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		<title>Industry &amp; Tribal Conference</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:34:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Please join us for the initial conference.  The purpose is to explore the opportunities for economic partnerships.  We will be discussing issues of  sovereignty, capabilities, capacity, set asides, Indian preference, Buy Indian Act. In short, we will be discussing ways to leverage unique partnerships to create a winning combination. Join us to explore new markets, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please join us for the initial conference.  The purpose is to explore the opportunities for economic partnerships.  We will be discussing issues of  sovereignty, capabilities, capacity, set asides, Indian preference, Buy Indian Act.</p>
<p>In short, we will be discussing ways to leverage unique partnerships to create a winning combination.</p>
<p>Join us to explore new markets, new industries, new partners.</p>
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<h3>April 23rd 6:30pm</h3>
<p style="text-align: left;">Evening Reception</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Eagle Landing Hotel</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">12840 188th Ave SW</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Rochester, Washington</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"> </h3>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">Conference Location:</h3>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">April 24Th</h3>
<p style="text-align: left;">Satsop Business Park</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Technology Way, Elma, WA 98541</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">8:00am Continental Breakfast</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">9:00am Conference Begins</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"> </h3>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">Where to stay?</h3>
<p style="text-align: left;">Eagle Landing Hotel</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Reservations:</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">360-273-8640</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Sponsorships Available</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Contact</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">206-816-6596</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="mailto:information@nativeptac.org">information@nativeptac.org</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2775468501?ref=ebtn" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.eventbrite.com/registerbutton?eid=2775468501" border="0" alt="Register for Industry and Tribal Partnering Conference in Elma, WA  on Eventbrite" /></a></p>
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		<title>Sound Safety Products</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:18:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[  If it were not for Native PTAC we would not have had the notice to go after such bids.  Thank you for all of the efforts that you and your team have done for us. Best Regards, Eric Olmstead Sound Safety Products P:425-259-0026 or 800-557-2338 C:425-922-0534-Fax: 425-259-3019 www.soundsafetyproducts.com]]></description>
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<p>If it were not for Native PTAC we would not have had the notice to go after such bids.</p>
<p> Thank you for all of the efforts that you and your team have done for us.</p>
<p>Best Regards,</p>
<p>Eric Olmstead</p>
<p>Sound Safety Products</p>
<p>P:425-259-0026 or 800-557-2338</p>
<p>C:425-922-0534-Fax: 425-259-3019</p>
<p><a class="alignleft" title="sound" href="http://www.soundsafetyproducts.com" target="_blank">www.soundsafetyproducts.com</a></p>
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		<title>Ronald J Carlson</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:30:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I really want to Thank Merle, Abby, and the staff for all of your efforts and trying to help all of us be successes in the world of business.  You guys work tireless and many hours and probably wonder if you make a difference well, I am here to tell Yeah you guys do! And [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I really want to Thank Merle, Abby, and the staff for all of your efforts and trying to help all of us be successes in the world of business.  You guys work tireless and many hours and probably wonder if you make a difference well, I am here to tell Yeah you guys do! And many thanks!</p>
<p> Sincerely,</p>
<p>Ronald J Carlson, Eaglehawk Enterprise</p>
<p><a href="http://www.eaglehawkent.com/"> www.eagleahawkent.com</a></p>
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		<title>Alex Jansen, GM Sky Enterprise NW Inc.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 15:57:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[            As a Native American owned business, it has been both a privilege and an honor to work with the Native American PTAC group. They have not only provided us with timely procurement opportunities, but also offered sound advice in following with the appropriate people involved in the various procurement agencies. I would highly recommend [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>            As a Native American owned business, it has been both a privilege and an honor to work with the Native American PTAC group. They have not only provided us with timely procurement opportunities, but also offered sound advice in following with the appropriate people involved in the various procurement agencies. I would highly recommend using their service for any area of assistance for your business in obtaining local and/or national government projects.”</p>
<p>Alex Jansen</p>
<p>General Manager</p>
<p>Sky Enterprise NW Inc.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.solomonsgoldcoffee.organogold.com/">www.solomonsgoldcoffee.organogold.com</a></p>
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		<title>Vulcan Products, Inc.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2011 20:16:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vulcan Products, Inc. is a Native owned company providing precision machined parts and special tooling fabrications for the aerospace, medical, energy and defense industry.   Founded in 1983, they manufacture custom designs of medium to large parts from various materials and alloys.  Capabilities include Plate work manufacturing, CNC machining centers, AWS welding, special processing certifications, engineering, state-of-the-art [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: left;"> Founded in 1983, they manufacture custom designs of medium to large parts from various materials and alloys.  Capabilities include Plate work manufacturing, CNC machining centers, AWS welding, special processing certifications, engineering, state-of-the-art inspection equipment and CWI capability.  Dedicated to supporting customer requirements, their major customers include The Boeing Company and the US Army Corps of Engineers.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> In 2009, with the Marketing and Technical assistance from the Native PTAC center, Vulcan Products, Inc. was awarded a multi-year IDIQ contract to support the Hydroelectric Gate Rehabilitation along the Columbia &amp; Snake Rivers.  In addition to the seminars and outreach events, Vulcan Products, Inc. utilized the Native PTAC’s one-to-one counseling services.</p>
<p>Mike Russell, Jr., Sales Manager</p>
<p>Vulcan Products Company, Inc.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.vulcanproducts.com/home/index.html">www.VulcanProducts.com</a></p>
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		<title>Jeff Brownfield,  Paladin General Contracting, Inc and 24/7 Security LLC.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;The folks of Native PTAC have been there helping me since the inception of both my companies. the knowledge and insights I&#8217;ve gained through working with their staff has led directly to securing government contracts.&#8221;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;The folks of Native PTAC have been there helping me since the inception of both my companies. the knowledge and insights I&#8217;ve gained through working with their staff has led directly to securing government contracts.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Greg Moshier</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:58:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;We at the Swinomish Fish Company are truly thankful for you assistance with federal programs. Your understanding of these programs saved us a tremendous amount of time and headaches. Thank you.&#8221;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;We at the Swinomish Fish Company are truly thankful for you assistance with federal programs. Your understanding of these programs saved us a tremendous amount of time and headaches. Thank you.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Chris Winters, IUPAT</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:57:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;Thank you for your tireless efforts and constant dedication to our people&#8221;.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;Thank you for your tireless efforts and constant dedication to our people&#8221;.</p>
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		<title>Counseling</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:59:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The PTAC staff provides counseling service on a variety of topics relating to federal contracting. These include registrations, certifications, solicitation interpretation, bid submission and post award services. The counseling sessions may be group or one-on-one. They may occur at the PTAC office, client office, customer office or elsewhere.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The PTAC staff provides counseling service on a variety of topics relating to federal contracting. These include registrations, certifications, solicitation interpretation, bid submission and post award services. The counseling sessions may be group or one-on-one. They may occur at the PTAC office, client office, customer office or elsewhere.</p>
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		<title>Seminars</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:50:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Seminars are scheduled on a regular basis throughout the service area. Each session contains information on federal contracting in addition to specific topics. We host a series of one day conferences at multiple locations that include presentations by government agencies and large businesses. In addition, we host an annual conference which has breakout sessions dealing [...]]]></description>
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