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SUMMARY:SBA Announces Inaugural Small Business Cyber Summit to Take Place During National Cybersecurity Month
DESCRIPTION:On October 26\, the SBA Will Convene Experts from the Cybersecurity and Business Worlds to Share Best Practices and Practical Tools to Help Small Businesses Bolster Their Cyber Defenses\n\nAdministrator Isabella Casillas Guzman\, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration announced that the agency will host a free\, virtual National Cyber Summit on Oct. 26\, 2022. This cybersecurity forum\, a first for the agency\, will help introduce American small businesses to tools\, tips\, and resources to bolster their cybersecurity infrastructure in addition to exploring new trends and challenges entrepreneurs are increasingly facing. \n“America’s small businesses are pivoting to digital technologies and online strategies at historic rates to reach new customers and improve operational efficiencies\, but that pivot has also exposed them to significant new threats from cyberattacks\,” said SBA Administrator Guzman. “Our SBA team has mobilized to support them against these potentially disruptive threats with cybersecurity resources and trainings across our resource partner networks\, as well as through our recently launched Small Business Digital Alliance. Launching the SBA’s first annual Cybersecurity Summit will help us build on that work and ensure America’s 33 million small businesses and innovative startups can pivot safely online and grow resilient businesses.” \nThe summit comes on the heels of the recently announcedawardees for the SBA’s new pilot program created to help emerging small businesses steel themselves against cyber-attacks. \nRegistration for the event is open to all and free. Sign up:\n Click Here
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-announces-inaugural-small-business-cyber-summit-to-take-place-during-national-cybersecurity-month/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Day 2: 2022 COAST GUARD EDUCATION & CAREER FAIRS FOR SECTOR NORTH CAROLINA
DESCRIPTION:DAY 2: The events will be held from 1000 to 1300 each day and while we try very hard to accommodate all interested institutions be advised that attendance may be limited to approximately 25 college representatives because of limited space – this number will be determined by each the designated POC.  Each Education Services Officer will be advertising this event to local commands/units as well as reserve forces and other DOD units. \nWilmington\, NC event: Tuesday October 26th\, 2022 \nPOC: CWO Dave Getchell \nEmail/Phone: David.W.Getchell@uscg.mil Phone (910) 772-2222 \nLocation: Armed Forces Reserve Center. 3623 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington\, NC 28412 \n  \nAtlantic Beach\, NC event: Wednesday October 27th\, 2022 \nPOC: Mr. Gordy Yowell \nEmail/Phone: Gordon.H.Yowell@uscg.mil  Phone 252-240-8460 \nLocation: 2301 E. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach\, NC 28512 \nIf you can attend please contact the respective POC or POC’s and indicate which event\, (or multiple events) for example if you plan to attend both events please send one email to CWO Getchell and myself.  You will receive confirmation via email with any additional requirements should they be required. \nThank you for your continued support of our military members and their families! \nGordy Yowell\, Education Service Officer Sector North Carolina \n2301 E. Fort Macon Rd. \nAtlantic Beach\, NC 28512 \nPhone: (252) 240-8460 \nFax:   (252) 247-4505 \nESO Shared Folder:  file:\\D05MS-CRQG903\Public\Sector_ESO \nMyCGEducation Portal (Input TA Requests): \nhttps://myeducation.netc.navy.mil/webta/home.html#nbb \nCGMA SEG  https://www.cgmahq.org/programs/seg.html \nCoast Guard Credentialing https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/forcecom/ETQC/Credentialing/SitePages/Home.aspx
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/day-2-2022-coast-guard-education-career-fairs-for-sector-north-carolina/
LOCATION:2301 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, NC\, 28512
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T170000
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SUMMARY:NC MATOC PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:Seeking construction contractors and SD\, SDB\, WOSB\, HUB\, VOSB\, and SVOSB business for the NC MATOC program issued by USACE Savannah. \nTask orders for General Construction are expected to be issued for projects\, primarily within North Carolina\, but also within the three-state region of North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Georgia. Work contemplated on this MATOC may be conducted for Army\, Air Force\, Navy\, Marine Corps\, National Guard and Reserve Components\, and other Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agencies located on DoD installations and those in support of other Federal and Department of Defense operations. \nCome meet our team and learn about the program\, requirements\, and other upcoming public opportunities \nWhen: Thursday\, November 17\, 2022 \nTime: Morning Outreach 10a.m.- 12p.m.\nAfternoon Outreach 1p.m.- 3p.m. \nLocation: Embassy Suites Fayetteville/Fort Bragg (Sicily Room)\n4760 Lake Valley Drive\, Fayetteville\, NC 28303 \nNAICS Codes: 236220\, 237130\, 237130. 238110. 238120. 238130\,\n238140\, 238150\, 238160\, 238190\, 238210\, 238220\, 238310\, 238320\,\n238330\, 238340\, 238350\, 238390\, 238910\, 238990 \nAdditional Public Opportunities \n\nLongfellow T54 Life Science Bldg. – GMP Bid Docs. 11/14\nE52 Middle School -Jan/Feb 2023 Bid Docs.\nDewitt Birchwood Residential – Jan 2023 Bid Docs.\nKane Lot 17 Residential – SD Drawings Budget 11/14.\n\nContact: John Schlobohm with any questions O: (704) 719-6362 | C: (704) 719-6362 | E: jschlobohm@balfourbeattyus.com
