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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Update on Government Certifications at Milwaukee-Area Local Agencies
DESCRIPTION:This Acquisition Hour webinar will provide small businesses with important updates and a practical introduction to local government certification programs used by Milwaukee-area public agencies. Guest speakers from local government agencies will discuss recent and upcoming changes to their certification programs\, how those programs work\, who may qualify\, what businesses should know before applying\, and how certification can support vendor outreach\, procurement visibility\, and competitive positioning in the local government marketplace.  \nAttendees will learn how local certifications differ from federal and state programs\, what documentation and eligibility factors are commonly reviewed\, and what changes may affect new applicants\, renewing firms\, and businesses seeking to use certification as part of a broader strategy to identify opportunities\, connect with buyers\, and pursue prime and subcontracting work with local public entities.  \n Speakers: \n\nJose Galvan\, Supplier Development Specialist\, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)\nJoe Oby\, Contract Compliance Specialist\, Dane County Civil Rights Department / DBE UCP\nDontreal Teague\, Department of Compliance & Engagement\, City of Milwaukee\nTruphosa Mwololo\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-update-on-gov-certifications-milwaukee-area-2026-09-21/
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CATEGORIES:In State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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