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SUMMARY:Safety Trivia Challenge – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin us for a fun and interactive webinar packed with OSHA Trivia! Test your knowledge of OSHA standards\, regulations\, and safety practices in this engaging session designed to challenge and entertain. Compete with fellow safety enthusiasts as you tackle questions across a range of topics\, from workplace hazards to compliance requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out\, this trivia event is a great way to learn\, connect\, and brush up on key safety facts. Don’t miss the chance to have some fun and sharpen your OSHA expertise—sign up today!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/safety-trivia-challenge-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Changes to the ISO 9001:2015 Standard: What You Need to Know – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:As the ISO 9001:2015 standard undergoes updates\, it’s essential for organizations to stay informed and prepared. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the anticipated changes to the ISO 9001:2015 standard\, helping quality managers\, auditors\, and professionals in regulated industries understand the potential impact on their quality management systems (QMS). We’ll cover key updates\, implementation strategies\, and timelines to ensure you remain compliant and ahead of the curve. Join us for expert insights\, actionable advice\, and a Q&A session to address your specific questions.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nQuality professionals\nCompliance officers\nAnyone involved in ISO 9001 certification and implementation\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nUnderstanding Key Updates: Gain a clear understanding of the upcoming changes to the ISO 9001:2015 standard and how they will impact your organization’s quality management system.\nImplementation Strategies: Learn actionable strategies for implementing these changes effectively within your organization to ensure continuous compliance.\nExpert Guidance and Q&A: Get expert advice on navigating the transition\, along with a dedicated Q&A session to address specific concerns and questions related to your business.\n\nPresenter\nAdrienne Kroll\nAssistant Director of Quality\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: adrianne_kroll@ncsu.edu | Phone: 757.277.4303\n \nAdrianne Kroll is assistant director of quality for NC State Industry Extension Services (IES). Adrianne began her career in the defense industry\, supporting Navy nuclear aircraft carrier and submarine design and construction as a systems engineer. She also supported the US Military as an analyst for the United States Joint Forces Command. She has led various cross-functional teams\, with employees on all levels including upper management\, in documenting processes\, identifying waste and brainstorming improvements in customer support\, information technology\, engineering and supply chain management. She has helped companies implement metrics to track on-time delivery and customer satisfaction. She has experience in systems & industrial engineering\, risk management\, requirements management\, configuration & change management and business process improvement. She has a B.S. in electrical engineering technology\, a M.S. in systems engineering and a Six Sigma Green Belt. Her main focus is quality management systems but her expertise includes business process mapping and project management.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/upcoming-changes-to-the-iso-90012015-standard-what-you-need-to-know-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:OSHA Inspections – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are You Ready? Preparing for an OSHA Audit\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nGet ready for an OSHA audit with our webinar led by Holli Singleton. This session will cover essential steps to ensure your organization is audit-ready\, including key documentation\, common compliance pitfalls\, and strategies for managing the inspection process. Ideal for safety professionals and managers\, this webinar will equip you with the confidence and tools to handle any audit successfully. Join us to strengthen your audit preparedness!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/osha-inspections-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:HazMat Response – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Understanding OSHA’s HazMat Spill Response Requirements\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin Glenn Clapp for a comprehensive webinar on OSHA’s hazardous materials spill response requirements. This session will walk you through OSHA’s regulations for handling hazardous material spills\, including key protocols for containment\, cleanup\, and worker protection. Gain clarity on the steps to ensure compliance\, manage risks effectively\, and implement best practices for safe spill response. Perfect for safety managers\, response teams\, and anyone responsible for hazardous materials\, this webinar will provide the knowledge you need to respond confidently and keep your workplace safe. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your HazMat response expertise!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/hazmat-response-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity and CMMC – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Staying Competitive in a Crowded Field\nCMMC is an evolving standard which will help businesses stay secure and differentiate them from competitors. In this webinar we’ll discuss the latest in CMMC\, cyber security\, and DoD contracting.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nBusinesses interested in CMMC\nMembers of the DoD supply chain\nCompanies interested in becoming part of the DoD supply chain\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nWhere CMMC adoption is today\nWhat the future of CMMC compliance looks like\nHow CMMC helps keep manufacturing organizations competitive\n\nPresenter\nBrian Vigna\nInstructional Designer and Security Awareness Training Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: brian_vigna@ncsu.edu | Phone: 904.742.2225\n \nBrian is an instructional designer in the professional learning and instructional design unit for NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES)\, plus he manages all cyber security-related projects. Brian has been an adult educator\, trainer and instructional designer for over ten years. Brian has taught a variety of certification and professional development courses at the collegiate level and in collaboration with the United States government. Brian is certified in CISSP\, CompTIA Security+\, CompTIA A+\, CompTIA Network+\, CompTIA Cloud Essentials and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) – Registered Practitioner. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional\, AWS Solutions Architect and an AWS Cloud Practitioner. Brian is also currently pursuing a M.S. in education from NC State University. Outside of work\, Brian enjoys hiking\, sports and spending time with his family.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/cybersecurity-and-cmmc-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Practical Project Management Course
