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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260819
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SUMMARY:Southern Textiles Fall Meetings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/southern-textiles-fall-meetings/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Various\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T103000
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CREATED:20260228T163729Z
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SUMMARY:Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors
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URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/effectively-presenting-your-business-to-the-government-military-prime-contractors/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Defense (DII),Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T110000
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SUMMARY:Optimizing Operations: Benefits and Types of Work Measurement – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By:\nComing Soon!\n  \n\n  \nBenefits of Work Measurement\nWork measurement is a foundational practice for improving efficiency and productivity. By systematically analyzing the time and effort required to perform tasks\, organizations can achieve a variety of benefits: \n\n\nImproved Planning and Scheduling: Accurate time standards allow for better resource allocation\, project timelines\, and production scheduling.\nEnhanced Cost Control: By knowing the time it takes to produce a product or deliver a service\, businesses can more accurately estimate costs\, set prices\, and manage budgets.\nPerformance Evaluation: Work measurement provides a fair and objective basis for evaluating employee or team performance\, setting realistic goals\, and identifying training needs.\nProcess Improvement: By identifying and eliminating non-value-added time\, organizations can streamline workflows\, reduce waste\, and increase overall productivity.\nInformed Decision-Making: Data from work measurement provides a solid foundation for capital investment decisions\, process redesign\, and outsourcing analyses.\n\n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nDon’t miss this opportunity to become an expert in work measurements and the latest lean and continuous improvement tools.\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nAnyone responsible for ensuring efficient\, consistent plant operations\nProduction and operations engineers\nPlant managers\nShop supervisors\nForemen\nTechnicians\nLine workers\nLean and continuous improvement practitioners\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\nLearn about current tools of time study\nExamples of real life projects and outcomes\nVideo-based time and motion study\nStandard work instructions: automatic creation and maintenance\nValue-added analysis\nErgonomic analysis: customized to your internal health and safety needs\nPFMEA: Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis\n\nPresenter\nHaleh Byrne\nProduct Lead – Industrial Engineering\, Systems & Student Projects\nEmail: haleh_byrne@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.830.5101\n \nHaleh Byrne is the product lead for industrial engineering and student projects at NC State’s Industry Expansion Solutions (IES). She leads a wide spectrum of industrial engineering services and projects. She engages NC State students as part of her project teams in the areas of productivity and quality improvements\, costing\, facilities layout\, process and training documentation\, ergonomics assessments and scheduling\, as well as client-customized projects. She also provides Lean\, statistical process control\, measurement systems analysis and work measurement training in conjunction with Timer Pro (video analysis software) workshops as well as related implementation events. Haleh manages student projects which provide services for clients. With over500+ projects\, involving 2000+ students in the past two decades\, clients have reported strong impacts in flexible duration and diverse engineering disciplines. Haleh has more than 30 years of experience in multiple industries as an industrial/product/quality engineer. She worked at Flextronics in Youngsville as a product engineer. Her prior work history includes being an industrial engineer at the U.S. Postal Service in Los Angeles\, an industrial/quality engineer at General Motors\, an industrial engineer at Monsanto Electronic Materials in St. Louis and an industrial/quality engineer Buehler Products in Cary. Haleh obtained her B.S. in industrial engineering from NC State. She is an ASQ certified quality engineer and is SME bronze Lean certified. She also has extensive training and experience in statistical engineering as well as project management. Haleh is currently the IIE Raleigh Chapter President and Lean Division Board Director at Institute of Industrial Engineers. She served as education chair for ASQ Raleigh Chapter from 2009-2012 and has presented at many professional conferences.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/optimizing-operations-benefits-and-types-of-work-measurement-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Industry Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260706T160036Z
CREATED:20260706T154733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T160036Z
