NCMBC

**In-Person** Hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call
2022-10-28 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | First Flight Venture Center, 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, 27709, United States
Join us this Friday, October 28, 2022, @ 0900-1000 ET for another DEFTECH Coffee Call at the First Flight Venture Center and virtually (TEAMS Link Below)
DEFTECH Coffee Calls – October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Registration (In-Person Only): Eventbrite will state that the event is virtual. However, those who wish to attend in person, please use the following link to assist FFVC with the headcount.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/deftech-coffee-call-tickets-184998554657
Every 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.
Topic: Small Business Cyber Innovation
We will hear from several companies in the NC Innovation Ecosystem and their innovative approaches to Cybersecurity.
Location: First Flight Venture Center | 2 Davis Drive, RTP, NC 27709
Please register no later than Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at 12 pm/noon EST for the In-Person Coffee Call at the First Flight Venture Center (FFVC) using the Eventbrite registration Link.
Registration (In-Person Only): Eventbrite will state that the event is virtual. However, those who wish to attend in person, please use the following link to assist FFVC with the headcount.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/deftech-coffee-call-tickets-184998554657
If 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).
Show 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.
*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call.*
**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us
Connection Instructions:
DEFTECH Coffee Call 2022
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
+1980-296-2533,,321842980# United States, Charlotte
Phone Conference ID: 321 842 980#

2022 SANDHILLS SCOUTREACH GOLF CLASSIC
2022-10-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Anderson Creek Golf Club
TOGETHER WE CAN Grow Leaders in the Sandhills’ Most Underserved Neighborhoods
Enjoy a round of golf with the Sandhills’ top business leaders on one of North Carolina’s finest courses and help us provide life-changing experiences to some very special young people through ScoutReach.
ScoutReach supports at-risk youth through a well-defined program based on callus, learning by doing, fun and positive role models. These programs are focused on helping young people in our hardest to serve markets develop strong character and the necessary life skills needed to thrive.
Proceeds from he BSA ScoutReach Golf Tournament are used to break down barriers such as transportation, consistent leadership and safe meeting places needed to deliver the Scouting program.
A small window of opportunity exists to impact a child’s character and influence future success. Your participation in this tournament is a long-term investment in North Carolina., impacting our state’s fitter parents, workforce and leaders.
REGISTER
Email:laura.williford@scouting.org
Website:https://grow.ocscouts.org/SandhillsGolf

What You Need To Know Before Moving Forward With Your Business Idea
2022-10-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Live Webinar
Does the thought of building a business and being your own boss make your heart beat faster? It sounds like you’re an entrepreneur, but before starting your business journey, you need to lay the groundwork.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will explain what it means to run a business, what you should expect, and how to set yourself up for success.
By the end of this webinar, you will know if you’re ready to move forward with your business idea or if you need more time to prepare.
You will learn:

How to determine “the why” behind your business
What skills and experience should you have
How to set personal goals
Why it’s essential to have a support system

Presenter: Domenic A Chiarella

After running three multimillion-dollar companies, he created a consortium called The Art of Life, a business and life development environment helping people find financial and professional success.
Domenic is an entrepreneur, author, coach, and mentors multiple companies, including a national brand and talent production firm, an agritourism company near Rome, Italy, a meat and sausage manufacturer, a New York construction company, and many landscape/snow removal companies in New England, Chicago, New Jersey, Miami, and Colorado.