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nIn today’s competitive business world\, organizations are taking on an increasing number of projects without the luxury of increasing headcount. More and more\, personnel from every industry\, without fundamental project management skills\, are being thrust into the role of project manager.\n \nIf you are one of these accidental project managers\, Practical Project Management will give you fundamental project management tools so that you and your current staff/team can hit the floor\, running. This course will give you the skills to effectively and efficiently manage and complete more projects\, successfully\, on time and on budget.\n \nWho Should Attend:\nThis course is recommended for anyone who wants to learn the basics of how to effectively manage projects.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/practical-project-management-course/
LOCATION:Guilford County Cooperative Extension Center\, 3309 Burlington Rd.\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Management
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SUMMARY:Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are You Ready?\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nGain critical insights into Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response in this must-attend webinar\, led by Holli Singleton. This session covers essential steps for building effective emergency action plans\, establishing clear communication channels\, and training teams for rapid\, coordinated responses in any crisis. Holli will guide you through OSHA’s standards and best practices for emergency preparedness\, helping you develop the skills to protect your workforce and manage unexpected incidents effectively. Equip yourself with practical strategies to strengthen your organization’s emergency response capabilities—join us and prepare for the unexpected!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/disaster-preparedness-and-emergency-response-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Untapped Labor Pools – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Recruiting Veterans for Manufacturing Career\nAre you a manufacturer struggling to find skilled workers to fill your open positions? Look no further than veterans. These highly trained individuals possess unique skills and qualities that make them ideal candidates for careers in manufacturing. Recruiting veterans for manufacturing careers is a win-win situation. They bring a wealth of experience\, discipline\, and technical skills that can significantly benefit the industry.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nManufacturing businesses with workforce shortages\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nBenefits of Hiring Veterans\nMilitary Workforce Basics\nMilitary Workforce Impediments\nVeterans Transition Programs\nDevelop an Understanding of Military Occupational Specialties\n\nPresenter\nMichael Mullins\nDirector\, Defense Industry Initiatives\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: michael_r_mullins@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.515.5735\n \nMichael Mullins is the Director of Defense Industry Initiatives and the Industry Extension Services (IES) military segment regional manager\, serving state-wide military clients. Michael is a former Marine and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who spent most of his career at Fort Bragg. He has extensive experience executing and managing Department of Defense training contracts in Sub-Saharan Africa\, Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia. During the execution of these training programs\, Michael worked closely with the Department of State\, various foreign ministries\, non-governmental organizations\, the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. Additionally\, he served as an assistant professor of military science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Vanderbilt University. Michael has a comprehensive understanding of the processes and procedures North Carolina businesses face in the acquisition and execution of U.S. government contracts. In Fayetteville\, he served as an international program manager with General Dynamics Information Technology\, a global project manager with American Systems Corporation\, and an operations officer with a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB). Michael has a B.S. in political science and an M.S. in international relations. He is also a U.S. Army Command and General Staff College graduate.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/exploring-untapped-labor-pools-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Safety and Health Management – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:What Should Safety Leadership Look Like?\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nExplore what it truly means to lead in safety with our upcoming webinar\, “What Should Safety Leadership Look Like?”  Led by Lance McClure\, this session will delve into the qualities and actions that define effective safety leadership\, from building a proactive safety culture to engaging and empowering employees at every level. Discover key strategies for modeling safety-first behaviors\, driving accountability\, and fostering open communication to reduce risks. Whether you’re a supervisor\, manager\, or safety professional\, this webinar will equip you with the tools to lead with impact and inspire a culture of safety. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership skills!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/safety-and-health-management-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000
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SUMMARY:SMARTER NC\, Smart Manufacturing Adoption to Realize Transformative Energy Reductions for North Carolina - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Through a federal grant from the Department of Energy\, we can provide financial assistance to small- to medium-sized manufacturers to offset some of the non-equipment costs associated with adopting and integrating relevant SMART technology.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\n\nOrganizations interested in learning more about Smart Manufacturing\nIndividuals responsible for process optimization and technology implementation\nManufacturers interested in reducing energy costs\n\n\n  \nPresenters:\n \nJason Low\, Senior Manufacturing Engineering Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services \nJason Low is a senior manufacturing engineering specialist at NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES)\, where he assists clients with automation strategies and understanding how Industry 4.0 technologies can be adopted and leveraged as part of their lean trajectory\, OEE improvement\, and an increasingly positive bottom line. Jason comes to IES with 25 years of experience in teaching and automation\, including 10 years at the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at NC State University (NCSU).