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SUMMARY:Manufactured in NC (MNC) Supplier Networking Event and Facility Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Manufactured in North Carolina Supplier Network (MNC Network) team from NC State University Industry Extension Services is excited to partner with Chatsworth Products in New Bern\, North Carolina\, for a manufacturing industry networking event\, best practice conversation and facility tour. \nThursday\, August 20\, 2026\n12:30 – 4:00 pm (Doors open for check-in and networking at 12:00 pm)\nChatsworth Products\n701 Industrial Drive\, New Bern\, NC 28562\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nMaximum registrations: 30* – Registration will close when capacity is reached or on August 3\, 2026.\n*Due to space limitations\, only one person per company will be allowed to attend. \nJoin us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Chatsworth’s New Bern manufacturing facility to learn how the company is scaling operations to meet the rapidly growing demand for data center infrastructure. Participants will gain first-hand insight into the company’s investment in automation\, facility expansion and Smart Factory technologies while exploring how Lean principles are being embedded into its culture to support continuous improvement. \nThe presentation will highlight Chatsworth’s growth strategy\, facility planning\, Lean transformation\, workforce development initiatives and change management efforts. Attendees will learn how the company has increased production throughput revenue by approximately 300% over the past two years while implementing new training systems\, developing a Lean learning culture and preparing its workforce for continued expansion. The session will also include a company overview\, a discussion of challenges and lessons learned and a guided tour showcasing Lean practices in action.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nVIEW FLYER
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/manufactured-in-nc-mnc-supplier-networking-event-and-facility-tour/
LOCATION:Chatsworth Products\, 701 Industrial Drive\, New Bern\, NC\, 28562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T170000
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CREATED:20260715T122354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T122354Z
UID:10000158-1787644800-1787677200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:NCMS Sustainment Accelerator Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/ncms-sustainment-accelerator-puget-sound-naval-shipyard/
LOCATION:Kitsap Conference Center\, 100 Washington Avenue\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98337\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T103000
DTSTAMP:20260723T214227Z
CREATED:20260723T214227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T214227Z
UID:10000164-1787734800-1787740200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Government Proposals and Source Selection Tips
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/introduction-to-government-proposals-and-source-selection-tips/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Defense (DII),Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260723T212257Z
CREATED:20260723T212257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T212257Z
UID:10000163-1787846400-1787853600@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Cape Fear MFG Partnership General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/cape-fear-mfg-partnership-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Community College\, 502 N. Front Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTSTAMP:20260701T155721Z
CREATED:20260701T155515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T155721Z
UID:10000146-1788220800-1788393599@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:2026 Ergonomics Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/2026-ergonomics-symposium/
LOCATION:James B. Hunt\, Jr. Library\, 1070 Partners Way\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Ergonomics
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTSTAMP:20260710T134053Z
CREATED:20260710T134053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T134053Z
UID:10000156-1788307200-1788393599@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Manufacturing Excellence Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/manufacturing-excellence-summit/
LOCATION:Revolution Mill\, Revolution Mill Gallery 1250\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T135912Z
CREATED:20260428T135912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T135912Z
UID:10000117-1788858000-1788886800@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Legwear Development for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/legwear-development-for-entrepreneurs/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Textiles,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T170549Z
CREATED:20260727T170549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T170549Z
UID:10000169-1788861600-1788883200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Fall 2026 ISE/MEM Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/fall-2026-ise-mem-career-fair/
LOCATION:Plant Sciences Building Seminar Rooms – Centennial Campus\, 840 Oval Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T175847Z
CREATED:20260506T175057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T175847Z
UID:10000135-1788940800-1788971400@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Toyota Kata Overview: Problem Solving Through the Pit Crew Experience
