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SAME 2025 Tri-Regional Joint Engineering Training Symposium (JETS)
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-23
The SAME Jacksonville Post is hosting Joint Engineering Training Symposium (JETS) bringing together professionals from the Department of Defense, federal agencies, industry, and academia for two days of high-impact networking, training, and collaboration.
When. October 21 – 23
Where. Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville Florida
Why attend:

Engage with federal decision-makers
Explore contract opportunities
Network with industry experts

Event Schedule

October 21 – Golf and Welcome Event
October 22 – Technical Sessions and Networking Social
October 23 – Agency Program Briefings

Secure your spot today! Early bird registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open.
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Construction Quality Management for Contractors at Coastal Carolina Community College
2025-10-21 07:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Coastal Carolina Community College, James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg, Jacksonville, NC
Construction Quality Management for Contractors
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.
Re-certification is required every 5 years.
Class Hours: 7:30-5:00
Location: Coastal Carolina Community College – James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg., Room 104 B/C (unless otherwise stated)
Cost: $301.00 (includes materials)
2025 CQM Class Dates
10/21/25-Tuesday
11/18/25-Tuesday
Call Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email coned@coastalcarolina.edu, or Carla Watkins @ 910-938-6302 or email watkinsc@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class.
Please note: There are no fee exceptions for this class. No refunds or transfers of dates or students are allowed for this class. In the event the class is canceled by the institution (Coastal) a refund or a transfer of dates shall be granted.

GovCon Connect: Fall Series - Navigating NC's Government Contracting Landscape
2025-10-21 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Understanding the Basics of Government Contracting
New to Government Contracting? Join the GovCon Webinar Series to get started with essential knowledge over seven sessions. Covering business readiness, SAM and DSBS registration, NAICS codes, certifications, and more, each session features a 60-minute expert presentation followed by 30 minutes of Q&A and personalized advice from GCAP counselors.
Attend all sessions or just the ones that interest you—perfect for entrepreneurs and small businesses new to government contracting.
October 21: Navigating NC’s Government Contracting Landscape
SBTDC Event Page and Registration

AFCEA: Space Industry Days 2025
2025-10-22 - 2025-10-23
The Space Industry Days planning team is closely monitoring impacts from the government shutdown. At this moment, we are still planning to host Space Industry Days on Oct 22-23.
However, if the government shutdown is not resolved by Oct 14, we are working with our venue host (LAX Marriott) to move the dates to early 2026.
We are also working with the Space Enterprise Consortium team and NDIA Space Division for the Peter B. Teets Awards Dinner to move all of the events to the same future week, if possible.
We will post updates as we have them to this registration site.
When. October 22 – October 23, 2025 from 8:00am – 5:00pm
Where. Los Angeles Airport Marriott
5855 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, California, 90045, United States
AGENDA
Click Here for Agenda
Space Industry Days intends to have an agenda this year spanning two full days and including the following proposed events:
– Keynote speakers from U.S. Space Command, SSC/CC and Space Development Agency
– USAF/USSF leadership speeches
– Updates from SSC mission areas and functional support offices: Space Sensing; Communications and Positioning, Navigation and Timing; Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power; Battle Management, Command, Control and Communications; Assured Access to Space; International Affairs Office, Space System Integration Office, Warfighter Integration Office, and Commercial Services Office
– Perspectives from the Space Rapid Capabilities Office, Space Industry Panel, Small Business Panel, and other possible panels
– Opportunities for side sessions with “Meet the PMs” (in-person only)
– Exhibit hall (in-person only)
WELCOME
AFCEA Los Angeles, the General Bernard A. Schriever Chapter of the Air and Space Forces Association (AFA), the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Greater Los Angeles Chapter, and the Southern California Aerospace Professional Representatives (SCAPR) are proud to announce Space Industry Days on October 22-23, 2025.
Space Industry Days provides industry an opportunity to receive presentations from US Air Force, US Space Force, and Space Systems Command (SSC) senior leadership on current and emerging opportunities. The conference will focus on the future of military space in the new DoD Service. USAF/USSF Senior Leaders and SSC program offices will share their plans for the next five years and panels of industry representatives will provide their perspective on challenges they are facing as they develop aerospace solutions.
The event will provide an environment for participating attendees from both the government and commercial sectors to interact on the issues important to the future of SSC. The feedback generated from the Space Industry Day will help inform government and industry alike as they work though the major issues challenging the future of the nation’s space capability.
The first day will kick off with a welcome and comments by SSC/CC, followed by multiple senior leader presentations and industry panels. The second day will also include a full day’s agenda of government and industry presentations and is planned to conclude around 4 p.m. (Pacific time).
We will provide all briefings that are cleared for public release on our website following the event.
SPONSORSHIPS
As with past events, we are offering unique sponsorship opportunities. Click Here For Sponsorships.
Sponsorship Contact: Wayne Kauffman, FarWest.President@afa.org, 818-665-9911.