\n  \n\n \nDr. Phil Mintz\, Executive Director\, NC State University Industry Extension Services and Director\, North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) \nPhil Mintz is the current executive director of NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES) and director of the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP). His role at IES is to lead the College of Engineering’s extension services program\, which leverages applied engineering solutions and industry best practices to help smaller\, underserved NC businesses and technical professionals compete in the global marketplace through training and coaching. Phil has a B.S. degree in Engineering Operations from North Carolina State University and an M.S. in Industrial Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University. Mintz was recognized in 2022 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award by the NC State Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering.\n  \nYou can complete a short application to find out if your company is ready to participate in the program.\nncstateies.com/sncapp\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/smarter-nc-smart-manufacturing-adoption-to-realize-transformative-energy-reductions-for-north-carolina-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T110000
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SUMMARY:Innovation – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:From a Random Act to a Reliable Process\nInnovation is often seen as an imperative to being successful. However\, few organizations have established a reliable process for innovation.  This webinar will provide an quick overview of the factors and steps needed to establish a reliable innovation process.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nOwners\, Directors\, Managers\, and Engineers who are interested in boosting Innovation within their organizations\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nA simple and useful definition of innovation – why innovate? The factors within an innovation system and how to optimize each. How to quickly advance (or kill) ideas.\n\nPresenter\nKevin Grayson\nAssistant Director of Technology Management\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: kevin_grayson@ncsu.edu | Phone: 704.751.9661\n \nKevin Grayson is the assistant director of technology management at NC State Industry Extension Services (IES). He provides strategic coaching and training in areas such as competitiveness review\, business strategy development\, new product introduction\, innovation\, advanced manufacturing methods\, performance excellence and market growth. Kevin also supports other areas of IES including quality management systems and Six Sigma instruction. Kevin is an adjunct instructor in the Biomedical Engineering department where he teaches DFSS and certifies senior design projects. Kevin is also a Baldrige Examiner and AHCA Master Examiner and serves on the TNCPE Board of Directors. Kevin has been an AHCA master examiner for the AHCA/NCAL program since 2016. \nKevin is a frequent speaker at conferences and professional meetings\, typically speaking on subjects such as innovation\, performance excellence or Six Sigma. Kevin has B.S. degrees in both electrical engineering and economics from NC State University\, an MBA from Brenau University and an M.S. in electrical engineering from UNC-Charlotte. Kevin is certified as a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and Master Black Belt (MBB).\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/innovation-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T110000
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SUMMARY:Noise – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Basics of Workplace Noise Exposure\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin Jeff Main for a webinar that will cover OSHA’s noise exposure standards\, techniques for measuring workplace noise levels\, and effective strategies for preventing hearing loss on the job. Learn about noise control methods\, proper use of hearing protection\, and how to create a hearing conservation program that meets regulatory requirements. Whether you’re responsible for safety management or work in high-noise environments\, this webinar will provide the tools you need to protect your team’s hearing and enhance workplace safety. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/noise-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T110000
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SUMMARY:Heat Illness Prevention – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Update: OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention Standard\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin us for this essential webinar\, presented by Kristi Spears\, where she will dive into OSHA’s guidelines and best practices for safeguarding workers from heat-related illnesses\, a growing concern across various industries. Learn how to recognize heat hazards\, implement effective prevention strategies\, and protect your team. Whether you’re managing outdoor crews or overseeing workplace safety\, this webinar will equip you with actionable insights to prevent heat illness and enhance your safety program.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/heat-illness-prevention-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241029T152505Z
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SUMMARY:Free Supplier Matching Services – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen Your Supply Chain and Grow Your Business\nDo you have a supplier need or would you like to become a supplier to another company? Supplier matching is a powerful tool that can help North Carolina manufacturers connect with suitable supplier opportunities. Manufacturers can streamline their operations\, improve product quality and ultimately drive business growth by finding local suppliers who align with their specific needs and goals.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nThis webinar will provide information on the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership supplier matching program\, the types of opportunities available and how to access these no-cost supplier sourcing and matching services. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of how they can participate in the program to grow their business and ultimately strengthen supply chains in North Carolina and the country.\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nManufacturers with extended lead times and increased frustration with their current supply chain\nManufacturers with excess capacity seeking new business opportunities\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nLearn what resources are available in NC\nFind out how you can tap into a network of suppliers in NC\nSubmit a Supplier Request form to find new sources ncstateies.com/supplyrequest\nRegister on ManufacturedNC.com to expand visibility\nVisit ncstateies.com/opportunities to view open business opportunities\n\nPresenter\nEric Taylor\nSupply Chain Optimization Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: eric_taylor@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.513.4529\n \nEric Taylor is a Supply Chain Optimization Specialist with North Carolina State University Industry Expansion Solution (IES). Eric is retired from the U.S. Army\, where he worked in the supply chain\, operations and logistics for nearly 24 years. Eric supported operations in both Afghanistan and Iraq. He has dual associate degrees from Fayetteville Technical Community College in Operations Management and Global Logistics and Distribution Management Technology. Eric has dual B.S. degrees from East Carolina University in Supply Chain Management and Marketing. When he’s not working\, he enjoys spending time with his family doing new things.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/free-supplier-matching-services-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Supply Chain,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T110000
