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SUMMARY:Webinar: Transitioning into 3D Printing & Metal Additive Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintJoin us for this webinar focused on the advantages of additive manufacturing for small and mid-sized businesses. Additive manufacturing\, the 3D printing of functional components in metals and polymers\, has been creating a lot of hype lately and the reality is just as exciting. \nSome benefits of additive manufacturing include: \n\nimproved performance\nreduced lead time and overall cost\nagile and distributed production\n\nRisk aversion and capital investments can hinder adoption of this process in small and mid-sized businesses that are critical to the emerging additive manufacturing supply chain. This webinar will explore a layered approach that can help companies transition into additive manufacturing and provide examples and case studies to illustrate the effects. Future advancements shaping the additive manufacturing industry will also be discussed. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-transitioning-3d-printing-metal-additive-manufacturing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Mitigating Safety Risk Throughout Your Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEvery company’s supply chain is critical to maintain production and ultimately the success of the company. Companies that fail to work with their vendors\, suppliers and contractors (supply chain) to identify\, detect\, monitor and mitigate their safety and health issues\, risk the real potential of interruption of the supply chain’s ability to provide the contracted services or goods. The result is the loss of business and profitability for the company as a result of the company’s inability to meet the demands and requirements of their clients because of the supply chain default. \nThis program will examine how companies can work with their supply chain to identify\, detect\, monitor and mitigate safety and health risks which could cause disruption of services and products to the company. The program will also discuss how to focus on supplier risk management in order to collect\, analyze and manage the safety and health supply chain. Also\, there will be an examination of the supplier performance information to identify red flags within each vendor\, supplier and contractor. Finally\, the program will discuss how focusing on these issues will lower our supply chain risk while improving productivity and profitability of the company. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstanding how your company’s supply chain impacts its ability to meet your client’s needs;\nHow to gather the data and information from your supply chain in order to identify potential safety and health risks;\nHow to help your supply chain members understand how failure to identify and mitigate safety and health risk will impact the continued success of their companies and;\nHow to assist your supply chain member in developing the policies and procedures to address identified risks and follow-up to ensure the identified risks have been addressed.\n\n\nSpeaker \n\nEdwin G. Foulke Jr.\, Partner\, Fisher Phillips \nEd Foulke is a partner in the Atlanta and Washington\, D.C. offices. He co-chairs the firm’s Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group. \nPrior to joining Fisher Phillips\, Ed was the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health. Named by President George W. Bush to head the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)\, he served from April 2006 to November 2008. During his tenure at OSHA\, workplace injury\, illness and fatality rates dropped to their lowest levels in recorded history. \nFor more than 30 years\, Ed has worked in the labor and employment area\, focusing on occupational safety and health issues\, workplace violence risk assessment and prevention\, whistleblower protection\, and accident and fatality prevention. He is recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on occupational safety and health and is a frequent keynote speaker and lecturer on workplace safety\, leadership development\, and other labor and employment topics. \nEd has testified before the U.S. Senate and U.S. House Congressional Committees on occupational safety and health issues. \nHe also served on the OSHA Review Commission in Washington\, D.C.\, chairing the Commission from March 1990 to February 1994. Ed is the only person in the United States to serve as both head of OSHA and Chairman of the Review Commission. Ed was named one of the “50 Most Influential EHS Leaders” by both EHS Today (2010\, 2011\, 2012 and 2013) and Occupational Hazards (2008) magazines. \nEd currently serves on the EHS Today Safety Leadership Board of Directors and on safety committees for the Associated Builders and Contractors\, the Georgia Association of Manufacturers\, the U.S. Poultry Association\, the Solid Waste Association of North America\, the National Association of Tower Erectors\, and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. \nHe is “AV” Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Ed is also co-editor of the firm’s Workplace Safety and Health Law Blog.  \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-mitigating-safety-risk-throughout-supply-chain/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The ERP Playbook - A Step by Step Guide to Modernizing Operations
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIt’s hard to find a manufacturer that doesn’t want to modernize their ERP\, create a factory of the future or create a new business model. But what exactly do these projects entail?  If your firm is pondering such strategic initiatives\, you owe it to your firm to catch Brian Sommer\, founder of research firm Vital Analysis\, as he details which technologies are most important and how to prioritize\, plan and execute these projects.\nBrian will also candidly discuss: \n\nThe timing and purpose behind an ERP replacement effort\nThe most relevant factors to consider when aligning new technologies with new business strategies today\nThe top technology and modernization areas to focus on\nA foolproof strategy to acquire a new ERP solution that will position you for the future\n\nSpeakers \nBrian Sommer\, Enterprise Software Industry Analyst\, Vital Analysis \nEnterprise software industry analyst Brian Sommer covers the ERP\, finance and HR sectors for Diginomica and other publications. Brian began his career by re-writing a payroll/time-reporting system for a fast food chain and subsequently reworked numerous application software systems. He went on to run Accenture’s Global Software Intelligence organization where he advised hundreds of clients on software selection and shared services initiatives. Brian also headed up Accenture’s Global HR Center of Excellence and its Global Finance/Performance Management Center of Excellence. \nMore recently\, Brian has been a consultant to and an expert witness for major software litigation cases and anti-trust matters. He remains involved in numerous software strategy and selection efforts. \nBrian has won the Software Advice 2011 Authority Award – ERP Expert and numerous ERP Writers’ Awards. He has keynoted numerous software conferences globally including events for NetSuite\, PeopleSoft\, and Sage. \nBrian is guest lecturer at major university MBA programs. He has a BBA (Marketing) and a MBA (Finance) from the University of Texas at Austin. \nTom Brennan\, CMO\, Rootstock \nTom Brennan is Rootstock’s CMO. Tom has 30 years of professional experience in ERP and business software. He has held many executive roles including being at Financial Force where he was the VP of Marketing. \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-erp-playbook-step-step-guide-modernizing-operations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 2018 Factory Workforce Training Survey Results