10/23 - Opps Talk: Aerospace, Ground Vehicles and Maritime
2025-10-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.
Designed to keep North Carolina businesses informed and engaged, “Opps Talk” will connect industry, academia, and resource partners with current, emerging, and future federal contract opportunities in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunities into contracts that expand businesses, grow jobs, and improve quality of life in North Carolina.
Opps Talk sessions will occur every Thursday starting at 0900 and highlight contract opportunities within key industries in North Carolina.
Participants are encouraged to ask questions and schedule an appointment for one-on-one technical assistance.
This is a free virtual session.

0900 – Aerospace
Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/cuEGoG7BSQSVnJ7_kT0zFA

Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE)
Space Systems Command Office of Small Business Programs Info

0930 – Ground Vehicles and Maritime
Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/n5VDPdu5SguITXU9kvotjA
Ground Vehicles

Reducer Hose, Copper Alloy
Piston, Probe Assembly, Aluminum Alloy Cast Material
Tube Assembly, Metal

Maritime

3228 CESWG Survey Vessel
NextGen Logistics Ship Concept Design MAC
Environmental ship motion forecasting (ESMF) Future opp
Tile RFI

US Coast Guard Contracting Summit
2025-10-27
You are invited to attend the 2025 U.S. Coast Guard Contracting Summit – One of the Top Defense Events of 2025!

When. October 27, 2025
Where. Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center,
11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA, 20190

The U.S. Coast Guard has welcomed the nearly $25 billion investment included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — marking the largest single commitment of funding in Service history.
This investment strengthens every facet of Coast Guard operations and supports the Service’s role as the Nation’s leading drug interdiction and maritime border security force.
This funding will allow the Coast Guard to procure an estimated 17 new icebreakers, 21 new cutters, over 40 helicopters and six C-130J aircraft while modernizing shore infrastructure and maritime surveillance systems. The package also strengthens the Coast Guard’s ability to counter drug and human trafficking, conduct search and rescue, enhance navigational safety and enable maritime trade.

US Forest Service Industry Day
2025-11-03 08:00 - 2025-11-04 16:00
The SBTDC, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service, is hosting a two-day Industry Day focused on connecting local businesses and contractors with critical Hurricane Helene recovery contracting opportunities in Western North Carolina. This event will provide comprehensive training, technical assistance, and direct access to Forest Service program managers overseeing recovery projects valued at millions of dollars.
When. November 3-4 | 9:00am – 4:00pm
Where. WNC Agriculture Center (Boone Building) – Fletcher, NC
Agenda.

Day 1 will feature presentations from the USDA Forest Service and SBA covering contracting opportunities, application processes, and technical program requirements across five key recovery areas: roads restoration, stream and watershed restoration, bridge reconstruction, trails rehabilitation, and boundary line surveying.
Day 2 will provide intensive hands-on support with expert assistance tables offering live SAM.gov registration help, BPA application completion, financial readiness assessments, and partnership facilitation

Why Attend.

