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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Genetti Hotel & Conference Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Regional Small Businesses Don't Miss Out!
"The internal management team has been focused on delivering another successful event for regional small businesses, and their hard work is paying off", said Stephen Ursich, NEPA Alliance Vice President of Business Development.
Confirmed Speakers:
Keynote Luncheon Speaker
- Congressman Matt Cartwright
Welcome Speaker -
Representative Eddie Day Pashinski
PTAC Staff is diligently working on two dynamic interactive educational panel discussion sessions and lining up exhibitors from federal, state and local government agencies and prime contractors.
Educational Session One: "Selling to the State" -
This panel discussion shall include the following Subject Matter Experts:
Educational Session Two: "Federal Contracting Roundtable" -
This panel discussion shall include the following Subject Matter Experts:
- Mr. Kurtis Jones, Chief, Tobyhanna Division, Army Contracting Command - APG
- Mr. Gherin Fracasso, Director, Office of Small Business Programs, Picatinny Arsenal U. S Army
- Ms. Helena Koch, Small Business Technical Advisor, General Services Administration
Jeffrey Box, President & CEO of the NEPA Alliance stated,"Every year I am delighted with the feedback attendees give me on the value the Government Contracting Showcase provides. This year I expect the feedback to be extremely favorable as the event team is certainly balancing networking and educational content for a meaningful program."
Registration is $50 per person, which includes continental breakfast, lunch and workshops.
NEPA Alliance members receive a 10% discount with code: "nepa-member".
For the latest information visit
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Member Spotlight
The Alpine Wurst & Meat House
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This month, we had the opportunity to talk with Gretchen Eifert, owner of The Alpine Wurst & Meat House, to learn more about The Alpine and its relationship within the community.
The Alpine Wurst & Meat House is a German/European Deli & Restaurant located in Honesdale. Established in 1972, the authentic deli and butcher shop offers a variety of meats including premier German sausages, smoked ham and cold cuts, as well as a large selection of imported dry goods.
Located next door is The Alpine Wurst & Meat House Restaurant that features homemade German-American cuisine. This family business keeps their German-American roots alive by handing down these homemade restaurant recipes throughout generations.
To keep the German traditions going, The Alpine Wurst & Meat House also holds an annual Oktoberfest celebration, known as the largest in the Poconos, where members of the community come to celebrate under "The Tent" with German food, music and dancing. Gretchen Eifert, owner, said, "They bring a lot of business to our area because the products are so unique. We've been in business going on 42 years."
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Appalachian Regional Commission Pre-App Submission Open
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As the designated Local Development District for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), NEPA Alliance is currently soliciting pre-applications for projects to be considered for full applications in the ARC grant process. ARC places a high importance on job creation/retention, reducing the substance abuse/opioid crisis and increasing broadband development through activities that address the following areas: Economic Opportunity, Ready Workforce, Critical Infrastructure, Natural & Cultural Assets and Leadership & Community Capacity.
Please contact
Athena Aardweg, Community Services Manager, or
Kurt Bauman, V.P. Community Services, at 866-758-1929, for guidance and to discuss your proposed project for eligibility. For more information, including project guidelines and tip sheets,
click here.
ARC pre-applications are due to NEPA by 5:00pm on May 10, 2019.
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International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) & the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) with a focus on changes in 2019
Wednesday, June 12
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
NEPA Alliance, 1151 Oak St, Pittston, PA 18640
Cost: $35 per person
Export controls and compliance with the regulations has long been a complex issue for exporters. Determining agency jurisdiction and classification under the appropriate regulations is difficult and requires a comprehensive understanding of the regulations. The classification and compliance processes have only become more complex under various new regulations and interpretations. Noncompliance can be costly and even lead to loss of export privileges.
This program will help you identify what has changed and the steps necessary to be in full compliance. Through a review of the regulations as they currently exist and particular examples, the participants will gain an understanding of how to navigate the ITAR and EAR, properly classify their products and services, and obtain the necessary licensing and permission to export. Participants will also learn about the new license procedures and other changes. This program is designed to meet initial and recurring training requirements, such as Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credits.
Learn how to use compliance as a competitive advantage!
Who should attend?
- Anyone responsible for export compliance
- Logistics
- Shipping
- Purchasing
- International Supervisors and Manager
- Engineering, Research and Development
Registration fee of $35 includes course materials, refreshments, and lunch. NEPA members receive a 10% discount with the code MEMBER19
For more information please contact
Debbie Langan at 570-655-5581, ext. 233
To learn more about International Business Development assistance, contact NEPA's Senior International Business Manager,
Debbie Langan
, at 570-655-5581, ext. 233 or 866-758-1929.
