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SUMMARY:FEDTEX 2024
DESCRIPTION:EVENT INFO: https://fedtex.ncmbc.us\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Federal and Defense Textile (FEDTEX) Summit hosted by the Office of US Senator Thom Tillis\, Office of Senator Ted Budd\, the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) connects the US Department of Defense (DoD) and federal agency clothing and individual equipment buyers with US textile manufacturers\, textile supply chain suppliers\, cut and sew contractors\, research and development (R&D) facilities\, testing labs and academic resources. \nWho should attend– All prime textile manufacturers and textile supply chain manufacturers currently producing clothing\, footwear\, parachutes and textile-based tactical equipment for DoD\, and producers of medical\, PPE and related soldier systems. Any textile manufacturers that have interest in learning\, understanding or possibly entering the DoD/federal marketplace should attend this Summit.  The event is open to all United States and Puerto Rico based textile firms. \nFEDTEX 24 objectives: \n\nEngage with existing contractors and attract new capable businesses into the federal and defense clothing\, textiles\, and tactical equipment marketplace.\nEngage existing textile supply chain suppliers and attract new capable businesses into the federal marketplace\, and to connect these component suppliers with federal prime contractors.\nInform the industrial and academic R&D ecosystem about desired future military technology requirements\, and likewise inform DoD agencies about emerging and future textile innovations.\nEstablish a productive and DIRECT dialogue between businesses\, government\, and academia around critical warfighter issues in the defense textile marketplace – including workforce\, supply chain\, inflation challenges\, and barriers to entry.\n\nWHEN.  May 14-15\, 2024 \nWHERE.\nNorth Carolina State University – McKimmon Conference Center\n1101 Gorman Street\nRaleigh\, North Carolina 27606 \nDirections \nSUMMIT PARTNERS. \n\nDefense Alliance of North Carolina\neTextileCommunications.com\nNorth Carolina Textile Technology Center at Gaston College\nManufacturing Solutions Center at Catawba Valley Community College\nManufacturing & Textile Innovation Network\nNCDMCSP\, a program of Industry Expansion Solutions\nNational Council of Textile Organizations\nSouthern Textile Association
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/fedtex-2024/
LOCATION:North Carolina State University – McKimmon Conference Center\, 1101 Gorman Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management for Contractors
DESCRIPTION:This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM\, Contractor and Government Responsibilities\, Quality Management Planning\, the Contractor’s QC Plan\, the Governments QA Plan\, the Pre-Construction Meeting\, the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting\, Submittals\, the Three Phases of Control\, Testing\, Documentation\, and Certification by the QC Manager that all procedures were done in accordance with the P&S.  Upon successful completion of this class\, a QC Certificate of Completion is awarded. \nRe-certification is required every 5 years. \nClass Hours: 7:30-5:00 \nLocation: James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C (unless otherwise stated) \nCost: $301.00 (includes materials) \nCall Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email coned@coastalcarolina.edu\, or Carla Watkins @ 910-938-6302 or email watkinsc@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class. \nPlease note: There are no fee exceptions for this class.   No refunds or transfers of dates or students are allowed for this class.  In the event the class is canceled by the institution (Coastal) a refund or a transfer of dates shall be granted.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/construction-quality-management-for-contractors-2/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College
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SUMMARY:2024 F.A.S.T. SBIR/STTR Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \n***Deadline to register is April 19th \n35 science-focused startup companies will again be selected for a cohort to attend a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency\, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application during the 2024 calendar year and business coaching from “Startup Advisors” serial entrepreneurs\, investors and SBIR grant writing experts. FAST PLUS =21 selected companies will receive an additional 5-13 hours of 1-1 grant writing support post Boot Camp. Panel presentations will also be incorporated around how to obtain funding from the Department of Defense. \n\nREGISTER HERE! \n**Deadline to register is April 19th \n\nThank you to our sponsors. \n\n\nUS Small Business Administration \n\n\n\n\nEva Garland Consulting \n\n\nWells Fargo \n\n\nHutchison PLLC \n\n\nFinancial Directions \n\n\nNC Biotechnology Center \n\n\nTechOpp\, Inc
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2024-f-a-s-t-sbir-sttr-boot-camp/
LOCATION:Eva Garland Consulting\, 4242 Six Forks Rd Suite 900\, Raleigh\, Raleigh\, 27609
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SUMMARY:FEDERAL CONTRACTING SERIES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host the following collaborative in-person trainings across North Carolina during 2024.  The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks. \nPart 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals (one hour). This training explores the fundamentals on doing business with the federal government. Topics include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina. \nPart 2: Navigating Federal Small Business Certifications: An In-Depth Analysis (one hour). This session offers a deep dive into various certifications such as 8(a)\, HUBZone\, SDVOSB/VOSB and Women-Owned\, covering eligibility\, application processes\, and strategies for leveraging these certifications to expand business opportunities. \nPart 3: Effectively Presenting Your Small Business to the Federal Government (one hour). This training focuses on real world tips\, tricks\, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime contractors\, in anticipation of teaming on current and future opportunities. \nRegistration.  This is a free training opportunity; however\, pre-registration is required.  To register\, click here. \n\n\n\n\nMay 16\, 2024 from Noon – 3:30 pm.\nLocation: Cape Fear Community College\, Union Station\, Daniels Hall\n501 N. Front Street\, Wilmington\, NC 28401\n*Lunch will not be provided\, bring your own lunch. \nParking: Parking lot spaces will be subject to availability. There is also street metered parking available.\nCampus Map