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/nc-matoc-program/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T130000
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SUMMARY:Day 1: 2022 COAST GUARD EDUCATION & CAREER FAIRS FOR SECTOR NORTH CAROLINA
DESCRIPTION:DAY 1: The events will be held from 1000 to 1300 each day and while we try very hard to accommodate all interested institutions be advised that attendance may be limited to approximately 25 college representatives because of limited space – this number will be determined by each the designated POC.  Each Education Services Officer will be advertising this event to local commands/units as well as reserve forces and other DOD units. \nWilmington\, NC event: Tuesday October 26th\, 2022 \nPOC: CWO Dave Getchell \nEmail/Phone: David.W.Getchell@uscg.mil Phone (910) 772-2222 \nLocation: Armed Forces Reserve Center. 3623 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington\, NC 28412 \nAtlantic Beach\, NC event: Wednesday October 27th\, 2022 \nPOC: Mr. Gordy Yowell \nEmail/Phone: Gordon.H.Yowell@uscg.mil  Phone 252-240-8460 \nLocation: 2301 E. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach\, NC 28512 \nIf you can attend please contact the respective POC or POC’s and indicate which event\, (or multiple events) for example if you plan to attend both events please send one email to CWO Getchell and myself.  You will receive confirmation via email with any additional requirements should they be required. \nGordy Yowell\, Education Service Officer Sector North Carolina \n2301 E. Fort Macon Rd. \nAtlantic Beach\, NC 28512 \nPhone: (252) 240-8460 \nFax:   (252) 247-4505 \nESO Shared Folder:  file:\\D05MS-CRQG903\Public\Sector_ESO \nMyCGEducation Portal (Input TA Requests): \nhttps://myeducation.netc.navy.mil/webta/home.html#nbb \nCGMA SEG  https://www.cgmahq.org/programs/seg.html \nCoast Guard Credentialing https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/forcecom/ETQC/Credentialing/SitePages/Home.aspx
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2022-coast-guard-education-career-fairs-for-sector-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Armed Forces Reserve Center\, 3623 Carolina Beach Road\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28412
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T090000
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Calls – October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday\, Oct 21\, 2022\, @ 0900-1000 ET for another DEFTECH Coffee Call   \n(TEAMS Link Below) \nTopic: US Army XTech Program: Innovation in Science & Technology \nGuest Speaker: Dr. Amy D’Agostino is a human factors and organizational psychologist. She completed her doctorate at the University of Connecticut in 2009. She worked as a researcher for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission from 2009-2021. In addition to her research\, she also designed and implemented the NRC’s innovation program. In 2021\, Amy took the job with the Army Research Lab as the manager of the Army’s xTech Program to further her work around science and technology innovation. \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** \nAdditional Links: \nU.S. Army xTech Program \nhttps://meetings.ausa.org/annual/2021/xtech_programs.cfm \nxTechSearch – United States Army \nxTechSearch is a competition sponsored by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition\, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT))\, targeting small businesses to uncover novel dual-use science and technology solutions to tackle the Army’s most critical modernization challenges. xTechSearch is an open topic call executed twice per calendar year accepting white paper submissions in the Spring and Fall. \nXTECHSEARCH 7\nhttps://www.arl.army.mil/xtechsearch/competitions/xtechsearch7.html \nSubmissions for xTechSearch 7 are now open. \nOpen Until: October 31\, 2022 5:00PM EDT \nChallenge Topic:Open-Topic; Army Modernization \nThe Army’s Vision and Strategy | The United States Army \nhttps://www.army.mil/about/ \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/deftech-coffee-calls-october-is-cybersecurity-awareness-month/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T190000
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CREATED:20220926T192352Z
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UID:1156-1666270800-1666292400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Vendor Readiness Workshop and Purchaser Marketplace!
