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SUMMARY:Boosting Manufacturing in NC: SBA Funding & Support Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Are you a U.S.-based manufacturer or small business owner looking to grow your business\, access critical funding and support or secure government contracts? Join us for an exclusive\, in-person training event focused on the SBA’s bold “Made in America” manufacturing initiative – an ambitious effort to strengthen domestic manufacturing and empower American entrepreneurs (recently revealed nationally by Administrator Kelly Loeffler). Our engaging session will provide a high-level overview of the initiative and what it means for business owners who are ready to scale up and compete both locally and globally.\n  \nMORE INFORMATION\n \nIn addition\, attendees will also gain practical\, hands-on insights into SBA programs specifically designed to support the manufacturing sector. We’ll explore financing options\, how to navigate government certifications that open doors to new opportunities\, and the extensive counseling and training resources available to help your business succeed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your reach\, this training is a must-attend for those committed to building and growing right here in America.\n  \nSpeaker\nMike Arriola\nDistrict Director – NC District Office\nUS Small Business Administration\n  \nCo-Sponsor\nJeff Neuville\nManufactured Solutions Center\nConover NC\n \nIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, the CVCC Small Business Center will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation\, please contact the Small Business Center 72 hours prior to the event at 828.327.7000 X4117 or accommodations@cvcc.com.\n  \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/boosting-manufacturing-in-nc-sba-funding-support-strategies/
LOCATION:Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC II) at Catawba Valley Community College\, 350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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SUMMARY:Shima Seiki Holding Knitting Demonstrations at MSC
DESCRIPTION:Shima Seiki is hosting demonstrations of the APEX4 Knit Design software at the MSC II building on November 14\, with sessions on how the software can create virtual samples of socks and sweaters. Shima Seiki’s Knit Design software can be used to virtually design knit products and patterns while taking into account yarn type\, knit structure\, gauge\, and colorway. The demonstrations will show how the technology accelerates the product development process and supports each stage of the knit supply chain. The event will be in-person at the MSC with a virtual option available.\n  \n\nContact Jackie Almeter at\njackie@shimaseikiusa.com\nto reserve a spot today.
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/shima-seiki-holding-knitting-demonstrations-at-msc/
LOCATION:Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC II) at Catawba Valley Community College\, 350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technology
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SUMMARY:STA Northern Division Fall Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Southern Textile Association’s Northern Division Fall Meeting 2024\, scheduled for Wednesday\, October 16 from 11:30 a.m.-5:05 p.m. at the Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC II) at Catawba Valley Community College in Conover\, N.C. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.\, and a networking reception will follow from 5:05-6:30 p.m. An optional tour of the MSC I and II facilities will be available at 10:30 a.m.. Registration fees cover also lunch and drinks/snacks at reception.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/sta-northern-division-fall-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC II) at Catawba Valley Community College\, 350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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