NCMBC - Calendar of Events

EX-IM Bank Exporter Forum

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:33:14 +0100

Date: Feb 24, 2012
Description: EX-IM Bank Exporter Forum When. Friday, February 24, 2012 from 9:30 am - Noon. Where. Gateway University Research Park 2901 E. Lee Street Greensboro, NC 27401 Learn How to Increase Your Company's Foreign Sales by: - Obtaining protection against the risk of nonpayment - Extending credit to your buyers - Accessing vital working capital - Finding new markets and customers - Understanding how other companies have used government resources to export Preliminary Agenda 9:00 AM Registration 9:30 AM Welcome Remarks The Honorable Kay R. Hagan U.S. Senator of North Carolina Program Overview � "Global Access for Small Business" The Honorable Fred P. Hochberg, Chairman and President Export-Import Bank of the U. S. (Ex-Im Bank) 10:30 AM Panel Discussion � "Other Companies are Exporting, Why Aren't You?" This panel discussion will describe how local companies use Ex-Im Bank and other government agencies to support the growth of their international business. 11:15 AM Panel Discussion with Agency Officials � "Resources to Grow Your Exports" A moderator-led discussion with federal agency officials who explain how their products and services can help business owners in expanding their export opportunities. 12:00 PM Networking Session Attendees are given the opportunity to meet one-on-one with agency officials and local export

EXPORT UNIVERSITY Export 101 � Introduction to Exporting

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:44:24 +0100

Date: Feb 23, 2012
Description: EXPORT UNIVERSITY Export 101 � Introduction to Exporting Learn the ropes of exporting; understand export documentation and the logistics procedures; know how to get paid and protect your intellectual property when selling overseas! Thursday, February 23rd, 2012 8:00 a.m. Registration and Refreshments 8:30 a.m. � 4:00 p.m. Export University Location: Room 102 - Bosh & Siemens AMC, Craven Community College 800 College Court, New Bern, NC 28562 Parking available � A parking pass and directions will be sent to you upon registration and payment Cost: $70 - Lunch included as well as the course materials - increases to $85 after Feb. 15th -Register Now! To register and pay, please visit: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q5C . If you have questions please contact Sandra Edwards at the US Export Assistance Center (at 919-281-2751 or Sandra.Edwards@trade.gov). Export University is a series of courses on exporting designed to help U.S. companies begin an export initiative, and to gain increasing skills and innovation in their international sales. This course is designed for new-to-export firms that would like expert advice on the export basics. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion following the course, and all attendees will also receive a copy of The Basic Guide to Exporting book. Agenda items include: - Organizing for Export & Export Procedures - Export Documentation and Logistics - Incoterms 2010 - Planning Your Logistics Strategy and Online Technology Tools - Managing Payment Risk & Financing the Sale - Legal Considerations in Exporting - Building an Overseas Infrastructure and Growing Your International Business WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This seminar is ideal for marketing and sales management and staff, import/export operations personnel, purchasing, logistics, and anyone with a responsibility for import/export functions. ABOUT THE PRESENTERS: The Export University presenters are international trade practitioners that are members of the North Carolina District Export Council, a group of private-sector individuals appointed by the Secretary of Commerce to provide mentoring on exporting. They will present the course material drawing from their extensive expertise in international trade.

Walbridge Subcontracting Event for P-1253 and P-705/P710

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:39:21 +0100

Date: Feb 17, 2012
Description: Walbridge Subcontracting Event for P-1253 and P-705/P710 February 17, 2012 9:00 -11:00 am Coastal Carolina Community College Melton Skills Building Rm 104 444 Western Blvd Jacksonville, NC 28546 Seeking Local and Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Women-Owned SB, HUBZone SB, Veteran-Owned SB, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned SB Firms For more information, visit:
Link 1: www.ncmbc.us/Walbridge.php

Professional Mobile Crane Operator Course

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:37:03 +0100

Date: Mar 27-30, 2012
Description: Professional Mobile Crane Operator Course March 27-30, 2012 ABC Gaylor Training Center $850 ABC Members - $1275 Non Members Contact. Sondra Bryan at sbryan@abccarolinas.org.

Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:32:55 +0100

Date: Feb 21, 2012
Description: Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification When. February 21, 2012 from 8:00 am - 10:00 am Where. Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center (CMGC) in Room 280 (second floor) 600 East Fourth Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 Parking available in the CMGC parking deck on the corner of Fourth Street and Davidson. Bring your parking ticket for validation. Are you interested in becoming a City of Charlotte certified SBE? Do you have questions about the SBE application or supporting documents? Would you like to learn how to accurately complete the SBE application from City staff? If you answered yes to any of the these questions, then this workshop is for you! Come and meet the Small Business Opportunity (SB0) Program staff that review and grant City SBE certification. This is a hands-on workshop that will give instructions on completing the SBE application and supporting documents, and provide answers to your certification relation questions. This work-shop is appropriate for small business owners that are seeking City SBE certification. REGISTER: smallbiz.charmeck.org For more information, contact Jerrianne Jackson at jbjackson@charlottenc.gov or 704-432-1311

Small Business Jump Start Day

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:13:40 +0100

Date: Apr 26, 2012
Description: Small Business Jump Start Day When. April 26, 2012 from 4:00 - 6:30 pm This B2B event is for vendors who have a product or service that can assist current and potential small business owners.Space is limited and the Small Business Center reserves the right to select appropiate vendors for the event. Location: Large Conference Room, Haynes Building, A-B Tech Enka Site Thursday, April 26, 2012 Vendor Registration Form and Registration Deadline: February 27, 2012 $25.00 Registration Fee (Fee Waived for Nonprofit Service Providers) Make Check Payable: A-B Tech Send To: Jill Sparks, Director, A-B Tech Small Business Center 1465 Sand Hill Road, Suite 1060 Candler, NC 28715
Link 1: www1.abtech.edu/form/business-development/small-business-center/small-business-jump-start-vendor-registration-form

Cherry Point Small Business Outreach Event

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:24:45 +0100

Date: Mar 29, 2012
Description: Cherry Point Small Business Outreach Event When. March 29, 2012 from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Where. Carteret Community College Joslyn Hall 3505 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC 28557 For more information visit:
Link 1: www.ncmbc.us/032012_CampLejeune_CherryPointSmallBusinessOutreach.php

Camp Lejeune Small Business Outreach Event

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:25:02 +0100

Date: Mar 27, 2012
Description: Camp Lejeune Small Business Outreach Event When. March 27, 2012 from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Where. Coastal Carolina Community College Bodenhamer Auditorium 444 Western Blvd Jacksonville, NC 28546 For more information visit:
Link 1: www.ncmbc.us/032012_CampLejeune_CherryPointSmallBusinessOutreach.php

Cost Estimating & Proposal Development

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:08:53 +0100

Date: Mar 15, 2012
Description: Cost Estimating & Proposal Development When. March 15, 2012 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm Where. Fayetteville Technical Community College, Center for Business and Industry Building, Fayetteville , NC 28305 Contact. Toni Dixon at 910-484-4242 or tdixon@fayettevillencchamber.org

First Aid/CPR Course

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:06:46 +0100

Date: Feb 20, 2012
Description: First Aid/CPR Course When. February 20, 2012, from 1:00 - 5:00 pm David Allen Company 150 Rush Street Raleigh, North Carolina Contact: Sondra Bryan at sbryan@abccarolinas.org for more information.

Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce Business Development Workshop

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:18:19 +0100

Date: Feb 9, 2012
Description: Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce Business Development Workshop When. February 9, 2012 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm Where. Fayetteville Technical Community College, Center for Business and Industry Building, Fayetteville , NC 28305 Contact. Toni Dixon at 910-484-4242 or tdixon@fayettevillencchamber.org

Cary Oil Business Development Forum

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:57:26 +0100

Date: Mar 23, 2012
Description: Cary Oil Business Development Forum When. March 23, 2012 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Cary Oil 110 MacKeanan Rd. Cary, NC 27511 Contact. Jane Ashley at 919-462-6769 or jashley@caryoil.com

NC VetBiz Annual Conference

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:39:41 +0100

Date: Jan 31, 2012
Description: NC VetBiz Annual Conference When. January 31, 2012 from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Where. SAS Campus Bldg. V Cary, NC 27513 Contact. Annette Stevenson at SupplierDiversity@sas.com or 919-531-7388

USO of NC 4th Annual Run for the Troops 5K

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:41:45 +0100

Date: Mar 31, 2012
Description: USO of NC 4th Annual Run for the Troops 5K When. Saturday, March 31, 2012 @ 9:00 AM Where. Fayetteville Technical Community College, 2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC Brief Description USO of NC Fort Bragg Center's 4th Annual Run for the Troops 5K benefits servicemembers and families at Fort Bragg and Pope AAF. Additional Information Refreshments, entertainment, prizes! Come out and SUPPORT our TROOPS and FAMILIES! Runner packets available on race day beginning at 7:30 a.m. Team registration is now available! The USO of NC is a 501c(3). Our operating funds come from generous donations, corporate sponsorships, grants and fundraisers. We do not receive funding from the national USO, Department of Defense or federal government. Thank you for supporting our servicemembers with your Run for the Troops registration! Fees. $25 advance; $35 event day; $15 children 16 and younger participating as runners! Young children and those in strollers -- FREE For more information visit: http://www.active.com/running/fayetteville-nc/uso-of-nc-4th-annual-run-for-the-troops-5k-2012

