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6	7	8 * Creative Capital Creative Capital Time: 6:00 pm In some ways, capital for your business has never been trickier to come by; yet manufacturers have special opportunities – opportunities that service-based businesses and non-manufacturers do not have- to creatively leverage their assets to unlock capital, even as a start-up or early stage company. Come join SFMade’s Kate Sofis and a panel of experts in an exploration of the conventional and less conventional ways to fund the start-up and early stage growth of an artisanal manufacturer. Learn about how other successful manufacturers have used a combination of asset-based lending (including receivables, purchase order, inventory, equipment, and real estate); socially-responsible private equity; crowd-sourcing; and innovative retail partnerships. Featuring: Jeff Gustafson – Co-Founder and former CFO of Vetrazzo, successful manufacturer of recycled glass countertops. Jeff successfully raised $7 million of equity through a network of high-net-worth, mission-based, individual investors, along with $2.5 million in state grant funding for new market development and $500k in economic development loans. Sam Gordon of Oona, a Bay Area design/manufacturer of an innovative smartphone stand, who successfully launched with more than $130K raised on Kickstarter; Jack Lieberman of Business Capital– An asset-based lending expert specializing in debt and growth capital financing for industrial companies, including financing on accounts receivable, inventory, machinery & equipment, rolling stock and real estate as well as equipment and vendor financing programs. And a special guest from a major product retailer, to speak about their strategy to invest in promising early-stage artisanal manufacturers. When: February 8 from 6pm-8:30pm Where: Hanson Bridgett. 425 Market Street, 26th Floor. What: Networking and refreshments and panel discussion. Cost: $35 Sign Up: http://wwwsfmade.ticketleap.com/creative-capital/	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 * Intro to Lean ManufacturingIntro to Lean Manufacturing Time: 6:00 pm SFMade, in partnership with Manex, presents; Introduction to Lean Manufacturing Having a company that runs like a well oiled Lean machine has never been more important, especially for manufacturers! Whether you are running your own in-house operations or working with subcontractors, this workshop is for you. Come learn: • About Lean principles and how they can transform your company • How to manage work-in process and inventory • How to eliminate waste • To simplify processes and continuously improve all operational aspects of your company • How best-in-class manufacturers are leveraging Lean principles Presenter: Bill Browne, Senior Manager, Manex Bill Browne has over 32 years of extensive manufacturing experience and expertise in general management, manufacturing operations, quality systems, engineering, product development and continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing . Prior to joining Manex, Mr. Browne held executive management positions with organizations including, Morgan Crucible, Consolidated Container Company Mattel, Inc., and General Motors. Mr. Browne holds an MBA with high honors from the University of Detroit, and a BS in Engineering Arts (a combination of Engineering and General Business) from Michigan State University. * Intro to Lean ManufacturingIntro to Lean Manufacturing Time: 6:00 pm Having a company that runs like a well oiled Lean machine has never been more important, especially for manufacturers! Whether you are running your own in-house operations or working with subcontractors, this workshop is for you. Come learn: • About Lean principles and how they can transform your company • How to manage work-in process and inventory • How to eliminate waste • To simplify processes and continuously improve all operational aspects of your company • How best-in-class manufacturers are leveraging Lean principles Presenter: Bill Browne, Senior Manager, Manex Bill Browne has over 32 years of extensive manufacturing experience and expertise in general management, manufacturing operations, quality systems, engineering, product development and continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing . Prior to joining Manex, Mr. Browne held executive management positions with organizations including, Morgan Crucible, Consolidated Container Company Mattel, Inc., and General Motors. Mr. Browne holds an MBA with high honors from the University of Detroit, and a BS in Engineering Arts (a combination of Engineering and General Business) from Michigan State University. Cost:$25	17	18	19
20	21 * How to Manufacture LocallyHow to Manufacture Locally Time: 6:00 pm How to Manufacture Locally If you are planning to produce clothing, accessories, food or building/furniture products, this session is for you! In an interactive and supportive environment, you’ll learn how to set-up and manage your own manufacturing operation or use contract manufacturers. We will cover key considerations including: • Assessing your needs and what makes the most sense for your particular business • Information and referrals to local factories and manufacturing resources • Acquiring facilities and where to look • Zoning and Permitting Issues • Obtaining financing • Addressing legal issues and documentation requirements • Overcoming specific roadblocks and challenges • Making valuable connections with your local manufacturing community Presenters: Kate Sofis, Executive Director, SFMade, and Janet Lees, Director of Programs and Communications, SFMade Please note: We are not able to provide refunds. If you are unable to attend the event, please let us know at least 24 hrs prior to the event and we will provide you with a credit.	22	23	24	25	26
27	28 * SFMade OrientationSFMade Orientation Time: 6:00 pm An overview of SFMade programs and services and how we help manufacturing companies to succeed.	29
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