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Center Operations FY 2013-2014 Renewal Webcast
In preparation for the FY2013-2014 Cooperative Agreement Renewal cycle, Center Operations will conduct a Renewal webcast on Feb 27, 2013 from 3:00 – 4:00 pm EST. All centers are highly encouraged to participate in this webcast as it will cover the updates and changes in the Operating Plan Guidelines and MEP General Terms and Conditions applicable to your Cooperative Agreements’ Renewal for FY 2013-2014. The webinar will highlight the changes to the format and content of your operating plan and changes to the MEP General Terms and Conditions and focus on the requirements for timely processing of your Cooperative Agreement.
Webinar Details
Webinar Link
Date: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST
Call in Number: 1-866-469-3239
Password: mep
Meeting Number: 739 154 700
All presentation materials will be made available one day prior to the scheduled webinar date. For questions, please contact Margie Robb (margaret.robb@nist.gov | 301-975-4176)
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Second Annual National Manufacturing Day: October 4, 2013
As you’ve heard and will continue to hear, one of MEP’s objectives for 2013 and beyond is to have a louder voice and more visible position in promoting manufacturing and the manufacturing eco-system. We want to showcase manufacturing’s capacity for innovation, job creation and driving economic prosperity. In order to help move forward on this objective, we signed on, for the second year, to be a co-producer with the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, the Manufacturing Institute, and the National Association of Manufacturers of Manufacturing Day. See the press release.
The goal for Manufacturing Day is to have 500 open houses around the country—essentially doubling the 240 that took place in 37 states last year. Manufacturing Day’s mission is to expand knowledge of manufacturing’s value to the U.S. economy and improve general public perception of manufacturing careers. The objectives align with MEP's mission to improve US manufacturing and help manufacturers compete globally.
Further, we have an MEP internal goal that all MEP centers will participate this year — either by working with clients or potential clients to put together the events, or by attending an open house on Manufacturing Day.
We are in the process of putting together resources with our co-producers, including a new and improved logo, website, and materials. These shared tools will be available for all Manufacturing Day participants. In the meantime, please mark your calendars and hold 10/4 as Manufacturing Day. And, stay tuned for more information about upcoming webinars to share information and some best practices from last year.
If you have any questions, please contact Zara Brunner (301-975-2001, zara.brunner@nist.gov) or Mark Schmit (301-975-3255, mark.schmit@nist.gov). Thank you!.
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Edison Nation Live Product Search
All eight Edison Nation Made in America Live Product Searches will end in February. This is a reminder that Edison Nation is inviting MEP staff and client companies the opportunity to submit their product ideas without charge! Contact Caroline Ranghel Ashley at RTI for a coupon code. Edison Nation®, an idea-to-shelf product developer and innovation platform has partnered once again with the NIST MEP on their Made in America Program. This program gives U.S.-based manufacturers the first chance to bid on producing new products for large, established retailers. Read Announcement.
In the first step of this program Edison Nation gathers new and innovative product ideas from its inventor network through “Live Product Searches.” The “Live Product Search” Landing Pages are available for the following companies participating in the program. To view the Landing Page, please, click on links below.
Deadline: Monday February 11, 2013
• Belk is looking for innovative men’s gift products
Deadline: Monday, February 18, 2013
• Bob Timberlake wants to see your outdoor lifestyle innovations
• Snapware is searching for kitchen products that meet the needs of the aging consumer
• Pyrex is searching for healthy cooking and storing innovations
Deadline: Monday, February 25,2013
• Worx wants to see your handheld lawn care and power tool innovations
• Chicago Cutlery is looking for knife and cutting innovations
• ToyQuest is looking for new toys and games for boys and girls
• Corelle is looking for versatile product innovations perfect for entertaining and serving
With the reach of the MEP network we can help U.S. companies create new opportunities to manufacture products for large retailers. In early 2013 the retailers will select their favorite new product ideas. We will then be posting the requests for quotes to make these new products so that you can send them to your manufacturer networks.
For questions, please contact Dave Cranmer (David.Cranmer@nist.gov | 301-975-5753) or Caroline Ranghel Ashley (Ranghel@rti.org | 919- 541-6822)
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January Update Meeting Recap
We are still capturing questions and answers from the meeting as well as feedback from each of the table discussions. These notes will be sent out to the system within the next week. For those of you interested in copies of the presentations that were delivered you can find them posted on MEIS. If you attended the meeting and have not had a chance to respond to the survey, please take a moment to do so. It will help us to continue to improve on our feedback and communication with the system.