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SUMMARY:Fall Protection – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Selecting the Right Fall Protection When Working From Heights\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nOSHA’s Fall Stand-Down is May 5-9. Kick off your stand-down week by joining us for this free webinar on May 5! Falls remain one of the leading causes of fatalities in the construction industry\, accounting for over a third of all deaths—and most are preventable. Led by Lance McClure\, this session will cover essential topics like lanyards\, personal fall arrest systems (PFAS)\, anchor points\, and more. Learn how to make informed decisions to choose the best fall prevention and protection strategies to keep your workers safe. Don’t miss this critical opportunity to enhance your workplace safety practices!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!\n \nThe National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction will take place May 5–9\, 2025.\nVisit stopconstructionfalls.com for valuable resources for fall protection.\n \n#StandDown4Safety
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/fall-protection-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241015T181100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T010140Z
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SUMMARY:2025 The NC Manufacturing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the North Carolina Manufacturing Conference\, MFGCON\, April 29-30\, 2025\, to network with your peers and share best practices. MFGCON is a hub for valuable insights to enhance efficiency and profitability within the state’s manufacturing sector.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nYou will receive valuable ideas and resources to solve workforce\, leadership\, operations\, technology and strategic growth challenges that you can implement for immediate results.\n  \nDay 1: April 29\, 2025\n\n\n1 p.m. Registration\n1:30 p.m. Opening remarks\n2 p.m. General session/keynote\n3 p.m. Three concurrent breakout sessions\n4 p.m. NCMEP Manufacturing Leadership Awards ceremony\n4:30–6 p.m. Celebration of North Carolina manufacturing reception and vendor trade show\n\n\nDay 2: April 30\, 2025\n\n\n7 a.m. Registration\n7:30 a.m. Buffet breakfast\n8 a.m. Opening remarks/General session\n9:15 a.m. Three concurrent breakout sessions\n10:15 a.m. Networking break and exhibits\n11 a.m. Three concurrent breakout sessions\nNoon Buffet lunch\n12:30 p.m. Keynote speaker\n1:30 p.m. Closing comments and door prizes\n\n\n  \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/2025-the-nc-manufacturing-conference/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 West 5th Street\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20230809T121311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T180658Z
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SUMMARY:Toyota Kata + PIT Experience
DESCRIPTION:Imagine how efficient your business would be if it operated like a motorsports pit crew. What if you could learn concepts to improve problem-solving through experimental cycles and make such problem-solving techniques a habit? What if you found a program that could teach you how to relate the concepts of the pit stop back to your business?\n  \nLook at Experimental Problem Solving in a Novel Way\nNC State University Industry Extension Services has partnered with the Performance Instruction & Training (PIT) facility deep in NASCAR country to provide a Toyota Kata Overview experience.\n \nThe program challenges participants to look at problem-solving in a way that is entertaining and easy to understand. This is provided through the pit stop experience\, a team-based event that is analyzed to evaluate performance\, identify learnings\, and make modifications for continuous improvement.\n \nParticipation group size is limited to 25\, so register early to save a spot!!\nAsk your Regional Manager about the discount for two or more attendees from the same organization!\n \nContact your regional manager to register.\n  \n\nEVENT FLYER \nfor more information. \n 
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/toyota-kata-pit-experience/
LOCATION:Performance Instruction & Training (PIT)\, 156 Byers Creek Road\, Mooresville\, NC\, 28117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Improvement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241205T182830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T182830Z
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SUMMARY:Work Zone Safety – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Work Zone Safety Basics\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin us for a free webinar on Work Zone Safety\, presented by Wendy Padgett. In this session\, you’ll learn essential strategies for protecting workers and motorists in and around work zones. From traffic control measures to hazard identification and compliance with regulations\, this webinar will provide you with the tools to reduce risks and ensure safety on roadways and construction sites. Whether you manage crews or are responsible for safety oversight\, this session will help you strengthen your work zone safety practices and protect your team. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance safety in high-risk environments!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/work-zone-safety-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241106T122455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T122455Z
