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SUMMARY:Business Insurance 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the NC Department of Insurance – Consumer Services Division \nThe Consumer Services Division of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is offering a free Business Insurance 101 webinar to help business owners understand how to protect their operations from financial risks and ensure they have the right insurance coverage in place. \nThis session is designed for current and prospective business owners who want to better understand their insurance needs. \nWhen. Thursday\, March 5 from 10:00 – 11:00 am \nWhere. Online \nRegistration will be required on the NCDOI webpage and through the Webex invitation. Therefore\, \n\nPlease register on the NCDOI Webpage through the link below.\nA Webex Invitation will be sent\, separately.\n\nTo participate in the event\, you must pre-register with Webex.\nUpon registering with Webex\, registered participants will receive details on how to join the webinar from Webex\n\n\n\n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/business-insurance-101-webinar/
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SUMMARY:NCEDA 2026 SPRING CONFERENCE & 60th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:NCEDA conferences provide an excellent opportunity for economic development professionals from across North Carolina to expand their knowledge\, sharpen their skills and build connections so they can advance their careers and better serve the needs of their communities. \nClick HERE to learn more about NCEDA sponsorship opportunities! Contact Liz Dobbins-Smith (888.246.2332 or liz@nceda.org) for more details. \nDates: March 9-10\, 2026\nLocation: Grandover Resort • Greensboro\, NC\nRegistration Fees: $425 for members / $275 for emerging executives and retirees / $750 for non-members \nSave the date! Registration will open in January! Please see the schedule below: \nMonday\, March 9 \n\nOptional Activities (Afternoon)\nConnector’s Network Reception for New Members and Emerging Execs (5:15 – 6 pm)\nWelcoming Reception (6 – 7 pm)\n60th Anniversary Celebration Dinner (7 – 10 pm)\n\nTuesday\, March 10 \n\nBreakfast (7:30 – 8:30 am)\nConference General Session (8:30 am – 12:30 pm)\nLuncheon and Keynote Presentation (12:30 – 2 pm)\nAdjourn (2 pm)\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit: https://nceda.org/events-networking/spring-conference/
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/nceda-2026-spring-conference-60th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Grandover Resort
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SUMMARY:Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon - Government Contracting Foundations
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer – and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap. \nThe Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars\, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys\, how to register\, what certifications mean\, how to define your company’s capabilities\, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete. \nWhether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business\, this series gives you practical\, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way. \nWhen. Wednesday\, March 11\, 10:00am-11:30am \nWhere. Online \nNote: These sessions are focused on federal contracting – how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly\, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts. \n\nWed\, Apr 8\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon\n\nSession 7 – Foundational Infrastructure for Government Contractors Build the backbone of your business before chasing contracts. Government contracting requires more than a SAM registration. We’ll walk through the core business functions you need – from accounting and timekeeping systems to HR\, IT\, contracts/legal\, and compliance (SPRS\, CMMC). You’ll learn what’s essential at the start and what can scale as you grow. \nReena Bhatia of the NC Military Business Center at Wake Tech will provide a basic overview of essential topics. \nThis webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you’ve never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step\, utilizing the same First Name\, Last Name and Email address used during registration. \nOnce you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don’t have any technical issues. \n\nSpeaker(s): Reena Bhatia \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/foundational-infrastructure-for-govcon/
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SUMMARY:Supplier Matchmaking Expo at Charlotte Motor Speedway
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Association of Manufacturers are excited to announce the 2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo that will be held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on March 11\, 2026\, from 10 am – 2 pm EDT. \nThe Supplier Matchmaking Expo is your chance to meet domestic corporate partners from companies of all sizes that are looking for suppliers. This unique opportunity will bring together buyers and suppliers looking to strengthen their U.S. supply chains. \nWhat’s Included: \n\nOne-on-one matchmaking meetings\nExhibit hall with U.S. buyers and local\, state and federal organizations that support small manufacturers\n\nDon’t miss out on meeting key industry players and discovering fresh opportunities. Limited space available. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/supplier-matchmaking-expo-at-charlotte-motor-speedway/
LOCATION:Charlotte Motor Speedway\, 5555 Concord Parkway S.\, Concord\, NC\, 28027
