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SUMMARY:Explore JSOC’s R&D Priorities – Join the NC CDR Webinar Dec 3
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Coalition for Defense Researchers (NC CDR)\, the North Carolina Military Business Center\, and the First Flight Venture Center to hear from Mr. Tom Earnhardt\, Deputy for Technology and Experimentation in the JSOC Modernization Division. \nWhen. December 3 from 11:30 – 1:30 pm \nWhere. In-person at the First Flight Venture Center (2 Davis Drive\, Durham\, NC 27709) or Online via Zoom\nIn-person is limited to the first 40 attendees. ​​​​​​In-person is at max capacity. Online Option is available.  \nLunch will be provided. \nAbout. The JSOC Modernization Division\, together with J8 Futures Division creates and maintains the Enterprise Gaps list\, broken out by war fighting function. Gaps are addressed through wargaming and experimentation each year. Virtually all JSOC gaps are shared by Joint Force partners\, so the JSOC speed and agility helps shape research and development efforts within the Department of War. Mr. Earnhardt  will address these gaps with a focus on those requiring extensive scientific research to solve. Following his presentation\, Mr. Earnhardt will remain to answer questions and meet with those in attendance. \nPurpose. The CDR is to advance the collaboration among NC University researchers\, the NC Innovation ecosystem\, and the Defense sector to better identify\, understand and pursue early stage research in support of national defense. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/explore-jsocs-rd-priorities-join-the-nc-cdr-webinar-dec-3/
LOCATION:First Flight Venture Center\, 2 Davis Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
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SUMMARY:Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell - 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\, December 10\, 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\, Jan 14\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 5: Capability Statements\nWed\, Feb 11\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 6: The Federal Sales Cycle\nWed\, Mar 11\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 7: Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon\nWed\, Apr 8\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon\n\nSession 4 – Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell Find out where the real opportunities are. We’ll show you how to research which agencies buy your products or services\, using tools like SAM.gov\, USASpending\, and federal forecasts. You’ll learn how to spot demand trends and connect your offerings to real buyers. \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/market-demand-who-buys-what-you-sell-government-contracting-foundations/
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SUMMARY:Medical 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. December 11\, 2025 from 0900-1000 \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: Rick Satcher\, Commercialization and Service Provider Member Relations Director for Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC). MTEC is a DoD-focused nonprofit that funds medical technology development. It operates under a government-awarded Other Transaction Agreement (OTA)—a flexible contracting vehicle that enables faster execution\, broader collaboration\, and engagement with a diverse range of innovators. MTEC drives military-civilian partnerships and fosters collaboration within an extensive ecosystem of small and large businesses\, federal agencies\, academic institutions\, and other stakeholders. Funding is rapidly deployed to advance innovative medical technologies that improve military and civilian health worldwide.\nBusiness Spotlight: Emily Wilburn Andrews\, CEO of Wilburn Medical Supply. Wilburn Medical Inc. was founded in 1997 by Rick Wilburn to provide “Point of Care” testing equipment and supplies to Physicians\, Clinics\, Hospitals and Wellness Facilities. Rick’s goal was to “exceed customer expectations.” Wilburn Medical grew quickly and became an important supplier to healthcare organizations. In 2002 Wilburn Medical’s web presence grew into our first “E-Commerce” site. That site has become WilburnMedicalUSA.com with over 90\,000+ items from over 500+ manufacturers.\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nSave the date for the 2026 Medical Quarterly Forums: March 12\, 2026; June 11\, 2026; and December 10\, 2026 \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/medical-quarterly-industry-forum/
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SUMMARY:Procurement Readiness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Curious about getting government contracts? In this 2-hour webinar\, you will learn how to create your capability statement and to navigate the procurement process with confidence\, right here in your community. Learn how to access lucrative local contracting opportunities and boost your business’s visibility and credibility. \nWhen. Thursday\, December 11\, 6:00pm-8:00pm \nWhere. Online \n\nCo-Sponsor(s): Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur & Business HUB \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/procurement-readiness-seminar-2/
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