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SUMMARY:Going Green – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Improving Your Organization’s Environmental Footprint\n \nIn today’s world\, customers are demanding proof of your environmental improvements more and more often. Whether you are just getting started on improving your environmental impact or you have been working on it for years\, this webinar will discuss ways to move forward on your improvement goals\, where to look for new ideas\, and how to get the biggest bang for your buck on the projects you work on.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nEnvironmental Professionals\nGreen Teams\nSustainability champions\nThose responsible for meeting/reporting on environmental demands from customers\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\nThis webinar will discuss ways to move forward on your improvement goals\, where to look for new ideas\, and how to get the biggest bang for your buck on the projects you work on.\n  \nPresenter\nAngela Barger\nImprovement Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: angela_barger@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.309.5015\n \nAngela Barger is an Improvement Specialist at NC State University Industry Expansions (IES)\, where she assists organizations pursuing environmental\, health\, and safety management systems registration to achieve their goals through coaching and mentoring. She also performs training and internal audits for the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. Before joining IES\, Angela served as manager of the NC DEQ Environmental Stewardship Initiative (ESI) for 15 years delivering training and assistance on environmental management systems (ISO 14001) and a wide range of other environmental and sustainability topics. She has two Bachelor of Science degrees from NC State University in Chemical Engineering and Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science degree from Lenoir-Rhyne College (now University) in General Studies with a concentration in pre-engineering. She supports the next generation of scientists and engineers in her spare time by serving as the Sr. Volunteer Coordinator and Planning Committee member for the FIRST Robotics Competition in North Carolina.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/going-green-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20250219T180722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T170807Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch + Learn: Cybersecurity Awareness and CMMC Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers are a key part of the North Carolina economy and should be aware of the growing cyber-attack threat. A single cyber breach can cause loss of confidential data\, disruption of production\, revenue loss\, impact of up and downstream partners\, and even put a company out of business. In this lunch & learn\, we will discuss the current threats\, how to create a culture of cybersecurity\, and some basic defense tactics you can implement today.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nManufacturers operating in the DoD supply chain are responsible for safeguarding data\, especially Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). A new requirement for all DoD contractors went into effect in 2025\, CMMC. The mandate has been in the works for years and is designed to ensure that all companies working in the DoD supply chain have adequate cybersecurity controls to defend against cyber attacks. \nWith an estimated 200\,000 companies currently in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)\, this change will seriously impact businesses of all sizes. Begin the journey towards compliance today instead of delaying and potentially losing DoD work due to non-compliance. In this Lunch & Learn\, you will hear about the CMMC program\, requirements for manufacturers\, how to get started with compliance and more. \nAgenda\n\n\n11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nTop cyber threats to manufacturers and benefit of cyber investment- people\, policy\, procedure presentation by Brian Vigna\, Cybersecurity Awareness Expert\, Industry Extension Services\n\n\n12:30-1:00 p.m.\nNetworking and Lunch\n\n\n  \n\n\nMore resources available: ies.ncsu.edu/cybersecurity\n\n\n  \nPresenter\nBrian Vigna\nInstructional Designer and Security Awareness Training Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: brian_vigna@ncsu.edu | Phone: 904.742.2225\n \nBrian is an instructional designer in the professional learning and instructional design unit for NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES)\, plus he manages all cyber security-related projects. Brian has been an adult educator\, trainer and instructional designer for over ten years. Brian has taught a variety of certification and professional development courses at the collegiate level and in collaboration with the United States government. Brian is certified in CISSP\, CompTIA Security+\, CompTIA A+\, CompTIA Network+\, CompTIA Cloud Essentials and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) – Registered Practitioner. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional\, AWS Solutions Architect and an AWS Cloud Practitioner. Brian is also currently pursuing a M.S. in education from NC State University. Outside of work\, Brian enjoys hiking\, sports and spending time with his family.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/lunch-learn-cybersecurity-awareness-and-cmmc-compliance/
LOCATION:Global Transpark Training Center\, 2780 Jetport Rd\, Kinston\, NC\, 28504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241205T182229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T182440Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Response – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:OSHA’s Standard for Emergency Response\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nStay informed on OSHA’s latest plans to develop an Emergency Response Standard by joining this timely webinar\, led by Glenn Clapp. This session will provide an  update on the progress of OSHA’s proposed standard\, focusing on how it aims to enhance worker protection during emergency situations. Learn about the key elements being considered\, potential impacts on employers and what steps you can take now to prepare for future compliance. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of regulatory changes and ensure your organization is ready for the evolving emergency response landscape!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/emergency-response-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241106T124553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T101636Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Sensing II… – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:From the Breadboard to the Dashboard\n \nThe Internet of Things (IoT)\, originally coined in 1999\, has made its way into the vernacular only in the past few years; it is now commonly associated as being a puzzle piece of Smart Manufacturing. What lacked at the turn of the century was a clear understanding of how these “new-concept” devices would talk to systems of importance\, e.g. a controller or ingestion mechanism\, and\, more importantly\, how they would be ultimately used to benefit our everyday lives. Home automation\, smart phone-enabled and other simple devices soon became commonplace\, and we began to see the benefit of these “things”. Fast-forward\, industry found great utility in placing these devices within their own systems to capture information that may not have been native when the original system was developed. The IoT wild west began…\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nElectrical Engineers\nProcess Engineers\nLine Technicians\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nFind out some of the key differences between an IoT device and an IIoT device.\nSee\, step-by-step\, how an IIoT device can be used in simple control\, and extended for use in more elaborate settings.\nDiscover how these devices can be connected to the cloud with little configuration.\nDiscover a tool that you can use\, and may already have familiarity\, can be put into play to show/share information critical to agile production.