Havelock Lunch and Learn: How to Develop a Small Business Plan
2022-10-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Craven Community College Havelock Campus, STEM 126 Conference Room, 305 Cunningham Blvd, Havelock, NC, 28532
Topic: Start-up Assistance
An effective business plan is vital to the success of a small business. By committing your idea to paper, you face tough questions and identify strengths and weaknesses. Business plans are not just for financing purposes; they are working documents to guide your business. For new and established small business owners, the course will start you down the path of small business success. This class will discuss tools necessary to write a business plan that will help raise capital and serve as a guide for your business.
Speaker(s): Dr. Jeff Wilke, Craven Community College Small Business Center Director
Co-Sponsor(s): Havelock Chamber of Commerce
Fee: No Cost
Register Online
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Email: sbc@cravencc.edu

Location

Craven Community College
STEM 126 – Conference Room
Craven Community College Havelock Campus 305 Cunningham Blvd. Havelock, NC 28532

Native Edge Institute (NEI) Business Development Training Event
2022-10-27 09:30 - 16:00 | Nike World Headquarters, Tiger Woods Events Center, Valderrama Conference Center, One Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, OR, 97005
Join the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) for a one-day business development training event, you will learn about Economic resilience opportunities; Federal program and procurement coaching; Leadership and Marketing, and Trade/Export and Access to Capital. This is an onsite (to the first 50) and “virtual” hybrid training event that provides both established and small business owners critical business training.
Thursday, October 27, 2022 – 9:30am – 4:00pm PDT
In person: Nike World Headquarters: Tiger Woods Events Center, Valderrama Conference Room. One Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005
Click Here to Register

BUILDING A MORE COLLABORATIVE ADVANCED TEXTILES ECOSYSTEM IN SUPPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
2022-10-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) Workforce Solutions Complex, 2550 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602
AGENDA
Welcome
Dr. Garrett D. Hinshaw, President of Catawba Valley Community College
“Recognition of Special Guests and Opening Remarks”
Tammy Everett, Executive Director, Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC)
“Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (DMCSP)”
Michael Mullins, Director, North Carolina Defense Industry Initiatives at NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)
“Overview of Frontline of the Future”
Denny Lewis, Business Development Manager, Defense Industry, Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)
“‘Reshoring’ A Talent Ecosystem in North Carolina’s Textile Industry: Establishing a Model for Workforce Development” (Pre Recorded presentation)
Leressa Suber, Evaluation and Talent Development Specialist and Doctoral Student, NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)
“Utilizing Immigrants in Support of North Carolina’s Textile Industry”
John Oswald, Chief Executive Officer, Mills Manufacturing Corporation
“Veterans Transition Programs”
Nathan Huret, Co-Founder and Chief of Veteran Engagement, Hickory for Vets
“Manufacturing Solutions Center Resources and Innovation Facilities”
Jeff Neuville, Director of Manufacturing Solutions Center
Tour of Catawba Valley Community College Workforce Solutions Complex
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/regform?llr=y644jvdab&oeidk=a07ejehb7ica835d1d0

SBA Announces Inaugural Small Business Cyber Summit to Take Place During National Cybersecurity Month
2022-10-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
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

Administrator 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.
“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.”
The 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.
Registration for the event is open to all and free. Sign up:
Click Here

Day 2: 2022 COAST GUARD EDUCATION & CAREER FAIRS FOR SECTOR NORTH CAROLINA
2022-10-26 10:00 - 13:00 | 2301 E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
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.
Wilmington, NC event: Tuesday October 26th, 2022
POC: CWO Dave Getchell
Email/Phone: David.W.Getchell@uscg.mil Phone (910) 772-2222
Location: Armed Forces Reserve Center. 3623 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington, NC 28412

Atlantic Beach, NC event: Wednesday October 27th, 2022
POC: Mr. Gordy Yowell
Email/Phone: Gordon.H.Yowell@uscg.mil Phone 252-240-8460
Location: 2301 E. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
If 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.
Thank you for your continued support of our military members and their families!
Gordy Yowell, Education Service Officer Sector North Carolina
2301 E. Fort Macon Rd.
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Phone: (252) 240-8460
Fax: (252) 247-4505
ESO Shared Folder: file:\D05MS-CRQG903PublicSector_ESO
MyCGEducation Portal (Input TA Requests):
https://myeducation.netc.navy.mil/webta/home.html#nbb
CGMA SEG https://www.cgmahq.org/programs/seg.html
Coast Guard Credentialing https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/forcecom/ETQC/Credentialing/SitePages/Home.aspx

