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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:US Commercial Service Export Week
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of World Trade Month\, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a number of export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month! The sessions\, led by both private and public sector experts\, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities. Many of the programs are being offered free of charge and you can choose as many as you’d like to attend. Whether you are new-to-export or an experienced exporter\, Export Week will provide valuable information on forward thinking strategies and invaluable resources to increase your global sales. \nExport Week Kick-Off: Navigating Export Resources for U.S. Manufacturers \nMonday\, May 4\, 2026 | 11:00am-12:00pm Eastern\nCost: FREE\nLocation: Virtual (MS Teams)\nDiscover how U.S. manufacturers can tap into federal export resources\, trade counseling\, market intelligence\, and global connections to expand internationally. \nA number of sessions are available throughout this week. Click on the tabs below to view all sessions. \n\nTrade Craft\nIndustry Sessions\nTrade Deal Access\nExport Compliance Series\n\n 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/us-commercial-service-export-week/
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SUMMARY:Ethics and Excellence: Navigating Today's Business Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, May 6 for Ethics & Excellence: Navigating Today’s Business Challenges—a FREE dynamic half-day event designed to equip you with practical strategies for leading with integrity in today’s complex business environment. \nHear from keynote speaker David Dowdy\, entrepreneur and best-selling author\, as he shares powerful insights to spark ethical leadership and sustainable success. You’ll also experience a hands-on session tackling real-world challenges\, an expert panel delivering actionable takeaways\, and valuable networking with local professionals and vendors—all while enjoying FREE breakfast and lunch. \nSeats are filling up quick—register today! \nWhen. May 6th\, 202 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nWhere. Mitchell Community College\, Executive Training Center \nBonus: The first 40 attendees will receive a free copy of The Success Equation by David Dowdy. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to grow your business—and lead it the right way. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ethics-and-excellence-navigating-todays-business-challenges/
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SUMMARY:Navy Week - Charlotte\, North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Park in the upper level of the parking deck. Take the ticket with you to pay inside.  \nJoin the North Carolina Military Business Center for an insightful session with the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). This event will provide valuable information for small businesses\, covering how to do business with the Navy and Marine Corps\, preparation for the DON procurement process\, available resources\, and more. \nWhen. May 6\, 2026 from 9:00-1:00 \nWhere. Popp Martin Student Union\, Room 340\n8845 Craver Road\, Charlotte\, NC 28223 \nRepresentatives from key small business support organizations will also be on hand for you to connect with and learn about beneficial services available to support business owners including: \n\nCAPT Wade Smith\, Commodore\, Littoral Combat Ship Squadron Two\nJohn Daniels\, Vice Chancellor for Research\, UNC Charlotte\nAregnaz Mooradian\, Deputy District Director\, US Small Business Administration\nTJ Gilroy\, Regional Program Manager (Pinehurst)\, North Carolina Military Business Center\nFran Perez-Wilhite\, Regional Program Manager (Charlotte)\, North Carolina Military Business Center\nPhyllis VanHoy\, Director\, Small Business Center\, Central Piedmont Community College Small Business Center\nAmelia Moore\, Outreach & Communications Coordinator\, SBIR-STTR\, NAVSEA\nAnne Bannister\, Senior Small Business Officer\, PAE Maritime\, NAVSEA\n\nParking Directions \nONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED\nWALK-IN REGISTRATION IS WELCOME
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/navy-week-charlotte-north-carolina/
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SUMMARY:Small Business Outreach Event at Wayne Community College
DESCRIPTION:Join the NCMBC for an engaging Small Business Outreach Event at Wayne Community College. This session brings together regional experts\, federal partners\, and local resource organizations that will share valuable opportunities and insights supporting business growth\, government contracting\, workforce development and small business assistance. \nWhen. May 6\, 2026 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm \nWhere. Wayne Community College\, 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive\, Goldsboro\, NC 27534; Walnut Building\, Room 101 \nAgenda. \n3:00 – 3:30 Welcome Remarks \n\nBill Simons\, NCMBC\, Wayne Community College (Welcome & Purpose)\nRenita Dawson\, Vice President-Workforce Continuing Education & Community Engagement\, Wayne Community College\n\n3:30 – 4:30 Organizational Resources and Mini Briefs \n\nTodd Walker\, Wayne County Chamber of Commerce\nHeather Port\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\nKyle Donah\, 4th Contracting Squadron (SJAFB)\nJoel Guge\, Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP)\nJulius Cook\, Veteran Business Outreach Center\, Fayetteville State\nEsteban Guzman\, Wayne Community College’s Small Business Center (SBC)\nChristina Therodorou\, NCGrowth\, UNC Chapel Hill\nBill Simons\, North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC)\, Wayne Community College\n\n4:30 – 5:00 Questions & Answers Interactive Forum: All previous presenters & audience \n5:00 Closing Comments: Bill Simons\, NCMBC\, Wayne Community College \nFlyer Information \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-business-outreach-event-at-wayne-community-college/