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEffective training is widely acknowledged as the key to mitigating the impact of a widening skills gap in manufacturing. Despite this recognition\, the results of a recent Industry Week survey of  manufacturing professionals shows that many companies are still struggling with their current approach to training and are no closer to solving this pressing issue. \nJoin us for a webcast presentation on June 20 to hear the results of the survey and the key insights from IndustryWeek Editor\, Travis Hessman and Continuous Improvement expert Alex Leclerc\, CEO\, Poka. Survey highlights include: \n\nWhat is the most common method of training?\nHow many hours are invested in training per operator (new vs old)?\nWhat are the biggest challenges related to training?\nWho is responsible for training and who is the budget stakeholder?\n\nThe presentation will also feature a case study of a digital manufacturer who has empowered its workers by leveraging video-based micro learning and the use of tablets on the shop floor to drive better overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduce shadowing time. \nSpeakers \nAlexandre Leclerc\, Co-founder and CEO\, Poka \nAlexandre Leclerc is co-founder and CEO of Poka\, a training and communication app for manufacturers. He earned a Bachelor in Business Administration as well as completing a Master in International Business. Before starting at Poka\, he assisted in many positions during his 7 years at family business Biscuits Leclerc\, a leader in the snack manufacturing industry. He joined as an operator and finished as the Director of Continuous Improvement for the United States Division. Alexandre oversees the business operation of Poka as well as participates in the product development. \nTravis Hessman\, Content Director and Editor in Chief\, IndustryWeek \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-2018-factory-workforce-training-survey-results/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Metal Casting with 3D Printing - Finding Value from Design to Production
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWhile direct printing of metal is widely discussed and promoted\, the high costs and technical difficulty involved means that many products and applications are better addressed through a mature manufacturing process like metal casting. \nIn this webinar\, we will look at how desktop stereolithography (SLA) 3D printers are being used to directly print patterns\, how to work with SLA patterns for investment casting\, and how the benefits of generative design are increasing the demand for printed patterns. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to direct create tool-free investment casting and sand casting patterns with low cost desktop printers\nHow to work with SLA patterns for investment casting processes\nHow to take advantage of 3D printing’s design freedom to create complex\, high-value components\nHow to print quick-turn prototype molds for wax injection\n\nSpeaker \nAndrew Edman\, Applications Engineer\, Formlabs \nAndrew Edman is an applications engineer at Formlabs focused on using additive technologies to create value in manufacturing and industrial workflows\, like using 3D printed tooling to bridge from prototype to production. Prior to Formlabs\, Andrew worked as a design and engineering consultant\, helping startups and Fortune 500 companies develop products from concept through to scale manufacturing. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-metal-casting-3d-printing-finding-value-design-production/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T120000
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SUMMARY:Internet Resources for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAt this seminar you will learn about federal and state government contracting internet sites and resources. \nSites to be searched: \n\nVendor Registrations for State and Federal Contracting\nFederal Procurement Forecasts\nFederal Sites for Bids\nCommonwealth of PA Bid Notification Sites\nAnd many more!\n\nThe training will be held in a computer lab to allow for hands-on training where you can navigate and explore government internet sites. \nThe seminar is FREE but registration is required. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/internet-resources-for-government-contracting-3/
LOCATION:Center for Business & Workforce Development\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180620
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SUMMARY:Robotics & AI Summit
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe Robotics & AI Summit at LiveWorx is a two-day conference for company executives\, engineers and investors from around the world seeking expert advice and new partners for developing\, selling\, purchasing and investing in robotics\, AI and machine learning technologies. \nThis one-of-a-kind manufacturing business summit identifies the market forces driving change and the business strategies organizations need to adopt to sustain or regain competitiveness as digital automation revolutionizes all industry sectors of manufacturing. \nThe Robotics & AI Summit at LiveWorks is produced by Robotics Business Review\, a market leading source for “actionable business intelligence” for the global robotics\, automation and artificial intelligence market. \nPrice to attend varies on the package you pick once you decide to register via the link provided below. \nClick here to Register!\nUse Discount Code IMC30 to save 30%! \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/robotics-ai-summit/
LOCATION:Boston Convention & Exhibition Center\, 415 Summer Street\, Boston\, MA\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Robotics Business Review":MAILTO:registration@robobusiness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180614T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180614T113000
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SUMMARY:Gearing Up for Business Abroad
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintMost international business activities revolve around one of the five basic transactions: (1) the direct sales contract for goods and/or services; (2) contracts involving agents and distributors overseas; (3) the international joint venture; (4) the wholly-owned foreign subsidiary; and (5) licensing and transferring intellectual property and technology. \nTo avoid problems\, a business must understand the advantages and pitfalls of each.  This webinar will cover seven modules to help you understand these transactions. \n\nModule One – Understanding the Five Basic International Business Transactions\nModule Two – Financial Considerations for Overseas Operations\nModule Three – Negotiating & Drafting International Agency and Distribution Agreements\nModule Four – Drafting an Arbitration Clause for International Contracts: Do’s & Dont’s\nModule Five – The United National Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods\nModule Six – Overview of FCPA and International Anti-corruption Laws\nModule Seven – What you need to know about U.S. Antiboycott Laws\n\nSeminar presented by Dennis Unkovich of Meyer\, Unkovic & Scott LLP\, Pittsburg\, PA. \nRegister \nSeminar is free\, but registration is required to attend! \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/gearing-business-abroad/
