CFI-Sponsored NASVF Conference Major Success
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The Center For Innovation sponsored the 18th Annual National Association of Seed & Venture Funds held last week in Arlington. The NASVF Board declared this conference their "most successful" ever.
CFI Announces New Initiatives
During a panel discussion headed by Wes Jurey, new initiatives were announced representing technology transfer; including a new partnership with the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and a new consortium to support development for the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) industry in Texas. Read announcement here.
US Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development John Fernandez Speaks
"There needs to better engagement with states and the Economic Development Administration to encourage regional growth," Mr. Fernandez stated. States and regions understand their challenges better than the federal government, therefore the EDA is focusing on giving regions the tools to meet those needs and avoiding a "one size fits all" approach. Read his keynote speech here.
Governor Perry Receives Technology Award
Governor Perry receives the NASVF Government Technology Leadership Award at the NASVF Conference. Watch his acceptance speech and read release here.
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Mayor Delivers Positive Message in Chamber-Sponsored State of the City Address
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 Mayor Robert Cluck addressed the more than 250 business leaders in the annual State of the City address. The mayor highlighted the successful "investments" the city is making; including the community, education, youth, neighborhoods, health and downtown. A Star-Telegram article can be read here. |
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Chamber After Hours Tomorrow at 1010 Collins
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 Join us after work for Chamber After Hours. This monthly come-and-go networking event is a great opportunity to meet with other Chamber members, build relationships and exchange business cards. This month's event will be held tomorrow at 1010 Collins Entertainment Center. This event is free for members, but please register here. |
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Women's Alliance Inaugural "Inspired Women" Luncheon is Next Week
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 The Women's Alliance (WA) luncheon is November 4 at the Cacharel Restaurant. Channel 11's Karen Borta is emcee. Radio celebrity and talk show host, Suzie Humphreys delivers a motivational "I Can Do That" keynote. Both the inaugural Hero Award and WA Scholarship recipients will be announced and recognized. Click here to be part of it.
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Interim Studies Challenge University Research, Question State Debt
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A list of issues for Texas House members to study between now and the 83rd Legislative Session in 2013 include examining the growing levels of state debt, improving Texas' manufacturing capabilities and challenging how university research programs contribute to their institutions. The full, 38-page list of interim charges issued Thursday by House Speaker Joe Straus can be found here.
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Chamber Leaders Urge Support For Propositions 2 and 3.
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The leadership of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce urges members to vote in the November 8 constitutional amendment election and to support propositions 2 and 3. Early voting in the election begins today and runs through November 4. Read more about the propositions.
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Retail Study Indicates Holiday Consumers to Spend More on Themselves
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The National Retail Federation released a study for expected retail sales this holiday season. While consumers may be spending slight less on gifts, they will spend more on themselves. The NRF forecasts an increase of 2.8% in November and December retail sales. Read the highlights here.
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Mark Your Calendars for November |
 Women's Alliance First Annual Inspired Women Luncheon is November 4. Register here.- Business Over Breakfast is November 8. Register here.
- North Arlington Business Council is November 9. For more information, click here.
- Learning Over Lunch is November 16. Please register here.
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Special Recognition to the
President's Advisory Group |
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