Louisiana Technology Council

FREE LANGUAGE TRAINING CLASSES THROUGH SBET

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:00:00 GMT

FREE LANGUAGE TRAINING CLASSES To Qualified Louisiana Businesses Through the Louisiana Department of Labor Small Business Employee Training Program (SBET) If your company has 50 or fewer employees and been in business for 3 or more years, you may be eligible for a 100% reimbursement FOR OUR COURSES through the NEW Louisiana Small Business Employee Training Program! Bilingual Resources Group was recently approved as a certified training provider for the Department of Labor. IMPORTANT NOTE — In order to be reimbursed for the training, the application must be submitted and approved prior to...

Zervigon International presents Project Management course September 8- 12, 2008

noemail@ltc-la.org — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Zervigon International, Ltd. is conducting the course Principles and Practices of Project Management (PPPM), dates and time: September 8-12. 2008 (8:30 am to 4:30 pm) Place: Place: New Orleans Metro Area (Exact location is not yet determined). It is designed for project managers, project team members, and senior executives, and covers all of the material needed to pass the Project Management Institute certification exam. Participants will receive a copy of A Guide to the Project Management Body Of Knowledge 3rd Edition (PMBOK®), a class notebook of over 300 pages, a 200 question sample test, other handouts, lunch, snacks and beverages. Class graduates will earn 35 hours towards their continuing education requirements for both PMI® and the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board (LAPELS). For presently certified Project Management Professionals it is an excellent opportunity to get an understanding of the changes in standards included in the PMBOK®...

A Loss is Felt Throughout the Tech Community with the Passing of Rick Danielson

noemail@ltc-la.org — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:45:00 GMT

If ever you shipped at CompUSAs Business Sales Dept, you got to know Rick Danielson because he could tell you anything you needed to know about the problem you had with your computer or network. I went in one day to play with the Macs. While playing a version of Never Ball, Rick came up to me to sell me a Mac. The entire time I was playing this game that I had never played, Rick was telling me how great it was to work at CompUSA. I never explained to him about my business or computer background, but somehow he sold me on the position as I was losing the game. We have been friends ever since. Rick died of a heart attack early yesterday morning. When he got up, he started writing his 3rd screenplay for the FX Channel, with one in the works, and the other that was/may start this September, both of which were to be shot near Frenchmens Street. Rick collapsed on his balcony. Like any of us would have done, Rick told his girlfriend Yenney not to worry. By the time paramedics...

City of New Orleans RFP - Professional Management Services

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT

City of New Orleans, Louisiana Request for Proposals Professional Emergency Management Services RFP 2213-00552 JULY 21, 2008 The following constitutes a Request for Proposal (hereinafter RFP) by the City of New Orleans. This RFP is made subject to correction subject of errors, omissions of withdrawal without notice. Request for Proposals: The City of New Orleans desires to obtain Professional Eniergency Management Services. These services would be provided in the event of an emergency or special event requiring the full activation of the Emergency Operations Center. As provided below, and incident to City Charter Section 6-308(5) and Executive Order CRN 08-01, it requests proposals from experienced firms to provide the needed services. Instructions: Applicants shall submit the following to the Office of Emergency Preparedness directed Attention: David Baird, Operations Section Chief, Office of Emergency Preparedness, City Of New Orleans, Room 9E06, 1300 Perdido Street, New...

TechAssist LA Offers FREE Seminars Throughout July For Small Busineses and Non-Profits

noemail@ltc-la.org — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

TechAssistLA, an LTC program funded by a grant, will offer free seminars every Wednesday in July for busineses to better represent and market their businesses online. Each seminar will dive deeper into tips and tactics on how to manage your web site, as well as drive traffic to your busines site. Each seminar will take place on Wednesdays in July at 5:30pm at 1215 Prytania Street, 2nd Floor Assembly Room in New Orleans. These are free to the public, but business owners and attendees are encouraged to preregister their attendance For more information or to register, visit www.TechAssistLA.com/training.php Funding for TechAssistLA is provided by a grant from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Community Development Block Grants, Louisiana Recovery Authority, and Louisiana Economic Development. Businesses requesting assistance must meet the following criteria: Be a Louisiana-based, small business or non-profit organization with less than 50 employees or a startup...

