Community College Day at the North Carolina General Assembly
Community College Day at the North Carolina General Assembly highlights the vital role the state’s 58 community colleges play in workforce development and economic growth across the state.
This year, more than 40 community colleges were in attendance including the North Carolina Community College System office and the North Carolina Military Business Center in partnership with Fayetteville Technical Community College.
Navy Week is Coming to Charlotte!
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for an insightful session with the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). This event will provide valuable information for small businesses, covering how to do business with the Navy and Marine Corps, preparation for the DON procurement process, available resources, and more.
SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Progress Update
On April 13, 2026, President Trump signed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act (S. 3971), reauthorizing the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through September 30, 2031. This law ends a six-month lapse in authority following the previous expiration on September 30, 2025, enabling the resumption of federal R&D awards for small businesses.
Summit Individual Award
This year, the Summit Individual Award was presented to Mike Darrow, P.E., PMP, F. SAME, Deputy District Engineer for Project Management and Chief, Project Management Division, Norfolk District, US Army Corps of Engineers. This award is presented in honor of Darrow’s exceptional service, meritorious achievement and conspicuous innovation in the federal construction, infrastructure, energy, and environmental marketplace.
Federal and Defense Textiles and Tactical Equipment Summit
Join leaders from across government, industry, and academia to explore emerging priorities in federal and DoD textiles. At this event, you will learn about federal and DoD textile and tactical equipment needs, gain insight into federal requirements, standards, and compliance, and connect directly with decision-makers guiding critical uniform, protective equipment, advanced materials, and manufacturing efforts.
Summit Awards
Summit Day 1 Lunch Session Awards
This year, the Summit Organizational Award was presented to the Society of American Military Engineers Carolinas Region for their commitment in supporting and uniting public and private sector individuals and organizations from across the architecture, engineering, construction, environmental and facility management, contracting and acquisition in support national security.
PRINT