Agriculture, Food and Beverage Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting and procurement opportunities
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Agriculture, Food and Beverage Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Medical Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Medical Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Medical Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Meeting the U.S. Defense Imperative: Challenges and Opportunities in the Development of the Defense Industrial Base Workforce

Join us virtually November 13 at 10 a.m. Eastern for a joint session, “Meeting the U.S. Defense Imperative: Challenges and Opportunities in the Development of the Defense Industrial Base Workforce,” hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the National Institute for Industry and Career Advancement (NIICA).

Medical Quarterly Industry Forum

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:

  • Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
  • Market and policy trends shaping the industry
  • Success stories and lessons learned from peers
  • Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace

These 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.

Explore JSOC’s R&D Priorities – Join the NC CDR Webinar Dec 3

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.

When. December 3 from 11:30 – 1:30 pm

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Introducing the NCMBC Quarterly Industry Forums

The NCMBC is excited to announce that NCMBC’s “Opps Talk” series is evolving into a broader, more impactful platform — the Quarterly Industry Forum.

This new format expands on the success of “Opps Talk” by incorporating a wider range of timely and relevant topics important to your business and industry.

Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 11, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • May 27, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • August 19 2026 from 0900-1030
  • November 3, 2026 from 0900-1030

About.

Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 11, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • May 27, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • August 19 2026 from 0900-1030
  • November 3, 2026 from 0900-1030

About.

Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 11, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • May 27, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • August 19 2026 from 0900-1030
  • November 3, 2026 from 0900-1030

About.

Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors 

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 11, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • May 27, 2026 from 0900-1030
  • August 19 2026 from 0900-1030
  • November 3, 2026 from 0900-1030

About.

Introduction to Federal Contracting

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 4, 2026 from 0900 -1030
  • May 13, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • August 12, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • November 18, 2026 from 0900 -1030

About.

Introduction to Federal Contracting

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 4, 2026 from 0900 -1030
  • May 13, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • August 12, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • November 18, 2026 from 0900 -1030

About.

Introduction to Federal Contracting

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 4, 2026 from 0900 -1030
  • May 13, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • August 12, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • November 18, 2026 from 0900 -1030

About.

Introduction to Federal Contracting

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates: 

  • February 4, 2026 from 0900 -1030
  • May 13, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • August 12, 2026 from 0900 – 1030
  • November 18, 2026 from 0900 -1030

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SAME Mid-Atlantic Small Business Outreach + Industry Day

Join us in Virginia Beach, February 23 – 25, 2026, for the 2026 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. This two-and-a-half-day event offers numerous opportunities to engage with industry experts, decision-makers, solution providers, business partners, and small business federal contracting officers.

US Forest Service Industry Day

Hosted by the SBTDC and USDA Forest Service

When. November 3-4 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Where. WNC Agricultural Center (Boone Building) – Fletcher, NC

Join us for a two-day event connecting local businesses and contractors with Hurricane Helene recovery contracting opportunities across Pisgah National Forest.

Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon – Government Contracting Foundations

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.

The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start.

The Federal Sales Cycle – Government Contracting Foundations

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.

The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start.

Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell – Government Contracting Foundations

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.

The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start.

Capability Statements – Government Contracting Foundations

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.

The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start.

Procurement Readiness Seminar

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.

Past Performance and Corporate Experience – Government Contracting Foundations

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.

The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start.

Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

How to Start a Small Business- MCB Camp Lejeune

Are you thinking about starting your own business? Not sure what steps to take or which ones to take first? This seminar was designed to provide basic information to individuals who are thinking about starting a business. This information includes critical ingredients for start-up success such as: feasibility studies; market demographics; funding sources; and business owner support. 

2026 CAPITOL HILL DEFENSE OUTLOOK SUMMIT

Join us on January 20, 2026 for the 2026 Capitol Hill Defense Outlook Summit! This major national defense conference in Washington will feature Members of Congress, Pentagon officials, military base commanders, procurement officials, and prime defense contractors. The Summit offers insights into the historic $1 Trillion 2026 defense budget, which allocates significant funds for Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and Space Force procurement.

US Coast Guard Contracting Summit

You are invited to attend the 2025 U.S. Coast Guard Contracting Summit – One of the Top Defense Events of 2025!

When. October 27, 2025

Where. Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center,
11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA, 20190

The U.S. Coast Guard has welcomed the nearly $25 billion investment included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — marking the largest single commitment of funding in Service history.