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SUMMARY:NCMMI Northeastern Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)\, Elizabeth City State University (ECSU)\, the Office of Representative Don Davis\, and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) are hosting a North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative (NCMMI) Regional Listening Session for Congressional District 1. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, November 5\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nLocation: Elizabeth City State University\, Kermit E. White Graduate Center\, 1862 Edgewood Dr\, Elizabeth City\, NC 27909\, USA\n\nBuilding on our statewide strategic planning effort\, NCMMI has established a 2026–2030 Statewide Strategic Plan aimed at fortifying North Carolina’s Maritime Industrial Base. This listening session brings that effort directly to Congressional District 1 to align regional strengths\, address localized challenges\, and refine a regional strategy that feeds into the statewide vision. \nWe are bringing together key leaders across workforce development\, defense\, maritime industries\, advanced manufacturing\, higher education\, economic development\, and government. Together\, our discussion will focus on: \n\nBuilding and strengthening regional maritime and defense supply chains\nExpanding local workforce pipelines for technical and industrial needs\nAccelerating adoption of advanced manufacturing\, robotics\, and cybersecurity\nRemoving barriers for regional suppliers seeking Department of Defense (DoD) contracts\nSetting clear regional priorities and actionable partnerships for NCMMI implementation\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/ncmmi-northeastern-listening-session/
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SUMMARY:SBA Programs and Resources Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn how the SBA supports small businesses through counseling\, lending programs\, federal contracting programs\, and disaster assistance. Begin to understand how to access expert guidance\, financial capital\, government contracting assistance\, and disaster recovery support. Ideal for start-ups\, growing businesses\, and entrepreneurs exploring available resources. \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Sarah Espinosa at 910-672-2683 or sespinos@uncfsu.edu. \nWhen. November 9\, 2026 \nWhere. Online \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/sba-programs-and-resources-webinar/
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SUMMARY:ISO 9001:2026 Information Update Webinar
DESCRIPTION:ISO 9001:2026 introduces several updates that certified organizations\, quality professionals\, and business leaders need to understand as they prepare to transition from ISO 9001:2015. \nWhen. November 10\, 2026 from 10:00 – 11:00 est. \nWhere. Online \nDuring this free webinar\, NC State University Industry Extension Services will provide a practical overview of the revised standard\, including: \n\n\nWhat has changed from ISO 9001:2015\nWhat has remained substantially the same\nThe most meaningful new and revised requirements\nExpected transition considerations\nActions organizations can begin taking to transition\nQuestions and answers with IES quality professionals\n\n\nThis webinar is appropriate for quality managers\, internal auditors\, management representatives\, organizational leaders\, and others involved in maintaining or supporting an ISO 9001 quality management system. \nPlease note: We will not issue a certificate for this free update webinar. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/iso-90012026-information-update-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Small Business Tool Support
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to help us spread the word about an upcoming webinar for Durham entrepreneurs and startup business owners. \nThe Durham LIT Tool Support Program provides reimbursement for eligible business tools and services to support business growth. This opportunity is designed for Durham-based businesses that are less than 2 years old. \nGrow Your Business with Durham LIT Tool Support \nDate: November 10\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: Virtual via Microsoft Teams \nDuring this session\, participants will learn about: \n\nProgram eligibility requirements\nEligible reimbursable expenses\nRequired documentation\nThe reimbursement process\nLive Q&A with program staff\n\nTeams access information will be sent to registered attendees 24 hours before the event. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/small-business-tool-support/
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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. November 12\, 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 in SBIRs\, OTAs\, and SAM.gov\nBusiness Spotlight: Garrett Long of Absolute Edge; Absolute Edge represents breakthrough technology in expeditionary data centers. Highlighted at the resent AUSA expo\, and paired with new generator technology from BlueSky\, these data centers bring a new level of capability to the battle.\nFeatured Presentation: NCMBC Technology Transition Office new initiatives and briefing. Bringing new levels of collaboration and technology transition to North Carolina\, this is a DO NOT miss briefing.\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nStay tuned for the 2026 Innovation and Technology Quarterly Forums \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/innovation-and-technology-quarterly-industry-forum-3/
