Speakers
> Congressman Sherrod Brown

Friday, January 07, 2005 12:00 PM Congressman Sherrod Brown Ohio's 13th Congressional District

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Ohio’s
13th Congressional District representative since 1992, Sherrod Brown
will discuss his latest book "Myths of Free Trade: Why American Trade
Policy Has Failed," a critical examination of free-trade policies 10
years after the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

Mayor-Elect  Frank Jackson is throwing a party for all of Cleveland.

Jackson, who will be sworn in as Cleveland's 56th mayor Jan. 2, will hold his inaugural party Saturday, Jan.7 at Cleveland State University's Wolstein Center. The event is free, as are the food and entertainment, but admission is limited to 5,000. There will be a cash bar.

Mayor-Elect  Frank Jackson is throwing a party for all of Cleveland.

Jackson, who will be sworn in as Cleveland's 56th mayor Jan. 2, will hold his inaugural party Saturday, Jan.7 at Cleveland State University's Wolstein Center. The event is free, as are the food and entertainment, but admission is limited to 5,000. There will be a cash bar.

Speakers
> Senator Jeff Jacobson, Representative Claudette Woodard and Paul Marshall

Each Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 PM REI is holding REALNEO planning and orientation sessions for open dialogue and inclusion supportig the Open Source Economic Development framework for North East Ohio. These sessions are open to everyone - feel free to come anytime between 2 and 4, and stick around after for the weekly Tuesday@REI meetings, from 4:00 - 5:45 PM.

Topic: "Regional Economic Development in Indiana: An Update on Best Practices"

Cleveland Clean Air Century Campaign (with the Ohio Association of Metal Finishers and The Cuyahoga County Local Emergency Planning Committee) workshop designed for local electroplaters who want to learn more about toxic release prevention.

NEOSA NeTT Cast - “Your Personal Computer: Proactive
Maintenance for the 21st Century�

Wednesday, January 12, 2005, 11:00am to 11:45am

Joe LaMantia of e-Ventus Corporation will be discussing "Managing Inventory in a Lean Environment!" "Competitive pressures are forcing companies to become increasingly more efficient.  Today, becoming faster, better, and cheaper is not just a worthwhile goal, it is a matter of survival! 

Join us to increase your understanding of inventory management and lean and the concepts that support it; understand the impact of 5 fundamental principles of lean theory on inventory management; learn about the challenges between traditional and lean theory; and be better prepared for the challenges presented in inventory management when you go to a lean environment."To get more information or to register for this event visit www.apicscleveland.org

The Earned Income Tax Credit: Connecting Working Families with Tax Benefits

Sponsored by: The Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland

Speakers
> Dr. Myles Brand

Friday, January 14, 2005 12:00 PM Dr. Myles Brand President, National Collegiate Athletic Association

Sponsor: The Thomas F. and Marguerite B. Campbell Endowed Forum

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CAMP's Growth Tour for Manufacturers

Location: Windows On The River, Cleveland

Our
Commitment to Building a
Sustainable Economy

<>Tuesday,
January 18, 2005

5:30
- 6:15 P.M. Networking
6:15 - 7:30 P.M. Presentation
7:30 - 8:00 P.M. Networking

Great
Lakes Brewing Company - Tasting Room (entrance
on Carroll Avenue)

events [at] e4sustainability [dot] org">Registration
is required, RSVP for this free event today!
Please
include your name, the names of any guests, your organization or business
and your contact information when you RSVP.

Each Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 PM REI is holding REALNEO planning and orientation sessions for open dialogue and inclusion supportig the Open Source Economic Development framework for North East Ohio. These sessions are open to everyone - feel free to come anytime between 2 and 4, and stick around after for the weekly Tuesday@REI meetings, from 4:00 - 5:45 PM.

"The Emergence of e-Business in an EDI World" will be presented by Joe LaMantia, of e-Ventus Corporation.  Mr. LaMantia will discuss the competitive pressures that are forcing companies to become increasing more efficient.  Companies are frantically searching for enhanced methods to streamline operations, enhance service and reduce cost.  They are rapidly considering the use of e-business strategies like e-commerce, e-procurement and e-collaboration to increase their competitive advantage. 

These e-business strategies will impact the tools, technology and standards that are commonplace in companies today.  Established methods of digital communication of information, like EDI, will be significantly impacted by these strategies and may even be replaced.  e-Business will have a profound effect on a company’s business model and their relationships with their customers and suppliers. 

