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SUMMARY:Introduction to Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates:  \n\nFebruary 4\, 2026 from 0900 -1030\nMay 13\, 2026 from 0900 – 1030\nAugust 12\, 2026 from 0900 – 1030\nNovember 18\, 2026 from 0900 -1030\n\nAbout. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina.  \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training.  \nRegister. 
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/introduction-to-federal-contracting-5/
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CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:Innovation and Technology 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. May 14\, 2026 from 1000-1130 \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: DEVCOM Army Research Office\, Klinton Snead\, Staff Director\, Army Research Office\nKlinton Snead serves as Staff Director for the Army Research Office (ARO)\, supporting engagement and execution of the Army’s extramural research mission. ARO\, part of the Army’s Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM). ARO manages the Army’s extramural basic research program and advances high-risk\, high-payoff foundational research with academia and other performers to help enable future Army technologies and capabilities.\nArmy Research Office (ARO). The Army Research Office\, leads the Army’s extramural basic research program\, investing in foundational science and high-risk\, high-payoff research that supports future Army capabilities. Working across academia\, nonprofit organizations\, and industry\, ARO helps shape the scientific discoveries that underpin long-term national security advantage. In this Quarterly Industry Forum\, ARO will share its mission\, current areas of interest\, funding and partnership mechanisms\, and practical guidance for how industry and research performers can better align with Army research priorities and pursue engagement opportunities.\nBusiness Spotlight: Matthew Kolmes\, Supreme Corporation. Matthew Kolmes is the CEO for Supreme Corporation and is a senior leader focused on advancing innovation\, product development\, and business growth. Supreme Corporation supports federal and defense customers with advanced material and manufacturing solutions that align with performance\, compliance\, and supply chain reliability requirements. Matthew will share perspective on how industry can position capabilities for federal demand signals\, strengthen partnerships with primes and government\, and translate innovation into scalable delivery for mission needs.\nNCMBC OTA Discussion. This session will highlight Other Transaction Authority (OTA) as a key mechanism for accelerating innovation and expanding access to federal opportunities. The discussion will cover how OTA works\, how it differs from traditional procurement\, and practical ways companies can position for prototype and transition opportunities.\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nSave the date for the 2026 Innovation and Technology Quarterly Forums: November 12\, 2026 \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/innovation-and-technology-quarterly-industry-forum-2/
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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:Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates:  \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026 from 0900-1030\nMay 27\, 2026 from 0900-1030\nAugust 19 2026 from 0900-1030\nNovember 3\, 2026 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. This training focuses on real world tips\, tricks\, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime contractors\, in anticipation of teaming on current and future opportunities.  \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/effectively-presenting-your-business-to-the-government-military-prime-contractors-6/
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