Living with Vertigo: An Entrepreneurial Story in the Chemical Industry

EVENT DATE: Thursday, July 22, 2010.
Thomas Jefferson inspired us with his quote “Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal…” But, what does it really take to build a successful company from scratch? What should you know beforehand? Join us to learn tips and strategies from a chemical entreprenuer who has lived the experience. In 2004 Brian Morin founded Innegrity LLC, a successful high performance fiber manufacturer focusing on the composites industry. He will provide a crash course for scientists on what it takes to build a successful chemical manufacturing company from scratch.

From Laboratory to Licensing: Protecting Your Intellectual Property Along the Way

EVENT DATE: Thursday, July 1, 2010.
You may be working on breakthrough research but do you know how to protect it? Scientific professionals devote a tremendous amount of time and energy to create valuable intellectual property; yet, many do not invest the necessary time to learn what it takes to protect their work. According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, in 2009, just under forty percent of patent applications were granted. Navigating the path from discovery to market can be complex and tricky. Learn from our speaker, Tom Steinberg, of Roberts, Mlotkowski, Safran & Cole, strategies you need to know to protect your life’s work.

Exit Strategies – A Measure of Success for Chemical Entrepreneurs and Small Business

EVENT DATE: Thursday, June 24, 2010.
Success is sometimes measured by the attainment of your business plan’s exit strategy. Experts recommend developing your exit strategy in the early stages of your business. Is your exit strategy well-suited to fit the needs of your business and your investors? Knowing which exit plan to take may be one of the most important decisions for capitalizing on your hard work. Join us to learn from Kenneth Polk about the various exit strategies available to help you achieve your personal goals, meet the needs of your business, and satisfy your investors.

Covering Your Elements – Understanding Professional Liability Concerns Facing Scientific Consultants and Strategies to Protect Yourself

EVENT DATE: Thursday, June 10, 2010.
Can I be sued for giving accurate technical/scientific advise? What can I do to mitigate my liability as a chemical professional and a consultant? These are some of the questions one needs to consider as a scientist practicing or joining the scientific consulting business. Join us to learn from speaker Richard Kissel, of Kissel Hirsch and Wilmer LLP, as he shares real-life stories and tips for keeping you and your business free from legal heartache.

Green Chemistry: Innovation and Application for the New Decade

EVENT DATE: Thursday, May 20, 2010.
We all hear about the need to be green and sustainable, but what does it really mean for chemical professionals? Green chemistry is here to stay and the industry is expected to grow rapidly in the next decade. Join us as Anne Wallin, Director of Sustainable Chemistry at Dow Chemicals, provides us an insight into how green chemistry is applied in the chemical industry. Learn about the desired green innovations and how green chemistry is driving investment decisions for the next decade.

Success Factors for a Consulting Practice in Chemistry

EVENT DATE: Thursday, April 29, 2010.
Thinking about being a consultant? Independent scientific/technical consulting is a fast growing career option undertaken by many chemical professionals. But do you know what it takes to build a successful consulting practice? To be a successful consultant, you need to know who needs your expertise, how to sell your expertise, and what legal constraints you may encounter along the way. Join us as our speaker shares his two decades of experience building a successful scientific consulting career.

Raising Capital with Angels: What They Don’t Tell You at Business School

EVENT DATE: Thursday, April 22, 2010.
Do you know what it takes to raise capital in this economic environment? Raising capital is an important life blood for entreprenurs and small businesses, yet the process is often a black box. Learn from our speaker strategies to raise smart money and avoid the pitfalls of fools money. Join us to explore the ins and outs of raising funds and building a successful marriage with your investors. This is a must attend event for entrepreneurs, scientific professionals, investors and business leaders who are interested in learning about capital raising and angels financing.

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How to Grow Your Small Business into a Large Corporation – The Story of SAIC and the Secret Sauce of Employee Ownership

EVENT DATE: Thursday, March 25, 2010.
Want to learn the secret to growing your business by empowering your employees? Employee ownership – giving employees a stake in the growing value of their company – has been validated repeatedly as a strategy that gives companies a real competitive edge. Of course, the concept is fairly simple. But how does it actually work? Join us to learn how small and medium sized companies, and their employees, can create a system of employee ownership that is tailored expressly for their individual needs. We will also learn how SAIC has used the employee-owned model to grow from a small technology company into an $8B powerhouse.

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East Meets West: Global Opportunities in Asia Pacific

EVENT DATE: Thursday, February 25, 2010.
Eager to tap into career and business opportunities in China? China is rapidly transforming itself into a high tech powerhouse. Increasing number of companies are setting up R&D centers in China. While China may offer many career and business opportunities, one needs to learn about the political and cultural landscape to successfully capitalize on the country’s dynamic growth. Learn from our speaker how to scientists and businesses can capitalize on their Eastern and Western strengths. Join us to explore the opportunities that may be waiting for you in the Far East.

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How can Crowd-sourcing in Chemistry benefit ME?

EVENT DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2010.
Heard all the buzz about crowdsourcing? Wonder how you and your company can benefit from the Wiki model? Learn from our speaker who has successfully brought open innovation into science and chemistry. Join us to explore the future of science in a crowdsourced world.