LOCATION:Wayne\, 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive\, Goldsboro\, NC\, 27534
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner (Online)
DESCRIPTION:To sell your products or services to the federal government\, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first\, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina. \nWhen. May 12\, 2026 from 11:00-1:00 pm \nWhere. Online \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/introduction-to-federal-contracting-for-the-small-business-owner-online-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:AES Export Compliance Seminar
DESCRIPTION:If your company is seeking to expand into Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or commercial defense opportunities overseas\, you should strongly consider participating in the US Commercial Service AES Export Compliance Seminar. \nThis intensive two-day virtual program gives you the practical knowledge and real-world tools to strengthen your export operations. \nThis two-day seminar is a practical\, government-led training focused on the full spectrum of U.S. export compliance. The program features expert speakers from the U.S. Commercial Service and the U.S. Census Bureau\, as well as private sector specialists. \n\nMay 13\, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT\nMay 14\, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT\nFormat: Live Virtual Program\n\nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nWhy export regulations are essential to protecting your company from costly penalties\, fines\, cargo seizures\, or delays\nACE/AESDirect — Navigating the Automated Commercial Environment and AESDirect filing platform\nCommodity Classification — Correctly classifying your goods for export control and reporting purposes\nACE Export Reports — Using ACE reporting tools to monitor and manage your export filings\nForeign Trade Regulations (FTR)\, Export Administration Regulations (EAR)\, and ITAR Requirements\n\nWho Should Attend \nWhether you are new to exporting or a seasoned pro\, this program is built for you. Recommended attendees include U.S. exporters\, freight forwarders\, logistics and documentation professionals\, compliance managers\, manufacturers\, shippers\, and U.S. Principal Parties of Interest (USPPIs). \nWhy Attend? \n\nLearn from government experts and experienced private sector practitioners\nGet trade data guidance straight from the sources\nWalk away with compliance strategies you can implement immediately\nReduce regulatory risk and avoid expensive mistakes\n\nSponsorship Opportunities \nInterested in reaching an engaged audience of export professionals\, compliance managers\, and trade specialists? Sponsorship opportunities are available for this program. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/aes-export-compliance-seminar/
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SUMMARY:Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week
DESCRIPTION:SOF Week brings the international Special Operations community together for one focused week of collaboration\, learning\, and capability development. Jointly supported by U.S. Special Operations Command and the Global SOF Foundation\, the event serves as the central gathering point for SOF Operators\, government leaders\, and industry partners working to advance the mission. \n\nAt its core\, SOF Week is about connection and alignment. It provides a trusted environment where operational requirements\, emerging technologies\, and strategic priorities come together in one place. Through briefings\, demonstrations\, exhibits\, and networking\, the event accelerates conversations that directly impact capability development and mission success. \nThe purpose of SOF Week is simple: strengthen the global SOF enterprise. By fostering collaboration across commands\, agencies\, allies\, and industry\, the event helps ensure the right capabilities reach the right operators at the right time. \nKey audiences include:  \n\nSpecial operations operators and commanders\nU.S. and international government and acquisition leaders\nDefense and security industry partners\nResearch\, academic\, and non-profit organizations\nAllied and partner-nation representatives\n\nWhen. May 18-22\, 2026 \nWhere. Tampa\, FL \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/special-operations-forces-sof-week/
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SUMMARY:Small Business Outreach Event\, Coastal Carolina Community College
DESCRIPTION:When. 19 May 2026\, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM \nWhere. Coastal Carolina Community College\, Melton Skills Center\, 444 Western Blvd. Jacksonville\, NC  28546 \nPurpose of the Outreach Event. \n\nInform and educate businesses on the North Carolina-based support organizations available to assist businesses in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.\nInform businesses on how to do business with the various contracting organizations aboard Camp Lejeune.\nProvide businesses general information on upcoming opportunities.\n\nPremise of the Outreach Event. \n\nMany businesses do not know where to start in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.\nFor existing businesses\, there are many new regulations and requirements regarding Department of Defense contracting.\nMany businesses are not aware of opportunities aboard Camp Lejeune.\n\nGoals of the Outreach Event. \n\nBusinesses leave with a greater understanding of the support organizations available to assist them.\nIncrease the base of eligible and competitive businesses proposing on Department of Defense contracts.\n\nWho should participate in the Outreach Event:  Businesses interested in doing business with the Department of Defense\, businesses currently doing business with the Department of Defense.  Please note registration is limited to 100 people due to capacity limitations. \nCost:  Free to all registrants and presenters.  However\, you must register to attend. \nParking Permit\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Mr. Chris Rabassi\, chris.rabassi@usmc.mil \nONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. \nWALK-IN REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-business-outreach-event-coastal-carolina-community-college/
LOCATION:Coastal Carolina Community College\, James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg\, Jacksonville\, NC
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:From Service to Stability: Advancing Veteran Homeownership 2026 Q2 Symposium | Homeownership Pillar
DESCRIPTION:The LendingTree Foundation’s 2026 Q2 Symposium\, From Service to Stability: Advancing Veteran Homeownership\, will explore how cross-sector collaboration can expand access to sustainable homeownership for veterans. Centered on the power of public-private partnerships\, this event will bring together leaders from financial institutions\, higher education\, and community organizations who are working to better serve those who have served our country. The symposium will begin with a lender-focused conversation\, highlighting how financial institutions are designing and delivering specialized mortgage products\, improving access to capital\, and addressing the unique needs of veteran borrowers. The discussion will then expand to a broader community perspective\, examining how institutions and organizations that directly support veterans can partner more effectively with lenders to create seamless pathways to homeownership. This includes a focus on the transition from military to civilian life and the role stable housing plays in long-term financial well-being. \nTogether\, these conversations will provide a comprehensive look at how coordinated efforts across sectors can help move veterans from service to stability—ensuring not only access to homeownership\, but the support needed to sustain it. \nWhen. May 20\, 2026 from 3:00 – 5:00 \nWhere. 1415 Vantage Park Drive\, Charlotte\, NC 28203 \nWho Should Attend \n\nFinancial institutions and lenders interested in expanding veteran-focused solutions\nCorporate social responsibility and philanthropic leaders\nNonprofit and foundation professionals focused on housing\, veterans\, and financial stability\nHigher education and veteran support services professionals\nEmployers and organizations supporting veteran transition and workforce development\nCommunity leaders and advocates working to expand access to homeownership\n\nWhat You’ll Gain \n\nInsight into how lenders are evolvingproducts and services to better serve veteran homebuyers\nA deeper understanding of the barriers veterans face on the path to homeownership\nExamples of effective public-private partnerships supporting veteran housing stability\nConnections with cross-sector leadersworking to drive impact in this space\nActionable ways to engage—as a partner\, funder\, employer\, or advocate\n\nRun of Show \n3:00 – 3:30 PM\nRegistration & Arrival \n\nGuest check-in\nNetworking / light mingling and refreshments\nBackground music (optional)\n\n3:30 – 3:40 PM\nWelcome & Opening Remarks \n\nHost welcome\nEvent overview and goals\nIntroduce Lender Panel + moderator\n\n3:40 – 4:30 PM\nLender Panel + Q&A \n\nPanel discussion\nModerated questions\nAudience Q&A (last 10–15 minutes)\n\n4:30 – 4:40 PM\nBreak \n\nLight refreshments\nTransition/reset room if needed\n\n4:40 – 4:45 PM\nRe-Gather & Introduce Community Panel \n\nQuick reset remarks\nIntroduce panelists + moderator\n\n4:45 – 5:30 PM\nCommunity Panel + Q&A \n\nPanel discussion\nModerated questions\nAudience Q&A\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/from-service-to-stability-advancing-veteran-homeownership-2026-q2-symposium-homeownership-pillar/
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SUMMARY:The Process for Winning Government Contracts
DESCRIPTION:The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC)\, in partnership with Person County Economic Development\, will be hosting an informational breakfast highlighting services offered to businesses interested in pursuing government contracting opportunities at the local\, state\, and federal level.  If your business is interested in pursuing government contracting opportunities\, this is a great opportunity to learn about the resources offered by SBTDC to help your business land government contracts. \nA light breakfast will be provided. \nEvent Address: Person County Economic Development 303 S Morgan Street Roxboro\, NC 27573 \nDate: May 21\, 2026 \nTime: 8:00AM – 9:00AM \nContact: (336) 597-1752 or beatmon@personcountync.gov \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/the-process-for-winning-government-contracts/
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