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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Pot Luck Lunch
DESCRIPTION:BioCT Innovation Commons community Thanksgiving lunch. \n*For companies at The Commons only*
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/thanksgiving-pot-luck-lunch/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="BioCT":MAILTO:kgipson@BioCT.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191113T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191113T183000
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SUMMARY:Learn to tell a Story and create a Vision
DESCRIPTION:Project managers and leaders who can tell a great story\, are not only able to inspire people to follow them\, but they can paint a picture\, provide a mission and impart a vision of the project or the company.   Storytelling that sticks can change hearts and minds.  So how do you make it stick?  And how do you distill it so that ALL audiences understand it – not just the scientific and technical ones? \nAt our Innovation Networking session on Tuesday October 8th\, Master Storytelling Coach\, Bridget K. Brown of StoryMatters\, LLC\, will deliver a mini-workshop that dips into each of these elements with basic storytelling principles\, and some creative improvisational games which will help you when you are stuck for what to say. \nFollow this link to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/innovation-networking-group-and-experis-19903755786 \nWe network before (and after)\, beer\, wine\, soft drinks and finger food supplied by Experis IT
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/learn-to-tell-a-story-and-create-a-vision/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191106T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191106T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:Would you be a better leader if you learned how to improvise? \nLearn how to listen and speak better. \nLearn how to think better on your feet. \nHave fun in the middle of the day! \nFree\, no experience necessary!
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication-6/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191104T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190828T150758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T150758Z
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SUMMARY:Vendor Day - Costco
DESCRIPTION:Costco will be opening a new store in Flanders (right off I-95) and will be at The Commons Cafe to celebrate their grand opening in November with treats and discounted memberships.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/vendor-day-costco/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191002T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191002T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190904T131457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T131457Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:Would you be a better leader if you learned how to improvise? \nLearn how to listen and speak better. \nLearn how to think better on your feet. \nHave fun in the middle of the day! \nFree\, no experience necessary!
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication-5/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190919T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190711T135707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T135707Z
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SUMMARY:BioCT & Branford Present: The 5th Annual Bioscience & Beer Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to Bioscience! \nCome out and join us at the 5th Annual Bioscience Mixer to meet\, network and forge potential partnerships over terrific Stony Creek craft beers. We’ll also be sampling some of the area’s finest pizza. \nLocal companies are welcome to provide a 3-5 minute update\, introduce their teams and shout-out about needs for talent and partnerships. Spots are limited and available on a first come\, first serve basis! If interested\, please let us know\, email: kgipson@bioct.org. \nBranford: Centrally located on the Long Island Sound with more than 20 miles of shoreline\, Branford  has a quality of life and sense of community that is second to none. With a healthy business climate and an existing diverse community of life sciences\, manufacturing\, healthcare and service industries\, Branford is a vibrant place for bioscience. \n(Additional parking available at the Metro-North train station.)
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/bioct-branford-present-the-5th-annual-bioscience-beer-mixer/
LOCATION:Stony Creek Brewery\, 5 Indian Neck Ave.\, Branford\, CT\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="BioCT":MAILTO:kgipson@BioCT.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190918T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190806T183445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T183445Z
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SUMMARY:ABCT 2019 INFO SESSION @ BIOCT INNOVATION COMMONS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an ABCT Info Session at BioCT Innovation Commons!\nABCT is a six-month entrepreneurship training and networking program that fosters the growth of emerging Connecticut-based bioscience companies who are ready to launch their exciting ventures.\n\nRSVP to the ABCT Info Session here and visit ABCT.co to learn more about the program!
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/abct-2019-info-session-bioct-innovation-commons/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190917T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190917T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190904T130908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T130908Z
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SUMMARY:Vendor Day - Veolia Environmental Services and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Lawrence Grosso\, Account Manager for Veolia will be onsite in the cafe to answer your hazardous and biomedical waste questions.\nHe is also available to discuss the advantages of using Veolia as part of the new BioCT New England Edge Program.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/vendor-day-veolia-environmental-services-and-solutions/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190912T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190906T135417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T135417Z
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SUMMARY:Groton-area Business Owners: Join us for an in-depth discussion of how branding & targeted marketing can boost your sales and revenue.
