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SUMMARY:Naval Undersea Warfare Center: Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:ACTIVE: Contract Opportunity \nNotice ID: 2023WWTDFSB \nRelated Notice \nDepartment/Ind. Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE \nSub-tier: DEPT OF THE NAVY \nMajor Command: NAVSEA \nSub Command: NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER \nOffice: NAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTER \nGeneral Information  \nContract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Updated) \n\nAll Dates/Times are: (UTC-08:00) PACIFIC STANDARD TIME\, LOS ANGELES\, USA\nUpdated Published Date: Jan 27\, 2023 11:20 am PST\nOriginal Published Date: Dec 16\, 2022 03:00 pm PST\nUpdated Response Date: Dec 19\, 2023 05:00 pm PST\nOriginal Response Date: Dec 19\, 2023 05:00 pm PST\nInactive Policy: 15 days after response date\nUpdated Inactive Date:\nOriginal Inactive Date:\nInitiative:\n\nNone\n\n\n\nClassification \n\nOriginal Set Aside:\nProduct Service Code:\nNAICS Code:\nPlace of Performance:\n\nDescriptionView Changes \nWednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to learn about doing business with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division\, Keyport.  Industry will learn about the types of supplies and service contract opportunities\, set-aside opportunities\, and how to do business with NUWC Keyport.   Hear from the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS/IMF) Deputy for Small Business\, Washington State Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, Northwest Tech Bridge\, and other NAVSEA Small Business Deputies (if available). \nThis monthly event will be both in-person and virtual on the dates listed below. \nDates: February 22\, 2023; March 29\, 2023; April 26\, 2023; May 31 2023; June 28\, 2023; July 19\, 2023; August 30\, 2023; September 27\, 2023; October 25\, 2023; November 29\, 2023; December 20\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am \nLocation: (In-Person and Virtual) \nIn person location: \nThe Vibe Coworks \n19225 8th Ave NE \nSuite 201 \nPoulsbo\, WA. 98370 \nVirtual: Microsoft Teams \nWho: Best suites companies with the following NAICS Codes: \n334511 (SEARCH\, DETECTION\, NAVIGATION\, GUIDANCE\, AERONAUTICAL\, AND NAUTICAL SYSTEM AND INSTRUMENT MANUFACTURING) \n541330 (ENGINEERING SERVICES) \n336611 (SHIP BUILDING AND REPAIRING) \n334419 (OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MANUFACTURING) \n541614 (PROCESS\, PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION\, AND LOGISTICS CONSULTING SERVICES) \n541519 (OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES) \n541511 (CUSTOM COMPUTER PROGRAMMING SERVICES) \n511210 (SOFTWARE PUBLISHERS) \n332710 (MACHINE SHOPS) \n335314 (RELAY AND INDUSTRIAL CONTROL MANUFACTURING) \n811310 (COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR (EXCEPT AUTOMOTIV AND ELECTRONIC) AND MAINTENANCE \nThe above NAICS codes are not all inclusive. \nPlease note\, Meetings are subject to cancellation or changing. \nTo register\, send an email to the POC’s listed with the following information: Company name\, CAGE Code\, top NAICS Code(s)\, individual(s) who will be attending email address\, which month(s) you would like to attend\, if you will be attending virtually or in-person\, and attach a capability statement.  Please note\, due to space limitations\, in-person will be first come first serve\, and only one person from your company may attend (unless space is available).  Those that will be attending virtually will receive a link to the event in a separate email. \nAttachments/Links \nNo attachments or links have been added to this opportunity. \nContact Information \nContracting Office Address \n\nDIVISION KEYPORT NWCF 610 DOWELL STREET\nKEYPORT \, WA 98345-7610\nUSA\n\nPrimary Point of Contact \n\nDavid Walz\n   david.e.walz.civ@us.navy.mil\n\nSecondary Point of Contact \n\nJuliet Roske\n   juliet.r.roske.civ@us.navy.mil
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/naval-undersea-warfare-center-wednesday-with-the-deputy-for-small-business-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-person/Microsoft Teams\, 3030 Hoskins Road\, Levan Hall Conference Room\,\, Fort Sill\, OK\, 73503
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SUMMARY:STRIVE Startup Training Week 2: Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition
DESCRIPTION:STRIVE Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship \nFree 10-week personalized training to help Veterans and military affiliated* entrepreneurs succeed! \nNow Accepting Applications for Classes Starting March 22\, 2023! \nAPPLY NOW \nThe STRIVE program is a FREE entrepreneurship training program for Veterans and military affiliated* individuals. \nWHO BENEFITS FROM STRIVE: This intensive 10-week workshop is for the Veteran and military affiliated* entrepreneur that wants to start a new business or grow their early stage enterprise. \n*WHO CAN APPLY: STRIVE is free\, but only available to Veterans\, Active Duty\, Reserve\, National Guard\, their spouses\, and First-Generation children of Veterans. Gold Star parents\, spouses and children are also eligible. Partners in business with a Veteran may apply\, if a Veteran owns at least 50% of the business. \nOUTCOMES: At the conclusion of the STRIVE program\, participants will have an actionable plan to either launch their new business or take a significant step forward with an existing business. This plan can also be used for loan applications\, and a fundable pitch. \nUpon successful completion of the STRIVE program\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify their target market\nUtilize the 3 basic types of research to validate their business and focus their marketing\nApply an iterative “Proceed\, Pivot\, or Punt” approach to all stages of development\nUse the tools necessary to determine the business and economic model that best serves themand their company\nLearn how to rise above the clutter and noise through targeted marketing\nCreate proforma financials\nUnderstand the basics of company financial controls\nHave a comprehensive business plan suitable for funding\nCreate a competitive pitch presentation\n\nTHE 3-PART STRIVE APPROACH: \n\nFace-to-face classes on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm. These classes will cover key concepts and how to take the next steps on your plan. Classes will meet at the FTCC General Classroom Building\, 2718 Fort Bragg Road\, Room 108/114. Some food and drinks will be provided.