NC MATOC PROGRAM
2022-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 | VA
Seeking construction contractors and SD, SDB, WOSB, HUB, VOSB, and SVOSB business for the NC MATOC program issued by USACE Savannah.
Task 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.
Come meet our team and learn about the program, requirements, and other upcoming public opportunities
When: Thursday, November 17, 2022
Time: Morning Outreach 10a.m.- 12p.m.
Afternoon Outreach 1p.m.- 3p.m.
Location: Embassy Suites Fayetteville/Fort Bragg (Sicily Room)
4760 Lake Valley Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303
NAICS Codes: 236220, 237130, 237130. 238110. 238120. 238130,
238140, 238150, 238160, 238190, 238210, 238220, 238310, 238320,
238330, 238340, 238350, 238390, 238910, 238990
Additional Public Opportunities

Longfellow T54 Life Science Bldg. – GMP Bid Docs. 11/14
E52 Middle School -Jan/Feb 2023 Bid Docs.
Dewitt Birchwood Residential – Jan 2023 Bid Docs.
Kane Lot 17 Residential – SD Drawings Budget 11/14.

Contact: John Schlobohm with any questions O: (704) 719-6362 | C: (704) 719-6362 | E: jschlobohm@balfourbeattyus.com

Day 1: 2022 COAST GUARD EDUCATION & CAREER FAIRS FOR SECTOR NORTH CAROLINA
2022-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Armed Forces Reserve Center, 3623 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC, 28412
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.
Wilmington, NC event: Tuesday October 26th, 2022
POC: CWO Dave Getchell
Email/Phone: David.W.Getchell@uscg.mil Phone (910) 772-2222
Location: Armed Forces Reserve Center. 3623 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington, NC 28412
Atlantic Beach, NC event: Wednesday October 27th, 2022
POC: Mr. Gordy Yowell
Email/Phone: Gordon.H.Yowell@uscg.mil Phone 252-240-8460
Location: 2301 E. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
If 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.
Gordy Yowell, Education Service Officer Sector North Carolina
2301 E. Fort Macon Rd.
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Phone: (252) 240-8460
Fax: (252) 247-4505
ESO Shared Folder: file:\D05MS-CRQG903PublicSector_ESO
MyCGEducation Portal (Input TA Requests):
https://myeducation.netc.navy.mil/webta/home.html#nbb
CGMA SEG https://www.cgmahq.org/programs/seg.html
Coast Guard Credentialing https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/forcecom/ETQC/Credentialing/SitePages/Home.aspx

DEFTECH Coffee Calls – October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
2022-10-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Microsoft Teams
Join us this Friday, Oct 21, 2022, @ 0900-1000 ET for another DEFTECH Coffee Call
(TEAMS Link Below)
Topic: US Army XTech Program: Innovation in Science & Technology
Guest 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.
Show 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.
*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call.*
**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us**
Additional Links:
U.S. Army xTech Program
https://meetings.ausa.org/annual/2021/xtech_programs.cfm
xTechSearch – United States Army
xTechSearch 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.
XTECHSEARCH 7
https://www.arl.army.mil/xtechsearch/competitions/xtechsearch7.html
Submissions for xTechSearch 7 are now open.
Open Until: October 31, 2022 5:00PM EDT
Challenge Topic:Open-Topic; Army Modernization
The Army’s Vision and Strategy | The United States Army
https://www.army.mil/about/
Connection Instructions:
DEFTECH Coffee Call 2022
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
+1 980-296-2533,,321842980# United States, Charlotte
Phone Conference ID: 321 842 980#

