Oakland University Energy Management Certificate Program
September 10, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Rochester
Oakland University's School of Business Administration and School of Engineering and Computer Science are partnering to deliver a professional certificate program that integrates management and engineering perspectives.
The Energy Management ... More
Company:Oakland University |
Tips for securing government funds for your biotech startup
September 10, 2010 |
4:00 PM | Detroit
Sponsored by MichBio and Asterand
Are you starting a biotech company? Have you applied for federal appropriations to fund your great idea but gotten lost in a maze of beaurocracy?
Let Jon Kozesky, government affairs... More
Company:TechTown |
7th Annual HDI Motown Executive Panel Event
September 10, 2010 |
1:00 PM | Southfield
Metro Detroit’s Technology Leaders to Discuss Innovation Best Practices at Upcoming HDI Executive Panel
(Troy, Michigan) – (August 17, 2010) – If you’ve been asking yourself what advances in technology will Detroit’s top companies... More
Company:HDI Motown |
IMTS 2010 International Manufacturing Technology Show - Chicago, IL | Booth #E-4449
September 13, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Chicago
Please join Microsoft® and First Tech Direct at Booth #E-4449 (view floor plan) at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, IL, September 13th-18th, 2010. ITMS is the place to see the latest in manufacturing technology... More
Company:First Tech Direct |
The US Auto Outlook: The Transformation of the US Auto Industry - The Big Picture
September 14, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Troy
The recession in the US ended twelve months ago, unfortunately the recovery has been painfully slow. Housing remains in the doldrums, job growth anemic and unemployment extremely high. Bottom line – recovery in US light vehicle sales has been mi... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
Conflict in the Workplace- "Conflict Manager" Workshop
September 14, 2010 |
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Conflict Manager Workshop Trainees will learn powerful communication tools to help others resolve their conflicts. Cost of the two-day training is $475 and includes breakfast, lunch and course materials.
<... More
Company:Oakland Mediation Center |
Breakfast Fundraiser for Rick Snyder Candidate for Governor of Michigan
September 14, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Detroit
The Detroit Regional Chamber has endorsed Rick Snyder in the 2010 Gubernatorial Election. Please join members of the Detroit Regional Chamber Board of Directors and Political Action Committee for a Breakfast Fundraiser for Mr. Snyder.
... More
Company:Detroit Regional Chamber |
WorkingHabitat Portal for Engineering Resources
September 14, 2010 |
10:00 AM | n/a
Join us for a Webinar on September 14
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/571374190
Greetings from The WorkingHabitat Group,
Does your company nee... More
Company:The WorkingHabitat Group LLC |
USING MICROSOFT CRM WITH MOBILE DEVICES - Lunch & Learn Webinar
September 15, 2010 |
11:30 AM | Pontiac
Join Atrio Systems for this webinar and learn how mobile professionals can utilize Microsoft Dynamics CRM anytime, anywhere with BlackBerry, iPhone and Windows Mobile smartphones. The webinar will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 from 1... More
Company:Atrio Systems Inc. |
The Mexican Light Vehicle Outlook
September 15, 2010 |
12:00 PM | Troy
The global recession took its toll on the Mexican economy and auto industry. Light vehicle sales and production fell by almost 30% last year. The recovery is now underway but the speed of the rebound will be different depending upon one's positi... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
Lunch & Learn Seminar
September 15, 2010 |
11:00 AM | Bingham Farms
Join IT That Works as we discuss data back-up and disaster recovery techniques. Learn how easy it is to ensure that your data is backed up properly, and even more importantly, how to recover it when you need it.
If you're not sure wh... More
Company:IT That Works |
Introduction to Chinese Negotiation
September 15, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Troy
Chinese negotiation: Is it a chess match that pits you against a deep-thinking master strategist in a battle of wits– or will it be a cut-throat haggling session where your Chinese counter-party tries to pick your pockets while smiling politely... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
Industrial Laser Safety Class
September 15, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Warren
This class provides Michigan employers a basic understanding of the requirements they will need to meet in order to protect their employees and eliminate laser safety and health hazards. This class will review the safety and health hazards commo... More
Company:Macomb Community College |
Sales 1: Effective Networking
September 15, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Waterford
You're up and running, right? And still busting your butt, but not getting the results you want? You're asking yourself, "Is this it? What am I missing? Learn the secrets and skills that will give you a tremendous competitive edge and dramatical... More
Company:Oakland County |
IEEE Great Lakes Technology Symposium
September 16, 2010 |
6:00 PM | Ann Arbor
The IEEE Great Lakes Technology Symposium (GLTS) brings together the federal funding agencies, academia, tech-transfer offices, high-tech business community, business accelerators and the investment community. The aim of the Symposium is to educ... More
Company:Automation Alley |
Capital Successes: Educating Entrepreneurs on Funding Solutions
September 16, 2010 |
5:00 PM | Troy
Are you an entrepreneur in need of funding?
