http://www.annarborusaevents.org/Promoting the economic development of innovation-based businesses in the Ann Arbor region by offering programs, resources, and proactive support to business at every stage.Copyright 2012 Ann Arbor SPARK - All Rights Reservedhttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11243Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Marc Gardner for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11243Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11348The evening will feature two talks : The Video Streaming to Mobile Devices talk by Priya Rajagopal and Laurentiu Cucos of Compuware Corp. will introduce the audience to the approaches available to stream video content to your mobile platform. . An overview of the deployment options including the various Content Distribution Networks (CDNs) and Video Delivery Platforms will be provided. "The Indy Development Firm Experience and Apple Developers Conference" talk by Michael Antaran of Marvel Apps, will give us the story of building a successful independent iPhone app company. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11348Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11347Pay Per Click Club warmly welcomes critically acclaimed author, Tom Meloche as our guest speaker. Tom is co-author of the "Ultimate Guide to Facebook Advertising" which he wrote with Internet marketing legend, Perry Marshall.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11347Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11282The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11282Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:30:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11324It's time to reinvent your Finances! Join us as Alicia McGovern of Edward Jones help you reach your goal for life, starting with this year as she shares with us her expert knowledge on investing and answer questions as to why you should take a closer look at your finances. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11324Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:30:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11244Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Brian Wong for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11244Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11269This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11269Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11296Smarketing: When the marketing possibilities far exceed your means, being smart with your plan is more crucial than ever. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11296Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11188Mr. Arns is from Kaiser Optical Systems in Ann Arbor and will talk about their experience with holographic grating manufacturing for astronomical applications.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11188Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11332So you’re small and your resources are limited. You can still apply the tested and proven tools of sales and marketing to build your business and improve your bottom line. It’s a matter of being small … and smart. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11332Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11344With the economic downturn in 2008, the customer base of most businesses in the US has dramatically changed, perhaps forever. Your customers are now more focused on how they spend their money and are seeking the best value for their spend. This requires businesses to develop appropriate actions including incentives to put their business in a position to garner that spend. As a result, the use of incentives especially coupons has grow geometrically over the past few years for both B-to-C and B-to-B businesses. During this session Gary will discuss these customer incentives which have gained new momentum in the last few years including the types of incentives used, who uses incentives to make purchase decisions, how to best target customers and distribute these incentives, as well as, the financial implications for your business. Join Gary for a discussion of how these 'tired old tactics' have gained renewed usage and can be applied to your Strategic Business Planning.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11344Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:45:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11257At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11257Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11245Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Robert A. Lutz for an Entrepreneurship Hour in conjuction with the Clean Energy Venture Challenge.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11245Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11345Career development conference for international students at Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan. This conference will provide resources on successful job search strategies as well as connections to immigrant friendly employers in Michigan. All majors welcome to attend. Transportation from EMU to UM will be provided.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11345Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11163Funding Sources; Securities Compliance "How do I get someone to fund my company?http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11163Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11351This month, A2 New Tech is pleased to host Roger Ehrenberg, celebrated New York angel investor, UM alum, and founder and Managing Partner of IA Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on big data investments.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11351Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:30:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11350In today's ever-daunting job market, job seekers who aim to impress can't rely on a standard resume and cover letter. Lindsay Blackwell, creator of the "Dear Lisa Rudgers" campaign, explores how personal branding and interactive content can showcase your qualifications to potential employers in a way that's sure to get you noticed. Lindsay Blackwell is a social media strategist based in Ann Arbor, MI. Blackwell earned her degree in English and Linguistics from the University of Michigan, with a focus on advertising rhetoric and new media marketing. She currently serves as the Marketing Manager of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. Connect with her on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter (@linguangst). Presentation Level: Intermediate Pre-registration for this event is not necessary, but it is fun to see who is attending so feel free to RSVP on the LA2M LinkedIn Group.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11350Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:45:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11349Asking for referrals is how your investment in networking pays dividends. Solopreneurs, small business owners, and anyone who grows their business through word of word of mouth should attend this workshop.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11349Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10420The SBA Forum on Small Business Lending is a round table session where you can learn what is required from a lender. Please preregister as space is limited for this informative free seminar.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10420Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10852This seminar is for CEOs of businesses with at least three years of financial history who want to have a better understanding of how financial statements can inform their business decisions. This workshop provides the business owner an in-depth look at the essentials of using financial information to make effective decisions about improving their business performance. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10852Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11246Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Dean Malmgren for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11246Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11280Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11280Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11311This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11311Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11247Due to Spring Break, there will be no class today.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11247Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11248Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11248Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11270This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11270Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11327This seminar is valuable to CEOs, Business Unit Managers, Process Leaders, and Supervisors interested in seeing their organization and staffs reach full potential. Seminar training is applicable to small, medium, and large organizations across many industries including: manufacturing, education, healthcare, banking, finance, insurance, and transportation. Please check the event URL for more information. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11327Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11297The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11297Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11189Dr. Jiang is from Rigaku Innovative Technology Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI and will speak on the use of X-rays for Metrology.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11189Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11283Coaching, Mentoring, Networking and Job Leads The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11283Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11258At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11258Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10944Learn to use print and electronic library resources to do market research for your business, including potential customers and competitors, as well as business-to-business marketing.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10944Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11249Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Mary Barra for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11249Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11164Export/Import; Customs; Considerations in Forming Entitieshttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11164Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11250Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Tim Bentley for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11250Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11286Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11286Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11251Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11251Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11342Join a team of seasoned WordPress experts as they guide you through a 2-day hands-on workshop where you will leave with a WordPress website you built and can manage yourself.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11342Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11312This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11312Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11252Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Diana Kander for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11252Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11271This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11271Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11298The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11298Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11190Dr. Forrest is from the Univ. of MI and will speak on Organic LED Technology and entrepreneurship.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11190Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11284The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11284Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11253Join MPowered and the Center for Entrepreneurship as they present Aayush Phumbrha for an Entrepreneurship Hour.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11253Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11165Hiring practices; Employees vs. Independent Contractors; Wage & Hour Issues; Discrimination Issues; Whistleblower protection; Best practiceshttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11165Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11259At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11259Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11287Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11287Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11313This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11313Thu, 03 May 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11272This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11272Tue, 08 May 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11299The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11299Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11285The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11285Wed, 09 May 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11260At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11260Fri, 18 May 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10945Learn to use print and electronic library resources to do market research for your business, including potential customers and competitors, as well as business-to-business marketing.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10945Fri, 18 May 2012 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11235Does your website comply?http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11235Mon, 21 May 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11288Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11288Tue, 29 May 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11314This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11314Thu, 07 Jun 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11273This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11273Tue, 12 Jun 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11300The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a ten-session monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerrilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11300Tue, 12 Jun 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11289The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11289Wed, 13 Jun 2012 07:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11261At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11261Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11236Starting a new business is complicated: there are many t’s to cross and i’s to dot. The nine session Business Law & Order Legal Series will give entrepreneurs insight into some of the most important legal issues they must consider during business formation. Some of these issues include: proper business structure, intellectual property protection, founders and key employee compensation, considerations regarding employees versus independent contractors, doing business overseas and commercial agreements. The sessions will help new business owners understand their options and make better decisions relating to the structure, organization and management of their business. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11236Mon, 18 Jun 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11290Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11290Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11274This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11274Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11302We thought we would offer something a little different for the summer months and provide two workshops with unique opportunities to meet with some very smart marketing people and pick their brains! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11302Tue, 10 Jul 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11315This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11315Thu, 12 Jul 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11262At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11262Fri, 20 Jul 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10946Learn to use print and electronic library resources to do market research for your business, including potential customers and competitors, as well as business-to-business marketing.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10946Fri, 20 Jul 2012 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11291Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11291Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11316This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11316Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11275This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11275Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11303We thought we would offer something a little different for the summer months and provide two workshops with unique opportunities to meet with some very smart marketing people and pick their brains! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11303Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11263At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11263Fri, 17 Aug 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11292Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11292Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11317This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11317Thu, 06 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11276This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11276Tue, 11 Sep 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11301The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a ten-session monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerrilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11301Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11307Starting a new business is complicated: there are many t’s to cross and i’s to dot. The nine session Business Law & Order Legal Series will give entrepreneurs insight into some of the most important legal issues they must consider during business formation. Some of these issues include: proper business structure, intellectual property protection, founders and key employee compensation, considerations regarding employees versus independent contractors, doing business overseas and commercial agreements. The sessions will help new business owners understand their options and make better decisions relating to the structure, organization and management of their business. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11307Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11264At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11264Fri, 21 Sep 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11293Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11293Tue, 25 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11318This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11318Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11277This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11277Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11304The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a ten-session monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerrilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11304Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11308Starting a new business is complicated: there are many t’s to cross and i’s to dot. The nine session Business Law & Order Legal Series will give entrepreneurs insight into some of the most important legal issues they must consider during business formation. Some of these issues include: proper business structure, intellectual property protection, founders and key employee compensation, considerations regarding employees versus independent contractors, doing business overseas and commercial agreements. The sessions will help new business owners understand their options and make better decisions relating to the structure, organization and management of their business. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11308Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11265At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11265Fri, 19 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11294Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11294Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11278This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11278Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11319This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11319Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11305The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a ten-session monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerrilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11305Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11266At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, creating a marketing plan for your business, legal, accounting, and risk considerations, product development, business plans and financing options. You will have an opportunity to get advice from a variety of business experts and organizations that are available to support new ventures. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11266Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11309Starting a new business is complicated: there are many t’s to cross and i’s to dot. The nine session Business Law & Order Legal Series will give entrepreneurs insight into some of the most important legal issues they must consider during business formation. Some of these issues include: proper business structure, intellectual property protection, founders and key employee compensation, considerations regarding employees versus independent contractors, doing business overseas and commercial agreements. The sessions will help new business owners understand their options and make better decisions relating to the structure, organization and management of their business. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11309Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11295Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11295Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11320This session is part of a monthly panel discussion and networking event series hosted by the Michigan Energy Forum, and sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors, and professionals in the Michigan region. Please join us and take notes on best practices from our panels exhaustive experience. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11320Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11279This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11279Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11306The 2012 Marketing Roundtable is a ten-session monthly series featuring regional talent who will discuss practical and cost-effective innovation marketing. Program topics range from brand strategy to social media, and from financial accountability to guerrilla marketing. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=11306Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST