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SUMMARY:EFFECTIVELY PRESENTING YOUR BUSINESS TO THE GOVERNMENT\, MILITARY & PRIME CONTRACTORS
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates: \n\nMarch 5\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nNovember 6\, 2024 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. 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 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/effectively-presenting-your-business-to-the-government-military-prime-contractors-4/
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call | Veterans Day Hero Highlight: Sgt Maj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.)
DESCRIPTION:Honor. Discover. Connect. \nThis Veterans Day weekend\, we are privileged to host a special Hybrid (in-person / virtual) DEFTECH Coffee Call dedicated to a true American hero SgtMaj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.). Join us to learn about groundbreaking therapies for Veterans and hear the powerful stories of service and resilience from a distinguished Marine. \n**Do not miss this inspirational Coffee Call** \nLocation: 2012-D TW Alexander Drive\, Durham\, NC 27709 \nREGISTER HERE \nEvent Agenda: \n\n8:00 – 9:00 AM (EST): Edward R. di Girolamo\, PE\, Executive Director at HBOT4Heroes will help us “Dive into life-changing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)”\n9:00 – 10:00 AM (EST): Be inspired by the heroism and unwavering spirit of SgtMaj Joe Houle\n10:00 – 11:00 AM (EST): Networking and Extivita Tour\n\nFeatured Hero: \nSgtMaj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.) SgtMaj Houle is a distinguished Marine with a storied career spanning multiple decades and numerous conflicts. A Vietnam War veteran\, he held various leadership roles and co-founded the Carolina Museum of the Marine. His efforts ensure that the stories and sacrifices of Marines are honored and remembered. Post-retirement\, he remains actively involved in veteran affairs and community service. \nWhy You Should Attend: \n\nPay tribute to the sacrifices of our heroes\nDiscover how HBOT is transforming Veteran healthcare\nConnect with a passionate community supporting veterans\n\nJoin us in honoring and learning from our nation’s finest this Veterans Day. SgtMaj Joe Houle’s stories of bravery\, leadership\, and dedication to the Marine Corps and Veteran community will inspire and remind us of the true cost of freedom. \nFrom the NCMBC and NC DEFTECH\, we wish you a reflective and meaningful Veterans Day. \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/deftech-coffee-call-veterans-day-hero-highlight-sgt-maj-joe-houle-usmc-ret/
LOCATION:First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small Business Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:When. November 13\, 2024\, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM \nWhere. ENC Tech Bridge (former church in front of the New Bern Airport)\n834 Airport Road\, New Bern\, North Carolina \nPurpose of the Outreach Event. Inform and educate businesses on the North Carolina-based support organizations.  These support organizations assist businesses in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts. \nPremise of the Outreach Event. \n\nMany businesses do not know where to start in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.\nFor existing businesses\, there are many new regulations and requirements regarding Department of Defense contracting.\n\nGoals of the Outreach Event. \n\nBusinesses leave with a greater understanding of the support organizations available to assist them.\nIncrease the base of eligible and competitive businesses proposing on Department of Defense contracts.\nShowcase the new ENC TechBridge space and inform attendees on what it offers.\n\nConfirmed Attendees for this event are: \n\nMarine Corps Installations East Small Business Programs\nNorth Carolina Military Business Center\nENC TechBridge\nSmall Business Training and Development Center\nVeteran Business Collective\n\nWho should participate in the Outreach Event:  Businesses interested in doing business with the Department of Defense\, businesses currently doing business with the Department of Defense.  Please note registration is limited to 100 people due to capacity limitations. \nCost:  Free to all registrants and presenters.  However\, you must register. \nREGISTER
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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. \nWhen.  November 14 \, 2024 from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWhere. Innovation Quarter\, Forsyth Tech Small Business Center\, 525 Vine St\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27101 \nPARKING \n\nParking for the Forsyth Tech Small Business Center will be in P5 parking lot\n\n620 North Research Parkway\, Winston Salem\, NC 27101. \n\n\nThere is a gate and intercom button system at the gate.\nInform security that you are coming to Greater Winston Salem Inc and use the parking code provided in email (this will be sent the day prior to the event).\nFrom the Parking Lot walk up the ramp or stairs\, turn to your left\, continue walking and enter the set of double doors under the 525@Vine sign.\nYou can walk up the stairs or take the elevator to the lobby on the second floor. \nForsyth Tech SBC at Innovation Quarter will be to your left.\n\nInnovation Quarter’s downtown location makes it easily accessible from Interstate 40\, Business 40 and U.S. 52. \nVisit this link for driving directions: Forsyth Tech Driving Directions
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SUMMARY:Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry (JAPBI)
DESCRIPTION:The JAPBI\, hosted by DLA Troop Support\, provides the clothing & textile industrial base with a joint forecast of future opportunities. \nWhen. November 19 · 7am – November 21 · 3pm EST \nWhere. Doubletree by Hilton (formerly Crowne Plaza)\, 2349 Marlton Pike West Cherry Hill\, NJ 08002 \nThe agenda will be posted in advance of the event. Please visit https://www.dla.mil/Troop-Support/Clothing-and-Textiles/Industry-Support/Events/ for additional information. \nFor more information\, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joint-advanced-planning-brief-for-industry-japbi-tickets-1021695116597.
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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\nNovember 21\, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:30 pm\nLocation: South Piedmont Community College\, Tyson Family Center for Technology\, Classroom 1405\n3509 Old Charlotte Highway\, Monroe\, NC 28110\nCampus Map
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/federal-contracting-series-for-small-businesses-7/
LOCATION:South Piedmont Community College\, Tyson Family Center for Technology\, Classroom 1407\, 3509 Old Charlotte Highway\, Monroe\, NC\, 28110
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