Join Automation Alley's Business Growth Committee as they host an informal evening of hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and of course, finance talk!.
We welcome a local entrepreneur and... More
Company:Automation Alley |
September Troy Chamber Member Luncheon: From Pickles to Profits
September 16, 2010 |
11:30 AM | Troy
Join local entrepreneur Joe McClure, co-owner of McClure’s Pickles (made right here inTroy!) for the Troy Chamber’s September Member Luncheon.
Joe and his brother Bob used their great grandmother Lala’s recipe and their grandfather’s... More
Company:Troy Chamber of Commerce |
Fundamentals of Starting a Business
September 16, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Waterford
As an introductory session delivered in a workshop format, the course helps aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company, as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products. The basics of business own... More
Company:Oakland County |
Industry Coffee for Creatives, PR, Sales, and Marketing
September 16, 2010 |
7:30 AM | Hazel Park
September 16, 2010
Lyndsey's Linen
1212 East 9 Mile Road
Hazel Park, MI 48030
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Cost: Free to attend for chamber members Business Builder level and above
Attendees employed in the creat... More
Company:Detroit Regional Chamber |
NETWORK & LEARN
September 16, 2010 |
5:00 PM | Fraser
Guest speaker Michael Jeffreys, the President and founder of "The Yes! Network" has delivered more than 3,000 hours of live training to more than a thousand companies throughout the country and will return to do so with The Sterling Heights Reg... More
Company:Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce & Industry |
3rd Thursday Networking Event
September 16, 2010 |
4:00 PM | Southfield
The City of Southfield, Southfield Area Chamber of Commerce and The Engineering Society of Detroit co-sponsor a free networking event. Are you looking to expand your business leads & grow your business opportunities? Join us on the third Thurs... More
Company:City of Southfield Business Development Team |
Walsh College Career Fair
September 16, 2010 |
2:00 PM | Troy
Free to employers:
Recruit interns through highly-experienced business professionals in all disciplines.
Join the hundreds of employers that recruit talent at Walsh College to add value
to their business.
The Walsh Colle... More
Company:Walsh College |
How to Outsell Your Competition at Higher Prices in a Struggling Economy
September 16, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Southfield
Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit (MSED)
Professional Development Seminar
How to Outsell Your Competition at Higher Prices in a Struggling Economy"
Presented by:
Gerry Weinberg
You will wa... More
Company:Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit (MSED) |
Supply Chain Management in Asia—Reducing Risk in a Risky World
September 16, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Troy
Asia offers its own unique challenges and opportunities, both for outsourcing
and for building local operations.
This seminar will discuss some of the challenges….
• Differing Accounting Practices and Concepts
... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
IEEE Great Lakes Technology Symposium
September 17, 2010 |
7:30 AM | Ann Arbor
The IEEE Great Lakes Technology Symposium (GLTS) brings together the federal funding agencies, academia, tech-transfer offices, high-tech business community, business accelerators and the investment community. The aim of the Symposium is to educ... More
Company:Automation Alley |
40-HOUR CIVIL MEDIATOR TRAINING
September 17, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Bloomfield Hills
This training is designed to teach participants the skills necessary to act as mediators in facilitating the resolution of disputes. Using role plays, demonstrations, group discussions and video, this highly interactive training takes participan... More
Company:Oakland Mediation Center |
Instructor Training / Certification
September 20, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Warren
This class offers theory and hands-on application of methodologies required by today’s workplace instructors. Practice teaching tools and sharpen presentation skills in a fun and interactive environment. Participants are certified upon successfu... More
Company:Macomb Community College |
WSU and the Professional Coaches Association of Michigan (PCAM) present: Ian Woodall - The Tao of Everest-The Gentle Art of Personal Inspiration and Practical Leadership
September 21, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Farmington Hills
As the first rays of dawn crept across the Tibetan plateau, Ian Woodall stepped onto the summit of Mount Everest and into history, one of a select few to have climbed the world’s highest mountain by both its south and north sides.
Dur... More
Company:Wayne State University |
Plant Closure and Decommissioning Seminar
September 21, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Troy
The Dragun Corporation and the law offices of Honigman are presenting a seminar entitled, "Plant Closures and Decommissioning, Essential Environmental and Legal Considerations."
