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Manufacturing Day Expo & Job Fair
Ford Idaho Center in Nampa
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The first Friday of October (Oct 6 this year) is set aside for National Manufacturing Day; a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Thanks to the Southwest Idaho Manufacturers' Alliance (SWI-MA) Idaho will kick off a month of MFG DAY activities on October 3 & 4 at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa with a VIP Reception, a job fair, and a day-long expo showcasing Idaho manufacturers and the products MADE HERE!
This year's Expo will build on SWIMA’s 2016 event that had 30 exhibitors and more than 500 attendees, including over 350 students.
The 2017 “Made Here!” Expo will include:
- 40+ Exhibitors
- 600+ attendees (including 400+ students)
- Job Fair
- Micron STEM Bus
- College of Southern Idaho Mobile Cheese Manufacturing Lab
- Drones, robots and more
Throughout October, local manufacturers are encouraged to host public tours and events to  highlight the variety of opportunity within the manufacturing industry. The map at right shows MFG Day 2017 events taking place around the nation. You can add your event to the map or find an event near you at www.mfgday.com.
If you need additional information, visit SWIMA or send an email to info@swi-ma.org or call (208) 550-9296.
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September 26-27 in Spokane
Join Gene Hamacher and Shelly Gillis of TechHelp and the University of Idaho for the Manufacturing Matters 2017 Expo in Spokane on September 26-27, 2017. Presented by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Manufacturing Matters EXPO features exhibitors from the Inland Northwest’s leading job shops, contract manufacturers, metal suppliers, logistics and freight companies, along with educational breakout sessions and cross-industry networking among the manufacturing, fabrication and engineering industries.
Reception & Dinner with Keynote Address–September 26 @ Mirabeau Park Hotel (Spokane Valley WA)
Exhibitors & Workshops–September 26 & 27 @ Spokane County Fair & Expo Center (Spokane WA)
- Tues., September 26: 1-4 p.m.
- Wed., September 27: 9-4 p.m. (Workshops: 9-3 p.m.)
- Exhibitor registration opens soon!
- Email Courtney to reserve an exhibit space in advance.
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TechHelp Supports Apprenticeship Idaho
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As Idaho’s need for skilled workers grows, more and more companies and employees are exploring apprenticeship programs. Apprenticeship Idaho is a statewide initiative led by Idaho's Department of Labor that helps employers develop registered apprenticeship programs as part of their overall talent development strategy. The Program is a collaborative effort among state agencies, workforce training centers, and industry partners. A subject matter expert can assist with the initial set-up of the apprenticeship program and the recruitment of candidates.
To learn more about TechHelp’s role in Apprenticeship Idaho or to see if an apprenticeship program would work for your company, contact one of our Specialists listed below:
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Only A Few Seats Left!
Food Safety Workshops September 13-14 - Twin Falls
Food Safety Specialist and Assistant Professor, Jeff Kronenberg, of TechHelp and the University of Idaho will host a One-Day FSPCA Blended Course for Human Food on Wednesday, September 13 and an Internal Auditor Workshop for food processors on Thursday, September 14. Both courses will be at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twin Falls. There are only a few seats left in each course so register ASAP.
Questions, Registration & Lodging
Contact us if you have any questions regarding either of the above courses:
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Seminar: Cross Border eCommerce Overview
By 2020 the global business-to-business ecommerce market will reach $6.7 trillion. Does your business understand the cross-border e-commerce mechanics and strategies to capitalize on this growth?
Join the U.S. Commercial Service and the Idaho District Export Council (DEC) for a half-day seminar on cross-border e-commerce, presented by James Bledsoe, Deputy Director of the eCommerce Innovation Lab.
- When – Wednesday, November 1, 2017, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Where – Idaho Room on the 17th Floor of the Zions Bank Building at 800 West Main Street; Boise, ID 83702
- Cost – $35
- Register Online Here
- Questions – Contact Amy Benson at amy.benson@trade.gov
Seminar Focus:
- Getting Cross-Border eCommerce Sales: Practical Guidance for Small & Medium Sized Businesses
- Cross-Border eCommerce Marketing & Brand Building: Grow Your Business Globally & Reach More Potential Overseas Customers
- Cross-Border eCommerce Regulations & Taxes: How Small Business can Comply with U.S. and Foreign Laws, Regulations, and Taxes
Following this seminar, Amy Benson (Director, U.S. Export Assistance Center Boise) and James Bledsoe will be available for free one-on-one business counseling sessions dealing with cross-border e-commerce.
The eCommerce Innovation Lab (EIL) is housed within the U.S. Department of Commerce’s U.S.  Commercial Service (CS). EIL works to increase the number of U.S. companies exporting through e-commerce by creating educational resources that meet the needs of e-commerce companies.https://export.gov/ecommerce
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TechHelp's university-based Manufacturing Specialists, such as Gene Hamacher, above, stand ready to provide information, training, and services that will help Idaho manufacturers improve competitiveness and profitability.
Click the button below to schedule a free consultation with our Manufacturing Specialists.
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