LOCATION:SAPDC Offices\, 3 Sheraton Drive\, Altoona\, PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180613T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Connected Worker - Modernize Safety Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDigital Transformation has had a profound impact on how businesses operate\, the way people work\, and the trend continues to accelerate. The potential for digital innovation to improve safety and operational performance is great. Technologies such as sensor-equipped wearables\, digital beacons\, and augmented reality provide real-time interaction for workers with the work environment and safety/risk management system processes and procedures. But merely applying technology is not inherently useful. The real value is the interaction of technology with the total organizational system and the people and processes comprising it. \nDuring this webcast\, LNS Research will explain how safety and operations leaders can use digital innovations to enable the connected worker\, improve safety\, and mitigate risk. \n      What you will learn: \n\nImpact of Digital Transformation on the workplace\, and why it’s an opportunity for safety and health leaders\nHow to engage the workforce to reduce risk using the EHS 4.0 framework\nWhat are the technology enablers that leading companies use today\nReal-world connected worker use cases to improve safety\nRecommendations to facilitate low risk\, high-value digital innovation projects\n\n      Who should attend: \n\nVP/director of EHS\nSafety and health leaders\nCompliance leaders\nRisk leaders\nOperations leaders\n\nSpeakers \nPeter Bussey\, Research Analyst\, LNS Research \nPeter Bussey is a Research Analyst with LNS Research; he primarily focuses on environment\, health\, and safety (EHS)\, and sustainability in the industrial sector.  Mr. Bussey has more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing\, consulting\, and technology to support EHS management\, R&D\, asset management\, risk management\, product lifecycle management (PLM)\, enterprise asset management (EAM)\, and supply chain.  He has held key positions at global companies such as SAP\, Alcoa\, Michael Baker Corporation\, Arthur D. Little and Oracle.  Mr. Bussey earned a Master of Science in Environmental Health from Harvard University\, a Master of Public Management with distinction from Carnegie Mellon University and a BS in natural sciences with departmental honors from Johns Hopkins University. \nDonavan Hornsby\, Vice President & Corporate Strategy Executive\, Gensuite LLC \nDonavan Hornsby is Vice President & Corporate Strategy Executive at Gensuite LLC\, software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider of Gensuite®\, the award-winning suite of cloud-based software solutions enabling compliance and management systems excellence across EHS\, Quality\, Sustainability\, Security\, Responsible Sourcing\, and Product Compliance. Donavan leads Gensuite’s Business Development and Strategy organization\, including market development and product innovation strategies. Prior to joining Gensuite in 2001\, Donavan held various leadership roles within the technology and service sectors. Donavan received his MBA with distinction from the University of Louisville and his undergraduate degree from DePauw University. Outside of his professional commitments\, Donavan leads a non-profit organization\, working with landowners to protect and conserve land with special natural\, agricultural or scenic value in northern Kentucky and surrounding regions. \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-connected-worker-modernize-safety-risk-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: CyberSecure My Business - How to Assess Vendor Security
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintSmall and medium-sized businesses (SMB) regularly use outside vendors t help them manage daily business operations. \nWhen SMBs use a vendor\, how do they assess the cyber risks that come along with that? What cybersecurity considerations should SMBs use when evaluating whether or not to use a particular vendor? \nJoin the National Cyber Security Alliance and its partners to learn how to assess vendor security. \n \nBy joining this event\, you are accepting the Cisco WebEx Terms of Service and Privacy Statement. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-cybersecure-business-assess-vendor-security/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: An Employee-Centric Approach to Improving Safety
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEmployee safety must come first – for the health of both workers and the bottom line. Safe employees are more likely to trust management and be engaged in their work and willing to identify and solve problems. Changed safety processes and changed employee mindsets lead to significant quantitative benefits from increased production performances to reduced worker compensation costs and health premiums. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll use real world examples to outline why organizations must address people and culture long before applying new tools. We will examine systematic approaches to safety excellence that focus on the human element. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to win the hearts and minds of those you lead\nHow small wins can improve overall morale and lead associates to success\nHow organizations can align plant operations to the overall strategic goals of the company\nAchieving individual and Organizational Change\n\n\nSpeakers \n\nPhil McIntyre\, Managing Director\, Performance Solutions by Milliken \nPhil’s career is steeped in thirty years’ worth of business leadership and manufacturing expertise. Phil has successfully worked with and led several business units within Milliken & Company to profitable growth and financial sustainability. Prior to his business leadership roles\, Phil led the implementation of Milliken Performance System for the Performance Products Division and served as Director of Cost Improvement\, where he was responsible for strategic cost reduction efforts. \nPhil has also spent time as the Pursuit of Excellence Director responsible for integrating customer needs (and wants) with manufacturing and business capability. Early in his career\, Phil worked in four different manufacturing locations\, holding multiple positions ranging from quality to cost. Phil credits this early diversity in job responsibility and scope as the beginning of his in-depth knowledge of continuous improvement; his appreciation for sustainable\, empowered safety processes and systems; and his understanding of the critical nature of establishing the right financial metrics to drive the right behavior. Phil holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Wake Forest University. \nCara Thompson\, Managing Director of Operations\, Performance Solutions by Milliken \nCara Thompson\, Managing Director of Operations\, has worked for Milliken for 20 years\, starting as a Product/Process Improvement Engineer at our Dewey Chemical Plant in Inman\, South Carolina. She quickly rose through the ranks as a Department Production Manager\, a Senior Production Manager\, a Process Improvement Leader at two different manufacturing sites and then as a Plant Leader\, also for two sites. Before joining Performance Solutions by Milliken\, she led the North American Plastics Additives Technical Service Group as a Development Manager. Cara has worked with clients around the world\, representing multiple industries\, helping all levels of an organization in areas of Engagement Design & Leadership\, Instruction Design\, Development & Delivery\, Cost Management\, Performance Facilitation\, Leadership Coaching & Development\, and Project & Change Management. Cara has a degree in Chemical Engineering from Clemson University and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of South Carolina. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/employee-centric-approach-improving-safety/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180523T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T103724