DESCRIPTION:The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Vendor Readiness Workshop and Purchaser Marketplace!  \nJoin us to learn how to get into business with large institutional purchasers like UNC Pembroke\, the Lumbee tribe\, and Robeson Health Care Corporation. \nWorkshop Information \nOur workshop will cover: Procurement and the Power of Purchasing\, Building Your Business’s Capacity to Bid Work\, and Meet the Purchaser (procurement officers from our three institutional partners will discuss upcoming purchasing needs).  \nPurchaser Marketplace  \nFollowing the workshop\, our Purchaser Marketplace will provide an opportunity for business owners to network with the major local purchasers\, and experience appetizers and refreshments from local businesses.  \n1:00 – 4:30 PM Speaking panels discussing vendor readiness \n5:00 – 7:00 PM Purchaser Market Place and Reception \nPlease contact the SBTDC team at the UNCP Entrepreneurship Incubator for assistance in preparing your capability statement and business pitch before the event! \nSBTDC at UNC Pembroke | UNCP Entrepreneurship Incubator \n(910) 775-4007 | uncp@sbtdc.org \nMembers of the AICER – CREATE team\, UNC Pembroke’s SBTDC office and Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB will be on-hand to answer questions about growing your small business’s ability to procure work at anchor institutions. \nFor more information\, please contact: Christina Theodorou \n(919) 480-4030 | Christina_Theodorou@kenan-institute.unc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/vendor-readiness-workshop-and-purchaser-marketplace/
LOCATION:UNC Pembroke Thomas School of Business\, James A. Thomas Hall 1 University Drive\, Pembroke\, NC\, 28372
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221017T131734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T131734Z
UID:1262-1666270800-1666276200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Starting A Business: Real Stories and Knowledge Exchange From Women Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an hour-long panel discussion and Q&A in celebration of National Women’s Small Business Month as we recognize women entrepreneurs across the United States. \nIn this webinar\, our panel includes insights from two women business owners who will share their business journeys. We will also be joined by an experienced SCORE mentor to help answer your business questions. \nPresenter: Bridget Wolfe\n\nBridget Wolfe is a stay-at-home mom of two little girls and is the owner of WildWolfePack Treats\, selling tasty dog treats with quality ingredients so owners can feel good about feeding their dogs. \nPresenter: Donna McMurry\n\nDonna McMurry has owned and operated Dazzling Light Photography since 2007. Her mission is to capture memories for parents today and create artwork to be passed down to future generations. \nPresenter: Bill Grosskopf\n\nAfter graduating with a B.S. and M.S. in electrical engineering\, Bill Grosskopf brought new tech to his family’s book production business. He ran the business successfully for 40 years\, serving college textbook publishers and university presses throughout the U.S. and Canada.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/starting-a-business-real-stories-and-knowledge-exchange-from-women-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221013T175737Z
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UID:1241-1666267200-1666272600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Leveraging the Power of Social Media *lunchtime learn*
DESCRIPTION:SBA7j – Leveraging the Power of Social Media: Learn to position your business online as an industry leader and attract more clients.\nSpeaker: Patricia Concepcion\, Owner\, and Founder of OmniThryv Media \nYou will learn:\n• Social Media Mindset: Vanity Metrics & The Algorithm\n• Capturing The Attention of Your Ideal Client: Needs\, Challenges\, Pain points & Fears\n• The Power of Messaging: Creating your BEST story\n• Brand Identity: Maintaining Uniformity\n• 3Ps Strategy: Passion\, Purpose & People\n• Content: Value & Consistency\n• Efficiency: Batching & Repurposing \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/leveraging-the-power-of-social-media-lunchtime-learn/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220830T164811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T164811Z
UID:530-1666251000-1666285200@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/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221017T131314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T131314Z
UID:1257-1666184400-1666189800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Do You Have What It Takes To Run A Business?
DESCRIPTION:Do You Have What it Takes to Run a Business? Step-by-Step Self-Assessment WorkshoDo you have the skills\, perseverance\, and resilience required to be a business owner? Running a small business is challenging\, and knowing exactly what you’re getting into is essential. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will take you step-by-step through our self-assessment workshop. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe common skills and qualities successful business owners share\nWhat experience is necessary to run a business\nWhat skills\, qualities\, and experience do you have\nWhat qualities do you need to develop\n\nPresenter: Julie Brander\n\nJulie Brander is an experienced entrepreneur\, who has built businesses from the ground up\, including manufacturing\, wholesale\, retail\, and non- profit businesses. She has her MBA in Entrepreneurship has taught business courses on a college level\, founded a nonprofit with expertise in fundraising.  A dedicated advocate for small business with vast experience and knowledge in helping entrepreneurs start and expand their business. \n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/do-you-have-what-it-takes-to-run-a-business/
LOCATION:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221017T185801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185801Z
UID:1271-1666180800-1666186200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:New Bern Lunch and Learn: Content Marketing for Your Small Business : What's Working Now