2012 CFDD Seminar

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:30:50 +0100

Date: Mar 23, 2012
Description: 2012 CFDD Seminar When. March 23, 2012, 8:00 am Where. Royal Banquet and Conference Center on Hillborough St, in Raleigh, NC. Jane Ashley, CBA | Credit Analyst Cary Oil Co. Inc. 110 MacKenan Drive | Cary, NC 27511 Direct 919-462-6769 | Main 919-462-1100 | Fax 919-800-2006 | Fax 877-460-6774 jashley@caryoil.com | caryoil.com

ABC Triangle Social- Hurricanes Game

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:16:22 +0100

Date: Feb 23, 2012
Description: ABC Triangle Social- Hurricanes Game When. February 23, 2012 RBC Center 1400 Edwards Mills Rd. Raleigh, NC 5:30PM-7:00PM Dinner in the Area Club 7:00PM-10:00PM The Game Ticket Price $50.00 Members/ $60.00 Non Members Contact. Michelle Lewter at mlewter@abccarolinas.org

ABC Fayetteville Luncheon

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:15:42 +0100

Date: Feb 15, 2012
Description: ABC Fayetteville Luncheon When. Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 Where. Sammio's (2623 Raeford Rd Fayetteville) 11:30- 1:00pm $25/ ABC Members - $35/ Non-Members Contact. Michelle Lewter at mlewter@abccarolinas.org

Proposal Preparation

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:24:47 +0100

Date: Mar 1, 2012
Description: Proposal Preparation When. March 1, 2012 Time/length: Workshop is 7.5 hours long with an hour for lunch. Start times will be 8:30am. See attached flyer and website for additional information. Registration link: http://sbaworkshops.stoverteam.com Registration can now begin. Seating is limited to 40 so please register early. SBA reserves the right to limit company attendance to 1 each should registration max out. Location: Wake Technical Community College 3434 Kildaire Farm Rd, (Rm 118) Cary, NC 27518 The College is a single building located in the �Mill Pond Village� shopping center. There is a sign across the building �Wake Tech Community College�. It is at the intersection of Kildaire Farm Rd & Ten-Ten Road. See attached map. Local POC: Mr. Ivan Hankins (919 335-1004) Other area information for your planning: Hotels: within 4 miles Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary‎ 201 Ashville Avenue, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 859-5559‎ Courtyard Raleigh Cary‎ 102 Edinburgh Drive South, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 481-9666‎ Holiday Inn Express Apex-Raleigh Hotel‎ 1006 Marco Drive, Apex, NC‎ - (919) 387-3636‎ Eateries: within blocks San Remo Italian Grill‎ 3450 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 363-9009‎ El Cerro‎ (family restaurant) 3434 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 303-3828‎ Tony C's Pizzaria 3460 Ten-Ten Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 267-5210‎ Genki Restaurant & Sushi Bar‎ 3420 Ten-Ten Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 363-6636‎ Mc Donald's‎ 3494 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 363-9960‎ Hong Kong Restaurant‎ 3490 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 303-8439‎ Subway‎ 3505 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC‎ - (919) 363-8871‎ Please email or call if you have any questions. 1. Training and Events a. Jan 26: SBA Surety Bond Trg via video/teleconference b. Jan 31: NC Veterans Business Association Annual Mtg: http://ncvetbiz.org/home c. Feb 2: NCMBC construction subcontracting event, Barnhill Contracting Company, Jacksonville,NC http://www.ncmbc.us/Feb2_BarnhillContractingCompany.php d. Feb 7-8: National 8a Association; 2012 Winter Conference: http://www.national8aassociation.org/index.php/conferences/2012-winter-conference e. Feb 17: Sba Mentor Prot�g� conference; Atlanta, GA; https://sba.mybusinessmatches.com. f. Mar 1: SBA 7j workshop: Proposal Preparation, Cary, NC: http://sbaworkshops.stoverteam.com g. 19 March 2012: Opportunity 2012: http://www.sbtdc.org/events/opportunities/index.htm h. SBTDC Training: http://www.sbtdc.org/business-events/ i. PTAC training: http://www.sbtdc.org/services/ptacevents.asp; j. NCMBC training/events: http://www.ncmbc.us/calendar.php k. SBC training: http://www.sbcn.nc.gov/resources/ l. NCBDA events: http://www.ncdba.com/ Daniel Lucero Business Development Specialist US SBA NC District Office 6302 Fairview Rd. # 300 Charlotte, NC 28210 704 344-6396 (ph); 202 481-2995 (fax)

SBA'S MENTOR-PROT�G� PROGRAM NATIONAL PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:33:13 +0100