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce\, in partnership with Groton Economic Development\, is holding a Business Roundtable\, a free event for Groton-areas businesses to learn about brand management and to discuss successes and challenges in today’s business environment. \nPlus\, regional experts in small business marketing\, planning and financing will be on-hand to answer questions and schedule one-one-one consultations. \nTo participate\, please RSVP by Sept. 10 by sending an e-mail to Lauren Post at lpost@groton-ct.gov.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/groton-area-business-owners-join-us-for-an-in-depth-discussion-of-how-branding-targeted-marketing-can-boost-your-sales-and-revenue/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190911T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190904T130205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T130205Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Networking- Reduce Meeting Pain...Build Your Toolkit\, Share Your Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Got meeting fatigue?  Join us to discuss the #1 topic for Project Managers. \nNo\, we’re not going to rehash the usual good practices … you know those already.  Instead\, you will add to your toolkit for breaking the tedium\, and making meeting time worthwhile. \nRemember\, every small improvement in the value of your meetings will make a big impact! \nJoin us on Wednesday September 11th when David Baer and Steve Washburn will facilitate a fast moving discussion on how to reduce meeting pain and build your meeting toolkit. \nDavid Baer is the Core Solutions Business Operations Lead for the Pfizer Digital group that supports the Regulatory\, Risk Management\, Enterprise Solutions\, Medical and Safety (RREMS) groups at Pfizer. \nSteve Washburn is a Sr Project Manager with 20+ years experience consulting with firms of all sizes\, he has done work for 30 of the current Fortune 50 companies and founded two separate consulting firms.  Currently\, Steve works for Experis IT on assignment at Pfizer. \nAs usual\, we will meet at 5pm for drinks and appetizers followed by the session from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovation-networking-reduce-meeting-pain-build-your-toolkit-share-your-ideas/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190905T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190725T181658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T181658Z
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SUMMARY:Register Today - Marcum New England Life Sciences and Biotech Summit
DESCRIPTION:The evolving ecosystem in the life science and biotechnology sector creates new challenges for companies throughout all stages of their lifecycle; however with those new challenges come new opportunities.\nPlease join us for a fun and informative afternoon program where community experts will share valuable information and insights how to navigate the landscape and seize opportunities to position yourself for success. \nWith expected attendance of 200 local industry leaders\, the program will be followed by a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres networking reception offering an opportunity to connect and collaborate with local academia\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, and trusted advisors.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/register-today-marcum-new-england-life-sciences-and-biotech-summit/
LOCATION:New Haven Lawn Club\, 193 Whitney Avenue\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190904T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190904T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190904T131340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T131340Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:Would you be a better leader if you learned how to improvise? \nLearn how to listen and speak better. \nLearn how to think better on your feet. \nHave fun in the middle of the day! \nFree\, no experience necessary! \n 
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication-4/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190821T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190730T133424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T133424Z
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SUMMARY:Naval and Maritime Consortium Meeting Featuring StoryMatters
DESCRIPTION:Join the Naval and Maritime Consortium for a Storytelling Basics for Business Workshop\, hosted by StoryMatters\, LLC\, and networking with colleagues. More information and registration here.  \nStorytelling Basics for Business \nIs the story you tell potential new clients about what your company does\, deceptively simple?  Or is it very complex?  \nEither way\, how do you tell a new client what you do in a way that sticks and makes your company stand out from your competitors?  And how do you get across how you are the company to solve their problem because you have done it before in a way that is compelling? \nMaster Storytelling Coach\, Bridget K. Brown of StoryMatters\, LLC\, will take you through a workshop that uses your product\, and the achievements of your company to tell the story of what you do and how what you do solves the problem of new customers.  At the end of the hour you will be able to tell your story in a compelling manner that sticks\, so that when you are face to face within a business development session\, you can apply your storytelling prowess to get the new customer to say “yes”! \nPlease bring 2 examples of successes with past clients\, what you did how that solved a problem for them. (Company names not necessary). \nElectric Boat will be joining us as well to present subcontracting opportunities. Additional details to follow. \nThis event is for Naval and Maritime Consortium members and their guests. If you have any questions\, please contact Ali Halvordson\, NMC Executive Director\, at 860.949.7474 or a.halvordson@thamesriverinnovation.org.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/naval-and-maritime-consortium-meeting-featuring-storymatters/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190814T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190814T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190711T135303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T151146Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to speak better\nGet along with teammates better\nLearn how to think on your feet\nHave fun in the middle of the day! \nFree\, No experience or registration necessary!
