Wisconsin Procurement Institute

WEM - 2024 Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on Emergency Management and Homeland Security (Lake Geneva, WI)
2024-03-13 - 2024-03-15 | Grand Geneva, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147, United States
The conference offers multiple tracks designed to help attendees explore how different aspects of emergency management and homeland security intersect. Whether you come from communications, public health, the private sector, emergency response, or homeland security, the 2024 conference strives to help attendees gain skills to disentangle complex situations during an emergency.
The agenda features presentations highlighting the following tracks:

Interoperable Communications and Technology
Critical Infrastructure and Private Sector
All-Hazards Response and Recovery
Public Health and Community Resilience
Managing Cyber and Physical Threats
Emerging Trends

Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) will be presenting Wisconsin Certified Emergency Manager certificates during the conference to those who have achieved this important milestone in their training.
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St. Croix EDC's Good Morning! Business Education and Networking Event
2024-03-13 07:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | United States
The Federal Government buys products and services – including but not limited to military vehicles, tree planting services, office furniture, plumbing services, facility maintenance, and IT support. Sales have been to a broad range of agencies from the US Forest Service, USDA, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense and many more. The State of Wisconsin and local governments also purchase a wide range of goods and services. In addition, there are opportunities to subcontract to government prime contractors. This session is designed as an introduction to the government market for small businesses who are considering or new to the government market.
Topics and Speakers:

Enhancing Employee Value Perception – Alicia Schwartz, Consultant | JA Counter, Alera Group
Behavior Recognition and Response – Dave Skinner | CEO & Founder | NTS Security Services
Selling to the Government – Is there an opportunity for your small business? – Benjamin Blanc CFCM, Government Contract Specialist | Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There will be a focus on three key objectives: optimizing compensation and rewards, fueling career growth, and cultivating an inclusive culture. The event is open to businesses of all sizes and there is no cost to attend.
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Envision University - Wisconsin Procurement Institute: Government Contracting
2024-03-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Envision Greater Fond du Lac, 23 S Main St Ste 101, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
This session is designed as an introduction to the government market for small businesses who are considering or new to the government market.
What you will learn:

How to determine if your business is “government ready”
Small and diverse business programs
Locating opportunities – as a prime or subcontractor
Where you can get help – at no cost

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Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce 2024 Business Expo
2024-03-20 12:00 - 18:30 | Oshkosh Convention Center, 2 North Main Street, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Business Expo goes on for one day every year at the Oshkosh Convention Center. Over 100 businesses set up booths and offer a way to make connections, learn more about area businesses’ products, services, and upcoming job openings. Several activities are offered by exhibitors for attendees throughout the day.
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Monroe County Economic Development & Tourism Spring Conference
2024-03-21 - 2024-03-22 | Cranberry Country Lodge, 319 Wittig Rd, Tomah, WI, 54660, United States
Discover the latest trends, strategies, and opportunities in economic development and tourism as industry experts share their insights through presentations and workshops. Network with professionals, exchange ideas, and forge connections. Gain knowledge, learn from success stories, and explore innovative approaches to boost economic growth and tourism in Monroe County.
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7th Latino Economic Unsummit: Growing Your Business With Us - Racine
2024-03-22 08:00 - 13:00 | Delta Hotel Racine, 7111 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, 53406
Topics:
Scaling Your Business Track
-Financing to Buy Commercial Real Estate
-Recruiting & Retaining Talent after the Great Resignation
-Leveraging Digital Marketing & Social Media to Grow Your Business
Starting Your Business Track
-Financing Your Business Idea
-Hiring Your First Employee
-Getting Your Business Certified
Panelists will be contributing their expertise and insights to the event and represent a spectrum of professions, including seasoned bankers, human resources professionals, and government officials. Each panelist brings a different perspective and knowledge to the table for engaging discussions and takeaways.
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NWSCDC MKE Business Apex Sessions
2024-03-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Rise and Grind Cafe, 2737 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Milwaukee, WI, 53212, United States
Northwest Side Community Development Corporation (NWSCDC), in partnership with Milwaukee’s North East Business Improvement Districts, is launching the MKE Business Apex Sessions. The first session will be hosted by the Historic King Drive BID at Rise and Grind Cafe. The presenter will be Brandon Polachowski, and this session will focus on Staff Retention.
Topic: Staff Retention
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Northwestern Mutual's North Office Building Modernization Project
2024-03-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Schlitz Park, 1555 North RiverCenter Drive, Milwaukee, 53212, United States
Join us for an information session about the construction of Northwestern Mutual’s North Office Building Modernization Project. During the session, the project team will present the program overview, upcoming bid release, the procurement process, and the economic inclusion requirements on the project.
Schedule:
Check-in/Registration/Networking: 2:30 pm CT
Information Session: 3:00 – 3:45 pm CT
Networking: 3:45 – 4:30 pm CT
Bid Packages Include:

05D – Misc. Metals – Interiors
06C – Carpentry – Interiors
06D – Architectural Millwork (supply only) – Interiors
08F – Interior Glass and Film System
08G – Doors, Frames, and Hardware (supply only) – Interiors
09I – Framing and Drywall – Interiors
09J – Hard Tile – Interiors
09K – Acoustical Ceilings – Interiors
09L – Soft Flooring – Interiors
09M – Paint and Wallcovering – Interiors
10H – Signage – Interiors
10J – Specialties Supply – Interiors
11B – Food Services
22B – Plumbing – Interiors
23C – HVAC – Interiors
26B – Electrical – Interiors
27A – Telecommunications – Interiors (network and data)
27B – Audio Visual – Interiors (AV)
27C – DAS – Interiors (Cellular DAS)
28A – Security – Interiors (Access control/cameras)

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