Date: Feb 17, 2012
Description: SBA'S MENTOR-PROT�G� PROGRAM NATIONAL PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE The Mentor-Prot�g� Forum is designed to assist 8(a) firms in their efforts to learn more about SBA's Mentor-Prot�g� Program, joint ventures, and meeting potential mentors. The Forum will begin with an overview of the SBA Mentor-Prot�g� Program, followed by discussion of Strategic Alliance and Joint Venture opportunities, leading to a Question and Answer Session. One-on-one in-person and virtual business matchmaking sessions will be the highlight of the afternoon, putting you face-to-face with potential mentors or prot�g�s. When. February 17, 2012 Atlanta, Georgia 7 AM - Registration 8 AM -11:30 AM - General Session 1 PM - 5 PM - Business Matchmaking For more information: https://sba.mybusinessmatches.com/

Barnhill Contracting Company Subcontracting Event

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:00:16 +0100

Date: Feb 2, 2012
Description: Barnhill Contracting Company Subcontracting Event When. Feb 2, 2012 from 3 - 5 pm. Where. Coastal Carolina Community College Melton Skills Building Rm 105 444 Western Blvd Jacksonville, NC 28546 Purpose: Barnhill Contracting Company is seeking subcontractors and minority businesses for the following project: Upcoming projects on MACC Paving and Civil Construction Projects Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point, NC Barnhill Contracting Company is currently bidding projects on the Multiple Award Construction Contract � Paving and Civil Construction Projects. Task Orders under this project will provide a wide range of new and repaired bituminous pavement structures, temporary traffic controls, site clearing activities, demolition work for existing site construction, storm drainage work, general site grading and earthwork, placement of pavement markings and traffic control signs, turf establishment work, traffic signal work, minor modifications or repairs to water and sewer distribution, minor utility relocations and modifications. Concrete work may include curb and gutter construction, concrete drainage structures, sidewalks, flumes, concrete pavement repairs and alterations and reasonable size concrete slab construction. Supporting activities of an engineering nature could included surveying, development of traffic control plans, development of storm water, sedimentation and erosion control permits, preparation of preconstruction and post construction drawings, geotechnical site engineering and project record keeping. All work on these task orders will be performed at MCAS Cherry Point, NC and all outlying fields, MCB Camp Lejeune (including New River Air Station), and other military and government installations/sites in North Carolina. Who Should Attend: Barnhill Contracting Company is seeking subcontractors in ALL DIVISIONS of work including specialty and SB/SDB/WOSB/HUB/VOSB/SDVOSB/DBE/MBE/WBE/SBE contractors. Registration: To pre-register for the event, visit http://www.ncmbc.us/Feb2_BarnhillContractingCompany.php

Doing Business with the Military

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:17:51 +0100

Date: Jan 31, 2012
Description: Doing Business with the Military When. January 31, 2012, 10:30 am � noon Where. Appalachian Enterprise Center, 130 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone, NC 28607 The seminar will cover initial introduction to the NCMBC...who we are...services we offer...etc, intro to other services available to NC Fed/DOD contractors, SBA, SBTDC/PTAC, etc., registration requirements for Fed/DOD contractors, current status of Fed/DOD procurement in NC, types of Federal contracts, socio-economic programs available to Fed/DOD contracts (to include veteran programs), Fed/DOD procurement websites, marketing strategies for the Fed/DOD market, among many topics...this class would establish a baseline of understanding among potential local Fed/DOD contractors. for directions: http://www.aectr.com/ For more information contact Evelyn Asher at evelynasher@charter.net

2nd Sustainability Symposium and Expo for Southeastern North Carolina

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:16:08 +0100

Date: Mar 16, 2012
Description: 2nd Sustainability Symposium and Expo for Southeastern North Carolina Brunswick Community College Economic and Workforce Development in a Partnership with the North Carolina Military Business Center would like to invite you to participate as a Corporate Sponsor, exhibitor, or participant. This year's theme �the Business of Sustainability� The symposium aims to explore the many inter-related aspects of incorporating sustainability practices, training, and opportunities for business, industry, federal and state agencies, and the public. The event will provide the opportunity to network one-on-one, promote resources, and learn about sustainability practices and certifications. When: Friday, March 16, 2012 from 8:00 - 3:00 pm. Where: Brunswick Community College Leland Center for Economic and Workforce Development Address: 2050 Enterprise Drive, Leland, NC 28451 (Leland Industrial Park off HWY 74/76) Purpose: The event explores policies and practices necessary to unlock the opportunities a green business represents. This year we will have twelve breakout sessions, some of the topics are: � Sustainability Strategies for companies: How Coca-Cola is incorporating sustainability � What is a B Corporation from the eyes of a real estate B corporation � Sustainable tourism: Sustainability for golf courses using Best Management Practices (BMP) � Solid waste and commercial recycling � Business opportunities in sustainability and recycling: NCMBC Doing business with the Federal Government computer- lab workshop � Return on Investment through energy conservation and renewable energy � What is the triple bottom line? � Biotechnology's approach to Sustainability � Sustainable Agriculture � Renewable energy: What is happening in North Carolina with wind and solar Each session will include presentation of material and either a panel or a guest business (es) to discuss their experiences regarding the session topic.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:52:35 +0100