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication-3/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190710T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190710T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190625T151710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T151710Z
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SUMMARY:Innovators Circle - Expectations…Plus 1
DESCRIPTION:If you are just meeting your client’s expectations\, then you are falling behind.  \nSteve Washburn will be facilitating a fast moving conversation about expectations\, stated and implied\, and how our clients and partners measure our performance. \nJoin us on Wednesday July 10th for an enlightening and creative way to look at the work we do and how we can calculate a “Satisfaction Balance Sheet” \nSteve Washburn is a Sr Project Manager with 20+ years experience consulting with firms of all sizes\, he has done work for 30 of the current Fortune 50 companies and founded two separate consulting firms.  Currently\, Steve works for Experis IT on assignment at Pfizer. \nAs usual\, we will meet at 5pm for drinks and appetizers followed by the session from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. \nFollow this link to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expectationsplus-1-if-you-are-just-meeting-your-clients-expectations-then-you-are-falling-behind-tickets-63997544378 \n 5pm Networking\, \n5:30pm to 6:30pm session \nAs a reminder\, the Innovation Networking events are: \n•                    Organized \n•                    Timeboxed \n•                    An opportunity for PDUs if needed \nThey are not: \n•                    A lecture or meeting presentation \n•                    Just for PMs \nWe network before (and after)\, beer\, wine\, soft drinks and finger food supplied by Experis IT
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovators-circle-expectationsplus-1/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="BioCT":MAILTO:kgipson@bioct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190611T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190611T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190610T192136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190610T192136Z
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SUMMARY:Innovator's Roundtable Burnout is real and YOU might have it!
DESCRIPTION:Burnout is real and YOU might have it! \nMore and more studies are exploring the negative effect of job stress and job burnout on our health. \nJoin us on Tuesday June 11th to find out your level of stress\, what you can do about it and strategies to avoid adding to the “Burnout” factor. \nDeb Ward and John Robinson will facilitate a frank conversation about burnout symptoms\, causes\, consequences and most importantly\, what to do about it. \nAs usual\, we will meet at 5pm for drinks and appetizers followed by the session from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. \nAs a reminder\, the Innovation Networking events are: \n\nOrganized\nTimeboxed\nAn opportunity for PDUs if needed\n\nThey are not: \n\nA lecture or meeting presentation\nJust for PMs\n\nWe network before (and after)\, beer\, wine\, soft drinks and finger food supplied by Experis IT
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovators-roundtable-burnout-is-real-and-you-might-have-it/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190515T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190515T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190508T144547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T144547Z
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SUMMARY:Innovators Round Table: “All In” project management lessons from the poker table
DESCRIPTION:Learn to play poker and win BIG with Jeff Hanson. \nAt our Innovation Networking session on Wednesday May 15th\, Jeff will teach us to play poker\, then using those poker concepts we will improve our decision making\, risk management\, negotiating and budgeting skills.  Jeff calls this session “All In” project management lessons from the poker table. \nAs a reminder\, the Innovation Networking events are: \n\nOrganized\nTimeboxed\nAn opportunity for PDUs if needed\n\nThey are not: \n\nA lecture or meeting presentation\nJust for PMs\n\nWe network before (and after)\, beer\, wine\, soft drinks and finger food supplied by Experis IT \nJeff Hanson has been involved in the delivery of Enterprise IT projects in the highly regulated Pharma industry for over 20 years\, he has presented at a number of PMI conferences\, most recently at the SNEC-PMI 2019. And yes\, he is an avid poker player.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovators-round-table-all-in-project-management-lessons-from-the-poker-table/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190501T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190501T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190415T151030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T151030Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:“Training scientists to better communicate using the tools of improvisation is not about making them into comedians.” \n–Alan Alda\, Alda Center for Communicating Science\, StonyBrook University \n​It is about opening up avenues of right brain thinking\, focus\, communication and most especially empathy. \n​It aids scientists who need to explain their science to funders\, businesses and government and other scientists to pivot on a dime\, empowering them to have different kinds of conversations with different kinds of people. \nCome play with us!  No experience necessary. \n 
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication-2/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190415T151751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T151751Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Marcum Associates\, Accountants
DESCRIPTION:One-on-one appointments with tax and accounting experts.  To schedule an appointment please email Emma Palzere-rae at director@thamesriverinnovation.org
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/office-hours-with-marcum-associates-accountants/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190418T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190402T144318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T144318Z
UID:605-1555606800-1555614000@bioctcommons.org
SUMMARY:Innovators Network Series Goes Organic
DESCRIPTION:Drew’s Honeybees is a startup with a mission. Set up as a B corporation\, Drew’s focuses on being organic and sustainable\, but also giving back. Learn about his journey from product development\, to manufacturing\, to distribution. Presentation will be followed by Q&A\, discussion\, networking and refreshments.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovators-network-series-goes-organic/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190417T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190417T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190415T150553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T150553Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Place Pitch
