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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MFGDAY Event
Please join us for a MFGDAY celebration event at Dell Technologies. The event will be held at Dell, located at 5800 Technology Drive, Apex, NC 27539.
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.
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.
DARPA Convergence Industry Day
America’s Seed Fund SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference
This three-day event is designed for high-growth startups and small businesses seeking to secure non-dilutive funding – the nation’s largest source of such capital. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with representatives from the 11 federal agencies participating in the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
2026 ALA Annual National Conference and Professional Development Forum
Join the American Logistics Association (ALA) for the 2026 National Conference — our annual event bringing together leaders from the military resale and quality-of-life ecosystem, including industry partners, government agencies, and military services.
ALA has a long tradition of being in the right place at the right time and serving as the focal point for partnership and representation in the military marketplace.
TechTextil North America
As North America’s premier event for technical textiles and nonwovens, Techtextil North America unites every segment of the industry—from research and innovation to sourcing, manufacturing, finishing, and recycling—empowering professionals to discover solutions, build partnerships, and stay ahead of what’s next.
When.
USACE Charleston & Savannah Districts Virtual Industry Day
Charleston and Savannah Districts are hosting a Virtual Industry Day on 20 August 2026 at 10:00AM!
Click on the link below to join the session:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://dod.teams.microsoft.us/meet/993673710320?p=TCJcr99wQsGUtw8F8p
Meeting ID: 993 673 710 320
Passcode: 7un7Qy3d
Dial in by phone
+1 503-207-9433,,592668394# United States, Beaverton
Phone conference ID: 592 668 394#
Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors
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.
Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors
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.
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.
People Side of Government Sales: Building Relationships, Connecting with Buyers (online)
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.
Federal Sales Cycle: Understanding The Government Timeline to Make a Sale
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.
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