NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 21, 2013) — Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) is hosting its first Next Big Thing Breakfast Series event May 30 at the State University of New York at New Paltz. The event will focus on educating the community and the media on additive manufacturing and include major announcements that will positively impact the regional economy.
Additive manufacturing – better known as 3D printing – is a multi-billion dollar business. From producing lightweight aircraft parts to customized toys to custom prosthetics, 3D printing is on the verge of becoming a game-changer in the world of manufacturing.
The event is sold out, but the media are still invited to experience 3D printing firsthand and learn about the ways it can change the way business in the Hudson Valley is conducted. HVEDC is also accepting standby public reservations. Call Gina Domenico at 845-220-2244 or email gdomenico@hvedc.com for a standby reservation.
The event is 8-10 a.m., May 30, at the SUNY New Paltz Student Union. Speakers will include Sharon Smith, vice president of marketing for Stratasys Ltd., which is the leading manufacturer of 3D printers and production systems for prototyping and manufacturing. After the breakfast there will be live demonstrations of 3D printing by Stratasys and industry networking. Plus, there are major announcements from Sean Eldridge and SUNY New Paltz President Donald P. Christian.
“Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation wanted to develop a unique event that would bring new insights and economic opportunities to entrepreneurs and businesspeople in the Hudson Valley,” said HVEDC President and CEO Laurence P. Gottlieb. “By launching with a focus on 3D printing, we are shining a spotlight on a technology that will take the region by storm.”
“3-D printing presents an incredible opportunity to bring new, high-paying jobs to the Hudson Valley,” said Eldridge. “I am excited to be part of the major announcements that will help to grow our economy and ensure the region remains a hub for innovation and manufacturing.”
“Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation is providing an exciting series of events on innovation and thought leadership for business and community leaders,” Steven V. Lant, chairman of HVEDC and chairman and CEO of Central Hudson Gas & Electric. “The 3D printing event is a great way to start off this series and it is drawing an enormous amount of interest.”
“SUNY New Paltz is certainly looking forward to hosting HVEDC’s Next Big Thing: 3D Printing event,” said Donald P. Christian, president of SUNY New Paltz. “This presentation will continue to enhance the region’s already high level of intellectual capital, which is synonymous with the Hudson Valley.”
About Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC)
HVEDC is the leading economic development agency for the seven-county region of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties. The public-private partnership markets the region as a prime business location to corporate executives, site selection consultants and real estate brokers. HVEDC also helped start the branding and promotional effort for NY BioHud Valley. For more information or to review available business sites, visit www.hvedc.com or call CEO Laurence P. Gottlieb at 845-220-2244.