DESCRIPTION:As Thames River Innovation Place heads into its third year\, we invite the community to hear proposals for our next round of funding. \nJoin us to listen to applicants pitch their proposal ideas. Each proposal will give a brief presentation\, followed by Q&A. After all the proposals are heard\, we will move to the cafe and continue the conversation with a networking reception. \nSponsored by Liberty Bank.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovation-place-pitch/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190409T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190409T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190401T141313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190401T141313Z
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SUMMARY:Everything I know about Project Management I learned from Rugby
DESCRIPTION:“Everything I know about Project Management I learned from Rugby” \nThat bold statement was made by John Carne\, Business Process Management Consultant with IRACIS Consulting of East Greenwich\, RI. \nPlease plan to join us at the April 9 Innovation Networking event when John will teach us the basics of the sport of rugby and discuss the correlation between succeeding on the rugby pitch and succeeding with project management. \nAs a reminder\, the Innovation Networking events are: \n\nOrganized\nTimeboxed\nAn opportunity for PDUs if needed\n\nThey are not: \n\nA lecture or meeting presentation\nJust for PMs\n\nWe network before (and after)\, beer\, wine\, soft drinks and finger food supplied by Experis \nJohn Carne is an experienced CIO and project leader\, who has built effective project teams to re-vitalize global business operations and enterprise IT systems. Each company faced significant operating challenges\, resolved by stabilizing and re-engineering business strategies\, processes and systems. \nHe is driven by the challenge of helping manufacturing companies develop and implement business process and technology initiatives that Increase Revenues\, Avoid Costs and Improve Service. \nConnect with John on LinkedIn @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncarne/
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/everything-i-know-about-project-management-i-learned-from-rugby/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190403T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190403T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190401T145120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190401T145120Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Better Communication
DESCRIPTION:Increase your ability to: listen\, respond and focus through improvisation.  Free and no experience necessary! \nNo need to rsvp\, just come to BioCT Innovation Commons at 12 noon on the first Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-better-communication/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="BioCT":MAILTO:kgipson@bioct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190227
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20190130T143440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T143440Z
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SUMMARY:DOD and NIH SBIR/STTR Proposal Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this intensive\, two-day SBIR/STTR workshop focused on proposal development for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Defense (DOD). \nPresented by SBIR/STTR expert Jerry Hollister\, the workshop will provide detailed instruction on how to write a competitive proposal that meets the mission and standards of the DOD and NIH SBIR/STTR programs.           \nWho Should Attend: Connecticut-based entrepreneurs interested in SBIR/STTR funding. The workshop is free of charge; however\, registration is required. \nAttendance at this workshop is the first step in qualifying for the SBIR Accelerate CT program\, a CTNext initiative designed to: \nEnhance the competitiveness of SBIR/STTR proposals among Connecticut’s small technology companies\nFacilitate collaborations with academia and industry improve chances of commercialization\nDrive economic development\nThrough the program\, companies selected will receive up to 20 hours of strategic one-on-one guidance for actively preparing SBIR/STTR applications.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/dod-and-nih-sbir-sttr-proposal-development-workshop-2/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190226
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
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SUMMARY:DOD and NIH SBIR/STTR Proposal Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this intensive\, two-day SBIR/STTR workshop focused on proposal development for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Defense (DOD). \nPresented by SBIR/STTR expert Jerry Hollister\, the workshop will provide detailed instruction on how to write a competitive proposal that meets the mission and standards of the DOD and NIH SBIR/STTR programs.           \nWho Should Attend: Connecticut-based entrepreneurs interested in SBIR/STTR funding. The workshop is free of charge; however\, registration is required. \nAttendance at this workshop is the first step in qualifying for the SBIR Accelerate CT program\, a CTNext initiative designed to: \nEnhance the competitiveness of SBIR/STTR proposals among Connecticut’s small technology companies\nFacilitate collaborations with academia and industry improve chances of commercialization\nDrive economic development\nThrough the program\, companies selected will receive up to 20 hours of strategic one-on-one guidance for actively preparing SBIR/STTR applications.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/dod-and-nih-sbir-sttr-proposal-development-workshop/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190221T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190221T180000
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SUMMARY:Innovators Networking Series with Decision Options
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we will highlight work being done with Artificial Intelligence. AI entrepreneur Gill Eapen of Decision Options will share his startup journey\, the evolution of DO\, and information about his AI work. Cheryl Rice from CT Technology Council will also be on hand to share about their work supporting tech startups. Brief presentations will be followed by Q&A. \nDiscussion. Networking. Refreshments. \nWhether you are working in Artificial Intelligence or just curious this event will be of interest!
