Business Matters Weekly - August 22, 2016

Week of: August 22, 2016

Our Mission

JARI will be the collaborative force that enhances all aspects of our region to grow a diverse economy and build vibrant communities.

CONNECT! And Set the Stage for Success!

Lenora Leasure

Program Manager, JARI PTAC

Registration is now open for the JARI PTAC's upcoming event, CONNECT! The JARI PTAC, along with Indiana University of PA, Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission, North Central and Northern Tier PTACs, will be hosting this one-stop event on Tuesday, September 27. It is designed to help area small businesses set the stage for success with state and local government, educational, non-profit and prime contracting opportunities.

CONNECT! will be highlighted by a lunchtime keynote from Gloria Larkin, TargetGov President and federal contracting business development expert. Small business attendees will also hear presentations regarding doing business with PennDOT and selling to Concurrent Technologies Corporation. The event also includes scheduled networking periods for attendees to meet with business support resources as well as buyers and purchasing representatives from state and local government, educational institutions, and prime contractors. Follow the JARI PTAC Facebook page for event updates.

For more information and to register, please click here .

Want to learn more? Contact the PTAC today at (814) 254-4022 or (814) 254-4023 or via email at jariptac@jari.com .

Intellectual Property Basics for Business Owners Seminar

Linda Thomson

President

Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission will be hosting a FREE seminar on Wednesday, October 19 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am with information on intellectual property basics.

The phrase "intellectual property" refers generally to patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. While people sometimes use these four categories interchangeably, they protect very different things and are commonly misunderstood. Failure to have at least a basic understanding of each of these categories and how to use them can result in the loss of significant business assets and of competitive advantage. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

Location:

SAP&DC Main Conference Room

3 Sheraton Dr. Altoona, PA 16601

Presented by:

Shawn Leppo, McNees, Wallace & Nurick, LLC.

The deadline to register is Friday, October 14, 2016. For more details and the registration form, click here.