LEDA hosts workforce training seminar co-sponsored by the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce

noemail@ltc-la.org — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Lafayette, LA–Hundreds of Acadiana businesses are taking advantage of millions of dollars in workforce training grants, and funds are available for the 2008-2009 fiscal year starting July 1, 2008. The Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) will host a workforce training seminar, Training Grants & Funding, to provide information on workforce training resources. The seminar takes place on Tuesday, June 24, at 9 a.m., at the LEDA Resource Center, 211 E. Devalcourt St.

Local training providers will be on hand to provide information on available training courses, and businesses can register for classes, and apply for funding on the spot. Businesses with 50 or fewer employees may be able to use the Small Business Employee Training Program that provides up to $3,000 per employee for annual workforce training, including computer training, safety training, and a wide range of other standardized training courses.

The Incumbent Worker Training Program provides up to $200,000 or more for qualifying businesses to design a 12-month, customized workforce training plan.

Information about other workforce recruitment services available at NO CHARGE to businesses and services available to owners of small businesses through the Small and Emerging Business Development Program will also be presented.

Contact at Ryan LaGrange (337)593-1405 or ryanl@lafayette.org for more information or to sign up for the seminar.

The Disaster Recovery Division of GOHSEP is working to make LouisianaPA.com a more safe and secure system

noemail@ltc-la.org — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Attention All Users of the LousianaPA.com System! This is just a reminder!

The Disaster Recovery Division of GOHSEP is working to make LouisianaPA.com a more safe and secure system. Your assistance is requested in completing a new access form. All users are being asked to download, read, sign and return the appropriate form to the Disaster Recovery Division of GOHSEP as soon as possible. The deadline to return the form is by close of business on June 15th, 2008. Access will be removed for those who do not return a completed form by close of business on June 30th, 2008.

Forms can be accessed on the LouisianaPA.com website. Click on "Resources" at the top right side of the screen. Next, click on the appropriate form under "LouisianaPA.com Access Forms."

There are different types of forms based on the different users: State Agencies, Applicants, and GOHSEP Employees. Select the form that is appropriate for the type of access you require.

Fax completed forms to (225) 267-2832 or email the form to LAPA@OHSEP.Louisiana.gov.

Louisiana EMA

http://louisianapa.com

Request for Information regarding 8(a) Company Needs

noemail@ltc-la.org — Wed, 28 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

NOVACES hereby requests information regarding the technical and financial capabilities of Small Business Administration (SBA) certified 8(a) firms, to include Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) owned, Native American Tribally owned or Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) owned certified 8(a) concerns, to develop e-Learning from existing classroom curriculum to the requirements as outlined below. There is no commitment by NOVACES to issue a solicitation, make an award, or be responsible for any costs expended by any interested parties in responding to this notice. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds NOVACES to solicit or award a contract. This is a sources sought notice only and is not a Request for Proposal ( RFP). BACKGROUND: For information purposes only. Our client is deploying a world-wide training program for continuous process improvement methodologies and wants to reduce costs by migrating traditional classroom training to a blended or virtual learning environment. Specific capabilities include: design and development of e-Learning tools and technologies compatible with a secure, closed network; preparation of detailed procurement documents for hardware and associated equipment; familiarity with DoD learning management systems; ability to apply e-Learning standards recognized by industry; transformation of written curriculum into interactive online training; testing and evaluation for initial rollout; logistical and maintenance support. The contractor also may be tasked to perform hardware/software engineering, troubleshoot subsystems, perform quality assurance support, provide configuration management and prepare logistic support for systems and subsystems. The contractor must be able meet client security clearance standards (currently Secret clearance). U.S. Citizenship is required. Point of Contact
Ivan Radovic