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovators-networking-series-with-decision-options/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190219T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190219T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
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SUMMARY:Innovation Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first in the series of Innovation Networking! \nLet me peak your interest by telling you a little bit about it…the goal of Innovation Networking is to have a local\, face-to-face networking group of cross-industry/cross-functional professionals that gather to inspire shared knowledge and experiences and to engage in collaborative problem solving. \nThese Innovation Network Gatherings are…. \n-FREE\n-Organized\n-Time-boxed (refer to organized!)\n-Collaborative\n-Connective\n-An opportunity for PDUs \nThese Innovation Network Gatherings are Not…. \n-A lecture or meeting presentation\n-Just for Project Managers\n-Boring \nTIMELINE \n5:00pm to 5:30pm \nNetworking & Tours of the Innovation Commons \nWine\, beer\, beverages and snacks complimentary \n5:30pm to 6:30pm \nCollaboratively Generate the List of Topics that Interest YOU for 2019 \nIn this inaugural Networking\, we need your participation to develop the topics you want for future gatherings. Here are some couple of examples of what we were thinking… \n“Dare to Try” for Innovation…Think Different to Solve Big Challenges\n“Welcome to the Improv”…an Alternative Approach to Communication\nChange Management…The Good\, The Bad & The Ugly\nRetrospectives: The Better Alternative to Lessons Learned\n[Your Topic Here!]\nFeel free to forward this to others you think may be interested
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/innovation-networking/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190206T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190206T125000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20181220T154141Z
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SUMMARY:Improv for Scientists (and others who want to have fun)
DESCRIPTION:Story Matters LLC is facilitating a series for improv scientists and those who want to have fun! \n“Training scientists to better communicate using the tools of improvisation is not about making them into comedians.” \n–Alan Alda\, Alda Center for Communicating Science\, StonyBrook University \n​Improvisation is about opening up avenues of right brain thinking\, focus\, communication and most especially empathy. \nImprov aids scientists who need to explain their science to funders\, businesses and government and other scientists to pivot on a dime\, empowering them to have different kinds of conversations with different kinds of people. \nCome play with us!  No experience necessary.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/improv-for-scientists-and-others-who-want-to-have-fun/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190124T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20181220T153847Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s Night at the Innovators Networking Series
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Women’s Business Development Council and Southeastern CT Women’s Network \nWine tasting with Wines of Illyria and The Commons STEM Art Show viewing. \nJoin us for a great evening of connecting with successful women. We will highlight several women business owners in the region\, moderated by Lisa Carberg. We know our entrepreneurial journeys are colored by being a woman — challenges\, successes and resources will be shared. \nGreat networking with food provided by our sponsors and wine tasting by a new local woman-owned business\, Wines of Illyria.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/womens-night-at-the-innovators-networking-series/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190123T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T124414
CREATED:20181220T153216Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Miranda Creative
DESCRIPTION:Maria Miranda will be our mentor this month. We are scheduling one-on-one appointments to get your business’s marketing questions answered. \nMiranda Creative is not the typical advertising agency\, they are brand managers — more importantly\, they are partners\, and work side-by-side with clients to manage messaging that reflects a brand’s value across all media and all channels — from print to interactive. Miranda’s work is award-winning\, and their clients are diverse . Miranda welcomes inquiries from clients\, colleagues and vendor partners. They provide comprehensive creative services; strategic marketing plans and media coordination; digital marketing\, including responsive websites; and vendor administration and metrics. \nMaria has dual degrees in Marketing/Graphic Design from the University of Connecticut and has completed post-graduate programs in trademark/copyright law\, interactive technologies and management. A veteran marketer\, Maria is a thought-leader\, author and speaker about new media. \nTo register for a half-hour timeslot\, please email ignite@thamesriverinnovation.org.
URL:https://bioctcommons.org/event/office-hours-with-miranda-creative/
LOCATION:BioCT Innovation Commons\, 93 Shennecossett Road\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ignite Thames River":MAILTO:Ignite@ThamesRiverInnovation.org
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