shared by regional thought leaders. Join us virtually on November 4\, 2021! \n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/wim-south-2021/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WiM-South-Regional-Conference-Icon-RGB-BeECRO.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183801Z UID:10000748-1635940800-1635962400@massmep.org SUMMARY:2021 Virtual CMMC Summit For Defense & Higher Education DESCRIPTION:Join MassMEP at the 2nd Annual Virtual CMMC Summit for Defense Companies & Higher Education where our very own Rich Sullivan will be speaking. Topics of discussion include but are not limited to protecting small business and delivering compliance\, the most important aspects of CMMC level 3 compliance and what can be done by SMBs to simplify their compliance journey\, how to best prepare your environment for a level 3 audit\, and how MEPs can help SMBs on their compliance journey. \n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/2021-virtual-cmmc-summit-for-defense-higher-education/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/logo-line2v2-1024x109-1-wKYOns.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T100000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183804Z UID:10000750-1635930000-1635933600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Global Trade & Supply Chains: Chips\, China & Container Challenges DESCRIPTION:Trade experts predict supply chain challenges–limited inventory\, port bottlenecks\, labor shortages and container scarcity–will continue into 2022. Learn how Massachusetts companies are succeeding in international business\, navigating through uncertainty\, and focusing on future opportunities. Speakers include Megan Stowe\, Director\, Channel Products & Logistics Strategic Sourcing at Intel Corporation; Ravi Ramamurti\, Professor of International Business & Director\, Center for Emerging Markets\, at Northeastern University; Ken Spigarelli\, Managing Director overseeing Supply Chain Strategy & Operations for KPMG; and Kristen Rupert\, Senior Vice President at AIM. \nThank you to our sponsors New Balance Athletic Shoe\, Inc. and MassMEP. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/global-trade-supply-chains-chips-china-container-challenges/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/globaltrade5-mTPDGW.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T133000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183804Z UID:10000749-1635508800-1635514200@massmep.org SUMMARY:NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration Using Collaborative Robots (Cobots) to Streamline Processes & Drive Efficiencies DESCRIPTION:This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information\, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC. \nJoin us for an introductory webinar and technology demonstration where we will showcase the use of Collaborative Robots (Cobots) in Manufacturing to overcome process gaps\, and deliver operational and cost benefits. \nThe technology demonstration will take a deeper dive into using Cobots to streamline component repair\, through the use of a collaborative robot (cobot)\, 3D scanning technology and a grinding system. \nHigh value metal components with long lead times are best candidates for repair and reuse. Worn surfaces that fall outside the acceptable tolerances for continued component use are among one such repair application. The determination of the extent of the wear\, the use of additive manufacturing technologies\, such as wire arc or directed energy deposition to build up material on the worn surfaces\, the process of machining or grinding back down to nominal and post inspection are typically a manual process. \n  \nIn this technology demonstration you will see how the use of a collaborative robot\, 3D scanning technology and a grinding system can help streamline the process of turbine tip repair. \nPresenters: \nNasir Mannan\, Principal Engineer\, CCAT\nSamuel Greenbank\, Manufacturing Applications Engineer\, CCAT\nAndrew Guagliardo\, Lead Mixed Reality Developer\, SphereGen Technologies \nGuest Speaker: \nPeter Mirabello\, President & CEO\, Metal Finishing Technologies \n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/nerdic-industry-4-0-readiness-ecosystem-technology-demonstration-using-collaborative-robots-cobots-to-streamline-processes-drive-efficiencies/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tech-174x300-1-EbdDRL.