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Uranium Processing Facility Supplier's Outreach Forum

What: Outreach event for companies to learn how they can get involved in building our nation's new Uranium Processing Facility at the National Nuclear Security Administration's Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Gain insight into upcoming UPF procurements, build business partnerships and networks for bidding opportunities, and share a role in protecting America's nuclear security.

When: Tuesday, March 9 - Wednesday, March 10

Where: Y-12 National Security Complex New Hope Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Why: Hosted by Oak Ridge’s Y-12 National Security Complex, this two-day forum will provide an opportunity for suppliers to learn about current and upcoming UPF proposals and procurement needs, project and security requirements, and guidelines for doing business with Y-12. UPF will replace the nation's existing enriched uranium processing facilities, built at the Y-12 National Security Complex during the World War II Manhattan Project. For more information, please call 865-241-0677 or visit our website at: www.y12.doe.gov/news/events/upfoutreach.


Main Street Directors Quarterly Meeting

What: Tennessee Main Street Program Directors Quarterly Meeting

When: Wednesday, March 17 - Thursday, March 18, 2010


Tennessee Geographic Information Council Conference

What: Tennessee Geographic Information Council Annual GIS Conference

When: Wednesday, April 7 - Thursday, April 8, 2010

Where: Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, Tenn.

How: For more information or to register for the event, visit the conference Web site.


Sign Up Now for the SEUS-CP Conference
 
SEUS-CP LogoThe Southeastern United States - Canadian Provinces Alliance (SEUS-CP) will hold its third annual SEUS-CP Conference April 11-13, 2010, in Biloxi, Mississippi, on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. You are invited to attend this important event. In addition to educational sessions, outstanding networking events and world-class entertainment, the conference will feature Fred Smith, Founder, President and CEO of FedEx, as its keynote presenter.
 
When: Sunday, April 11, 2010 8:30 AM - Tuesday, April 13, 2010 4:00 PM Central Time Zone
 
Where: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, 875 Beach Boulevard, Biloxi, MS 39531
 
FEE: SEUS-CP Registration is on-line at www.seuscp.org
Registration Fee - $425.00; Spouse/Guest Registration Fee - $200.00
    
Tennesseans are now invited to apply for membership in the state's SEUS-Canada delegation.  To learn more, visit www.seuscp.org or contact Lori Odom, Director of International Business Development, Lori.Odom@tn.gov or Andrea Fanta, International Project Specialist, Andrea.Fanta@tn.gov. For Tennessee business-to-business matchmaking questions, contact Wisty Pender at Wisty.Pender@tn.gov.


Society of Automobile Engineers World Congress

What: Society of Automobile Engineers Annual World Congress

When: Tuesday, April 13 - Wenesday, April 15, 2010

Where: Cobo Center, Detroit, Mich.

How: For more information or to register for the event, visit the conference Web site.


Tennessee Water Resources Symposium

What: Tennessee American Water Resources Association 19th Annual Symposium

When: Tuesday, April 13 - Wenesday, April 15, 2010

Where: Montgomery Bell State Park, Burns, Tenn.

How: For more information, visit the TAWRA Web site.


Local Government Planning Advisory Committee Meeting

What: Local Government Planning Advisory Committee quarterly meeting

When: Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Where: Tennessee Tower, Nashville, Tenn.

Why: The Local Government Planning Advisory Committee consists of seven local government officials appointed by the Governor. The Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development on the operations of the Local Planning Assistance Office. It has authority over the creation and amendment to regional planning commission jurisdiction and specified appointments to certain regional planning commissions. County growth plans, as required in Chapter 58 of Title 6, must receive final approval from the Committee before they become effective.

How: For more information, visit the Local Government Planning Advisory Committee Web site.


State Agency GIS Users Group Meeting

What: State Agency GIS Users Group quarterly meeting

When: Thursday, April 22, 2010

Where: Nashville, Tenn.



Grant Writing Workshop

What: Two-day grant writing workshop

When: Monday, April 26 -Tuesday, April 27

Where: Wm. R. Snodgrass TN Tower, 3rd Floor, Media Room
312 Eighth Avenue North
Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0405

Why: The State of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, Research and Strategic Planning Division and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Nashville, April 26-27, 2010.  Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies as well as nonprofits, K-12, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend.

For more information and instant, online enrollment, please visit http://grantwritingusa.com/events/write/natn0410.html

Contact:
Cathy Rittenhouse
Grant Writing USA
800.814.8191
cathy@grantwritingusa.com

Dr. Lisa Webb-Robins
State of Tennessee
615.532.1912
lisa.webb-robins@tn.gov

 

TDEC Solid and Hazardous Waste Conference

What: Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Annual Solid and Hazardous Waste Conference

When: Wednesday, April 28 - Friday, April 30, 2010

Where: Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, Tenn.

How: For more information or to register for the event, visit the conference Web site.


Tennessee Basic Economic Development Course

What: 4th Annual Tennessee Basic Economic Development Course

When: Monday, May 3 - Friday, May 7, 2010

Where: Nashville, Tenn.

Why: This comprehensive course, accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), focuses on the fundamental concepts, tools and practices needed to be successful in today's complex economic environment.

How: Registration is limited. For more information and to register, please visit www.ips.tennessee.edu/tbedc/ or contact Kim Arms, (865) 974-6621 or kim.arms@tennessee.edu.

Governor's Conference on Economic & Community Development

What: 57th Annual Governor's Conference on Economic & Community Development

When: Monday, September 27 - Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Where: Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, Tenn.

Why: Learn practical information on Tennessee incentives, job creation programs, site selection do's and don'ts, technology trends, marketing your community and much more.

How: Information regarding keynote speakers, session topics and online registration will be coming soon.Look for the latest updates in ECD's weekly e-newsletter Hot Sheet and on www.tn.gov/ecd. For questions or more information, please call (615) 253-1950 or email ecd.communications.office@tn.gov.