504.208.0609

iradovic@novaces.com

LED Announces Phase II of Louisiana Business Recovery Grant & Loan Program introduced

noemail@ltc-la.org — Tue, 27 May 2008 11:00:00 GMT

On May 27, Louisiana Economic Development (LED) and Louisiana Recovery Authority (LRA) announce the launch of the second phase of the Louisiana Business Recovery Grant and Loan Program designed to support businesses recovering from the after-effects of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. State officials have made $80 million dollars available in combination grants and zero-interest loans for recovering businesses in this phase. The program will accept applications June 9 - July 18 through community-based financing intermediaries across the region. One of our primary goals at LED is to make Louisiana a better place to do business, said LED Secretary Stephen Moret. For companies in South Louisiana who are still recovering from the storms aftermath, this means providing access to affordable resources and financing. That is why we are rolling out a second phase of this program - to make South Louisianas business climate a place where our companies can grow and prosper. Louisiana cannot...

CIO of Adobe to participate in LTCs 2008 CIO Forum

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 22 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Mark S. Lewis; (504) 304-2910; mlewis@ltc-la.org CIO OF ADOBE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS YEARS CIO FORUM -CIO FORUM SET FOR AUGUST 22ND- NEW ORLEANS, LA - May 22, 2008 - The Louisiana Technology Council (LTC) is proud to announce that the CIO of Adobe, Gerri Martin-Flickinger, has agreed to participate in the LTCs Annual CIO Forum Luncheon scheduled for Friday, August 22nd, 2008. Each year the LTC implements an Annual CIO Forum to help educate local businesses with up and coming new technologies from experts throughout the country. Last years participants included Carolyn Walton, VP of Integrated Systems for Wal-Mart, Brian Shield, CIO of the Weather Channel and Ray Johnson, CIO of Entergy. We are honored to have top CIO’s from across the country come to Louisiana to help with our technology initiatives, stated LTC President Mark S. Lewis. Our CIO Forum is just one of a series of programs that we are implementing to help create jobs, educate...

Metro Ethernet Forum Validates Cox Business' Commitment to Provide High-End Data Connections

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 08 May 2008 14:00:00 GMT

In order to meet increased communications requirements, businesses of all sizes are implementing high-bandwidth applications across their organizations. Ethernet services enable these companies to cost effectively create wide area networks that link multiple locations for increased productivity. Communication providers that attain MEF 14 certification have the ability to offer quality of service (QoS) for Ethernet services, backed by service level specifications. Certified Ethernet performance capabilities paired with Cox Business’s superior customer service provides a unique value proposition for customers. Cox Business has established itself as the MSO leader in the U.S. Business Ethernet Services marketplace and continues to be aggressive in this space, said Rosemary Cochran, principal, Vertical Systems Group. The latest MEF 14 certification further solidifies Cox Business as a competitive threat to telco incumbents and enables the company to offer a higher level of service...

FREE Business to Business Seminar on Thursday, April 3, 2008

noemail@ltc-la.org — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Operation HOPE is hosting a networking seminar, Business to Business” on Thursday, April 3, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to provide an opportunity for you to meet each other and create new opportunities for dialog and future business. The seminar will be at 1215 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA Suite 362.

You and your interested clients are cordially invited to attend and take advantage of this special occasion to grow your business.

Please contact Rita Laners at 504.309.6153 or Rita.Laners@operationhope.org. so we can reserve a place for you.

VAI (Vormittag Associates) and SSI (Systems Services Inc) announces participation in 2008 TechSouth Summit and Expo

noemail@ltc-la.org — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

VAI (Vormittag Associates) and their Baton Rouge based Business Partner, SSI (Systems Services Inc), is pleased to announce their participation in the 2008 TechSouth Summit and Expo, to be held April 7th-9th at the Cajundome Convention Center in Lafayette, LA.

