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SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO FEDERAL CONTRACTING
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 11\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nApril 19\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nAugust 16\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nDecember 6\, 2023 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/introduction-to-federal-contracting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Vendor Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Vendor Industry Day\nJanuary 11\, 2023 * Seymour Johnson AFB\nThe 4th Contracting Squadron will be hosting a Vendor Industry Day 11 January 2023. The intent of this Vendor Industry Day event is to invite vendors/contractors to share their capabilities with the Air Force to provide new capabilities or better fulfill anticipated requirements. This is an opportunity for Industry to propose new and innovative solutions to the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. The areas of interest are Warehouse Modernization\, Jet/Facility Maintenance\, Emergency Management Software\, Civil Engineering Solutions\, and Base Security however additional ideas for innovation are welcomed. \nSee the below table for highlights the lists of categories and some ideas within those categories. The ideas within those categories are NOT solely what the Government is looking for\, merely some suggestions. \n \nAdditionally\, the government is requesting industry to provide a statement of capability in preparation for the Industry Day.  The statement of capability shall consist of not more than 10 pages describing the responder’s ability to demonstrate. Companies planning to participate in the Industry Day activities shall provide one consolidated attendance request\, with the company name\, point of contact\, title\, email address\, phone number\, whether or not a one-on-one session is desired\, and to fill out and send Attachment 2 (available on the SAM.gov posting). \nAll questions are due by 20 December 2022. \nThe government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this request. The government will not reimburse costs associated with the documentation submitted under this request. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this inquiry. \nPoints of contact: \n\nLt. Darren Ostrander: darren.ostrander.1@us.af.mil\nIan Woods: ian.woods.2@us.af.mil\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/seymour-johnson-air-force-base-vendor-industry-day/
LOCATION:Seymour Johnson AFB
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:opic: Start-up Assistance\n\nUnderstand the basics of starting a small business in this seminar that takes you from idea to opportunity. Learn key strategies for start-up\, financing and marketing as well as important information about legal issues\, licensing\, zoning\, operations and more. Realize the importance of a self-assessment and how to evaluate the feasibility of your business idea. Discover the resources available to help you start and successfully operate your business. \nSpeaker(s): Wanda Bennett \, Work on Wonderful Consulting LLC \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-638-1166\nEmail: sbc@cravencc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-start-a-small-business/
LOCATION:Craven Community College Bosch AMC Bldg.\, Room 102\, 800 College Ct.\, New Bern\, NC\, 28562
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T080000
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SUMMARY:Final 2022 DEFTECH & Holiday Coffee Call
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Dec 16\, 2022\, @ 0800-1000 ET DEFTECH “Hybrid”  in-person & virtual Coffee Call \n(TEAMS Link Below) \nLocation:  TEAMS Call or In-Person at: First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, RTP (Durham)\, NC.  Parking around the building. \nNote: Final Innovation Networking event of the year and Heavy refreshments\, so come early! \nAttire:  Holiday sweaters\, Christmas casual     Cost: free \nTopics:  We will hear from state and federal government executives presenting their views on innovation in 2022 and 2023. \nGuest Speakers: \n· Dr. John Hardin\, Executive Director Science\, Technology & Innovation\,  NC Department of Commerce \n· Mr. John Whiteaker\, State Director\, National Security Innovation Network \n· Mr. Tom Earnhardt and Mr. James Dobrinska\, Innovation Cell\, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) \n· Dr. Larry Keen\, President of Fayetteville Technical Community College\, FTCC \nRegistration (In-Person Only): Please use the following link to assist FFVC with the headcount for those who wish to attend in person. \nRegistration for the DEFTECH In-Person Coffee Call Friday December 16\, 2022 8 – 10 am ET\nIf you are not attending In-Person\, there is no need to register. The link for all Coffee Calls this year is the same (link at the bottom). Thank you\, and we look forward to joining you on Friday for the In-Person Coffee Call at the First Flight Venture Center (FFVC). \nRegister by Wed\, December 14\, 12 noon. \nShow up early at 0800 for the DEFTECH Early Bird or at the 0830 Opps Update to join the DEFTECH Team as we review current federal technology opportunities. \n*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call.* \n**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend\, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us \nConnection Instructions: \nDEFTECH Coffee Call 2022 \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting\nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,321842980#   United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 321 842 980#
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/final-2022-deftech-holiday-coffee-call/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-person/Microsoft Teams\, 3030 Hoskins Road\, Levan Hall Conference Room\,\, Fort Sill\, OK\, 73503
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SUMMARY:GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION: IS IT RIGHT FOR YOR BUSINESS?