Date: May 29, 2012
Description: Introduction to Government Contracting When. May 29, 2012, 11 am - Noon Where. Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship 2007 Yanceyville St Greensboro, NC 27405 Selling to the federal, state and local governments. Come for an information session on selling to the government and network with other businesses! There is no cost to attend! Please call 334-7005 to register.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:52:20 +0100

Date: Apr 24, 2012
Description: Introduction to Government Contracting When. April 24, 2012, 11 am - Noon Where. Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship 2007 Yanceyville St Greensboro, NC 27405 Selling to the federal, state and local governments. Come for an information session on selling to the government and network with other businesses! There is no cost to attend! Please call 334-7005 to register.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:52:04 +0100

Date: Mar 27, 2012
Description: Introduction to Government Contracting When. March 27, 2012, 11 am - Noon Where. Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship 2007 Yanceyville St Greensboro, NC 27405 Selling to the federal, state and local governments. Come for an information session on selling to the government and network with other businesses! There is no cost to attend! Please call 334-7005 to register.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:51:36 +0100

Date: Feb 28, 2012
Description: Introduction to Government Contracting When. February 28, 2012, 11 am - Noon Where. Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship 2007 Yanceyville St Greensboro, NC 27405 Selling to the federal, state and local governments. Come for an information session on selling to the government and network with other businesses! There is no cost to attend! Please call 334-7005 to register.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:18:02 +0100

Date: Jan 31, 2012
Description: Introduction to Government Contracting When. January 31, 2012, 11 am - Noon Where. Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship 2007 Yanceyville St Greensboro, NC 27405 Selling to the federal, state and local governments. Come for an information session on selling to the government and network with other businesses! There is no cost to attend! Please call 334-7005 to register.

Qualified Rigger Training Course

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:49:17 +0100

Date: Feb 16, 2012
Description: Qualified Rigger Training Course When. February 16, 2012 ABC Gaylor Training Center $150 ABC Members - $225 Non Members For more information, contact Sondra Bryan at sbryan@abccarolinas.org

Advanced Military & Government Business Opportunities

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:40:20 +0100

Date: May 3, 2012
Description: Advanced Military & Government Business Opportunities When. May 3, 2012 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Where. Southeastern Community College 4564 Chadbourn Highway, Bldg. T, Room 126 Whiteville, NC 28472 Attend and learn hands-on computer search for opportunities, reading & interpreting opportunities and learning the requirements for submission of bids. Location: Southeastern Community College Bldg. T, Room 126 The event is FREE: Pre-registration is required. To pre-register contact: Jeanell Sweat, (910) 642-7141, ext 397, or by email at: jsweat@sccnc.edu

Military & Government Business Opportunities for the Beginner

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:40:41 +0100

Date: Apr 19, 2012
Description: Military & Government Business Opportunities for the Beginner When. April 19, 2012 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm Where. Southeastern Community College 4564 Chadbourn Highway, T-Building, Room 122 Whiteville, North Carolina 28472 Your business can sell to Federal Government agencies including military installations, EPA, Agriculture, Coast Guard, VA and others. Attend and learn about Government opportunities and services for business. The event is FREE! Pre-registration is required. To pre-register contact: Jeanell Sweat, (910) 642-7141, ext 397, or by email at: jsweat@sccnc.edu

Crane Signal Person Course

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:20:28 +0100

Date: Feb 17, 2012
Description: Crane Signal Person Course When. February 17, 2012 Where. ABC Gaylor Training Center, Charlotte, NC Contact. Sondra Bryan at sbryan@abccarolinas.org

Construction Quality Management for Military Base Contractors

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:18:13 +0100

Date: Feb 7, 2012
Description: Construction Quality Management for Military Base Contractors When. February 7, 2012 For more information, contact Sondra Bryan at sbryan@abccarolinas.org

Selling to the Federal Government - NCMBC Overview

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:00:19 +0100

Date: Mar 21, 2012
Description: Selling to the Federal Government - NCMBC Overview When. March 21, 2012 from 1:30 - 4:30 pm. Where. Montgomery Community College 1011 Page Street Troy, North Carolina 27371 The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) connects small and mid-sized businesses with military and other federal business opportunities. The NCMBC will provide an overview of its services and explain how to evaluate military and other federal business opportunities. NCMBC services include: a business assistance team that finds opportunities, notifies businesses and helps them develop winning proposals; running the State's official FREE web portal, www.matchforce.org, which automatically matches NC businesses to federal opportunities; and conducting strategic initiatives to position NC businesses to win future military opportunities. Registration and Event Contact. Richard Hinson, (910) - 576 - 6222 extension 216 or hinsonr@montgomery.edu

