BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NCMBC - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NCMBC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ncmbc.us X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NCMBC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230306T214129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T220233Z UID:1972-1678267800-1678291200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBIR Training - Fayetteville Technical Community College (HYBRID) DESCRIPTION:Location: Fayetteville Technical Community College – Horticulture Education Campus\, 670 N. Eastern Blvd\, Fayetteville\, NC 28301 \nLunch will be served to in-person attendees. \nIn person or on Zoom \nFirst Flight Venture Center will partner with the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, the NC Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)\, and our host\, Fayetteville Technical Community College\, to conduct this SBIR/STTR Educational training. \nThe purpose of this training is to educate and inform more small businesses in North Carolina’s vastly growing science/technology ecosystem on how to compete and win more Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards from federal agencies. Known as America’s Seed Fund™\, the SBIR/STTR programs are the single largest search source of early-stage technology development and commercialization funding for small businesses. A key goal of the events is to increase the number and quality of SBIR & STTR Phase I proposals and the number of awards to NC applicants filing for the first or second time. All interested small businesses are encouraged to attend the events\, particularly those that are from rural areas\, are owned by women or economically disadvantaged applicants\, or are interested in pursuing SBIR/STTR awards from various federal agencies. \nEach event is specifically designed to be a combination of talks and 1:1s\, with less of an emphasis upon the “big picture” SBIR/STTR\, and more of an operational emphasis on answering the question\, “What don’t I know that you can tell me today that will make a difference in my ability to win an SBIR/STTR award?” \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhy SBIRs and STTRs should be on your list of ways to find funding\nHow the government agencies are different when it comes to SBIRs and STTRs\nPreparing your company to be eligible to bid on these opportunities\nBreak down the process for a SBIR and learn how to form a strategy\n\nOur Instructors have decades of experience in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses\, including raising awareness of and preparing companies to compete successfully for the SBIR/STTR application process across a wide range of federal agencies\, and will provide instructional materials that will build upon the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program that First Flight Venture Center has delivered for several years. First Flight Venture Center is nationally recognized for its outreach to applicants outside of the traditional research areas of North Carolina\, including rural applicants\, women\, and economically disadvantaged applicants. \nAttendees will hear and learn from qualified instructors: \n\nBob Burton\, Senior Manager\, NC DEFTECH.\nKrista Covey\, President\, First Flight Venture Center.\nDave Kaiser\, Deputy Director\, NC Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, which is staffed by the Office of Science\, Technology & Innovation in the NC Department of Commerce\nMark Roberson\, Hanger6\, Director\, First Flight Venture Center\n\nThe following agencies will be featured: \n\nThe Department of Defense (DoD)\nThe Department of Energy (DoE) URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sbir-training-fayetteville-technical-community-college-hybrid/ LOCATION:FTCC Horticultural Education Center\, Room 104\, 670 N. Eastern Blvd\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/6A8D5A92-6CA1-41A1-BD80-75F6750A5539.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230301T182351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T182351Z UID:1943-1678352400-1678359600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Woman-Owned Small Business Certification (WOSB) DESCRIPTION: The federal government has a goal of awarding at least 5% of all federal contracting dollars to WOSB-certified small businesses. Join the U.S. Small Business Administration’s North Carolina District Office to learn if you qualify and how you can get certified as a WOSB small business and expand your revenue sources. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/woman-owned-small-business-certification-wosb/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/logo_sba.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230209T163214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T161756Z UID:1844-1678354200-1678357800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Under GSA Oasis (March 9\, Virtual) DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) will host a virtual session on “Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Under GSA Oasis.” \nWhen. March 9\, 2023 from 0930-1030.\nAnticipate a 45 minute presentation with 15 minutes of Q&A. \nWhere. Virtual. Log-in credentials will be emailed prior to the session. \nDescription. Public Disclosure of Green House Gas (GHG) Emissions are starting to show up in Government bids – including for small businesses. Is your company ready? \nIn this webinar Diane Cherry\, Strategic Industry Professional with the NCMBC will discuss the following topics: \n\nWhat do Scope 1\, Scope 2 and Scope 3 GHG emissions mean?\nHow should a company calculate and measure GHG emissions?\nWhat is GHG Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard?\nHow should companies publicly report on their GHG emissions?\n\nWho should attend: \n\nCompanies of all sizes interested in doing business with the Federal Government – GHG reporting is going to be a standard requirement in proposals and government contracts.\n\nRegistration. Registration is required.  Click here to register. \nLog-in Credentials \nPlease click the link below to join the webinar: \nhttps://www.zoomgov.com/j/1605065861?pwd=WFpkRlVqRDhzTEhMT0ZUSnMzSGJ3dz09 \nPasscode: 363376 \nOr One tap mobile : \n    US: +16692545252\,\,1605065861#  or +16469641167\,\,1605065861# \nOr Telephone: \n    Dial(for higher quality\, dial a number based on your current location): \nUS: +1 669 254 5252  or +1 646 964 1167  or +1 646 828 7666  or +1 551 285 1373  or +1 669 216 1590  or +1 415 449 4000 \nWebinar ID: 160 506 5861 URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/greenhouse-gas-emissions-reporting-under-gsa-oasis-march-9-virtual/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Homepage Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/ncmbclogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230307T211304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T211304Z UID:1993-1678354200-1678377600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBIR Training - Cape Fear Community College and First Flight (HYBRID) DESCRIPTION:Location: Cape Fear Community College\, CFCC Union Station (U) Building\, 502 N Front St\, Wilmington\, NC 28401 \nLunch will be served to in-person attendees. \nIn person or via Zoom \nFirst Flight Venture Center will partner with the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, the NC Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)\, and our host\, Cape Fear Community College\, to conduct this SBIR/STTR Training. \nThe purpose of this training is to educate and inform more small businesses in North Carolina’s vastly growing science/technology ecosystem on how to compete and win more Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards from federal agencies. Known as America’s Seed Fund™\, the SBIR/STTR programs are the single largest search source of early-stage technology development and commercialization funding for small businesses. A key goal of the events is to increase the number and quality of SBIR & STTR Phase I proposals and the number of awards to NC applicants filing for the first or second time. All interested small businesses are encouraged to attend the events\, particularly those that are from rural areas\, are owned by women or economically disadvantaged applicants\, or are interested in pursuing SBIR/STTR awards from various federal agencies. \nEach event is specifically designed to be a combination of talks and 1:1s\, with less of an emphasis upon the “big picture” SBIR/STTR\, and more of an operational emphasis on answering the question\, “What don’t I know that you can tell me today that will make a difference in my ability to win an SBIR/STTR award?” \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhy SBIRs and STTRs should be on your list of ways to find funding\nHow the government agencies are different when it comes to SBIRs and STTRs\nPreparing your company to be eligible to bid on these opportunities\nBreak down the process for a SBIR and learn how to form a strategy\n\nOur Instructors have decades of experience in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses\, including raising awareness of and preparing companies to compete successfully for the SBIR/STTR application process across a wide range of federal agencies\, and will provide instructional materials that will build upon the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program that First Flight Venture Center has delivered for several years. First Flight Venture Center is nationally recognized for its outreach to applicants outside of the traditional research areas of North Carolina\, including rural applicants\, women\, and economically disadvantaged applicants. \nAttendees will hear and learn from qualified instructors: \n\nBob Burton\, Senior Manager\, NC DEFTECH.\nKrista Covey\, President\, First Flight Venture Center.\nDave Kaiser\, Deputy Director\, NC Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, which is staffed by the Office of Science\, Technology & Innovation in the NC Department of Commerce\nMark Roberson\, Hanger6\, Director\, First Flight Venture Center\n\nThe following agencies will be featured: \n\nNational Institutes of Health (NIH)\nNational Science Foundation (NSF)\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sbir-training-cape-fear-community-college-and-first-flight-hybrid/ LOCATION:Cape Fear Community College\, CFCC Union Station (U) Building\, 502 N Front St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/6A8D5A92-6CA1-41A1-BD80-75F6750A5539.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230306T212236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T212236Z UID:1970-1678438800-1678442400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call: Innovations in Textiles DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday\, March 10\, 2023\, @ 0900-1000 ET DEFTECH Coffee Call – where discussion trumps powerpoint  (TEAMS Link Below) \nTopic:  Innovations in Textiles (Results of a study commissioned by the North Carolina Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (NC DMCSP) \nBackground: North Carolina Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (NC DMCSP) On August 13\, 2021\, the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC)\, following a competitive selection process\, announced that the state of North Carolina was selected to receive the designation as one of five “Defense Manufacturing Communities” in the nation during FY2020. \nOn September 22\, 2021\, the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation awarded North Carolina State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) one of the five grants under the Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (DMCSP). The purpose of the DMCSP is to make long-term investments in critical skills\, facilities\, workforce development\, research and development\, and small business support to strengthen the national security innovation base. The grant application process was based upon the competitive ranking of proposals by a Defense Manufacturing Community Review Panel. \nThe DMCSP grant is being used to undertake a $7\,466\,588 project to strengthen defense advanced textiles manufacturing capabilities through an industrial production ecosystem that melds cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence\, microelectronics\, biotechnology\, and additive manufacturing. The North Carolina DMCSP Consortium will involve 20 entities across the state and build on existing textile manufacturing collaborations in order to establish a best-in-class innovation ecosystem for the research\, development\, and production of smart textiles and wearable devices in support of warfighter health and performance. \nGuest Speakers:   \n\nSteve McManus\, Technology Commercialization\, RTI International  Mr. McManus is an experienced technology commercialization professional. Before joining RTI\, Mr. McManus held the General Manager position with CS Medical LLC\, a medical device manufacturer\, where he managed sales\, marketing\, product development\, and operations. Prior to his tenure at CS Medical\, he worked in business development roles with BP Amoco Fabrics and Fibers (later Propex) and LORD Corporation\, establishing markets and applications for new material innovations. His current focus at RTI is serving National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers across the US by providing technology and market intelligence consulting services to manufacturing startups and established small- and medium-size firms\, and by participating in programs funded by NIST MEP\, the US Department of Defense\, US Department of Energy\, Small Business Administration\, and Federal and State agencies. Mr. McManus also manages business development for corporate clients in the manufacturing space with an increasing focus on climate tech\, including working with climate tech accelerators by conducting market and technology intelligence for deep tech startup companies. Mr. McManus has a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science in Management degree with a concentration in technology commercialization\, both from North Carolina State University.