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SUMMARY:CMMC Level 1: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we begin to break down the phases of a CMMC implementation. Participants will be introduced to environment scoping\, required policies\, procedures\, and documentation that must be completed before a final CMMC self-assessment can be conducted. \nFull Series \n\nCMMC Level 1: Getting Started: Thursday\, July 9\, 2026\nCMMC Level 1: Implementation: Wednesday\, August 12\, 2026\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/cmmc-level-1-getting-started/
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SUMMARY:Infrastructure\, Environmental and Energy Quarterly Industry Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for our quarterly industry-related forums that spotlight key federal opportunities and strengthen connections across North Carolina’s federal and defense contracting ecosystem. Each industry-specific quarterly session will connect businesses\, government agencies\, and prime contractors to discuss: \n\nUpcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps\nMarket and policy trends shaping the industry\nSuccess stories and lessons learned from peers\nStrategies for growth in the federal marketplace\n\nThese forums are part of our year-round commitment to industry engagement\, building momentum towards major annual industry events like FEDTEX\, DISC\, MBB\, FTS and the Summit ensuring that businesses stay connected and competitive in a rapidly evolving federal and defense landscape. \nWhen. July 14\, 2026 from 0900-1030 \nWhere. This forum will be held in a virtual setting. \nAgenda: \n\nNCMBC updates and industry insights\nHighlights of upcoming opportunities and capability gaps\nFeatured Presentation: David Fedroff\, Deputy to the Deputy Chief Engineer\, US Army Corps of Engineers\, Norfolk District\nBusiness Spotlight: Bill Ryder\, Business Development Manager\, TA Loving Company (Goldsboro\, NC)\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nSave the date for the 2026 Infrastructure\, Environmental and Energy Quarterly Forums: October 13\, 2026 \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/infrastructure-environmental-and-energy-quarterly-industry-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:CMMC and Cybersecurity Workshop for DoD Contractors and Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 14\, 2026 | 9:00-11:30 am | Free In-Person Workshop \nContinental breakfast provided at 9:00 a.m.\nNC A&T University\, 226 McNair Hall\, 1601 E. Market Street\, Greensboro\, NC 27401 \nTraining begins at 9:30 a.m.\nNC A&T University\, 240 McNair Auditorium\, 1601 E. Market Street\, Greensboro\, NC 27401\n(No food or drinks permitted in the auditorium) \nParking: Obermeyer Parking Lot (pay-per-hour)\n102 Laurel St\, Greensboro\, NC 27401\nRegister to Attend: ncstateies.com/CMMCGreensboro\nRegistration Deadline: July 9\, 2026 \nThis interactive workshop equips DoD contractors and small businesses with practical tools and CMMC foundational knowledge to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and business continuity strategy. Participants will learn how to move beyond “checking the box” to creating a sustainable cyber program that protects operations\, improves resilience\, and builds a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization. Learn what you need to know about CMMC compliance. \nRegister to Attend: ncstateies.com/CMMCGreensboro\nRegistration Deadline: July 9\, 2026
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/cmmc-and-cybersecurity-workshop-for-dod-contractors-and-small-businesses/
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SUMMARY:OTAs in Construction—What Changes\, Breaks\, and Works!
