Meetings and Events Calendar

CALENDAR OF IASCK MEETINGS FOR 2008
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings begin at 6:30 pm in
the Patio room of the Wichita Public Library

January 29
Show and Tell

February 25
John Mahan, a retired Professional Engineer, with Master of Science from Michigan University.  He has taught Manufacturing Design at the General Motors Institute among other things.  He has a an inventive mind and has come up with many innovations including 3 dimensional impossible puzzles, cereal bowls that keep the cereal crispy, a dairy harvester vehicle and drafting aids among other ideas. 

March 31
Frank Choriego, Consultant at WSU SBDC, Topic "Taking your invention to Market". Frank has long experience in dealing with entrepreneurs and has excellent suggestions for aspiring inventors.

April 28
Patent Attorney Kenneth Jack with the Davis & Jack LLC will discuss patent law and advice on whether the inventor should apply for a patent.

May 19
Terry Bieberly, owner and operator of The Growth Coach of Greater Wichita, a coaching/mentoring business dedicated to helping Wichita small businesses maximize existing business opportunities and discovering new ones.  As part of a nationally recognized recognized, time tested company, Bieberly helps small business executives and managers become more focused, effective and productive.  With over twenty years of business experience and a master's degree in business, Bieberly uses coaching and accountability strategies to help clients earn more, work less, and enjoy balanced lives.

June 30
Ken Elliott, MBA Consultant, will explain the many services available at the Kansas State Business Development Center  (KSBDC) at WSU.  His vast experiences in areas of small business and entrepeneurship are very informative and valuable to the inventor needing assistance.

July 28
To be scheduled

August 25

Erik Pedersen, Operations Manager of NetWork Kansas, connecting at no cost, Kansas entrepreneurs with resources that address start-ups: expertise, education and economic resources. Erik is interested in offering us updates and new services being offered. His office is in the WSU campus.

September 29
To be scheduled

October 27
To be scheduled

November 24
To be scheduled

December 12
Annual dinner meeting with election of officers and budget for 2009
at Spears Restaurant, 4323 W. Maple, Wichita Kansas.