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/federal-contracting-series-for-small-businesses-3/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Community College\, Union Station\, Daniels Hall\, 501 N. Front Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401
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SUMMARY:DARPA | Duke University | CTO- Army Forces Command | Raytheon | Intersections of AI & NextGen CHIPS
DESCRIPTION:May 16 2024 In-Person DARPA\, Duke University\, FORSCOM CTO\, Raytheon: “Intersections of Artificial Intelligence\, NextGen CHIPS \, and Microelectronics Mfg.” \nSpeakers & Panelists\n* DARPA\, Dr. Dev Palmer\, MGD NextGen Microelectronics Mfg.\n* Duke University\, Dr. Yiran Chen\, Distinguished Professor\n* Army FORSCOM\, Colonel Travis Hartman\, PhD\, CTO\n* Raytheon\, Dr. Michael Salpukas Sr. Engineering Fellow AI & Adv. Algorithms\n* Michael Best \nDate: Thursday May 16 2024\nCheck-in 12:15 to 12:55\nPrompt Start 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST \nWhere:\nDuke University\nWilkinson Building\nRoom: 021\nDurham\, NC 27798 \nRegister \n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/darpa-duke-university-cto-army-forces-command-raytheon-intersections-of-ai-nextgen-chips/
LOCATION:Duke University\, Wilkerson Building Room 021
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SUMMARY:2024 F.A.S.T. SBIR/STTR Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \n***Deadline to register is April 19th \n35 science-focused startup companies will again be selected for a cohort to attend a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency\, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application during the 2024 calendar year and business coaching from “Startup Advisors” serial entrepreneurs\, investors and SBIR grant writing experts. FAST PLUS =21 selected companies will receive an additional 5-13 hours of 1-1 grant writing support post Boot Camp. Panel presentations will also be incorporated around how to obtain funding from the Department of Defense. \nREGISTER HERE! \n**Deadline to register is April 19th \nThank you to our sponsors. \n\n\nUS Small Business Administration \n\n\n\n\nEva Garland Consulting \n\n\nWells Fargo \n\n\nHutchison PLLC \n\n\nFinancial Directions \n\n\nNC Biotechnology Center \n\n\nTechOpp\, Inc
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2024-f-a-s-t-sbir-sttr-boot-camp-2/
LOCATION:First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Introduction to Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 17\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nMay 22\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nSeptember 11\, 2024 from 0900-1030\nDecember 11\, 2024 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina. \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2024-introduction-to-federal-contracting-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:Hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call: Friday\, May 24\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid DEFTECH Coffee Call: Friday\, May 24\, 2024 | Memorial Day Heroes Highlight: MAJ James Capers\, USMC (Ret.) and SgtMaj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.)\nHonor. Discover. Connect. \nThis Memorial Day weekend\, we are privileged to host a special Hybrid (in-person / virtual) DEFTECH Coffee Call dedicated to two true American heroes\, MAJ James Capers\, USMC (Ret.) and SgtMaj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.). Join us to learn about groundbreaking therapies for Veterans and hear the powerful stories of service and resilience from these distinguished Marines.\n**Do not miss this inspirational Coffee Call** \nLocation: 2012-D TW Alexander Drive\, Durham\, NC 27709 \nRegister Now to attend in person. \nEvent Agenda: \n\n8:00 – 9:00 AM (EST): Edward R. di Girolamo\, PE\, Executive Director at HBOT4Heroes will help us “Dive into life-changing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)”\n9:00 – 10:00 AM (EST): Be inspired by the heroism and unwavering spirit of MAJ James Capers and SgtMaj Joe Houle\n10:00 – 11:00 AM (EST): MAJ Capers’ book\, “Faith Through the Storm Book Signing and Extivita Tour\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nHBOT4Heroes overview and Extivita Tour: Explore cutting-edge HBOT facilities.\nMAJ Capers’ book\, “Faith Through the Storm\,” will be available for purchase.\nPlease bring a picture of your Veteran to honor their sacrifice.\n\nFeatured Heroes: \nMAJ James Capers\, USMC (Ret.) MAJ Capers is a decorated Marine officer whose career is a testament to valor\, resilience\, and exemplary leadership. As a Vietnam War hero and leader of Marine Force Reconnaissance units\, his actions in combat and his role as a pioneering African American officer have left a lasting legacy. He is a Silver Star recipient and the author of “Faith Through the Storm\,” sharing his journey and the values that guided him through his service. \nSgtMaj Joe Houle\, USMC (Ret.) SgtMaj Houle is a distinguished Marine with a storied career spanning multiple decades and numerous conflicts. A Vietnam War veteran\, he held various leadership roles and co-founded the Carolina Museum of the Marine. His efforts ensure that the stories and sacrifices of Marines are honored and remembered. Post-retirement\, he remains actively involved in veteran affairs and community service. \nWhy You Should Attend: \n\nPay tribute to the sacrifices of our heroes\nDiscover how HBOT is transforming Veteran healthcare\nConnect with a passionate community supporting veterans\n\nThis Memorial Day\, join us in honoring and learning from two of our nation’s finest. MAJ James Capers and SgtMaj Joe Houle’s stories of bravery\, leadership\, and dedication to the Marine Corps and veteran community will inspire and remind us of the true cost of freedom. \nFrom the NCMBC and NC DEFTECH\, we wish you a reflective and meaningful Memorial Day. \n*2024 Coffee Call Connection Options*\n1. Join via Teams on your computer\, mobile app or room device \nClick here to join the meeting\nMeeting ID: 266 787 473 943  Passcode: Q7zfHp\nDownload Teams | Join on the web\n2. Call in (audio only)\n+1 980-296-2533\,\,802776946#   United States\, Charlotte\nPhone Conference ID: 802 776 946#\nFind a local number | Reset PIN\nLearn More | Meeting options
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/hybrid-deftech-coffee-call-friday-may-24-2024/
