Invitation to the workshop "Manufacturing Innovation with NIAM"

To:  Florida Photonics Cluster members

Dr. Martin Richardson, Professor of Optics and Director of the Townes Laser Institute at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics, is leading the development of an industry-driven consortium to respond to the new Advanced Manufacturing Initiative coming out of Washington.  The proposal will be for a new Institute on Additive Manufacturing.  A workshop on this proposal will be held at UCF on June 1, 2012 as outlined below, in the attached documents, and on the web at the link below.

Please respond to Leslie Bilger (info below) as soon as possible if you are interested in participating in the workshop and possibly in the consortium being proposed.

Jim Pearson

FPC Executive Director

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING (NIAM)
Workshop – Manufacturing Innovation with NIAM

http://NIAM.US

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
June 1^st, 2012

In response to the President’s efforts in resurging the Nation’s Advanced Manufacturing by creating the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI) Pilot Institute for Additive Manufacturing, our industry-driven research consortium is organizing a workshop to help catalyze the transfer of cutting-edge technologies to multiple industries.

You are cordially invited to attend the workshop that will be hosted on Friday, June 1^st, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm, at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. Attendees are encouraged to use this opportunity to present their project ideas, various perspectives and challenges of tomorrow’s manufacturing.

Attached to this email are the workshop agenda, the PowerPoint presentation template as well as some travel- and lodging information. UCF parking permits, lunch and refreshments will be provided to attendees.

Please RSVP to Leslie Bilger (lbilger @ creol. ucf. edu, 1-407-823-6890) and advise if you are planning to present at the workshop.

OIDA workshop on Photonic Integration Techniques

21 June 2012 at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, CO, USA

Sponsored by OIDA member company Infinera Corporation.

The objectives of this workshop are to provide a snapshot of the photonic integration techniques and platforms used for advanced modulation format transmission today and to discuss challenges going forward. Program details and the list of speakers are viewable online.

Highlights:

·         Fifteen guest speakers: David Welch, Infinera, Corp.; Roman Egorov, Verizon; Alex Fang, Aurrion; Ferris Lipscomb, Neophotonics; Ilya Lyubomirsky, Finisar; Beck Mason, JDSU; Radha Nagaraja, Infinera, Corp.; Tom Palkert, Luxtera, Inc.; Hajime Shoji, Sumitomo Electric; Simon Stanley, Earlswood Marketing Limited; Valery Tolstikhin, OneChip Photonics Inc.; Andreas Umbach, U2T Photonics; Mike Wale, Oclaro, Inc.

•     A luncheon event with a special keynote address by David Welch who will discuss the role of Photonic Integration in high capacity fiber  optic networks.

•    Post-workshop presentation slides available freely online for meeting attendees and OIDA members.

This Workshop will be held in tandem with the Optical Society of America Advanced Photonics Congress. For details, visit www.oida.org.

Learn about the Chinese market from US Dept. of Commerce experts! - June 6

Dear all,

I wanted to let you know about a great opportunity coming up to learn about doing business in China which takes place on June 6, 8:30-10:30 am. (see details below) We will also have a limited number of slots for one on one counseling after the event available on a first come/first served basis.  The registration link is: www.insightsforexporters.eventbrite.com

Also, mark your calendars now for a export compliance seminar we are planning for July 23 and a Intellectual Property Rights protection for exporters seminar planned for early August!

Regards,

John Fay

Commercial Officer

US Export Assistance Center

Orlando, Florida

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Igniting Innovation Capital Showcase Application Window Now Open!