\n\n  \nPresenter\nJason Low\nSenior Manufacturing Engineering Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: jason_low@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.515.1424\n \nJason Low is a senior manufacturing engineering specialist at NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES)\, where he assists clients with automation strategies and understanding how Industry 4.0 technologies can be adopted and leveraged as part of their lean trajectory\, OEE improvement and an increasingly positive bottom line. Jason comes to IES with 25 years of teaching and automation experience in the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at NC State University (NCSU). Before his tenure at NCSU\, Jason worked in the computer industry as a manufacturing engineer and helped grow his family’s business. While practicing his craft\, Jason found that he could further his passion for solving manufacturing problems with an advanced degree in industrial engineering. His journey brought him to NC State\, where he later accepted a position in the IE Department. As a teaching faculty member\, Jason performed many roles\, spanning laboratory management\, curriculum enhancement\, teaching and student advising. Jason’s success is measured by the success of the lives he touched and countless students who are now working professionals. Jason brings vast experience working with small and large North Carolina companies and a network of people and resources that underpin one of the most essential sectors of North Carolina’s economy: manufacturing. Jason believes the key to the success of students and industry alike stems from the unmatched resources found in the state and the solid foundation built by our tremendous educational system. Jason is excited to bring his system mindset and knowledge of automation and processes to assist in the competitiveness of North Carolina’s small and medium-sized manufacturers. Jason holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BSEET) from the University of Maine and a Master of Industrial Engineering (MIE) from NC State University. He\, his wife Sandy and two adult children\, Julia and Lauren\, have made North Carolina home and they genuinely believe that there’s no better place to live\, work and play. When Jason isn’t championing the cause of automation\, he enjoys scenic travel\, culinary adventures\, high-fidelity audio\, and carpentry. While none have yet to converge in/as one experience\, Jason would like to hear of opportunities where “hobby synthesis” can be achieved!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/smart-sensing-ii-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241029T133522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T173505Z
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SUMMARY:3D Virtual Tour Digital Technology – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join our upcoming webinar to discover how cutting-edge 3D scanning technology is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry. Learn how manufacturers can improve workflow\, marketing\, documentation\, and training.\n \nLearn how 3D digital twins reduce downtime\, improve marketing\, enhance facility management\, and improve safety.\n \nFigure out how NC State University Industry Extension Services can bring this technology to you.\n \nWhether you’re involved in facility management\, production planning\, or safety compliance\, this webinar will give you the insights you need to harness the full potential of 3D scanning technology in manufacturing environments.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nAnyone interested in innovative solutions for optimizing manufacturing processes\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nHow NC State Industry Extension Services can create a 3D Scan of your manufacturing facilities\nLearn how to obtain quick\, highly detailed\, and accurate dimensions of facility layouts\nLearn how 3D scans can be used to improve facility layouts\, improve SEO and be used as a marketing tool for hiring people\, help with insurance documentation\, improve training methods\, etc.\n\nPresenter\nCasey Olson\nExtension Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: casey_olson@ncsu.edu | Phone: 704.839.3202\n \nCasey Olson is an Engineering Improvement Specialist with North Carolina State University Industry Extension Services (IES). Casey has previously worked in industry as a Process Industrial Engineer and has a background in process improvement and project management. In her position with the Process Optimization team Casey brings her skills and perspective in areas such as: CAD modeling\, Lean Six Sigma\, Analyzing Supply Chains\, Manufacturing Process\, Automated Manufacturing\, Simulation and Quality Control. Casey has a B.S. in industrial and systems engineering degree from NC State University. She also has completed OSHA 2255: Principles of Ergonomics\, Lean 200: Applying the Fundamentals\, Lean 300: Facilitating Continuous Improvement Activities and Training Within Industry: Job Instruction Training. In her free time\, Casey enjoys hiking\, traveling\, and trying new things. She is based in the Raleigh\, NC area and helps to advance IES’s extension and outreach mission/vision across the state through her work in all hundred counties.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/3d-virtual-tour-digital-technology-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241203T231757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T112050Z
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SUMMARY:Confined Spaces – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin us for a free webinar on determining whether a confined space requires a permit before entry. Presented by safety expert Mac McNulty\, this session will walk you through OSHA’s criteria for identifying permit-required confined spaces\, the potential hazards involved\, and the necessary precautions to ensure worker safety. Gain practical insights into assessing confined spaces and complying with regulations to keep your team safe and in compliance. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to enhance your safety program!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/confined-spaces-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241023T173724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T154736Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Works! Internships – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How to hire an engineering student for $15/hour\nAddress your workforce labor shortage with talented and dedicated engineering students this summer. Accomplish projects you haven’t had time or labor to complete. The deadline to hire interns is approaching- join us to learn how to participate in the Rural Works! Internship Program.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nNC State University Industry Extension Services Regional Managers can help you find a talented engineering student intern this summer for $15 an hour in rural counties of North Carolina. NC State University College of Engineering will supplement the intern pay with an additional $10 per hour\, plus a participation stipend. This financial support will make the internship opportunity at your facility competitive with urban areas in the state to attract the top candidates. You will receive ongoing support from your Regional Manager and Rural Works! staff in creating and sustaining the position.