LOCATION:2012-D TW Alexander Drive\, Durham NC  27709
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:LEGAL & ACCOUNTING WEBINAR PROGRAM: INTERNATIONAL TRADE AGREEMENTS | PART 2
DESCRIPTION:International Trade Agreements – E-commerce and Services in the Cloud \n\n\nWhat legal challenges do cloud-based services such as SaaS\, PaaS\, and IaaS present for international business?\nWhat are some practical contract terms that are needed?\nHow do international privacy\, telecom or export laws affect online or cloud services?\n\n\nPresenters: Charlie Raphun & Vince Eisinger with Cranfill Sumner\, LLP \n \n\nTickets\n\n$0.00 Webinar Registration \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/legal-accounting-webinar-program-international-trade-agreements-part-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Export Coffee Talk | How to Market Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Export Coffee Talk on May 29 from 10-11am EST for insights on How to Market Your Business: From Brand Development to Amplification. \nFor a business\, setting the foundation for your brand before marketing yourself is critical. Once you have developed the fundamentals of your brand to include messaging\, values\, and visuals\, you are ready to embark on your marketing strategy. In this talk\, you will be guided through the steps of developing the foundation of your brand and the next steps of amplifying your brand through visual assets\, digital marketing\, and public relations. Establishing these key pillars will boost your company’s chance for successful outreach to international markets. \nSome topics that will be covered include: \n\nWhy is it important to build a brand?\nWhat is the difference between branding and messaging?\nWhat goes into building a brand?\nWhat are some methods to amplify your brand?\nWhat is messaging used for and why is it essential before moving into amplification?\nWhat are common pitfalls to avoid when building a brand and crafting messaging?\nHow do you start a marketing strategy?\nWhat are some elements of a thoughtful marketing strategy?
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/export-coffee-talk-how-to-market-your-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:DEFTECH Coffee Call Friday | DEVCOM Industry Day Debrief
DESCRIPTION:DEFTECH Coffee Call Announcement: Friday\, May 31\, 2024\nJoin us this Friday for the DEFTECH Coffee Call dedicated to two insightful sessions focusing on the latest opportunities in homeland security\, defense technology and industry collaboration. \nAgenda: \n8:00 – 9:00 AM (EST): DEFTECH Debrief DHS S&T SVIP Demo Day \n\nDiscover innovative solutions from the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP). Learn how these technologies address critical homeland security challenges and engage with potential partners. Learn how you can engage with SVIP.\n\n9:00 – 10:00 AM (EST): DEFTECH Debrief DEVCOM Industry Day \n\nGain valuable insights from the DEVCOM Soldier Center Industry Day\, held on May 30\, 2024. Debrief Highlights will include:\n\nOverview of Soldier Center initiatives\nHighlights from Keynote address by BG Chris Schneider\, PEO Soldier\nDiscussions on soldier effectiveness\, protection\, and sustainment\nOpportunities for collaboration with the Soldier Center\n\n\n\nWhy Attend: \n\nEngage with Innovators: Learn about cutting-edge technologies and strategies addressing critical defense and security challenges.\nExpand Your Network: Connect with others in the NC Innovation Ecosystem.\nGain Insights: Understand strategic priorities and collaborative opportunities with DHS S&T and DEVCOM Soldier Center.\n\nWe look forward to your participation in this enriching event. Let’s collaborate to drive innovation and enhance our nation’s security and defense capabilities. \n*2024 Coffee Call Connection Options*\n1. Join via Teams on your computer\, mobile app or room device \nClick here to join the meeting\nMeeting ID: 266 787 473 943  Passcode: Q7zfHp\nDownload Teams | Join on the web\n2. Call in (audio only)\n+1 980-296-2533\,\,802776946#   United States\, Charlotte\nPhone Conference ID: 802 776 946#\nFind a local number | Reset PIN\nLearn More | Meeting options
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/deftech-coffee-call-friday-devcom-industry-day-debrief/
LOCATION:Virtual: Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:Small Biz Summit: Navigating the Future
DESCRIPTION:Strategies for Success in an Evolving Business Landscape \nSave the date for this one-day\, in-person small business summit in the heart of downtown Wilmington. \nThe theme for this one-day\, in-person event is Navigate the Future; Strategies for success in an evolving business landscape. Entrepreneurs will understand strategies for success in a new business world. Business is about repetitiously solving problems for others. Attendees will learn how to branch out in person and online and build a sustainable and prosperous business. Attendees can expect energetic\, information-packed\, action sessions that will allow them to improve their marketing\, gain financial guidance\, mentorship and create an action plan for success now and in the future. 8:30 am Registration begins\, Networking\, Trade Show Exhibit 9:30 Keynote Speaker\, Benjamin Hall 10:30 Frank Del Villar\, Ai Overview for the Small Biz Owner 11:30 Toya Wilson\, The AI Advantage: Transform Your Marketing and Save Time with Exclusive Strategies for Small Businesses 12:30 Lunch is served on us!\, Networking and Market Fair 1:30 Michael Mario\, Epic Fun Events 1:40 Afternoon Keynote\, John Formica\, Recruiting\, Interviewing and Hiring Magical Employees in an evolving business landscape 2:40 Aaron Means\, Utilizing Ai in Constant Contact Marketing 3:40 Nancy Guyton\, Legal Considerations when Using Ai for Small Biz 4:40 Chisa Pennix-Brown\, Putting It All Together 5:00 End of the Day! \nSpeaker(s): Keynote Speaker: Benjamin Hall Benjamin Hall is veteran war reporter and Fox News Correspondent based in London. Hall is the author of Saved: A War Reporter’s Mission to Make It Home. This evocative\, harrowing\, and deeply moving work is a powerful memoir of family and friends\, of life and healing\, and of how to respond when you are tested in unimaginable ways. As a journalist for Fox News\, Hall had worked in dangerous war zones like Syria and Afghanistan\, but with three young daughters at home\, life on the edge was supposed to be a thing of the past. Yet\, when Russia viciously attacked Ukraine in February 2022\, Hall was quickly dispatched to Ukraine. Come hear about his grit and resilience and how that relates to your