Providing Systems and Solutions to help Vermont Manufacturers Innovate, Plan, Perform and Grow
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VMEC E-NEWS BRIEFS - ISSUE 21 - JUNE 2016
WORKFORCE STRATEGIES AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT 

Upcoming Trainings Highlights include: 

Special Training Within Industry overview with TWI Master Trainer Don Dinero, just $50 per person! 
Note: If you're unable to attend either of the intro sessions but are interested in possibly being part of the planned VMEC Vermont Training Program (VTP) Service Provide grant application, we need to hear from you no later than June 30!  Contact Patricia Giavara, VMEC Assistant Director, today at pgiavara@vmec.org or (802) 279-6103. 

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT 

MFG DAY 2016 An annual celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Although Manufacturing Day officially occurs on the first Friday in October - this year is Oct 7, 2016 - any day, week or the whole month can be a Manufacturing Day/ Week/ Month for your organization! Learn More...

Turning Technical Debt Into Operational Triumph You CAN increase your company's profits with simple, cost effective upgrades to internal systems. Read how...

Gaining a Competitive Advantage A quality management system is critical to attracting suppliers and retaining customers. Find out more....

INNOVATION, GROWTH AND TECHNOLOGY ACCELERATION 

FREE! On-line June 22 interactive Innovation Engineering Conference Innovation Engineering is a new field of academic study and leadership science. It teaches you and your team systems to enable innovation by everyone - resulting in both increased speed to market while at the same time decreasing risk. Don't wait - register today!

Innovation Engineering Express, August 30 Join us for this fast-paced, interactive, four-hour session that will show you how to out-pace your competition. Company management teams are encouraged to attend - only $50 per person. Register today! 

Innovation Engineering Academy, Wednesdays in October Accelerate your sales and future profits in record time.   IE Academy is a program of education, advanced tools and 
coaching based on the world's most advanced innovation science, education and tools. 

Top Markets - A Market Assessment Tool for U.S. Exporters Check out how your industry ranks in the world of exporting. 

RESOURCES FOR VERMONT MANUFACTURERS 

Meet Karl Swanke, VMEC's newest Staff Member VMEC adds Professional Manufacturing and Business Growth Advisor to its team! 

Manufactured in Vermont, September 21 Our state's business-to-business event for manufacturers, OEMs and sub-contractors to connect and develop business for contracts and enhanced supply chain opportunities. 
VMEC is a Silver Sponsor of this annual event highlighting manufacturers. 
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Champlain Maker Faire, September 24 & 25  This early fall event brings together families and individuals to celebrate the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset and showcase incredible, interesting and creative projects. 

Waste Diversion program underway at WallGoldfinger Read how one Randolph, VT manufacturer is taking matters into their own hands and assisting others with materials that can be re-used and re-cycled.