Vendor Readiness Workshop and Purchaser Marketplace!
2022-10-20 13:00 - 19:00 | UNC Pembroke Thomas School of Business, James A. Thomas Hall 1 University Drive, Pembroke, NC, 28372
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Vendor Readiness Workshop and Purchaser Marketplace!
Join us to learn how to get into business with large institutional purchasers like UNC Pembroke, the Lumbee tribe, and Robeson Health Care Corporation.
Workshop Information
Our 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).
Purchaser Marketplace
Following 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.
1:00 – 4:30 PM Speaking panels discussing vendor readiness
5:00 – 7:00 PM Purchaser Market Place and Reception
Please contact the SBTDC team at the UNCP Entrepreneurship Incubator for assistance in preparing your capability statement and business pitch before the event!
SBTDC at UNC Pembroke | UNCP Entrepreneurship Incubator
(910) 775-4007 | uncp@sbtdc.org
Members 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.
For more information, please contact: Christina Theodorou
(919) 480-4030 | Christina_Theodorou@kenan-institute.unc.edu

Starting A Business: Real Stories and Knowledge Exchange From Women Entrepreneurs
2022-10-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Live Webinar
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.
In 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.
Presenter: Bridget Wolfe

Bridget 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.
Presenter: Donna McMurry

Donna 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.
Presenter: Bill Grosskopf

After 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.

Leveraging the Power of Social Media *lunchtime learn*
2022-10-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
SBA7j – Leveraging the Power of Social Media: Learn to position your business online as an industry leader and attract more clients.
Speaker: Patricia Concepcion, Owner, and Founder of OmniThryv Media
You will learn:
• Social Media Mindset: Vanity Metrics & The Algorithm
• Capturing The Attention of Your Ideal Client: Needs, Challenges, Pain points & Fears
• The Power of Messaging: Creating your BEST story
• Brand Identity: Maintaining Uniformity
• 3Ps Strategy: Passion, Purpose & People
• Content: Value & Consistency
• Efficiency: Batching & Repurposing
Register Here

CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT FOR CONTRACTORS CLASS
2022-10-20 07:30 - 17:00 | James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg., Room 104 B/C, Coastal Carolina Community College
This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM, Contractor and Government Responsibilities, Quality Management Planning, the Contractor’s QC Plan, the Governments QA Plan, the Pre-Construction Meeting, the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, Submittals, the Three Phases of Control, Testing, Documentation, and Certification by the QC Manager that all procedures were done in accordance with the P&S. Upon successful completion of this class, a QC Certificate of Completion is awarded.
Re-certification is required every 5 years.
Class Hours: 7:30-5:00
Location: James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg., Room 104 B/C
(unless otherwise stated)
Cost: $276.00 (includes materials)
Call 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.

Do You Have What It Takes To Run A Business?
2022-10-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Live Webinar
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.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will take you step-by-step through our self-assessment workshop.
You will learn:

The common skills and qualities successful business owners share
What experience is necessary to run a business
What skills, qualities, and experience do you have
What qualities do you need to develop

Presenter: Julie Brander

Julie 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.

New Bern Lunch and Learn: Content Marketing for Your Small Business : What's Working Now
2022-10-19 12:00 - 13:30 | New Bern Chamber of Commerce, 316 Front Street, New Bern, NC, 28560
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Just “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.
Speaker(s): Bob Mackowski, Open Aperture Photography
Co-Sponsor(s): New Bern Chamber of Commerce
Fee: No Cost
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Phone: 252-638-1166
Email: sbc@cravencc.edu

DANC Science & Technology Forum - ECU DoD Research Showcase
2022-10-19 09:30 - 18:00 | ECU Main Campus Student Center, Greenville, NC
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.
This forum will include researchers focused on the following projects:

Human Performance
Biomechanics
Biochemical/Biomedical
Spiritual/Mental Readiness
Prolonged Casualty Care
Neurocognition
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

Projects 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.