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “General Services Administration: Is It Right For Your Business?” virtually on the following dates: \n\nDecember 13\, 2022 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. Working through and getting on GSA can be very beneficial for the business community but if you don’t set yourself up for success you may not have a long history with GSA. This webinar is going to provide the attendees “The rest of the Story”. Steps to take as you go through administrative process to ensure GSA is a good fit for your business and providing a competitive advantage once you get on schedule. \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/general-services-administration-is-it-right-for-yor-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T073000
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UID:1449-1670916600-1670950800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:2022 Construction Quality Management for Contractors
DESCRIPTION:This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM\, Contractor and Government Responsibilities\, Quality Management Planning\, the Contractor’s QC Plan\, the Governments QA Plan\, the Pre-Construction Meeting\, the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting\, Submittals\, the Three Phases of Control\, Testing\, Documentation\, and Certification by the QC Manager that all procedures were done in accordance with the P&S.  Upon successful completion of this class\, a QC Certificate of Completion is awarded. \nRe-certification is required every 5 years. \nClass Hours: 7:30-5:00 \nLocation: James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C \n(unless otherwise stated) \nCost: $276.00 (includes materials) \nCall Carla Gavre @ 910-938-6302 or email gavrec@coastalcarolina.edu or\, Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email  coned@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2022-construction-quality-management-for-contractors/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 A/B/C
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call - TIDE Small Business Briefs
DESCRIPTION:DEFTECH Coffee Calls – December’s Focus is Partnerships and Wins \nEvery Friday\, 0900 Eastern\, Grab your Coffee\, bring your ideas\, and join the NC Defense Technology Transition (DEFTECH) Community for an open\, informal\, virtual “Coffee Call” to address your concerns and ideas regarding Innovation\, Technology\, and commensurate Leadership challenges. Learn about Federal technology requirements and business opportunities. Network virtually over a cup of coffee and connect with like-minded people. Learn how your innovation and technology can be applied to solve national security problems. \nTopic: TIDE Small Business Briefs and Recent Wins \nGuest Speakers: \nZeydy Ortiz\, CEO DataCrunch Lab | https://www.datacrunchlab.com/ \nDataCrunch Lab\, LLC is an IT professional services and technology development organization providing customized solutions that leverage data science\, machine learning\, and artificial intelligence. Our solutions transform data into value resulting in increased operational efficiency\, reduced costs\, and improved outcomes. \nJamie Roseborough\, Business Development and Marketing Manager Secmation | https://secmation.com/ \nSecmation is an agile engineering services firm providing advanced DoD-level security design\, advanced technological solutions\, and consultation services for defense and commercial hardware and software applications. \nMichael Segundo Ortiz\, Ph.D.\, Cofounder\, Chief of Operations & Technology Cymantix\, Inc. | https://www.cymantix.com \nCymantix is a search and information retrieval company that connects the dots between unstructured data\, collapsing the time and resources required to collect\, process\, and analyze data\, leaving more time to think and act quickly. \nAfsaneh Rabiei\, Founder and CEO Advanced Materials Manufacturing | https://advancemnm.com \nMaterials Manufacturing | Light-Weight | Advance MNM \nAdvanced Materials Manufacturing’s technology provides lightweight materials that can save energy\, the planet\, and human life. AMM is the sole manufacturer and supplier of CMF and is bringing this revolutionary metallic material to global markets. Learn more about AMM. \nOur NC companies will share their innovative dual-use technology and how their technology solves a government challenge. Discussions will include how NC small businesses provide a sustained technological competitive advantage for the United States. \nThe Small Business Innovation Briefs are a part of the DEFTECH TIDE Program. If you want to be considered for future Coffee Call presentations\, please submit a TIDE Quad chart to deftech@ncmbc.us \nTo learn more about the SBIR/STTR processes or the TIDE Technology Scouting and Technology Transition Program\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the DEFTECH team at deftech@ncmbc.us \nDEFTECH TIDE: Technology\, Innovation\, Demonstration\, and Experimentation Program \nDEFTECH TIDE Program \nThe DEFTECH TIDE Program provides an opportunity for technology developers to demonstrate and experiment with new and evolving technological capabilities in an operationally relevant environment and obtain insight into federal technology gaps and emerging needs. \nShow up early at 0800 for the DEFTECH Early Bird or at the 0830 Opps Update to join the DEFTECH Team as we review current federal technology opportunities. \n*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call \n**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend\, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us \nConnection Instructions: \nDEFTECH Coffee Call 2022 \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,321842980#  United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 321 842 980# \nWebsite: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MGY3NTczY2QtNjkyYS00YjVmLTg4YmUtOTdjOTg2NDZmNGQ1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22c0495bcc-6df9-4950-8d49-b5f874ab28f0%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229d3523b2-835a-4474-83f0-b634bb0850a7%22%7d \n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-tide-small-business-briefs/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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UID:1232-1670511600-1670518800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:SBA North Carolina District Office Seeks Nominations for National Small Business Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Do you or someone you know have what it takes to become America’s “Small Business Person of the Year” for 2023? If so\, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) wants to hear from you! \nThe SBA is pleased to announce it is accepting nominations for the 2023 SBA Small Business Person of the Year and other National Small Business Week Awards. Visit the SBA’s dedicated website at www.sba.gov/nsbw to download forms\, criteria\, and guidelines for submitting a nomination. \nFor the North Carolina Small Business Person of the Year\, Exporter of the Year\, 8(a) Graduate of the Year\, Women’s Business Center of the Year\, and Small Business Development Center of the Year\, the North Carolina District Office must receive all nominations by electronic submission ONLY to the District’s BOX account found at www.sba.gov/nsbw no later than 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time on December 8\, 2022. \nAdditional nominations are being sought for disaster recovery\, federal procurement and small business investment company of the year; those nominations are to be submitted via separate box accounts as indicated in www.sba.gov/nsbw . \nTo obtain additional information\, please contact  Eileen.Joyce@sba.gov.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-north-carolina-district-office-seeks-nominations-for-national-small-business-week-2023/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T110000