\nEmil Runge\, Director of Programs\, First Flight Venture Center  Emil leads the First Flight BARDA DRIVe Accelerator focused on national health security\, facilitates Propeller Ideation Trainings\, manages the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) with Hangar6. He also led the effort to launch Test Flight Pitch Practices to help our companies better prepare themselves to pitch to investors. In 2022\, Emil helped launch the Wheels UP Accelerator\, comprehensive 12-week\, cohort-based\, sector-focused accelerator for science/technology startups. Working in collaboration with BARDA\, the first Wheels UP cohort in summer-fall 2022 accelerated the ability of entrepreneurs to scale disruptive biotechnology and health security/pandemic preparedness solutions. BARDA provided $100\,000 in prize money as well as technical expertise for this first cohort\, which had its Demo Day (accelerator graduate presentations to potential investors and industry/government experts) on November 3\, 2022. For over two decades\, Emil has consulted\, advised and assisted elected and appointed officials in capacities at the federal\, state and local level.\n\n2023 DEFTECH Coffee Call: \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer\, mobile app\, or room device \n2023 DEFTECH Coffee Call Connection Instructions: \nClick here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 286 586 268 492 \nPasscode: SG3mYd \nDownload Teams  | Join on the web \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,849190916#    United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 849 190 916# \nWebsite: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzE1OTRlYzgtMWFmNC00YzNkLThkY2UtODFlYjZhMTM4NWEz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22c0495bcc-6df9-4950-8d49-b5f874ab28f0%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229d3523b2-835a-4474-83f0-b634bb0850a7%22%7d URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-innovations-in-textiles/ LOCATION:Microsoft Teams ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/97EA8876-55BE-4BA1-823D-EB9EE0C4DE5B_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230223T170733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T170733Z UID:1911-1678521600-1678543200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Durham VA Medical Center Hiring Event (Facemask Required) DESCRIPTION:Check-In Ground Floor Canteen Atrium \nOnsite Parking Available In Parking Garage A & B \n*Tentative Job Offers Maybe Extended Same Day* \nNow Hiring: \n\nRegistered Nurses\nLicensed Practical Nurses\nNursing Assistants\n\nIncentives for Registered Nurses: \n\nEducation Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). If applicable.\nA Recruitment Incentive of $15\,000.00 has been authorized for eligible\, highly qualified applicants.\n\nWalk-ins Welcome Applicants Must Bring: \n\nCurrent Resume\n2 Supervisory References\n2 Forms of Identification i.e. Driver’s License DriversDrivers License\, Passport and/or Social Security Card\n\n*Applicants Are Highly Encouraged To Apply Online*\nRegistered Nurse: \n\nCBTA-11843010-23-TW (Med/Surge)\nCBTA-11843015-23-TW (Critical Care)\nCBTA-11843036-23-TW (Operating Room)\nCBTA-11825819-23-CR (Specialty Clinics)\n\nLicensed Practical Nurse: \n\nCBTA-11841599-23-CR (Multiple Clinics)\n\nNursing Assistants: \n\nCBTA-11843774-23-CF (Multiple Units) URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/durham-va-medical-center-hiring-event-facemask-required/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/B1A05A2E-42B7-477B-BEEC-DAD6C4A6328E.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230301T184017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T185707Z UID:1949-1678784400-1678791600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBA Small Business Federal Certification Webinars DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nDid you know last year the federal government purchased 600 billion dollars’ worth of goods and services from small businesses? Every year the federal government aims to utilize small businesses for at least 23% of its overall spending. \nCome join the North Carolina District Office on the second Tuesday of every month to learn about the SBA’s contracting certification programs and gain a competitive edge to sell to the federal government. We will discuss the benefits of the 8(a)\, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\, HUBZone\, and Veteran Small Business (VetCert) certifications. Eligibility and how to apply will also be covered. \nPlease note: training will take place 9-11am ET and will not be recorded. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-small-business-federal-certification-webinars/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/logo_sba.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230228T194618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T205554Z UID:1933-1679038200-1679072400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:2023 SEABEE GOLF TOURNAMENT DESCRIPTION:Tee Time: 0900 \nCheck-in:  Begins at 0730 \nParadise Point Golf Course – Gold \nCamp LeJeune \n4 play scramble  $55/play (incl\, green & cart fee + lunch) \nPOC: LTJG Jack James  | Email: Jackson.b.james3.mil@us.navy.mil  |  Building 1121A \nAdditional info: \nSend names and cash payment to LTJG Jack James NLT M 1 MAR \nRental clubs $5 at clubhouse \nAwards and contests including Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive \nScott equalizers available for purchase at check-in \nProceeds will be donated to CEC/Seabee Historical Foundation URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2023-seabee-golf-tournament/ LOCATION:Paradise Point Golf Course\, Camp LeJeune\, NC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/02E5263A-58EA-4573-9DBB-5D24488F3841.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230310T153657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T153741Z UID:2011-1679043600-1679047200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call: NC Wilson College of Textiles Research & Flex Factory DESCRIPTION:Topic:  “Dr. Andre West’s Current Military Research and The New Flex Factory at Wilson College of Textiles.” \nGuest Speakers:   \nDr. Andre West is main role is the Director of Zeis Textiles Extention. ZTE mission is to serve a diverse customer base to advance economic development through collaborative partnerships and outreach\, innovative textile and quality improvement education\, and comprehensive textile prototyping and testing services. \nBefore coming to NC State\, Andre was with The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale as the Director of the Fashion Department. During his 10 years there\, he launched the Bachelors in Fashion Design\, the Bachelors in Fashion Merchandising\, a Diploma in Fashion Retailing as well as redesigning the Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Design programs for all the Art Institute schools. \nHe is very familiar with Gerber technology\, knitwear technology\, textile and embroidery machinery\, dye sublimation and screen-printing software as well as Adobe design products. \nHis dissertation involved the use of virtual world education in fashion and virtual garment design. \nHe has about thirty years of fashion industry background from small to large design and manufacturing ventures\, including owning a vertical knitwear manufacturing business and retailing his own products. \nCurrently\, he is working on vector control fabrics using Wholegarment knitwear\, body scanning\, and conductive knitting of yarns for military development. \nResearch \n\nFabrics and Garments for Insect Vector Protection\nSustainability\nAdvance Knitting Construction\nComputerized Whole Garment Knitwear\n3-D Body Scanning\nAromatherapy/Essential oil-infused garments for health and well-being\n\n  \n2023 DEFTECH Coffee Call: \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer\, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 286 586 268 492 \nPasscode: SG3mYd \nDownload Teams  | Join on the web \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,849190916#    United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 849 190 916# \nWebsite: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzE1OTRlYzgtMWFmNC00YzNkLThkY2UtODFlYjZhMTM4NWEz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22c0495bcc-6df9-4950-8d49-b5f874ab28f0%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229d3523b2-835a-4474-83f0-b634bb0850a7%22%7d URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-nc-wilson-college-of-textiles-research-flex-factory/ LOCATION:Microsoft Teams ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/97EA8876-55BE-4BA1-823D-EB9EE0C4DE5B_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230227T153132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T153132Z UID:1920-1679302800-1679664600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Comprehensive Construction & Engineering (C2E) Virtual Industry Day Notice DESCRIPTION:The 772nd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS)\, on behalf of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC)\, is seeking industry participation in a Virtual Industry Day for the Comprehensive Construction & Engineering (C2E) Program.  The 772 ESS and AFCEC are seeking industry feedback on an Indefinite Delivery and Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract approach to provide regional and worldwide construction and engineering services.  Currently\, these services are being fulfilled through the Regional Engineering & Construction (RE&C) and Worldwide Engineering & Construction (WE&C) contract vehicles. \nAnticipated Ceiling:  $10B \nAnticipated Performance Period: 10 years performance \nThe Government seeks to provide industry with insight into the Government’s requirement and allow potential Offerors the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on both the work to be performed and the contract specifics.  A detailed agenda will be provided prior to the Virtual Industry Day.  All briefings and one-on-one discussions will be conducted at the unclassified level. \nThe registration form must be submitted by all interested parties no later than 3 March 2023.  Submit registration form to the C2E team via this Survey Monkey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LSXTY9.   \nPotential Offerors are encouraged to submit all questions related to the Industry Day in advance to the C2E team at: 772ESS.PKA.C2E@us.af.mil but are not required to do so.  A summary of all questions and answers during the general session will be made available to all participants the following week by request.  A summary of only releasable questions and answers arising during the one-on-one meetings will be posted the following week as well by request. \nIf you have questions regarding Industry Day\, please submit them to the C2E team at: 772ESS.PKA.C2E@us.af.mil.  Questions submitted via other means may be missed.  This Industry Day Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and all information provided is subject to change.  This does not constitute a solicitation (Request for Proposal or Request for Quotations) or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future.  This Virtual Industry Day Notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service\, whatsoever.  Furthermore\, the Government is not currently seeking proposals.  Responders are advised the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Virtual Industry Day Notice.  The Government will not assume liability for costs incurred by any attendees for travel expenses or marketing efforts.  