The National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards are back!
Nominations are being accepting for all awards, including the prestigious Small Business Person of the Year! Could you be our next big winner? Submit your nomination today.
Submission Deadline:
- Monday, December 7, 2026 at 3:00pm ET. Late and incomplete packages will not be accepted.
Basic Eligibility Requirements:
- Any U.S.
North Carolina Manufacturers: Connect with Defense Leaders at Velocity Summit
North Carolina manufacturers are helping shape the future of the defense industrial base, and the Velocity Summit offers a unique opportunity to understand where your company fits into that mission.
The Velocity Summit will bring together leaders from the military, government, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, maritime, and supply chain sectors to discuss a critical national security challenge: How can we move faster from military requirements to manufactured products and capabilities?
A Partnership for North Carolina Business Success: NCMBC and The Office of NC Secretary of State
This video series showcases the partnership between the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office, organizations committed to helping North Carolina businesses grow, compete, and succeed. Through these videos, business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders can gain valuable insights into defense contracting, government procurement, economic development initiatives, and resources available to support business growth.
Velocity Summit Keynote Speaker Announced
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and The Protocase Companies are pleased to announce that Lieutenant General (Ret.) Christopher O. Mohan, former Commanding General of the U.S. Army Materiel Command, will serve as the keynote speaker for the inaugural Velocity Summit, taking place on November 17, 2026, in Wilmington, North Carolina.
NCMBC Welcomes Lanard Welch as Program Manager for Defense Technologies
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), headquartered at Fayetteville Technical Community College, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lanard Welch as Program Manager for Defense Technologies, effective October 1, 2026.
Welch brings more than 22 years of leadership experience spanning the U.S.
Velocity Summit Announces First Wave of Military, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Government Speakers
WILMINGTON, NC – October 7, 2026 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) – The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and The Protocase Companies today announced the first wave of speakers for the inaugural Velocity Summit, featuring senior leaders from the military, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, government and North Carolina’s defense industrial base.
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