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SUMMARY:Prospect the Sandler Way
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAre you getting enough appointments?  Are you in front of enough new opportunities to reach your goals? \nAttend this session and learn the Classic Sandler prospecting tactics and strategies\, updated for the present day. \nIn one morning\, we’ll help you learn proven strategies to feed your sales funnel and have a constant flow of leads… \n\nHow to engage your prospect in a relevant and meaningful way that sets you apart from the competition\nHow to start a prospecting call that keeps the prospect talking\nHow to get the prospect to share key information quickly on the phone\nCreate the winning mind-set that leads to successful prospecting\nDecrease no-show or cancellation rates after your initial phone call.\nHow to have fun on calls that typically aren’t fun to make (or receive)\n\nRegistration fee includes program\, full workbook\, a copy of the book Prospecting the Sandler Way\, access to Sandler’s E-Learning Library and breakfast. \nDelivered by John Moore\, Moore Power Sales. \nDownload event flyer. \nRegister Here!\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/prospect-sandler-way/
LOCATION:The Blair County Convention Center\, One Convention Drive\, Altoona\, PA\, 16602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180522T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Minimize Hazards in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintInjuries and illnesses in the workplace are costing businesses billions of dollars and at the same time loss of productivity and profits. This program will examine the most frequent causes of injuries and best practices to eliminate them. It will also look at the top 20 “low hanging fruit” safety violations that OSHA is looking to cite employers and hit them with large penalties. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nThe hidden costs of workplace accidents and injured employees\nBest practices for improving a company’s safety record\nUse of risk management and job safety analysis to eliminate safety and health hazards thus increasing profitability\nHow to handle safety risk takers\n\nSpeaker \nEdwin G. Foulke Jr.\, Partner\, Fisher Phillips \nEd Foulke is a partner in the Atlanta and Washington\, D.C. offices. He co-chairs the firm’s Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group. \nPrior to joining Fisher Phillips\, Ed was the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health. Named by President George W. Bush to head the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)\, he served from April 2006 to November 2008. During his tenure at OSHA\, workplace injury\, illness and fatality rates dropped to their lowest levels in recorded history. \nFor more than 30 years\, Ed has worked in the labor and employment area\, focusing on occupational safety and health issues\, workplace violence risk assessment and prevention\, whistleblower protection\, and accident and fatality prevention. He is recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on occupational safety and health and is a frequent keynote speaker and lecturer on workplace safety\, leadership development\, and other labor and employment topics. \nEd has testified before the U.S. Senate and U.S. House Congressional Committees on occupational safety and health issues. \nHe also served on the OSHA Review Commission in Washington\, D.C.\, chairing the Commission from March 1990 to February 1994. Ed is the only person in the United States to serve as both head of OSHA and Chairman of the Review Commission. Ed was named one of the “50 Most Influential EHS Leaders” by both EHS Today (2010\, 2011\, 2012 and 2013) and Occupational Hazards (2008) magazines. \nEd currently serves on the EHS Today Safety Leadership Board of Directors and on safety committees for the Associated Builders and Contractors\, the Georgia Association of Manufacturers\, the U.S. Poultry Association\, the Solid Waste Association of North America\, the National Association of Tower Erectors\, and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. He is “AV” Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Ed is also co-editor of the firm’s Workplace Safety and Health Law Blog. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-minimize-hazards-workplace-2/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Journey from Remote Monitoring to Remote Service and Connected Field Service\, a Practical Guide
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintRemote monitoring of assets is the proven first step for manufacturers like you to leverage the Internet of Things to increase your operational efficiency and improve profitability. Once connected\, you can monitor how assets are performing in the field and can collect valuable data. \nThe operational data provided by remote monitoring enables you to deliver a quick service response and improve your first-time fix rates. It is the next step on your journey to service transformation. \nUsing remote monitoring as a foundation to enhance your ability to respond quickly and holistically to unplanned outages\, or to conditions that will eventually produce an outage\, improves your service organization’s efficiency and your customer satisfaction. In this webcast\, you will learn your path to remote service and connected field service and practical steps you can take to see how your service processes can evolve. \nJoin us to learn how remote monitoring\, remote service and connected field service can help your business achieve: \n\nSignificant increases in first time fix rates and customer uptime\nFaster repair times and lower service costs\nA solid foundation for your service transformation\n\nSpeakers \n Michael Anderson\, Senior Director of Solution Management\, PTC \nMichael Anderson\, Senior Director of SLM Solution Management at PTC\, has more than 25 years’ experience in solutions\, product and integration management related to the development and implementation of enterprise software for the service lifecycle. \n\n Mark Hessinger\, VP Services\, 3D Systems Inc. \nMark Hessinger is a Senior Global Customer Experience Leader who leads organizations to higher performance. He is a visionary with a demonstrated ability to identify customer needs and design a strategy that builds innovative\, profitable and scalable solutions that deliver greater customer loyalty and employee engagement. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-journey-remote-monitoring-remote-service-connected-field-service-practical-guide/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Lock Out Tag Out Versus Machine Guarding