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NEPA Alliance has several loan programs available for small businesses located in Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Schuylkill and Wayne counties.
These low cost, low interest loans offer reduced down payments and standard loan term maturities for machinery and equipment, land and building acquisition, construction and renovation. Loan rates are fixed and generally below the prime lending rate.
Eligible businesses include Manufacturers, Industrial, Agriculture/Agribusiness, Hospitality & Tourism Related Enterprises, Recyclers, Day Cares, Computer Related Services, Advanced Technology, and Retail and Service Related Businesses. Other business sectors may also qualify.
 NEPA Alliance Business Finance Corporation is a state-wide CDC allowing for NEPA BFC to lend SBA 504 Loans to eligible small businesses located in the state of Pennsylvania.
Financing Structure
A bank or other lender finances 50% of the project cost and takes a first lien position on the assets financed. The SBA 504 loan  finances 40% of the project cost, up to $5.5 million, and takes a second lien position. The borrower then contributes a down payment of as little as 10%.
Small Businesses can Receive:
- Subordinate Financing
- Up to 90% Loan to Value
- Up to $5.5 Million in SBA Financing
- Unlimited Total Project Cost
SBA 504 Loans Offer:
- As Little as 10% Equity Injection
- Terms up to 25 Years
- Guaranteed Fixed Interest Rate
*Eligibility Criteria Apply*
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Business Finance and Incentives Seminar
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State Representative Aaron Kaufer will be teaming up with the Northeastern Pennsylvania Alliance, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center, Wilkes University Small Business Development Center and the Wilkes-Barre Connect to host the
Business Finance and Incentives Program - Opportunities to Grow Your Business event. The free event will be held at the
Friedman Jewish Community Center, 613 S J Strauss Lane, Kingston, on
Thursday, June 6. Event will be from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with breakfast and networking, followed by presentations, and a question-and-answer period.
The program will provide an overview of federal, state, regional and county incentives and financing programs, and discuss how to engage technical service providers and consultants to improve and expand your business. Participants will also learn about various economic development agencies and the services they provide. The two-hour program will include a panel discussion with local experts, a question-and-answer session and time for networking and one-on-one consultation for confidential inquires.
Registration is required.
To reserve a spot, call Representative Kaufer's office at 570-283-1001.
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Local Technical Assistance Program
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 The Northeastern Pennsylvania Alliance (NEPA) and PennDOT have partnered to offer the Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) training series in the NEPA Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) region, which includes Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Schuylkill counties, as well as the Lackawanna-Luzerne MPO region and Wayne County.
Speed Limits and Speed Management
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Back Mountain Regional EMS Building
3593 State Route 118
Dallas, PA 18612
(570) 675-0636
Intersections
Thursday, May 30, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Jefferson Township Building
487 Cortez Road
Jefferson Township, PA 18436
(570) 689-7028
To register, visit www.ltap.state.pa.us and log on using your username and password. First time users must set up an account by clicking on "Create Account." For technical assistance when registering, call 1-800-FOR-LTAP (1-800-367-5827) or contact Kate McMahon, Senior Transportation Services Manager, NEPA Alliance at 570-655-5581, ext. 249 or kmcmahon@nepa-alliance.org. |
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Pocono Raceway - June 1, 2019
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Calling all CDL Drivers!
This is your chance to meet with multiple trucking companies for a wide variety of positions, both over the road and home daily.
Apply on the spot and be on your way to a top paying trucking position.
Plus, bring a friend and you'll both get a ticket to stay and watch the 1:00 PM June 1 NASCAR Xfinity Series at Pocono Raceway and you'll have $10 to spend on concessions all courtesy of the Pennsylvania Turnpike!*
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PTAC News You Can Use: 2019 Debriefings
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 We have been asked by our clients, "I did not receive the contract award, should I request a debriefing?" We believe you should indeed request a debriefing. The basic purpose of a debriefing is to explain to an unsuccessful bidder why their bid was not accepted, allowing the bidder to improve future solicitation bids. A debriefing demonstrates the fairness, openness, and transparency of the government contracting process. "A Pocket Guide to Government Contract Debriefing" is an excellent resource to help you understand the debriefing process and how to request debriefings from a Contracting Officer.
For personal and confidential PTAC assistance, please contact Karen Ostroskie, PTAC Senior Government Procurement Manager; Frank Migneco, PTAC Government Procurement Manager; Paula Terpak, PTAC Government Procurement Specialist, or call 570-655-5581.
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Did you know that according to annual population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, the population in the seven-county Northeastern Pennsylvania region increased by 1,827 people from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018? This reflects 11 percent of the total population growth in the state during the same period.
For additional information,
Steve Zaricki at
570-655-5581, ext. 258, or 866-758-1929.
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