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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet:Trade Councils & Unions for Project Labor Agreements
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Meet and Greet with Trade Councils and Unions regarding Project Labor Agreements \n\nThe North Carolina Military Business Center\, partners from several Trade Councils\, and corporate IBEW representatives will discuss their specific trade agreements with attendees as it relates to projects requiring a Project Labor Agreement.  This session will allow contractors to seek clarification and gain a better understanding of the agreements. This webinar is for general contractors\, speciality trades and subcontractors in all fields of construction.When. September 4\, 2024 starting at 9:30 am.Registration. This is a free webinar/meet and greet. Pre-registration is required in order to receive log-in credentials. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/meet-greettrade-councils-unions-for-project-labor-agreements/
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SUMMARY:2024 Introduction to Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 17\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nMay 22\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nSeptember 11\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nDecember 11\, 2024 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina. \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2024-introduction-to-federal-contracting-3/
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SUMMARY:Hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call Announcement
DESCRIPTION:“Defense Innovation and Global Growth: Empowering North Carolina’s Future” \nIn Person at the First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, RTP \nEvent Overview\nWe are excited to invite you to our DEFTECH Coffee Call on Friday\, September 13\, 2024\, featuring two insightful sessions that will empower your business in the defense and international trade sectors! \nAgenda \n8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Special Guest: Mike Ryan\, International Trade Manager at EDPNC | Industries Focus: Aerospace and Defense \nKickstart your morning with Mike Ryan\, who will share his expertise on how North Carolina businesses can thrive in the aerospace and defense industries. Learn about: \n\nKey trends and opportunities in aerospace and defense.\nResources available through EDPNC to support your business’s growth in these sectors.\nStrategies for navigating international markets and expanding your global footprint.\n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Featured Speaker: Representative from the North Carolina District Export Council (NC DEC) \nWe will explore how NC DEC supports small businesses in exporting and international trade. Discover how NC DEC can: \n\nAssist your business in overcoming export challenges.\nProvide guidance and resources to expand into new international markets.\nConnect you with federal support to drive your business’s global success.\n\nHonoring September 11\, 2001:\nAs we gather on this day\, we will also take a moment to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11\, 2001. Let us reflect on the resilience and unity that emerged from that tragic day and continue to support our communities\, our nation\, and those who defend our freedoms. \n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Networking \nRegistration Information\nIn-Person: Please register to attend the DEFTECH Coffee Call to secure your spot. We look forward to your participation and a productive discussion on enhancing innovation and trade for North Carolina businesses.​​​​ \n*2024 Coffee Call Connection Options* \n\n Join via Teams on your computer\, mobile app or room device \nClick here to join the meeting\nMeeting ID: 266 787 473 943  Passcode: Q7zfHp\nDownload Teams | Join on the web\n2. Call in (audio only)\n+1 980-296-2533\,\,802776946#   United States\, Charlotte\nPhone Conference ID: 802 776 946#\nFind a local number | Reset PIN\nLearn More | Meeting options  \nFor questions or assistance\, contact the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)  \nBob Burton | DEFTECH Director | burtonr@ncmbc.us | 910-824-9609\nTJ Gilroy | DEFTECH Program Manager | gilroyt@ncmbc.us | 910-638-4489\nJaycie Beam | DEFTECH Program Support Specialist | beamj@ncmbc.us
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/hybrid-deftech-coffee-call-announcement/
LOCATION:First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
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SUMMARY:FEDERAL CONTRACTING SERIES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host the following collaborative in-person trainings across North Carolina during 2024.  The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks. \nPart 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals (one hour). This training explores the fundamentals on doing business with the federal government. Topics include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina. \nPart 2: Navigating Federal Small Business Certifications: An In-Depth Analysis (one hour). This session offers a deep dive into various certifications such as 8(a)\, HUBZone\, SDVOSB/VOSB and Women-Owned\, covering eligibility\, application processes\, and strategies for leveraging these certifications to expand business opportunities. \nPart 3: Effectively Presenting Your Small Business to the Federal Government (one hour). This training focuses on real world tips\, tricks\, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime contractors\, in anticipation of teaming on current and future opportunities. \nRegistration.  This is a free training opportunity; however\, pre-registration is required.  To register\, click here \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 17\, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: Wayne Community College\, Walnut Building\n3000 Wayne Memorial Drive\, Goldsboro\, NC 27534\nParking: Front parking lot\nCampus Map
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/federal-contracting-series-for-small-businesses-4/
LOCATION:Wayne Community College\, Wayne Learning Center\, Moffatt Auditorium\, 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive\, Goldsboro\, NC\, 27534
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SUMMARY:Invitation to Strengthen Collaboration and Innovation at the NGA and Tech Protect Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register to Attend the Workshop (Virtual Option Available; please register and indicate attendance type): Virtual link will be sent to registered attendees \nThursday\, September 19: NGA Workshop (9:00 AM – 11:30 AM)\n📍 Location: First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, RTP \n\nSpecial Guest: Beth Sweet\, Chief\, Office of Research and Technology Applications (ORTA)\, Technology Transfer @ NGA\, NGA Research & Development\nFocus on Innovation: Explore advancements in AI\, machine learning\, and geospatial technologies.\nCollaboration and Networking: Connect with NGA\, industry\, academia\, and government entities.\nData Security: Address critical topics like geospatial data protection and integration.\n\nThursday\, September 19: Lunch and Networking (11:30 AM 1:00 PM) \nThursday\, September 19: Tech Protect Workshop (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)\n📍 Location: First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, RTP \n\nSpeaker: Representative from the Disruptive Technology Strike Force\nSpecial Guest: Beth Sweet\, Chief\, Office of Research and Technology Applications (ORTA)\, Technology Transfer @ NGA\, NGA Research & Development\nProtecting Disruptive Technologies: Learn strategies to safeguard early-stage technologies.\nSupport for the Disruptive Technology Strike Force: Discuss how NC can bolster this federal initiative.\nNetworking and Action Planning: Engage in discussions and develop actionable plans.\n\nThursday\, September 19: 5:30 – 8:30 pm ET Follow-on no-host social and dinner at Fortnight Brewing Company\n📍 Location: 1006 SW Maynard Rd\, Cary\, NC 27511 \nFriday\, September 20: DEFTECH Coffee Call (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)\n📍 Location: First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, RTP \n\nSpecial Guest: Beth Sweet\, Chief\, Office of Research and Technology Applications (ORTA)\, Technology Transfer @ NGA\, NGA Research & Development\nFocus: NGA’s Technology Transfer initiatives and opportunities for collaboration.\n\nThese events are a unique opportunity to connect with key stakeholders\, enhance your understanding of NGA’s Technology Transfer initiatives\, and contribute to strengthening North Carolina’s role in national security and technological innovation. We look forward to your participation as we work together to secure North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem and protect our nation. \nFor questions or assistance\, contact the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) \nBob Burton | DEFTECH Director | burtonr@ncmbc.us | 910-824-9609\nTJ Gilroy | DEFTECH Program Manager | gilroyt@ncmbc.us | 910-638-4489\nJaycie Beam | DEFTECH Program Support Specialist | beamj@ncmbc.us
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/invitation-to-strengthen-collaboration-and-innovation-at-the-nga-and-tech-protect-workshop/
LOCATION:First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
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