With so many manufacturing plants being closed, mothball... More
Company:Dragun Corporation |
Business Performance Improvement 2.0
September 21, 2010 |
4:00 PM | Birmingham
The Business Performance Improvement 2.0 Series meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month to discuss topics related to business ownership, problems and solutions, avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls, legal issues, taxes, raising capital, getting sta... More
Company:Business Improvement Team |
Business Performance Improvement 2.0
September 21, 2010 |
4:00 PM | Birmingham
Business Performance Improvement 2.0
Join us Tuesday, September 21, 2010
How Your Company Can Outperform In The New Decade
Birmingham Tower
280 N. Old Woodward, LL Conference Room
Birmingham, MI 48009... More
Company:Business Improvement Team |
The Health Care Reform Puzzle: How will the pieces of this extensive puzzle impact your business?
September 21, 2010 |
12:00 PM | Southfield
Join us for the most up-to-date discussion on this critical subject
More
Company:McDonald Hopkins PLC |
Operational Assessment for Supplier Development in China —Beyond Due Diligence
September 21, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Troy
For the process of identifying and selecting suppliers, and for forming a business
partnership in China, traditional due diligence is inadequate, not to mention
very difficult to accomplish when faced with what typically are availabl... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
Doing Business with the State of MI
September 22, 2010 |
1:30 PM | Flint
Rebecca Nevai, from the State of Michigan Department of Management & Budget (DMB), will provide an overview of the State's procurement practices and procedures. The State of Michigan has over 1,300 contracts valued at more than $16 billion in it... More
Company:Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce |
PURCHASE VINE & DINE TICKETS AND HELP NOURISH OUR COMMUNITY
September 22, 2010 |
6:00 PM | Bloomfield Hills
The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber’s 7th annual fundraiser, Vine & Dine will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 from 6 – 9 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan. Join the Chamber a... More
Company:Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber |
Conflict Management in China
September 22, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Troy
The best way to manage conflict in China is to avoid it completely – but how can international negotiators avoid confrontation with Chinese counter-parties and still deliver value? They must walk a delicate line between building lasting relatio... More
Company:GlobalAutoIndustry.com |
Wake up Your Business -5 Steps to Business Freedom
September 22, 2010 |
7:30 AM | Waterford
Wake Up Your Business!
Learn the 5 STEPS TO PERSONAL AND BUSINESS FREEDOM,
Even in an “Economic Downturn”….
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Clarkston State Ban... More
Company:JG-Manufacturing Solutions |
Ambassador Leonard Woodcock Legacy Seminar: Creating a Dialogue with China
September 22, 2010 |
1:00 PM | Troy
Through this executive forum and networking session, participants will hear from Chinese and American government, business and education leaders focused on building a two-way bridge between China and the United States to foster solid relationshi... More
Company:Automation Alley |
MIAT New Campus Luncheon Grand Opening
September 22, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Canton
Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology training campus dedication with comments by industry experts and community leaders. Discussion to include jobs for our region in growth industries, new skill sets employers need, and programs for rea... More
Company:MIAT Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology |
FALL GRUB CRAWL
September 22, 2010 |
5:30 PM | Sterling Heights
Eleven Chamber restaurants will offer specialty samplings of their foods during a four hour crawl scheduled for Wed. Sept. 22nd. Crawlers will travel by shuttle or their own vehicle on the north and south sides of Hall Road (M-59) from Schoeneh... More
Company:Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce & Industry |
Best Practices: Enterprise Windows 7 Deployment
September 22, 2010 |
1:00 PM | Royal Oak
So you've decided on Windows 7. Now what? At C/D/H, we're ready to help you hit the ground running with best practices for successful deployment.
Join us as we explore the benefits of a Windows 7 enterprise deployment utilizing Micro... More
Company:C/D/H |
Troy Chamber Hosts “Top of Troy--Troy's Women of Influence” Breakfast/Panel Discussion
September 22, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Troy
Meet three of Troy’s top female business leaders for breakfast and a panel discussion about the challenges they have faced and tools they have used on their paths to success, at the Troy Chamber’s “Top of Troy-Troy’s Women of Influence” SeminarMore
Company:Troy Chamber of Commerce |
Troy Chamber Offers Questions that Increase Sales Seminar!
September 23, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Troy
Roll up your sleeves and be ready to practice how to outshine your competition and differentiate yourself at the Troy Chamber’s “Questions that Increase Sales” Seminar.
Presenter Dennis Deveja of The Talent Development Group will cov... More
Company:Troy Chamber of Commerce |
Rochester Regional Small Business Town Hall
September 23, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Rochester
If you are a small business located in the Rochester region, or you are thinking about starting a business in the near future, this event will provide you with the tools you need to succeed.
Connect with experienced business counselors and ci... More
Company:Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce |
Fundamentals of Writing a Business Plan
September 23, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Waterford
Designed for individuals who want to increase their chances for successful self-employment, the course, covers business planning in detail. Specifics of marketing and finance, legal and regulatory issues, operations, and information based planni... More
Company:Oakland County |
Lunch & Learn Seminar
September 28, 2010 |
11:00 AM | Bingham Farms
Join IT That Works as we discuss data back-up and disaster recovery techniques. Learn how easy it is to ensure that your data is backed up properly, and even more importantly, how to recover it when you need it.