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\nJust “doing” social media is no longer enough. The free ride is over. To be successful\, you need to be all in. We’ll be talking about what’s been successful (and unsuccessful) for everybody in this class. Commercial photographer and marketing expert Bob Mackowski will share the latest research on what works and\, perhaps more importantly\, what doesn’t work. \nSpeaker(s): Bob Mackowski\, Open Aperture Photography \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-content-marketing-for-your-small-business-whats-working-now/
LOCATION:New Bern Chamber of Commerce\, 316 Front Street\, New Bern\, NC\, 28560
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221019T173455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T173527Z
UID:1293-1666171800-1666202400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DANC Science & Technology Forum - ECU DoD Research Showcase
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC) November Science & Technology educational forum\, which will include a showcase of East Carolina University (ECU) Department of Defense (DoD) researchers at the Main Campus Student Center on November 29\, 2022\, in Greenville\, NC. There is no cost to attend the forum. \nThis forum will include researchers focused on the following projects: \n\nHuman Performance\nBiomechanics\nBiochemical/Biomedical\nSpiritual/Mental Readiness\nProlonged Casualty Care\nNeurocognition\nMild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)\n\nProjects that will be featured at the forum are funded by several defense sponsors including the DoD\, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)\, Office of Naval Research (ONR)\, U.S. Army\, Civil-Military Innovation Institute\, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA)\, and the Henry M. Jackson Foundation. \n\nAGENDA \n9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Coffee and Networking (hosted by ECU)\n10:30 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. – Program & Speakers\n11:25 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. – Lunch (hosted by DANC)\n11:50 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Program & Speakers\n4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Reception (hosted by NCBiotech) \n\n\nFor further information about this event\, including a detailed agenda\, visit the event website. Registration is free but required. \nREGISTER \nIf you have questions about this event\, please contact Phil Williams\, DANC Science & Technology Chair\, (336) 312-6478.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/danc-science-technology-forum-ecu-dod-research-showcase/
LOCATION:ECU Main Campus Student Center\, Greenville\, NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221013T171837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T171837Z
UID:1229-1666170000-1666177200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:SBA to Hold Town Hall for the Lumbee Community
DESCRIPTION:Join guest speakers from the U.S. Small Business Administration and various small business resource partners as they showcase their programs and services to help you start\, run\, and grow your small business. \nPanel discussion and resource tables will feature the SBA as well as its resource partners including the Small Business and Technology Development Center\, SCORE\, Women’s Business Center of Fayetteville\, Veterans Business Outreach Center\, and Robeson Community College Small Business Center. There will be ample time for networking amongst the resource partners available to you! \nWho should attend: Anyone wanting to start a small business\, or run and grow an existing small business. \nDate: Wed.\, Oct. 19\, 2022 from 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. \nLocation: The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub at 202 Main Street\, Pembroke NC \nRegistration: click on Eventbrite registration link \nThis event is free of charge. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Lumbee Tribe. \nQuestions: email erin.connell@sba.gov \nAgenda: \n8:45 am: Guest arrivals \n9:00 am: Welcome remarks – various dignitaries \n9:30 am: SBA presentation \n9:45 am: Resource partner panel discussion including audience Q&A. Featuring: SBA\, Small Business and Technology Development Center\, SCORE\, the Women’s Business Center of Fayetteville\, the Veterans Business Outreach Center\, and the Robeson Community College Small Business Center. \n10:45 am: Networking and resource tables \n11:30 am: Adjourn \nHonored guest from the SBA include: \nJackson Brossy\nAssistant Administrator\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nWashington\, DC \nAllen Thomas\nSoutheast Regional Administrator\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nGreenville\, NC / Atlanta\, GA \n\n“We are pleased to be able to showcase our programs and services for the Lumbee community next month\,” commented SBA North Carolina District Director Mike Arriola\, who is based in Charlotte.  “The outreach event we are planning aligns with the SBA’s commitment to ensure that our underserved communities have equitable access to capital\, technical assistance\, and other assistance to help them start and grow their small businesses.” \nWho should attend: Anyone wanting to start a small business\, or run and grow an existing small business. \nDate/Time: Wed.\, Oct. 19\, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  Doors open at 8:45 am. \nLocation: The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub at 202 Main Street\, Pembroke\, NC \nRegistration and agenda: Click Here
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-to-hold-town-hall-for-the-lumbee-community/
LOCATION:The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub\, 202 Main Street\, Pembroke\, NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221013T180040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T180040Z
UID:1243-1666101600-1666110600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Virtual Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI)\, the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and the Office of Grants Management\, we are inviting you to attend the U. S. Department of the Interior Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Virtual Industry Day. The BIL Industry Day will include a presentation from nine DOI Bureaus and Offices who will share information on Fiscal Year 2023 BIL related contracting and financial assistance opportunities\, followed by each Bureau/Office hosting a breakout room where participants can join\, ask questions\, and engage directly with DOI Bureaus/Office representatives. \nTuesday\, October 18th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-bil-virtual-industry-day/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T192734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T154247Z