Topic:
"Building Global
Models in NEO: Alternate Strategies for the Arts & Entertainment
Industry"
What
would Northeast Ohio look like as a global leader in the Arts &
Entertainment industry? With world renowned landmarks like Severance Hall,
Playhouse Square, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and so many others, what
opportunities are we missing? What will it take for our region to become a
global leader in Arts & Entertainment? Learn more about alternate proposals
designed by dedicated civic entrepreneurs. Help us build the networks toward
next steps.

NEOSA Monthly Meeting - “Blogs and RSS Boot Camp: Profiting
From the New Personal Publishing Tools�

Wednesday, January 19, 2005, 7:30am to 9:00am

Communicating With A Remote Workforce
Date of Event: 1/19/2005
Location: : Industrial Video, Strongsville, Ohio
Time: Noon-1:30 p.m.

Cornelia Hostetler of Honda of America Mfg., Inc. will be our guest speaker for this meeting hosted by Industrial Video. Hostetler
will share her experience as corporate editor, manager and
administrator of Honda’s closed circuit TV system -- Honda News Network
(HNN). She oversees the HNN programming for four manufacturing plants
located within a 50-mile radius in central Ohio and will demonstrate
the communication tools and software used to distribute messages to
more than 13,300 associates. In addition to her responsibilities at
Honda, Hostetler is in her second year as vice president of programming
for the IABC Columbus chapter.

Speakers
> David E. Gilbert

Wednesday, January 19, 2005 12:00 PM

01.19.05 "Community of Minds," Regional Business & Technology Networking Event, Wednesday, 01.19.05, 5:30PM - 7:30PM, George Dively Building, Case. Change is afoot! Opportunities, trends and technologies are the currency of today's dynamic economy. Don't miss this opportunity to meet with leaders of thought and industry from

Cleveland Blogger meetup

Please RSVP for the Wednesday, January 19th Blogger Meetup.

ULI Cleveland, Downtown Cleveland Partnership,

& Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority

Get
on Board: Developing Along the Euclid
Corridor

National and local
experts will explore the possibilities of BRT “Bus Rapid Transit� oriented
development along the Euclid Corridor. How do the neighborhoods,
developers, and the City leverage this transportation investment? What is the “win winâ€? model for business,
residential, retail --- for Cleveland and for you?

NEOSA Sales & Marketing SIG - “Creating A Compelling
Value Proposition�

Thursday, January 20, 2005, 7:30am to 9:00am

Speakers
> Delos M. Cosgrove, M.D.

Friday, January 21, 2005 12:00 PM

Green Energy Ohio (GEO) and the City of Cuyahoga Falls will sponsor a free workshop entitled Lower Your Bills With Energy Efficiency.  The City of Cuyahoga Falls is a model municipality for the state, encouraging energy efficiency in individual homes and powering several bus shelters on solar electricity. 

Jump Start Your Business featuring Doug Hall of the Eureka
Ranch

Location: Windows On The River, Cleveland

In anticipation of the 02.01.05 REI forum on Early Childhood Development, being held at the Natural History Museum in University Circle, WCPN is featuring the topic on their 90.3 at 9 radio broadcast on 01.25.05 - tune in and get up to speed on this most critical issue for our community... and visit the NEO Childhood Community Of Interest Links for more insight!

Each Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 PM REI is holding REALNEO planning and
orientation sessions for open dialogue and inclusion supportig the Open
Source Economic Development framework for North East Ohio. These

"A Biofuels Primer"

A presentation on the history and potential of biofuels in the energy equation. Topics will trace timeline from the pre-WWII chemurgy movement to current developments such as algal biodiesel and biomass pyrolysis for hydrogen production. Incorporating concepts that include well-to-wheel efficiency, end-of-vehicle-life landfill mandates and integrated biorefineries, a path towards sustainable economic development will be explored within the framework of industrial ecology.

Speakers > Terry Stewart

Wednesday, January 26, 2005 8:00 AM
Dialogues on Leadership New Leaders Only
Terry Stewart
President and CEO, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

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CAMP's Growth Tour for Manufacturers

Location: Spitzer Plaza Hotel & Marina, Lorain

Speakers > Dr. Spencer R. Crew

Friday, January 28, 2005 12:00 PM

Dr. Spencer R. Crew
Executive Director and CEO, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Sponsor: Key Bank
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