Direct access to USDA Forest Service contracting officers and program managers
BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) contract tools training
One-on-one technical assistance for contractor onboarding
SBA certification guidance and financial assistance resources
Networking opportunities with federal agencies and regional contractors
Multi-state collaboration (NC, VA, TN, SC)

This event is designed to remove barriers and accelerate local contractor participation in the regions recovery and rebuilding efforts.
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Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner
2025-11-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Online event
To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.
Speaker(s): Tim Malone
Co-Sponsor(s): North Carolina Military Business Center
When. Friday, November 3, 1:00pm – 3:oopm
Where. Online
A Zoom Link will be sent prior to your class. Cape Fear Community College will be responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities have equal, effective and meaningful access to all programs, goods, and services through the use of nondiscriminatory policies and procedures and the provision of reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids, and services as indicated necessary by the functional limitations of a qualified disability. Please note that accommodation requests may take up to two weeks to process. You can contact us at 910-362-7216 or email: ghayes@cfcc.edu if you require accommodation for a disability. Thank you!
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America Makes Fall Technical Review & Exchange (TRX)
2025-11-04 - 2025-11-06
Registration for the Fall America Makes Technical Review & Exchange (TRX) is now open! The event will be hosted by EPRI, November 4-6, in Charlotte, NC. Members and non-members are encouraged to attend as America Makes project partners will showcase the progress made in their research and development to advance additive manufacturing.
What is TRX? The Technical Review & Exchange (TRX) showcases the ongoing and successful America Makes projects portfolio by sharing the research and development of AM within our contracted project efforts. Project engineers, managers, and partners can collaborate and update stakeholders on the progress of projects underway to advance additive technology. TRX allows the opportunity for members/partners to host the event platform to increase awareness within their region by inviting keynote speakers, their network, partners, and stakeholders. This platform features the abilities and efforts of America Makes to collaborate, catalyze, and convene the AM industrial base.
IMPORTANT: All non-government attendees (including contractors) are required to have a government Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Logistics Information Service certified DD Form 2345 to attend Day 3 (November 6, 2025) of the event. Registration closes October 10.
When. November 4, 2025 – November 6, 2025
Learn more and register.

Taking the Leap for Military Entrepreneurs, November 2025
2025-11-04 18:00 - 2025-11-25 20:00 | Online event
Embarking on a business journey without proper guidance can feel overwhelming. Why take the leap without the essential tools for success?
These military cohorts—designed for active, reserve, spouse, or veterans—offer an opportunity for high-potential startups and founders to network with fellow military-connected entrepreneurs, as well as members of the North Carolina Veterans Business Association. Through interactive learning, participants will receive personalized guidance from experienced instructors and guest mentors, with a focus on how to leverage the skills and benefits of your military status.
One of the biggest barriers military entrepreneurs face is access to funding. We provide information and introductions.
Participants can anticipate acquiring the following:

Business Plan Templates / Outlines / Guides
Financial Projection Templates
Intellectual Property Guide
Digital Marketing Strategies
Market and Industry Insights
Customer Discovery Techniques
Startup Checklist

Our program requires an application for admission. Seats are limited, so apply now to secure your spot and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey!

All SBTDC events are open to everyone interested in learning more about entrepreneurship. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact: info@sbtdc.org

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Webinar: Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors
2025-11-05 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom for Government
The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates:

February 5, 2025 from 0900-1030
November 5, 2025 from 0900-1030

About. 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.
Registration. 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.
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How to Start a Small Business- MCB Camp Lejeune
2025-11-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC
Are you thinking about starting your own business? Not sure what steps to take or which ones to take first? This seminar was designed to provide basic information to individuals who are thinking about starting a business. This information includes critical ingredients for start-up success such as: feasibility studies; market demographics; funding sources; and business owner support. This class is open to all active duty military, veterans, and their immediate family members with base access.
When. November 5, 2025
Where. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, John A. Lejeune Education Center, Room 112, Camp Lejeune
Speaker(s): Brian Vinciguerra, Owner – Cracked it Escape Games
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Webinar: Introduction to Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)
2025-11-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom for Government
The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)” virtually on the following dates:

February 12, 2025 from 0900-1030
November 12, 2025 from 0900-1030

About. 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.
Registration. 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.
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Past Performance and Corporate Experience - Government Contracting Foundations
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
The U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer – and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap.
The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys, how to register, what certifications mean, how to define your company’s capabilities, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete.
Whether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business, this series gives you practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way.
When. November 12, 2025 from 10:00am – 11:30am
Where. Online
Note: These sessions are focused on federal contracting – how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts.