DESCRIPTION:In today’s fast-changing business environment\, organizations must adapt quickly\, solve problems effectively\, and continuously improve to stay competitive. Too often\, teams jump to conclusions based on limited information\, leading to costly mistakes. \nThe Toyota Kata Overview\, taught at the Performance Instruction & Training (PIT) facility in NASCAR country\, provides a unique\, hands-on learning experience that connects Lean thinking with the fast-paced world of motorsports. \nParticipants take part in a pit crew simulation\, analyzing performance\, identifying improvement opportunities\, and applying experimental problem-solving techniques. Through a combination of classroom instruction and team-based activities\, the program introduces the principles of Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata—structured methods for developing scientific thinking\, strengthening problem-solving skills and building a culture of continuous improvement. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow to apply experimental problem-solving techniques\nThe fundamentals of Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata\nHow teams use scientific thinking to achieve better results\nStrategies for building a culture of continuous improvement\nProgram Experience\nOrientation to high-performance motorsports\nHands-on pit crew simulation\nLean and Toyota Kata instruction\nTeam performance analysis and improvement cycles\n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026\n8 a.m. – Greeting and Orientation\n8:30 a.m. – Lean Performance U. Presentation (breakfast provided)\n8:50 a.m. – Introduction to Kata\n9:15 a.m. – Baseline PIT Stop\n9:30 a.m. – Training Session: Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata\n12:15 p.m. – Lunch (provided)\n1 p.m. – Three PDCA Improvement/Experiment Cycles utilizing the PIT Stop Experience\n4 p.m. Debrief training and next steps\n4:30 p.m. – Depart PIT \nRegistration\nContact your regional manager. \nQuestion?\nCall Allison Godwin at 252.883.1729? \nWho Should Participate\nWhether you are in a leadership position (manager\, supervisor\, front-line team leader) or a key technical resource (engineer\, technician)\, you are a great fit for kata training. Individuals who seek a unique perspective on problem solving and people involvement are encouraged to register. \nBenefits\n\nExperience Lean principles in action\nImprove problem-solving and team performance\nLearn practical tools to drive continuous improvement\n\nVIEW FLYER\nfor more information.\n  \n\n\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n  \nVIEW GALLERY\n 
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/toyota-kata-overview-problem-solving-through-the-pit-crew-experience/
LOCATION:Performance Instruction & Training (PIT)\, 156 Byers Creek Road\, Mooresville\, NC\, 28117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuous Improvement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T190350Z
CREATED:20260702T180244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T190350Z
UID:10000148-1789027200-1789059600@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Critical Materials Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/critical-materials-symposium/
LOCATION:Elliott University Center (EUC)\, 507 Stirling Street\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTSTAMP:20260428T122258Z
CREATED:20260225T163436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T122258Z
UID:10000105-1789372800-1789405200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Industrial Sewing Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/industrial-sewing-program/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Textiles,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260225T155414Z
CREATED:20260225T155414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T155414Z
UID:10000061-1789380000-1789383600@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:PPE – What’s New and What’s Next? – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – What’s New and What’s Next?\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nThis session examines how consensus standards—like ANSI/ISEA and ASTM—impact PPE evaluation\, selection\, and field use. Gain practical insight into testing requirements\, labeling and how to verify that PPE truly meets the needs of your workforce and environment.\n  \nPresenter\nJeff Main\nSafety and Health Specialist\nEmail: jeff_main@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.515.2358\n \nJeff Main is a safety and health specialist for NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) who assists North Carolina industries in OSHA compliance and workplace safety and health program development and training. Jeff conducts work site assessments\, customized training and is an authorized OSHA outreach trainer for general industry. Prior to joining IES in 2020\, Jeff spent 10 years working in the private sector as a safety and health professional in manufacturing settings. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance with a variety of regulatory entities including OSHA\, EPA\, DOT\, NFPA and others. Additionally\, his professional experience includes the development and implementation of safety and health programs and training\, investigation of work-related accidents and injuries\, hazardous waste management\, industrial hygiene monitoring and safe design process. In addition to holding a Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) Certificate and an Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC)\, Jeff has a B.S. in Environmental Health from Western Carolina University and has earned his certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP).\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND!
