The NWIRC welcomes you to join this lunch & learn event, ‘AI Ready Manufacturing: Get Your Data House in Order’. This isn’t just another tech talk—it’s a practical deep dive into how clean, purposeful data can drive better decisions and unlock real-world AI applications. This session is ideal for manufacturers who want to build a stronger data foundation and explore AI without the hype—just real strategies, real tools, and real stories.

Why Data Quality Matters More Than Ever: Before AI can deliver insights, your data needs to be trustworthy. This session will walk participants through 11 common data defects—issues that often go unnoticed but quietly undermine strategy, quality, and performance. You’ll learn how to align data types with strategic goals and how thoughtful collection and analysis can transform raw information into actionable intelligence.

AI in Action: Lessons from the Shop FloorA special guest in manufacturing to share their journey and best practices related to data and AI.

Data That Delivers: Strategy, Quality & Insight -Dive into the intersection of strategy and data quality, exploring how the right type of data—and the processes behind it—can elevate decision-making. Participants will examine 11 common defects found in both data and its collection process, then connect data types to strategic goals. The session will progress through quality assurance, thoughtful collection, synthesis, and analysis, highlighting how clean, purposeful data becomes apowerful tool for insight.

AI in Action: Pilots, Plans & Possibilities -Examples of initiatives across compliance, certifications, inspections planning, finance, tooling, and more. With projects ranging from early ideation to full-on piloting - this is an opportunity for information sharing so the group can learn from each other.

There will be a round table discussion giving the manufacturer's the opportunity to discuss what their current AI plan is and what they are doing to get their data prepared. There will also be discussion regarding assistance for technology education and implementation, including grant funding opportunities.

The 'lunch with a purpose' will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 11a - 1:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration is required by visiting www.nwirc.org/events . There is no cost to register; lunch will be provided.

During this series of three one-hour sessions, participants will learn about planning, evaluation, and budgeting for grant proposals, as well as the ins and outs of the grant review process. Designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofits interested in learning more about writing grants, session topics are:

March 4: Creating & Using Logic Models - Session one of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will provide an overview of logic models and how to create and use a logic model in project planning.

March 11: Evaluation & Budget Planning - Session two of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will focus on developing meaningful evaluation strategies and tools and preparing realistic and thoughtful budgets - key pieces to any grant application.

March 18: Understanding the Grant Review Process - In this final session of the Advanced Grant Writing Workshop, participants will learn about grant review processes, include peer review and assessment rubrics.

Preregister for one, two, or all three sessions of this FREE three-part series! All sessions will be held from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by PA CareerLink, gain practical tips for crafting Applicant Tracking System (ATS)-friendly resumes and applications that make it through today's digital hiring process.

The workshop will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p. The workshop is free to attend, but registration is required by calling the Hi-Ed at 814-664-9405 or visiting the Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org.

During this series of three one-hour sessions, participants will learn about planning, evaluation, and budgeting for grant proposals, as well as the ins and outs of the grant review process. Designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofits interested in learning more about writing grants, session topics are:

March 4: Creating & Using Logic Models - Session one of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will provide an overview of logic models and how to create and use a logic model in project planning.

March 11: Evaluation & Budget Planning - Session two of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will focus on developing meaningful evaluation strategies and tools and preparing realistic and thoughtful budgets - key pieces to any grant application.

March 18: Understanding the Grant Review Process - In this final session of the Advanced Grant Writing Workshop, participants will learn about grant review processes, include peer review and assessment rubrics.

Preregister for one, two, or all three sessions of this FREE three-part series! All sessions will be held from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Join us for "Numbers in Action: From Trends to Tactics," a dynamic presentation by Zachary Williams, CPA, CMA, CFE, Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting. This engaging session is designed for business leaders, managers, and professionals eager to enhance their financial analysis skills and drive smarter decisions with Excel. Attendees will learn how to recognize financial trends, clarify lending requirements, evaluate major investments, and leverage Excel’s advanced features—including pivot tables, trend analysis, and capital budgeting tools. Discover how to identify risks and opportunities, protect your business with loan covenant insights, and sharpen your data-driven decision-making. Whether aiming to benchmark against industry standards or unlock the full potential of your financial data, this event offers actionable takeaways for anyone invested in building resilient, profitable organizations.

This presentation will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to attend is $25 to attend. To register for the presentation, please visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/UGGP4UeC8J 

The deadline to register is March 9th, 2026. 

During this series of three one-hour sessions, participants will learn about planning, evaluation, and budgeting for grant proposals, as well as the ins and outs of the grant review process. Designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofits interested in learning more about writing grants, session topics are:

March 4: Creating & Using Logic Models - Session one of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will provide an overview of logic models and how to create and use a logic model in project planning.

March 11: Evaluation & Budget Planning - Session two of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will focus on developing meaningful evaluation strategies and tools and preparing realistic and thoughtful budgets - key pieces to any grant application.

March 18: Understanding the Grant Review Process - In this final session of the Advanced Grant Writing Workshop, participants will learn about grant review processes, include peer review and assessment rubrics.

Preregister for one, two, or all three sessions of this FREE three-part series! All sessions will be held from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, Executive Director Tish Barlett offers an informative and insightful training session. This session is designed to highlight the immense value of integrating individuals with Autism into professional teams. Participants will gain an understanding of key autism spectrum traits, learning how to recognize and appreciate diverse talents and perspectives. This training offers practical guidance on creating an inclusive environment that celebrates neurodiversity, fostering innovation, and enhancing teamwork by unlocking the often-overlooked potential within employees on the spectrum. Join us to discover how embracing neurodiversity can transform your workplace culture and drive meaningful success.

The free training will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2025, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405. 

Certified instructor Melissa Turben will lead an upcoming training for CPR & First Aid certification through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute.  Topics to be covered will include causes of heart attacks and strokes with necessary First Aid, diabetic emergencies, seizures, and heat/cold emergencies. AED and community Hands-Only CPR training will be provided, with mouth-to-mouth CPR to be discussed. Training and certifications meet job-related requirements as defined by regulatory authorities such as OSHA, The Joint Commission, and state offices of EMS, Education, Transportation, and Health. CPR & First Aid Certification Training will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 4p-8p at the Corry High School Career & Technology Center.  The cost is $50. A CPR/First Aid pocket field guide will be included in the cost of the class.  Participants must be at least age 15 and be accompanied by an adult if under 18. Seating is limited. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.