2012 Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:18:32 +0100

Date: Feb 10, 2012
Description: 2012 Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair Where. Crown Center, 1960 Coliseum Drive, Fayetteville, NC When. February 10, 2012 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Join us on February 10, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, for a job fair for veteran job seekers, active duty military members, Guard and Reserve members and eligible spouses at the Crown Center, 1960 Coliseum Drive, Fayetteville, NC. This event will be a one-of-a-kind FREE hiring fair for both employers and job seekers. Employers and job seekers must pre-register for FREE at HoH.GreatJob.net. If you need assistance registering, please contact us at hiringourheroes@uschamber.com. This Hero2Hired (H2H) sponsored hiring event is being conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Department of Labor Veterans Employment and Training (DOL VETS), the North Carolina Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Fayetteville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, NBC News, and other local chambers. The North Carolina Society of Human Resource Management will conduct a workshop to help to prepare our Heroes for this upcoming job fair. If you need to brush up on your interviewing skills, write or update your resume, or practice interviewing in a mock interview, then come to The Fayetteville Public Works Building at 955 Old Wilmington Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301 on February 2, 2012. HR professionals will be there to assist you. The workshop will run from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Mock interviews will be conducted from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Register for this workshop event by emailing david.ponder@us.army.mil or call (919) 485-9567.

First Aid/CPR Course

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:25:05 +0100

Date: Jan 25, 2012
Description: First Aid/CPR Course When. January 25, 2012, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM David Allen Company 150 Rush Street Raleigh, North Carolina Contact. Sondra Bryan: sbryan@abccarolinas.org

NCDBA Members Social

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:17:40 +0100

Date: Jan 31, 2012
Description: NCDBA Members Social When. January 31, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Where. McKellar's Lodge Fort Bragg NC Contact. Joy Thrash Executive Director 910-527-1103 jthrash@ncdba.com

NCDBA Connection Series Luncheon

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:51:49 +0100

Date: Jan 18, 2012
Description: NCDBA Connection Series Luncheon When. January 18, 2012 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Where. Location: Luigi's Restaurant 528 N McPherson Church Road Fayetteville NC Seating is limited to 25! Cost: $20 NCDBA Member; $30 Non NCDBA Member Defense Industry Resources Invited: North Carolina Military Business Center GSA Representative NC Department of Commerce Partnership for Defense Innovation Small Business Administration NC PTAC Contact. Joy Thrash Executive Director 910-527-1103 jthrash@ncdba.com

North Carolina's Eastern Region 5th Annual State of the Region Report

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:21:50 +0100

Date: Mar 14, 2012
Description: North Carolina's Eastern Region 5th Annual State of the Region Report When. March 14, 2012 from 8:00 am until Noon Where. New Bern Convention Center, 203 South Front Street, New Bern, NC Continental breakfast will be served at 8:00 am. Please mark your calendars and share this information with your colleagues. Contact. Melissa Grady at grady@nceast.org

NC Veterans Business Association: Annual Meeting & Networking Event

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:17:35 +0100

Date: Jan 31, 2012
Description: NC Veterans Business Association: Annual Meeting & Networking Event 2012 Annual Meeting and Networking Event DATE: January 31, 2012 TIME: 09:30 am LOCATION: SAS Institute, Inc 100 SAS Campus Drive Cary, NC 27513-2414 MORE: Arrive early to clear the SAS welcome center Agenda Pre-registration is required in order to access the SAS campus. 09:30 A.M. Registration & Continental Breakfast 10:30 A.M. Annual Meeting featuring: * New Board Member Introductions * Dale Beatty - Guest Speaker * Key Federal Activity * Overview of 2012 events 12:00 P.M. Networking & Light Refreshments There is no cost for this event. For more information visit: markh@ncvetbiz.org

ABC Social Meeting

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:36:59 +0100

Date: Jan 24, 2012
Description: ABC Social Meeting When. Tuesday, January 24th Logan's Roadhouse 1177 Western Blvd, Jacksonville NC 28546 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM Email Michelle Lewter at mlewter@abccarolinas.org or call 919-267-6428

Marine South- Marine Military Expo

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:23:49 +0100

Date: Apr 11-12, 2012
Description: Marine South- Marine Military Expo When. April 11-12, 2012 For more information, visit:
Link 1: www.marinemilitaryexpos.com/marine-south.shtml