All costs associated with responding to this Virtual Industry Day Notice will be solely at the responding party’s expense. \nCurrently\, the C2E team members are developing a C2E Statement of Work (SOW);  however\, we request industry to review the orginals SOW from the RE&C and WE&C contracts as a baseline understanding of this program. Please see attached SOWs and tentative agenda. \nComprehensive Construction & Engineering (C2E)  \nTentative Agenda:  \n20 March 2023 – General Session; 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time (CST)  \n20 March 2023 – Questions and Answers Session; 12:45 – 2:30 p.m. (CST)  \n21 March 2023 – One-on-One Sessions; 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CST  \n22 March 2023 – One-on-One Sessions; 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CST  \n23 March 2023 – One-on-One Sessions; 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CST  \n24 March 2023 – One-on-One Sessions; 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CST  \nNOTE: Dates and times may be adjusted or extended dependent on the number of interested participants. One-on-Ones will provide each party no more than 45 minutes.  \nNOTE: A confirmation e-mail verifying successful registration\, times of individual one-on-one sessions\, and a final agenda\, will be provided no later than 13 March 2023.  URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/comprehensive-construction-engineering-c2e-virtual-industry-day-notice/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/A414135C-7834-4159-8F59-9974C29E1E99.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230209T205929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T205929Z UID:1865-1679473800-1679502600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH NAVFAC SOUTHEAST? DESCRIPTION:We have many contracting opportunities available for both large and small businesses. We operate at more than 20 Navy and Marine Corps Bases\, and other facilities in the southeastern United States. From the development of new major Navy Program Projects to continued execution of disaster recovery support and much more\, NAVFAC Southeast seeks industry’s ideas and input as we provide support to our nation’s Warfighter. \nNAVFAC SOUTHEAST INDUSTRY DAY 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here for the NAVFAC Southeast Industry Day 2023 event being held March 22 at the University of North Florida\, Adam W. Herbert University Center in Jacksonville\, Florida. \nNAVFAC SOUTHEAST INDUSTRY BRIEF \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the latest Industry Brief that provides information about the command\, acquisition strategy and contract awards outlook: \n2022 SAME Jacksonville Industry Brief – University of North Florida – Jacksonville\, Florida – December 2022 \nWORKLOAD PROJECTIONS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out about upcoming NAVFAC Southeast projects for the southeastern Area of Responsibility (AOR): \nNAVFAC Southeast – Workload Projections – January 2023 \nCONTRACTOR DIRECTORIES \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReach out to our large and small business industry partners: \nContractor Directory – April 2022 \nSmall Business Contractor Directory – February 2023 \nCONTACTS FOR SMALL BUSINESS TEAM\nJohn Bazylewicz\nAssistant Deputy Director for Small Business\n904-542-6624\njohn.p.bazylewicz.civ@us.navy.mil \nDawn Brown\nAssistant Deputy Director for Small Business\n904-542-6629\ndawn.m.brown.civ@us.navy.mil URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/want-to-do-business-with-navfac-southeast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/213E5729-DFE5-44A3-BBBD-26096B8525B1_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230307T213718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T213718Z UID:1996-1679477400-1679500800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBIR Training - Forsyth Tech Comm College at Innovation Quarter (HYBRID) DESCRIPTION:Location: Forsyth Technical Community College at Innovation Quarter\, Building: 525@Vine\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27101. Room 2446/2447 \nIn person or on Zoom \nLunch will be served to in-person attendees. \nParking: Parking Lot P5: 620 N Research Parkway\, Winston-Salem\, NC 27101 https://www.forsythtech.edu/courses-programs/for-businesses/small-business-center/driving-directions-2/ \nFirst Flight Venture Center will partner with the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, the NC Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)\, and our host\, Forsyth Tech Comm College\, to conduct this SBIR/STTR Training. \nThe purpose of this training is to educate and inform more small businesses in North Carolina’s vastly growing science/technology ecosystem on how to compete and win more Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards from federal agencies. Known as America’s Seed Fund™\, the SBIR/STTR programs are the single largest search source of early-stage technology development and commercialization funding for small businesses. A key goal of the events is to increase the number and quality of SBIR & STTR Phase I proposals and the number of awards to NC applicants filing for the first or second time. All interested small businesses are encouraged to attend the events\, particularly those that are from rural areas\, are owned by women or economically disadvantaged applicants\, or are interested in pursuing SBIR/STTR awards from various federal agencies. \nEach event is specifically designed to be a combination of talks and 1:1s\, with less of an emphasis upon the “big picture” SBIR/STTR\, and more of an operational emphasis on answering the question\, “What don’t I know that you can tell me today that will make a difference in my ability to win an SBIR/STTR award?” \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhy SBIRs and STTRs should be on your list of ways to find funding\nHow the government agencies are different when it comes to SBIRs and STTRs\nPreparing your company to be eligible to bid on these opportunities\nBreak down the process for a SBIR and learn how to form a strategy\n\nOur Instructors have decades of experience in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses\, including raising awareness of and preparing companies to compete successfully for the SBIR/STTR application process across a wide range of federal agencies\, and will provide instructional materials that will build upon the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program that First Flight Venture Center has delivered for several years. First Flight Venture Center is nationally recognized for its outreach to applicants outside of the traditional research areas of North Carolina\, including rural applicants\, women\, and economically disadvantaged applicants. \nAttendees will hear and learn from qualified instructors: \n\nBob Burton\, Senior Manager\, NC DEFTECH.\nKrista Covey\, President\, First Flight Venture Center.\nDave Kaiser\, Deputy Director\, NC Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, which is staffed by the Office of Science\, Technology & Innovation in the NC Department of Commerce\nMark Roberson\, Hanger6\, Director\, First Flight Venture Center\n\nThe following agencies will be featured: \n\nNational Institutes of Health (NIH)\nNational Science Foundation (NSF)\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sbir-training-forsyth-tech-comm-college-at-innovation-quarter-hybrid/ LOCATION:Forsyth Technical Community College at Innovation Quarter\, Building: 525@Vine\, Winston-Salem\, NC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/6A8D5A92-6CA1-41A1-BD80-75F6750A5539.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230110T220757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T194252Z UID:1594-1679508000-1679518800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:STRIVE Startup Training Week 1: Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset DESCRIPTION:Free 10-week personalized training to help Veterans and military affiliated* entrepreneurs succeed! \nNow Accepting Applications for Classes Starting March 22\, 2023! \nAPPLY NOW \nThe STRIVE program is a FREE entrepreneurship training program for Veterans and military affiliated* individuals. \nWHO BENEFITS FROM STRIVE: This intensive 10-week workshop is for the Veteran and military affiliated* entrepreneur that wants to start a new business or grow their early stage enterprise. \n*WHO CAN APPLY: STRIVE is free\, but only available to Veterans\, Active Duty\, Reserve\, National Guard\, their spouses\, and First-Generation children of Veterans. Gold Star parents\, spouses and children are also eligible. Partners in business with a Veteran may apply\, if a Veteran owns at least 50% of the business. \nOUTCOMES: At the conclusion of the STRIVE program\, participants will have an actionable plan to either launch their new business or take a significant step forward with an existing business. This plan can also be used for loan applications\, and a fundable pitch. \nUpon successful completion of the STRIVE program\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify their target market\nUtilize the 3 basic types of research to validate their business and focus their marketing\nApply an iterative “Proceed\, Pivot\, or Punt” approach to all stages of development\nUse the tools necessary to determine the business and economic model that best serves themand their company\nLearn how to rise above the clutter and noise through targeted marketing\nCreate proforma financials\nUnderstand the basics of company financial controls\nHave a comprehensive business plan suitable for funding\nCreate a competitive pitch presentation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE 3-PART STRIVE APPROACH: \n\nFace-to-face classes on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm. These classes will cover key concepts and how to take the next steps on your plan. Classes will meet at the FTCC General Classroom Building\, 2718 Fort Bragg Road\, Room 108/114. Some food and drinks will be provided.\nPrivate meetings with subject matter experts will help you resolve questions and sticking points with your plan. Depending on you and your Business Counselor’s schedules\, meetings will be held via Zoom\, phone or in person.\nIndividualwork: Participants should expect to invest 10 or more hours per week to this program.\n\nLONG ON PRACTICALITY. SHORT ON THEORY. The STRIVE program is designed to set early stage businesses on a path to success; it isn’t designed to teach participants in-depth theories like those taught in an undergraduate or graduate level entrepreneurship program. \nIT’S FREE! If accepted\, there is no cost to participants. STRIVE is offered in partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)\, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurs (NACCE)\, who\, along with FTCC\, have provided funding to provide this program to the extended ‘military family’. \nGraduates of the program may qualify for funding through various agencies and will be prepared to compete in lucrative pitch contests. STRIVE graduates will be assigned to a designated mentor to continue their progress after the conclusion of the classwork and graduation. \nAPPLICATIONS ARE DUE NLT 1200 06 MAR 23 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg . Seating is limited. Acceptance and admission emails for this cohort will be sent to each applicant nlt 1700 10MAR23. Any applicants who are not admitted to this cohort can update their original application and be considered for future cohorts. \nFAQ\n1. WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES? \nApplications are due NLT 12:00 PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. The STRIVE program is a mixture of in-person and online course work. \nWEEK 1 (MAR 22\, 2023): Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset \nWEEK 2 (MAR 29\, 2023): Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition WEEK 3 (APR 5\, 2023): Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis \nWEEK 4 (APR 12\, 2023): Building a Brand: Positioning and Pricing Strategies\, Branding\, and the Media Mix \nWEEK 5 (APR 19\, 2023): Selling: Sales\, eCommerce platforms\, and Sales Projections \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEEK 6 (APR 26\, 2023): Government Contracting\, Feasibility\, and Intellectual Property \nWEEK 7 (MAY 3\, 2023): Know the Score: Systems and Bookkeeping\nWEEK 8 (MAY 10\, 2023): Cash Flow and Financials\nWEEK 9 (MAY 17\, 2023): Operations Management: Legal and Human Resources \nWEEK 10 (MAY 24\, 2023): Pitch Deck and Presentation Training Graduation and Pitch Event- TBD \n2. HOW TO APPLY? \nComplete the application form at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Applicants will be accepted based on the potential of their business concept\, as assessed by a panel of subject matter experts. Applicants must be a current resident of North Carolina or planning to open a business in North Carolina. Fifteen applicants will be selected for this initial cohort. Applicants who are not selected for this cohort are encouraged to apply again. Applications are due NO LATER THAN 12:00PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. \n3. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED \n\nCurrent Resume\nTwo Letters of Recommendation – The writer should include the following:\n\n\n\nTheir position/ title\nTheir contact information\nHow they know the applicant and for how long\nWhy they feel the applicant would be suited to entrepreneurship\, their experience in working with the applicant\, etc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf applicable\, VA Disability rating OR Proof of Request for Disability Rating (PDF\, .jpeg\, or .png)\nDD214\, Member 4 copy (showing dates of active duty\, discharge status\, black out SSN) ORLeave and Earning Statement (LES) (PDF Format please)\n\n\n\nLetter from commander is acceptable if the DD214 is delayed\n\n\n\n\n\n4. ARE MATERIALS AND BOOKS PROVIDED?\nYes! All necessary materials will be provided at no charge. \n5. WILL MEALS BE PROVIDED?\nYes\, basic casual food (pizza\, sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.) will be provided at no charge to participants. If you require specific dietary accommodations\, we recommend you bring your own food. \n6. CAN I ATTEND REMOTELY?\nAll class sessions are onsite (2817 Fort Bragg Road\, room 108/114) without a remote option. There is digital work to be completed independently every week between March 22nd and May 24th. Individual counseling sessions may be held via Zoom\, phone or in person according to the schedule and location of the participant and the counselor. \n7. IS THERE A COST FOR THE PROGRAM?\nThere are NO CHARGES to participants in the STRIVE program\, thanks to the funding provided by Syracuse IVMF\, NACCE and the FTCC Center for Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Small Business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOTHER QUESTIONS? \nKENT HILL: Email: hillp@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672-8462 \nKIM GEBERT: Email: gebertk@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672- 8462 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity for this free startup and small business training for Veterans and qualified military affiliated* entrepreneurs. \nRegister now at http://tiny.cc/strivereg for the STRIVE cohort beginning March 22nd! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strive-startup-training-resources-to-inspire-veteran-entrepreneurship/ LOCATION:General Classroom Building\, Room 108/114\, 2817 Fort Bragg Rd ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/STRIVE-Trifold-2023-v.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230106T200905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T200905Z UID:1566-1679556600-1679590800@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. \n\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: $301.00 (includes materials) \n\nCall Carla Gavre @ 910-938-6302 or email gavrec@coastalcarolina.edu or\, Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email   coned@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class. \n  \nPlease note: \nThere are no fee exceptions for this class.   No refunds or transfers of dates or students are allowed for this class.  In the event the class is canceled by the institution (Coastal) a refund or a transfer of dates shall be granted. URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/construction-quality-management-for-contractors-class-5/ LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/F00F8FAE-F782-4C62-A4B9-A6E7DDCB5C02_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230307T214943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T214943Z UID:1999-1679563800-1679587200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBIR Training - Caldwell Community College (HYBRID) DESCRIPTION:Location: Caldwell Community College – Watauga Campus\, Dome Room Building W460\, Room 135460 Community College Drive\, Boone\, NC 28607 \nLunch will be served to in-person attendees. \nIn person or on Zoom \nFirst Flight Venture Center will partner with the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, the NC Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)\, and our host\, Caldwell Community College\, to conduct this SBIR/STTR Training. \nThe purpose of this training is to educate and inform more small businesses in North Carolina’s vastly growing science/technology ecosystem on how to compete and win more Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards from federal agencies. Known as America’s Seed Fund™\, the SBIR/STTR programs are the single largest search source of early-stage technology development and commercialization funding for small businesses. A key goal of the events is to increase the number and quality of SBIR & STTR Phase I proposals and the number of awards to NC applicants filing for the first or second time. All interested small businesses are encouraged to attend the events\, particularly those that are from rural areas\, are owned by women or economically disadvantaged applicants\, or are interested in pursuing SBIR/STTR awards from various federal agencies. \nEach event is specifically designed to be a combination of talks and 1:1s\, with less of an emphasis upon the “big picture” SBIR/STTR\, and more of an operational emphasis on answering the question\, “What don’t I know that you can tell me today that will make a difference in my ability to win an SBIR/STTR award?” \nAttendees will learn: \n\nWhy SBIRs and STTRs should be on your list of ways to find funding\nHow the government agencies are different when it comes to SBIRs and STTRs\nPreparing your company to be eligible to bid on these opportunities\nBreak down the process for a SBIR and learn how to form a strategy\n\nOur Instructors have decades of experience in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses\, including raising awareness of and preparing companies to compete successfully for the SBIR/STTR application process across a wide range of federal agencies\, and will provide instructional materials that will build upon the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program that First Flight Venture Center has delivered for several years. First Flight Venture Center is nationally recognized for its outreach to applicants outside of the traditional research areas of North Carolina\, including rural applicants\, women\, and economically disadvantaged applicants. \nAttendees will hear and learn from qualified instructors: \n\nBob Burton\, Senior Manager\, NC DEFTECH.\nKrista Covey\, President\, First Flight Venture Center.\nDave Kaiser\, Deputy Director\, NC Board of Science\, Technology & Innovation\, which is staffed by the Office of Science\, Technology & Innovation in the NC Department of Commerce\nMark Roberson\, Hanger6\, Director\, First Flight Venture Center\n\nThe following agencies will be featured: \n\nThe Department of Defense (DoD)\nThe Department of Energy (DoE)\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sbir-training-caldwell-community-college-hybrid/ LOCATION:Caldwell Community College – Watauga Campus\, Dome Room Building W460\, Room 135460 Community College Drive\, Boone\, NC\, 28607 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/6A8D5A92-6CA1-41A1-BD80-75F6750A5539.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230203T211328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T211328Z UID:1801-1679583600-1679590800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Psychology + Content = A winning Equation on your Proposal Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Government Contracting\nDescription: \n\nPsychology + Content = A winning Equation on your Proposal \nPsychology + Content = A Winning Equation \nWhat motivates us to click on a link – even if we know it’s probably click bait? Why do you open some emails but ignore others? And why on earth do we spend our greatest commodity – our time – painstakingly reading reviews in order to choose the best restaurant\, car\, vacuum\, or coffee brand? \nOn the flip side\, business development is largely about persuading potential clients to choose your business over the competition. To do that\, you gotta know what your clients are thinking and feeling. That’s why content + psychology is vital to your business success. In this webinar\, you’ll discover practical ways to increase audience appeal and\, ultimately\, to win more business – through content that gets to the heart of your clients. \nFacilitators: \nHayley Watkins\, CP APMP\, CCMP \nCo-Founder + Chief Operating Officer | Summit Strategy \nHayley brings more than 12 years of experience helping organizations elevate their brand by developing forward-thinking marketing and pursuit teams. She is experienced throughout the sales and marketing lifecycle\, including partnering with sales professionals to identify target markets and clients\, developing marketing campaigns to promote thought leadership\, leading capture planning and strategy development to win new business\, and managing all aspects of proposal development. As a leader\, she serves as an advocate\, coach\, and mentor to enhance team abilities and is an active member in industry organizations and advocate for the implementation of best practices. \nKrystn Macomber CP APMP Fellow\, LEED AP \nCo-Founder + Chief Executive Officer | Summit Strategy \nKrystn brings more than 19 years of experience helping small and large organizations improve performance and operations to create high-performing marketing\, pursuit\, and business development teams. Often commended for the ability to strategically make an impact in a short period\, Krystn successfully cultivates powerful relationships to break down silos and align goals. She brings a unique client-centric focus to branding and marketing strategies\, resulting in significant sales growth and improved win rates. Krystn has a passion for driving teams to develop innovative and unique win strategies and value propositions. She is an industry leader\, speaker\, mentor\, and coach through various professional associations and organizations. Krystn is currently the past board chair for the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP)\, a 10\,300-member\, $2.5M global professional association. \nHayley and Krystn are co-founders of Summit Strategy\, an integrated marketing + proposal consulting firm to help you win more business through strategic planning\, proposal development\, branding\, and training. We support B2G/B2B service companies\, professional services firms\, and individuals who need to elevate their brand. \n Summit Strategy \n  \nThe Catalyst has obtained Subject Matter Experts (SME) to share their knowledge during two-hour classes as part of our Government Contracting Credentials (GCC) series which is a series of classes for Government Contractors and their employees. For more information on the GCC Series visit: https://catalystcenter.org/services/our-services/item/gcc \n\nInstructions:This is an online workshop using Zoom Video Communications. You will receive a reminder email the day of the event with the link to access the meeting. \n\nRegistration Policies:\nRegistration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check\, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is cancelled\, all fees will be returned. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests. URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/psychology-content-a-winning-equation-on-your-proposal-virtual-workshop/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/F1C2339A-B69D-486A-B305-D9619087FA7E_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230301T202853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T202853Z UID:1962-1680001200-1680010200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:2023 Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC) - Annual Chairman's Luncheon DESCRIPTION:On behalf of LtGen Mark Brilakis\, USMC (Ret)\, Executive Board Chair and the entire leadership of the Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC)\, we invite you to join us for our annual Chairman’s luncheon to express our appreciation for your support. \n\n \nThe Defense Alliance of North Caroina (DANC) represents the military\, industry and academia as a private non-profit organization with a focus on strengthening the state’s defense community. The Alliance combines the powerful leadership of distinguished military officers and industry executives\, a large and active membership base\, and an impressive set of standing forums and events to support North Carolina’s government\, military\, business\, and academic communities. The members employ more than 80\,000 North Carolinians.  