Contractor’s Academy
The Contractor’s Academy is an intensive eight-session certificate program presented by Wake Tech and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC). The program takes business owners and entrepreneurs through the complete journey from first understanding what public sector contracting is to being fully prepared to find, pursue and win contracts at the federal and North Carolina state level.
Cybersecurity Workshop
Fayetteville Technical Community College cybersecurity students, in partnership with the Carolina Cyber Network, are hosting a free cybersecurity workshop to help local businesses learn practical ways to better protect themselves from cyber threats.
Flavors of Carolina 2027
Hosted by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Flavors of Carolina 2027 is North Carolina’s premier food and beverage sampling and networking event — where the very best of our state’s farms, waters, and kitchens come together with key decision-makers from across the food industry.
North Carolina Manufacturers: Connect with Defense Leaders at Velocity Summit
North Carolina manufacturers are helping shape the future of the defense industrial base, and the Velocity Summit offers a unique opportunity to understand where your company fits into that mission.
The Velocity Summit will bring together leaders from the military, government, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, maritime, and supply chain sectors to discuss a critical national security challenge: How can we move faster from military requirements to manufactured products and capabilities?
Small Business Tool Support
We invite you to help us spread the word about an upcoming webinar for Durham entrepreneurs and startup business owners.
The 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.
Charleston District and SAME Charleston 2026 Federal Contractor Summit and Annual Oyster Roast
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.
SBA Programs and Resources Webinar
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.
ISO 9001:2026 Information Update Webinar
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.
When. November 10, 2026 from 10:00 – 11:00 est.
Where. Online
During this free webinar, NC State University Industry Extension Services will provide a practical overview of the revised standard, including:
- What has changed from ISO 9001:2015
- What has remained substantially the same
- The most meaningful new and revised requirements
- Expected transition considerations
- Actions organizations can begin taking to transition
- Questions and answers with IES quality professionals
This 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.
Empowering Small Businesses for Financial Readiness – FREE Session
Join Elaine Marshall North Carolina Secretary of State for “Empowering Small Businesses for Financial Readiness”, a FREE session designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, confidence to make business financially resilient and primed for growth.
Learn more about Rural RISE NC and hear from a panel of experts.
Small Business Outreach Event in Jacksonville, NC
When. 10 December 2026, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where. Coastal Carolina Community College, Melton Skills Center, 444 Western Blvd. Jacksonville, NC 28546
Purpose of the Outreach Event.
- Inform and educate businesses on the North Carolina-based support organizations available to assist businesses in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.
Respond & Recover: USACE Emergency Management Contract Opportunity
Learn about the upcoming USACE Enterprise-Wide Emergency Management Services opportunity and how your business can support critical preparedness, response, and recovery missions nationwide. Discover requirements for Blue Sky planning and training services, Gray Sky disaster response support, rapid deployment expectations, and key qualifications needed to compete for this contracting opportunity.
NCMMI Southeastern Listening Session
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.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 10 a.m.
NCMMI Northeastern Listening Session
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.
Advanced Textiles Expo
Connect with manufacturers, fabricators, engineers, designers, suppliers and decision-makers exploring the latest innovations, sourcing new solutions and building valuable business relationships across every market segment.
Join thousands of textile professionals at Advanced Textiles Expo to explore the latest innovations in materials, technology, and manufacturing.
Strengthening America’s Submarine Industrial Base: Opportunities for North Carolina Manufacturers
Connecting North Carolina manufacturers to the nation’s submarine supply chain through the North Carolina Maritime Manufacturing Initiative (NCMMI).
The United States is expanding its Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) to meet growing national defense requirements, creating significant opportunities for North Carolina manufacturers.
Boots to Business
This two-day seminar will provide participants with an introduction to business ownership and guide them through the start-up process. Topics include: entrepreneurship assessment, business feasibility, the business plan, understanding your market, business legal structure, and sources of funding. Participants will be provided with a number of resources and tools to compliment the training topics.
Federal and Defense Textile and Tactical Equipment (FEDTEX) Summit
The Federal and Defense Textile and Tactical Equipment (FEDTEX) Summit, hosted by the Office of Senator Ted Budd and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), connects the US Department of Defense (DoD) and federal agency clothing and individual equipment buyers with US textile manufacturers, textile supply chain suppliers, cut and sew contractors, research and development (R&D) facilities, testing labs and academic resources.
Southeast Region Federal Construction, Infrastructure & Environmental Summit
The Office of US Senator Ted Budd and the North Carolina Military Business Center are pleased to announce the Southeast Region Federal Construction, Infrastructure & Environmental Summit on April 20-22, 2027 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
WHEN.
April 20-22, 2027
WHERE.
Understanding the Basics of Government Contracting: From Opportunity to Award
North Carolina SBTDC’s Government Contracting Assistance Program presents GovCon Connect Series on contracting fundamentals.
Finding an opportunity is only the first step. Learn how to understand common government solicitation types, identify key requirements and evaluation criteria, and use a practical Go/No-Go approach to determine which opportunities deserve your time and resources.
Joint Innovation Outpost Virtual Industry Day
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.
From Innovation to National Security: Understanding the OTA Pathway
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?
Join 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.
SAME Omaha Post / APEX Accelerator – Virtual Matchmaking Event – October 15, 2026
SAME Omaha Post, in partnership with the Nebraska APEX Accelerator, is hosting Prime Connections: SAME Virtual Industry Matchmaker 2026, a virtual matchmaking event designed to connect prime contractors with small businesses and other potential subcontractors. We are excited to invite you to participate in this event and connect with businesses that may support your current and future contracting needs.
Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach + Industry Day
Join us at the Virginia Beach Convention Center in Virginia Beach, VA, February 22 – 24, 2027, for the 2027 SAME Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach + Industry Day, hosted by the Hampton Roads, Coastal Carolina, Virginia Peninsula, and Central Virginia Society of American Military Engineers Posts.
6th Annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium
THEME: Securing North Carolina’s Critical Infrastructure
The 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.
The 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.
U.S. DOT’s Veteran Owned Small Business Summit
Date: November 17, 2026
Cost: FREE – Registration is required!
Location: U.S. DOT Headquarters
Format: In-person
In observance of Veterans Day, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), in partnership with the Department of War’s Office of Industrial Base Growth and Small Business Administration’s Office of Veterans Business Development, will host a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Summit on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.
Defense on Tap – Southern Pines
The National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC) and Aegis Power Systems are bringing Defense on Tap to Southern Pines for an evening built around one of the most powerful forces in national security:
The right people, in the right room, having the right conversations.
Office of Small Business Programs Networking Event 2026
Purpose
SOFWERX, in coordination with the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP), will provide a networking opportunity for Small Businesses with capabilities that support National Security Interests and/or the USSOCOM mission to engage with Government Stakeholders, Prime Contractors, and Investors in the form of “Speed Dating.”
DMVA Roadshow 2026: Unlock the Veteran & MilSpouse Advantage for Your Business
About the Roadshow
North Carolina businesses are coming together to unlock the power of veteran and military-spouse talent. The Unlock the Veteran & MilSpouse Advantage Roadshow is a statewide series connecting employers, workforce leaders, and community partners to explore how hiring from the military community strengthens our workforce, economy, and your company’s bottom line.
Velocity Summit
The North Carolina Military Business Center and The Protocase Companies will co-present the Velocity Summit on November 17, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
The Velocity Summit is a one-day event built around a central premise: America’s defense manufacturing capacity problem is, at its heart, a velocity problem.
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health – FASTPASS Program
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TA1 – SAMPLE: Develop advanced through-packaging sensing technologies to evaluate the chemical makeup of a product using spectrographic or other non-contact, non-destructive means.
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