Member Appreciation BBQ & Game Night with the Canes, hosted by the NCTA Boa

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:59:29 +0100

Date: Mar 21, 2012
Description: Member Appreciation BBQ & Game Night with the Canes, hosted by the NCTA Board of Directors. The Hurricanes and NCTA will host a Member Appreciation BBQ that will include game night with the 'Canes. Each ticket includes pre-game BBQ and networking with NCTA member companies, along with a lower level ticket to the game. When: Wednesday, March 21 5:00 pm � Reception Registration Opens; BBQ Dinner Starts. Dinner is chicken & pork BBQ with all the fixings with tea, lemonade, water & beer as beverage choices. 6:30 pm � Begin heading into the game (doors to the RBC Center open at 6:00) 6:45 pm � Reception ENDS 7:00 pm � Game Time/Puck Drops ATTIRE: Game Attire/Casual Where: RBC Center - North Patio Our BBQ dinner will be under a private tent on the North Patio. Click HERE to see a map of the RBC Center and parking lots with the North Patio marked in Orange. There are stairs on either side of the Patio area because the Patio is located above the loading dock and you cannot walk straight up to it from the north parking lots. However, the stairs are on either side and the large tent where our dinner will be served is hard to miss. Parking: The North parking lots (listed as �North� on the attached map) should be the first ones open at 5:00, and we have also been told that at that hour parking attendants will be directing almost everyone towards those North lots anyway (which are located on the RBC Center side furthest away from Carter Finley Stadium). Those North lots will be the closest to our tent for the dinner/reception, but as the lots fill up with hockey fans, you will be directed to park in other areas by the attendants and then you should simply park as directed and walk around the RBC Center to our Patio location. PLEASE NOTE- you do have to pay for parking at the RBC Center. Rates range from $7 to $10 and CASH is required. Register: Individual Registrations NCTA Members � $50 (Includes BBQ Reception and Lower Level Ticket) Registration is available only to NCTA members and their family/guests.
Link 1: www.nctechnology.org/membership/memb_reception.aspx

Utilizing Technology to Win the Battle for Talent

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:58:00 +0100

Date: Feb 17, 2012
Description: What: Utilizing Technology to Win the Battle for Talent The competition for talent is fiercer than ever. Whether your company is growing or trying to find the best candidate for the job, you need the proper tools to identify, onboard and develop your employees. A Human Resource Information System (HRIS) provides a complete picture of every employee, improving communication and engagement, which leads to a truly comprehensive talent‐management strategy. This panel will feature executives sharing how they use technology to effectively hire, train, develop and management their employees, making their company a great place to work. Call for Panelists: If you are an IT or HR Executive and would like to share how you are utilizing technology to source talent, please contact Marc Montoro to learn more. When: Friday, February 17 8:30 am � Registration and Networking Breakfast 9:00 am � ET+T Panel Discussion 10:30 am � Close and Post Event Networking 11:00 am � Adjourn Where: Duke Energy Paul Anderson Auditorium 400 S. Tryon Street � 1st Floor Charlotte, NC, 28232 ET+T Contact: Marc Montoro 919.890.0773 or Email Marc Fine Print: All registrations to NCTA events are final and non-refundable. Refunds will only be offered if the event is cancelled. Registrations are transferrable to another qualified guest. Please contact NCTA at 919.856.0393 to request such a transfer.
Link 1: www.nctechnology.org/events/overview/ett_charlotte/default.aspx

2012 Outlook Keynote, Luncheon & Tech Expo

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:17:18 +0100

Date: Jan 27, 2012
Description: 2012 Outlook Keynote, Luncheon & Tech Expo The Annual Meeting luncheon is a gathering of NCTA's Board of Directors and member companies, along with other industry leaders to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year and set the expectations for the year ahead. The meeting features a keynote from Michael Smith, VP of Research for Gartner. When: Friday, January 27, 2012 10:30 am: Registration & Tech Expo 11:30 am: Luncheon & Keynote 1:30 pm: VIP Session with Keynote Speaker Where: Sheraton Imperial Hotel Click for Directions Register: Individual Registration NCTA Members � $55 / Non-members � $80 (Early-bird pricing available through January 13, 2012)
Link 1: www.nctechnology.org/events/overview/annual_meeting/default.aspx

NCTA 101

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:49:35 +0100

Date: Jan 20, 2012
Description: NCTA 101 Learn more about NCTA activities, online resources and how to maximize your membership. Join us for the next NCTA 101 Webinar on Friday, January 20, 2012 9:00 - 10:00am NCTA will host a monthly web conference to provide an overview of programs and events along with helpful hints on how to navigate the web site and take advantage of all NCTA membership has to offer. This interactive call, hosted by NCTA staff and the Ambassador Welcome Team, will give participants the opportunity to ask questions and hear from current NCTA members about how their participation has benefited them and their business. NCTA 101 is open to any employees of member companies and individuals interested in joining NCTA. Please register via the button on the left margin of this page. Call and web log in information will be emailed with a reminder to those registered prior to NCTA 101. Please contact Alison Gordon, Membership Coordinator with any questions.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): 2012 Outlook for Growth Companies

