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SUMMARY:NDIA 2025 Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference - Reston\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Operational & Industrial Impacts of the Technical Wheeled Vehicle Strategy \nThis event brings together leaders from the Department of Defense\, the military services\, industry\, prime contractors\, subcontractors\, suppliers\, and academia to address present and future tactical wheeled vehicle requirements.  The conference provides an atmosphere for open discussion between participants on the needs of the military users.  This conference is recognized industry-wide as the premier event focused on the tactical wheeled vehicle industry and its support to the Department of Defense and our nation’s warfighters.  The information and dialogue which will be presented is for all organizations which play a role in the design\, development\, innovation\, acquisition\, production\, delivery and sustainment of tactical wheeled vehicles to our government customers.  Interactive panel discussions and several networking events offer attendees access to OEMs and military leaders. \nKeynote Speaker: MG Michelle Donahue\, Commanding General\, Combined Arms Support Command\n \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-2025-tactical-wheeled-vehicles-conference-reston-va/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Reston\, 1800 Presidents St.\, Reston\, VA\, 20190
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:HHS Industry Summit - Bethesda\, MD
DESCRIPTION:This premier event connects each of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Operating Divisions/Staff Divisions (OpDivs) with industry stakeholders to Empower Excellence through Innovation and Partnerships. The HHS Industry Summit is a two-day hybrid conference offering both in-person and virtual participation options. Attendees can explore three specialized tracks – Training\, Innovation\, and Procurement – crafted to meet the diverse needs of healthcare professionals and industry leaders. \nAttendees can: \n\nConnect with HHS Operating Divisions\nEngage in Specialized Tracks\nVisit the Exhibit Pavilion Highlighting HHS OpDivs\nParticipate in Matchmaking Opportunities\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/hhs-industry-summit/
LOCATION:National Institute of Health (NIH) Natcher Conference Center\, 45 Center Dr.\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20894
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Health and Human Services":MAILTO:HHSA2S@strategixmanagement.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:NCMA Nexus - Long Beach\, CA
DESCRIPTION:NCMA is the neutral forum for real conversations across functions and across government and industry. Nexus is a carefully curated event to create an environment where multi-functional buyer and seller teams train side by side on our shared and pressing challenges for solutions for supply chain risk\, requirements planning\, cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence\, intellectual property\, small business\, sustainability\, and more. \nThis event will dive deep into executing beyond OFPP Myth-Busting\, forging future buyer-seller relationships\, and conducting market research that leads to real solutions. It’s about asking the right questions upfront\, removing unnecessary processes\, and translating tough conversations into actionable industry invitations on critical topics like data rights\, cybersecurity\, AI\, compliance\, and supply chain issues. Attendees will gain acquisition lifecycle skills\, whether they’re program managers defining needs\, sellers helping to refine requirements\, legal teams framing key questions\, or finance ensuring the right funding. Nexus drives culture change and leadership in acquisition\, offering a space where all functional areas to craft innovative solutions. In-person and virtual registration will be offered. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-nexus-long-beach-ca/
LOCATION:Long Beach Convention Center\, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241123
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:SAME 2024 Federal Small Business Conference for the A/E/C Industry - New Orleans\, LA
DESCRIPTION:Connect with a community of leading experts\, decision-makers\, solution providers\, business partners\, and federal contracting officers. There will be opportunities to connect with teaming partners\, compete in federal acquisition\, support the nation’s contracting goals. and engage in above-board networking between private companies and federal program managers and procurement/contracting officers \nAt SBC: \nSmall Businesses can… \n\nLearn from experienced companies in education sessions\nHear from and meet with government contracting officers about projects to compete for\nMeet with large companies that need subcontracting support\n\nLarge Businesses can… \n\nMeet with small business as potential subcontractors\nMentor small businesses through protégé agreements\nPosition as thought leaders and advocates for small businesses through exhibiting and presenting\n\nGovernment Agencies can… \n\nConduct market research of industry capacity to help set acquisition strategy\nDiscover innovations and trends from suppliers and providers\nConnect with and learn from other agencies on how they do business and work to increase standardization of processes among government for the benefit of industry and competition\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-2024-federal-small-business-conference-for-the-a-e-c-industry/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:WI Federal Contractor Forum (Washington\, D.C.)
DESCRIPTION:November 18 – 20\, 2024\n\n\nHosted by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Board of Directors\, in partnership with the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter \nThe annual Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (WFCF) presents a unique opportunity to build your government business network and gain insights into government priorities and future opportunities. The Forum’s briefings\, discussions\, and networking opportunities will facilitate your access to the industrial\, political\, federal\, and Department of Defense experts and insiders necessary for developing a strong strategic position in the government marketplace. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator Board of Directors invites you to join them at this special event. \nLocation: Washington\, D.C. \nCLICK HERE for registration \nAccommodations\nA room block for WFCF with special event rate has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill hotel. Those registering for the event should contact Michael Steger at MichaelS@wispro.org to request room block information. We encourage you to make reservations promptly to ensure availability. \nSchedule [Eastern Time]\n\n\n\n\nNovember 18\, 2024 \nhosted by Husch Blackwell \n1801 Pennsylvania Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\n\n\n\n1:30 PM\nWPI Board meeting [closed to members only]\n\n\n\n3:00 PM\nPost-election briefing presented by Husch Blackwell and discussion followed by reception and networking\n\n\n\n4:30 PM\nNetworking reception\n\n\n\n6:00 PM\nEnd of Day One\n\n\nNovember 19\, 2024 \nU.S. Capitol\, SVC 203-02\n\n\n\n8:30 AM –  5:00 PM\nPanels\, speakers – industry and agency representatives\n\n\nNovember 20\, 2024 \nlocation TBD\n\n\n\n8:00 AM – 12 NOON\nPanels\, Speakers – industry and agency representatives\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nHill Visits\n\n\n\n\nConfirmed Speakers and Supporting Organizations\n\n\n\nJoe Barto\, Founder and President of TMG\, Inc.\, Program Lead for the Defense Industrial Base Talent Pipeline Program — BIO\nShannon Jackson\, Executive Director (SES)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization\, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services — LinkedIn\nWinston Chang\, Global Public Sector CTO\, Snowflake — LinkedIn\nAngela Ambrose\, Vice President of Government Operations\, Oshkosh Corporation — BIO\nJustin Fanelli\, Acting CTO\, Department of the Navy — LinkedIn— BIO\nBrian Waagner\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nKyle J. Gilster\, Office Managing Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nCormac T. Connor\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nCortney O’Toole Morgan\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nJeff Shen\, President\, Red Team Consulting — LinkedIn\nDaniel Chenok\, Executive Director\, IBM Center for The Business of Government — LinkedIn\nTony Ambegaoker\, Chief Information Officer\, Gunnison Consulting Group\, Inc. — LinkedIn\nFarooq A. Mitha\, Director\, Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) — BIO\nKhalil Mack\, Deputy Director\, Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) and Director\, APEX Accelerators — BIO\nKatie Webb\, Executive Vice President – Public Health\, Tria Federal — LinkedIn\nAndrew Tulli\, Deputy Associate Administrator / Director\, Compliance & Goaling Division\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization — LinkedIn\nEd Silva\, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)\, Gunnison Consulting Group\, Inc. — LinkedIn\nSean Ketter\, Vice President-Global Procurement & Supply Chain\, Oshkosh Corporation — LinkedIn\nNathaniel Millsap\, Director-Security & Cyber\, Fincantieri Marinette Marine — LinkedIn\nDavid Zvenyach\, Principal\, TandemGov — LinkedIn\nBaly Ambegaoker\, CEO\, TIDL Federal — LinkedIn\nAina Vilumsons\, President / Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator — LinkedIn\nLiz DeBiase\, Small Business Partner Advocate\, ICF — LinkedIn\nTahir Awan\, Principal\, Tahir Awan Consulting — LinkedIn\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Aina Vilumsons\, WPI President – Executive Director at ainav@wispro.org with questions. \n– Presented in partnership with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the NDIA Great Lakes Chapter \n\n  \n\n \nWPI Board of Directors \n\nSean Ketter\, Oshkosh Corporation\nJean Marie Thiel\, Belonger Corporation\nTodd Bentley\, Bentley World-Packaging\nV. David Zvenyach\, TandemGov\nNathaniel Millsap\, Fincantieri Marinette Marine\nBaly Ambegaoker\, TIDL Federal\nBarb LaMue\, New North\nJames Schutt\, Schutt Industries\nJim Segelstrom\, McNally Industries\nPaul C. Darley\, WS Darley & Company\nMichael Ward\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)\nBrian Waagner\, Husch Blackwell\nSara Redford\, WPS Health Solutions\nAina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2024-11-18wk-wi-federal-contractor-forum-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115
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SUMMARY:DARPAConnect Albany Regional Pop-Up (Albany\, NY)
DESCRIPTION:With the goal of breaking down barriers to entry\, this event is designed to educate\, motivate\, and inspire new potential performers from small businesses\, industry\, and academia to engage with DARPA and contribute to growing the national security innovation ecosystem. This one-day event offers an opportunity to gain insights into DARPA through sessions led by DARPA office directors\, program managers\, and staff. Additionally\, participants will have the chance to ask questions and receive answers directly from DARPA leadership. \n*Only virtual option is available. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/darpaconnect-albany-regional-pop-up/
LOCATION:NY CREATES’ Albany NanoTech Complex (ANC)\, 257 Fuller Rd\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240712T201222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T211826Z
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SUMMARY:SAME LMP Luncheon: Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers – Managing the World’s Largest Freshwater Resource [Lake Forest\, IL]
DESCRIPTION:SAME members and non-members are welcome. \nThe Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers unites the chief executives from Illinois\, Indiana\, Michigan\, Minnesota\, New York\, Ohio\, Ontario\, Pennsylvania\, Québec and Wisconsin. The Governors and Premiers work as equal partners to grow the region’s nearly $8 trillion economy and protect the world’s largest system of surface fresh water. The Conference builds upon over 40 years of work by the Council of Great Lakes Governors to encourage and facilitate environmentally responsible economic development. \nDavid Naftzger\, Executive Director\, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers\, will present a general overview of the organization and current focus on projects related to Water Management and Protection and Restoration of the natural resources. \nAGENDA \n11:00 AM – Registration and Networking \n11:30 AM – Lunch \n12:00 PM – Guest Speaker \n1:00 PM – Close of Program \n\n\nSPEAKER \n \nDavid Naftzger\, Executive Director\, GSGP\nAs Executive Director\, Dave oversees all projects and programs managed by the GSGP on behalf of the member Governors and Premiers. \n\n\n\nAdditional information on the GSGP can be found on their website here: http://www.gsgp.org/. \n\n\n\n\nContact SAMELMP100@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/luncheon-same-lake-michigan-post-technical-presentation-lake-forest-il/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa\, 26225 North Riverwoods Boulevard\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME LMP":MAILTO:SAMELMP100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240828T140230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T140309Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Milwaukee Night in Washington D.C. - Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: \nMMAC President Dale Kooyenga\, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson & Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley \nThis event highlights the contributions of the Milwaukee Region to the economic strength and vitality of the nation. Milwaukee Night also provides an opportunity to thank the legislators\, staff members\, and administrators who help us achieve our goal of making the Milwaukee Region a world-class location. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/34th-annual-milwaukee-night-in-washington-d-c-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Union Station – East Hall\, Union Station Dr NE\, Washington D.C.\, 20002
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MMAC":MAILTO:info@mmac.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240206T020949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T201054Z
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SUMMARY:NGAUS 146th General Conference & Exhibition - Detroit\, MI
DESCRIPTION:The NGAUS General Conference is the Association’s annual business meeting. Army and Air National Guard officers from all 50 states\, three territories and the District of Columbia gather to network\, set their legislative agenda and hear from America’s civilian and military leaders. Family members\, industry representatives\, and local officials also attend. \nTheme: The National Guard: Built to Defend America. The theme makes a statement about who NGAUS is\, what they do\, and where they will gather to conduct the business of their association. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ngaus-146th-general-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Detroit\, MI\, Detroit\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240822
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20231219T222809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T222809Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event - San Diego\, CA
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event. Gold Coast provides a forum to educate\, guide\, and assist businesses\, large and small\, in support of the warfighter mission within the Department of the Navy and throughout the Department of Defense (DOD).  The event provides topics delivered by government and industry experts. There will be panels\, workshops and networking events. There are opportunities to meet government and industry contracting personnel through the one-on-one matchmaking sessions. On the exhibit floor\, there are opportunities to visit over 200 government agencies and industry organizations\, including the ten Navy Systems Commands.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-department-of-the-navy-gold-coast-small-business-procurement-event-2/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 W Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA San Diego":MAILTO:events@sandiegositepros.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240818
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240806T184515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T184611Z
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SUMMARY:USPTO Invention-Con 2024: Expanding Your Intellectual Property Potential - Alexandria\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your intellectual property (IP) knowledge and gain access to resources\, business experts\, and innovators? Then join the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) free\, flagship conference for inventors\, makers\, and entrepreneurs. Tailored for the independent inventor and entrepreneur community\, the event brings inspiration and resources directly to you. \n\nLearn how innovators\, inventors\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners use IP to achieve success\nDiscover resources available to assist at every stage of your journey\nConnect with experts who can help you develop a strategy for your innovation\, from idea to market\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/uspto-invention-con-2024-expanding-your-intellectual-property-potential-alexandria-va/
LOCATION:Madison Building\, Clara Barton Auditorium\, 600 Dulany St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240206T011539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T011539Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA 16th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update - Novi\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update provides the opportunity to personally network and share technical research. \nScientists and engineers from government\, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Michigan Chapter’s 16th Annual GVSETS & Modernization Update\, in coordination with The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD). \nNDIA is dedicated to enhancing warfighter capabilities and finding solutions for capability gaps which are growing in scope and complexity for current and future conflicts. The focus of the 2024 GVSETS is partnering with industry\, government\, and academia to explore technical areas that can support future formations and the digitization of the current and future Army. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-16th-annual-ground-vehicle-systems-engineering-technology-symposium-gvsets-modernization-update/
LOCATION:Novi Suburban Collection Showplace\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:GVSETS@NDIA-Mich.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240725
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:15th NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Annual Meeting - Itasca\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Topics will include contracting\, small business\, Midwest manufacturing\, innovation\, and more! \nSchedule for the Day: \n10:00 AM – Golf Outing [limited availability – Sales Close 3PM\, Friday July 19]\n3:30 PM – Small Business Exhibitors Setup\n4:00 PM – Reception and Exhibits (networking and hors d’oeuvres) \nExhibitor Opportunity \n∙ All individuals participating in exhibition must register in Eventbrite under General Attendance. \n∙ Each business applying as a Small Business Exhibitor must include 1 add-on indicating interest in Small Business Exhibitor status. \n∙ Additional details on exhibitor participation to be communicated upon application and registration. \n5:00 PM – Program Begins \nAGENDA\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Matthew Travis\, CEO\, Cyber-AB\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMr. Travis is the first chief executive officer of the Cyber Accreditation Body (the Cyber AB). Previously\, Travis served as the first deputy director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)\, the nation’s leading civilian cybersecurity agency. There he oversaw the day-to-day operations of the $2+ billion\, 2000+ employee organization across the full range of its mission in cybersecurity\, infrastructure protections and emergency communications. Prior to this position\, he was the deputy undersecretary for national protection (NPPD) within the Department of Homeland Security. \nBefore entering government service in 2018\, Travis served as vice president of homeland security for Cadmus\, a security\, energy\, and environmental professional services firm. He joined Cadmus when the security consultancy he co-founded\, Obsidian Analysis\, Inc.\, was acquired by Cadmus in 2016. \nA former naval officer\, Travis served as an engineering auxiliaries officer aboard the guided-missile frigate U.S.S. CARR (FFG 52). He then served a tour as White House Liaison to the Secretary of the Navy and was also a White House Military Aide. He is a 1991 graduate of the University of Notre Dame and holds a master’s in national security studies from Georgetown University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Kelly Callahan\, Integrated Supply Team Chief\nFire & Emergency Services Equipment\, DLA Troop Support\nKelly Callahan is an Integrated Supply Team Chief at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – Troop Support within the Construction and Equipment Supply Chain. In her current role\, she serves as Program Manager for the Fire and Emergency Services Equipment (FESE) Tailored Logistics Support Program. She also works closely alongside the Special Operations Equipment (SOE) Tailored Logistics Support Program. The FESE and SOE Tailored Logistics Support Programs enable customers worldwide to order commercial\, off-the-shelf part numbered items within the scope of the contracts.  Sales for these programs exceeded $6 Billion in Fiscal Year 2023 and are on track to surpass that for Fiscal Year 2024. \nKelly has 14 years of Government contract experience with DLA. Prior to supporting the FESE Program\, Kelly served as a Program Manager for the Wildland Fire Protection Program\, Contracting Officer for Class IV Division and as a Contract Specialist for Heavy Equipment Procurement Program. \nKelly is a proud graduate of Temple University and lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband and three children. \n\nGuest Speaker: Wayne Boline\, Director – Strategic Cyber Partnerships\, Raytheon Technologies (RTX)\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\nWayne Boline joined Raytheon at Missile Systems in Tucson\, AZ in 2003 as the Network Manager responsible for classified/unclassified networks and voice systems for the 10\,000+ member business. Before joining Raytheon\, he served nearly 23 years in the US Air Force in both enlisted and officer roles responsible for areas in Electronic Warfare\, Telecommunications\, Computer Crime Investigations\, and Communications-Computer Systems. In 2006 he transferred to the Raytheon Corporate IT Security organization in Texas and has held roles in Cybersecurity Incident Response and Cybersecurity Information Sharing and Collaboration. He was a Senior Manager with Raytheon Global Business Services (GBS) and led the Global Cyber Compliance Services (GCCS) team until April 2020 when he began leading the Enterprise Compliance group of the newly formed Raytheon Technologies (RTX)\, a merger of Raytheon and United Technologies. In Jan 2021 he took on the new role of leading Strategic Relationships in the Cyber Policy and Compliance group and in June was promoted to Director – Strategic Cyber Partnerships and reports to the RTX CISO. \nWayne served five years (2011-2016) as the Chairman of the Board of the Defense Security Information Exchange (DSIE) and is a current board member of Cyber AB and Chair on the Ethics Committee\, a current board member of the National Defense ISAC\, the RTX representative to the DOD Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Cybersecurity Program\, and Co-Chair of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) Cyber Security Committee. \nWayne holds the CISSP\, ISSMP\, and CCSP certifications\, a BS in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland and an MS in Network Security from Capitol Technology University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Nick Gross\, Senior Vice President\, Government Programs\, AAR\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nNicholas Gross is Senior Vice President of Integrated Solutions for AAR\, an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government customers worldwide. \nIn 2019\, Gross was appointed a corporate officer in addition to his current role as Senior Vice President of Integrated Solutions\, a business that manages commercial and government fleet management services and programs for customers around the world. \nGross joined AAR in March of 2016 as Vice President of Integrated Solutions – Government to oversee the development of custom solutions for government fleets worldwide\, including aviation supply chain and contractor logistics support (CLS).\nBefore joining AAR\, Gross spent over 16 years in international management\, strategic development and project execution\, including positions with Michael Baker International\, KS International and KBR\, Inc. \nGross is a U.S. Air Force veteran serving four years in the Civil Engineering Squadron with numerous international deployments. He holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management – Northwestern University and a BS in Business Administration from Troy University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Paul Darley\, Chairman\, CEO & President\, W.S. Darley & Co.\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul C. Darley is Chairman\, CEO & President of W.S. Darley & Co. In 1997\, he became President and COO and was appointed CEO in 2003. He was named Chairman in 2011. Under his leadership\, sales have increased over 5000% to over $625 million in 2021. He began in pump sales in 1985 and was named Vice President for the Fire Pump Division of Darley in 1990. \nFounded in 1908\, W.S. Darley & Co is a fourth-generation family business\, led by Paul and an executive team that has transformed this 114-year-old company into a world leader in the firefighting and defense industries. \nPaul is a graduate of St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago and he holds a BS Degree in Marketing and Finance from Marquette University.  He earned his MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. He recently earned a two-year graduate certificate from the University of Illinois in Emotional Intelligence. \n\n\nIn 2010\, W.S. Darley & Co was named the Loyola University Illinois Family Business of the Year and was recognized by Marquette University as Alumnus Family Business of Year in 2009.  He has numerous family business speaking engagements including “Resolving Sibling Conflict in Family Business” at the annual Family Business Magazine Conference and is a regular speaker at Northwestern on family business. In 2017\, Darley was named the Best Midsize Board in America ($250 – $350 M)\, by Board of Directors Magazine. \nPaul has traveled to 80 countries in his 35-year tenor and has made over 500 industry speaking engagements. He is involved with numerous charitable\, business and service organizations. He is a former Chairman of the Chicago Windy City Chapter of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and is currently a trustee for Dominican University. \nHe is the author of the book Sold! The Art of Relationship Sales.  The book highlights emotional intelligence and authentic leadership to sell more\, work your way up the corporate ladder…and what to do once you get there. \nHe is a Past President of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association (FAMA) after serving on its board for the past 5 years. He also served on the Board of Directors of Fire & Emergency Manufacturers & Services Association (FEMSA) for seven years. Paul Darley currently serves on the Board of the National Defense Industry Association (NDIA) for the Great Lakes Chapter. \nPaul is married to his high school sweetheart for 36 years and together they raised three daughters in Elmhurst\, IL. \n\nGuest Speaker: Nick Cucci\, NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Board President\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nNick Cucci is the managing director of Playmaker\, a fractional CXO for accelerated innovation and business growth. Nick works with forward-thinking executives to solve marketing problems\, develop products\, and drive profits. Nick is an advisor to several companies including Hatch Defense\, serves as President of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter Board of Directors\, and a member of the Innovative Executives League. Nick supports the National Multiple Sclerosis Society\, USA Hockey\, Special Operations Forces (SOF) community\, Frontier Mission Network (FMN)\, and the Midwest startup ecosystem. Nick holds a Bachelor’s degree and MBA from Roosevelt University with highest honors. \n\nGuest Speaker: Scott Singer\, CEO\, CyberNINES\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nCAPT\, USN (retired) Scott Singer brings 30 years of military experience in both active duty and reserve rolls along with many years of industry experience.  Scott co-founded CyberNINES and serves as the Chief Executive Officer.  Most recently Scott was at PaR Systems\, where he was Chief Information Officer since 2010.  At PaR\, Scott had responsibility for information systems\, global quality\, export control\, security\, and continuous process improvement. Previously\, Scott spent 16 years with Medtronic in various leadership positions including the European Infrastructure Manager\, the Vascular division CIO\, and the head of global security.  Scott has extensive experience with regulatory frameworks and government contracting including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)\, HIPAA\, medical device (ISO 13485)\, and cybersecurity (ISO 27001\, NIST)\, aerospace (AS9100) and nuclear (NQA-1). \nScott is the past board chair for the Minnesota Technology Association (MnTech)\, past President of the University of Wisconsin\, Madison NROTC Alumni Association\, and current board member of InfraGard.  In June 2021\, he testified before Congress on the costs to small business to comply with the DoDs Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).  He currently chairs the C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) Stakeholder Forum (C3PAOForum.org). \nScott has an MBA in Information Systems from the University of Minnesota\, Carlson School of Management\, and BS is Meteorology from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.  He also has a certification in Joint Professional Military Education from The Naval War College. \nFor the DoD cybersecurity ecosystem\, Scott is a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)\, Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)\, and CMMC Provisional Instructor (PI).  CyberNINES is an Authorized C3PAO. \n\nGuest Speaker: Todd Streicher\, President and Co-Founder\, CyberNINES\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nTodd Streicher\, Co-founder and President of CyberNINES\, also founded the technology company 5NINES in 2001; a successful internet\, managed services\, colocation\, and hosting company providing services to over 250 companies. \nHe was instrumental in creating 5NINES cybersecurity program in 2017 that offered NIST 800-171 assessments to companies in Wisconsin who are members of the Wisconsin Manufacturer’s Extension Partnership. \nPrior to 5NINES\, Todd served as a service management expert for the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Compuware Corporation and Telephone & Data Systems\, and Philips Electronics in the Netherlands. With more than 30 years of experience in the IT sector\, he has worked with businesses of all sizes. \nTodd is a founding member of the State of Wisconsin’s Cyber Strategy and Planning Work Group (WCSPWG) that addresses Wisconsin’s critical public and private infrastructure cybersecurity. He is also a board member of WisconsinEye\, a non-profit\, private public affairs cable network\, Wisconsin Aerospace Partners which supports organizations engaged with the aerospace industry\, and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/15th-ndia-great-lakes-chapter-annual-meeting-itasca-il-2/
LOCATION:W.S. Darley & Co.\, 1051 Palmer St\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240725
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:NCMA World Congress 2024 (Seattle\, WA)
DESCRIPTION:Location and Address: Seattle Convention Center Arch Building\n705 Pike Street\nSeattle\, WA 98101-2310 \nNational Contract Management Association (NCMA) is hosting the World Congress training event for contract management\, procurement\, and acquisition professionals.  NCMA World Congress 2024 is the place to expand the reach of your key messages\, enhance important relationships\, and grow. \nAdditional information will be provided closer to the event date.  Visit the NCMA website for the most up-to-date information.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-world-congress-2024/
LOCATION:Seattle Convention Center\, 705 Pike St.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NCMA":MAILTO:meetings@ncmahq.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240625T145446Z
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SUMMARY:AFRL Small Business Hub - Decoding the Air Force Budget Process: A Guide for Small Business (Dayton\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:As a small business operating in the DoD market sector\, government representatives may say they can’t buy a product or service until funds are “POM-ed.” When asking follow-up questions\, the idea of the Planning\, Programming\, and Budgeting & Expectation (PPBE) process arises\, operating in support of the President’s Budget (PB) submission. What is this process and how does it work? For this collider\, the Air Force Materiel Command’s (AFMC’s) resident expert on the POM and PPBE process\, Ms. Kristen O’Sullivan\, Chief\, Strategic Plans and Programs\, HQ AFMC will be on-hand to define and explain these processes as well as answer questions. This collider will explain how the DoD/Air Force budgeting process works. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/decoding-the-air-force-budget-process-a-guide-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Wrights Brothers Institute\, 444 E. Second St.\, Dayton\, Ohio\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240201T223036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T134554Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA 15th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium (Moline\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:The IA-IL Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the 15th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium on May 21st and 22nd 2024 at Vibrant Arena in Moline\, IL to give Defense Contractors working in our region valuable resources and opportunities in this field. \nRecent world events have exposed challenges to the U.S. Industrial Base and Supply Chain while we are challenged to conduct secure communications and Mission Command even in the Homeland. A key to sustaining overmatch and building readiness is to innovate at the speed of need. Come listen to how the Army is innovating and exploiting emerging technologies to sustain the OIB\, Supply Chain and Mission Command on the digital battlefield through data-driven decisions and investments that enable us and our allies to sustain an advantage in Multidomain Operations. \nThe conference will bring in Defense Experts to examine the recent current events throughout our world and how our Defense Department will sustain and grow the U.S. Industry Base\, Supply Chain\, and Mission Command. \nTOPIC HIGHLIGHTS:\n\nTechnological Advancements in Warfare:T\nModernizing Military Training and Readiness\nStrategic Resource Allocation and Defense Budgeting\nEnhancing Cybersecurity and Information Warfare Strategies\nFuture Combat Scenarios and Tactical Innovations\nAdapting to New Threat Landscapes\nPublic-Private Partnerships in Defense Innovation\n\nBy attending\, you will be receiving the latest information on topics in government contracting and Army Doctrine\, as well as the chance to interact with key government and industry experts. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-15th-annual-midwest-government-contracting-symposium/
LOCATION:Vibrant Arena at The Mark\, 1201 River Dr.\, Moline\, 61265
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Iowa/Illinois Chapter":MAILTO:admin@ndia-ia-il.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240411T162320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T162320Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. NRL Innovation Day for Industry - Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this event is to inform industry and to assess interest in a focused set of emerging technologies that are ready for collaboration with industry partners to advance system-level technologies. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) scientists and engineers\, to learn about previous NRL-industry potential success stories\, to tour the laboratory facilities\, and to meet with technology transfer and contracting office representatives. \nThe NRL Innovation Day for Industry will provide a venue for NRL to discuss potential future opportunities and exchange ideas on the following topics: \nSpace science and technologies \n\nLunar Surface Science\nOptical Ground Terminal\nOptical Communications Terminal\n\nNaval systems technologies\n\nSoftware Toolset Prototyping for High Assurance Software Development\nSoftware Toolset Modernization for High Assurance Software Development\nHF Radar Transponders\nHF Radar Digital Exciters\n HF Radar Digital Receivers\nRadar Target Signature Software Life-Cycle Maintenance\nTactical Decision Aid Software Life-Cycle Maintenance\n\nBiotechnology\, energy and materials technologies\n\nBiotechnology for Biomanufacturing\nFuel Cell Separator Plate\nPreferential Removal of Carbon Monoxide in Hydrogen Feedstreams Using Aerogel Catalysts\nRobotic Multiaxial Material Testing Systems\nAdvanced Strain Measurement Technology\n\nOptical and laser technologies\n\nPulsed Laser Systems and Related Technologies to Support Directed Energy\nNon-mechanical Optical Beam Steering\nAntireflective Surface Structures for Glass Optics\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/u-s-nrl-innovation-day-for-industry-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:U.S. Naval Research Laboratory\, 4555 Overlook Ave\, SW Washington\, DC\, 20375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Naval Research Laboratory":MAILTO:nrlinnovationday@us.navy.mil
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240206T010245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T010245Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA Cyber Physical Systems Security Summit - Troy\, MI
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 NDIA Michigan Cyber-Physical Systems Security Summit will provide insights into challenges\, programs\, innovations\, and opportunities to increase the cyber resilience of our military and critical assets for both national defense and homeland security. At this summit\, you will hear from U.S. military and government leadership and interact with government and defense industry decision-makers\, the military and civilian red teams\, hackers\, researchers\, and strategists informing their decisions. \nAttendees\, Speakers\, and interactive presentations will focus on cybersecurity for: \n\nIn-vehicle Cybersecurity\nSatellite Communications\nSupply Chain Cybersecurity: IIoT/Advanced Manufacturing\nCritical Infrastructure: Power/Energy\, Water\, Oil/Gas\n\nTheme: Securing Everything\, Everywhere\, All at Once \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-cyber-physical-systems-security-summit/
LOCATION:Troy Marriott\, 200 W. Big Beaver Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:cybersecurity@ndia-mich.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20231219T214352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T194628Z
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SUMMARY:SAME JETC 2024—Operation: Collaboration (Kissimmee\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) is hosting the Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo (JETC).  JETC is the premier annual event to bring uniformed engineers\, government civilians\, industry leaders\, young professionals\, innovators\, partners\, subject matter experts\, and more for Operation: Collaboration. \n\nAttendees can expect to: \n\nEnrich your career through education and training\nEngage with others to develop relationships and build trust\nAdvance technical skills and capabilities of industry and warfighters\nStrengthen the engineering profession in support of national security
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sames-jetc-2024-operation-collaboration/
LOCATION:Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center\, 201 Waterfront St\, National Harbor\, MD\, 20745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
GEO:38.781918;-77.017245
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240425T160217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T160356Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA Manufacturing Division Meeting (Washington D.C.)
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Division continues to focus on establishing NDIA as a resource that addresses challenges of the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) related to: \n\nSupply Chain Resiliency\nWorkforce Development\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nResearch and Engineering\nFuture Technology\n\nThe event includes briefings and fireside chats with OSD\, DoD\, and Industry leadership.  The conversations will provide the insight\, direction\, and networking opportunities your manufacturing organization needs to develop effective business pursuits.  For DoD and OSD attendees\, industry participation will provide perspectives on challenges and possibilities. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-manufacturing-division-meeting-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Holland & Knight\, 800 17th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA":MAILTO:apeters@NDIA.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240313T213353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T164043Z
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Huntington Small Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Location and Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington\n1001 3rd Avenue\nHuntington\, WV 25701 \nHighlights include: \n-Huntington District Overview\n-Networking with Corps Senior Leaders\n-General Sessions (Command Briefing\, Appalachian Regional Commission\, Bluestone Dam Mega Project)\n-Exhibit Hall\n-Opportunities to earn PDH credits\n-Contracting with the Huntington District\, USACE\n-Project information from Project Delivery Teams\n-Focus on Veteran-Owned Small Businesses\n-APEX Accelerators\, Small Business Administration Reps \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/11th-annual-huntington-small-business-conference/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton Huntington\, 1001 3rd Avenue\, Huntington\, WV\, 25701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240206T005412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T005412Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA Michigan Defense Expo
DESCRIPTION:The event brings together representatives from TACOM (U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command)\, Program Executive Office for Combat Support and Combat Service Support\, Program Executive Office for Ground Combat Systems\, Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal\, Ground Vehicle Systems Center\, Next Generation Combat Vehicle-Cross Functional Team and other organizations\, along with key players in the defense industry. \nMDEX is an event for anyone interested in the defense industry. The event will have a mix of networking\, educational briefings\, and support for small businesses and women in defense. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-michigan-defense-expo/
LOCATION:Macomb Community College Expo Center\, 14500 Twelve Mile Rd\, Warren\, MI\, 48088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:GVSETS@NDIA-Mich.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240308T232203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T232203Z
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SUMMARY:DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference & Exhibition - Columbus\, OH
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Supply Chain Alliance Conference & Exhibition is hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency’s Land\, Maritime and Aviation Class IX supply chains to provide a forum to discuss logistics support strategies and challenges\, and to streamline efforts to better support the Warfighter. \nThe forum draws together government and industry leaders to discuss sustainment aspects of the National Military Strategy and the Defense Department’s first-ever National Defense Industrial Strategy. Speakers from Industry and Defense with backgrounds in logistics and acquisition\, as well as General and Flag Officers from the military services will provide perspectives across elements of the end-to-end DOD supply chain along with breakout sessions that will give insight on doing business with DLA. \n2024 theme: Adapting Today’s Sustainment Partnerships to Support Tomorrow’s Integrated Deterrence \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dla-supply-chain-alliance-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Greater Columbus Convention Center\, 400 North High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defense Logistics Agency":MAILTO:FASupplierOps@dla.mil
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240302T021731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T021731Z
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SUMMARY:SADBOC - The 25th Annual SADBOC PROCUREMENT FAIR (Brooklyn Center\, MN)
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses interested in doing business with government agencies and prime contractors are encouraged to attend. \nCoupling education with marketing strategies\, this event will: \n• Provide businesses an opportunity to meet with representatives on the trade floor from more than 60 federal\, state and local government agencies\, large prime contractors\, and nonprofit organizations\n• Learn about various nuances of the government marketplace through 21 workshop options in 4 tracks centered around pathways to becoming a successful government contractor \nMatchmaking \nSmall Businesses will also have the opportunity to get paired with an agency and/or prime contractor representative interested in their particular product/service during the Matchmaking segment (by appointment only). For an opportunity to get matched – watch for Matchmaking signup beginning March 25th. \nMatchmaking will close April 5th\, 2024. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sadboc-the-25th-annual-sadboc-procurement-fair/
LOCATION:Earle Brown Heritage Center\, 6155 Earle Brown Drive\, Brooklyn Center\, MN\, 55430\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District - Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District will be having their Industry Day “2024 Open House” on 4th of April 2024.  RSVP are requested by 1st of April 2024 to confirm attendance. \nR.S.V.P. here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/usace-chicago-district-corps-of-engineers-open-house-chicago-il/
LOCATION:Chicago District Office\, 231 S LaSalle St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240404
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
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SUMMARY:2024 SAME Rock Island Post Small Business Industry Day (Davenport\, IA)
DESCRIPTION:Come join the 2024 Rock Island Small Business Industry Day in the Quad Cities. As in years past\, the Post will also offer a social/networking event the night before the conference on Tuesday April 2nd\, 2024. There will be one-on-ones available on Tuesday afternoon before the social/networking event. Additional information on the one-on-one opportunities and how to sign-up will come at a later date. Both events will be held at the River Center in Davenport\, Iowa. \nRegister now for this opportunity to showcase your business’ capabilities and hear from speakers representing the private and public sectors discussing best practices and upcoming USACE projects. The event will include briefings from Rock Island District staff and opportunities to meet one-on-one with Government representatives and other businesses. This event is open to all businesses\, small and large who are interested in doing business with the federal government. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2024-same-rock-island-post-small-business-industry-day-davenport-ia/
LOCATION:River Center/Adler Theatre\, 136 East 3rd St.\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME Rock Island Post":MAILTO:lrozumalski@freshwatereng.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240302T013354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T163735Z
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SUMMARY:SADBOC - Getting the Most Out of SADBOC (Wayzata\, MN)
DESCRIPTION:Location and Address: Cargill Inc.\n15407 McGinty Road W\nWayzata MN 55391 \nThis workshop will help prepare small businesses for the Federal Executive Board of Minnesota’s Small Disadvantaged Business Opportunities Council (SADBOC) Fair. Small businesses can be overwhelmed and may not know where to begin at the SADBOC Government Procurement Fair. In this workshop\, businesses will learn strategies that will get the maximum return on attending and participating at the SADBOC fair. At this workshop you can develop your capability statement as well as receive tips for SADBOC. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sadboc-getting-the-most-out-of-sadboc/
LOCATION:Cargill\, 15407 McGinty Road W\, Wayzata\, WI\, 55391\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240206T012903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T012903Z
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SUMMARY:AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition
DESCRIPTION:SCOPE: The Army will transform to become a fighting force with a lower signature and lethality that is sustainable in a contested environment. \nGetting our Soldiers what they need to fight anywhere in the world and deliver critical requirements to the Combatant Command. \nOBJECTIVE: Create opportunities for the Army\, academia\, and defense industry leaders to meet and discuss topics of mutual interest to ensure highly trained\, modern and ready the Army that operates from ground to space with sufficient\, credible combat power to reassure our allies and partners and win our nation’s wars. \nTheme: Continuous Transformation to Deliver Ready Combat Formations. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ausa-global-force-symposium-exposition/
LOCATION:Von Braun Convention Center\, 700 Monroe Street SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240328
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240103T022522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T022522Z
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SUMMARY:2024 SAME Capital Week
DESCRIPTION:Open exclusively to SAME members\, this opportunity will help you in planning your company’s acquisition strategy. Hear about the government’s upcoming engineering\, design\, construction\, and environmental programs during the FY2025 DOD & Federal Agency Programs Briefings. \nNetwork with senior leaders and meet directly with contracting representatives\, flag and general officers\, and other decision-makers from the engineering components of the military services and several federal agencies. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2024-same-capital-week/
LOCATION:Bethesda North Mariott Hotel & Conference Center\, 5701 Marinelli Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240320
DTSTAMP:20260416T021651
CREATED:20240131T034315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T034315Z
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SUMMARY:IL Apex Accelerator Government Contracting Summit
DESCRIPTION:This First Annual Government Contracting Summit is a networking and training event for small business owners and interested parties to learn how to “WIN” government contracts. \nThis year’s theme\, “Get the WIN” is for small businesses seeking to perform services and sell products to the federal\, state and municipal government within Illinois. During this summit\, there will be breakout training sessions and exhibitor networking opportunities that focus on skill areas needed to improve your business’s chance of winning contracts or expanding existing contracts with the government customer. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/il-apex-accelerator-government-contracting-summit/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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