December 2021 A Passion For Supporting A Thriving Manufacturing Community In Every Corner Of The State  Our experienced staff is committed to helping build a thriving manufacturing industry across the entire state of Washington by providing a wide array of consulting and training solutions in the workforce and leadership development, growth, supply chain, cybersecurity, skills development, technology acceleration, operational excellence, food processing, research services and more.  We focus on creating value and strengthening manufacturers’ competitiveness by boosting growth, productivity, reducing costs, and increasing capacity through customized, hands-on solutions and implementation. Our programs and training focus on the following areas - reach out to discuss how we can help support your 2002 business goals and objectives: _________________________________ Cybersecurity is an Achievable, Valuable and Necessary Business Objective We are pleased to announce the continuation of our monthly Cybersecurity Forums.  In partnership with the Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition (PNDC) these virtual forums are designed to share advice and best practices among Pacific Northwest manufacturers, support agencies, and cybersecurity service providers. We encourage company managers/leaders, board members, and IT leaders to join these informative conversations. You can view past Forums here:  July| Ransomware, Security and You | View Recording August | Creating a Culture of Compliance | View Recording September | 10 Best Security Practices for Any Company | View Recording October | Cybersecurity Insurance What You Need to Know | View Recording November | CMMC 2.0 What You Need To Know | View Recording Our 2022 Forums will kick-off as part of the Leverage Defense Markets two-day Conference January 12th and 13th.  Register Here _________________________________   Food Training And FSMA Courses Courses offered by Impact Washington Washington and led by Craig H. Doan (Cert # e9c745a4)  Impact Washington's, Chief Food Scientist. Craig is a lead instructor trained with the FSPCA and holds the FSPCA “Certificate of Training.”  FSPCA – Preventive Controls for Human Food Controls (PCQI) February 22nd and 23rd  Seattle, Washington Learn More and Register Here   FSPCA – Preventive Controls for Animal Controls (PCQI) March 30th and 31st|  Kennewick, Washington Learn More and Register Here _________________________________ PNAA has announced its 21st Annual Aerospace Conference. PNAA Advance/2022 will be in Lynnwood, Washington In-Person February 7th - 10th.  Impact Washington will once again be co-presenting the informative SME Track Hundreds of decision-makers and strategists from the world's most influential aerospace companies attend PNAA's Annual Conference.  Join us for the annual multi-day conference featuring keynote speakers, exhibit displays, B2B meetings with leading aerospace companies, evening receptions, and two hours each day for you to build new business relationships. Learn More and Register Here  _________________________________ Join the Impact Washington team on February 2nd and 3rd at the Oregon Convention Center.  We encourage you to introduce yourself to Craig Doan, our Chief Food Scientist; he's a valuable member of our team and a great resource to the food and beverage manufacturers in the Pacific Northwest.  About the Expo: Celebrating its 50th year, the Food Northwest Process and Packaging Expo is the largest regional food manufacturing trade show in the United States. This convention brings industry professionals together for two full days of education, equipment and service solutions, and networking opportunities. The exhibit hall showcases cutting-edge technologies and innovations, production line equipment, packaging, hygiene, and much more. See you there! Learn More and Register Here _________________________________