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SUMMARY:Pay Transparency Compliance: Strategic & Practical Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Summary\nTransparency in the workplace is powerful and looking at pay transparency strategically can add value for both employees and employers. There are critical factors that organizations must understand about compensation transparency and the impact it has on the employee population. \nWhile pay transparency can benefit an organization and affect employee morale\, it’s about more than the strategic benefits – Across the U.S.\, employers are faced with different requirements in different jurisdictions related to pay transparency. \nJoin us and get critical insights and potential strategies you can use to meet your pay transparency goals\, including: \n\nMandatory pay data reporting requirements\nWage range disclosures\nLatest legal updates and developments\nBest practices and practical considerations\n\nADP remains at the forefront of helping employers understand the complex compliance\, financial\, and strategic issues surrounding workforce management. Tap into our expertise to ensure you’re in the best shape possible for future workplace changes that may come about along the way. \nJoin us today! \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/pay-transparency-compliance-strategic-practical-considerations/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:SBA7j - How to Beat Your Business Goals in 2023 *lunchtime learn*
DESCRIPTION:How do you achieve success? How do you scale up your business? How do you build new relationships? Executing a well-planned strategy is the only way to achieve your goals. This webinar will help you develop your business strategy for goal setting and execution for 2023. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba7j-how-to-beat-your-business-goals-in-2023-lunchtime-learn/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Working together. Solving problems. Securing North Carolina. \nHosted by NC-PaCE \n\n\nRaleigh\, NC    January 19-20\, 2023 \n \nOverview\nSave the date for the 2nd Annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium! The Symposium will provide participants with opportunities to deepen their knowledge of critical cybersecurity issues\, share and exchange ideas and knowledge\, and explore emerging opportunities in research\, education\, training\, and certifications. \nThe Symposium will feature keynotes from industry leaders\, lectures from cybersecurity experts\, panel discussions on a variety of important cyber topics\, hands-on learning\, an evening networking event\, student cyber research displays\, industry exhibitors\, and a Cyber Education Showcase with experts to help students with resumes. There is something for everyone at this event! \nThis exciting event is hosted by the Partnership for Cybersecurity Excellence (NC- PaCE) and takes place on January 19 and 20\, 2023\, on the beautiful campus of North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh\, NC. \n \n\n\nContact: ldrodger@ncsu.edu \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/north-carolina-cybersecurity-symposium/
LOCATION:Talley Student Union – 3rd Floor\, 2610 Cates Avenue\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606
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UID:1560-1674113400-1674147600@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 (unless otherwise stated) \nCost: $301.00 (includes materials) \n\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. \nPlease 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.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/construction-quality-management-for-contractors-class-3/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College
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SUMMARY:Industry Day- Remotely Piloted Vehicle Targets (RPVT) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)\, Fort Sill Oklahoma
DESCRIPTION:The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Fort Sill\, OK is hosting an Industry Day in support of The Fires Center of Excellence\, Fort Sill\, OK requirement to provide aerial target supplies/hardware for Joint Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Air Defense Artillery (ADA) training. \nWhen: 18 January 2023\, 10:00 A.M. CST \nWhere: Virtual\, via Microsoft TEAMS or in person at 3030 Hoskins Road\, Levan Hall Conference Room\, Fort Sill\, OK 73503 \nPlease send request for attendance to Ms. Jesslyan Ortiz Albino at Jesslyan.m.ortizalbino.civ@army.mil and to Ms. Nicole English at nicole.english.civ@army.mil no later than 13 January 2023. \nAttachment 1- Industry Day Agenda \nThis Industry Day is for informational and planning purposes only and shall NOT be construed as a Request for Proposal; therefore\, no contract will be awarded from this announcement. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with attending this event or any follow-up information requests. This notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose other than market research. \n*Any additional updates/information will be provided via revisions to this announcement.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/industry-day-remotely-piloted-vehicle-targets-rpvt-unmanned-aerial-vehicle-uav-fort-sill-oklahoma/
LOCATION:Talley Student Union – 3rd Floor\, 2610 Cates Avenue\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606
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SUMMARY:UNDERSTANDING AND UTILIZING MATCHFORCE.ORG
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Understanding and Utilizing MatchForce.org” virtually on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 18\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nApril 26\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nAugust 23\, 2023 from 0900-1030\nDecember 13\, 2023 from 0900-1030\n\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. 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/understanding-and-utilizing-matchforce-org-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T090000
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call Friday Jan 13 | SBIR/STTR Checklist Overview
DESCRIPTION:DEFTECH Coffee Calls \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. \nDEFTECH Coffee Call \nJoin us this Friday\, January 13\, 2023\, @ 0900-1000 ET DEFTECH Coffee Call (TEAMS Link Below) \nTopic: DEFTECH SBIR/STTR Checklist Overview \nGuest Speaker: Jim Hargrove\, NC DEFTECH Strategic Consultant \nDescription: The North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) is excited to release the Checklist and Procedures for businesses considering Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. \nNorth Carolina is the “Frontline of the Future\,” supporting the Nation’s defense and homeland security to provide technological overmatch in a changing joint and multi-domain operational environment. \nThe PURPOSE of this document is to provide a quick “one-stop” reference for companies considering pursuing SBIRs or STTRs\, who are unfamiliar with the requirements and how to get started. \nThis document is only a guide; formal documentation and instructions are developed\, distributed\, and maintained by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) and SBIR/STTR participating Federal Agencies. \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 \nCoffee Call.* \n**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend\, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us \nAdditional Links: \nYou can download a copy of the Checklist and presentation slides from the NC DEFTECH Shared Resources Folder: \nDEFTECH SBIR/STTR Checklist \nDEFTECH Shared Resources \n2023 DEFTECH Coffee Call Connection Instructions: \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer\, mobile app\, or room device  \nClick here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 286 586 268 492 \nPasscode: SG3mYd \nDownload Teams | Join on the web \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,849190916# United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 849 190 916# \nFind a local number \nWebsite: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzE1OTRlYzgtMWFmNC00YzNkLThkY2UtODFlYjZhMTM4NWEz%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
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-friday-jan-13-sbir-sttr-checklist-overview/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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UID:1491-1673524800-1673532000@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE! SAME Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please save the date for our January 12\, 2023  \nGeneral Membership Post Meeting \nWhere: Seymour Johnson AFB \nTopic : Seymour Johnson AFB Construction Programs \nPresenter: Terrance Mathieu\, 4th Civil Engineering Flight\, SJAFB \nTime: 12:00 Noon \n\nMore Details coming soon! \nSAVE THE DATE !
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/save-the-date-same-meeting/
LOCATION:Seymour Johnson AFB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T103000
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UID:1042-1673427600-1673433000@www.ncmbc.us
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T170000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T103000
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UID:561-1670922000-1670927400@www.ncmbc.us
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T170000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221207T222314Z
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UID:1472-1670572800-1670580000@www.ncmbc.us
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221013T172403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T172850Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20220913T155708Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221128T231057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T231057Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221122T191007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T192036Z
UID:1412-1669888800-1669896000@www.ncmbc.us
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:20260404T101955
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:20260404T101955
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
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:20260404T101955
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221027T145413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T145617Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T170000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T133000
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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:20260404T101955
CREATED:20221026T155333Z
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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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