We provide connections and networking opportunities to build relationships and promote defense related capabilities within the state of North Carolina. \n\n\n  \nOur keynote speaker and distinguished guest is:  \n LtGen Walter E. Gaskin\, USMC (Ret)\, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs \n \n\n\nBIOGRAPHY – Lieutenant General Gaskin has served on the North Carolina Military Affairs Commission. From 2010 until his retirement from the United States Marine Corps in 2013\, Lt\, Gen. Gaskin served as the Deputy Chairman of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Military Committee in Brussels\, Belgium. \nIn that role\, he provided strategic military counsel on operations in Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and Libya to NATO’s Secretary General and the North Atlantic Council. Lt. Gen. Gaskin also served as the Commanding General of the 2d Marine Division at Camp Lejeune\, NC from June 2006 until July 2008. In addition to this role\, he simultaneously served as the Commanding General of II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward). During this tour\, Lt. Gen. Gaskin led II MEF (FWD) during its year-long deployment to Anbar Province\, Iraq as the Commanding General of Multinational Forces-West. Lt. Gen. Gaskin most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of La Porte Technology Corp. LAPORTECH is an engineering Technical Development Plan supplier with the capability to design\, test\, retrofit\, and roll out new and existing specialty defense and commercial vehicles. \nPrior to this\, Lt. Gen. Gaskin served as the Managing Director in Charge of Operation Management Complex of Global Bank in Irvine\, CA. A graduate of Savannah State University’s NROTC Scholarship Program with a Bachelor of Science\, he earned a Summa Cum Laude Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Oklahoma. He also completed the Senior Executive Seminar from the JFK School of Government at Harvard University. His military education includes the Amphibious Warfare School; Army Command and Staff College; Army War College; and the Combined/Joint Force Land Component Command Course. \nLt. General Gaskin is the 4th African American to achieve the rank of 3 Star General – and one of just 8 African Americans to do so in the 246 year history of the U.S. Marine Corps! The state of North Carolina is truly fortunate to have him\, and we the staff of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs are honored to serve under his leadership! \n\nREGISTER \n\nTickets – $35 per person \nSchedule of Events \n11:00am – Arrival and Networking\n11:30am – Welcome – Tammy Everett\, DANC Executive Director\n11:40am – Honor Guard Post Colors\, Pledge of Allegiance \n11:50am – National Anthem and Invocation – John Bellamy\, Operations Manager\, Fayetteville State University Center for Defense & Homeland Security\, DANC Management Council President \n12noon – Buffet Opens \n12:20pm – Opening Remarks\, Recognitions and Acknowledgement of Special Guests – LtGen Mark Brilakis\, USMC (Ret)\, DANC Executive Board Chair \n12:30pm-1:00pm Keynote Speaker – LtGen Walt Gaskin\, USMC (Ret)\, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs \n1:00pm-1:30pm Announcements and Closing Remarks \nSponsorship Opportunities \nGOLD – $1\,000\n4 tickets for luncheon • 1 page advertisement in program • 1 display table during pre-lunch networking • Table sign with logo • Thank-you signage at event • Logo on screen during event • Logo printed in program • Podium remarks \nSILVER – $500\n2 tickets for luncheon • 1 page advertisement in program • 1 display table during pre-lunch networking • Table sign with logo • Thank-you signage at event • Logo on screen during event • Logo printed in program • Podium recognition \nBRONZE – $250\n1 ticket for luncheon • Table sign with logo •\n• Thank-you signage at event • Logo on screen during event • Logo printed in program\n• Podium recognition URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2023-defense-alliance-of-north-carolina-danc-annual-chairmans-luncheon/ LOCATION:Prestonwood Country Club\, 300 Prestonwood Pkwy\, Cary\, NC\, 27513 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/CD4A360C-471C-4A3B-9C1F-675A4267536B.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230203T175113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T175832Z UID:1759-1680084000-1680089400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Naval Undersea Warfare Center: Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business DESCRIPTION:ACTIVE: Contract Opportunity \nNotice ID: 2023WWTDFSB \nRelated Notice \nDepartment/Ind. Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE \nSub-tier: DEPT OF THE NAVY \nMajor Command: NAVSEA \nSub Command: NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER \nOffice: NAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTER \nGeneral Information  \nContract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Updated) \n\nAll Dates/Times are: (UTC-08:00) PACIFIC STANDARD TIME\, LOS ANGELES\, USA\nUpdated Published Date: Jan 27\, 2023 11:20 am PST\nOriginal Published Date: Dec 16\, 2022 03:00 pm PST\nUpdated Response Date: Dec 19\, 2023 05:00 pm PST\nOriginal Response Date: Dec 19\, 2023 05:00 pm PST\nInactive Policy: 15 days after response date\nUpdated Inactive Date:\nOriginal Inactive Date:\nInitiative:\n\nNone\n\n\n\nClassification \n\nOriginal Set Aside:\nProduct Service Code:\nNAICS Code:\nPlace of Performance:\n\nDescriptionView Changes \nWednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to learn about doing business with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division\, Keyport.  Industry will learn about the types of supplies and service contract opportunities\, set-aside opportunities\, and how to do business with NUWC Keyport.   Hear from the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS/IMF) Deputy for Small Business\, Washington State Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, Northwest Tech Bridge\, and other NAVSEA Small Business Deputies (if available). \nThis monthly event will be both in-person and virtual on the dates listed below. \nDates: February 22\, 2023; March 29\, 2023; April 26\, 2023; May 31 2023; June 28\, 2023; July 19\, 2023; August 30\, 2023; September 27\, 2023; October 25\, 2023; November 29\, 2023; December 20\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am \nLocation: (In-Person and Virtual) \nIn person location: \nThe Vibe Coworks \n19225 8th Ave NE \nSuite 201 \nPoulsbo\, WA. 98370 \nVirtual: Microsoft Teams \nWho: Best suites companies with the following NAICS Codes: \n334511 (SEARCH\, DETECTION\, NAVIGATION\, GUIDANCE\, AERONAUTICAL\, AND NAUTICAL SYSTEM AND INSTRUMENT MANUFACTURING) \n541330 (ENGINEERING SERVICES) \n336611 (SHIP BUILDING AND REPAIRING) \n334419 (OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MANUFACTURING) \n541614 (PROCESS\, PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION\, AND LOGISTICS CONSULTING SERVICES) \n541519 (OTHER COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES) \n541511 (CUSTOM COMPUTER PROGRAMMING SERVICES) \n511210 (SOFTWARE PUBLISHERS) \n332710 (MACHINE SHOPS) \n335314 (RELAY AND INDUSTRIAL CONTROL MANUFACTURING) \n811310 (COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR (EXCEPT AUTOMOTIV AND ELECTRONIC) AND MAINTENANCE \nThe above NAICS codes are not all inclusive. \nPlease note\, Meetings are subject to cancellation or changing. \nTo register\, send an email to the POC’s listed with the following information: Company name\, CAGE Code\, top NAICS Code(s)\, individual(s) who will be attending email address\, which month(s) you would like to attend\, if you will be attending virtually or in-person\, and attach a capability statement.  Please note\, due to space limitations\, in-person will be first come first serve\, and only one person from your company may attend (unless space is available).  Those that will be attending virtually will receive a link to the event in a separate email. \nAttachments/Links \nNo attachments or links have been added to this opportunity. \nContact Information \nContracting Office Address \n\nDIVISION KEYPORT NWCF 610 DOWELL STREET\nKEYPORT \, WA 98345-7610\nUSA\n\nPrimary Point of Contact \n\nDavid Walz\n   david.e.walz.civ@us.navy.mil\n\nSecondary Point of Contact \n\nJuliet Roske\n   juliet.r.roske.civ@us.navy.mil URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/naval-undersea-warfare-center-wednesday-with-the-deputy-for-small-business-2/ LOCATION:Hybrid: In-person/Microsoft Teams\, 3030 Hoskins Road\, Levan Hall Conference Room\,\, Fort Sill\, OK\, 73503 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/522D6C62-B556-4B76-9E50-B5C965170C42_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230207T194738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T194738Z UID:1824-1680112800-1680123600@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:STRIVE Startup Training Week 2: Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition DESCRIPTION:STRIVE Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship \nFree 10-week personalized training to help Veterans and military affiliated* entrepreneurs succeed! \nNow Accepting Applications for Classes Starting March 22\, 2023! \nAPPLY NOW \nThe STRIVE program is a FREE entrepreneurship training program for Veterans and military affiliated* individuals. \nWHO BENEFITS FROM STRIVE: This intensive 10-week workshop is for the Veteran and military affiliated* entrepreneur that wants to start a new business or grow their early stage enterprise. \n*WHO CAN APPLY: STRIVE is free\, but only available to Veterans\, Active Duty\, Reserve\, National Guard\, their spouses\, and First-Generation children of Veterans. Gold Star parents\, spouses and children are also eligible. Partners in business with a Veteran may apply\, if a Veteran owns at least 50% of the business. \nOUTCOMES: At the conclusion of the STRIVE program\, participants will have an actionable plan to either launch their new business or take a significant step forward with an existing business. This plan can also be used for loan applications\, and a fundable pitch. \nUpon successful completion of the STRIVE program\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify their target market\nUtilize the 3 basic types of research to validate their business and focus their marketing\nApply an iterative “Proceed\, Pivot\, or Punt” approach to all stages of development\nUse the tools necessary to determine the business and economic model that best serves themand their company\nLearn how to rise above the clutter and noise through targeted marketing\nCreate proforma financials\nUnderstand the basics of company financial controls\nHave a comprehensive business plan suitable for funding\nCreate a competitive pitch presentation\n\nTHE 3-PART STRIVE APPROACH: \n\nFace-to-face classes on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm. These classes will cover key concepts and how to take the next steps on your plan. Classes will meet at the FTCC General Classroom Building\, 2718 Fort Bragg Road\, Room 108/114. Some food and drinks will be provided.\nPrivate meetings with subject matter experts will help you resolve questions and sticking points with your plan. Depending on you and your Business Counselor’s schedules\, meetings will be held via Zoom\, phone or in person.\nIndividualwork: Participants should expect to invest 10 or more hours per week to this program.\n\nLONG ON PRACTICALITY. SHORT ON THEORY. The STRIVE program is designed to set early stage businesses on a path to success; it isn’t designed to teach participants in-depth theories like those taught in an undergraduate or graduate level entrepreneurship program. \nIT’S FREE! If accepted\, there is no cost to participants. STRIVE is offered in partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)\, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurs (NACCE)\, who\, along with FTCC\, have provided funding to provide this program to the extended ‘military family’. \nGraduates of the program may qualify for funding through various agencies and will be prepared to compete in lucrative pitch contests. STRIVE graduates will be assigned to a designated mentor to continue their progress after the conclusion of the classwork and graduation. \nAPPLICATIONS ARE DUE NLT 1200 06 MAR 23 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg . Seating is limited. Acceptance and admission emails for this cohort will be sent to each applicant nlt 1700 10MAR23. Any applicants who are not admitted to this cohort can update their original application and be considered for future cohorts. \nFAQ\n1. WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES? \nApplications are due NLT 12:00 PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. The STRIVE program is a mixture of in-person and online course work. \nWEEK 1 (MAR 22\, 2023): Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset \nWEEK 2 (MAR 29\, 2023): Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition \nWEEK 3 (APR 5\, 2023): Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis \nWEEK 4 (APR 12\, 2023): Building a Brand: Positioning and Pricing Strategies\, Branding\, and the Media Mix \nWEEK 5 (APR 19\, 2023): Selling: Sales\, eCommerce platforms\, and Sales Projections \nWEEK 6 (APR 26\, 2023): Government Contracting\, Feasibility\, and Intellectual Property \nWEEK 7 (MAY 3\, 2023): Know the Score: Systems and Bookkeeping\nWEEK 8 (MAY 10\, 2023): Cash Flow and Financials\nWEEK 9 (MAY 17\, 2023): Operations Management: Legal and Human Resources \nWEEK 10 (MAY 24\, 2023): Pitch Deck and Presentation Training Graduation and Pitch Event- TBD \n\n HOW TO APPLY?