AGENDA
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Coffee and Networking (hosted by ECU)
10:30 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. – Program & Speakers
11:25 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. – Lunch (hosted by DANC)
11:50 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Program & Speakers
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Reception (hosted by NCBiotech)

For further information about this event, including a detailed agenda, visit the event website. Registration is free but required.
REGISTER
If you have questions about this event, please contact Phil Williams, DANC Science & Technology Chair, (336) 312-6478.

SBA to Hold Town Hall for the Lumbee Community
2022-10-19 09:00 - 11:00 | The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub, 202 Main Street, Pembroke, NC
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.
Panel 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!
Who should attend: Anyone wanting to start a small business, or run and grow an existing small business.
Date: Wed., Oct. 19, 2022 from 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub at 202 Main Street, Pembroke NC
Registration: click on Eventbrite registration link
This event is free of charge. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Lumbee Tribe.
Questions: email erin.connell@sba.gov
Agenda:
8:45 am: Guest arrivals
9:00 am: Welcome remarks – various dignitaries
9:30 am: SBA presentation
9:45 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.
10:45 am: Networking and resource tables
11:30 am: Adjourn
Honored guest from the SBA include:
Jackson Brossy
Assistant Administrator
U.S. Small Business Administration
Washington, DC
Allen Thomas
Southeast Regional Administrator
U.S. Small Business Administration
Greenville, NC / Atlanta, GA

“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.”
Who should attend: Anyone wanting to start a small business, or run and grow an existing small business.
Date/Time: Wed., Oct. 19, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 8:45 am.
Location: The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub at 202 Main Street, Pembroke, NC
Registration and agenda: Click Here

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Virtual Industry Day
2022-10-18 14:00 - 16:30 | Virtual
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.
Tuesday, October 18th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
Click Here to Register

Design and Build Your Own Small Business Website Workshop Series
2022-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Business, Info & Tech Building (BIT), Room 108, 800 College Court, New Bern, NC, 28562
Topic: Technology
Part 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
Speaker(s): Telly Ipock (Haixin Ipock Zheng), LinearTech
Fee: No Cost
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Phone: 252-638-1166
Email: sbc@cravencc.edu

DEFTECH Coffee Call
2022-10-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Microsoft Teams
DEFTECH Coffee Call (TEAMS Link Below)
Note: Join us at 8 am to learn more about Amidon Shield and at 830 am for the DEFTECH AUSA Debrief.
Topic: US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Lab (ARL) Pathfinder Program and Tactical Operations Related to Cybersecurity Hub (TORCH).
Guest 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.
CMI2 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).
TORCH 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.
Show 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.
*Note: The link is the same as the Coffee Call.*
**Note: If you have a topic that you would like to present or recommend, please let us know at deftech@ncmbc.us**
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Make the Most of Your Business 'Off Season'
2022-10-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Topic: Managing a Business

Many 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.

Speaker(s): Kate Wiggins
Fee: No Cost
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7(j) Management and Technical Training
2022-10-13 08:00 - 2022-12-30 17:00 | Virtual
We are now enrolling 7(j) Eligible Applicants for new FedMap Capture Cohorts
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering Free training to 7(j) eligible participants in the Federal Market Acceleration Program (FedMap™).
What is FedMap?
FedMap is a powerful training program guided by certified business development coaches, who have an average of 25 plus years’ experience winning government contracts. They use their experience to guide you through the pursuit of a real contract opportunity while following the steps of industry leading capture planning and strategy processes. The FedMap curriculum is flexible to meet your busy schedule.
How is FedMap Different?
FedMap Capture is an action-based curriculum focused on helping you win government contracts. Our BD Coaches help you turn learning into action and action into contract wins. Over 650 companies have gone through FedMap and have already won nearly $2 Billion in new contract awards since completing the program.
To learn more about the program and to apply:
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IFAI 2022 EXPO
2022-10-12 08:00 - 2022-10-14 17:00 | Charlotte Convention Center
The Leading Show in the Textiles Industry
For 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.
Connect with industry experts and peers.
Discover new products and applications.
Advance your business with insights on market trends.
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WHY ATTEND?
Solutions
With 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.
Industry-Leading Exhibitors
The 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.
Education
Listen 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.
Networking
There’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.
New Ideas
Finding 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.
World-Class Speakers
Experts 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.
Coming Together to Advance Your Industry
IFAI is a member-owned, member-driven trade association representing the global industrial fabrics industry.
IFAI 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.