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 4: Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 5: Capability Statements
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 6: The Federal Sales Cycle
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 7: Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon
Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon

Session 3 – Past Performance and Corporate Experience Define what you can really bring to the table. Before you can market to the government, you need to know what capabilities and experience you have to offer. This session shows you how to frame your past work (even commercial work) in “government-ready” language and identify the strengths you want to highlight.
Reena Bhatia of the NC Military Business Center at Wake Tech will provide a basic overview of essential topics.
This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you’ve never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration.
Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don’t have any technical issues.

Speaker(s): Reena Bhatia
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USACE Charleston District Industry Day & Annual Oyster Roast
2025-11-13 09:00 - 21:00 | Ave of Remembrance
Join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District, for an Industry Day presented in partnership with SAME Charleston Post!
This signature event is your chance to connect directly with the USACE Charleston District and industry leaders. Whether you’re a prime contractor looking to expand your network or a small business eager to break into federal work, you’ll walk away with valuable insights, contacts, and opportunities.
When. November 13 from 9:00am – 9:00pm
Where. Ave of Remembrance, Charleston, SC, 29409
Here’s what’s in store:

FY26 Program Preview – Get a first look at upcoming work and priorities.
Face-to-Face & Table Talk Sessions – Connect directly with USACE Project Managers, government representatives, and prime contract holders through small group discussions. These interactive sessions provide an unmatched opportunity to learn about upcoming projects, ask questions, and build meaningful relationships.
Prime Contractor Perspectives – Hear tips and strategies on how to team successfully and collaborate on upcoming projects.

If you’re a small business ready to partner with USACE Charleston District, this is the place to make it happen.
And don’t miss the SAME Charleston Post Oyster Roast and Annual Awards from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM—the perfect way to end the day with great food, great company, and even more networking. Located at Pierce Park Pavilion, 1801 Pierce St, Charleston, SC 29492.
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Smart Prompts, Smarter Factories: AI Agents & Prompt Engineering for Manufacturers – Webinar
2025-11-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar via Zoom
Join us for a practical webinar designed for manufacturers ready to explore the power of AI agents and prompt engineering.
You’ll learn how to move beyond buzzwords and start building real value with AI—no coding background required. We’ll introduce frameworks to help you craft powerful prompts that guide AI tools like ChatGPT, and we’ll walk through a hands-on case study: designing a basic AI agent to monitor machine maintenance hours.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
Who Should Attend:

plant managers
engineers
quality professionals
anyone curious about how to apply AI on the shop floor

Presenter
Adrianne Kroll
Assistant Director of Quality, NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions
Email: adrianne_kroll@ncsu.edu | Phone: 757.277.4303
Adrianne Kroll is assistant director of quality for NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES). Adrianne began her career in the defense industry, supporting Navy nuclear aircraft carrier and submarine design and construction as a systems engineer. She also supported the US Military as an analyst for the United States Joint Forces Command. She has led various cross-functional teams, with employees on all levels including upper management, in documenting processes, identifying waste and brainstorming improvements in customer support, information technology, engineering and supply chain management. She has helped companies implement metrics to track on-time delivery and customer satisfaction. She has experience in systems & industrial engineering, risk management, requirements management, configuration & change management and business process improvement. She has a B.S. in electrical engineering technology, a M.S. in systems engineering and a Six Sigma Green Belt. Her main focus is quality management systems but her expertise includes business process mapping and project management.

Meeting the U.S. Defense Imperative: Challenges and Opportunities in the Development of the Defense Industrial Base Workforce
2025-11-13 10:00 - 11:00
Join us virtually November 13 at 10 a.m. Eastern for a joint session, “Meeting the U.S. Defense Imperative: Challenges and Opportunities in the Development of the Defense Industrial Base Workforce,” hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the National Institute for Industry and Career Advancement (NIICA).
When. November 13 from 1000-1100
Where. Online
As the U.S. works to modernize its defense capabilities, the need for a strong, skilled workforce has never been clearer. This discus sion will explore how workforce readiness and talent pipelines shape the nation’s ability to meet the defense imperative—and what it will take to ensure the people behind the technology are ready to deliver.
This session will examine:

The Defense Imperative: What the U.S. must deliver across land, sea, and air to maintain readiness and resilience.
Workforce Readiness Today: How talent shortages in engineering, production, and logistics affect national security.
Building Capacity: How training, apprenticeships, and coordinated workforce strategies can strengthen and scale the defense industrial base.
Cross-Sector Collaboration: How industry, government, and education partners can align to grow the next generation of cleared and skilled talent.