small business. Frank Del Villar\, Artificial Intelligence Expert John Formica\, The Ex-Disney Guy Toya Wilson\, Nexgeneration Marketing Nancy Guyton\, Law Office of Nancy Guyton Aaron Means\, Constant Contact Chisa Pennix-Brown\, Give It To The People Mike Mario\, Epic Fun Even \nCo-Sponsor(s): CFCC’s Small Business Center\, Give It To The People\, Genesis Block \nThis full day event will be held in person at CFCC’s Union Station Building Windell Daniels Hall (5th floor). Free visitor parking is available in CFCC’s Visitor Lot “L” (noted as ‘VP’ on campus map) located at the corner of North 2nd and Walnut Streets. ‘L’ Lot entrance is on North 2nd Street. A parking pass is not required for this lot. Here is a link to the CFCC Campus Map and driving directions if you are not familiar with our campus => http://cfcc.edu/maps-directions/wilmington-campus-map/. Cape Fear Community College will be responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities have equal\, effective and meaningful access to all programs\, goods\, and services through the use of nondiscriminatory policies and procedures and the provision of reasonable accommodations\, auxiliary aids\, and services as indicated necessary by the functional limitations of a qualified disability. Please note that accommodation requests may take up to two weeks to process. You can contact us at 910-362-7216 or email: ghayes@cfcc.edu if you require accommodation for a disability. Thank you! \nAgenda and Speaker Line-Up \n\nBenjamin Hall\, Fox News Correspondent and War Veteran\nFrank Del Villar\, Artificial Intelligence Expert\nJohn Formica\, The Ex-Disney Guy\nToya Wilson\, Nexgeneration Marketing\nDerek Schmidt\, DesignLoud\nNancy Guyton\, Law Firms Carolinas\nAaron Means\, Constant Contact\nChisa Pennix-Brown\, Give It To The People\nMike Mario\, Epic Fun Events
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-biz-summit-navigating-the-future/
LOCATION:Union Station (Building ‘U’) Windell Daniels Hall
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SUMMARY:Hazardous Materials and Waste Management – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit) \nJoin our upcoming webinar featuring Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Wastes. You will gain essential knowledge related to understanding what is meant by these two terms and how they are similar\, yet different. Glenn Clapp will guide you through the fundamentals and present information designed to help you navigate the various regulations and best practices\, ensuring you can mitigate risks and protect yourself\, your colleagues\, and the environment. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to expand your knowledge and improve safety in your workplace. Register now to secure your spot in this informative and practical webinar. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/hazardous-materials-and-waste-management-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
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UID:3618-1717502400-1717507800@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan – Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nA business plan can be the most important tool for a small business owner. Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. Learn the important components of a business plan\, and lay the foundation for a winning plan. Find out how marketing\, operations\, and finance are interrelated. Discover how a business plan is used by potential lenders\, the do’s and don’ts of writing a plan\, and steps for making the process easy. This webinar is designed for new and established business owners. \nRegister by: 10:00 AM June 4 \nNOTE: For this webinar\, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC)\, you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox\, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar\, you must also register via the Zoom platform. \n\nSpeaker(s): Melissa Evans\, SBC Director \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-246-1209\nEmail: msevans@wilsoncc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-write-a-business-plan-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T202041Z
UID:3431-1717588800-1717594200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Intro to Federal Contracting – Online
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis webinar is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics include: \n* levels of federal purchasing\n* how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering\, and non-personal services\n* marketing a business to the federal government\n* socio-economic small business programs\n* registering as a federal contractor\n* locating\, identifying\, and responding to federal business opportunities\n* resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina \nSpeaker: Bill Simons\, NCMBC \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/intro-to-federal-contracting-online/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
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UID:3622-1717588800-1717594200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Intro to Federal Contracting – Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Government Contracting\n\nThis webinar is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics include: \n\nLevels of federal purchasing\nHow the federal government buys products\, seeks construction and engineering bids\, and solicits non-personal services\nMarketing a business to the federal government\nSocio-economic small business programs\nRegistering as a federal contractor\nLocating\, identifying\, and responding to federal business opportunities\nResources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina\n\nRegister by: 10:00 AM June 5 \nNOTE: For this webinar\, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC)\, you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox\, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar\, you must also register via the Zoom platform. \n\nSpeaker(s): Bill Simons\, NCMBC \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-246-1209\nEmail: msevans@wilsoncc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/intro-to-federal-contracting-online-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240528T135056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T135128Z
UID:3604-1717662600-1717689600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:EXPORT UNIVERSITY 101 ASHEVILLE
