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SUMMARY:US Forest Service Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:The SBTDC\, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service\, is hosting a two-day Industry Day focused on connecting local businesses and contractors with critical Hurricane Helene recovery contracting opportunities in Western North Carolina. This event will provide comprehensive training\, technical assistance\, and direct access to Forest Service program managers overseeing recovery projects valued at millions of dollars. \nWhen. November 3-4 | 9:00am – 4:00pm \nWhere. WNC Agriculture Center (Boone Building) – Fletcher\, NC \nAgenda. \n\nDay 1 will feature presentations from the USDA Forest Service and SBA covering contracting opportunities\, application processes\, and technical program requirements across five key recovery areas: roads restoration\, stream and watershed restoration\, bridge reconstruction\, trails rehabilitation\, and boundary line surveying.\nDay 2 will provide intensive hands-on support with expert assistance tables offering live SAM.gov registration help\, BPA application completion\, financial readiness assessments\, and partnership facilitation\n\nWhy Attend. \n\nDirect access to USDA Forest Service contracting officers and program managers\nBPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) contract tools training\nOne-on-one technical assistance for contractor onboarding\nSBA certification guidance and financial assistance resources\nNetworking opportunities with federal agencies and regional contractors\nMulti-state collaboration (NC\, VA\, TN\, SC)\n\nThis event is designed to remove barriers and accelerate local contractor participation in the regions recovery and rebuilding efforts. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/us-forest-service-industry-day-2/
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SUMMARY:America Makes Fall Technical Review & Exchange (TRX)
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Fall America Makes Technical Review & Exchange (TRX) is now open! The event will be hosted by EPRI\, November 4-6\, in Charlotte\, NC. Members and non-members are encouraged to attend as America Makes project partners will showcase the progress made in their research and development to advance additive manufacturing. \nWhat is TRX? The Technical Review & Exchange (TRX) showcases the ongoing and successful America Makes projects portfolio by sharing the research and development of AM within our contracted project efforts. Project engineers\, managers\, and partners can collaborate and update stakeholders on the progress of projects underway to advance additive technology. TRX allows the opportunity for members/partners to host the event platform to increase awareness within their region by inviting keynote speakers\, their network\, partners\, and stakeholders. This platform features the abilities and efforts of America Makes to collaborate\, catalyze\, and convene the AM industrial base. \nIMPORTANT: All non-government attendees (including contractors) are required to have a government Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Logistics Information Service certified DD Form 2345 to attend Day 3 (November 6\, 2025) of the event. Registration closes October 10. \nWhen. November 4\, 2025 – November 6\, 2025 \nLearn more and register.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/america-makes-fall-technical-review-exchange-trx/
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SUMMARY:Taking the Leap for Military Entrepreneurs\, November 2025
DESCRIPTION:Embarking on a business journey without proper guidance can feel overwhelming. Why take the leap without the essential tools for success? \nThese military cohorts—designed for active\, reserve\, spouse\, or veterans—offer an opportunity for high-potential startups and founders to network with fellow military-connected entrepreneurs\, as well as members of the North Carolina Veterans Business Association. Through interactive learning\, participants will receive personalized guidance from experienced instructors and guest mentors\, with a focus on how to leverage the skills and benefits of your military status. \nOne of the biggest barriers military entrepreneurs face is access to funding. We provide information and introductions. \nParticipants can anticipate acquiring the following: \n\nBusiness Plan Templates / Outlines / Guides\nFinancial Projection Templates\nIntellectual Property Guide\nDigital Marketing Strategies\nMarket and Industry Insights\nCustomer Discovery Techniques\nStartup Checklist\n\nOur program requires an application for admission. Seats are limited\, so apply now to secure your spot and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! \n\n\nAll SBTDC events are open to everyone interested in learning more about entrepreneurship. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact: info@sbtdc.org \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/taking-the-leap-for-military-entrepreneurs-november-2025/
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