This joint CSIS–NIICA session brings together experts from industry, government, and education to discuss actionable ideas for strengthening the workforce behind America’s defense and industrial capacity.
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Construction Quality Management for Contractors at Coastal Carolina Community College
2025-11-18 07:30 - 17:00 | Coastal Carolina Community College, James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg, Jacksonville, NC
Construction Quality Management for Contractors
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.
Re-certification is required every 5 years.
Class Hours: 7:30-5:00
Location: Coastal Carolina Community College – James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg., Room 104 B/C (unless otherwise stated)
Cost: $301.00 (includes materials)
2025 CQM Class Dates
11/18/25-Tuesday
Call Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email coned@coastalcarolina.edu, or Carla Watkins @ 910-938-6302 or email watkinsc@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class.
Please note: There are no fee exceptions for this class. No refunds or transfers of dates or students are allowed for this class. In the event the class is canceled by the institution (Coastal) a refund or a transfer of dates shall be granted.

Intro to Federal Contracting
2025-11-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Central Piedmonth Community College, 1125 Charlottetowne Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28204
Join Fran Perez-Wilhite, with the North Carolina Military Business Center to learn more about federal contracting for small businesses.
To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.
When. November 18 from 1:00p-3:00p
Where. Central Piedmont Community College Small Business Center
Levine Information Technology Room LT 1140
1125 Charlottetowne Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: 704-330-6736
Email: sbc@cpcc.edu

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Unlocking the Potential of the German (Bio)Pharma Market | GLOBE
2025-12-02 10:00 - 23:00 | Online
Join the EDPNC for an exclusive webinar on the German (bio)pharmaceutical market, the fourth largest in the world and a global leader in research, development, and production. Discover the strengths that make Germany a powerhouse in the pharmaceutical industry and explore the opportunities it offers for international companies. This webinar is designed for international companies eager to explore the opportunities within the German (bio)pharma market. Whether you’re looking to export, invest, expand, or stay informed, this session will provide valuable knowledge and actionable insights.
When. December 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Where. Webinar
Topics Covered:

Overview of the German (bio)pharma market
Insights into Germany’s leading role in R&D and production
The German reimbursement and pricing system for pharmaceuticals

This session is organized by GLOBE – Global Life Sciences Opportunities Business Exchange, an Intellectual Exchange Group with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center. GLOBE partners include the U.S. Commercial Service, Small Business & Technology Development Center, and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina.
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2025 Introduction to Federal Contracting Webinar
2025-12-03 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom for Government
The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates:

January 15, 2025 from 0900-1030
April 9, 2025 from 0900-1030
August 6, 2025 from 0900-1030
December 3, 2023 from 0900-1030

About. 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.
Registration. 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.
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Explore JSOC’s R&D Priorities – Join the NC CDR Webinar Dec 3
2025-12-03 11:30 - 13:30 | First Flight Venture Center, 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, 27709, United States
Join the North Carolina Coalition for Defense Researchers (NC CDR), the North Carolina Military Business Center, and the First Flight Venture Center to hear from Mr. Tom Earnhardt, Deputy for Technology and Experimentation in the JSOC Modernization Division.
When. December 3 from 11:30 – 1:30 pm
Where. In-person at the First Flight Venture Center (2 Davis Drive, Durham, NC 27709) or Online via Zoom
In-person is limited to the first 40 attendees. ​​​​​​In-person is at max capacity. Online Option is available.
Lunch will be provided.
About. The JSOC Modernization Division, together with J8 Futures Division creates and maintains the Enterprise Gaps list, broken out by war fighting function. Gaps are addressed through wargaming and experimentation each year. Virtually all JSOC gaps are shared by Joint Force partners, so the JSOC speed and agility helps shape research and development efforts within the Department of War. Mr. Earnhardt will address these gaps with a focus on those requiring extensive scientific research to solve. Following his presentation, Mr. Earnhardt will remain to answer questions and meet with those in attendance.
Purpose. The CDR is to advance the collaboration among NC University researchers, the NC Innovation ecosystem, and the Defense sector to better identify, understand and pursue early stage research in support of national defense.
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Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner
2025-12-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Cape Fear Community College, 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC
To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.
Speaker(s): Tim Malone
Co-Sponsor(s): North Carolina Military Business Center
When. December 8 from 2:00p-4:00p
Where. Online, A Zoom Link will be sent prior to your class.
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Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell - Government Contracting Foundations
2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:30
The U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer – and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap.
The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys, how to register, what certifications mean, how to define your company’s capabilities, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete.
Whether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business, this series gives you practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way.
When. Wednesday, December 10, 10:00am-11:30am
Where. Online
Note: These sessions are focused on federal contracting – how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts.

Wed, Jan 14, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 5: Capability Statements
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 6: The Federal Sales Cycle
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 7: Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon
Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon

Session 4 – Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell Find out where the real opportunities are. We’ll show you how to research which agencies buy your products or services, using tools like SAM.gov, USASpending, and federal forecasts. You’ll learn how to spot demand trends and connect your offerings to real buyers.
Reena Bhatia of the NC Military Business Center at Wake Tech will provide a basic overview of essential topics.
This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you’ve never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration.
Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don’t have any technical issues.

Speaker(s): Reena Bhatia
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North Carolina Maritime Supply Chain (MaSC) Workshop
2025-12-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Carteret Community College, Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center 3915 US-70, Morehead City, NC 28557
The North Carolina Military Business Center and partner organizations will host the North Carolina Maritime Supply Chain (MaSC) Workshop in Morehead City on December 10, 2025. The workshop will connect national military shipbuilding prime and subcontractors with North Carolina businesses currently engaged – or seeking to engage – in the maritime supply chain.
Prime and subcontractors will share current and future requirements, identify gaps and highlight supply chain vulnerabilities. North Carolina businesses will showcase their capabilities, experience, and past performance relevant to government and prime contractor needs, with the goal of strengthening and expanding the military maritime supply chain in support of national strategy objectives.

When. December 10, 2025 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm.
Where. Carteret Community College, Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center
3915 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
Not based in Eastern NC? You can still join us virtually. Registration required to receive Zoom credentials.
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Agenda.
Tour (Optional): Carteret Community College’s Boat Building Skills Program

Time: 11:00 am
Location: Carteret Community College, MARTEC – Marine Trades Building, 300 College Circle, Morehead City, 28557
Those attending the tour should at the MARTEC Building 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
Join us for a tour of Carteret Community College’s (CCC) Boat Manufacturing and Marine Technology Program and be immersed in the craftsmanship, technology, and real-world training offered through this innovative program.
This guided tour highlights CCC’s role in supporting the region’s Blue Economy, preparing students for careers in marine trades, composites, and boat systems, and strengthening Carteret County’s identity as a hub of maritime excellence.

The tour will include a full tour of CCC’s Maritime Trades Building (MARTEC), the only comprehensive marine technology training facility in the Mid-Atlantic region. MARTEC houses the boat building program, Outboard Marine, Diesel, and US Coast Guard certification programs.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see how CCC is training the next generation of Blue Economy workers.

Please note that lunch will not be provided. A list of local restaurants can be found here.

Program at the Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center to follow the tour starting at 1:00 pm
Government Perspective: Maritime Industrial Base Supply Chain Needs & Requirements

Kerri Engley, Maritime Industrial Base Supplier Engagement Lead, US Navy
Scott Dorney, Executive Director, NC Military Business Center
Fiona Baxter, Associate Executive Director, Industry Expansion Solutions, North Carolina State University and North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative.

Prime Contractor Perspective: Maritime Industrial Base Processes

Sondra Roescher, Small Business Liaison at Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of Huntington Ingalls Industries

North Carolina Potential Prime Focus

Bob Skillen, Founder, VX Aerospace Corporation

North Carolina Industry Perspective

Lindsey Crisp, President & CEO, Carver Machine Works
Rick Evans, Product Development Manager, Business Development, TCOM
Dan Pead, President and Co-Founder, Virtus Maritime
James McCoy, Armor Technical Services Manager, Nucor Steel

Registration is closed for this event.