\n \nAnna Mangum\, NC State University Industry Extension Services Regional Manager\, will share all the details of the Rural Works! Internship Program from her years of experience with previous intern successes. Anna will provide what you can expect and what you must do to participate.\n \nRural Works! was created by a partnership between the Division of Academic and Student Affairs\, the Office of Outreach and Engagement\, and NC State Extension.\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nManufacturers experiencing a workforce shortage\nManufacturers who have a backlog of special projects\nManufacturers looking for fresh\, creative problem-solvers\nManufacturers looking to tap into future workforce\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nHow to hire an engineering student for $15/hour\nNC State University Industry Extension Services Regional Managers will walk you through the process and follow up during and after the internship to meet your needs\nInterns offer immediate solutions to workforce shortages\nNC State students offer fresh perspective to manufacturing challenges and cost-savings processes\n\n  \nPresenter\nAnna Mangum\nRegional Manager\, South Central Region\nEmail: anna_mangum@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.210.6050\n \nAnna serves as the NC State Industry Extension Services (IES) regional manager for south central region including Chatham\, Lee\, Harnett\, Johnston\, Moore\, Sampson\, Wake and Wilson counties. Anna has a diverse private and public industry background in which she has worked with manufacturers\, healthcare and government in support of economic development. Prior to her role as regional manager\, Anna led North Carolina’s Sustainable Manufacturing Program\, E3: Economy\, Energy\, Environment. This effort worked across 24 North Carolina communities and 52 manufacturers generating over $29 million in economic impact and growing 270 manufacturing jobs. E3 NC was recognized as a leading manufacturing support program by The White House and US Department of Commerce and was adopted by many states across the nation. Anna also served IES as an EHS Specialist\, delivering on-site services and training including Lean and green techniques\, ISO 14001 and a variety of occupational health and safety classes. Anna has a B.S. in environmental technology\, with minors in environmental toxicology and environmental science from NC State University.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/rural-works-internships-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241120T135836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T135836Z
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SUMMARY:Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Ins and Outs of OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin us for an insightful webinar on OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard\, presented by Julie Martin from North Carolina’s Department of Labor. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of OSHA’s requirements for effective hazard communication in the workplace. Learn how to manage compliance and ensure workers are informed and protected from potential risks. Don’t miss this essential learning opportunity!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCHECKOUT ALL 2025 WEBINARS!
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/chemical-safety-and-hazard-communication-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241023T144917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T145331Z
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SUMMARY:Free Supplier Matching Services – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen Your Supply Chain and Grow Your Business\nDo you have a supplier need or would you like to become a supplier to another company? Supplier matching is a powerful tool that can help North Carolina manufacturers connect with suitable supplier opportunities. Manufacturers can streamline their operations\, improve product quality and ultimately drive business growth by finding local suppliers who align with their specific needs and goals.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nThis webinar will provide information on the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership supplier matching program\, the types of opportunities available and how to access these no-cost supplier sourcing and matching services. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of how they can participate in the program to grow their business and ultimately strengthen supply chains in North Carolina and the country.\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nManufacturers with extended lead times and increased frustration with their current supply chain\nManufacturers with excess capacity seeking new business opportunities\n\n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nLearn what resources are available in NC\nFind out how you can tap into a network of suppliers in NC\nSubmit a Supplier Request form to find new sources ncstateies.com/supplyrequest\nRegister on ManufacturedNC.com to expand visibility\nVisit ncstateies.com/opportunities to view open business opportunities\n\n  \nPresenter\nKeAnne Hoeg\nDirector of Data Management Systems\, Supplier Matching and Reporting\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: keanne_hoeg@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.368.7387\n \nKeAnne Hoeg is the director of data management systems\, supplier matching and reporting at NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES). She describes her job as “playing with data.” Her data and reporting group manage required reporting to stakeholders and several internal applications\, including the Salesforce CRM system\, reporting development\, and data analysis and visualization. In addition to overseeing required stakeholder reporting and systems\, KeAnne manages the Center’s supplier Matching program. Her supplier matching team oversees the Manufactured in North Carolina (MNC) online supplier matching database; works with manufacturers to assess their needs\, identify possible matches and create and respond to opportunities in the national supplier matching program; and mapping key supply chains within North Carolina. KeAnne has worked at IES for 23 years; before moving into her current position\, she worked as a web developer and social media manager in IT and marketing. KeAnne has a B.A. in English from Meredith College and an MSLS in library science from UNC-Chapel Hill.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/free-supplier-matching-services-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Supply Chain,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160136
CREATED:20241108T185116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T185116Z