VAI is an independent software developer and an award winning IBM Premier Business Partner. We have partnered with SSI to offer manufacturers, distributors and retailers industry specific, fully integrated business software solutions that give companies of all sizes a true market advantage.

Our ERP application features modules for manufacturing, wholesales distributors warehouse management, metals, food, retail and e-business. If you plan on attending the Expo, stop by booth #67 to speak to Cletus Robinson from SSI, pick up success stories and brochures

about our solutions, and be eligible to participate in a drawing.

To learn more about VAI and SSI, visit www.vai.net/techsouth.

MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTIVITY CONFERENCE APRIL 9 & 10 IN METAIRIE

noemail@ltc-la.org — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The Manufacturing Extension Partnership of Louisiana will host the Gulf States Manufacturing & Productivity Conference at the Marriot Hotel in Metairie, La., on Wednesday, April 9 and Thursday, April 10. The conference, sponsored in part by Louisiana Economic Development, will focus on providing manufacturers critical business skills necessary for growth.

Keynote speakers include Doug Hall, hailed as "America's top new product idea man," by Inc. Magazine and Larry Knauer, director of enterprise retention and growth at NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans. The conference will offer opportunities for networking, exchanging of best practices and sharing of tools for building stronger manufacturing businesses in the face of global competition.

In addition to keynote speakers and networking opportunities, the conference offers breakout sessions in four tracks: lean, quality, growth and business/strategic planning.

For more information, including registration, visit http://mepol.org/site.php

The Gulf States Manufacturing & Productivity Conference is also sponsored by BEGNEAUD Manufacturing and the Association of Manufacturing Excellence.

Charter Business Launches Channel Partnership Programs

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:00:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS, MO -- Charter Business™, a division of Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) today announced a redesign of its third-party distribution strategy in order to open channels for information technology, networking and telecommunications integrators for large and enterprise businesses. Charter Business appreciates the value our channel partners bring to the table, especially for large businesses, said Jim McGann, Corporate Vice President of Charter Business. Channel partners appreciate the ease with which they’ll be able to integrate Charter Business’ robust fiber-optic based services into their customers’ network strategies. The successful pilot for the Charter Business Channel Partners program took place in Charters Wisconsin and Michigan service areas during the last 24 months, according to Mr. McGann. The Charter Business Channel Partnership Program is built to accommodate both IT/Networking/Telecommunications integrators and other network service providers such as...

TECHSOUTH ANNOUNCES WINNING BIDDERS for SECOND ROUND OF EXECUTIVE CONNECT

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:00:00 GMT

TECHSOUTH ANNOUNCES WINNING BIDDERS for SECOND ROUND OF EXECUTIVE CONNECT. Congratulations to the winning bidders of the Second Round of Executive Connect of Lafayette. The winners are as follows: Senator David Vitter Jeff Madison - BriteStar Solutions - New Orleans, LA Winning bid: $500 Bill Fenstermaker, Chair and CEO of C.H. Fenstermaker & Associates Mark Gray & Associates, Hammond, LA Winning bid: $250 David Kennedy, CIO of Stone Energy Jeff Madison - BriteStar Solutions, New Orleans, LA Winning Bid: $350 Rusty Cloutier, President, MidSouth Bank Mark Gray & Associates, Hammond, LA Winning bid: $250 Logan McDaniel, CIO of Lafayette Parish School System Mark Gray & Associates, Hammond, LA Winning bid: $200 Dont miss out on TechSouths next Executive Connect auction already in progress. More executives will be appearing for bid over the next several months. Bid now at www.executiveconnect.org. The following people are up for auction, which will end on...