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National MEP Supplier Scouting Webcast Recap
On February 7, 2013 NIST MEP hosted a Supplier Scouting Webcast. The webcast updated centers about Supplier Scouting activities and allowed centers to become more familiar with the new Make It In America Collaboration Tool that was launched in St. Louis on January 29th. The MEP Connect tool has been developed and launched to serve as the primary mechanism going forward by which NIST MEP will disseminate Supplier Scouting opportunities to the MEP System, and also the means by which MEP Supplier Scouting POCs will submit scouting results to NIST MEP. This tool was developed to not only streamline our Supplier Scouting process, but to also help build a stronger MEP Supplier Scouting Community.
If you were unable to attend the webinar, or for those of you who want to see the recording again, the webinar is now available for viewing.
Stream the recorded webinar
Download recorded webinar
For questions, please contact Samm Bowman | 301-975-5978.
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What's Happening Around NIST MEP
National Governors Association Academy Report & Webinar
Over the last year, NIST MEP and the Economic Development Administration collaborated with the National Governors Association to conduct a Policy Academy with eight states interested in preparing new strategies for success in advanced manufacturing. MEP centers were integrally involved in this effort. The NGA report detailing the steps taken and lessons learned is now available: “Making” Our Future: What States Are Doing to Encourage Growth in Manufacturing through Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Investment".
MEP and NGA will convene a webinar to discuss the findings of the Academy and its implications for other states. The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, February 21 at 1:00pm ET.
For more information, please contact Mark Troppe at mtroppe@nist.gov| 301-975-5745.
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MEP in the NEWS
State manufacturers gather in Trumbull to share ideas CONNSTEP President Bonnie Del Conte moderated a panel discussion on the future manufacturing workforce at the Connecticut Business & Industry Association and National Association of Manufacturers “Connecticut Creates: Connecticut Manufacturing Summit” on January 25 in Trumbull, Connecticut. Read Article
Opening Doors: Manufacturing Day Offers a Glimpse into the Manufacturing World The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), highlights MANTEC and IMC on their effor to raise the awareness and importance of Manufacturing Day. Download Article
Supervisory Training: Sustaining Your Continuous Improvement Gains Dusty Cruise, president and CEO of Missouri Enterprise was the featured columnist in the January PNC Bank E-Newsletter for Manufacturers and Wholesalers. Read Article
The CONNSTEP Made in CT Program has registered 100 manufacturers in just the first three months! Made in CT, launched in October, highlights the contributions Connecticut manufacturers make to the state’s economy and raises awareness of the products made in the Constitution State, “Connecticut is home to approximately 5,000 manufacturers who employ more than 169,000 residents and serve as the primary exporter of goods,” says Bonnie Del Conte, president and CEO of CONNSTEP. Read Article
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Calendar of Events
Learn How to Use DLA Internet Bid Board System- DIBBS
February 20, 2013
85% of the Defense Logistics Agency’s solicitations are automated via DIBBS! Becoming knowledgeable with DIBBS will allow your company access to: more business opportunities, easier processes for submitting quotes, viewing important drawings, and information to compete for long term contract. This complimentary webinar is open to ALL that want to learn how to expertly navigate this exciting system!
Time: 2-3:00 p.m. EST
Info: Webinar Link
Password: dibbs123
Call # 1-866-469-3239
Meeting # 730 748 403
Contact: Samm Bowman(301)975-5978
Solar Supply Chain Manufacturing Opportunities Webinar Series: Manufacturing Opportunities in Clean Energy Industries
February 27, 2013
The global solar industry is expected to see double-digit installation growth in 2013 and is expected to surpass wind in the United States. This webinar will explore current market trends and potential opportunities in the solar supply chain. You’ll have an opportunity to hear from experts in clean energy and solar. The presenters have toured OEMs, interviewed solar industry suppliers and are providing highlights applicable to U.S. manufacturing. Presentations will be made by a Solar Energy Industries Association representative, US Department of Energy representative, and Montana Manufacturing Center.