\n\nComplete the application form at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Applicants will be accepted based on the potential of their business concept\, as assessed by a panel of subject matter experts. Applicants must be a current resident of North Carolina or planning to open a business in North Carolina. Fifteen applicants will be selected for this initial cohort. Applicants who are not selected for this cohort are encouraged to apply again. Applications are due NO LATER THAN 12:00PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. \n\n DOCUMENTS REQUIRED\n\n\nCurrent Resume\nTwo Letters of Recommendation – The writer should include the following:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheir position/ title\nTheir contact information\nHow they know the applicant and for how long\nWhy they feel the applicant would be suited to entrepreneurship\, their experience in working with the applicant\, etc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf applicable\, VA Disability rating OR Proof of Request for Disability Rating (PDF\, .jpeg\, or .png)\nDD214\, Member 4 copy (showing dates of active duty\, discharge status\, black out SSN) ORLeave and Earning Statement (LES) (PDF Format please)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter from commander is acceptable if the DD214 is delayed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ARE MATERIALS AND BOOKS PROVIDED?\nYes! All necessary materials will be provided at no charge.\n WILL MEALS BE PROVIDED?\nYes\, basic casual food (pizza\, sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.) will be provided at no charge to participants. If you require specific dietary accommodations\, we recommend you bring your own food.\n CAN I ATTEND REMOTELY?\nAll class sessions are onsite (2817 Fort Bragg Road\, room 108/114) without a remote option. There is digital work to be completed independently every week between March 22nd and May 24th. Individual counseling sessions may be held via Zoom\, phone or in person according to the schedule and location of the participant and the counselor.\n IS THERE A COST FOR THE PROGRAM?\nThere are NO CHARGES to participants in the STRIVE program\, thanks to the funding provided by Syracuse IVMF\, NACCE and the FTCC Center for Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Small Business.\n\nOTHER QUESTIONS? \nKENT HILL: Email: hillp@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672-8462 \nKIM GEBERT: Email: gebertk@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672- 8462 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity for this free startup and small business training for Veterans and qualified military affiliated* entrepreneurs. \nRegister now at http://tiny.cc/strivereg for the STRIVE cohort beginning March 22nd! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strive-startup-training-week-2-building-the-foundation-business-model-canvas-and-value-proposition/ LOCATION:General Classroom Building\, Room 108/114\, 2817 Fort Bragg Rd ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/STRIVE-Trifold-2023-v.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230203T173022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T134034Z UID:1749-1680170400-1680188400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Durham’s 2023 BATTLE in the BULL Career Expo DESCRIPTION:Thank you for advertising for our event! Durham’s 2023 BATTLE in the BULL Career Expo (ncmbc.us) – the registration link is for employers to sign up\, but we are full! Could you change it to the jobseeker one? Thank you so much. \nRegister NOW for Durham’s 2023 BATTLE in the BULL Career Expo to be held on Thursday\, March 30th from 10am-3pm for veterans\, and 11am-3pm for all other jobseekers. This Career Expo will feature 70+ area employers from multiple sectors\, including but not limited to\, Construction\, Health Care\, Government\, Manufacturing\, Skilled Trades\, and Technology. \nBattle in the Bull is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to network with recruiters and learn more about career opportunities in their industry or field of study. \nThis Expo is the largest career expo in Durham\, NC and explicitly geared to adults and students to “Battle” for a career here in the Bull City of (Durham) and we hope you are one of them! \nEvent: 2023 BATTLE in the BULL CAREER EXPO\nDate: THURSDAY\, MARCH 30TH\, 2023\nTime: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (VETERANS MAY ENTER AT 10:00AM)\nLocation: DURHAM CONVENTION CENTER\nRegistration Link: https://bit.ly/battleinthebulllcareerexpo \nPlease come dressed professionally with a resume\, as employers will be prepared to interview and hire on the spot! \nSpace is limited to 70 employers\, so don’t delay in registering.  Thank you\, and we hope you will attend! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/durhams-2023-battle-in-the-bull-career-expo/ LOCATION:Durham Convention Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/EB6874FB-F359-4F44-9EF1-59DF81168EA8_4_5005_c.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="NC Career Works Center":MAILTO:mailto:paige.crafton@commerce.nc.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230223T163828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T163828Z UID:1903-1680192000-1680199200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE! MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS CENTER II RIBBON CUTTING DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Solutions Center and City of Conover will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception to celebrate the completion of the Manufacturing Solutions Center II building! Tours of the facility will be available during the event. \nPlease make plans to join us on: \nThursday\, March 30\, 2023 \n4pm-6pm with Ribbon Cutting at 5pm \nManufacturing Solutions Center II\n350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC 28613\n\nFormal invitation to follow. \nFor additional information\,\nContact: MSC Director\, Jeff Neuville\nEmail:  jneuville@manufactuingsolutionscenter.org\nTelephone:  828-327-7000 ext. 4102 URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/save-the-date-manufacturing-solutions-center-ii-ribbon-cutting/ LOCATION:Manufacturing Solutions Center II\, 350 5th Avenue SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/EA264DEB-CFAB-4203-9062-ABEF931AE0FC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T090000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230328T162926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T162926Z UID:2058-1680249600-1680253200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call Early Bird Session: Hybrid in-person & virtual DESCRIPTION:DEFTECH Coffee Call Early Bird Session \nFriday\, March 31\, 2023\, 0800 – 0900 am ET DEFTECH “Early Bird” “Hybrid”  in-person & virtual Coffee Call \n(TEAMS Link Below) \nTopic: Textile Sciences\, Nano-Hybrid LED Fiber Yarn Innovations \nGuest Speakers: \n\nMatthew Kolmes\, CEO of Supreme Corporation\, USA\nRakkiyappan Chandran PhD\, Principal Scientist at Supreme Corporation\, USA\nLee Moritz\, Textile Industry Professional\, NC Military Business Center\n\nLocation: TEAMS Call or In-Person at: The Manufacturing Solutions Center II\, 350 5th Ave SE\, Conover\, NC 28613  www.manufacturingsolutionscenter.org \nRegistration (In-Person Only): Please use the following link to assist DEFTECH with the headcount for those who wish to attend in person.  We recommend that you arrive by 745 am.  You only need to register 1 time for the in-person session (8 am – 10 am).\nPlease register by 12 noon\, Wednesday March 29\, 2023. \nRegistration for the DEFTECH In-Person Coffee Call Friday March 31\, 2023\, 8 – 10 am ET\nIf you are Not attending In-Person\, there is no need to register. The link for all Coffee Calls this year is the same (link at the bottom). Thank you\, and we look forward to joining you on Friday for the In-Person Coffee Call. \nSupreme Corporation – Advanced Yarn Technologies \nSupreme Corporation – Advanced Yarn Technologies Advanced Textile Science 58 Years in Business 8 Innovation Awards 64 Patents 14 Patents Pending Explore Our Yarn Solutions TUFF-N-LITE® PPE Our Tuff-N-Lite® material is ounce for ounce up to 15 times stronger than steel — but it’s as soft and flexible as cotton. \nMatthew Kolmes\nMr. Kolmes is the CEO of Supreme Corporation\, USA. Supremes’ Mission is to make the highest quality cut\, slash\, and abrasion resistant yarns\, fabrics\, and safety products in the world\, utilizing proprietary coatings engineered to provide antimicrobial\, flame retardant (FR)\, durable water repellent (DWR)\, and other desired protective finishes.  Supreme celebrated its fifty eighth year in business this July\, and has engineered yarns\, fabrics\, and safety products for such prestigious organizations including the Japanese Police Department\, Holland SWAT\, The Italian Ministry of Defense\, Beijing SWAT\, and in America for the New York Police Department (NYPD). Supreme engineers a diverse array of extremely high-tech yarns\, including those that are used for body implants and medical devices\, and conductive and reflective yarns used for Military\, Police\, Sports\, and Motorcycling applications. Our latest projects include Heated Gloves for the Military\, Medicine Releasing yarns and fabrics\, Anti-viral finish that kills viruses on contact\, Geo-location and impact sensing shirts\, with vital sign monitoring for Soldiers\, First Responders\, Police and Athletes. Matt’s focus has been on developing platforms of products that improve health and well-being or lead to intervention and prevention of fatalities. \nRakkiyappan Chandran PhD\nRakkiyappan Chandran is the Principal Scientist at Supreme Corporation with more than 8 years of diversified experience and specialized training from Harvard-MIT research laboratories. His strong background in polymeric biomaterials science and engineering has allowed his research to be particularly unique\, with applications such as novel nanostructured polymeric surfaces\, nanotechnology\, and treatments for disease. His expertise is in the field of nano-polymeric biomaterials and encapsulation formulation\, photodynamic therapy\, polymer processing & characterization\, composite fibers\, and smart textiles. At Supreme Corporation Dr.Chandran leads the R&D to new product and process development\, quality improvement\, and cost reduction. He undertook many industrial and academic project for execution and management\, from technology transfer to commercialization of new products.\n2023 DEFTECH Coffee Call Connection Instructions: \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer\, mobile app\, or room device \nClick here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 286 586 268 492\nPasscode: SG3mYd \nDownload Teams | Join on the web \nOr call in (audio only) \n+1 980-296-2533\,\,849190916#   United States\, Charlotte \nPhone Conference ID: 849 190 916# \nFind a local number \nQuestions or assistance\, contact:\nNorth Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) \nDennis Lewis\nlewisd@ncmbc.us\n703-217-3127 \nBob Burton\nburtonr@ncmbc.us\n910-824-9609 URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-early-bird-session-hybrid-in-person-virtual/ LOCATION:The Manufacturing Solutions Center II\, 350 5th Avenue\, Conover\, NC\, 28613 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/97EA8876-55BE-4BA1-823D-EB9EE0C4DE5B_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230301T182603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T182603Z UID:1945-1680598800-1680606000@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBA New 8(a) Applications DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in applying for the 8(a) program but don’t know where to start? Join the North Carolina District Office for a webinar that will cover what to consider before applying\, the benefits\, eligibility\, and how to apply to the 8(a) program for socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses.  \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-new-8a-applications/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/logo_sba.