UID:574-1666026000-1666033200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Design and Build Your Own Small Business Website Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Technology\nPart 1: Entry-level introduction and hands-on computer workshop on how to design and build a website for your business\, designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs. The course will cover how to select a website builder\, hosting provider\, domain registrar and build a simple website with a drag-and-drop website builder such as Weebly and Wix. We might touch a little on image editing and SEO. Basic computer skill and common knowledge about websites are required\, but there is no need for advanced technical skills or experience on website development. Feel free to BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) laptops or tablet for this course \nSpeaker(s): Telly Ipock (Haixin Ipock Zheng)\, LinearTech \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/design-and-build-your-own-small-business-website-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Business\, Info & Tech Building (BIT)\, Room 108\, 800 College Court\, New Bern\, NC\, 28562
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20221013T170022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T170115Z
UID:1227-1665738000-1665741600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call
DESCRIPTION:DEFTECH Coffee Call  (TEAMS Link Below) \nNote: Join us at 8 am to learn more about Amidon Shield and at 830 am for the DEFTECH AUSA Debrief.  \nTopic:  US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Lab (ARL) Pathfinder Program and Tactical Operations Related to Cybersecurity Hub (TORCH). \nGuest Speaker: Ms. Mallory Coleman works for the Civil-Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) in Morgantown. CMI2 is a WV-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is the facilitating arm of the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Lab (ARL) Pathfinder Program. The program’s primary goal is to source issues from Soldiers in the field and then engage academic institutions\, experts from academia\, and/or commercial industry experts to rapidly develop innovative solutions that solve the identified Soldiers’ problem sets. \nCMI2 operates out of several different regions (Ft. Campbell\, Ft. Bragg\, Ft. Stewart\, West Virginia\, and Montana)\, and each region has its own specific focus and mission set. In the West Virginia region\, the West Virginia National Guard’s Adjutant General has placed a heightened emphasis on cybersecurity\, critical infrastructure protection\, and mission assurance. A majority of the West Virginia-based Pathfinder projects are cyber-centric\, as well as our cybersecurity-themed Makerspace\, the Tactical Operations Related to Cybersecurity Hub (TORCH). \nTORCH manager Jared Lemons\, and its NC PWIC\, David Jordan\, will join Mallory and speak more about the program and the ongoing projects in the North Carolina region. \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/deftech-coffee-call/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220913T155323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155346Z
UID:621-1665666000-1665669600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Make the Most of Your Business 'Off Season'
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Managing a Business\n\nMany businesses have seasonal sales cycles: ice cream sells best in the summer and jackets sell best in the winter. What do you do with your downtime? Proper planning can utilize downtime to maximize your up time – and may be even turn downtime into up time! We’ll talk about how to get your team involved to improve business results and turn their seasonal jobs into year-round employment. \n\nSpeaker(s): Kate Wiggins \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/make-the-most-of-your-business-off-season/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220830T163614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T163657Z
UID:516-1665561600-1665766800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:IFAI 2022 EXPO
DESCRIPTION:The Leading Show in the Textiles Industry\nFor a century\, IFAI Expo has been the industrial fabrics industry’s flagship show. As the premier textiles event\, Expo is the place where industry stakeholders and leaders connect\, learn\, and make purchases in order to grow their businesses. \nConnect with industry experts and peers. \nDiscover new products and applications. \nAdvance your business with insights on market trends. \nVISIT OUR WEBSITE \nWHY ATTEND? \nSolutions\nWith over 200 exhibitors organized by market on the Expo show floor\, you are guaranteed to find an exhibitor who has a solution to your problems. See new and innovative equipment\, applications and services in action and discover your next break-through. \nIndustry-Leading Exhibitors \nThe show floor at IFAI Expo is made up of quality exhibiting companies in the specialty fabrics\, advanced textiles and shade and weather protection markets. View live demonstrations of the newest products and equipment in your industry up close and in person. \nEducation\nListen and learn from a wide variety of education taught by experts and specific to your market. With dozens of speakers you will have multiple opportunities to gain valuable knowledge from the ones who know best. Education at Expo includes in-depth classroom sessions and 25-minute campfire sessions by market on the show floor. \nNetworking\nThere’s no better event to make valuable new connections and friendships than at IFAI Expo. Networking events at Expo include the Opening Reception\, Industry Night\, Awards and Networking Breakfast\, Fun Run\, Happy Hours and more. You are certain to expand your network at Expo. \nNew Ideas\nFinding inspiration and new ideas to take back to your business is easy to do at Expo. You will find ample opportunities to conversate\, share thoughts and listen to ideas with exhibitors\, speakers and like-minded attendees at IFAI Expo. This is great way to get a better idea of how your peers are navigating their way through the industry. \nWorld-Class Speakers\nExperts from across the textiles industry come to Expo to share their expertise and advice. Listen to their perspectives on different topics\, ask questions you need answers to and gain invaluable knowledge you can use to grow your business. \nComing Together to Advance Your Industry\nIFAI is a member-owned\, member-driven trade association representing the global industrial fabrics industry.