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| Gorge Technology Alliance
Mission |
To promote the
technology business sector of the Columbia River
Gorge and build new alliances to strengthen our
surrounding communities.
We focus on
"lifestyle entrepreneurs;" individuals who take
advantage of the area's recreational resources and
business opportunities, combining their drive for
recreational activities with an industry cluster
that continues to expand.
For more
information
contact:
jessica@crgta.org
541-296-2266
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This newsletter is sponsored by GTA. The
items contained herein are published as submitted
and are provided for general information purposes
only. This information is not advice. Readers
should not rely solely on this information, but
should make their own inquiries before making any
decisions. GTA works to maintain up-to-date
information from reliable sources; however, no
responsibility is accepted for any errors or
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Small
Business Resources
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Have you visited CGCC's Small Business
Development Center's website recently? There are a
lot of great resources available online for
entrepreneurs, including guides for starting a
business in Oregon or Washington and referral
lists. Just go to www.cgcc.cc.or.us/sbdc. Washington
entrepreneurs can find more small business
resources on the state website www.choosewashington.com/business/small. |
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IRS
Small Business Workshop Available
Online
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The new
Virtual Small Business/ Self-Employed Tax Workshop
is now available online. Its nine interactive
lessons help new small business owners and
self-employed businesses learn about their tax
rights and responsibilities. Topics range from
what you need to know when running your business
from your home to setting up a retirement plan for
yourself or your employees. Click here to access this
great
resource. |
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Washington
Launches Quarterly Aerospace Bulletin
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The Washington State Department of
Commerce has launched the inaugural edition of the
Washington State Quarterly
Aerospace Bulletin. The goal of the bulletin
is "to raise awareness and disseminate information
on the Washington state aerospace cluster, local
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Robotics
Fair on Jan 10
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Local robotics enthusiasts will
be demonstrating their robots and challenging each
other at a free event on Jan 10. Local 4H teams that are part of the
international First Lego League tournament will
compete in robot design and performance. These
9-14 year olds have developed robots that attempt
complicated missions.
Participants in the Monday night Gorge
Robotics Club will also demonstrate their robots
that vary from orchard sprayers to mechanized
puppets.
There will also be a new opportunity for teams or
organizations to sign-up for the GTA's free loaner
robot kits, purchased through our recent Google
grant.
Event
Details:
Sunday, January 10, 2010, 12pm
to 3pm
Columbia Center for the Arts, 215
Cascade Ave, Hood River
Free- all
ages are welcome!
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GTA
Announces Google Speakers Series on the Leading
Edge of Technology
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Last
October the GTA was awarded a Google grant for its
Technology Education Program. The majority of
funds will support youth robotics programs in the
Gorge with loaner robots and laptops. The
remainder of the grant will allow the GTA to host
a series of four speaker events in 2010 on the
leading edge of technology in specific areas.
The first event will present The Leading Edge of
Technology in Agriculture. Robotics and
other technological innovations are being
developed for use in agricultural operations in
ways that will improve the efficiency of farming.
Clark Seavert with Oregon State University is part
of a collaborative effort called the Comprehensive
Automation for Specialty Crops that will benefit
the Gorge's many orchards. Clark and others will
present their work at a free, public event on
March 16. Join us for this first event and stay
tuned as the other topics are announced!
Event
Details:
Tuesday, March 16, 2009,
7pm
Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade
Ave, Hood River
Free - everyone is encouraged
to attend!
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Hood
River PubTalk™, January 19 |
The next PubTalk returns to Hood River
with keynote speaker Kari Waldhaus from The
Entrepreneur's Source discussing "Everything You
Wanted to Know about Franchising but were Afraid
to Ask". PubTalk is an informal networking
event including a keynote speaker and 10 minute
pitches from two early stage companies. These
companies are most commonly seeking advisors or
capital investment and often present at a PubTalk
in preparation for the Gorge Angel Conference,
scheduled for April 27, 2010. Meeting Details:
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010,
5:30pm Springhouse Cellar Winery, 13 Railroad
St., Hood River $10 admission includes program
& snacks RSVP by January
15 to Nick Kraemer, Hood River County
Office of Economic Development, at 541-387-7012 or
nick.kraemer@co.hood-river.or.us. |
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Washington's
Innovation Summit 2010, presented by
WA Technology Center
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The Washington Technology Center
will be hosting the Innovation Summit 2010
on April 9. Sustaining a world-class economy
through innovation and industry development
is a collaborative effort. As part of this effort,
the Summit will bring together the region's
leading companies and thought
leaders for a full day devoted to
accelerating creativity and innovation.
The three Industry Tracks include:
The luncheon panel features
three distinguished experts
exploring "Future Promise - Future Provocation:
Opportunities and Challenges in the Next 25
Years." Steven Ashby of Pacific Northwest
National Laboratory, Greg Bear, a noted
author and Homeland Security consultant, and Dr.
Bonnie Dunbar, president and CEO of the Museum of
Flight and former astronaut, will give insights
and a vision of what the future holds for
innovators.
Register by December 31,
2009 for a reduced rate of $150. Luncheon Only:
$50
Event
Details:
Friday,
April 9, 2010, 7:30 a.m. to 4
p.m.
Greater Tacoma
Convention & Trade Center
www.watechcenter.org/summit |
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GTA
Members and Sponsors
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Welcome to our newest member:
- Brian Dennis,
Assoc. Member
Thank
you to our renewing members:
Become a member by
December 31 to include your dues on your
business expenses for 2009! Join or
renew quickly and easily through the GTA's
website. Click here to view the PayPal
options. |
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Calendar
of Events
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January
2010
- Jan 10:
Robotics Fair, Columbia Center for the
Arts, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 12pm
- Jan.
19: PubTalk, Springhouse Cellar, 13
Railroad St in Hood River, 5:30pm
- Jan.
26: GTA Monthly Meeting, 6:30pm, Erin
Glenn Winery at The Mint, 710 E 2nd St in The
Dalles, Topic TBA
- Jan.
28: Software Association of Oregon Annual
Member Dinner in Portland -learn more and buy
tickets now online.
February 2010
- Feb
23: GTA Monthly Meeting, 6:30pm,
Centerpointe Bank in Hood River, Topic TBA
March 2010
- March
9: PubTalk, 5:30pm, location TBA
- March 16:
GTA's Google Speaker Series. Topic: The
Leading Edge of Technology in Agriculture.
Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave in
Hood River,
7pm.
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