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintOne of the challenges that continues to be controversial and has sparked numerous debates within organizations is proper application of LOTO. Varying interpretations and understanding of the standards places companies in a difficult and many times a costly position. \nOur goal of this webinar is not intended to teach LOTO or how to write and implement LOTO procedures\, but rather look at when to use LOTO versus when to use Machine Guarding for each task. Allow Schmersal to provide some insight as to the differences between the two methods and why to use LOTO on some tasks and machine guarding on other tasks. One does not replace the other\, they work in conjunction to maintain effective machine safeguarding. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn how to: \n\nKnow that LOTO and machine guarding work in conjunction with one another and is not a replacement for each other.\nDevelop a task based analysis to determine tasks fall under LOTO or Machine Guarding.\nDetermine and justify the definition of normal\, routine\, repetitive tasks or minor servicing.\n\nSpeaker \nMike DeRosier\, Functional Safety Engineer\, Machinery\, Schmersal \nMike DeRosier is a TUV certified Functional Safety Engineer for Machinery. His 20+ years of experience include controls engineering to design\, build and integrate full machine control systems. His safety experience lead him to help corporations to develop Corporate Safety Standards\, perform machine safeguarding risk assessments\, machine safety training and design\, as well as implementation of safety systems for all aspects of machinery (electrical\, electronic\, pneumatic\, hydraulic\, mechanical). \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/lock-tag-versus-machine-guarding/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps Program
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintTransforming ideas into successful products is a daunting challenge. Penn State President Eric Barron’s Invent Penn State Initiative is seeking to assist small businesses in the translation of early-stage innovations. The result of such efforts are product and service offerings that reach the marketplace and provide societal benefits. \nThe National Science Foundation (NSF) is supporting this effort with an NSF I-Corps site grant\, which provides funding for up to 30 startup teams to help them explore customer discovery. This funding also qualifies each team to be eligible to apply for $50\,000 in funding from the NSF I-Corps National Teams to further develop their commercial opportunity. \nIf you’re interested in learning more about how to utilize NSF funding sources for commercialization\, attend this webinar! \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-national-science-foundation-nsf-corps-program/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ISO 50001:2018 Update
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe ISO 50001 standard specifies the requirements for establishing\, implementing\, maintaining and improving an energy management system.  The purpose is to enable an organization to follow a systematic approach in achieving continual improvement of energy performance\, including energy efficiency\, energy security\, energy use and consumption. \nBy attending this webinar you will be able to: \n\n\n\nIdentify the changes in 50001:2018 and how they impact your company\nDetermine the steps to take to transition\, have an action plan\nUnderstand the standard timeframe to get ready.\n\n\n\nREGISTER\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-iso-500012018-update/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Next-Generation Distribution & Channel Management for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDistribution\, logistics and channel management are more challenging than ever\, as globalization and digitization transform supply chains around the world. The competitive landscape is undergoing radical change\, driven by omnichannel selling and buying habits and new customer expectations\, from shopping to buying to delivery. Traditional sales and fulfillment practices — with inventory dedicated by channel and the movement of goods from dedicated stores and warehouses — are outdated and unable to keep up. Emerging trends include new modes of delivery (drones\, delivery to vehicles\, etc.) and multi-use locations (drop-off\, pick-up\, drive-through\, store\, and showroom combined)\, underpinned by new processes and workflows\, new skills/talent\, and technology-empowered intelligence. \nIn Next-Generation Distribution and Channel Management for Manufacturers\, executives will learn what they need to survive and thrive from Manufacturing Performance Institute CEO John Brandt\, including: \n\nWhich key performance metrics matter today vs. industry peers —to understand which strategies\, best practices and new technologies are helping competitors to gain market advantage.\nWhich new trends and technologies are likely to reshape their distribution channels tomorrow.\nHow to strategize\, invest\, and manage differently for a more profitable future.\n\nDon’t miss this chance to improve your company’s productivity and profitability! \nSpeaker \nJohn R. Brandt\, CEO\, The MPI Group \nJohn R. Brandt\, CEO and founder of The MPI Group\, has devoted more than two decades to studying leadership in effective\, purpose-driven organizations. An expert on how companies can adapt themselves to the realities of new markets\, new corporate structures and new customer expectations\, Brandt is an accomplished management innovator and an internationally recognized expert on manufacturing and technology. \nBefore founding The MPI Group in 2003\, Brandt followed a unique career path combining two decades of experience in marketing\, management\, and consulting with a passion for journalism that has earned him more than 20 awards for reporting\, writing\, and editing. He was publisher and editor-in-chief of IndustryWeek (IW) magazine\, which garnered more than 70 editorial awards for excellence and doubled its revenues under his leadership. Additionally\, Brandt served as president\, publisher and editorial director of the Chief Executive Group\, publisher of Chief Executive\, where his leadership transformed the magazine into one of publishing’s most surprising comebacks. \nA recipient of a prestigious Neal Award in 1998\, Brandt has also served as a Neal Awards judge. He has also served as a member of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership National Advisory Board; judge for the National Association of Manufacturers Awards for Workforce Excellence; board member of MAGNET (Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network); co-chair of the Northeast Ohio Product Innovation Initiative; advisory board member of both SupplierInsight.com and Ken-Tool Manufacturing; director of the Work in Northeast Ohio Council; and president of The Press Club of Cleveland. Brandt is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Case Western Reserve University\, where he received the James Dysart Magee Award in Economics. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-next-generation-distribution-channel-management-manufacturers/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Best Kept Secret for Boosting Workforce Engagement and Performance