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183759Z UID:10000733-1635246000-1635249600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Front Line Supervisor Training Info Session DESCRIPTION:This will be an hour-long info session introducing the training for Front Line Supervisor which is designed to provide both awareness and education through classroom and actual “hands-on” exercises in the work environment with an emphasis on the Scientific Method of problem-solving\, team building\, and conflict resolution. Also being discussed is the funding available to companies to be a part of the training. \nTakeaways: \n\nRegistered apprenticeship (company will become a “co-sponsor” with MassMEP)\nQualifies for MA Registered Apprentice Tax Credit ($4\,800/apprentice)\nFunding support available through the Workforce Training Fund\n\nWho Should Attend: Supervisors and Work Leaders that are responsible for and coordinate the activities of production workers\, such as inspectors\, machine setters\, assemblers\, fabricators\, and maintenance. \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/front-line-supervisor-training-info-session/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T110000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183800Z UID:10000742-1634896800-1634900400@massmep.org SUMMARY:What is the Role of Technology in the Workforce of the Future? DESCRIPTION:This event will convene leaders from various industries of the economy to discuss how technology is necessary for their businesses as well as the state’s economic competitiveness. Living in a post-pandemic world\, businesses are more dependent on technology than ever before\, in order to reach customers and operate efficiently. What should businesses be doing now to ensure they are as competitive as possible\, what investments need to be made to prepare for the future and what role do policymakers and elected officials play in this topic. This panel includes Ashley Greenspan\, Public Affairs Manager at Crown Castle\, Cole W. Camplese\, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer at Northeastern University\, Claudia Tucker\, Senior Vice President at Teladoc Health\, and Edmund Donnelly\, Area Manager\, External Affairs\, State Legislative and Regulatory Affairs at AT&T Inc.. The panel will be moderated by John Sutich\, Vice President\, State Government Relations at Comcast Corporation and Brooke Thomson\, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at AIM. \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/what-is-the-role-of-technology-in-the-workforce-of-the-future/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183800Z UID:10000744-1634734800-1634738400@massmep.org SUMMARY:How Smaller Manufacturers Can Develop Risk Management Strategies for their Supply Chains DESCRIPTION:Learn how to mitigate the business risks of today’s disruptions while building a more resilient supply chain.\n \nAs a smaller manufacturer\, you continue to be more vulnerable to global supply chain disruptions than larger companies. Having to pay for more materials\, parts or shipping is a difficult dynamic as you may not be able to absorb short-term losses or even a lower margin. But cost becomes less important if you can’t deliver a product\, and as uncertainty has been magnified\, it is now essential for you to manage risk in order to be responsive to customers. In this webinar\, you will learn how to mitigate the business risks of today’s disruptions while building a more resilient supply chain. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/how-smaller-manufacturers-can-develop-risk-management-strategies-for-their-supply-chains/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183759Z UID:10000731-1634544000-1634817600@massmep.org SUMMARY:ISO Internal Auditor 9001:2015 - Public Training DESCRIPTION:This is a 4-day training see recurring event \nWho Should Attend: This course is recommended for anyone involved in designing\, implementing\, maintaining\, and improving a quality management system and/or performing internal audits of a quality management system\, such as quality officers\, managers\, and auditors. No prior knowledge of auditing\, quality management systems\, or ISO 9001:2008 is required prior to attending this course. \nCourse Highlights / Topics Covered: \n\nThe process approach\, performance indicators and risk\nThe “Plan-Do-Check-Act” principle\nThe key elements of a quality management system\, management of documents/records\, deviations\, corrective and preventive actions\nManagement responsibility\, management representative and management review\nMeasurement\, analysis and continuous improvement on customer satisfaction\, quality management effectiveness through internal audits\, process performance and conformity to product requirements\nWhat are internal audits\nWhy are internal audits conducted\nWhat preparatory work should be carried out before an audit\nWhat to pay attention to during the audit\nWhat is a good audit report\nWhat aspects are important in monitoring audit results\, corrective and preventive actions\n\nStudents will benefit by: \n\nLearning how to plan\, conduct\, and report quality audit results\nEnhancing your understanding of the components of an internal quality audit program\nGaining an in-depth understanding of ISO 9001 requirements\nGetting answers to your toughest audit questions\n\nCapturing a working knowledge of the practices\, roles and responsibilities of an auditor. \nCosts: \nThe course is offered on a per seat bases through the Workforce Training Fund Express Grant Opportunity from the Commonwealth Corporation. The cost of the training is $1000/seat; however\, through the Express Grant program\, if approved\, the WTFP will reimburse you for up to 50% of the actual cost of training (for companies 100 employees or more)\, OR\, full reimbursement of the cost of training for companies with 100 employees or less. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/iso-internal-auditor-90012015-public-training/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183759Z UID:10000732-1633604400-1633608000@massmep.org SUMMARY:Lead with Energy and Impact. Goodbye Overwhelm. Hello Growth - Webinar. DESCRIPTION:Join the one and only Paul Serafino from Transformation Leadership Academy for this one hour information session on how to “Lead with Energy and Impact.” If you’re overwhelmed and exhausted in your management role\, but want to contribute at a higher level and make a real difference\, then this webinar is for you. Discover how to become an energized\, high-impact leader who can drive real change in any organizationÉwhile creating and maintaining a balanced life. Register today for this webinar as Paul will provide an overview and takeaways on this transformation leadership training session. MassMEP will also have a representative to speak on our role with Paul and how we can help you through the funding process. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to establish yourself as a highly valued leader of change\nA simple technique to crush overwhelm\, pressure\, and the need prove yourself\nThe simplest strategy to gain influence and buy-in at all levels\nHow to build and sustain a thriving leadership career and balanced life\n\n \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/lead-with-energy-and-impact-goodbye-overwhelm-hello-growth-webinar/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Accelerated-Journey-Coaching-for-Leaders-One-Pager-e1633103251457-VZlz5e.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183756Z UID:10000728-1632474000-1632495600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Lever's 2021 Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:Themes \n\nInnovating Workforce Development\nInnovating from Within: the Intrapreneur\nInnovating for Inclusion\n\nTo participate: The entire program will be hybrid format: folks may participate in person\, via Zoom\, or both. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/levers-2021-innovation-summit-2/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/New-Logo-Tagline-e1631292948182-24USwm.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183756Z UID:10000727-1632402000-1632430800@massmep.org SUMMARY:Lever's 2021 Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:This is Lever’s second\, biennial Innovation Summit. Our first summit\, held in Williamstown\, Massachusetts in 2019\, featured the conclusion of Lever’s 2019 Berkshire Intrapreneur Challenge\, presentations from regional innovators\, a panel discussion featuring regional innovation centers\, and keynote talks by Carlo Zaffanella from General Dynamics\, and by Steve Case\, founder of America Online. More than 250 people participated in the two-day program. \nThemes \n\nInnovating Workforce Development\nInnovating from Within: the Intrapreneur\nInnovating for Inclusion\n\nTo participate: The entire program will be hybrid format: folks may participate in person\, via Zoom\, or both. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/levers-2021-innovation-summit/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183759Z UID:10000734-1632319200-1632322800@massmep.org SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing: Real World Success Stories and Lessons Learned Webinar DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence projects improve equipment uptime\, increase quality and throughput\, and reduce scrap – resulting in healthier bottom lines and increased profits. South Carolina MEP’s Andy Carr and Rick Oppedisano\, Founder and CEO of Delta Bravo\, will share use cases featuring several manufacturers including Precision Global\, Metromont\, Rolls-Royce\, JTEKT and Elkem Silicones. Hear these companies’ Industry 4.0 stories including key drivers for success and the potential pitfalls encountered along the way. \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/artificial-intelligence-in-manufacturing-real-world-success-stories-and-lessons-learned-webinar/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T133000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183756Z UID:10000726-1631620800-1631626200@massmep.org SUMMARY:NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration on Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Bound Metal Deposition (BMD) Additive Manufacturing Processes DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of generative design and resulting demonstration parts printed by the University of Maine Advanced Manufacturing Center/Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals. \nValued at a $7.3-billion worldwide market value in 2017\, additive manufacturing (AM) is disrupting multiple markets by enabling engineers to rapidly manufacture parts having substantial geometric freedom. Unfortunately\, this geometric freedom is often realized with materials having insufficient properties (e.g.\, stiffness\, strength\, melting temperature) for production requirements. Addressing this problem\, the rapidly-growing additive manufacturing of metals (AMM) sector now includes multiple processes\, including Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Bound Metal Deposition (BMD). \nThis session will be recorded and made available on-demand. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the conclusion of the presentation\, attendees will:\n¥ Understand the advantages and disadvantages of PBF and BMD AMM processes\n¥ Recognize how AMM process and design advantages can add value within supply chains while increasing part functionality\n¥ Reflect upon their current portfolios to determine candidate AMM applications \nPresenters \nDr. Brett Ellis\, Associate Professor\, Co-Director- Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals\, University of Maine\nJohn Belding PE\, Director- Advanced Manufacturing Center\, Co-Director- Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals\, University of Maine \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/nerdic-industry-4-0-readiness-ecosystem-technology-demonstration-on-powder-bed-fusion-pbf-and-bound-metal-deposition-bmd-additive-manufacturing-processes/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210817T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210817T133000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183756Z UID:10000725-1629201600-1629207000@massmep.org SUMMARY:NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration on 3D Printed Parts Manufactured with the Desktop Metal Studio System for Defense Supply DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of generative design and resulting demonstration parts printed by Berkshire Innovation Center/BSS Additive. \nLearn about what to expect when installing a Desktop Metal System; Overview of install & operations experience\, facility\, safety & training requirements\, vendor support; How the BIC\, CCAT and UMaine benchmarked these systems; How to access benchmark files and data; Description of DM case studies underway at BIC; How to access BIC’s facility for training\, application development and project collaboration. \nThis session will be recorded and made available on-demand. \nLearning Objectives \nLearn how Desktop Metal Studio System can be used in defense manufacturing:\n¥ How to prepare your facility\, permitting requirements\, facility certification options\n¥ OSHA training and safety requirements\, compared with LPBF\, DMLS\, LENS and Binder Jetting\n¥ Advantages / disadvantages of printing with bound metal powder compared with LPBF\n¥ Outline applications for DM metal prototypes\, fixtures\, molds and end use parts\n¥ Review of the design process for benchmarking\, developed with CCAT and UMaine – Can the NIST AM Test Artifact be used in FDM metal printing or is a new standard needed?\n¥ Comparison of benchmark results with other 3D printing processes available at CCAT\, BIC and UMaine (including LPBF\, Binder Jetting\, large format polymer FDM and DMLS)\n¥ Can Fused Deposition Modeled Sintered metal parts meet Mil-spec end use requirements? \nPresenters \nSteven Longpre\, CEO BSS Additive\, Operations Manager Berkshire Innovation Center\nJean Mozolic\, Founder\, The Mozolic Group\nMark Rowan\, Principal\, Roundabout Consulting \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/nerdic-industry-4-0-readiness-ecosystem-technology-demonstration-on-3d-printed-parts-manufactured-with-the-desktop-metal-studio-system-for-defense-supply/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210817T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T112225 CREATED:20240828T175601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183756Z UID:10000722-1629198000-1629201600@massmep.org SUMMARY:Ask the Grant Experts: How Can We Get a Grant for our Training Needs? A Q&A Session with AIM HR Solutions & MassMEP DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts awards millions of dollars in grant money to Massachusetts businesses through the Workforce Training Fund (WTFP). Many companies are not familiar with the General Grant Program funded by the Workforce Training Fund Program. It’s time for your organization to take advantage of this funding and achieve business growth\, increased productivity\, and employee retention. \nObtaining one of these grants can be a lengthy process that can be overwhelming and time-consuming.\nWe are here to help you realize that getting one of these grants is doable and that the benefits of the General Grant Program can far exceed the application effort. Join AIM HR Solutions & MassMEP grant experts as they answer the most asked questions surrounding the General Grant Program\, such as: \nDo I qualify\, and how do I get started?\n-What are some best practices and tips for getting my application approved?\n-How long does the process take?\n-How do I build a training plan that meets my organization’s needs?\n-What other grant program options should I consider? \nParticipants will have the ability to submit their questions in advance. \nRegister Here URL:https://massmep.org/event/ask-the-grant-experts-how-can-we-get-a-grant-for-our-training-needs-a-qa-session-with-aim-hr-solutions-massmep/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MassMEP_BlogCover.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR