WI Lieutenant Governor’s 2025 Small Business Academy (in-Person)

Additional information on the 2025 Small Business Academy, as well as highlights from past Small Business Academies, is available at the main page for the event. SCHEDULE Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - Virtual - 8:00 AM- 12 NOON Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Virtual - 8:00 AM- 12 NOON Thursday, May 8, 2025 - Virtual […]

ESGR Breakfast with Leaders

Wisconsin Club 900 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI

The Wisconsin Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Region 2 will be hosting the annual Breakfast with Leaders on May 12, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM at the Wisconsin Club (900 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233). Special Guest Speakers Brigadier General Matthew P. Beilfuss, Deputy Adjutant General for Civil Support, Wisconsin National […]

Winning Government Business: Navigating Compliance Risks to Drive Strategic Advantage [Milwaukee, WI]

Winning Government Business: Navigating Compliance Risks to Drive Strategic Advantage May 14, 2025 // Milwaukee, WI // 7:30am-7:00pm ADDITIONAL INFORMATION at the NDIA Great Lakes Chapter webpage REGISTRATION OPEN In an era of escalating regulatory demands, the path to securing government business is fraught with compliance challenges that can threaten even the most established organizations. […]

11th Annual DOD Contract Management Update [in-person – Milwaukee, WI]

Brookfield Conference Center 325 S Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI, United States

ONSITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILBLE DURING THE EVENT. Pre-registration is now closed. Doing business with the Department of Defense presents great opportunities but also complex challenges. In order to be successful, the Defense Industrial Base must keep current with ever changing regulatory requirements, industry trends, and DoD priorities. Whether you're a current or prospective DoD […]

Marketing to NASA: Strategies for Small Business Success

As NASA continues to innovate in the space exploration, scientific, and research industries, small businesses will be critical to its success. Small business owners know the ins and outs of their company like the back of their hand. Some who are just starting a business, might feel totally lost. Knowing where to turn for advice […]

Indigenous Business Group Wisconsin Contractor Connection – Networking Event Series – Hayward, WI

Flat Creek Lodge 10290 Highway 27 South, Hayward, WI, United States

Wisconsin Contractor Connection is a networking event by the Indigenous Business Group designed to connect contractors and businesses across Wisconsin with public and private sector opportunities. Bringing together professionals from construction, trades, consulting, media, infrastructure, energy, engineering, and environmental industries, this event fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and business growth. Attendees will engage in networking, hear from […]

Acquisition Hour: Certification Programs for Women and Veteran Owned Businesses

Securing government contracts and subcontracts is not easy. As a Woman Owned Small Business, a Veteran Owned Small Business, or a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, you may gain preference when competing for contracts with the State of Wisconsin and Federal government agencies. This webinar will focus on the various woman or veteran owned […]

Federal Contracting & Cybersecurity: What Manufacturers Need to Know (Manitowoc, WI)

Progress Lakeshore 202 N 8th St Ste 101, Manitowoc, WI, United States

As opportunities in Department of Defense and Federal Government contracting continue to grow, so do the requirements for businesses—especially manufacturers in the supply chain—to meet rigid cybersecurity standards. This session is designed to help you understand foundational elements of federal government and DOD cybersecurity requirements, including NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC. Whether you're new to […]

I&E Club – Government Contracting by WPI

Target Bluff German Haus 208 US 12, Camp Douglas, WI

Open to the public. Attend to learn more about government contracting from speaker Marie Spilmon, Small Business Advisor, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – Wisconsin APEX Accelerator. For more information, click here.