23rd annual UNC Charlotte Cybersecurity Symposium
2022-10-12 08:00 - 2022-10-13 17:00 | UNC Charlotte
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.
Oct 12th (Wed) will feature speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities to catch up with friends and colleagues.
Oct 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
Meet The Speakers
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4th Annual Cybersecurity Conference
2022-10-12 08:00 - 2022-10-13 17:00 | UNCW Congdon Building (formerly Computer Information Systems)
UNCW’s Center for Cyber Defense Education (CCDE) is hosting its fourth annual Cybersecurity Conference (Thur, 13 OCT) and associated Workshop (Wed, 12 OCT).
The venue is the Congdon Building (formerly Computer Information Systems).
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Public – $100.00/person per day
Registration fees cover associated costs; e.g., lunch, coffee, materials, parking, venue, etc.
$100 Full Day, Wednesday (12 Oct) $50 Half Day, Wednesday (12 Oct)
$100 Full Day, Thursday (13 Oct) $150 Both Days, Wed/Thurs (12/13 Oct)
Faculty & Student costs are subsidized by CCDE and UNCW.
Registration buttons below are for faculty/students only.
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Military-Veteran Career Networking Event & Happy Hour
2022-10-07 13:00 - 18:00 | Lawrence Joel Memorial Coliseum (LJVM), Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
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
Connecting Military, Veterans, and Spouses with Veteran Friendly Companies

30 veteran-friendly companies expected
Lawrence Joel Memorial Coliseum (LJVM) at Wake Forest University
Networking begins at 1:00p, Happy Hour from 4:00-6:00p
Interested companies contact Aaron Harper by email: aharper@veteransbridgehome.org
Miltary, Veterans, and Spouses register at: https://tinyurl.com/V2V-Networking

Make it a Weekend!!

Free Football Tickets for Event Registrants and their families for Oct 8 WFU vs. Army game! (200 tickets available, first come – first served)
Army Tailgate! If you are going to the game, join the tailgate. Register at: https://sallyport.westpointaog.org/networks/events/86446
Carolina Classic Fair! Great activity for families, same parking lot as football game and LJVM Coliseum. https://carolinaclassicfair.com

Military-Veteran Career Networking Event & Happy Hour
Registered Companies (as of 31 August 2022)
* ABB
* Advance Auto Parts
* Amazon
* Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
* Bank of America
* Caliber Collision
* Coca Cola Bottling Consolidated
* Cone Health
* Cook & Boardman Group
* EMCOR Companies of the Carolinas
* FedEx Ground
* Guilford County Sheriff’s Office
* Home Depot
* Horizon Strategies
* Lincoln Financial
* Lockheed Martin Corporation
* Lowes
* NC Department of Safety
* Novant Health
* Patterson Pope
* Pep Boys
* Pepsico
* Prior Service Recruiters (Guard/Reserve)
* Proctor & Gamble
* Rhoworld
* Spectrum
* Truist
* USAA
* Volvo Group Truck Operations
* Wells Fargo

Legal Considerations for Business Startups (Online)
2022-10-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Topic: Start-up Assistance
In 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
Speaker(s): Nancy Guyton, Attorney Law Firm Carolinas
Co-Sponsor(s): Law Firm Carolinas
Fee: No Cost
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MindSpark Live! Five Things You Should Know Before Starting Your Business
2022-10-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Topic: Start-up Assistance

Making 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.

Co-Sponsor(s): TenBiz
Fee: No Cost
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