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                     The IEEE Central Texas Consultants
                        Network is an affinity group of the Institute of
                        Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.
                        (IEEE) Region 5 Central Texas
                        Section. 
                    Objective
                    The Consultants Network promotes the development
                      of members' careers through professional and
                      social networking, including publicizing members'
                      skills and sharing potential professional
                      opportunities, and supports the IEEE Central Texas
                      Section. 
                    Meetings - General Information
                    The Consultants Network meets monthly. Except
                      when meeting jointly with other groups, the
                      Consultants Network meets on the fourth Wednesday
                      of each month. Meetings usually begin with
                      informal networking from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m.,
                      followed by presentations from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
                      by experts in technology, marketing, sales,
                      advertising, financial or legal needs of small
                      businesses and special needs of consultants  
                    October
                          19, 2023   
                      
                     
                     
                    Election
                        of Officers for 2024 
                     
                    
                        
                        It is
                                time to nominate candidates for
                                Consultants Network (CTCN) and Life
                                Member leadership positions. The slate
                                will be presented in this meeting, but
                                it is not too late to nominate yourself
                                or someone you know for one of these
                                positions. Please give it some thought.
                                Send nominee information to either Luis
                                Basto (CTCN), lbasto@ieee.org,
                                or Bill Martino, Life Members, bill.martino@ieee.org. 
                     
                     
                    Biotech and the Convergence of
                            Conventional and Emerging Technology
                            
                          
                     
                     
                    --->  Please note this week's meeting is
                                the 3rd Thursday of the month.  
                                  It will be
                          a virtual meeting.  
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                          | Topic: | 
                          Biotech
                                and the Convergence of Conventional and
                                Emerging Technology 
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                              Have you ever wondered
                                  how genetic engineering and artificial
                                  intelligence combine to advance
                                  personalized medicine? Curious about
                                  the disruptive potential of
                                  nanotechnology in drug delivery? And
                                  let's not forget the groundbreaking
                                  field of bioprinting, where we'll
                                  explore how the idea of 3D printing
                                  was used to revolutionize tissue
                                  engineering and regenerative medicine.
                                 
                               
                              This will be an
                                  interactive session where you'll not
                                  only learn about the exciting
                                  advancements in biotech but also can
                                  have the opportunity to actively
                                  participate through questions and
                                  discussions.  
                               
                              Led by a knowledgeable
                                  biomedical engineer/entrepreneur, this
                                  session will explore the powerful
                                  synergy that arises when conventional
                                  and emerging technologies converge in
                                  biotech. We'll dive into real-life
                                  case studies demonstrating this
                                  convergence's transformative impact.  
                               
                              We'll encourage an open
                                  dialogue throughout the talk,
                                  welcoming your questions and fostering
                                  engaging discussions. Please share
                                  your thoughts, ideas, and concerns, as
                                  we believe that active participation
                                  leads to a deeper understanding and a
                                  more enriching learning experience.  
                               
                              Prepare to be
                                  captivated by the limitless
                                  possibilities that emerge at the
                                  convergence of conventional medical
                                  approaches and other technology.
                                  Envision a future where traditional
                                  and emerging technologies seamlessly
                                  collaborate, pushing the boundaries of
                                  what's achievable in medicine,
                                  personal health, and beyond.  
                               
                              So, prepare to
                                  participate and bring your questions
                                  to the table as we embark on this
                                  exciting journey together. Join us as
                                  we unravel the captivating world of
                                  biotech, where the convergence of
                                  conventional and emerging technology
                                  shapes the future of innovation.  
                             
                              
                            
                              
                             
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                          | Speaker | 
                          
                             Scott Collins, 
                                
                               
                            CEO,
                                  Chairman of BioAustinCTX
                            
                            
                              
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                          | Speaker's bio | 
                          
                            
                              
                                
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                                          Dr. Scott Colllins 
                                    
                                      
                                      is an
                                          accomplished and
                                          forward-looking CEO, renowned
                                          for his diverse expertise and
                                          exceptional achievements. With
                                          a Ph.D. in Biomedical
                                          Engineering and a successful
                                          company sale, he possesses a
                                          unique blend of technical and
                                          business acumen.  
                                       
                                      As a visionary
                                          leader, Dr. Collins enjoys
                                          working with companies,
                                          innovators, and organizations
                                          to identify the path of least
                                          resistance toward commercial
                                          success. His
                                          multi-disciplinary approach,
                                          coupled with a virtual MBA,
                                          allows him to offer insightful
                                          solutions for raising funds
                                          and accelerating growth.
                                       
                                       
                                     
                                     
                                     
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                          | Date & Time: | 
                          Thursday, 
                              October 19, 2023 : 6:00 - 7:30pm 
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                    If you are interested in professional career
                      development and cross-training in varied technical
                      fields, please consider joining the Central Texas
                      Consultants Network. And bring a colleague! 
                    Presentation materials, if available, may be
                      obtained after the meeting through the Past Meetings page.
                     
                     
                     
                      
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                        Career
                              Happiness: 7 Steps To Get It - And Keep
                              It! (Part 1) 
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                        When: Wednesday, 1 November 2023 - 2 PM ET 
                          Details / Registration: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/377025 
                           
                          YOU are in charge of YOUR career. No one else.
                          But likely no one taught you how to take the
                          right actions to get what you want. And if you
                          are like most, you aren't even sure what you
                          want. Eek! Our Presenter Julie Bauke will take
                          us through her Career Catalyst process to
                          clarity that leads to powerful action.  
                           
                          Join us for first part of this two-part
                          webinar series that will put you on the path
                          to your Career Happiness! This program is for
                          all members- regardless of the stage you are
                          in your career. 
                           
                           
                          Part 1:  
                        
                          - Getting to Self-Awareness: Who you are,
                            professionally?
 
                          - Building your reputation: How others see
                            you – and why that matters!
 
                          - Aligning yourself with what your
                            organization needs.
 
                         
                         
                         
                       
                      
                           
                     
                    
                      
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