ROBERT BERNING PRODUCTIONS, INC. PRODUCES FILM DOCUMENTING NORTHROP GRUMMAN'S NEW YORK (LPD 21)

noemail@ltc-la.org — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:00:00 GMT

METAIRIE, LA –MAR. 5, 2008) Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding commissioned Robert Berning Productions, Inc. to develop a film about the new Navy vessel, New York (LPD 21), currently under construction at the shipbuilder’s Avondale, Louisiana shipyard. The future USS NEW YORK will be used to transport and land Marines and their equipment. The ship name is a tribute to the state and city of New York, as the ship incorporates construction steel salvaged from the World Trade Centers. The primary reason for using the steel was to symbolize the strength and resiliency of New Yorkers while honoring those who lost their lives in the 9-11-01 attacks. The film makes use of personal storytelling, revealing the connection between the shipyard workers and members of the September 11th Families’ Association. Titled Walking in the Wake of Heroes, the film is a documentary on four shipbuilders who work on LPD 21 and their journey to New York City to meet with survivors and family members of victims...

CALL FOR ENTREPRENEURS: RETAIL SPACE to be awarded IN THE UPPER 9th WARD

noemail@ltc-la.org — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:00:00 GMT

The Idea Village is accepting applications for one year of free retail space and package of business support. Retail space is located at The Idea Village @ N. Galvez Business Innovation Center (IV @ N. Galvez) in the Upper 9th Ward. The winning entrepreneur will receive: · 1000 square feet of ground floor retail space · One year free rent · 2nd year of subsidized rent 50% of market rate · Professional support from The Idea Village · Access to services from The Idea Village Innovation Network Applications are due by March 5, 2008 at 12PM. Applicants who meet the established criteria and preferences will be interviewed on March 8, 11-12, 2008. IV @ N. Galvez aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship with retail and office space, a technology center, conference facilities, and technical support. The center is located at 3232 N. Galvez St. (and Piety St.) and is scheduled to open by early 3rd quarter of 2008. For...

Society for Applied Learning Technology Calls for Papers

noemail@ltc-la.org — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Abstracts for presentations from knowledgeable professionals in industry, government, military, public education and academia are solicited to provide presentations which would be part of a comprehensive conference program on the latest interactive technologies as they are being applied to training, education and job performance improvement, including ways to implement technology, descriptions of education and technical skills applications, e-Learning, enterprise management, and instructional systems design, together with Knowledge Management systems. To submit your abstract online go to: http://www.salt.org/index.htm?dc/washingtonP.asp?pn=submitabsinfo The submissions should be in the form of individual presentations, panel discussions, and preconference tutorials. Topics of interest include: Mobile Computing, Handhelds & PDAs · Using effective elearning and engaging distance learning for the enterprise · Pervasive computing devices and other ubiquitous computing...

LA Ethics 1 Endorses Governor Jindal's Governmental Ethics Reform Package

noemail@ltc-la.org — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Baton Rouge, La. (February 12, 2008) – LA Ethics 1, the statewide coalition of business and civic organizations pushing for governmental ethics reform in Louisiana, today endorsed Governor Bobby Jindal’s progressive package for sweeping governmental ethics reforms.

The results of the current legislative session could dramatically improve the negative brand image that has long been associated with Louisiana as well as make the state a national model for governmental ethics laws and enforcement. Enhancing the perception of our state across the country would improve our communities’ ability to attract new business investment and foster economic growth.

The coalition, which successfully passed three ethics reform bills in last year’s regular session, looks forward to working with the administration and the Legislature in refining and passing responsible and thorough legislation that raises the state to the top of national rankings. Coalition members also urge Louisiana citizens to get involved in the process by contacting their legislators in support of comprehensive governmental ethics reform.

About LA Ethics 1:
LA Ethics 1 is a statewide coalition of prominent Louisiana business and civic organizations that support a reform agenda designed to position our state as a national model for governmental ethics laws and enforcement. For additional information on this effort and the latest listing of organizations comprising LA Ethics 1, please visit www.LAethics1.com.