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CREATED:20221202T150149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T150149Z
UID:1445-1670493600-1670497200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Balfour Beatty NC MATOC PROGRAM: Trade Partner Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Seeking construction contractors and SD\, SDB\, WOSB\, HUBZ\, VOSB\, and SVOSB business for the NC MATOC program issued by USACE Savannah. \nTHURSDAY\, DECEMBER 8\, 2022  \nVirtual Event via Teams — 10:00 a.m. \nNAICS CODES: 236220\, 237130\, 237130\, 238110\, 238120\, 238130\, 238140\, 238150\, 238160\, 238190\, 238210\, 238220\, 238310\, 238320\, 238330\, 238340\, 238350\, 238390\, 238910\, 238990 \nOutreach Registration Link \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/balfour-beatty-nc-matoc-program-trade-partner-opportunity/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155708Z
UID:626-1670400000-1670432400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:MindSpark Live! Organizing for the New Year - Time Management Tips For a Successful for 2023
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nHow much time do you spend in your business doing things that don’t contribute to your success? Effectively managing your time can produce results you never thought were possible before. This seminar will give you tools to prioritize\, set goals\, manage interruptions and use time blocking and to-do lists to avoid procrastination and get the most out of your day. \n\nCo-Sponsor(s): TenBiz \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/mindspark-live-organizing-for-the-new-year-time-management-tips-for-a-successful-for-2023/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T100000
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UID:1423-1669971600-1669975200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Coffee Call: The Potential Impacts of the Recent Elections on Defense
DESCRIPTION:A Discussion on the Potential Impacts of the Recent Elections on Defense  \nGuest Speakers: \nMr. Joe Corrigan\, Managing Director\, Government Affairs and Public Policy\,  Steptoe & Johnson LLP  \nJoe Corrigan offers clients a multidimensional understanding of the procedural\, regulatory\, and policy issues associated with the US defense market; the federal procurement of goods and services; major construction initiatives; and public/private partnerships. Joe focuses on appropriations for government defense contractors\, having extensive experience advising clients interested in selling equipment and services to the federal government. \nJoe routinely interacts with various sectors of the government\, including the Department of Defense\, Homeland Security\, and State\, and congressional defense committees. Joe also works with government contractors providing services for the military and the Coast Guard. Joe has experience shaping procurements for individual Soldier and Marine equipment\, including small arms\, ammunition\, radios\, body armor\, parachutes\, and other items worn or carried by dismounted forces. He is currently working on projects associated with the Army’s armored vehicle programs. He also assists clients with permits from the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and advises municipalities and companies on the USACE Civil Works Program. \nA former officer in the US Army\, Joe served in multiple assignments with the Army Corps of Engineers. Joe also served as the Army’s point-of-contact on Capitol Hill for Base Realignment and Closure\, military construction\, land conveyances\, and Army leasing programs. \nToday\, he routinely speaks on acquisition topics to associations and to students at the Army War College as well as the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy on the relationships between industry\, the military and the Congress. \nThomas J. “TJ” Stapleton President & Founder\, Stapleton & Associates\, Alexandria\, Virginia. \nTJ currently serves as the President of Stapleton & Associates\, LLC. Stapleton & Associates is a worldwide consulting firm that serves a “gold plated” client base that includes the world’s largest aerospace company\, the largest provider of microchips to the Pentagon\, and the world’s largest industrial battery company. Over a decade of successfully serving clients. TJ has a reputation on Capitol Hill and in the private sector as a positive\, proactive business leader. Having successfully built one of the most successful consulting firms in the Defense and National Security arena\, he is widely regarded as one of the finest consultants in the industry. \nIn the Pentagon\, he served in the Army Budget Office as an analyst and programmer for the Army budget office. He also served as a Congressional Fellow on Capitol Hill for Senator Christopher “Kit” Bond (MO). He then finished his military career serving in the Army Budget Liaison Office as a liaison between the Army and the Defense Appropriations committees on Capitol Hill. After retiring from the Army\, TJ went back to Capitol Hill to serve as the primary Defense staffer to Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (TX). \nA retired Army Officer\, TJ spent over 20 years serving his nation. With command and staff assignments worldwide\, he served in both Operation Just Cause (Panama-1989) and Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm (1990-1991). He was awarded the Bronze Star for Desert Shield/Desert Storm service. Additionally\, he is a survivor of the attacks on the Pentagon on 9/11. \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,321842980#  United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 321 842 980# \nFind a local number | Reset PIN \nLearn More | Meeting options \nWebsite: https://teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3Ameeting_MGY3NTczY2QtNjkyYS00YjVmLTg4YmUtOTdjOTg2NDZmNGQ1%40thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522c0495bcc-6df9-4950-8d49-b5f874ab28f0%2522%252c%2522
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/coffee-call-the-potential-impacts-of-the-recent-elections-on-defense/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T120000
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SUMMARY:Calling all North Carolina companies - selling globally? Join us!