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintMicrolearning is quickly emerging as a key way to increase workforce engagement\, boost knowledge growth and ultimately change behavior. Proven to drive results\, leading organizations are leveraging microlearning as a critical component of their operational excellence strategy—whether it’s to reduce safety incidents\, deeply ingrain corporate values\, or simply bring consistency from team to team and facility to facility. The best part? Organizations can incorporate microlearning without any interruption to production\, and in a way that effortlessly supports a diverse workforce. \nJoin this webinar to learn: \n\nWhat microlearning is (and isn’t)\n5 ways microlearning is boosting frontline performance\nStories of real organizations that are using microlearning to drive significant business impact\n\nSpeaker \nCarol Leaman\, CEO\, Axonify Inc. \nCarol Leaman is the CEO of Axonify Inc.\, a disruptor in the corporate learning space and innovator behind the Axonify Microlearning Platform—proven to increase employee knowledge and performance necessary for achieving targeted business results. Prior to Axonify\, Carol was the CEO of PostRank Inc.\, a social engagement analytics company that she sold to Google in June 2011. Previously\, Carol held CEO positions at several other technology firms\, including RSS Solutions and Fakespace Systems. Carol is a frequent speaker\, a regular contributor to Fortune magazine and a well-respected thought leader\, whose articles appear in various learning\, business and technology publications. She also sits on the boards of many organizations\, both charitable and for-profit\, and advises a variety of high-tech firms in Canada’s technology triangle. Carol has won multiple awards\, including the Waterloo Region Entrepreneur Hall of Fame Intrepid Award (2011) and the Sarah Kirke Award (2010) for Canada’s leading female entrepreneur and she is a finalist for the Techvibes Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2017). \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/best-kept-secret-boosting-workforce-engagement-performance/
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SUMMARY:Supply Chain Optimization for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintCompetition is no longer between companies; it’s between supply chains. The volatile economy means that manufacturers have to be much more agile\, flexible and responsive to external pressures. \n \nThis overview demonstrates the benefits of a Supply Chain Optimization program: \n\nLower Costs\nBetter Delivery\nIncreased Quality\nCompetitive Edge\n\nObjectives of the Program:\n\nIntroduction to a constraints-based approach of supply chain optimization\nReview key elements required for optimization of the supply chain\nDemonstrate the destabilizing effects of dependence\, variation\, lack of supply chain visibility and forecast inaccuracy\nProvide an understanding of the supply chain optimization process\nIntroduction to a road map intended to guide companies towards improved collaboration and supply chain integration\n\nThis working session is comprised of the following key educational items:\n\nExamine the strategic implications of a poorly functioning supply chain\nContrast (or compare) the attributes of supply chain development vs optimization\nOverview of supply chain fundamentals\nIntroduction to application of Constraint Theory to supply chains\nInteractive simulation demonstrating the Bullwhip Effect on supply chains\nIntroduction to the MEP Supply Chain Optimization methodology and roadmap\nDiscussion of supply chain successes and lessons learned.\n\nWho Should Attend:\nManufacturing leaders interested in learning how to create a stronger base of manufacturing through Supply Chain Optimization. Operations Managers\, Financial Managers\, Program Managers\, Product Managers\, Procurement and Supply Chain Managers \nWhat Will You Gain:\nYou will understand the advantages of incorporating a strategic approach to supply chain management\, and how it can positively impact local and state communities as well as to create a national economic value through increased competitiveness. \nWorkshop delivered by Supply Chain expert Dr. Stephan Brady!  Click here for Bio. \nRegister & Pay By Check \nProgram supported in part by DIAP BRE Implementation Funds. \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/supply-chain-leaders/
LOCATION:Videon Central\, 2171 Sandy Drive\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Hire\, Manage and Motivate Millennials
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrint\nMost leaders can relate to these statements: \n\nAre looking to dramatically improve their processes for hiring and recruiting younger sales talent.\nHave had enough of lackluster\, under-motivated teams and too much turnover.\nWant to better understand and communicate with other generation.\n\n\n\nLearn from the experts and gain access to the information you need to create a sales process that will motivate\, coach and develop Millennials. \n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nL’areal Lipkins is a Millennial and a certified Sandler trainer in Dallas\, TX\, where she specializes in helping companies recruit top Millennial sales talent as well as create processes and strategies that motivate and retain them in the business.\n\n\n\n\nMike Montague\, VP of Sandler Online Learning & Development shares his knowledge and expertise by way of social media and other avenues with quality content and resources designed for sales professionals and managers all over the globe. He is also an accomplished writer\, contributing to the Sandler book\, LinkedIn The Sandler Way\, business magazines\, and the Sandler Blog.\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-hire-manage-motivate-millennials/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Elements of an Effective Dust Hazards Analysis (DHA)
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWhen performed correctly\, a Dust Hazards Analysis (DHA) identifies complex combustible dust hazards and provides techniques to mitigate these hazards. Unfortunately\, all DHAs are not created equal and serious hazards are often overlooked. This webinar will discuss the minimum requirements for any DHA\, the importance of qualified individuals and common overlooked hazards. \nThis webinar will discuss the minimum requirements any DHA should meet\, regardless of the types of varying factors (e.g.\, process equipment\, building compartment configuration\, types of combustible dusts\, etc.). Some of the most common inadequately identified or missed hazards often seen during DHAs will also be discussed. We’ll review the combustible dust hazards documented during several DHAs and OSHA compliance inspections from the viewpoint of a former OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officer (CSHO). This webinar will also review how OSHA standards relate to the DHA requirements prescribed in NFPA 652 and other NFPA combustible dust standards. \nSpeaker \nJason Reason\, MBA\, CIH\, CSP\, CHMM\, Senior Vice President of Safety & Health Services\, Consultant-Combustible Dust\, Safety & Health\, Lewellyn Technology \nJason is a widely-recognized expert in safety and health\, with a special emphasis on combustible dust and industrial hygiene.  He serves on a total of six Technical Committees\, including serving as the Chair of the NFPA 664 Committee\, and is coordinating efforts to reshape combustible dust\, safety and health standards. Before joining Lewellyn Technology in 2013\, Jason served as a Compliance Safety and Health Officer (CSHO) for Indiana OSHA for 13 years\, and his experience there included hundreds of inspections in most industries\, as well as training and advising Federal and State OSHA Compliance Officers across the United States. Jason is a national speaker at most safety\, health and industry specific conferences including\, but not limited to ASSE\, NFPA\, NSC\, and Powder and Bulk Solids. Jason holds a B.S. in Industrial Hygiene from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Indianapolis. He is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)\, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-elements-effective-dust-hazards-analysis-dha/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Automation + Cloud = Big Benefits from Industrial IoT
