March 3-5
Community Development Venture Capital Alliance Annual Conference. Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, D.C. Includes a full day introductory session on community venture funding, sessions on new market tax credits, financing for rural development and numerous case studies. Information and registration materials are available at 212-594-6747 or www.cdvca.org.
March 4
Manufacturing Lobby Day. Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York. The Business Council of New York State, in partnership with regional manufacturing and business groups, host this event that will include briefings on workers compensation, the cost of health insurance, pro-manufacturing tax incentives, the price and supply of electric power, and tort reform. For information and registration call 1-800-358-1202 or visit www.bcnys.org.
March 5
Brownfields: Market-based Solutions for Rehabilitation. A satellite telecast of a panel discussion by scholars and practitioners on brownfields redevelopment. Hosted by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and the National Association of Regional Councils. For further information contact Peggy Tadej at 202-986-1032 or tadej@narc.org.
March 7
“The Expansion of the European Union: Opportunities for increasing market share on the European continent.” 33 Airport Center Drive at Stewart International Airport. Part of the First Friday seminar series at Stewart Airport. For information and to be included in the e-mail distribution for future events contact Betsy Shieh at 845-299-1566 or betsy@hudsonglobal.com.
March 13
Property Tax Assessment Seminar. Holiday Inn Syracuse/Liverpool, 441 Electronics Parkway, Liverpool, New York. A one-day overview of the basic requirements of real-estate assessments and steps that might reduce property taxes. Sponsored by The Business Council of New York State. For additional information contact Ellen Muir at 1-800-358-1202.
March 14
Property Tax Assessment Seminar. Holiday Inn Syracuse/Liverpool, 441 Electronics Parkway, Liverpool, New York. A one-day overview of the basic requirements of real-estate assessments and steps that might reduce property taxes. Sponsored by The Business Council of New York State. For additional information contact Ellen Muir at 1-800-358-1202.
March 25
Small Business Day. Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York. Organized by The Business Council of New York State, the annual Small Business Day provides a forum to advance issues, interact with other small businesses owners, legislative and policy leaders, and learn about what various state agencies are doing for the small businesses in New York. Information and registration materials are available at 1-800-358-1202 or www.bcnys.org.
March 26
“Lean Principles for Executives.” Arden Conference Center, Harriman, New York. A seminar for senior executives charged with improving operations, efficiency and profitability presented by the Hudson Valley Technology Development Center. For further information visit www.hvtdc.org or call Phyllis Levine at 845-896-6934, ext. 3001.
March 26
“New Tools for Development in Upstate New York.” University Sheraton, Syracuse, New York. A luncheon presentation hosted by Niagara Mohawk’s Economic and Community Development Department. RSVP to patricia.franz@us.ngrid.com.
March 27-28
Agribusiness Seminar. University Sheraton Hotel, Syracuse, New York. Sponsored by the New York State Economic Development Council, this seminar will include sessions on the role of universities in supporting agribusiness, available federal, state, and local tools and resources, and case studies of New York based businesses. For information contact Selene Eaton at 518-426-4058 or visit www.nysedc.org.
April 2
Ulster County Job Fair. TechCity, Kingston, New York. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of Ulster County, the Ulster County Office of Employment and Training, New York State Department of Labor and the Daily Freeman. For more information contact the Chamber of Commerce at 845-338-5100.
April 2
Regional IDA Finance Seminar for Healthcare and Senior Living Facilities. Tarrytown Hilton, Tarrytown, New York. Sponsored by the New York State Economic Development Council with the Healthcare Association of New York State and the New York Association of Home and Services for the Aging. A half-day seminar on the legal parameters of financing healthcare and senior living facilities through the IDA, the IDA process, and underwriting options and considerations. For information contact Selene Eaton at 518-426-4058 or visit www.nysedc.org.
April 3
Regional IDA Finance Seminar for Healthcare and Senior Living Facilities. Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York. Sponsored by the New York State Economic Development Council with the Healthcare Association of New York State and the New York Association of Home and Services for the Aging. A half-day seminar on the legal parameters of financing healthcare and senior living facilities through the IDA, the IDA process, and underwriting options and considerations. For information contact Selene Eaton at 518-426-4058 or visit www.nysedc.org.
April 4
A Panel Discussion with Trade Officials from Several East Asian Countries. 33 Airport Center Drive at Stewart International Airport. Part of the First Friday seminar series at Stewart Airport. For information and to be included in the e-mail distribution for future events contact Betsy Shieh at 845-299-1566 or betsy@hudsonglobal.com.
April 28-29
Summit in Tech Valley. Albany Marriott Hotel, Colonie, New York. A showcase of the region’s growing high-tech sector. More information is available at www.techvalley.org.
May 2
“Find an Oversees Partner and Check Their Credit: A report on the information available from Veritas and Kompass.” 33 Airport Center Drive at Stewart International Airport. Part of the First Friday seminar series at Stewart Airport. For information and to be included in the e-mail distribution for future events contact Betsy Shieh at 845-299-1566 or betsy@hudsonglobal.com.
May 6
8th Annual Averell Harriman International Trade Awards and Dinner. The Inn at Central Valley, Central Valley, New York. An event to recognize the achievements of Hudson Valley businesses in international trade. The keynote speaker will be The Honorable Pamela Wallin, Consul General of Canada in New York. For information about the awards or dinner contact the Orange County Chamber of Commerce at 845-567-6229 or visit their website at www.orangeny.com.
May 6-9
“Engines of Economic Growth for the 21st Century”, U.S. Economic Development Administration National Conference. Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, D.C. For information contact Shayna Smith at 202-942-9470 or visit www.edanationalconference.com.
May 20
Industrial Development Agency Seminar. Terrace Restaurant SUNY-New Paltz, New Paltz, New York. A free seminar hosted by UCDC, The Business Institute of the School of Business at SUNY-New Paltz, and the New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce. The seminar will include an overview of the Industrial Development Agency programs, available tax incentives, and presentations from local businesses that have utilized these programs. For more information contact UCDC at 845-338-8840.
May 21-23
New York State Economic Development Council Annual Meeting. The Otesaga Hotel, Cooperstown, New York. For information visit www.nysedc.org or call 518-426-4058.