DESCRIPTION:Our Popular Export University Program Is Back In-Person In Asheville\, North Carolina.  At This One-Day Workshop\, We Will Present The Fundamentals Of Running A Successful Export Business\, With Topics And Speakers Reflecting The Most Current Global Trends\, Challenges\, And Opportunities.\nThe Export University Program Is Designed To Educate Both New Exporters And Experienced International Businesses.  Our Speakers Come Directly From The North Carolina Export Community And Share Their Expertise Across A Broad Range Of International Topics.  During This Workshop\, We Will Cover:\n\n\nWhy Your Company Should Consider Exporting\n\n\nCreating Your International Strategy\, Market Research And Identifying Best Prospect Markets\n\n\nHow to find\, qualify\, and motivate overseas buyers and partners\n\n\nThe Nuts And Bolts Of Exporting – Incoterms\, Documentation\, And Logistics\n\n\nMethods Of Payment\n\n\nLegal Considerations – Intellectual Property Protection And International Contracts\n\n\nRegistration ($65 Fee) And Refreshments Starting At 8:30 AM\nExport University will begin promptly at 9:00 AM — Registration includes breakfast\, lunch\, and the after workshop reception at Cantinas In Biltmore to network with NC District Export Council members\, presenters\, and other attendees. \nQuestions?:  Contact Greg Sizemore At The U.S. Commercial Service – Greg.Sizemore@Trade.gov Or (704) 333-0471.\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/export-university-101-asheville/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Asheville Campus\, 340 Victoria Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20230823T164150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T170348Z
UID:2523-1718092800-1718211600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:2024 Medical\, Biomedical & Biodefense: Support to the Warfighter Symposium
DESCRIPTION:EVENT INFO\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Office of US Senator Thom Tillis\, Office of US Senator Ted Budd\, the North Carolina Military Business Center and the North Carolina Biotechnology Center will host the Medical\, Biomedical & Biodefense: Support to the Warfighter Symposium in Research Triangle Park and Chapel Hill\, North Carolina on June 11-12\, 2024. \n\nFor more information or to register visit: https://mbb.ncmbc.us/ \n\nHOSTED BY: \n\nOffice of United States Senator Thom Tillis\nOffice of United States Senator Ted Budd\nNorth Carolina Military Business Center\nNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center\n\nSYMPOSIUM PARTNERS. \n\nFirst Flight Venture Center\nUNC System\nNorth Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH)\nNorth Carolina Center for Optimizing Military Performance (NC-COMP)\nDefense Alliance of North Carolina\n\nWHEN.  June 11-12\, 2024 \nWHERE.   \n\nJune 11: Pre-Symposium sessions – North Carolina Biotechnology Center\, 15 T. W. Alexander Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, North Carolina 27709\n\nDirections to NCBiotech\n\n\nJune 12: University of North Carolina\, The Friday Center\, 100 Friday Center Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC 27517\n\nDirections to the Friday Center\nPrintable Parking Pass\n\n\n\nDirections and Map \nMedical Support to the Warfighter\, will connect businesses in North Carolina with military and other federal agencies that require or purchase medical supplies\, equipment\, devices\, pharmaceuticals\, medical information technology and medical services.  Representatives from the Departments of Defense\, Veterans Affairs and Health and Human Services\, their prime vendors and major contractors – from national commands and from bases\, commands and facilities in North Carolina – will highlight current technology or resource gaps and needs\, future requirements and procurement processes to supply military and federal medical facilities and agencies.  All medical-related businesses in North Carolina – large or small\, prime contractors\, subcontractors\, suppliers\, manufacturers and service providers – will benefit from briefings on military requirements\, procurement processes and supplier qualifications\, from informal networking with buyers and users\, and from exhibiting or viewing demonstrations of the latest medical technologies designed to support America’s warfighters. \nThe Biomedical and Biodefense Support to the Warfighter track will focus on establishing dialogue between industry and academia-based technology innovators and military and government officials to address the current and future biomedical and biodefense needs of the military and our nation.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2024-medical-biomedical-biodefense-support-to-the-warfighter-symposium/
LOCATION:University of North Carolina\, The Friday Center\, 100 Friday Center Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240529T205632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T205632Z
UID:3624-1718128800-1718134200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:How to Start a Business - Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nUnderstand the basics of starting a for-profit business in this webinar that takes you from idea to opportunity. Learn key strategies for start-up\, financing\, and marketing\, as well as important information about legal issues\, licensing\, zoning\, operations\, and more. Realize the importance of a self-assessment and how to evaluate the feasibility of your business idea. Discover the resources available to help you start and successfully operate your business. \nRegister by: 4:00 PM June 11 \nNOTE: For this webinar\, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC)\, you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox\, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar\, you must also register via the Zoom platform. \n\nSpeaker(s): Melissa Evans\, SBC Director \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-246-1209\nEmail: msevans@wilsoncc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-start-a-business-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240612T161729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T181036Z
UID:3682-1718179200-1718211600@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Lunch + Learn: Sourcing (Manufacturing) Supplies Closer to NC