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230207T195305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202549Z UID:1827-1680717600-1680728400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:STRIVE Startup Training Week 3: Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis DESCRIPTION:STRIVE Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship  \nFree 10-week personalized training to help Veterans and military affiliated* entrepreneurs succeed! \nNow Accepting Applications for Classes Starting March 22\, 2023! \nAPPLY NOW \nThe STRIVE program is a FREE entrepreneurship training program for Veterans and military affiliated* individuals. \nWHO BENEFITS FROM STRIVE: This intensive 10-week workshop is for the Veteran and military affiliated* entrepreneur that wants to start a new business or grow their early stage enterprise. \n*WHO CAN APPLY: STRIVE is free\, but only available to Veterans\, Active Duty\, Reserve\, National Guard\, their spouses\, and First-Generation children of Veterans. Gold Star parents\, spouses and children are also eligible. Partners in business with a Veteran may apply\, if a Veteran owns at least 50% of the business. \nOUTCOMES: At the conclusion of the STRIVE program\, participants will have an actionable plan to either launch their new business or take a significant step forward with an existing business. This plan can also be used for loan applications\, and a fundable pitch. \nUpon successful completion of the STRIVE program\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify their target market\nUtilize the 3 basic types of research to validate their business and focus their marketing\nApply an iterative “Proceed\, Pivot\, or Punt” approach to all stages of development\nUse the tools necessary to determine the business and economic model that best serves themand their company\nLearn how to rise above the clutter and noise through targeted marketing\nCreate proforma financials\nUnderstand the basics of company financial controls\nHave a comprehensive business plan suitable for funding\nCreate a competitive pitch presentation\n\nTHE 3-PART STRIVE APPROACH: \n\nFace-to-face classes on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm. These classes will cover key concepts and how to take the next steps on your plan. Classes will meet at the FTCC General Classroom Building\, 2718 Fort Bragg Road\, Room 108/114. Some food and drinks will be provided.\nPrivate meetings with subject matter experts will help you resolve questions and sticking points with your plan. Depending on you and your Business Counselor’s schedules\, meetings will be held via Zoom\, phone or in person.\nIndividualwork: Participants should expect to invest 10 or more hours per week to this program.\n\nLONG ON PRACTICALITY. SHORT ON THEORY. The STRIVE program is designed to set early stage businesses on a path to success; it isn’t designed to teach participants in-depth theories like those taught in an undergraduate or graduate level entrepreneurship program. \nIT’S FREE! If accepted\, there is no cost to participants. STRIVE is offered in partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)\, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurs (NACCE)\, who\, along with FTCC\, have provided funding to provide this program to the extended ‘military family’. \nGraduates of the program may qualify for funding through various agencies and will be prepared to compete in lucrative pitch contests. STRIVE graduates will be assigned to a designated mentor to continue their progress after the conclusion of the classwork and graduation. \nAPPLICATIONS ARE DUE NLT 1200 06 MAR 23 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg . Seating is limited. Acceptance and admission emails for this cohort will be sent to each applicant nlt 1700 10MAR23. Any applicants who are not admitted to this cohort can update their original application and be considered for future cohorts. \nFAQ\n1. WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES? \nApplications are due NLT 12:00 PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. The STRIVE program is a mixture of in-person and online course work. \nWEEK 1 (MAR 22\, 2023): Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset \nWEEK 2 (MAR 29\, 2023): Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition \nWEEK 3 (APR 5\, 2023): Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis \nWEEK 4 (APR 12\, 2023): Building a Brand: Positioning and Pricing Strategies\, Branding\, and the Media Mix \nWEEK 5 (APR 19\, 2023): Selling: Sales\, eCommerce platforms\, and Sales Projections \nWEEK 6 (APR 26\, 2023): Government Contracting\, Feasibility\, and Intellectual Property \nWEEK 7 (MAY 3\, 2023): Know the Score: Systems and Bookkeeping\nWEEK 8 (MAY 10\, 2023): Cash Flow and Financials\nWEEK 9 (MAY 17\, 2023): Operations Management: Legal and Human Resources \nWEEK 10 (MAY 24\, 2023): Pitch Deck and Presentation Training Graduation and Pitch Event- TBD \n\n HOW TO APPLY?\n\nComplete the application form at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Applicants will be accepted based on the potential of their business concept\, as assessed by a panel of subject matter experts. Applicants must be a current resident of North Carolina or planning to open a business in North Carolina. Fifteen applicants will be selected for this initial cohort. Applicants who are not selected for this cohort are encouraged to apply again. Applications are due NO LATER THAN 12:00PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. \n\n DOCUMENTS REQUIRED\n\n\nCurrent Resume\nTwo Letters of Recommendation – The writer should include the following:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheir position/ title\nTheir contact information\nHow they know the applicant and for how long\nWhy they feel the applicant would be suited to entrepreneurship\, their experience in working with the applicant\, etc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf applicable\, VA Disability rating OR Proof of Request for Disability Rating (PDF\, .jpeg\, or .png)\nDD214\, Member 4 copy (showing dates of active duty\, discharge status\, black out SSN) ORLeave and Earning Statement (LES) (PDF Format please)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter from commander is acceptable if the DD214 is delayed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ARE MATERIALS AND BOOKS PROVIDED?\nYes! All necessary materials will be provided at no charge.\n WILL MEALS BE PROVIDED?\nYes\, basic casual food (pizza\, sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.) will be provided at no charge to participants. If you require specific dietary accommodations\, we recommend you bring your own food.\n CAN I ATTEND REMOTELY?\nAll class sessions are onsite (2817 Fort Bragg Road\, room 108/114) without a remote option. There is digital work to be completed independently every week between March 22nd and May 24th. Individual counseling sessions may be held via Zoom\, phone or in person according to the schedule and location of the participant and the counselor.\n IS THERE A COST FOR THE PROGRAM?\nThere are NO CHARGES to participants in the STRIVE program\, thanks to the funding provided by Syracuse IVMF\, NACCE and the FTCC Center for Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Small Business.\n\nOTHER QUESTIONS? \nKENT HILL: Email: hillp@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672-8462 \nKIM GEBERT: Email: gebertk@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672- 8462 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity for this free startup and small business training for Veterans and qualified military affiliated* entrepreneurs. \nRegister now at http://tiny.cc/strivereg for the STRIVE cohort beginning March 22nd! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strive-startup-training-week-3-customers-and-competitors-customer-segments-target-markets-and-competitive-analysis/ LOCATION:General Classroom Building\, Room 108/114\, 2817 Fort Bragg Rd ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/STRIVE-Trifold-2023-v.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230207T181547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T181547Z UID:1814-1680766200-1680800400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:2023 U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command Capability Days/Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Description\n\nThe U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command is hosting a full day\, in-person business engagement event: \nThe 2023 USAMRDC Capability Days – Industry Day will be held on April 6\, 2023\, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST at Fort Detrick\, Maryland. \nThis event is an opportunity to provide outreach to our industry partners that support Medical Research and Development (R&D) efforts\, to enhance competition\, build relationships and facilitate a better understanding of our command’s mission requirements and priorities. \nThe event will include briefings from BG Anthony McQueen\, USAMRDC and Fort Detrick Commander as well as other senior leaders. Attendees will learn about our life-saving research and innovative acquisition strategies. They will learn how we inform and shape future priorities and efforts. \nAttendees will gain a better understanding of our organization and our priorities through an Advanced Planning Brief. \nThe event will allow attendees to engage with our contracting team\, small business programs\, tech transfer experts and Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs to learn about future opportunities. \nThe event will include presentations on 3 development efforts firsthand. \nAt the conclusion of the event\, attendees will depart with a thorough understanding of our current efforts\, our research and development needs and our processes. \nAdvanced registration for the 2023 USAMRDC Capability Days – Industry Day is required for all attendees and must be completed at the following link: https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=719382&k=05604B0A7355 \nFollowing registration\, attendees will be sent a pre-vetting form. The form must be completed in order to gain access to the installation. Attendees who fail to complete the pre-vetting form will be unregistered and will not be permitted to attend. \nRegistration and pre-vetting forms must be completed no later than 17 March 2023.\nSpace is limited. This event is limited to two contractors per vendor\, on a first-come basis. URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2023-u-s-army-medical-research-and-development-command-capability-days-industry-day/ LOCATION:Fort Detrick\, Building 1520\, Fort Detrick\, Maryland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/4B29596E-1969-4C52-A2ED-AACD62F422EA_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230301T191444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T191444Z UID:1952-1681203600-1681210800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:SBA Small Business Federal Certification Webinars DESCRIPTION:Did you know last year the federal government purchased 600 billion dollars’ worth of goods and services from small businesses? Every year the federal government aims to utilize small businesses for at least 23% of its overall spending. \nCome join the North Carolina District Office on the second Tuesday of every month to learn about the SBA’s contracting certification programs and gain a competitive edge to sell to the federal government. We will discuss the benefits of the 8(a)\, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\, HUBZone\, and Veteran Small Business (VetCert) certifications. Eligibility and how to apply will also be covered. \nPlease note: training will take place 9-11am ET and will not be recorded. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-small-business-federal-certification-webinars-2/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/logo_sba.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20220822T113601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T182353Z UID:280-1681257600-1681430399@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:Southeast Regional Federal Construction\, Infrastructure & Environment Summit DESCRIPTION:For more information and to register\, visit: https://summit.ncmbc.us\nThe Office of Senator Thom Tillis and the North Carolina Military Business Center are pleased to announce the in-person Southeast Regional Federal Construction\, Infrastructure & Environment Summit on April 12-13\, 2023 in Wilmington\, North Carolina. \nHOSTED BY: \n\nOffice of United States Senator Richard Burr\nOffice of United State Senator Thom Tillis\nNorth Carolina Military Business Center\n\nWHEN.\nApril 12-13\, 2023 \nWHERE.\nWilmington Convention Center\n515 Nutt Street\nWilmington\, NC 28401 \nPURPOSE.  “The Summit” brings together over 600 representatives of the Corps of Engineers\, Naval Facilities Engineering Command\, Fort Bragg\, Marine Corps Installations East\, Seymour Johnson AFB\, other Army\, Air Force\, Navy and Marine Corps installations\, US Coast Guard\, Department of Veterans Affairs\, General Services Administration\, other federal agencies\, general and specialty contractors\, designers and construction suppliers from throughout the Southeast of the United States. \nATTENDANCE. Attendance is encouraged for: \n\nGeneral and specialty contractors that work in VA\, NC\, SC\, GA and FL.