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SUMMARY:CMMC Implementation: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Military Business Center and North Carolina State University for a “CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance” on December 3 in Raleigh\, North Carolina.\n \nCMMC Day is designed to prepare NC defense contractors for their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessments by providing them with the latest information about CMMC 2.0 and the associated DFARS clauses\, and how to implement them. The goal of the event is for defense contractors and their IT/cyber staff and/or IT managed service providers to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements in CMMC and have a plan to get started or continue with their cybersecurity program. By the end of the day\, attendees should know what the next steps are and what resources are available to help them develop their cybersecurity programs.\n \nSponsored by NC State University Industry Extension Services\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nParking is available in lot D. Campus Map.\n  \nAgenda\n \nLeadership Track>\nWill include a high-level overview of what is being discussed in the technical track\, with the goal being to reduce the friction between leadership and technical professionals. We will also discuss the topics below. \n\n\nCybersecurity Overview\nHow to build a culture of cybersecurity/tone at the top\nThings to do now: DoD CUI training\, Medium Assurance Certificate\, awareness training\nCyber risks\nCMMC Scope\nCompliance documentation\nQuestions to ask your MSP/MSSP/Consultant\nShare responsibility matrices for “inherited” cybersecurity controls\nWhat cybersecurity information to include in service level agreements\nSupply chain risk management\nCMMC implementation strategies\nCost of implementation\n\n\n \nTechnical Track \n\n\nAsset and data inventories\nNetwork diagrams\nData flow diagrams\nPhysical security\nCMMC Scope\nSystem Security Plan\nHow to perform a gap assessment\nHow to put a score in the Supplier Performance Risk System\nNIST controls – where to start\n\n\n \nWho Should Attend:\nDefense contractors- Leadership and those responsible for implementing CMMC AND their Managed Service/Security Providers (MSP/MSSP) or consultants. The new CMMC rule requires MSP/MSSPs to be CMMC Level 2 certified if they store\, process\, or transmit controlled unclassified information (CUI) on behalf of their defense contractor clients. MSP/MSSPs that provide security protection for their clients will be considered in-scope to their client’s CMMC assessment. The content of the workshop will be geared toward preparing attendees for a CMMC Level 2 assessment\, however contractors preparing for CMMC Level 1 will benefit from attending.\n \nWhy attend:\nThe CMMC Program rule is final and was published in the Federal Register on October 15th\, with an effective date of Dec. 14th. CMMC third party assessments can begin\, but the DoD will not put CMMC in contracts until the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) has been changed to include a CMMC clause. We expect the DFARS clause rule to be final by the end of the second quarter in 2025 with an effective date in the late summer or early fall of 2025. If you wait until the new DFARS rule is final\, you will be behind. It takes most contractors 18 – 24 months to develop a secure\, compliant cybersecurity program.\n \nRegistration. Registration is open!\nEarly Bird Registration (prior to November 10\, 2024): $115/person\nRegistration (on or after November 10\, 2024): $130/person\nRegistration includes access to the full program\, materials and catering throughout the day.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/cmmc-implementation-your-path-to-cybersecurity-compliance/
LOCATION:McKimmon Conference and Training Center\, 1101 Gorman Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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SUMMARY:OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics
DESCRIPTION:FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nJoin our upcoming webinar on OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics and ensure compliance for your business. Learn how to accurately identify recordable incidents\, maintain 300 logs\, and effectively navigate 29 CFR 1904. Holli Singleton will guide you through the intricacies of OSHA recordkeeping requirements\, helping you avoid costly fines and penalties. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of OSHA guidelines and protect the health and safety of your workforce. Register now and stay ahead in managing OSHA compliance effortlessly.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/osha-recordkeeping-and-reporting-basics/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Smart Sensors…Your Smart Manufacturing Journey Starts Here!
DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend\nElectrical Engineers\, Process Engineers and Technicians.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nVehicles\, appliances and even toys now leverage seamless internet connectivity and take advantage of many innovative sensing technologies that were once considered too expensive to add to standard product configurations or excessive… “Who needs that anyway?”. Robber sensing technologies are credited with real-time “driver-assist” decision-making in today’s automobiles. That’s above and beyond the hundreds already controlling and optimizing the vehicle’s efficiency and the occupants’ comfort. While components of industrial control systems for many years\, sensors were considered part of the “black box” and little attention was paid to their stand-alone usefulness.  \n \nToday\, data is king and reliance on sensors and their elevation out/away from the black box has taken on its own imperative.  Devices are “smarter\,” can connect to the internet\, often wirelessly and are becoming less expensive and easier to integrate. \n \nCome join our resident expert for an introduction to commercial\, off-the-shelf (COTS) sensing technologies that can help you unearth and share essential production data or assist you in becoming your own integrator-of-things without the integrator price tag! \n  \nKey Takeaways:\n\nLearn the difference between a switch and a “smart switch”\nDiscover where some standard smart sensors are used in manufacturing\nSee how easy it can be to add smart sensors to legacy equipment/systems\n\n  \nPresenter\nJason Low\nSenior Manufacturing Engineering Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail:  jason_low@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.515.1424\n \nJason assists clients with automation strategies and understands how Industry 4.0 technologies can be adopted and leveraged as part of their lean trajectory\, OEE improvement\, and an increasingly positive bottom line.  \n \nJason comes to IES with 25 years of teaching and automation experience in the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at NC State University (NCSU). Jason holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BSEET) from the University of Maine and a Master of Industrial Engineering (MIE) from NC State University.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/smart-sensorsyour-smart-manufacturing-journey-starts-here/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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