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIf you’re a manufacturer\, OEM\, or in a process industry\, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) can help you boost your production efficiency\, quality\, flexibility\, and visibility to higher levels than ever\, while responding to customer requests and market opportunities much faster. \nLearn how to get started in a lively one-hour webinar with Tim Wormus from Siemens and Tom “Elvis” Jones from Amazon Web Services (AWS)\, respected world leaders in cloud and automation technologies. \nThey will cut through all the IIoT hype and get specific: You’ll learn how advanced sensor\, automation\, and cloud technologies can combine to help you take advantage of advanced analytics and machine learning. And they will give you insights to: \n\nHow to benefit from open IIoT platforms in terms of connectivity\, custom app development and an ecosystem of apps\nThe latest on cloud compute power\, scalable dynamic storage\, and content delivery\nExamples of successful applications using the Siemens MindSphere open cloud-based operating system for IoT on AWS\nHow you can get started with little cost and risk and scale fast\n\nSpeakers\nTim Wormus\, VP IIoT Strategy and Implementation Americas\, Siemens \nTim is a leader in the intelligent application of analytics technologies\, including the open cloud based operating system for the IoT MindSphere. He has held development and market facing roles at Genedata\, Inc.\, Tibco Spotfire\, Perkin Elmer\, and H2O.ai. Today\, he acts in a leadership role for Siemens as VP for IIoT Strategy and Implementation in the Americas. His team is revolutionizing how companies do business. Tim and his team work with customers and partners to help identify how to apply the appropriate technology solution to the challenges specific to their industry\, size and corporate goals\, in order for them to best achieve tangible returns. \nTom “Elvis” Jones\, Solutions Architect\, Amazon Web Services \nTom spends his time focusing on the complex challenges of strategic partners in the Design\, Engineering\, and Manufacturing space. His career has spanned both the hardware and software sides of the house\, including work at Red Hat\, Transmeta\, and Pratt & Whitney\, giving Tom an extremely broad technical experience across multiple industries and verticals. He is a whitepaper author\, a patent holder\, a training material builder\, a DevOps expert\, an active Maker\, a mountain biker\, and above all\, a passionate technologist. He has been known to go far out of his way for pinball and fondly recalls playing “Adventure” on an ADDS Viewpoint ASCII terminal. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/automation-cloud-big-benefits-industrial-iot/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Safegagement - Creating Safe Companies that Raise Engagement\, Reduce Accidents & Increase the Bottom Line
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIs your company looking to create a safer\, more profitable workplace? Then we have one word for you — Safegagement™. Safety + Engagement = Safegagement. Engaged employees make better decisions because they care about the people they work with\, the company they work for\, and the overall accomplishments of the organization. \nJoin us on May 10 to learn more on how to engage employees in your company. We will discuss: \n\nLeading and lagging indicators\nDesigning and implementing OSHA-compliant safety incentive programs\, and\nExplore outcomes that come from creating a safe workplace through an engaged workforce.\n\nSpeaker \nBrent Lee\, National Account Manager\, C.A. Short Company\n \nBrent has worked with Human Resources Executives & Safety Directors to design\, implement\, and manage high-impact safety incentive programs for over a dozen years. Brent graduated from North Carolina State University\, with a BS in Business Management & Finance\, and is a Certified Recognition Professional (CRP) from Recognition Professionals International. In his free time\, he loves exploring the great outdoors and spending time with his family. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/safegagement/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Managing Demographic Change - Risks & Opportunities for Industry
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAs a generation of workers retire\, companies are struggling to capture and transfer their knowledge and experience.  Additionally\, many have had challenges integrating the new generation of workers\, both from a cultural and risk awareness standpoint. \nWhat can companies do to retain critically important institutional knowledge among older workers about to retire and pass it along to current and new employees to reduce the organization’s risk exposure and improve performance?  What processes and systems need to be modified to capture the attention of this new group of employees? \nDuring this webinar\, the speakers will discuss the greatest challenges their clients are faced with and the opportunities related to demographic change and share four critical components to managing this change.  \nSpeakers \nWard Metzler\, Principal\, DuPont Sustainable Solutions \nWard Metzler is from Thunder Bay\, Ontario and is the Regional Market Leader for the Midwestern United States and Eastern Canada with DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS).  Ward has a strong background in operations management of high hazard operations across a variety of DuPont operations.  He has been a management consultant for the past 8 years.  During that time\, he has worked with clients in oil & gas\, mining\, transportation and the food industry. \nWard has worked with a multi-site oil & gas client to establish Process Safety Management standards and then implement them across 13 sites.  Ward has a deep understanding of safety management systems and excels at working with clients who desire to take the next step to improve safety performance.  He has also had the opportunity to provide construction safety expertise to an oil & gas megaproject. \nWard has a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from McMaster University in Hamilton\, Ontario. Ward and his wife have 4 children ranging from 16 to 26 years of age that seem to consume most of their spare time.  Ward is an avid sports fan and follows the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Blue Jays closely. \nRich Eagles\, Principal\, DuPont Sustainable Solutions \nRich provides strategic guidance\, thought leadership and oversight to the team of DuPont resources delivering strategic insights to clients worldwide. He provides senior level quality assurance\, subject matter expertise and relationship management to Dupont’s wide client base. \nRich has more than 20 years of experience helping clients solve their most challenging issues in areas affecting their operations\, assets and people. He has served clients across numerous industries including chemicals\, energy & utilities\, manufacturing\, high technology\, food and beverage\, healthcare and retail. Rich provides deep capabilities in problem solving and a data-driven approach to producing pragmatic customer insights. Rich is a regular public speaker and presenter. \nPrior to joining DuPont Sustainable Solutions\, Rich was a Senior Manager in Deloitte’s Strategy and Operations practice serving numerous Fortune 500 companies across a broad spectrum of challenges. His experience has included running global surveys for Deloitte Research\, delivering market backed strategies to improve profitability and improve efficiencies\, and developing human capital strategies to inspire\, motivate\, train\, and effect sustainable change. \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-managing-demographic-change-risks-opportunities-industry/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Interested in Additive Manufacturing? Appropriate Next Steps