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:20:06 +0100

Date: Jan 12, 2012
Description: Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): 2012 Outlook for Growth Companies Date: Thursday, January 12, 2012 Time: 7:30 a.m. � 9:00 a.m. Location: The Duke Mansion, 400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte NC 28207 Target Audience: Open to C-Suite Executives and Founders/Shareholders of Tech & Service Companies Cost: Free to NCTA & BIG (Business Innovation & Growth) Members that meet the above criteria *Only 1 representative per member company please. Registration is Limited and Required as breakfast is provided: Register via the registration button to the left. Description: Join us for an outlook in deal activity and trends in buying and selling companies. Learn what it may mean for your business and how to use M&A to grow your company. To include valuation update and what's driving the markets. Presenter: Kenneth H. Marks, Managing Partner, High Rock Partners and lead author of �Middle Market M&A� and the �Handbook of Financing Growth�. His firm is active in growing technology and service companies, helping shareholders create value and then implementing strategies to monetize their investment in their business. The High Rock team provides a unique perspective being strategic and M&A advisors as well as having been owners of technology and services business. Questions about this event or interested in becoming an Affinity Partner? Contact Alison Gordon, Membership Coordinator, at agordon@nctechnology.org or 919-890-0775.

State of Technology 2012

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:54:34 +0100

Date: Apr 13, 2012
Description: State of Technology 2012 When. April 13, 2012 8:00 am � 2:30 pm An agenda will be released closer to the event date. This is a full-day conference on Friday, and includes a Pre-Conference reception on Thursday, April 12. Where: Sheraton Imperial Hotel, RTP Register: Individual Registrations NCTA Members - $90 / Non-Members - $140 (Early-bird pricing available through March 30, 2012) What: Driving Performance and Efficiencies through Data State of Technology highlights tech trends as well as innovation by companies and organizations in North Carolina. Attended by several hundred North Carolina executives, this conference is relevant to companies of all types and sizes with content applicable to leaders across functional roles. This year's event will feature tech consumers and providers who will examine how data is collected, stored, secured, analyzed, and deployed to improve the way we live and work. Key benefits include business-relevant speakers, an exhibit showcase and high caliber networking. State of Technology RFP: Breakout sessions will feature technology consumers that have implemented solutions for their organization. You are invited to recommend topics and senior executives that have played a key role in the implementation of a data driven solution.
Link 1: www.nctechnology.org/events/overview/state_of_tech/default.aspx

Are you Compliant?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:40:01 +0100

Date: Feb 16, 2012
Description: Are you Compliant? What you need to know about Export Regulations When. Thursday, February 16, 2012 Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. What: Discussion and presentations from expert practitioners about export compliance. Presenters will discuss your responsibilities as an exporter on Bureau of Industry and Security and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls regulations governing exports, the importance of INCO terms and anti-boycott language in the export transaction, recognizing whether the State Department has jurisdiction over your export shipment, how to register with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, and what is the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and why it may apply to you, plus other export controls related subjects. This is a must-have seminar for any exporter! Where: Central Piedmont Community College � Harris Campus, Charlotte, NC What: Discussion and presentations from expert practitioners about export compliance. Presenters will discuss your responsibilities as an exporter on Bureau of Industry and Security and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls regulations governing exports, the importance of INCO terms and anti-boycott language in the export transaction, recognizing whether the State Department has jurisdiction over your export shipment, how to register with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, and what is the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and why it may apply to you, plus other export controls related subjects. This is a must-have seminar for any exporter! Date: Thursday, February 16, 2012 Time: 8:30 a.m. � Registration 9:00 a.m. � BIS, Mike Allocca, President, Allocca Enterprises � Responsibilities and Licensing 11:15 a.m. � FCPA, John Allison, Partner, K&L Gates � What is it and how not to run afoul of it 12:00 p.m. � Luncheon program � ITAR, David Allman, IOMAX, Export Compliance Manager � Small Business Effective Licensing, Compliance, & Audit Prep. 1:00 p.m. � ITAR, Kathryn Samuelson, Manager Export & Contract Services, Curtiss-Wright Controls - Overview and compliance 2:30 p.m. � Program concludes Includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials Cost: $90.00 per person For Registration (copy and paste this link into a browser): https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q5B Questions: please contact Juanita Harthun at the Charlotte U.S. Export Assistance Center at Juanita.Harthun@trade.gov or at 704-333-4886 ext. 224.

ABC Carolinas Social Meeting

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:17:11 +0100

Date: Jan 26, 2012
Description: ABC Carolinas Social Meeting Thursday, January 26th Logan's Roadhouse 1490 Skibo Road, Fayetteville NC 28303 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM Email Michelle Lewter at mlewter@abccarolinas.org or call 919-267-6428

How to do Business with the Government

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:39:48 +0100

Date: Feb 15, 2012
Description: How to do Business with the Government Attend this seminar to find out if your business can make money through government contracting. 2 hours. This seminar is FREE of charge. When. February 15, 2012 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Where. Melton Skills Center Rm 104 A/B, Coastal Carolina Community College, 444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC Register. Call 910-938-6322 to register.