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Showcase for Commerce 2017

Linda Thomson
President
 

Registration is open for Showcase for Commerce 2017 which will be held May 30- June 1.

Showcase brings local, regional, national and international businesses together to expand business opportunities.  Join us to learn the latest news from acquisition and legislative leadership.  Network with other businesses or explore possibilities to grow into new markets or build your supply chain.

Click here for a list of past speakers.  Also, look for upcoming announcements about this year’s special guests and speakers.

For more information or to register, please visit www.showcaseforcommerce.com.

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Prime Design Solutions Presenting at Upcoming Lunch & Learn Events!

Brian Law and Shelley Johansson from Prime Design Solutions will be presenting at two of JARI’s upcoming Lunch & Learn events.

Tuesday, March 21, Shelley will be presenting information on the topic “How (and When) to Write a Press Release.” Those who attend this Lunch & Learn will learn what goes into writing a good press release, as well as, publishable topics and the difference between promotion versus PR copy.

Brian will be presenting Thursday, April 6, with the topic of “Content Marketing.” Attendees at this Lunch & Learn will learn what content marketing is and what it can do for their business while also setting expectations for predictable results.

The cost for each event is $5 and registration is required. Please send registration forms to Lauren Brewer by mail or via e-mail at .

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Executive Director of CCDC Addresses Local Businesses

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(Photo courtesy of The Tribune Democrat)

Ronna Yablonski, Exective Director of the Cambria County Drug Coalition (CCDC), spoke with members of the JARI Healthcare and Safety Consortia on January 24th.  The meeting was planned to help members join the fight against drug abuse in an effort to create a capable workforce for our local businesses.

Yablonski mentioned that the CCDC was formed to bring together existing programs and develop new resources to battle the epidemic across the area. Area businesses can take part by supporting the coalition as a whole or supporting specific coalition components.
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Two FREE Seminars!

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There will be two seminars on March 28 and 29 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (lunch provided). Both seminars will be held at JARI Center, located at 160 Jari Drive, Johnstown.

 

Find out what you need to know about NAFTA and other FTA’s!  In this seminar you will learn how to take advantage of our existing agreements and how to prepare for any changes or new agreements.
 
This seminar will help you identify what has changed and the steps necessary to be in full compliance. Attendees will also gain an understanding of how to navigate the ITAR & EAR.

 

These seminars are free and registration is required. The deadline to register is March 20, 2017.  For more information and registration details, click on the links above or email Tina Taylor at .
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Manufacturing Consortium Members Tour Johnstown High School

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The JARI Manufacturing Consortium held their first meeting of 2017 at Greater Johnstown High School on January 10. Members of the group enjoyed breakfast prepared by the culinary students. They were also able to tour the trade shops and talk with students and faculty.
 

If you are interested in obtaining additional information about the JARI Consortia, please contact Debi Balog at (814) 262-8366 or by sending an e-mail to .

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Drug Coalition Director to Speak at the Consortia Meeting!

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Members of the HealthCare and Safety Consortia invite you to join them for their first meeting of the year.  Ronna Yablonski, Executive Director of the newly formed Cambria County Drug Coalition will be the guest speaker.  She will be presenting information on the goals and objectives of the coalition.  Attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the plan and participate in an open discussion on the drug related issues facing our community.

 

The meeting will be held on January 24 at 8 AM at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, Richland Campus, Workforce Education Center.  If you are interested in attending the meeting and/or obtaining additional information, please contact Debi Balog at (814) 262-8366 or by sending an e-mail to .
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Attend Upcoming JARI Consortia Meetings!

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Members of the JARI Manufacturing Consortium and Business and Education Consortium invite you to join them for their first meetings of the new year!
The Manufacturing Consortium will be held at 8:00 am on January 10 at Greater Johnstown High School. Members will have the opportunity to tour the shops and interact with students. The Business and Education Consortium will be held at 8:00 am on January 13. Goodwill Industries of the Southern Alleghenies will host the meeting and provide an overview of their programs and services. They will also be giving a tour of their facility and new career resource center. The full agenda’s can be found in the links.

If you are interested in attending and/or obtaining additional information, please contact Debi Balog at (814) 262-8366 or by sending an e-mail to .

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2017 Workforce Consortia Meeting Schedules

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The calendars have been set for 2017 JARI Consortia meetings.  The list of meeting dates and consortia information can be found on our website.
The year will “kick off” with the Manufacturing meeting at 8:00 am on January 10 at Greater Johnstown High School.  Members will have the opportunity to tour the shops and interact with students.  The Business and Education Consortium will be held at 8:00 am on January 13.  Goodwill Industries of the Conemaugh Valley will host the meeting and provide an overview of their programs and services.  Full agendas will be released 2 weeks prior to the meetings.

If you are interested in participating and/or obtaining additional information, please contact Debi Balog at (814) 262-8366 or by sending e-mail to .

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V25 Annual Celebration to be Held Next Week!

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Don’t miss our first-ever Annual Celebration, to be held December 15 at 5:30 pm, at Aces in Cambria City! Join us for a holiday-themed party where capture teams and special guests will be presenting all the great things that are happening in Johnstown! Let’s celebrate, learn and network about the various V25 initiatives that have developed over the past year. All interested persons are invited to attend this free event. Hors D’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available.
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New Holiday Inn Express Opens in Richland

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The Holiday Inn Express in Richland Township held their grand opening event on Monday, December 5. The new building was built in the same location that the former Holiday Inn Express building once stood. The Holiday Inn Express consists of 75 standard rooms, 18 suites, an outdoor pool, fitness center, free WiFi, business shuttle and two business spaces.
To view photos or book a reservation, visit their website.