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 14\, 2026 \nTime: 11:30 am. (Eastern standard) \nDate: July 14\, 2026 \nTime: 11:30 am. (Eastern standard) \nOther Transaction Authorities (OTAs) are generating significant interest across the Department of Defense acquisition community\, particularly following recent changes affecting military construction and infrastructure programs. \nBut what do these new authorities actually mean for project teams\, contracting officers\, engineers\, construction managers\, and industry partners? \nJoin leaders from USACE\, NAVFAC\, AFCEC\, industry\, and workforce development organizations for a practical discussion on the evolving role of OTAs in construction acquisition. This webinar will separate fact from fiction\, explore how existing authorities and the new military construction OTA authority are being interpreted\, and discuss what is truly changing versus what remains the same. \nPanelists will address common misconceptions\, workforce concerns\, statutory compliance considerations\, implementation challenges\, and lessons learned from organizations actively exploring alternative acquisition approaches. \nTopics include: \n\nUnderstanding the construction OTA landscape\nWhat changed with recent NDAA authorities\nCommon misconceptions about OTAs and construction\nPractical implementation considerations for Government and industry\nSmall business participation and opportunities\nWorkforce concerns\, training\, and change management\nLessons learned and future outlook\n\nWhether you are new to OTAs or already evaluating their use within your organization\, this session will provide practical insights and perspectives you can apply immediately. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/otas-in-construction-what-changes-breaks-and-works/
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SUMMARY:DMVA Roadshow 2026: Unlock the Veteran & MilSpouse Advantage for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:About the Roadshow\nNorth Carolina businesses are coming together to unlock the power of veteran and military-spouse talent. The Unlock the Veteran & MilSpouse Advantage Roadshow is a statewide series connecting employers\, workforce leaders\, and community partners to explore how hiring from the military community strengthens our workforce\, economy\, and your company’s bottom line. \nWith more than 681\,000 veterans calling North Carolina home and thousands of service members transitioning each year\, this initiative highlights why hiring veterans and military spouses isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart business strategy. \nDate: July 22\, 2026 \nLocation: Lowe’s Tech Hub\, 100 W. Worthington Ave\, Charlotte\, NC 28203 \nWhy Attend?\n\nLearn how military experience brings leadership\, adaptability\, and resilience to your workplace.\nDiscover federal incentives available for eligible veteran hires.\nConnect with state and community programs that support onboarding\, training\, and retention.\nHear employer success stories and gain insights into building a strong leadership pipeline.\n\nFor More Information
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/dmva-roadshow-2026-unlock-the-veteran-milspouse-advantage-for-your-business/
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SUMMARY:Agriculture\, Food and Beverage Quarterly Industry Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for our quarterly industry-related forums that spotlight key federal opportunities and strengthen connections across North Carolina’s federal and defense contracting ecosystem. Each industry-specific quarterly session will connect businesses\, government agencies\, and prime contractors to discuss: \n\nUpcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps\nMarket and policy trends shaping the industry\nSuccess stories and lessons learned from peers\nStrategies for growth in the federal marketplace\n\nThese forums are part of our year-round commitment to industry engagement\, building momentum towards major annual industry events like FEDTEX\, DISC\, MBB\, FTS and the Summit ensuring that businesses stay connected and competitive in a rapidly evolving federal and defense landscape. \nWhen. July 30\, 2026 from 0900-1030 \nWhere. This forum will be held in a virtual setting. \nAgenda: \n\nNCMBC updates and industry insights\nHighlights of upcoming opportunities and capability gaps\nFeatured Presentation: Tim Ivey\, Manager-Agribusiness and Economic Development\, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services & Jenny Fulton\, Regional Agribusiness Developer\, Piedmont/Charlotte Region\, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesTim and Jenny will discuss the purpose of the North Carolina Agriculture Manufacturing and Processing Initiative (NCAMPI) regarding funding and promotion of value-added agricultural manufacturing and food processing facilities across North Carolina.  They will provide information on how the NCAMPI is intended to fill existing gaps in the processing of agricultural products and to create a diverse and economically competitive array of high value-added goods and products manufactured in North Carolina from agricultural products grown or produced in North Carolina.\nBusiness Spotlight: The American Logistics Association (ALA) is a non-profit trade association dedicated to promoting\, protecting and enhancing Total Quality of Life Benefits for active duty\, retired\, and reserve military personnel and their families.\nALA provides members with a wealth of information directly related to selling\, promoting and distributing your products to the commissary. ALA Members receive access to competitive intelligence and market data that includes:\n\n\nThe current assortment authorized for each marketing area\nOversight of changes to the assortment\, each week\, down to the store level\nViewing items selected for feature promotions\nMonthly store sales\nScheduled store reset dates\nCategory reviews\nStatus on overseas inventory\nPoint of contact information for every store\nDeCA’s strategic plan\nNotices to Trade\nNews releases\, and\nPolicy or procedure changes.\nOther benefits of membership include topic specific meetings focused on helping you expand your business with the military resale activities. In addition to regional meetings\, we have two national meetings each year to update members. One meeting is focused exclusively on the Defense Commissary System and discusses their marketing and promotion strategies\, operational plans\, and exploring with members industry best business practices.\n\n  \n\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nSave the date for the 2026 upcoming Agriculture\, Food and Beverage Quarterly Forums: October 29\, 2026 \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/agriculture-food-and-beverage-quarterly-industry-forum-3/
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