Igniting Innovation Capital Showcase Application Window Now Open! $100,000 Prize to the Most Promising Company www.i2Florida.com On September 21, 2012, the Technological Research and Development Authority (TRDA), in cooperation with Space Florida, will host the second annual I2 Capital Acceleration Showcase at the Florida Hotel in Orlando, FL.  The I2 Capital Acceleration Showcase will feature business presentations from ten growth-oriented, venture-ready technology companies that will be selected to compete for a $100,000 prize sponsored by Space Florida. The company presentations will be made to a targeted audience of venture capitalists, investment bankers, angel investors, government officials and economic development stakeholders. An additional ten companies will be selected to showcase their products in the I2 Showcase exhibition hall alongside the presenting companies.   Eligible companies must provide a product or service in one of these industries: Aerospace/Aviation, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Clean Technology, Alternative/Renewable Energy, Defense/Homeland Security, Software/IT, Simulation/Gaming, Internet/Mobile Apps, or Telecommunications. Companies will be selected on the following criteria: a strong market need, a unique value to their chosen marketplace, investment readiness, the potential for superior investor ROI, a sound business model that is revenue-driven, and a quality team with relevant industry experience.   A Special Session - The Cleantech Ventures Showcase      The I2 Capital Acceleration Showcase will also include the I2 Cleantech Ventures presentation session. Ten Cleantech/Alternative Energy companies will be selected to present to the same audience of investors at the I2 Showcase. All companies will first be evaluated for the $100,000 prize session. Cleantech/Alternative Energy applicants not selected for the prize session will automatically be considered for the Cleantech Ventures session. The application, selection criteria and mentoring process is the same for both sessions, but Cleantech Ventures presenters are not eligible for the $100,000 prize. How Do I Apply?      Applications for the I2 Capital Acceleration Showcase should be submitted online at www.i2florida.com.  The deadline for applications is Friday, June 1st, 2012.  Applicants selected for both showcase sessions will be notified no later than June 18th.  Companies selected to compete for the $100,000 prize will be required to attend a mandatory one-day kickoff boot camp on Monday, June 25th at the TRDA in Melbourne, FL.  Cleantech Ventures presenters are invited to optionally attend the boot camp. What is the Selection Process?  All submitted application materials will be evaluated by the I2 Investor Review Board that is comprised of venture capitalists, industry experts, experienced technology entrepreneurs and representatives from TRDA and Space Florida.  The I2 Investor Review Board will select the most promising companies from the perspective of investor ROI for both the $100,000 prize competition and Cleantech Ventures.  How Does the I2 Mentoring Work? All companies selected to present are required to actively participate in three months of mentoring provided by TRDA's mentor network, which consists of seasoned startup executives and investors that understand the capital raising process. TRDA mentors will assist selected companies with business strategy, financial pro forma development and investor presentations. The mentoring process will kick off on June 25th at the boot camp session at the TRDA. Most of the mentoring can be done virtually, but companies selected to compete for the $100,000 prize will be required to attend the boot camp. Cleantech Ventures presenters are invited to optionally attend the boot camp, but are required to participate in the mentoring process. How Do I Apply? Simply fill out the online application located at www.i2florida.com/how-to-apply. Questions? Contact Brenda McMillan at bmcmillan@trda.org or (321) 872-1050 ext. 103. A Program of the Technological Research and Development Authority   [Insert social links here - se ect the logos from the toolbar on the left side.]

You are Part of the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem - Entrepreneurs Academy

Your organization plays a critical role in the entrepreneurial ecosystem and is invited be part of a new initiative, the Entrepreneurs Academy.  The Academy was developed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. This innovative 2-day program will help entrepreneurs navigate the rich set of resources available in the Orlando area and will enable them to build critical connections to resources to innovate and grow.

We would like to include your organization as key resource within the ecosystem which would be described at the Entrepreneurs Academy and included on the Orlando, Inc. website.  

If you are interested in participating in the Academy as a supporting faculty member and tell participants about your organization and services, please let me know so that I can provide you with the appropriate date, time and location.

Created by Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs

The Entrepreneurs Academy is all about entrepreneurs and experts helping entrepreneurs. The inaugural Academy will be held on Wednesday, May 30 and Thursday, May 31, at Rollins College. It will bring together 20 to 25 growth-oriented entrepreneurs and they will hear first-hand from other successful entrepreneurs who have benefitted from these resources. The inaugural Academy will be chaired by Marty Rubin, CEO and President of Smart City, the nation's leading communications provider to convention centers and hospitality venues, and Past Chair of the Orlando, Inc. Board of Directors. 

Two-Days of Learning From Experts and Entrepreneurs

In this exclusive, two-day interactive session, entrepreneurs with meet and work with experts and entrepreneurs who represent elements of the entrepreneurial ecosystem: Advocates, Entrepreneurial Educators, Funding Sources, Professional Services, Recognition, Resource Providers, Sources of Innovation and Talent. All of them focused on helping take a business to the next level. During the Entrepreneurs Academy, they will learn about resources available to entrepreneurs, build strong connections, create a customized action plan for their business, receive a one-on-one consultation meeting to monitor this plan.

If appropriate, you are welcome to invite your clients to apply for Entrepreneurs Academy. The inaugural class in May will be for business owners with 2 to 25 employees who have been in business for at least 2 years. Please feel free to direct clients to apply on-line at www.orlando.org/academy. The price is $195 for Orlando, Inc. members and business owners/residents of the City of Orlando, and $395 for non-members.

If for any reason, you do not want to be included or listed in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, please let me know by Friday, May 18.

As organizations that serve entrepreneurs, this is a great opportunity for us, together, to nurture a vibrant and connected entrepreneurial ecosystem. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Leslie Hielema

President

Orlando, Inc. (Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce)

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