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SUMMARY:Joint Innovation Outpost Virtual Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:The Army’s Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) is where urgent operational needs meet expert acquisition. The JIOP serves as the Army’s nexus for rapid innovation at the operational acquisition detachments for XVIII Airborne Corps\, I Corps\, and III Armored Corps. The JIOP is chartered to discover\, develop\, and deliver decisive capabilities directly to the warfighter. \nIndustry is a key partner and stakeholder for our mission\, and we want to hear from you. Join our team for a 100% virtual industry engagement on 17 November 2026; 1400-1530ET. \nSome broad capability Areas of Interest: \n\nDefensive Fires / Counter UAS\nElectronic Warfare\nC2 Architecture and CDR’s Visualization\nPower Projection and Operational Reach\nAutonomous/Unmanned Systems\nAnd More\n\nRegister at https://lnkd.in/eiQDfFjx
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/joint-innovation-outpost-virtual-industry-day/
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SUMMARY:Intro to Federal Contracting (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Government Contracting\n\nJoin Fran Perez‑Wilhite of the North Carolina Military Business Center for an informative session on federal contracting for small businesses. \nIf you’re interested in selling your products or services to the federal government\, it’s essential to understand the requirements and processes involved. While federal contracting can seem complex at first\, this session will break it down into manageable steps and highlight valuable resources\, tools\, and strategies to help your business compete successfully in North Carolina’s federal marketplace. \nWhen. November 18 from 1:00 – 3:00 \nWhere. Central Piedmont Community College Small Business Center\, Levine Information Technology Building Room LT-1140 \n\nSpeaker(s): Fran Perez-Wilhite\, MBA is Program Manager for Veteran-Owned Business Development with the NC Military Business Center in Charlotte\, where she has served since 2006. A former U.S. Army Lieutenant\, she sits on the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (#ACVBA) and Interagency Task Force. Fran is a Wake Forest MBA graduate and Norwich University alumna with over 25 years of leadership on local\, state\, and national boards. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/intro-to-federal-contracting-in-person/
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SUMMARY:Charleston District and SAME Charleston 2026 Federal Contractor Summit and Annual Oyster Roast
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, Charleston District\, and the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)\, Charleston Post\, invite you to attend the 2026 Federal Contractor Summit and Annual Oyster Roast on Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\, at The Citadel’s Altman Center. \nThis event is an opportunity for small businesses\, prime contractors\, subcontractors\, and other industry partners to engage directly with Government program and acquisition personnel; learn about anticipated procurement activity; and discuss innovative approaches to delivering Federal projects. \nEvent Details \nDate: Thursday\, November 19\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\nLocation: The Citadel – Altman Athletic Center – 272 Fishburne St.\, Charleston\, SC 29403\nAnnual Oyster Roast: 5:00 p.m. – Pierce Park Pavilion\, 1801 Pierce St\, Charleston\, SC 29492 \nWhat to Expect \n\nFY 2027 and beyond procurement projections from USACE districts and the U.S. Coast Guard\nA discussion on emerging and alternative acquisition methods\, including Progressive Design-Build\, Design-Build to Budget\, Other Transactional Authorities\, and other innovative delivery approaches\nAn open\, free-flowing “Meet the Program Managers and Prime Contractors” networking session\nA Reverse Industry Day/Closed Listening Session (by invitation only)  focused on industry lessons learned and practical recommendations\n\nDuring the afternoon networking session\, representatives from USACE program management\, contracting\, engineering\, construction\, and operations will be available throughout the room for informal\, one-on-one discussions. We encourage you to come meet our team\, share your capabilities\, learn more about our mission and project types\, and build relationships that can support future engagement. \nPlease note that this event supports general Government-industry communication and market awareness. Official procurement opportunities and solicitation instructions will be posted through the appropriate contracting channels. \nRegistration
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/charlston-district-and-same-charleston-2026-federal-contractor-summit-and-annual-oyster-roast/
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