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/ppe-whats-new-and-whats-next-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Safety Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260727T183449Z
CREATED:20260727T183449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T183449Z
UID:10000174-1789430400-1789516799@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:SEAMS Fall Networking Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/seams-fall-networking-conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Astor New Orleans\, 139 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260804T154522Z
CREATED:20260804T154522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T154522Z
UID:10000181-1789603200-1789689599@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Shamrock Freight Networking Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/shamrock-freight-networking-lunch/
LOCATION:Manufacturing Solutions Center II\, 350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T110000
DTSTAMP:20260225T155728Z
CREATED:20260225T155728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T155728Z
UID:10000062-1789639200-1789642800@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Exploring Untapped Labor Pools: Recruiting Veterans for Manufacturing Career – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By:\nRobert Crew\nAssistant Director of Client and Market Development – Regional Manager\, Wake County / South Region\n  \n\n \nAre you a manufacturer struggling to find skilled workers to fill your open positions? Look no further than veterans. These highly trained individuals possess unique skills and qualities that make them ideal candidates for careers in manufacturing. Recruiting veterans for manufacturing careers is a win-win situation. They bring a wealth of experience\, discipline and technical skills that can significantly benefit the industry.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nWho Should Attend:\n\nManufacturing businesses with workforce shortages\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\nBenefits of hiring veterans\nMilitary workforce basics\nMilitary workforce impediments\nVeterans transition programs\nDevelop an understanding of military occupational specialties\n\nPresenter\nMichael Mullins\nDirector\, Defense Industry Initiatives\nEmail: michael_r_mullins@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.515.5735\n \nMichael Mullins is the Director of Defense Industry Initiatives and the Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) military segment regional manager\, serving state-wide military clients. Michael is a former Marine and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who spent most of his career at Fort Bragg. He has extensive experience executing and managing Department of Defense training contracts in Sub-Saharan Africa\, Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia. During the execution of these training programs\, Michael worked closely with the Department of State\, various foreign ministries\, non-governmental organizations\, the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. Additionally\, he served as an assistant professor of military science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Vanderbilt University. Michael has a comprehensive understanding of the processes and procedures North Carolina businesses face in the acquisition and execution of U.S. government contracts. In Fayetteville\, he served as an international program manager with General Dynamics Information Technology\, a global project manager with American Systems Corporation\, and an operations officer with a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB). Michael has a B.S. in political science and an M.S. in international relations. He is also a U.S. Army Command and General Staff College graduate.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/exploring-untapped-labor-pools-recruiting-veterans-for-manufacturing-career-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Industry Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260715T131913Z
CREATED:20260715T131913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T131913Z
UID:10000160-1790060400-1790103600@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:2026 CTMA Partners Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/2026-ctma-partners-meeting/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Jacksonville\, 225 East Coastline Drive\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T181807Z
CREATED:20260709T181807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T181807Z
UID:10000154-1790150400-1790269200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Medical\, Biomedical\, and Biodefense Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/medical-biomedical-and-biodefense-symposium/
LOCATION:University of North Carolina\, The Friday Center\, 100 Friday Center Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260810T140437Z
CREATED:20260810T134944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T140437Z
UID:10000182-1790269200-1790278200@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:MNC Network Social Mixer and a “Why Everyone Hates Lean” Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Manufactured in North Carolina Network team from NC State University Industry Extension Services is excited to announce a MNC Network Social Mixer and a “Why Everyone Hates Lean” Discussion. \nThursday\, September 24\, 2026\n5 – 7:30 p.m.\nHickory Social House\n2039 N Center St\, Hickory\, NC 28601\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nJoin Jason Connell (Global CI/Lean Lead\, Doosan Bobcat) as he moderates a panel with Rob Simmons (Former Manufacturing Division Director)\, Jason Raines (Continuous Improvement Manager\, Century Furniture) and Dwai Choudhury (Owner\, Agrahi Consulting) for a candid discussion on one of manufacturing’s most misunderstood topics: Lean. \nDrawing from decades of leadership and continuous improvement experience\, the panel will explore why Lean initiatives often face resistance\, where organizations get it wrong and what separates successful transformations from failed programs. Through real-world examples\, lessons learned and open audience discussion\, we’ll examine how manufacturers across the region have successfully built cultures of continuous improvement while avoiding the common pitfalls that cause Lean efforts to stall. \nWhether you’re an operations leader\, plant manager\, engineer\, supervisor\, or continuous improvement professional\, you’ll leave with practical insights for gaining buy-in\, sustaining change and driving measurable business results. \nWe’ll also share the vision for the MNC Network and highlight upcoming opportunities to connect\, learn and collaborate with fellow improvement professionals. \n__________________________________________________ \nIf you are interested in joining the MNC Network for future events\, please submit an Interest Form \nAbout the Manufactured in North Carolina Network (MNC Network) \nThe Manufactured in North Carolina (MNC) Network is a