DESCRIPTION:NC State Industry Expansion Solutions presents a new series of Lunch and Learn opportunities. Registration is required and lunch provided. \nREGISTER BY JUNE 14 \nDo you have a supplier need or would you like to become a supplier to another company? Supplier matching is a powerful tool that can help North Carolina manufacturers connect with suitable suppliers. Manufacturers can streamline their operations\, improve product quality and ultimately drive business growth by finding suppliers who align with their specific needs and goals. \nDuring this lunch and learn\, the supplier matching team at NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) will provide information on the program\, the types of opportunities available and how to access these no-cost supplier sourcing and matching services. You’ll also learn how program participation can help companies differentiate themselves\, offset global risks\, strengthen supply chains in NC and the country and most importantly\, grow your business.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/lunch-learn-sourcing-manufacturing-supplies-closer-to-nc/
LOCATION:The Chesterfield Building\, 701 West Main Street\, Ste 203\, Durham\, NC\, 27701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240604T152333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T153917Z
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SUMMARY:Export Coffee Talk: Expanding Your Life Sciences Activities to Europe - Discover What the Paris Region Has to Offer
DESCRIPTION:Description\nJoin us for our next Export Coffee Talk on June 12th 10-11am EST to discover what the Paris Region can offer for Life Science companies. With our expert panelists\, you will:\n\nLearn about the French Life Sciences market and regulatory framework\nExplore business opportunities in the Life Sciences ecosystem in the Paris Region\nGain insights into how to do business with French companies from a cultural perspective\nUnderstand how to set up a company and access incentives in France\nGet feedback from an American company that successfully expanded to France\n\nPanelist Information:\nYann Masson\, Life Sciences Expert\, Choose Paris Region\nYann is the Healthtech & Life Sciences expert at Choose Paris Region. His focus is guiding Life Sciences companies looking to explore the large Paris Region ecosystem.\n\nCécile Jupin\, Investment Manager USA\, Choose Paris Region \nCécile coordinates the US office for Choose Paris Region\, helping US companies to build connections with Paris Region.\n\nThibaut Issindou \, Co-Founder\, Gapsmoov\nThibaut is the co-founder of Gapsmoov\, a digital learning platform dedicated to intercultural management to support companies in dealing with new business cultures.\n\nHélène Sire\, Site Director Spatners\, Biolabs France \nHélène is the Site Director for Biolabs’s incubator in Paris Saclay named “Spartners”. This incubator designed with Servier aims to provide co-working space for life sciences startups in a top research environment.\n\nSome questions that will be covered during this coffee talk:\n\nWhat are the Life Sciences business opportunities in France and the Paris Region?\nWhy is the Paris Region a top tier Life Sciences cluster?\nWhat is the regulatory framework for medical products in France?\nWhat are the incentives to do R&D in France?\nWhat’s the talent pool in France?\nHow can I develop my company in France?\nWhat’s the business etiquette for doing business in France?\nWhat are the successful American biotech companies that set up\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/export-coffee-talk-expanding-your-life-sciences-activities-to-europe-discover-what-the-paris-region-has-to-offer/
LOCATION:Webinar via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240529T205828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T205848Z
UID:3626-1718193600-1718197200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Thread Capital Financing for Your Small Business (NEW) - Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financing\n\nAre you seeking to start or expand a small business? Would you like to consider alternative financing? Join us for an overview of the resources available for small businesses in North Carolina\, and learn how to access credit and capital through Thread Capital\, a nonprofit subsidiary of the NC Rural Center that provides loans up to $100\,000. We will also review the six basic principles many lenders use to make credit decisions and offer information about lending criteria\, the application process\, and how to qualify even if you have no credit history. \nRegister by: 10:00 AM June 12 \nNOTE: For this webinar\, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC)\, you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox\, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar\, you must also register via the Zoom platform. \n\nSpeaker(s): Myra Belgreat\, Thread Capital \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-246-1209\nEmail: msevans@wilsoncc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/thread-capital-financing-for-your-small-business-new-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240529T123526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T123526Z
UID:3612-1718208000-1718215200@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:HERE COMES SUMMER SOCIAL NETWORKING PARTY
DESCRIPTION:The NCWTA Triangle Chapter is ready to welcome summer and YOU are invited! \nThis social networking party will also celebrate two of our chapter members\, Regions Bank and Sciencix\, that have just received the prestigious Presidential “E” Award! \nCome raise a glass (or bottle) with this dynamic and fun group of Triangle area business professionals who are highly connected and engaged with NC’s international business landscape. You’ll make new friends\, hear some great business success stories\, learn some business tips\, share some laughs\, and unwind after the workday in the chic setting of the AC Hotel’s Level 7 Rooftop Bar overlooking the city skyline. \nFREE for members\, $15 for non-members\, $10 for DEFTECH members — and your first drink is on us! \nRegister now to reserve your spot! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/here-comes-summer-social-networking-party/
LOCATION:Level 7 Rooftop Bar\, 101 Park at North Hills\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240618T123646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145319Z
