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SUMMARY:CMMC Level 1 Implementation Workshop: Hands-On Guidance Through All 15 Controls
DESCRIPTION:Most defense contractors know they need to deal with CMMC. What they don’t know is exactly how to do it\, or where to start. The requirements are clear enough on paper: 15 security practices\, a self-assessment\, an executive affirmation filed in SPRS. \nBut translating that into action? That’s where companies get stuck. They read the same guidance documents three times\, buy tools they don’t need\, or pay consultants thousands of dollars for work they could do themselves. \nStarting April 7\, Cape Fear Community College\, in partnership with the North Carolina Military Business Center\, is offering a hands-on CMMC Level 1 course designed specifically for small and mid-sized contractors who want to get this done efficiently\, affordably\, and correctly. \nThe course is fully hybrid\, so you can attend in person in Wilmington or join virtually from anywhere. This isn’t limited to the Cape Fear region. If you have an internet connection\, you can participate. \nOver 8 evening sessions across 4 weeks (Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 6 to 9 PM)\, participants work through the entire Level 1 process: \n\nScoping your FCI environment so you know exactly what’s covered\nImplementing the 15 required practices with real configurations and policies\nBuilding your evidence pack so you’re audit-ready\nCompleting the self-assessment and preparing your executive affirmation\nFiling in SPRS before you leave the final session\n\nParticipants work on their own systems and documents during the course\, with direct support when questions come up. \nThis is a guided\, control-by-control implementation process where participants configure their own systems and leave with a completed self-assessment ready to file in SPRS. Over 8 evening sessions across 4 weeks\, participants work through each of the 15 required security practices with specific guidance on hardware\, software\, and configuration settings that satisfy each control. Questions are addressed in real time\, whether high-level or deeply technical. \nThe support doesn’t end when class does. The course includes 30 days of follow-up support after the final session\, plus one-on-one office hours throughout the program for individualized help on your specific situation. \nWhen. April 7 – April 30\, 2026 \nCost: $760 (all materials included) \n​​​​​​Seats: 34 available \nFor more information\, see the attached flyer. \nQuestions? Contact Tim Malone\, Regional Program Manager at NCMBC\, at malonet@ncmbc.us or (910) 728-7194. \nRegister\n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/cmmc-level-1-implementation-workshop-hands-on-guidance-through-all-15-controls/
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SUMMARY:Advancing Research and Innovation for National Defense and Security
DESCRIPTION:It is with great pleasure that the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Division of Research and Engagement invites you to “Advancing Research and Innovation for National Defense and Security\,” a collaborative two-day workshop organized by: \n\nInnovation Collaborative Laboratory for Nanotechnologies to Empower the Future Soldier (ICONS)\nInstitute for the Convergence of Optimized Methods for Military Advances and National Defense (iCOMMAND)\n\nThis workshop is designed to bring together leaders from the DEVCOM Soldier Center and Fort Bragg\, as well as University researches and innovation partners to advance national defense to discuss cutting-edge research\, build strategic collaborations\, and advance workforce development. Participants will engage in conversations focused on aligning research capabilities with defense priorities\, strengthening partnerships\, and accelerating pathways to support the warfighter. \nApril 30 – May 1\, 2026 | Greensboro\, NC \nDay 1 – Defense Needs and Innovation Opportunities – April 30\nLocation: Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering\n2907 E Gate City Blvd.\, Greensboro\, NC 27401 \nDay 2 – Warfighter Performance and Workforce Development – May 1\nLocation: Elliott University Center | Alexander Room\n507 Stirling St.\, Greensboro\, NC 27412 \nEvent highlights include: \n\nDefense priorities and emerging challenges from federal partners\nResearch and innovation focused on warfighter protection and survivability\nAdvances in warfighter performance\, health\, and readiness\nWorkforce development pathways to support defense and national security needs\nOpportunities for collaboration\, partnership development\, and funding\n\nTo learn more and confirm your participation\, please visit: https://command.uncg.edu/icommand-workshop/ \nJoin us for this important and engaging event\, that is open to all. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/advancing-research-and-innovation-for-national-defense-and-security/
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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 and procurement opportunities\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. April 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: Sim McIver\, Domestic Marketing Assistant Director\, NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. McIver will provide an overview of NCDA’s mission\, structure\, and key programs that assist businesses with product readiness\, market access\, and growth opportunities. Attendees will hear how NCDA supports food and agribusiness as they enter or expand within commercial and military markets\, including commissaries and the military exchange system.\nBusiness Spotlight: Gina Peoples\, Blue Mountain Distributors. Blue Mountain Distributors\, based in Hendersonville\, NC\, is a family-owned and operated company specializing in local\, specialty\, and perishable food products. The company supplies a wide range of retail outlets and major grocery chains throughout the Southeast and was recently awarded a contract with the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). As part of this contract\, Blue Mountain will provide products to the Fort Bragg commissary. In this session\, Gina Peoples from Blue Mountain will discuss their journey and provide insights regarding the process of becoming a vendor with DeCA.\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nSave the date for the 2026 upcoming Agriculture\, Food and Beverage Quarterly Forums:  July 30\, 2026 and October 29\, 2026 \nRegister
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