manufacturing industry networking and educational initiative administered by NC State University Industry Extension Services. Launching in Summer 2026\, the network will be a members-only opportunity to attend informative facility tours\, networking and social events\, and to participate in educational webinars\, training programs\, and roundtable discussions. In addition\, members will have access to customized supply chain support through the ManufacturedNC program. More details will be provided at each event. \nAbout NC State University Industry Extension Services \nNC State University Industry Extension Services (IES) was established in 1955 as the training and outreach team for the NC State University College of Engineering to provide resources\, tools\, and customized programs to help businesses survive\, thrive and grow. IES supports economic development for the manufacturing industry\, educational and research institutions\, healthcare\, pharmaceutical and medical device companies\, defense contractors\, aerospace\, automotive and energy sectors and government agencies.     \nYour IES Regional Manager can help identify the tools\, resources and customized programs to enhance your organization’s productivity\, efficiency\, quality and profitability.   ncstateies.com/RM\n \n\n \nWe Can Help. 919.515.2358  |  iesservices@ncsu.edu
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/mnc-network-social-mixer-and-a-why-everyone-hates-lean-discussion/
LOCATION:Hickory Social House\, 2039 N Center Street\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260325T154726Z
CREATED:20260325T154726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T154726Z
UID:10000098-1790640000-1790726399@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Ocean Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/ocean-innovation-conference/
LOCATION:UNCW Burney Center\, Union Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260702T190650Z
CREATED:20260702T181254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T190650Z
UID:10000149-1790726400-1790812799@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Investing in Rural America Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/investing-in-rural-america-conference/
LOCATION:Omni Grove Park Inn\, 290 Macon Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T132926Z
CREATED:20260515T132926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T132926Z
UID:10000138-1790931600-1790949600@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:MFG Day 2026 - SAVE THE DATE
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/mfg-day-2026-save-the-date/
LOCATION:E. Eugene Moore Manufacturing and Biotech Solutions Center\, 2101 Nash Street\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260727T180559Z
CREATED:20260727T180559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T180559Z
UID:10000172-1791072000-1791158399@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:AATCC International Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/aatcc-international-summit/
LOCATION:Hotel Ballast Wilmington\, 301 N Water Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260702T191356Z
CREATED:20260702T182455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T191356Z
UID:10000150-1791244800-1791331199@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:NC Rural Economic Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/nc-rural-economic-summit/
LOCATION:Murphy Center\, ECU Campus\, 9999 Pirates Walk\, Greenville\, NC\, 27858\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260625T145504Z
CREATED:20260625T145317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T145504Z
UID:10000145-1791543600-1791558000@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Manufactured in North Carolina - Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 9\, 2026\n11 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTalley Student Union – NC State University\n2610 Cates Ave\, Raleigh\, NC 27607\n\n \nNC State University Industry Extension Services (IES) and the NC State University Career Services Department have partnered to host a career\, internship and co-op fair to help North Carolina manufacturers. Only manufacturing organizations will be invited.\n \nThis event connects manufacturers with students across engineering\, sciences\, business\, textiles and other disciplines who are seeking internships\, co-ops and full-time career opportunities. The event will be promoted to more than 5\,000 NC State students\, providing an excellent opportunity to strengthen your talent pipeline and increase your company’s visibility on campus.\n \nSpaces are limited\, so participation in the event is by invitation only. Connect with your Industry Extension Services Regional Manager to find out how to get involved!\n  \nCONTACT YOUR REGIONAL MANAGER\n  \nVIEW FLYER
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/manufactured-in-north-carolina-career-fair/
LOCATION:Talley Student Union\, NC State University\, 2610 Cates Avenue\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20260727T191540Z
CREATED:20260727T191540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T191540Z
UID:10000179-1791763200-1791849599@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Textile Exchange Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/textile-exchange-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Center\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260225T160037Z
CREATED:20260225T160037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T160037Z
UID:10000063-1791799200-1791802800@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Records in Action: Interactive Compliance Workshop – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Records in Action: Interactive Compliance Workshop\n \nFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)\n \nMove beyond theory—see recordkeeping in action! This interactive workshop presents real-life scenarios to help participants recognize common pitfalls\, make decisions on proper documentation and strengthen their compliance practices. Walk away with practical skills to keep your records accurate and audit-ready.\n  \nPresenter\nJulie Martin\nNCDOL/ETTA OSH Safety and Health Trainer/Instructional Designer\nLinkedIn: Profile\n  \n\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/records-in-action-interactive-compliance-workshop-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Safety Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTSTAMP:20260724T173110Z
CREATED:20260724T173110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T173110Z
UID:10000167-1791849600-1791935999@legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Women in Technical Leadership
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://legacy.webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu/ies/event/women-in-technical-leadership/
LOCATION:NC State – Poole College of Management\, 2801 Founders Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27695\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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