UID:3698-1718699400-1718726400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:Exporting Procedures: Import & Export Trade Compliance Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Export Documentation and Procedures. Our most comprehensive course will provide an in-depth understanding of export regulations and procedures combined with a study of the appropriate documentation that will give you a valuable advantage in making your international trade business a success. Learn to comply with regulations to avoid violations\, fines\, fees\, and delayed shipments. Learn the particulars of export documents and why they are critical. Accurate documents will equate to successful international transactions with no unexpected costs for you or your customer. Be aware that some items require an export license. Join us for this interactive\, in-person course. Registration includes a valuable reference book. \nGain a distinct competitive advantage over your rivals by deepening your understanding of customs and regulatory obligations. Our comprehensive trade seminars in Charlotte are designed to empower you to protect yourself and your company from fines and penalties while minimizing risks and optimizing your trade compliance program. \nWhat makes our seminars special? The power of face-to-face interactions cannot be underestimated. By attending our seminars\, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network with like-minded individuals within your industry\, boost your productivity\, and ignite your motivation to excel. We are committed to ensuring you derive the maximum value from our courses\, which is why we eagerly anticipate the chance to meet you in person very soon. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in trade compliance. Join us at GTC and gain your full potential \nLOCATION\nCourtyard Charlotte Airport North\n2700 Little Rock Rd\nCharlotte\, NC 28214 \n704-319-9900\nwww.marriott.com/cltca \nSEE MORE DATES \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/import-export-trade-compliance-seminar-exporting-procedures/
LOCATION:Courtyard Charlotte Airport North\, 2700 Little Rock Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28214
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072715
CREATED:20240529T210100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T210100Z
UID:3628-1718712000-1718717400@www.ncmbc.us
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan – Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nA business plan can be the most important tool for a small business owner. Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. Learn the important components of a business plan\, and lay the foundation for a winning plan. Find out how marketing\, operations\, and finance are interrelated. Discover how a business plan is used by potential lenders\, the do’s and don’ts of writing a plan\, and steps for making the process easy. This webinar is designed for new and established business owners. \nRegister by: 10:00 AM June 18 \nNOTE: For this webinar\, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC)\, you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox\, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar\, you must also register via the Zoom platform. \n\nSpeaker(s): Melissa Evans\, SBC Director \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Online\nAlready Registered? Sign in for more information.\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 252-246-1209\nEmail: msevans@wilsoncc.edu
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-write-a-business-plan-online-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:TARIFF CLASSIFICATION: Import & Export Trade Compliance Seminars
DESCRIPTION:Classification for import\, export\, FTA determination & clarification on Section 301 and Section 232. The classification & valuation of goods are major decisions! Critical information not only for duty purposes but also to determine whether goods are subject to quotas\, restraints\, embargoes\, or other restrictions. Shipments with incorrect classifications may not reach their destination and/or you may be subjected to penalties. Join us for this interactive\, in-person workshop. Registration includes a valuable reference book. \nGain a distinct competitive advantage over your rivals by deepening your understanding of customs and regulatory obligations. Our comprehensive trade seminars in Charlotte are designed to empower you to protect yourself and your company from fines and penalties while minimizing risks and optimizing your trade compliance program. \nWhat makes our seminars special? The power of face-to-face interactions cannot be underestimated. By attending our seminars\, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network with like-minded individuals within your industry\, boost your productivity\, and ignite your motivation to excel. We are committed to ensuring you derive the maximum value from our courses\, which is why we eagerly anticipate the chance to meet you in person very soon. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in trade compliance. Join us at GTC and gain your full potential \nLOCATION\nCourtyard Charlotte Airport North\n2700 Little Rock Rd\nCharlotte\, NC 28214 \n704-319-9900\nwww.marriott.com/cltca \nSEE MORE DATES \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/tariff-classification-import-export-trade-compliance-seminars/
LOCATION:Courtyard Charlotte Airport North\, 2700 Little Rock Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28214
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T073000
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management for Contractors
DESCRIPTION:This course is required by both the Army Corp of Engineers (COE) and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) for contractors doing business aboard military installations. The CQM program covers the following topics: what is CQM\, Contractor and Government Responsibilities\, Quality Management Planning\, the Contractor’s QC Plan\, the Governments QA Plan\, the Pre-Construction Meeting\, the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting\, Submittals\, the Three Phases of Control\, Testing\, Documentation\, and Certification by the QC Manager that all procedures were done in accordance with the P&S.  Upon successful completion of this class\, a QC Certificate of Completion is awarded. \nRe-certification is required every 5 years. \nClass Hours: 7:30-5:00 \nLocation: James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C (unless otherwise stated) \nCost: $301.00 (includes materials) \nCall Continuing Education at 910-938-6294 or email coned@coastalcarolina.edu\, or Carla Watkins @ 910-938-6302 or email watkinsc@coastalcarolina.edu for information on registering for this class. \nPlease note: There are no fee exceptions for this class.   No refunds or transfers of dates or students are allowed for this class.  In the event the class is canceled by the institution (Coastal) a refund or a transfer of dates shall be granted.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/construction-quality-management-for-contractors-3/
LOCATION:James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg.\, Room 104 B/C\, Coastal Carolina Community College
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SUMMARY:USMCA THE MODERNIZED NAFTA: Import & Export Trade Compliance Seminars
DESCRIPTION:USMCA is the new Modernized NAFTA. This course is for those new to USMCA and for those already familiar with NAFTA. Learn what the new changes mean for you and how it will affect your current NAFTA process in this USMCA. Special sectors will be discussed and covered. You may need to change your supply chain to continue to benefit under the new agreement. USMCA is probably the most complex Free Trade Agreement. Join us for this interactive\, in-person course. Registration includes a valuable reference book. See All USMCA Dates \nGain a distinct competitive advantage over your rivals by deepening your understanding of customs and regulatory obligations. Our comprehensive trade seminars in Charlotte are designed to empower you to protect yourself and your company from fines and penalties while minimizing risks and optimizing your trade compliance program. \nWhat makes our seminars special? The power of face-to-face interactions cannot be underestimated. By attending our seminars\, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network with like-minded individuals within your industry\, boost your productivity\, and ignite your motivation to excel. We are committed to ensuring you derive the maximum value from our courses\, which is why we eagerly anticipate the chance to meet you in person very soon. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in trade compliance. Join us at GTC and gain your full potential \nLOCATION\nCourtyard Charlotte Airport North\n2700 Little Rock Rd\nCharlotte\, NC 28214 \n704-319-9900\nwww.marriott.com/cltca \nSEE MORE DATES \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/usmca-the-modernized-nafta-import-export-trade-compliance-seminars/
LOCATION:Courtyard Charlotte Airport North\, 2700 Little Rock Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28214
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T163000
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SUMMARY:COUNTRY OF ORIGIN DETERMINATION: Import & Export Trade Compliance Seminars
DESCRIPTION:Country of Origin Determination\, how do you get it right? A rule of origin is a standard for determining where a product is from that may be used for several different regulatory purposes such as eligibility for tariff preference under various bilateral and multilateral trade agreements. Not only for FTA’s but rule of origin is also crucial in these days of anti-dumping and section 201\, 232\, and 301 duties. This course will help you understand substantial transformation\, the rules of origin for determining the Country of Origin for FTAs\, and markings for U.S. Government procurement.  You will also learn how to document your work. Each registration includes a copy of the instructor’s presentation in place of a book. \nGain a distinct competitive advantage over your rivals by deepening your understanding of customs and regulatory obligations. Our comprehensive trade seminars in Charlotte are designed to empower you to protect yourself and your company from fines and penalties while minimizing risks and optimizing your trade compliance program. \nWhat makes our seminars special? The power of face-to-face interactions cannot be underestimated. By attending our seminars\, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network with like-minded individuals within your industry\, boost your productivity\, and ignite your motivation to excel. We are committed to ensuring you derive the maximum value from our courses\, which is why we eagerly anticipate the chance to meet you in person very soon. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in trade compliance. Join us at GTC and gain your full potential \nLOCATION\nCourtyard Charlotte Airport North\n2700 Little Rock Rd\nCharlotte\, NC 28214 \n704-319-9900\nwww.marriott.com/cltca \nSEE MORE DATES \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/country-of-origin-import-export-trade-compliance-seminars/
LOCATION:Courtyard Charlotte Airport North\, 2700 Little Rock Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28214
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T170000
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SUMMARY:SAME SOUTHEAST TRI-REGIONAL JOINT ENGINEERING TRAINING SYMPOSIUM (JETS) 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join the SAME Charleston and Savannah Posts on June 25-27\, 2024 (Tuesday through Thursday)\, at the regional networking event of the year! In addition to featured speakers\, technical sessions\, federal agency briefings and exhibit hall networking\, our full conference event registration also includes a Riverboat Opening Reception (walking distance from conference venue)! We will be hosting this year’s event at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront Hotel\, located in historic downtown Savannah. The venue is surrounded by historic attractions\, chic boutiques\, and famous landmarks. An 18-hole Scholarship Golf Tournament will also be held at The Club at Savannah Harbor on Tuesday\, June 25\, 2024.  Register today to experience SAME Southern hospitality at its finest! \nPROGRAM BROCHURE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD (available prior to conference) \nJETS 2024 Waiver: The participant acknowledges and accepts this waiver and release by registering for this event/activity through the on-line registration process and checking in to receive a participant badge prior to entering and attending this event/activity. Any transfers of registration to another participant include agreement with this document for the registration transfer to be valid. See JETS 2024 Waiver  for more details. \nIMPORTANT DATES\n\n\n\n\nNovember 2023 \n\n\nRegistration and Sponsorship Opens \n\n\n\n\n8 December 2023 \n\n\nCall for Abstracts for Technical Sessions Opens \n\n\n\n\n15 February 2024 \n\n\nDeadline for Abstract Submissions \n\n\n\n\n1 May 2024 \n\n\nEarly Bird Registration Deadline \n\n\n\n\n1 May 2024 \n\n\nCall for Volunteers (Coming Soon) \n\n\n\n\n1 June 2024 \n\n\nGolf Registration Deadline \n\n\n\n\n1 June 2024 \n\n\nDeadline for Sponsors Ads inclusion in program \n\n\n\n\n23 June  2024 \n\n\nOnline Registration closes (additional $50 walk-in fee applies) \n\n\n\n\n25-27 June 2024 \n\n\nJETS 2024
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/same-southeast-tri-regional-joint-engineering-training-symposium-jets-2024/
LOCATION:Marriott Savannah Riverfront Hotel\, Savannah\, GA
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