Medical Quarterly Industry Forum
2025-12-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for our quarterly industry-related forums that spotlight key federal opportunities and strengthen connections across North Carolina’s federal and defense contracting ecosystem. Each industry-specific quarterly session will connect businesses, government agencies, and prime contractors to discuss:

Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
Market and policy trends shaping the industry
Success stories and lessons learned from peers
Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These forums are part of our year-round commitment to industry engagement, building momentum towards major annual industry events like FEDTEX, DISC, MBB, FTS and the Summit ensuring that businesses stay connected and competitive in a rapidly evolving federal and defense landscape.
When. December 11, 2025 from 0900-1000
Where. This forum will be held in a virtual setting.
Agenda:

NCMBC updates and industry insights
Highlights of upcoming opportunities and capability gaps
Featured Presentation: Rick Satcher, Commercialization and Service Provider Member Relations Director for Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC). MTEC is a DoD-focused nonprofit that funds medical technology development. It operates under a government-awarded Other Transaction Agreement (OTA)—a flexible contracting vehicle that enables faster execution, broader collaboration, and engagement with a diverse range of innovators. MTEC drives military-civilian partnerships and fosters collaboration within an extensive ecosystem of small and large businesses, federal agencies, academic institutions, and other stakeholders. Funding is rapidly deployed to advance innovative medical technologies that improve military and civilian health worldwide.
Business Spotlight: Emily Wilburn Andrews, CEO of Wilburn Medical Supply. Wilburn Medical Inc. was founded in 1997 by Rick Wilburn to provide “Point of Care” testing equipment and supplies to Physicians, Clinics, Hospitals and Wellness Facilities. Rick’s goal was to “exceed customer expectations.” Wilburn Medical grew quickly and became an important supplier to healthcare organizations. In 2002 Wilburn Medical’s web presence grew into our first “E-Commerce” site. That site has become WilburnMedicalUSA.com with over 90,000+ items from over 500+ manufacturers.
Open Q&A and networking

Save the date for the 2026 Medical Quarterly Forums: March 12, 2026; June 11, 2026; and December 10, 2026
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Procurement Readiness Seminar
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Curious about getting government contracts? In this 2-hour webinar, you will learn how to create your capability statement and to navigate the procurement process with confidence, right here in your community. Learn how to access lucrative local contracting opportunities and boost your business’s visibility and credibility.
When. Thursday, December 11, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where. Online

