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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-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000
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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\nFeatured Presentation: TBA\nBusiness Spotlight: TBA\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/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T110000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening America’s Submarine Industrial Base: Opportunities for North Carolina Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Connecting North Carolina manufacturers to the nation’s submarine supply chain through the North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative (NCMMI). \nThe United States is expanding its Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) to meet growing national defense requirements\, creating significant opportunities for North Carolina manufacturers. \nLed by NC State University’s Industry Extension Services (IES) and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC)\, the North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative (NCMMI) brings together industry\, academia\, and government partners to strengthen manufacturing capabilities and expand the state’s role in the submarine supply chain. \nThis one-hour webinar will highlight SIB business opportunities\, critical manufacturing and workforce needs\, and how NCMMI’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan supports supplier development\, advanced manufacturing\, cybersecurity readiness\, and industry partnerships. \nIntended Audience\n\n\nManufacturers\nDefense contractors\nBusiness leaders\nEconomic developers\nWorkforce organizations interested in supporting or expanding their participation in the Submarine Industrial Base\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/strengthening-americas-submarine-industrial-base-opportunities-for-north-carolina-manufacturers/
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SUMMARY:NCMMI Southeastern Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)\, UNC-Wilmington\, the Office of Representative David Rouzer\, and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) are hosting a North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative (NCMMI) Regional Listening Session for Congressional District 7. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, December 1\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nLocation: UNC-Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) 803 College Rd G\, Wilmington\, NC 28403\, 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-southeastern-listening-session/
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SUMMARY:From Innovation to National Security: Understanding the OTA Pathway
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a technology that could solve a national security problem but unsure of how to get it in front of the right government organization\, find funding\, or navigate the path from prototype to commercialization? \nJoin the NCMBC for this training that will demystify the federal innovation ecosystem and show North Carolina companies\, researchers\, startups\, and technology developers how Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) can provide a faster\, more flexible pathway to develop and demonstrate new capabilities. \nWhen. Thursday\, December 3 from 9:00 – 10:30 \nWhere. Online \nYou’ll learn how Partnership Intermediaries\, Public-Private Partnerships\, Consortiums\, and government organizations work together and\, most importantly\, where your company fits in the process. \nYou’ll leave with a practical roadmap for moving from innovation to opportunity to funded prototype to national security capability. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nWhere to find opportunities\nHow relationships and consortiums can open doors\nWhat an OTA  funds\nHow the prototype process works\nWhat it can take to transition a successful prototype toward production and commercialization\n\nWhether you are new to working with the federal government or already have experience\, this training will help you understand the pathway\, avoid common dead ends\, and identify the next step for your technology. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/from-innovation-to-national-security-understanding-the-ota-pathway/
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SUMMARY:National Veterans Small Business Engagement (NVSBE) 2026
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme — Show Up. Connect. Own the Opportunity. — captures the spirit of what NVSBE is all about. It is a call to action for every Veteran entrepreneur and small business owner to step forward\, build meaningful connections\, and seize the contracting opportunities that await. \nNVSBE is the premier federal event connecting Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with government procurement professionals. Whether you are a first-time attendee or a returning participant\, this two-day engagement offers unmatched access to contracting opportunities\, industry leaders\, and federal agency representatives. \nWhen. December 8-9\, 2026 \nWhere. Cleveland\, Ohio \nRegistration information: Coming Soon\nFor registration updates\, visit: https://www.va.gov/osdbu/nvsbe/
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/national-veterans-small-business-engagement-nvsbe-2026/
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SUMMARY:Combat Systems 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 8\, 2026 from 0900-1030 \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: TBA\nBusiness Spotlight: TBA\nOpen Q&A and networking\n\nStay tuned  for the upcoming Combat Systems Quarterly Forums \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/combat-systems-quarterly-industry-forum-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:6th Annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:THEME: Securing North Carolina’s Critical Infrastructure \nThe Annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium brings together educators\, researchers\, industry professionals\, public-sector leaders\, and students who share a commitment to making our state more cyber secure. \nThe symposium’s distinctive focus is the intersection of education\, research\, and industry: applying academic insight to real-world challenges and preparing the people who will continue this work. \nNorth Carolina becomes more resilient when the people protecting its businesses\, infrastructure\, institutions\, and communities can learn from one another\, build relationships\, and share what works. The symposium creates those opportunities while nurturing a connected cybersecurity community across the state. \nWhen. February 26\, 2027 \nWhere. McKimmon Center\, Raleigh North Carolina \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/6th-annual-north-carolina-cybersecurity-symposium/
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