\nIFAI provides events\, publications\, education\, networking\, business resources\, industry advocacy and more. We work with members to provide sourcing solutions and referrals throughout the sales and production cycle. We deliver timely industry content to help you stay informed about your marketplace. Our divisions provide market-specific activities and benefits to members.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ifai-2022-expo/
LOCATION:Charlotte Convention Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220920T183614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T183614Z
UID:886-1665561600-1665680400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:23rd annual UNC Charlotte Cybersecurity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 23rd Annual UNC Charlotte Cybersecurity Symposium is just around the corner. We are thrilled to announce that we will be back in person after two years of remote events\, and are excited to host you on the UNC Charlotte campus\, Oct 12-13. \nOct 12th (Wed) will feature speakers\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities to catch up with friends and colleagues. \nOct 13th (Thur) we will have workshops and a Capture the Flag event. Confirmed workshops on Oct 13th include: DEVSECOPS\, API Security\, and Security for Small and Medium Sized Business \nMeet The Speakers \nClick here to see the most current list of speakers Speaker List
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/23rd-annual-unc-charlotte-cybersecurity-symposium/
LOCATION:UNC Charlotte
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220920T174334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T175011Z
UID:879-1665561600-1665680400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:4th Annual Cybersecurity Conference
DESCRIPTION:UNCW’s Center for Cyber Defense Education (CCDE) is hosting its fourth annual Cybersecurity Conference (Thur\, 13 OCT) and associated Workshop (Wed\, 12 OCT).\nThe venue is the Congdon Building (formerly Computer Information Systems). \nRegistration Details – Click Button to Register\nPublic – $100.00/person per day\nRegistration fees cover associated costs; e.g.\, lunch\, coffee\, materials\, parking\, venue\, etc. \n$100 Full Day\, Wednesday (12 Oct)     $50 Half Day\, Wednesday (12 Oct) \n$100 Full Day\, Thursday (13 Oct)     $150 Both Days\, Wed/Thurs (12/13 Oct) \nFaculty & Student costs are subsidized by CCDE and UNCW.\nRegistration buttons below are for faculty/students only. \nFaculty Registration \nStudent Registration
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/4th-annual-cybersecurity-conference/
LOCATION:UNCW Congdon Building (formerly Computer Information Systems)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220830T151800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T200521Z
UID:479-1665147600-1665165600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Military-Veteran Career Networking Event & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join AH4NC and VBH for a Military-Veteran Career Networking Event & Happy Hour on Friday\, Oct 7 in advance of the Wake Forest vs Army Football Game \nConnecting Military\, Veterans\, and Spouses with Veteran Friendly Companies \n\n30 veteran-friendly companies expected\nLawrence Joel Memorial Coliseum (LJVM) at Wake Forest University\nNetworking begins at 1:00p\, Happy Hour from 4:00-6:00p\nInterested companies contact Aaron Harper by email: aharper@veteransbridgehome.org\nMiltary\, Veterans\, and Spouses register at: https://tinyurl.com/V2V-Networking\n\nMake it a Weekend!!  \n\nFree Football Tickets for Event Registrants and their families for Oct 8 WFU vs. Army game! (200 tickets available\, first come – first served)\nArmy Tailgate! If you are going to the game\, join the tailgate. Register at: https://sallyport.westpointaog.org/networks/events/86446\nCarolina Classic Fair! Great activity for families\, same parking lot as football game and LJVM Coliseum. https://carolinaclassicfair.com\n\nMilitary-Veteran Career Networking Event & Happy Hour\nRegistered Companies (as of 31 August 2022) \n* ABB\n* Advance Auto Parts\n* Amazon\n* Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist\n* Bank of America\n* Caliber Collision\n* Coca Cola Bottling Consolidated\n* Cone Health\n* Cook & Boardman Group\n* EMCOR Companies of the Carolinas\n* FedEx Ground\n* Guilford County Sheriff’s Office\n* Home Depot\n* Horizon Strategies\n* Lincoln Financial\n* Lockheed Martin Corporation\n* Lowes\n* NC Department of Safety\n* Novant Health\n* Patterson Pope\n* Pep Boys\n* Pepsico\n* Prior Service Recruiters (Guard/Reserve)\n* Proctor & Gamble\n* Rhoworld\n* Spectrum\n* Truist\n* USAA\n* Volvo Group Truck Operations\n* Wells Fargo
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/military-veteran-career-networking-event-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Lawrence Joel Memorial Coliseum (LJVM)\, Wake Forest University\, Winston-Salem\, NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T154201Z
UID:593-1665064800-1665068400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Legal Considerations for Business Startups (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\nIn this seminar business owners will learn the following: • What is required to legally start a business • LLC\, S and C Corp\, non-profits vs sole proprietor • Franchising from the franchisee and franchisor perspective • Operating Agreements and why they are important • Overview of trademarks and copyright law \nSpeaker(s): Nancy Guyton\, Attorney Law Firm Carolinas \nCo-Sponsor(s): Law Firm Carolinas \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/legal-considerations-for-business-startups-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220913T150046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T150310Z
UID:618-1664971200-1664974800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:MindSpark Live! Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nMaking the decision to become an entrepreneur and starting a small business is not for everyone. It takes hard work\, grit\, and determination and can sometimes leave you confused and overwhelmed. At times it can feel like you are taking steps backward\, but success as an entrepreneur isn’t linear. This session will discuss 5 important steps to discovering if turning your passion into a business is right for you. \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-five-things-you-should-know-before-starting-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T200546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T154111Z
UID:589-1664971200-1664974800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5 Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\nMaking the decision to become an entrepreneur and starting a small business is not for everyone. It takes hard work\, grit\, and determination and can sometimes leave you confused and overwhelmed. At times it can feel like you are taking steps backward\, but success as an entrepreneur isn’t linear. This session will discuss 5 important steps to discovering if turning your passion into a business is right for you. \nSpeaker(s): tenBiz\, Inc. \nPre-registration required. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/webinar-5-things-you-should-know-before-starting-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T200312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T153855Z
UID:587-1664906400-1664913600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Charting a Path to Success for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nBUSINESS BASICS CERTIFICATE SEMINARS Please note these seminars can be taken as standalone or those who take all with Wayne Community College’s Small Business Center will be awarded a certificate of completion. The Business Basics Curriculum consists of: Discovering Your Unique Position\, The Keys to a Winning Small Business Plan\, Finding the Money for Your Small Business\, and Charting a Path to Success for Your Small Business. All applicable seminars are held online in September and early October 2022 and are facilitated with Martin Brossman. \n\nDeveloped by Martin Brossman and Jeanne Munoz Developing an effective marketing plan. We will show you how to build a dynamic digital marketing campaign that is aligned with your goals and ground game. Learn what it takes to make your plan integrated\, accountable and sustainable over time as you optimize your online presence. This class will include an overview of social media platforms and resources for capturing\, curating\, creating\, and managing content that keeps your business top of mind to the customers you can serve the best. \nSpeaker(s): Martin Brossman \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/charting-a-path-to-success-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220923T211201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T211201Z
UID:1138-1664901000-1664906400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:INAUGURAL CONTRACTOR’S COLLEGE
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural contractor’s college classes are designed to engage diverse contractors in doing business with the university’s capital project expansions. Topics will include Introduction to Samet & McFarland\, Prequalification Process\, Bidding & Estimating\, Managing for Success\, Mitigating Risk\, Growing Financial Literacy\, Levering Technology\, and Business Development & Networking. \nTHE CONTRACTOR’S COLLEGE WILL BE HELD AT THE FAYETTEVILLE-CUMBERLAND REGIONAL ENTREPRENEURIAL & BUSINESS HUB.  \nClasses will be held on the following dates\, starting at 4:30pm: October 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2022 \nGraduation will be on November 4\, 2022. \nTo apply for the Inaugural Contractors  College please complete the following application:  REGISTER  Deadline to apply is September 28\, 2022 (extended from original September 21 deadline) \nSpace is limited to 15 firms for this session of the contractor’s college. You will be notified if your firm is selected to attend. \nFor more details please contact: \nJonathan Best\njbest@sametcorp.com\n919-664-3779 \nTamara Bryant\ntcbryant@uncfsu.edu\n910-672-1107
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/inaugural-contractors-college/
LOCATION:Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneurial & Business Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T190457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T153441Z
UID:570-1664884800-1664892000@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Market Research: Finding your Customer for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Excellent for start-ups and a great refresher for existing small businesses! Discover how to analyze your market potential and identify potential customers by using free and reliable information resources\, including demographic information\, marketing forecasts\, and social media. How to Find Your Customers shows you ways to find vital information about your market without paying for high-priced market research. The information in this workshop is organized to help you fit it neatly into your overall business and marketing plan. \nSpeaker(s): Wanda Bennett\, Work on Wonderful LLC \nFee: No Cost \n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-638-1166\nEmail: sbc@cravencc.edu\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/market-research-finding-your-customer-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Craven Community College Bosch AMC Bldg.\, Room 102\, 800 College Ct.\, New Bern\, NC\, 28562
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T200036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T153607Z
UID:585-1664821800-1664830800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:How to Start a Business
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nUnderstand the basics of starting a 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. \n\nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-start-a-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T062735
CREATED:20220901T195812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T150638Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Monday: For-Profit: B-Corps