If you're not sure wh... More
Company:IT That Works |
"Helping Employees Work Together " Workshop
September 29, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Bloomfield Hills
Conflict incurs a high, but hidden cost - an expense item that is not in your budget. Do you know what conflict is costing your organization? Put the tools of the professional mediator into the hands of your managers responsible for the cooperat... More
Company:Oakland Mediation Center |
Innovative Manufacturing Summit
September 29, 2010 |
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Being competitive in today's global manufacturing market demands innovation -- innovation in your products, your process and your business. This event brings together manufacturing leaders to share real world examples of how to bring innovati... More
Company:Society of Manufacturing Engineers |
Making Lean Work for the Job Shop & Small Manufacturer
September 29, 2010 |
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Hear how others have made lean work in their unique environment. This event will demonstrate through tours, videos and testimonials how you too can start running lean! By attending this event, you will be able to make positive change happen f... More
Company:Society of Manufacturing Engineers |
Crucial Conversations Interactive Workshop Sept 29, 2010
September 29, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Rochester
Often people avoid having a high stakes conversation because it is so important and they want to get it right, or they are fearful of the outcome. This session will help us identify the need for holding a crucial conversation and provide some ... More
Company:The C12 Group |
Microsoft Dynamics Industrial Distribution Event
September 29, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Southfield
Everyone's looking for ways to cut waste and reduce errors in their distribution business. But not everyone knows that the secret lies within their organization - with their best customers and suppliers.
Without real-time visibility i... More
Company:First Tech Direct |
GSA: Federal Supply Schedules-Finding your way to the GSA
September 29, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Livonia
GSA (General Service Administration) Federal Supply Schedules are
contracts that allow federal customers to acquire more than 4 million
products and services directly from over 8,600 commercial suppliers.
Mike Klewicki, a ... More
Company:PTAC of Schoolcraft College |
4th Annual Innovation Forum
September 30, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Troy
Applied Innovation Alliance will be sponsoring the 4th Annual Innovation Forum on Sep 30, 2010. The Innovation Forum will be a one-day session with a broad cross-section of highly relevant innovation topic from leadership, management and engine... More
Company:Applied Innovation Alliance, LLC |
Designing Sustainable Detroit:Riding Trucks, Trains, Boats and Planes to Urban Vitality
September 30, 2010 |
6:00 PM | Detroit
Designing Sustainable Detroit:Riding Trucks, Trains, Boats and Planes to Urban Vitality
Thursday, September 30, 2010
6:00 – 8:00 PM Program
University Center on the McNichols Campus
Speakers In... More
Company:University of Detroit Mercy |
Tech x 2 Expo = LTU + OU
September 30, 2010 |
10:00 AM | Southfield
This Career Fair will feature senior and graduate level engineering, computer science and technology majors from Oakland County's two Engineering Universities, Lawrence Tech and Oakland University. Registrations are $250, with an early bird dis... More
Company:Lawrence Technological University |
A New Way to do Business - Competing in a New Economy with Corporate Sustainability
September 30, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Troy
Advanced Research Company and Eco PR Group present:
Competing in a new economy with Corporate Sustainability -
"A New Way to do Business"
An Interactive Workshop
September 30 8:30 AM
Kelley Losey, Senior Manager of Sustainability and ... More
Company:Advanced Research Company |
QuickBooks Essentials Part 1
September 30, 2010 |
9:00 AM | Waterford
This introduction to small business financial management provides an overview of accurate recordkeeping, report interpretation and utilization, and management of the variety of tools provided in this system.
QuickBooks® Essentials I c... More
Company:Oakland County |
Novi BAT Event on September 30th
September 30, 2010 |
8:00 AM | Novi
Through the City of Novi has a team available to aid small business owners in a variety of areas. Volunteer team members consist of representation from:
- City of Novi
- Novi Chamber of Commerce
- Oakland Count... More
Company:City of Novi |
How to Become a More Effective Negotiator
September 30, 2010 |
8:30 AM | Southfield
Are you tired of getting "BEAT UP" on Price? Are you ready to stop discounting?
In just 3 hours, you will learn:
•The most common negotiating mistakes and how to avoid them
•Rules for effective negot... More
Company:Gerry Weinberg & Associates |
QuickBooks Essentials Part 2
September 30, 2010 |
12:30 PM | Waterford
This introduction to small business financial management provides an overview of accurate recordkeeping, report interpretation and utilization, and management of the variety of tools provided in this system.
QuickBooks® Essentials Par... More
Company:Oakland County |