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SUMMARY:Department of War Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program Small Business Impacts Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The next Office of Advocacy Small Business Roundtable will be held virtually on March 12\, 2026\, at 1 PM ET on the Microsoft Teams platform. \nIn 2024\, the U.S. Department of War published the final rules for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program (CMMC). In 2025\, the Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement posted rules to incorporate this into all contracts. Advocacy filed comments stating that the Department underestimated the costs of compliance with the certification. Now that these terms have been implemented\, Advocacy is hosting this roundtable to solicit insight from small businesses on their experiences with the CMMC program thus far. Specifically\, Advocacy would like information on how much the certification process has cost\, and the expected impact CMMC requirements will have on small businesses. We also seek to identify program improvements to reduce CMMC compliance burdens. \nPlease register and provide the information requested to receive a Teams link. \nDate: March 12\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET\nMeeting Platform: Microsoft Teams \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/department-of-war-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-program-small-business-impacts-roundtable/
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SUMMARY:19th Annual Homeland Security Week
DESCRIPTION:The Homeland Security Week Summit annually attracts over 500 attendees and 40 expert speakers from across the homeland security ecosystem. Senior officials from DHS\, DOJ\, and local law enforcement join leading industry innovators and technology providers to address one critical question: “how can we best protect the U.S. homeland against evolving threats?” \nNow in its 19th year\, the 2026 summit will gather stakeholders from across government and industry to explore next-generation solutions in AI\, cloud and cybersecurity\, biometrics\, counter-UAS capabilities\, border management\, infrastructure resilience\, and more. \nJoin us March 17–18\, 2026 in the Washington\, DC area for two days of keynote briefings\, expert panels\, and unparalleled networking\, as we chart the future of homeland security together. \nWhen. March 17-28\, 2026 \nWhere. MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino\, MD \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/19th-annual-homeland-security-week/
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SUMMARY:AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition
DESCRIPTION:The AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition will explore the capabilities outlined in the Army’s Modernization Strategy to drive transformational change. Special guest presentations\, coupled with panel discussions from our senior military and industry leaders\, will address critical points of research and development\, acquisition and contracting\, force sustainment\, strategic divestiture\, and industry partnerships. For the Army\, this means greater synergy with industry partners to ensure a modernized defense industrial base and an Army capable of conducting MDO. The Army must continue to streamline its acquisition processes\, and continue to invest in the modernization of facilities and infrastructure\, training\, and skill sets required across the AME\, with an eye towards the future\, to maintain overmatch for great power competition. \nWhen. March 26-28 \nWhere. Von Braun Center\, Huntsville Alabama \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ausa-global-force-symposium-exposition/
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SUMMARY:Small Business Boot Camp (SBBC) 6
DESCRIPTION:Purpose\nSOFWERX\, in coordination with the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP)\, will provide a forum for Small Businesses with technologies that support National Security Interests and/or the USSOCOM technology interest areas to learn more about doing business with USSOCOM. Additionally\, the event will provide an opportunity for Small Business engagement with government stakeholders\, investors\, and prime contractors in the form of “Speed Dating.” See objective for more details. \nThe OSBP is dedicated to helping you and your business. They will explain known requirements\, help you understand who buys what within the Command\, and can assist you in locating other likely markets within DoW and developing strategies for accessing those markets. They provide information and guidance on defense procurement policies and procedures as well as methods for identifying prime contracting and subcontracting opportunities. \nWhen. March 24-26\, 2026 \nWhere. SOFWERX \nObjective\nDay 1: Presenters will provide an overview of USSOCOM\, information on the basic components and requirements of working with the Department of War\, and how to engage with USSOCOM.  There will also be breakout sessions to allow attendees to pick a topic based on their own learning objectives and an opportunity to hear success stories from two companies. The day will end with a social event. \nDay 2: The second day will consist of more presentations\, covering topics like Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)\, and information on raising capital. \nDay 3: The third and final day will consist of an update on USSOCOM’s Investor engagement strategy and the SOF Ventures Pilot Program. Additionally\, we will provide a forum for Small Businesses to engage with government stakeholders\, investors\, and prime contractors in the form of “Speed Dating.” \n\nReview the SOF AT&L Organization Chart Read-Ahead: Click Here to Download \nHow You Can Participate \n1. Small Businesses: Click Here to Request to Attend (NLT 24 February) \n2. Speakers/Panelists: Please RSVP via the emailed link  \n3. Government Stakeholders\, Prime Contractors\, and Investors/VCs ONLY:Click Here to Request to host a table for Speed Dating (NLT 24 February)  \n\nQuestions?\nFor event-related questions\, please contact Olivia Larounis \nFor more information\, visit: https://events.sofwerx.org/small-business-boot-camp-sbbc-6
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-business-boot-camp-sbbc-6/
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