\nPrivate meetings with subject matter experts will help you resolve questions and sticking points with your plan. Depending on you and your Business Counselor’s schedules\, meetings will be held via Zoom\, phone or in person.\nIndividualwork: Participants should expect to invest 10 or more hours per week to this program.\n\nLONG ON PRACTICALITY. SHORT ON THEORY. The STRIVE program is designed to set early stage businesses on a path to success; it isn’t designed to teach participants in-depth theories like those taught in an undergraduate or graduate level entrepreneurship program. \nIT’S FREE! If accepted\, there is no cost to participants. STRIVE is offered in partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)\, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurs (NACCE)\, who\, along with FTCC\, have provided funding to provide this program to the extended ‘military family’. \nGraduates of the program may qualify for funding through various agencies and will be prepared to compete in lucrative pitch contests. STRIVE graduates will be assigned to a designated mentor to continue their progress after the conclusion of the classwork and graduation. \nAPPLICATIONS ARE DUE NLT 1200 06 MAR 23 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg . Seating is limited. Acceptance and admission emails for this cohort will be sent to each applicant nlt 1700 10MAR23. Any applicants who are not admitted to this cohort can update their original application and be considered for future cohorts. \nFAQ\n1. WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES? \nApplications are due NLT 12:00 PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. The STRIVE program is a mixture of in-person and online course work. \nWEEK 1 (MAR 22\, 2023): Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset \nWEEK 2 (MAR 29\, 2023): Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition \nWEEK 3 (APR 5\, 2023): Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis \nWEEK 4 (APR 12\, 2023): Building a Brand: Positioning and Pricing Strategies\, Branding\, and the Media Mix \nWEEK 5 (APR 19\, 2023): Selling: Sales\, eCommerce platforms\, and Sales Projections \nWEEK 6 (APR 26\, 2023): Government Contracting\, Feasibility\, and Intellectual Property \nWEEK 7 (MAY 3\, 2023): Know the Score: Systems and Bookkeeping\nWEEK 8 (MAY 10\, 2023): Cash Flow and Financials\nWEEK 9 (MAY 17\, 2023): Operations Management: Legal and Human Resources \nWEEK 10 (MAY 24\, 2023): Pitch Deck and Presentation Training Graduation and Pitch Event- TBD \n\n HOW TO APPLY?\n\nComplete the application form at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Applicants will be accepted based on the potential of their business concept\, as assessed by a panel of subject matter experts. Applicants must be a current resident of North Carolina or planning to open a business in North Carolina. Fifteen applicants will be selected for this initial cohort. Applicants who are not selected for this cohort are encouraged to apply again. Applications are due NO LATER THAN 12:00PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. \n\n DOCUMENTS REQUIRED\n\n\nCurrent Resume\nTwo Letters of Recommendation – The writer should include the following:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheir position/ title\nTheir contact information\nHow they know the applicant and for how long\nWhy they feel the applicant would be suited to entrepreneurship\, their experience in working with the applicant\, etc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf applicable\, VA Disability rating OR Proof of Request for Disability Rating (PDF\, .jpeg\, or .png)\nDD214\, Member 4 copy (showing dates of active duty\, discharge status\, black out SSN) ORLeave and Earning Statement (LES) (PDF Format please)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter from commander is acceptable if the DD214 is delayed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ARE MATERIALS AND BOOKS PROVIDED?\nYes! All necessary materials will be provided at no charge.\n WILL MEALS BE PROVIDED?\nYes\, basic casual food (pizza\, sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.) will be provided at no charge to participants. If you require specific dietary accommodations\, we recommend you bring your own food.\n CAN I ATTEND REMOTELY?\nAll class sessions are onsite (2817 Fort Bragg Road\, room 108/114) without a remote option. There is digital work to be completed independently every week between March 22nd and May 24th. Individual counseling sessions may be held via Zoom\, phone or in person according to the schedule and location of the participant and the counselor.\n IS THERE A COST FOR THE PROGRAM?\nThere are NO CHARGES to participants in the STRIVE program\, thanks to the funding provided by Syracuse IVMF\, NACCE and the FTCC Center for Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Small Business.\n\nOTHER QUESTIONS? \nKENT HILL: Email: hillp@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672-8462 \nKIM GEBERT: Email: gebertk@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672- 8462 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity for this free startup and small business training for Veterans and qualified military affiliated* entrepreneurs. \nRegister now at http://tiny.cc/strivereg for the STRIVE cohort beginning March 22nd!
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strive-startup-training-week-2-building-the-foundation-business-model-canvas-and-value-proposition/
LOCATION:General Classroom Building\, Room 108/114\, 2817 Fort Bragg Rd
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