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIn this session\, we will dig into practical next steps if you would like to pursue additive manufacturing within your organization.  We will present key considerations in identifying parts that are the best candidates for AM\, provide tips on how to design for additive manufacturing and lastly\, offer guidance on the information you will need to get parts quoted and fabricated. \nFacilitated by Catalyst Connection’s Connie Palucka and led by 3Diligent’s Cullen Hilkene and MAGNET’s Dave Pierson\, this webinar is part of a series that will describe additive manufacturing (AM)\, how manufacturers large and small are using AM today to advance their operations\, and what next steps you can take to begin your own company’s journey toward AM adoption. \nHosted by NIST-MEP\, America Makes\, and 3Diligent. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/interested-additive-manufacturing-appropriate-next-steps/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How Chevron Fuels Its Integrated Risk Management Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintOrganizations face multiple risks\, each with different degrees of significance. The complexity of managing these risks compounded by the number\, type\, scale and multinational aspects of business operations can be a huge undertaking. For a Fortune 100 company like Chevron\, Integrated Risk Management is not an easy task. \nJoin our speaker\, Shari Thomas from Chevron Corp.\, as she discusses how Chevron executes its Integrated Risk Management (IRM) responsibilities. Process safety\, physical and cybersecurity\, reliability of operations\, investor returns and reputation are just a few of the numerous risks that will be explored to help educate the audience on Chevron’s IRM process. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about the company’s: \n\nRisk profile definition and setup such as those used to capture high-risk and high-consequence facilities.\nConsolidated reporting of risk assessments and metrics.\nIntegrated safeguard management—identification\, implementation and validation.\n\nSpeaker \nShari Thomas\, HSE Specialist for Risk Management\, Chevron \nShari Thomas joined Chevron as a member of the Midcontinent Business Unit Upstream Workflow Transformation team before transitioning to the Stature team in 2012 supporting all upstream Business Units. Shari serves as the Stature Integration Lead for the Enterprise Stature Refresh Project. In her current role\, she is stewarding usage of Stature to support Chevron’s Enterprise OE Risk Management process. \nSponsored by  \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/chevron-fuels-integrated-risk-management-strategy/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Facts on CE Marking
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIndustrial machines shipped into the EU are subject to the CE marking process. This marking process is also true for industrial machines produced or substantially modified within the EU. The CE mark declares that your machine meets the essential requirements of all relevant EU directives. Products that carry the CE mark may be imported and sold without restrictions from national regulations within the EAA. Assemblies of machines such as robotic cells and production lines also fall under this obligation and will be required to be CE marked accordingly. \nThe aim of this webinar is to enable you to understand the requirements of the Machinery Directive in relation to CE Marking \n\nHow to determine the scope of machinery that is applicable to CE Marking legislation\nThe role of manufacturers\, importers\, designers etc.\, of machinery with regards to CE Marking\nThe requirements and process of CE Marking\nOther main directives applicable to CE Marking and their requirements: Machinery\, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)\, Low Voltage (LVD)\, etc.\n\nSpeaker \nLee Burk\, CMSE – Training Manager\, Pilz Automation Safety\, L.P. \nLee Burk has a degree in Electrical Engineering from Cleveland State University and has been certified as a CMSE® – Certified Machinery Safety Expert\, by TÜV Nord. Lee has over 50 years of experience selling and supporting products and services/training in industrial automation applications. He has over 20 years of experience in safety automation for Pilz Automation Safety and is currently the Training Manager for Pilz.\n \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-facts-ce-marking/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Additive Manufacturing Processes and Applications
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIn this session\, we will dive more deeply into the seven primary AM process families: \n\nVat Photopolymerization\nBinder Jetting\nMaterial Jetting\nMaterial Extrusion\nSheet Lamination\nPowder Bed Fusion\nDirected Energy Deposition\n\nWe will highlight some of the tradeoffs of the processes and offer specific use cases for each. \nFacilitated by Catalyst Connection’s Connie Palucka and led by 3Diligent’s Cullen Hilkene and MAGNET’s Dave Pierson\, this webinar is part of a series that will describe additive manufacturing (AM)\, how manufacturers large and small are using AM today to advance their operations\, and what next steps you can take to begin your own company’s journey toward AM adoption. \nHosted by NIST-MEP\, America Makes\, and 3Diligent. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/additive-manufacturing-processes-applications/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: What to Do Before & After OSHA Knocks - An Interactive Look at the Legal Aspects of OSHA & Citation Defense
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThis webinar will cover the new rules adopted by OSHA during the last 3 years\, including penalty increases\, anti-retaliation (drug testing)\, beryllium\, and electronic recordkeeping\, with a discussion on how some rules are being enforced by OSHA and others are not. \nAfter the webinar\, attendees will: \n\nUnderstand what new rules OSHA has adopted in the last 3 years\nIdentify which rules affect their business and which ones are being aggressively enforced by OSHA\nUnderstand why OSHA may not enforce other rules and why this may change\nDevelop an understanding of nuances between state plans and Federal OSHA’s enforcement of the rules\n\nSpeaker \nTravis Vance\, Partner\, Fisher Phillips \nTravis Vance is a partner in the firm’s Charlotte office. He has tried matters across several industries and various subject matters\, including employment litigation\, business disputes and matters prosecuted by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Travis has emerged as a thought leader in the field of workplace safety. His writing and interviews are followed closely by experts in the safety arena and have been featured in premiere publications such as Business Insurance\, EHS Today\, and the Wall Street Journal. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/webinar-osha-knocks-interactive-look-legal-aspects-osha-citation-defense/
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