Webinars are held the 4th Wednesday of each month
Time: 1-2:00 p.m. EST
Info: Webinar Link
Password: CEMC
Call # 1-866-469-3239
Meeting # 730 783 016
Contact: Linda Nielson
Reshoring Initiative Webinar
February 27, 2013
MEP has teamed up with the Reshoring Initiative on reshoring. The Initiative will present ideas for collaboration on the Make it in America Challenge and the use of Total Cost of Ownership® (TCO) as a tool to accelerate bringing jobs back to America. Please join Harry Moser, founder of the Reshoring Initiative, for a nationwide webcast to learn how the Reshoring Initiative can help you and your clients bring American job back and how the Initiative can help you with the forthcomingChallenge. The Make it in America Challenge builds on the administration's efforts to encourage companies — large and small, foreign and domestic, manufacturers and services firms — to increase investment in the United States. The Challenge will focus on accelerating the trend of insourcing/reshoring, where companies are bringing jobs back and making additional investments here in America.
Time: 2:00 p.m. EST
Info: Webinar Link
Password: reshore
Call # 1-866-469-3239
Meeting # 731 332 466
Contact: Samm Bowman
Manufacturing Matters! Conference
February 28,2013
Manufacturers are faced with a variety of opportunities and challenges, many of which will be the focus of discussion in the information-packed Manufacturing Matters! The event, presented by the Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership, will feature keynotes, breakout sessions, including Talent Management for executives and operations staff; Innovation with author and thought-leader Adam Hartung; Continuous Improvement featuring a range of manufacturing leaders; and Focus on Food Processing to help food processors and packagers navigate the changing regulatory landscape.
Webinar Link: Hyatt Regency Hotel
Info: Visit Manufacturing Matters or contact Debra Oaks | 608-729-4012.
New Hampshire MEP hosts Galliard Group, Family Business Advisor Certification
March 13-14, 2013
Family Business Advisors bring focus and help owners realize successful transition, business growth and innovation. Find out how this program can expand your market and easily move you to C-Level conversations about long-term growth strategies. The New Hampshire MEP (NHMEP) is hosting the Family Business Advisor Certification Program and welcomes other Centers who have staff and affiliates they would like to train. Participants receive 1.5 days training, program materials, access to online assessment and delivery tools, and implementation coaching during the first engagements.
Venue: Hyatt Regency
Cost: 1,995
Registration:Click Here
Contact: Zenagui Brahim, New Hampshire MEP, or
Lisë Stewart, Galliard Group
Crossroads of Manufacturing Business Growth
March 14, 2013
MANTEC is pleased to present the first annual Crossroads of Manufacturing: Business Growth Conference on March 14, 2013. The program was developed with small businesses in mind with timely topics not only for CEOs and owners, but for management staff as well. With 21 sessions, 2 keynote presentations and 1 workshop, you will get the information you need to elevate your business for future challenges. Sessions will be training oriented and include case studies where applicable in the categories of Business Growth, Continuous Improvement, International Trade, Sustainability, Technology Acceleration and Workforce.
Venue:Clarion Hotel, New Cumberland, PA
Info: Event Details
Contact: Leigh Ann Wilson
U.S. Commercial Service Trade Winds – Asia
May 17, 2013
Seoul, Korea and the dynamic cities of Hong Kong, Taipei, Tokyo and Manila offer global sales potential for U.S. businesses in a range of industry sectors. Learn how to increase profits and overcome barriers in the growing Asia-Pacific region and network with the region's leading industry and government officials and experienced U.S. and global companies. Meet one-on-one with top Asia business experts from the U.S. Embassies and Consulates from the region for the latest trade leads and market entry strategies. Find a partner or customer through screened business-to-business meetings in Korea, Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan.
Info: Register your interest to receive a complimentary market assessment at exportgov. For additional information, contact tradewindsasia@trade.gov, Leslie.drake@trade.gov or judy.kornfeld@trade.gov.
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"Make it in America" Manufacturer of the Week!
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Accra-Fab, a client of Impact Washington, is a world class lean driven precision custom metal fabrication, machining, and manufacturing organization serving companies world-wide.
Visit the NIST MEP public site to learn more about this company and how the center is helping them grow.
For more information about NIST MEP's "Make it in America" Manufacturer of the Week, please contact Karen Lellock (karen.lellock@nist.gov | 301-975-4269).
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