Co-Sponsor(s): Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur & Business HUB
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Webinar: DoW and Army Procurement, Acquisition, & Budget Outlook
2025-12-16 09:00 - 10:30
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for a virtual discussion on recent Department of War (DoW) updates to procurement and acquisition processes, the Army’s new Transformation and Training Command, and the potential impacts on the upcoming DoW budget, RDT&E priorities, and small businesses.
The panel discussion will consist of Dr. Bruce Jette, former Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology and Mr. Joseph Corrigan, Principal, Corrigan & Ussery LLC, and moderated by Colonel (Ret) Dennis Lewis, Strategic & International Programs for the NCMBC.
When. December 16, 2025 from 0900 – 1030 EST
Registration. 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.
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Speaker Biographies:
Dr. Bruce D. Jette was confirmed by the United States Senate as the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT)) on December 20, 2017, and sworn into office on January 2, 2018. In this position, he served as the Army Acquisition Executive, the Senior Procurement Executive, the Science Advisor to the Secretary of the Army, and the Army’s Senior Research and Development official. He also has principal responsibility for all Department of the Army matters related to logistics.
Dr. Jette led the execution of the Army’s acquisition function and the acquisition management system. His responsibilities included providing oversight for the life cycle management and sustainment of Army weapon systems and equipment from research and development through test and evaluation, acquisition, logistics, fielding, and disposition. He was also responsible for appointing, managing, and evaluating program executive officers and managing the Army Acquisition Corps and Army Acquisition Workforce. In addition, he oversaw the Elimination of Chemical Weapons program.
Prior to his confirmation, Dr. Jette served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Synovision Solutions, LLC, an innovative company he founded to provide management and technical consulting, engineering services, and project management in support of military and governmental agencies, as well as commercial industry.
A decorated veteran of 28 years of active duty, Dr. Jette retired as a Colonel following a career that included several armor and cavalry company commands, two overseas tours, various staff assignments at the battalion and brigade level, and over two years of operational deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq and Kuwait. Highlights of his previous acquisition service include founding the U.S. Army Rapid Equipping Force; serving as Program Manager for Soldier Systems which led to the establishment of Program Executive Office Soldier; and being honored as U.S. Army PM of the Year for his success as Product Manager for all Army airborne electronic warfare systems.
Dr. Jette is a graduate of the United States Military Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering and Chemistry. He also holds both a Master of Science degree and a Doctorate in Electronic Materials from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He was an Adjunct Professor at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service Security Studies Program at Georgetown University.
Dr. Jette serves on several boards and is the President & CEO of Innvistra LLC, a consulting company focused on defense acquisition.
Joseph (Joe) Corrigan is a retired Army Officer with over 23 years of active-duty service in the 10th Mountain Division, the 3rd Infantry Division, and the 25th Infantry Division. While in the 25th Infantry Division, he deployed to Haiti as the Deputy Multi-National Force Engineer, providing combat engineering, construction, and real estate support to the Multi-National Force. Joe’s Corps of Engineers postings include assignments at the New York District’s West Point area office, the Mobile, Alabama, District, and the Honolulu, Hawaii, District. While in Mobile, he led a team of emergency management professionals and engineers to develop the cost estimate for the reconstruction of Iraq. He was then deployed as the leader of the Gulf Region Division’s advance party and later as the Division’s Operations Officer.
Joe served two tours in the Army’s Office of Legislative Liaison. During his first assignment, he worked with the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, handling Military Construction, installation issues, and land management. This position involved handling congressional notifications for above-threshold reprogramming actions and for lease notifications. He later became the Deputy Chief of the Programs Division, responsible for working with the Armed Services Committees on the entire Army legislative program. During his final tour, he served as the legislative assistant to the Secretary of the Army.
Following retirement, Joe worked in government relations, first for several law firms and more recently as a principal at Corrigan & Ussery. Today, Joe represents over twenty diverse companies in the fields of engineering, manufacturing, energy, armor, services, and aviation. He routinely works with the House and Senate Authorizing and Appropriations Committees. In addition to defense, he works with several other House and Senate authorizing committees. The Committees include House Foreign Affairs, Government Oversight and Reform, Homeland Security, Natural Resources, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, Small Business, Veterans Affairs, and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Additionally, he collaborates with the Senate counterparts of these Committees and the relevant appropriations subcommittees.
A 1982 West Point graduate, Joe earned a master’s degree in civil engineering from Purdue. He is a registered professional engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Introduction to Federal Contracting and the North Carolina Military Business Center: A Resource for Businesses in Forsyth County
2025-12-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Forsyth Community College, 2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, NC, 27103
Join Representative Kanika Brown in partnership with the North Carolina Military Business Center for an informative Federal Contracting workshop.
About. 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.
When. December 16, 2025 from 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Where. Forsyth Technical Community College
2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem NC, 27103
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Webinar: Introduction to Government Proposals and Source Selection Tips
2025-12-17 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom for Government
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for “Introduction to GovernmentProposals and Source Selection Tips virtually on the following dates:

January 29, 2025, 0900-1030
April 30, 2025, 0900-1030
August 20, 2025, 0900-1030
December 17, 2025, 0900-1030

About. Are you looking to navigate the complex world of government proposals with confidence and success? Join our introductory webinar on “Federal Government Proposal Best Practices” to gain invaluable insights and strategies that will elevate your proposal game to new heights. Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and position your proposals for success in the competitive government contracting landscape.
Agenda:

Understanding Government Procurement: Understand the government procurement processes and gain an overview of the key steps involved;
Strategic Planning: Learn how to develop a robust proposal strategy that aligns with government requirements and maximizes your chances of success;
Effective Research Techniques: Discover the importance of thorough research and how it can significantly enhance the quality of your government proposals;
Compliance and Regulations: Navigate the maze of compliance requirements and regulations to ensure your proposals meet the necessary standards;
Crafting a Compelling Proposal: Master the art of crafting persuasive and compelling proposals that stand out among competitors and resonate with government decision-makers;
Proposal Submission Tips: Get tips on the submission process, including common pitfalls to avoid and best practices for a smooth submission;
Source Selection: Get insider knowledge on how source selection panels evaluate contractor proposals.
Q&A Session: Engage our speakers during the Q&A session to address your specific queries and concerns.

Registration. Although this is a free webinar, registration is required to receive log-in credentials.​​​
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