\nDesign firms that work in VA\, NC\, SC\, GA and FL.\nConstruction supply firms that work in VA\, NC\, SC\, GA and FL.\nCompanies that provide facility-support contracts in VA\, NC\, SC\, GA and FL.\nCurrent federal contractors seeking partners and suppliers\n\n\nWHY ATTEND THE SUMMIT? \n\nThe Summit is the premier\, best-established and most-recognized federal construction event in the Southeast– businesses who are already engaged or want to perform in the federal market need to be there!\n“Program and Issues Dialogues” address future projects and acquisition strategies\, contractor experiences\, teaming and supplier opportunities and other issues related to acquisition and execution of projects at military bases and government throughout the Southeast.  These sessions also include information on federal opportunities in environmental engineering and remediation\, energy and horizontal infrastructure (including roads and intersections\, water\, wastewater\, natural gas and other utilities)\nOther Summit sessions address critical and timely topics\, including supplier\, service contract and public-private opportunities\, small business programs and utilization\, budget impacts\, contracting processes and pre- and post-award legal issues for federal contractors\nSummit networking and trade show activities allow businesses to market their services and products to over 600 general contractors\, specialty contractors\, engineers\, architects and suppliers\nIn addition\, pre-Summit networking opportunities include a golf event hosted and organized by the Cape Fear Post of the Society of American Military Engineers  and an evening Summit Social at Ironclad Brewery in downtown Wilmington – a huge hit from for the past several years! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/lorem-ipsum-dolor-1/ LOCATION:Wilmington Convention Center CATEGORIES:Homepage Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/Backho-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230209T191255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T191403Z UID:1851-1681290000-1681300800@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:WILMINGTON NAVY WEEK: Doing Business with the Department of the Navy Small Business Workshop DESCRIPTION:“Doing Business with the DON” Small Business Workshop \nIn partnership with the North Carolina Military Business Center and in conjunction with the Southeast Region Federal Construction\, Infrastructure and Environmental Summit the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) will facilitate a “Doing Business with the DON” small business workshop. During this event\, small businesses will receive information on the following topics: \n• DON OSBP Achievements and Goals • DON OSBP Mentor-Protégé Program • Preparing for the DON procurement process • Resources to help small businesses • Buying Command Overview: Headquarters Marine Corps Installations and Logistics (HQMC I&L)\, Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC)\, Military Sealift Command (MSC)\, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)\, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC)\, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR)\, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)\, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP)\, Office of Naval Research (ONR)\, Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) \nREGISTER: copy and paste the link if you receive an error-https://ncmbc.us/Machform/machform/view.php?id=196490 \nPresented by: Department of the Navy – Office of Small Business Program and North Carolina Military Business Center URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/wilmington-navy-week-doing-business-with-the-department-of-the-navy-small-business-workshop/ LOCATION:Wilmington Convention Center CATEGORIES:Homepage Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/Navy-Week-Wilmington_flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230208T202943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202943Z UID:1838-1681322400-1681333200@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:STRIVE STARTUP TRAINING WEEK 4: Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis DESCRIPTION:STRIVE Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship  \nFree 10-week personalized training to help Veterans and military affiliated* entrepreneurs succeed! \nNow Accepting Applications for Classes Starting March 22\, 2023! \nAPPLY NOW \nThe STRIVE program is a FREE entrepreneurship training program for Veterans and military affiliated* individuals. \nWHO BENEFITS FROM STRIVE: This intensive 10-week workshop is for the Veteran and military affiliated* entrepreneur that wants to start a new business or grow their early stage enterprise. \n*WHO CAN APPLY: STRIVE is free\, but only available to Veterans\, Active Duty\, Reserve\, National Guard\, their spouses\, and First-Generation children of Veterans. Gold Star parents\, spouses and children are also eligible. Partners in business with a Veteran may apply\, if a Veteran owns at least 50% of the business. \nOUTCOMES: At the conclusion of the STRIVE program\, participants will have an actionable plan to either launch their new business or take a significant step forward with an existing business. This plan can also be used for loan applications\, and a fundable pitch. \nUpon successful completion of the STRIVE program\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify their target market\nUtilize the 3 basic types of research to validate their business and focus their marketing\nApply an iterative “Proceed\, Pivot\, or Punt” approach to all stages of development\nUse the tools necessary to determine the business and economic model that best serves themand their company\nLearn how to rise above the clutter and noise through targeted marketing\nCreate proforma financials\nUnderstand the basics of company financial controls\nHave a comprehensive business plan suitable for funding\nCreate a competitive pitch presentation\n\nTHE 3-PART STRIVE APPROACH: \n\nFace-to-face classes on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm. These classes will cover key concepts and how to take the next steps on your plan. Classes will meet at the FTCC General Classroom Building\, 2718 Fort Bragg Road\, Room 108/114. Some food and drinks will be provided.\nPrivate meetings with subject matter experts will help you resolve questions and sticking points with your plan. Depending on you and your Business Counselor’s schedules\, meetings will be held via Zoom\, phone or in person.\nIndividualwork: Participants should expect to invest 10 or more hours per week to this program.\n\nLONG ON PRACTICALITY. SHORT ON THEORY. The STRIVE program is designed to set early stage businesses on a path to success; it isn’t designed to teach participants in-depth theories like those taught in an undergraduate or graduate level entrepreneurship program. \nIT’S FREE! If accepted\, there is no cost to participants. STRIVE is offered in partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)\, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurs (NACCE)\, who\, along with FTCC\, have provided funding to provide this program to the extended ‘military family’. \nGraduates of the program may qualify for funding through various agencies and will be prepared to compete in lucrative pitch contests. STRIVE graduates will be assigned to a designated mentor to continue their progress after the conclusion of the classwork and graduation. \nAPPLICATIONS ARE DUE NLT 1200 06 MAR 23 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg . Seating is limited. Acceptance and admission emails for this cohort will be sent to each applicant nlt 1700 10MAR23. Any applicants who are not admitted to this cohort can update their original application and be considered for future cohorts. \nFAQ\n1. WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES? \nApplications are due NLT 12:00 PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. The STRIVE program is a mixture of in-person and online course work. \nWEEK 1 (MAR 22\, 2023): Think like a SUCCESSFUL Entrepreneur: Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset \nWEEK 2 (MAR 29\, 2023): Building the Foundation: Business Model Canvas\, and Value Proposition \nWEEK 3 (APR 5\, 2023): Customers and Competitors: Customer Segments\, Target Markets and Competitive Analysis \nWEEK 4 (APR 12\, 2023): Building a Brand: Positioning and Pricing Strategies\, Branding\, and the Media Mix \nWEEK 5 (APR 19\, 2023): Selling: Sales\, eCommerce platforms\, and Sales Projections \nWEEK 6 (APR 26\, 2023): Government Contracting\, Feasibility\, and Intellectual Property \nWEEK 7 (MAY 3\, 2023): Know the Score: Systems and Bookkeeping\nWEEK 8 (MAY 10\, 2023): Cash Flow and Financials\nWEEK 9 (MAY 17\, 2023): Operations Management: Legal and Human Resources \nWEEK 10 (MAY 24\, 2023): Pitch Deck and Presentation Training Graduation and Pitch Event- TBD \n\nHOW TO APPLY?\n\nComplete the application form at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Applicants will be accepted based on the potential of their business concept\, as assessed by a panel of subject matter experts. Applicants must be a current resident of North Carolina or planning to open a business in North Carolina. Fifteen applicants will be selected for this initial cohort. Applicants who are not selected for this cohort are encouraged to apply again. Applications are due NO LATER THAN 12:00PM March 6\, 2023 at http://tiny.cc/strivereg. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. \n\nDOCUMENTS REQUIRED\n\n\nCurrent Resume\nTwo Letters of Recommendation – The writer should include the following:\n\nTheir position/ title\nTheir contact information\nHow they know the applicant and for how long\nWhy they feel the applicant would be suited to entrepreneurship\, their experience in working with the applicant\, etc.\n\n\n\n\nIf applicable\, VA Disability rating OR Proof of Request for Disability Rating (PDF\, .jpeg\, or .png)\nDD214\, Member 4 copy (showing dates of active duty\, discharge status\, black out SSN) ORLeave and Earning Statement (LES) (PDF Format please)\n\nLetter from commander is acceptable if the DD214 is delayed\n\n\n\n\nARE MATERIALS AND BOOKS PROVIDED?\nYes! All necessary materials will be provided at no charge.\nWILL MEALS BE PROVIDED?\nYes\, basic casual food (pizza\, sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.) will be provided at no charge to participants. If you require specific dietary accommodations\, we recommend you bring your own food.\nCAN I ATTEND REMOTELY?\nAll class sessions are onsite (2817 Fort Bragg Road\, room 108/114) without a remote option. There is digital work to be completed independently every week between March 22nd and May 24th. Individual counseling sessions may be held via Zoom\, phone or in person according to the schedule and location of the participant and the counselor.\nIS THERE A COST FOR THE PROGRAM?\nThere are NO CHARGES to participants in the STRIVE program\, thanks to the funding provided by Syracuse IVMF\, NACCE and the FTCC Center for Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Small Business.\n\nOTHER QUESTIONS? \nKENT HILL: Email: hillp@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672-8462 \nKIM GEBERT: Email: gebertk@faytechcc.edu Phone: (910) 672- 8462 \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity for this free startup and small business training for Veterans and qualified military affiliated* entrepreneurs. \nRegister now at http://tiny.cc/strivereg for the STRIVE cohort beginning March 22nd! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strive-startup-training-week-4-customers-and-competitors-customer-segments-target-markets-and-competitive-analysis/ LOCATION:General Classroom Building\, Room 108/114\, 2817 Fort Bragg Rd ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/STRIVE-Trifold-2023-v.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T121007 CREATED:20230327T201024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T202023Z UID:2046-1681390800-1681394400@www.ncmbc.us SUMMARY:NDVSB/AAFES E-MARKETPLACE VIRTUAL OUTREACH EVENT DESCRIPTION:VENDOR ENGAGEMENT SERIES REGISTRATION \nREGISTER HERE\n\nIf you have any additional questions\, please contact Jim Dresbach at james.c.dresbach.ctr@army.mil.\nA registration confirmation email will be sent to you the Friday following your registration.\n\nTHANK YOU! URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ndvsb-aafes-e-marketplace-virtual-outreach-event/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncmbc.us/wp-content/uploads/F6EF8624-8F26-4E89-AE4C-058B7C5D980F_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR