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 2010 Ann Arbor SPARK - All Rights Reservedhttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10506It's easy to set up accounts on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, but sometimes hard to know what to do with them! You may have been to an overview session where you learned "everything you need to know about social media" in a 60 minute session with 50 other people, and then left frustrated and overwhelmed. Or maybe you felt empowered, went and set up your accounts and then waited for the business to pour in, only to hear crickets chirping....http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10506Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10562The availability of personal information on social networks is changing the landscape of Internet advertising. Leading the pack is Facebook whose program helps advertisers; create social credibility, build brands to a relevant audience and earn significant ROI all while providing users a customized social network experience. Meaghan McCann is LA2M’s guest speaker and at http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10562Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:45:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10567An informative discussion about investing in local life science companies from the perspective of professional investors. A panel of three experienced venture capitalists who have backed local early stage companies will present their perspective on investing in life science start-ups. Topics will include what they are looking for in investment opportunities, how they evaluate deals, and opinions on investing in Michigan as opposed to outside the Midwest.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10567Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10548Mac OS X Security: Jeffrey Czerniak will talk about strategies for practicing safe computing, discuss common coding mistakes that lead to security vulnerabilities, and demonstrate how you can use fuzzing to improve your application's security. In addition, Vectorform will present on who they are, what they do, and who they are looking to hire. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10548Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10549Powering the Future: Transformation & Growth Strategies - GOVERNOR JENNIFER M. GRANHOLM Invites you to join her for the 2010 Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Annual Conference beginning September 12 thru September 14, 2010 Renaissance Marriott Hotel, Detroit Michiganhttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10549Sun, 12 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10234This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with technology & innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10234Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10235This workshop session is centered on how to create unique and ownable names, nomenclature systems, tag lines and descriptors that define the values, experiences and perceptions of your business, product or service brand. The session will also explore linguistics studies, trademark procurement and brand monitoring to give session participants a 360? view of the world of brand name development.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10235Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10564How to effectively use pair programming. Cost: $5 for AWC-AA members, $10 for non-membershttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10564Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10563Transform your business by harnessing mobile technology. Offering a creative, functional mobile application will differentiate you from your competition—it’s a powerful marketing tool that doubles as a useful tool your customers will appreciate. This new technology is an investment, not an expenditure; one that provides an easy way to attract and retain clients. Angela Kujava will address important questions that must be asked when considering a mobile app, as well as what the process will look and feel like (and how long it will take). The presentation concentrates mainly on iPhone and iPad considering Apple’s submission process is the most stringent, however we will also briefly cover Android, BlackBerry, and Windows Mobile. Angela will be bringing a marketing perspective to a topic last covered nearly a year ago. So join us for new insight on Apps development from a marketer’s viewpoint. This is going to be great. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10563Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:45:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10236By describing each element of your business: the problem, product, market, team, competitors, and financial model, you will define the business fully, and make your company ready for attracting resources such as investment capital and management talent. A two to three page executive summary can be very useful for defining how potential strategic partners might fit with your business. With the new $1M business plan competition and the upcoming Great Lakes Entrepreneurs Quest, the executive summary will can be a great foundational document for entering these competitions as well as applying for the November Entrepreneurs Boot Camp. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10236Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10573Small Business Owners, Would You Like Your Social Media to Work For YOU? Do you struggle turning your social media into profitability? Are you frustrated with how to offer value on your social media communities? Do you find it hard to keep up with the latest social media strategies? http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10573Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10574Social Media Michigan is Hosting Live Event on "Measuring Social Media Marketing Efforts" With Guest Speaker - Sarah Worshamhttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10574Thu, 16 Sep 2010 18:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10550The IEEE Great Lakes Technology Symposium (GLTS) brings together the federal funding agencies, academia, tech-transfer offices, high-tech business community, business accelerators and the investment community. The aim of the Symposium is to educate academia and the technology business community on federal funding trends and facilitate dialog among the participants on technology transfer and commercialization. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10550Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10228At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, create a marketing plan for your business, learn about legal, accounting, franchises, business plans and financing options. You will receive one on one counseling with a business expert and 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=10228Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10147Learn 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=10147Fri, 17 Sep 2010 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10576When forming a business, one of the first decisions an entrepreneur will make is choice of entity. This session will cover the possible legal structures for your business, including liability and tax advantages and disadvantages. Learn the basics of Corporate Formation -Introduction business formation and understand the pros and cons of incorporating in Michigan and Delaware. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10576Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10319Five presenters this month take the stage for ten minutes each, five minutes to demo and five minutes to answer questions, followed by open announcements and community networking.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10319Tue, 21 Sep 2010 18:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10566Interactive and Social Promotion has leveled the promotional playing field when it comes to building a relationship with your target audience. Every company, no matter what size you are, has the opportunity to compete. So, whether you’re The Gap or corner coffee shop, you'll become empowered with the philosophy of "Connect, Collect, and Perfect" to optimize your business marketing platform and address the "what's in it for me?" factor that is central in today's society. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10566Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:45:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10571We look forward to celebrating Pittsfield Township’s rich and diverse business culture at our Second annual Business-to-Business mixer.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10571Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10523Overwhelmed by the vast world of Internet marketing? Pure Visibility can help with its Donuts and Search Engine Marketing seminar. This no-charge group session will give you an overview of search engine marketing, including search engine optimization, paid search advertising, and social media. You will have the chance to pose questions and we'll talk at whatever level is comfortable for the people that show up. Donuts, coffee, and search marketing experts provided. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10523Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10332Network! Promote your business and learn about other Chamber Members. Join us for a great networking function. Sponsored by KeyBank.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10332Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10526Learn how to use the Internet and Social Media to market your business. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10526Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10480Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! This event is only for talent seeking opportunities for themselves. Recruiters and staffing companies should use other venues to meet with these company representatives. If you would like your company to participate, contact Amy Cell at Amy@AnnArborUSA.org. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10480Tue, 28 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10238The Entrepreneur Education 1.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of launching their company. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10238Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10570Applied Innovation Alliance will be sponsoring the 4th Annual Innovation Forum. The Innovation Forum will be a one-day session with a broad cross-section of highly relevant innovation topic from leadership, management and engineering perspectives for applications in all sizes and types of businesses. This year’s Forum will be delivered in a high-impact, informative seminar format with quest speakers on special topics throughout the day. Timely presentations on different types of Strategic, Tactical, Open, Disruptive, Innovation and Optimization, Structured Innovation, TRIZ, Green to Master Black Belt, Structured Innovation Training, Innovation as a Core Competency, Managing Innovation, et al.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10570Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10239The Entrepreneur Education 1.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of launching their company. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10239Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10240The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors and talent. We welcome suggestions on topics and speakers for future events.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10240Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10529Learn about the challenges, opportunities, and common themes in this dynamic arena from leading experts.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10529Sun, 10 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10241This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with technology & innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10241Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10572Join us for The Business of Plugging In, the Motor City’s second plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) conference, driving intelligent discussion in the year that production PEVs will hit U.S. roads.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10572Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10242The 2010 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. Event Details TBD. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10242Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10229At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, create a marketing plan for your business, learn about legal, accounting, franchises, business plans and financing options. You will receive one on one counseling with a business expert and 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=10229Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10320Five presenters this month take the stage for ten minutes each, five minutes to demo and five minutes to answer questions, followed by open announcements and community networking.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10320Tue, 19 Oct 2010 18:30:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=105472010 International District Export Council Conference - Capitalizing on America’s Export Advantages: Green and Innovation http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10547Sun, 24 Oct 2010 15:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10481Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! This event is only for talent seeking opportunities for themselves. Recruiters and staffing companies should use other venues to meet with these company representatives. If you would like your company to participate, contact Amy Cell at Amy@AnnArborUSA.org. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10481Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10244If you are launching a startup, and need people to help you, come to this high energy event where you can have 1 minute to tell about your business and what kind of help you are seeking, (advisory board member, co-founder, employee that is willing to work for stock, consultant, etc.) followed by a networking session. To be a presenter, send a one paragraph description of your business concept, along with a description of the talent that you are seeking, to Amy@AnnArborSPARK.org. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10244Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10273The Fall Entrepreneur Boot Camp will be held at the MITC Building, 1000 Oakbrook Drive, Ann Arbor, MI on November 4 & 5, 2010. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10273Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10245The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors and talent. We welcome suggestions on topics and speakers for future events.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10245Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10274The Fall Entrepreneur Boot Camp will be held at the MITC Building, 1000 Oakbrook Drive, Ann Arbor, MI on November 4 & 5, 2010. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10274Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10247This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with technology & innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10247Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10249The 2010 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. Event Details TBD.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10249Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10321Five presenters this month take the stage for ten minutes each, five minutes to demo and five minutes to answer questions, followed by open announcements and community networking.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10321Tue, 16 Nov 2010 18:30:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10393Google Analytics is now free to all advertisers and site owners, and has been re-designed for increased effectiveness. Installing Analytics code on your site is only the first step in the process of making this powerful tool work for your organization. Our course is a one-day workshop that provides a foundation of proven principles that will help you succeed in using Google Analytics to improve your site's performance, regardless of whether you’re a beginner just setting up your account, or a web analyst with years of experience. Cost: $775 (10% discount for early registration)http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10393Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10230At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, create a marketing plan for your business, learn about legal, accounting, franchises, business plans and financing options. You will receive one on one counseling with a business expert and 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=10230Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10148Learn 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=10148Fri, 19 Nov 2010 13:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10482Bring your resume, and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! This event is only for talent seeking opportunities for themselves. Recruiters and staffing companies should use other venues to meet with these company representatives. If you would like your company to participate, contact Amy Cell at Amy@AnnArborUSA.org. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10482Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10250The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. Speaker TBA. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10250Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10246The mission of the forum is to facilitate collaboration and networking among practitioners, policy makers, investors and talent. We welcome suggestions on topics and speakers for future events.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10246Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10248This is a networking event for entrepreneurs, investors and those who work with technology & innovation businesses, particularly in IT, cleantech and life sciences. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10248Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10252The 2010 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. Event Details TBD.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10252Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10251The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. Speaker TBA http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10251Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10231At this forum you will learn about personality traits that impact entrepreneurialism, create a marketing plan for your business, learn about legal, accounting, franchises, business plans and financing options. You will receive one on one counseling with a business expert and 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=10231Fri, 17 Dec 2010 09:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10322Five presenters this month take the stage for ten minutes each, five minutes to demo and five minutes to answer questions, followed by open announcements and community networking.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10322Tue, 21 Dec 2010 18:30:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10540The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10540Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10541The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. Speaker TBA.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10541Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10517Learn 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=10517Fri, 21 Jan 2011 13:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10542The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. Speaker TBA.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10542Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10543The Entrepreneur Education 2.0 series are programs designed for innovation based entrepreneurs that are in the process of growing their company. Speaker TBA.http://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10543Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:00:00 ESThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10518Learn 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=10518Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10519Learn 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=10519Fri, 20 May 2011 13:00:00 EDThttp://annarborusa.org/events/details?e=10520Learn 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=10520Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:00:00 EDT