DESCRIPTION:NORTH CAROLINA ONLINE GLOBAL PROGRAMS AND GRANTS \nGROW YOUR EXPORTS\, SALES\, BRAND AND BUSINESS \nJoin our webinar and learn from Mike Hubbard\, Director of International Trade at the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina as he talks about how they are helping North Carolina companies leverage online tools to grow their exports globally. \nListen to Jonathan Szucs\, President at Advanced Superabrasives Inc / Vice Chair of the North Carolina District Export Council as he shares his experience with the North Carolina Online Global Programs to grow their exports online in Canada and Mexico. \nJoin us as we share our experience and expertise on how online business development tools – localized websites\, ecommerce\, and online marketing – can help you be found\, be understood\, and be easy to do business with in your target markets. \nGrants available to support innovative solutions for business today. \nWhat will you learn?\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to make the internet work for you globally 24/7\, 365 days a year to help you grow your exports\, sales\, brand\, and business globally\n\n\n\nThe benefits of best-practice\, optimally localized business development websites\, and international online marketing\, Search Engine Marketing\, Social Media Marketing\, and Reporting and Analytics Programs\n\n\n\nCase studies of 20%+ YoY export growth and ROI. Best practices\, takeaways\, and live Q&A for your business\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/calling-all-north-carolina-companies-selling-globally-join-us/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20220824T145141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T134656Z
UID:380-1669798800-1669804200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Understanding and Utilizing MatchForce.org
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Understanding and Utilizing MatchForce.org” virtually on November 30\, 2022 from 0900-1030 \nAbout. This training is a comprehensive guide to using MatchForce as a tool for finding federal contracting opportunities and doing market research. In this training you will learn how MatchForce can be utilized to: match your business to contract opportunities automatically; effectively search and filter the internal database of federal contracting data; and help businesses (both prime and subcontractors) along with contracting officers do in-depth market research. Additionally\, prime contractors will learn how to use the search function to search for businesses to perform subcontracting tasks\, or to view businesses in an area that can perform work in certain industries. Potential subcontractors will learn how to use the search function to search for prime contractors that they may be able to partner with. Finally\, you will learn how to easily access MatchForce’s internal database of federal contracting opportunities\, government purchase card opportunities and future\, forecast opportunities to always be aware of opportunities for your business. \nRegistration. Registration is now closed. \nLog-in Credentials.\nJoin ZoomGov Meeting\nhttps://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616924234?pwd=SFJLcEN5Rk9wQzlZNnFCRjdDN1N2Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 161 692 4234\nPasscode: 810941 \nOne tap mobile\n+16692545252\,\,1616924234# US (San Jose)\n+16468287666\,\,1616924234# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 669 254 5252 US (San Jose)\n+1 646 828 7666 US (New York)\n+1 551 285 1373 US\n+1 669 216 1590 US (San Jose) \nMeeting ID: 161 692 4234 \n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/understanding-and-utilizing-matchforce-org/
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221117T174556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T174556Z
UID:1401-1669714200-1669744800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DANC Science & Technology Forum - East Carolina University  DoD Research Showcase
DESCRIPTION:You are invited \nAdvance registration requested\, this is an in-person Defense Alliance of NC S&T Forum held in collaboration with East Carolina University (ECU)\, Tuesday November 29\, 2022\, badge pickup and coffee with our speakers start 9:30AM\, Lunch and Reception included (No Cost\, but advance registration required) location is East Carolina University\, Greenville NC. The registration link below\, will provide meeting room location\, directions\, parking info. The Detailed Agenda listing over 15 Speakers\, Bios\, their DoD Research here: https://bit.ly/3Gazik2   … if any questions\, my contact info is below\, we look forward to your attending.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/danc-science-technology-forum-east-carolina-university-dod-research-showcase-2/
LOCATION:East Carolina University – Student Center\, 501 E. 10th Street\, Greenville\, NC\, 27858
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221014T134134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T135245Z
UID:1248-1669714200-1669744800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DANC Science & Technology Forum - East Carolina University DoD Research Showcase
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our November Science & Technology educational forum in support of East Carolina University DoD showcase of researchers on Tuesday\, November 29 at the Main Campus Student Center in Greenville\, N.C.\n\n9:30am-10:30am Coffee (hosted by ECU)\n10:30am-11:25am Program & Speakers\n11:25am-11:50am Lunch (hosted by DANC)\n11:50am-4:00pm Program & Speakers\n4:00pm-6:00pm Reception (hosted by NCBiotech)\n\n\nThis session will include a showcase of ECU researchers focused on: \nHuman performance\nBiomechanics\nBiochemical/Biomedical\nOverwater acoustics\nDatabase optimization\nSpiritual/mental readiness\nProlonged casualty care\nNeurocognition\nUnmanned underwater vehicles\nmTBI \nClick on the link below for more details and to confirm your registration! \nGet more information\nRegistration is free but required
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/danc-science-technology-forum-east-carolina-university-dod-research-showcase/
LOCATION:East Carolina University – Student Center\, 501 E. 10th Street\, Greenville\, NC\, 27858
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221122T153548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T153548Z
UID:1407-1669633200-1669640400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Small Business Town Hall in the Greenville NC Area!
DESCRIPTION:Join U.S. Representative G.K. Butterfield and SBA Southeast Regional Administrator Allen Thomas for a Small Business Town Hall. \nBusiness owners\, aspiring business owners\, and students are welcome to attend plus the general public\, and learn from entrepreneurs and gain real world insights on what it takes to succeed. Small business owners and business counselors will share lessons learned. \nMonday\, November 28\, 2022 \n11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Doors Open at 10:45am \nPitt Community College\, Goess Student Center\, \n169 Bulldog Run\, Winterville\, NC 28590 \n  \nSpeakers Include: \nCongressman GK Butterfield \nSBA Southeast Regional Administrator Allen Thomas \nLocal Small Business Owners \nLocal Business Assistance Partners \nState & Federal Business Supporters \nRegistration is required to attend.\nClick Here
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-business-town-hall-in-the-greenville-nc-area/
LOCATION:Pitt Community College\, Goess Student Center\, 169 Bulldog Run\, Winterville\, NC\, 28590
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221108T200736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T200813Z
UID:1377-1668762000-1668765600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DEFTECH Announcement: Coffee Call:  NCSU Coastal\, Underwater\, & Big Data Technologies
DESCRIPTION:MARK YOUR CALENDAR….. Friday\, Nov 18\, 2022\, @ 0900-1000 ET DEFTECH “Hybrid” Coffee Call – where discussion trumps powerpoint  (TEAMS Link Below) \nLocation:  TEAMS Call or In-Person at: North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus\, Venture Center\, \, 910 Main Campus Dr\, Raleigh\, NC.    Parking behind the building and parking passes will be provided when you park. \nTopics:  We will hear about 3 NCSU Innovation Projects: Coastal Environmental; Underwater Autonomy; and Big Data & Analytic Sciences.   Each will present for 10 minutes. After all have presented\, discussion and Q&A.  For those attending in-person\, there may be some tours afterwards \nGuest Speakers: TBD\, but discussion will be led by MG Nick Justice (USA\, Ret). \nVirtual Connection Instructions: \nDEFTECH Coffee Call 2022 \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,257223277# United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 257 223 277# \nCoffee Call 2022 Link / URL \nhttps://tinyurl.com/y553vjcr \nWebsite: https://deftech.nc.gov
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-announcement-coffee-call-ncsu-coastal-underwater-big-data-technologies/
LOCATION:Hybrid Event\, North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus\, Venture Center\, Raleigh\, NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221115T151407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T151447Z
UID:1380-1668758400-1668765600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:**In-Person** Hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call
DESCRIPTION:Team\, this is the last DEFTECH Coffee Call for the month of November (Happy Thanksgiving).  We hope you can join us in person. You won’t want to miss the great conversations and connections. \nHowever\, please register for the in-person event (details below). \nIf you are attending in person\, you will want to leave plenty of time for parking.  We will send out parking information to those who register to attend.   \nWe will begin the early session at 8 am ET sharp. \nFriday\, Nov 18\, 2022\, @ 0800-1000 ET DEFTECH “Hybrid” Coffee Call (TEAMS Link Below) \nDEFTECH Coffee Calls – November is Space and Aerospace Month \nLocation:  TEAMS Call or In-Person at North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus\, Venture Center\, 910 Main Campus Dr\, Raleigh\, NC.  Parking behind the building and parking passes will be provided when you park. \nTopics:  We will hear about 3 NCSU Innovation Projects: \nCoastal Environmental \nUnderwater Autonomy \nBig Data & Analytic Sciences \nEach will present for 10 minutes.  Discussions and Q&A will follow the presentations.  For those attending in person\, we are planning for tours afterward. \nGuest Speakers: MG Nick Justice (USA\, Ret). will facilitate the session. \nRegistration (In-Person Only): Please register no later than Wednesday\, November 16\, 2022\, at 12 pm/noon ET. \nhttps://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zFtJwPltUEmNSbX4dKso8LIjNZ1ag3REg_C2NLsIUKdUOTJTMDNEMjNOWlRQUVZETVlRQUNZTE45Ry4u \nIf you are Not attending In-Person\, there is no need to register. The link for all Coffee Calls this year is the same (link at the bottom). Thank you\, and we look forward to joining you on Friday for the In-Person Coffee Call at the First Flight Venture Center (FFVC). \nShow up early at 0800 for the DEFTECH Early Bird or at the 0830 Opps Update to join the DEFTECH Team as we review current federal technology opportunities. \n*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call. \n**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend\, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us \nConnection Instructions: \nDEFTECH Coffee Call 2022 \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1980-296-2533\,\,321842980# United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 321 842 980#
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/in-person-hybrid-deftech-coffee-call-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-person/Microsoft Teams\, 3030 Hoskins Road\, Levan Hall Conference Room\,\, Fort Sill\, OK\, 73503
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221027T145413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T145617Z
UID:1334-1668684600-1668691800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:NCDOT Briefing with Cadmus Capehart\, PE
DESCRIPTION:NCDOT(Division 2 Construction Engineer) Cadmus Capehart\, PE will present on future projects happening in the New Bern and Havelock areas. \n\n\nBy Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Coastal Carolina Post\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\nThe NCDOT(Division 2 Construction Engineer) Cadmus Capehart\, PE. He will provide a brief overview of future projects in the area with details of the US 70 Havelock Bypass construction project and existing US 70 improvements between New Bern and Havelock. \n1130 meet at Miller’s Landing for buffet lunch and introductions \n1200 – 1300 program overview \nLook for base access information in the e-mail coming directly from the Post secretary.  Please arrive early as you will need to go inside the pass office to get your pass before proceeding to Miller’s Landing for an 11:30 arrival. \nPlease bring the following: \n\nan up-to-date vehicle registration card\nan up-to-date vehicle insurance card\na second form of picture ID\n\nGet tickets
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ncdot-briefing-with-cadmus-capehart-pe/
LOCATION:Miller’s Landing\, 4843 Jackson Drive\, Havelock\, NC\, 28532
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20220830T205633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T205816Z
UID:559-1668670200-1668704400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT FOR CONTRACTORS CLASS
DESCRIPTION:This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM\, Contractor and Government Responsibilities\, Quality Management Planning\, the Contractor’s QC Plan\, the Governments QA Plan\, the Pre-Construction Meeting\, the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting\, Submittals\, the Three Phases of Control\, Testing\, Documentation\, and Certification by the QC Manager that all procedures were done in accordance with the P&S.  Upon successful completion of this class\, a QC Certificate of Completion is awarded. \nRe-certification is required every 5 years. \nClass Hours: 7:30-5:00 \nLocation: James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C \n(unless otherwise stated) \nCost: $276.00 (includes materials) \nCall Carla Gavre @ 910-938-6302 or email gavrec@coastalcarolina.edu \nor\, Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email   coned@coastalcarolina.edu \nfor information on registering for this class.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/construction-quality-management-for-contractors-class-2/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221101T193730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T194614Z
UID:1356-1668600000-1668605400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:New Bern Lunch and Learn: Delivering Confident Small Business Communication
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Customer Relations\nWhether you’re facing an audience of friendly strangers or making a pitch for your business\, you can take charge of your nerves and be the most confident person in the room. Jane Maulucci\, The Reactive Voice\, will show us how to make an entrance\, manage an audience\, and deliver a message with a smile (when appropriate) and a boatload of certainty. She’ll explain how to be an engaging conversationalist to make people want to know more about you and your business. \nJane has been on radio\, television\, and stage\, both in front of the mic and working behind the scenes to make others look great. Now she’ll share her tricks of the trade to ensure you can boldly speak whenever you want. Join us for an insightful and humorous presentation on being a confident business communicator. \nLunch will be provided. \nSpeaker(s): Jane Maulucci\, The Reactive Voice\, LLC \nCo-Sponsor(s): New Bern Chamber of Commerce \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-638-1166\nEmail: sbc@cravencc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/new-bern-lunch-and-learn-delivering-confident-small-business-communication/
LOCATION:New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221026T155333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T155333Z
UID:1323-1668585600-1668704400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry (JAPBI)
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center encourages all textile and tactical equipment-related businesses in North Carolina to attend the free Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry. \nThe North Carolina Military Business Center will have several representatives in attendance at JAPBI – connect with the NCMBC and other textile-related representatives.  \nWhen.  November 16-17\, 2022 \nWhere.  Doubletree by Hilton (formerly Crowne Plaza) 2349 Marlton Pike West Cherry Hill\, NJ 08002\n​​\nEach year\, DLA Troop Support’s Clothing & Textiles supply chain hosts the Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry.  At the annual JAPBI\, the Clothing & Textiles team and our military service partners brief the industrial base on future requirements and business opportunities for clothing and individual equipment. \nIn addition to DLA Troop Support\, there are presentations from each of the services’ program offices\, including U.S. Army Soldier System Protection & Individual Equipment\, Navy Exchange Service Command\, Marine Corps Systems Command\, Air Force Uniform Office. \nThe 2022 JAPBI will be held on November 16-17 (registration beginning the evening of Nov. 15 from 4-7 p.m.) at the DoubleTree by Hilton (Cherry Hill /Philadelphia) located at 2349 Marlton Pike West (Rt. 70W) in Cherry Hill\, NJ 08002. (This is the former Crowne Plaza hotel that has been the site of previous JAPBIs – the hotel is under new ownership and has been partially renovated.) \nDay 1 will include all of the program offices (services and DLA) providing overview briefings as well as Brigadier General Eric Shirley as the keynote speaker.  Day 2 will consist of concurrent breakout sessions by product line or special topic.  The agenda will be posted in early November. \nTo view the 2021 program and presentations visit. http://go.pardot.com/e/934193/tiles-Industry-Support-Events-/cgbgj/148881789?h=Vd9iuYANhUlQwrmHgU2A3jNi7RXTO83tXCmyaOPJWJM
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/joint-advanced-planning-brief-for-industry-japbi/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton (formerly Crowne Plaza)\, 2349 Marlton Pike West\, Cherry Hill\, NJ\, 08002 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20220822T113641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T172638Z
UID:275-1668502800-1668508200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Introduction to Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)” virtually on November 15\, 2022 from 0900-1030 \nAbout. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is a web-based application that enables the vendor community to search for\, view\, and submit secure quotes on Requests for Quotations (RFQs). Through DIBBS\, users can search for and view Requests for Proposal (RFPs)\, Invitations for Bid (IFB)\, Awards\, and other procurement information. This training will provide an overview of DIBBS registration; searching solicitations; accessing technical data; submitting quotes; and searching awards. \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. To register\, click here.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/lorem-ipsum-dolor-6/
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221013T173744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T173744Z
UID:1236-1667984400-1668085200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot  North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:TWO-DAY INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP\nNovember 9 –10\, 2022\nThe goals and objectives of this workshop are to:  \n1. Assist participants in understanding the steps\, stages\, and activities related to launching and growing a business as a post-military career. \n2. Help participants understand how business ownership might align (or not) with their own personal strength and life goals. \n3. Provide introductory training and orientation to the fundamental tools and strategies associated with executing on plans to launch a new business. \n\nWondering what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot. \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nOwning a Veteran-Owned Small Business \nVeterans have the character\, discipline and skills needed to succeed as small business owners and entrepreneurs. Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot. \nAbout Boots to Business Reboot \nBoots to Business Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras\, Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve)\, and spouses are eligible to participate. \nDuring Reboot\, participants are introduced to the skills\, knowledge\, and resources they need to launch a business\, including steps for developing business concepts\, how to develop a business plan\, and information on SBA resources available to help. The program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors. \nParticipants that complete an in-person or online B2B Reboot course can elect to further their study through one of many B2B online courses\, offered at no cost to Service members\, Veterans and military spouses. \n\n\n\n\nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Sarah Espinosa at 910-672-2683 or sespinos@uncfsu.edu. \n\n\n\n\nWondering what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/boots-to-business-reboot-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Online event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20220822T113700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T141320Z
UID:273-1667984400-1667989800@www.ncmbc.us
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 November 9\, 2022 from 0900-1030 \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. To register\, click here.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/lorem-ipsum-dolor-8/
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221103T211523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T212755Z
UID:1364-1667916000-1667919600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Marching to VOSB Certification
DESCRIPTION:Join Associate Administrator Larry Stubblefield as he discusses the migration of CVE to the US Small Business Administration \n\n\nAbout this event\nSBA Associate Administrator Larry Stubblefield\, head of the SBA’s Office of Veteran Business Development\, joins the SBA’s Office of Field Operations to discuss the upcoming migration of the Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) from the Veterans Administration to the Small Business Administration. Associate Administrator Stubblefield will share how the process is moving and how this change will impact veteran-owned small businesses seeking certification. \nThis event is held as part of National Veteran Small Business Week where SBA celebrates the continued contributions of veteran-owned small businesses to their communities and the economy. \nWe look forward to you joining us for this informative webinar. \nAll SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. \nThis broadcast will be conducted through Microsoft Teams. You can download the Microsoft Teams app or go through a browser. Safari is not supported. Email Illinois (dot) do (at) sba (dot) gov with questions. \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/marching-to-vosb-certification/
LOCATION:Teams Live
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221012T164256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T164852Z
UID:1202-1667901600-1667916000@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:NCWorks Veterans' Job/Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Register now to participate in our “Veterans’ Job/Career Fair”. In light of this\, the NCWorks Career Center-Onslow County is facilitating a Veterans’ Job/Career Fair for employers and job seekers. \nWe are excited to announce that American Legion Burton Cowell Post 265\, 146 Broadhurst Rd.\, Jacksonville\, NC 28541\, has graciously offered the use of their site for this event and has free WIFI access! \nThe job/career fair will be conducted from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM\, on Tuesday\, November 8th\, 2022. There is NO COST associated with participation in this job fair to either employers or job seekers. The agenda is as follows: \n08:30 AM – 9:45 AM – check-in\, display set up \n09:50 AM – welcoming remarks\, recognition of sponsors and safety brief \n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – doors open to Veterans\, Active Duty and Eligible persons only \n11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – doors open to the general public\, Veterans\, Active Duty and Eligible persons \nPlease note: We will be observing and applying NC Department of Health Services Covid-19 mandates. Please\, bring masks\, hand sanitizer and wipes.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/1202/
LOCATION:American Legion Burton Cowell Post 265\, 146 Broadhurst Road\, Jacksonville\, NC\, 28541
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221031T160348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T160348Z
UID:1347-1667552400-1667556000@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call
DESCRIPTION:Topic:  US SPACE: Geospatial\, Sensor Data\, Weather\, AI/ML \nGuest Speaker: Dr. Patel is currently a Program Manager and Scientist supporting the Space and Artificial Intelligence Portfolios with the Defense Innovation Unit (Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering) in Mountain View\, California. Dr. Patel works primarily in geospatial data science\, leading efforts in adopting commercially-sourced satellite remotely sensed data (imagery and weather) and computer vision algorithms to support international and domestic needs like disaster response & climate change\, as well as national security needs such as detecting anomalous and nefarious activities abroad. Specifically\, Dr. Patel managed the program to build the first U.S. commercial synthetic aperture radar smallsats; capable of more frequent\, all-weather imaging of the earth at significantly reduced cost. Dr. Patel also led up partnerships with NASA and the United States Geological Survey. For example\, Dr. Patel led collaboration with multiple U.S. government and international agencies to create the “xView” series of international challenges to enlist the global community of machine learning experts towards tackling one of the Department of Defense’s hardest problems; detecting key objects in context in overhead imagery. xView has enabled thousands of developers to apply computer vision algorithms to things like identify property damage caused by natural disasters\, as well as illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing through automated dark vessel detection. Dr. Patel is also an Air Force veteran (Nov 2015 – Nov 2021) who has twice deployed overseas to provide combat search and rescue support (against ISIS (2018) and al-Shabab (2021)) and domestic contingency support (for COVID-19 and California fires in 2020) in the defense of the United States. Recently\, Dr. Patel has taken a part-time role as faculty in developing coursework at the University of Florida\, specifically for teaching students on how to use computer vision techniques for geospatial applications\, and an upcoming course on using quantum computing for geospatial applications. \nVirtual Connection Instructions: \nDEFTECH Coffee Call 2022 \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app \nClick here to join the meeting \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,257223277# United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 257 223 277# \nCoffee Call 2022 Link / URL \nhttps://tinyurl.com/y553vjcr \nWebsite: https://tinyurl.com/y553vjcr \nQuestions or assistance\, contact:\nNorth Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-2/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T134500
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20221017T132456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T132742Z
UID:1266-1667476800-1667483100@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Franchise Ownership Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Franchise Ownership Workshop\nConsidering business ownership now or in the near future?\nReady to leave your job and control your future?\nWant to start a business while keeping your job? \nThis “NO COST” event is for anyone that wants to:\n• Create their own corporate ladder\n• Enjoy career independence\n• Build equity in their own business\n• Start a business while employed\n• Learn about franchises expanding here\n• Learn about business financing options \nPresentations by Industry Experts:\n• Is franchise ownership right for you?\n• Financing options for your business\n• SCORE services to business owners \nPanel Discussions:\nAsk questions of and get answers from our panel of local franchise owners and franchise industry experts. \nThursday November 3rd\n12:00pm – 1:45pm \nAdditional information?\nMichael Hall – mhall@frannet.com\nAndrea Kelly – akelly@frannet.com\nDanny Fischer – danny.fischer@scorevolunteer.org
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/franchise-ownership-workshop/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T171255
CREATED:20220913T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155553Z
UID:624-1667390400-1667394000@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:MindSpark Live! Building Your Customer Avatar
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nKnowing who your ideal customer is changes everything – what you offer\, how and why you offer it\, pricing\, potential partnerships and many more. While you may feel like defining your ideal customer can exclude other audiences who might buy from you\, focusing on the right people brings clarity to your marketing efforts which ultimately leads to a more profitable business. This session is about getting to know the right people who will benefit from and pay for your products and services. Work on answering some essential questions to help you drill down on this issue and ultimately be able to define your ideal customer. \n\nCo-Sponsor(s): TenBiz \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/mindspark-live-building-your-customer-avatar/
LOCATION:Online
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