Jan 5

New Horizons . . . New Destinations . . . New Discoveries is the theme for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Aerospace Systems Conference (ASC) to take place at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Los Angeles, February 5-10, 2010. Nearly three years in the planning, the NSBE-ASC is ready to make history with this ground breaking technical conference that rivals AIAA and IEEE to recognize African-American impacts and contributions to the Aerospace and Aviation industries.

The theme of the conference refers to the great spirit of adventure that lies within the aerospace industry and the constant opportunity to fly higher, explore further, and create that which has never been before. Opportunities abound in areas of new aircraft, upgrades to existing aircraft, and space missions. This conference expects to draw over 500 of the best minds in aerospace including engineers, scientists, managers and professors to exchange technical ideas, showcase companies’ new developments, and share best practices.

NSBE-ASC will feature technical tours, youth educational outreach, technical workshops and training, a golf tournament, exhibitor trade show, and nightly entertainment including Aviation and Space Movies, Mardi Gras on the Moon, Hailing Frequencies, and more.

Panel discussions and technical paper presentations will explore innovative developments in Aerospace and Aviation. Some of the subjects to be discussed include:

  • Commercial Aviation
  • General Aviation
  • National Security/Military Aviation
  • Aerodynamics
  • Space Exploration
  • Space Tourism
  • Space Colonization
  • Systems Engineering
  • Ground Launch Facilities

The NSBE-ASC will honor individuals that have made outstanding contributions to the aerospace industry during the Celestial Torch Awards. This is NSBE’s first industry specific recognition event that will serve as a complement to NSBE’s highest awards program, the Golden Torch Awards.

NSBE 2010 Aerospace Systems Conference will be held February 5-10, 2010 at the LAX Sheraton Gateway Hotel, Los Angeles, California. For more information you can visit their website at http://www.nsbe-asc.org.

Aug 14

Are you interested in owning or learning more about franchises? The Los Angeles Convention Center will be hosting the West Coast Franchise Expo October 2-4, 2009. You can find the franchise concept that fits in with your skills, interests and budget. Meet with top franchisers and sample their products at various trade show booths. Attend informative seminars to gain insight into all aspects of franchising. Get the information you need to make the right decisions to put you into your own business.

This expo will feature hundreds of franchise concepts. Professionals from the legal, finance, and government communities will be on hand to answer your questions. More than 30 free seminars will be offered as well as 4 in-depth symposium. The Conference Program will offer something for everyone from basic how-to sessions to advanced, in-depth examinations of the different franchise relationships and how they affect potential franchisees and those looking to franchise an existing business. Specialty seminars will focus on franchising opportunities for veterans, minorities, and women.

The symposiums will focus on providing information specific to a particular segment of the industry. They will be presented by some of the most respected and experienced professionals in the fields of franchising. They will offer the most up-to-date practical, legal, strategic, and financial information and show how to avoid the pitfalls.

Some of the seminars offered will be:

· Opportunities in Franchising for Minorities and Women

· Franchising 101 for Veterans

· Getting Ready to Franchise Your Business

· Financing Your Franchise

· How to Buy a HOT Franchise and Not Get Burned!

· The Use of Technology in Franchising

· Ready, Set, Go! Steps to Awarding Your First Franchise

The West Coast Franchise Expo 2009 will be held October 2-4, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa Street – South Hall H&J, Los Angeles, CA 90015. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.wcfexpo.com.