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nB Corps represent a movement of entrepreneurs who are proud of their companies’ positive impact\, whether it’s improving the livelihoods of their workers\, strengthening their community ties\, or revolutionizing current environmental practices. Over 100 thousand companies around the world are using the B Impact Assessment\, a free\, confidential online tool to measure their governance practices as well as their impact on their employees\, community\, environment and customers. \nOver 5 thousand companies have achieved B Corp certification\, demonstrating the highest standards when it comes to social and environmental responsibility. In this webinar\, you will learn why it’s increasingly important for companies to measure and demonstrate their impact\, what B Corporation certification is all about\, how you can complete the B Impact Assessment and best practices among B Corps in North Carolina and beyond to help you build a more innovative\, engaged\, competitive and impactful business. \n\nSpeaker(s): Jessica Yinka Thomas \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\n\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/mission-monday-for-profit-b-corps/
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call – September’s Focus is Battlefield Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday\, September 30\, 2022\, @ 0800-1000 ET In-Person & virtual hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call (TEAMS Link Below) as we wrap up a month of Battlefield Innovation. \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: Battlefield Innovation \nGuest Speaker: Dr. Stephen Lee\, Senior Scientist\, U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) \nLocation: RTI International | 3040 E Cornwallis Rd\, Morrisville\, NC 27709\, United States \nPlease register no later than Wednesday\, September 28\, 2022\, at 12 pm/noon EST for the In-Person Coffee Call at RTI International using the Eventbrite registration LINK.  Eventbrite will state that the event is virtual\, however those who wish to attend in person\, please use the following link to assist RTI with the headcount. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/deftech-coffee-call-tickets-184998514537 \nDennis McGurk will follow up with those who register for the “In-Person” session with RTI facility access instructions. \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 at RTI International | Research Institute \nShow up early at 7:30 am for breakfast if you want\, or 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** \nGuest Speaker BIO: Dr. Stephen Lee\, Senior Scientist\, U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) \nDr. Stephen Lee is currently serving as the U.S. Army Research Office Senior Scientist for Interdisciplinary Science\, which includes planning and developing the future vision of basic research for the Army Research Office while maintaining an active research program. The position involves the coordination of the individual extramural programs within the Army Research Office with the needs of the Soldier and Army intramural laboratories. \nDr. Lee received a Bachelor of Science from Millsaps College\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, in Chemistry and Biology and a Doctorate of Philosophy from Emory University in Physical Organic Chemistry. At Emory University\, his research included the synthesis and characterization of novel self-assembling nanostructures\, such as micelles and vesicles. Specifically\, his research in manipulating and chemical characterization giant unilamellar vesicles is ground-breaking research bridging the macroscopic and nanoscale research areas. \nDr. Lee was also a Chateaubriand Fellow at the Université Louis Pasteur in Strasbourg\, France\, studying the origin of life chemistry. His work in Strasbourg included the isolation and characterization of novel amphiphilic molecules that might have been primitive precursors to the cell membranes found in all living organisms. He is an adjunct chemistry faculty member at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, working with Professor Michel Gagne in the department of chemistry. Previously\, Dr. Lee was an adjunct faculty member at Duke University. \nDr. Lee has served previously as the ARL Chief Scientist and the ARO Chief Scientist over his career. His work at the Army Research Office includes basic research directed towards hazardous materials management\, including studies in decontamination\, detection\, and protection. He coordinates and manages the research programs in the Army focused on basic and applied research needs for Military Working Dogs (MWDs). He led the Army S&T Enterprise with his research for Military Working Dogs and biomimicry in this role. The MWD research includes science and technology to supplement the capability of the canine as well as veterinary needs and overall conditioning.   Dr. Lee has been involved in the fielding and transitioning many technologies and capabilities to the Soldier\, including decontaminants\, detectors and sensors\, field protection equipment\, and general gear. \nHe has been awarded the Army’s Greatest Invention twice for his work in the development of sensors. In 2008\, Dr. Lee was awarded the Ten Outstanding Young Americans Award from the U.S. Jaycees and\, in 2011\, a Presidential Rank Meritorious Award. \nDr. Lee has given talks on innovation and transition\, transition to the Soldier and commercial market\, needs of the Soldier in S&T\, chemical and biological defense including decon\, detection and protection\, nanotechnology\, working with the Army\, Military Working Dog research\, and explosives detection. He also has given talks on wildlife security\, conservation\, and protection. \nAdditional Links: \nArmy Research Office – DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory \nResearchTriangle Park\, NC 27709-2211. Physical Address. U.S.ArmyResearchOffice. 800 ParkOfficeDrive. Durham\, NC 27703. \nOffice Locations | RTI\nhttps://www.rti.org/office-locations\nHeadquartered in Research Triangle Park\, North Carolina\, we maintain offices in the United States and throughout the world. \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/deftech-coffee-call-septembers-focus-is-battlefield-innovation/
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