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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Intellectual Property for Government Contractors & Subcontractors & the STTR/SBIR Stakeholder
DESCRIPTION:When doing business with the Federal Government\, you (the contractor) may encounter situations where the government is entitled to receive intellectual property rights. The scope of government rights in a contractor’s intellectual property depends primarily on the type of intellectual property at issue\, specifically\, whether the intellectual property is a patent or patentable intellectual property\, copyrighted material\, or rights in technical data or computer software. \nSmall businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR programs encounter those different types of IP and should have a good understanding of the rights to which the government may be entitled. For small businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR program it is important to understand Intellectual Property (IP) ‐ Patents\, Trade Secrets\, Trademarks\, and Copyrights. \nCompanies should not shy away from business opportunities with the government out of fear they will lose valuable intellectual property rights. However\, it is critical that a company seeking to do business with the government\, either as a prime or subcontractor\, understands its intellectual property rights. \nThis webinar will help you understand the many differences in property rights and help you ensure that you are only providing the government with what is strictly necessary. \nSpeakers: \n\nLaura Grebe\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-intellectual-property-for-government-contractors-subcontractors-the-sttr-sbir-stakeholder/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T140000
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CREATED:20210115T020646Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for businesses to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of these programs\, application processes\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, and MMSD).\n\nUPDATE: The U.S. SBA has ended self-certification of Woman Owned Small Businesses and\, as of October 15\, 2020\, self-certification is no longer an option. \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nKim Garber\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-woman-owned-businesses-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20201231T032219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T032219Z
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SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Clauses in Federal Construction Services
DESCRIPTION:The federal government spends billions of  dollars on construction each year. This webinar will explain\, in easy to understand terms\, the FAR regulations and clauses related to bonding and alternate payment protections\, the Davis Bacon Act\, the Changes clause\, the Suspension of Work Clause\, Differing Site Conditions\, Brand Name or Equal Specifications\, Certified Cost or Pricing data and Audits. Join us for an up close analysis of the FAR clauses related to these topics and gain a better understanding on the rights and responsibilities of both parties in a federal construction contracting. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-clauses-in-federal-construction-services/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210114T235843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T235843Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Veterans’ Small Business Certifications – Federal and State
DESCRIPTION:Government contracting offers tremendous financial opportunities for Wisconsin’s veteran-owned small businesses\, but it can be difficult to compete in the marketplace. SBA and its local resource network help set veteran entrepreneurs up for success no matter where they are in their government contracting journey. \nWPI is hosting the SBA and the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to present on federal and state certifications available for veterans and how these certifications can lead to new customers and new business. \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-veterans-small-business-certifications-federal-and-state-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T093000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210309T023234Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity for Current and Prospective DOD Contractors
DESCRIPTION:Companies currently conducting business with the Department of Defense\, and those which would like to have DOD as a customer\, need to know about and comply with DOD cybersecurity requirements. Companies must be aware both that there are requirements in place today and that there are pending changes to these requirements that will soon be the norm for primes\, subcontractors and suppliers. This webinar will provide an overview of the current requirements\, of reference documents and actions that businesses need to take\, and information required for businesses to satisfy these requirements. Additionally\, this session will review DOD’s Cyber Security Maturity Model (CMMC)\, the current timeline for implementation\, levels of certification\, applicability\, and essential actions that will be required and reviewed during certification. \n  \nPresenter: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is presented by Northeast Wisconsin Technical College\, Door County Economic Development Corporation\, and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cybersecurity-for-current-and-prospective-dod-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Makovec":MAILTO:stevem@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T143000
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CREATED:20201231T032419Z
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UID:10002447-1618407000-1618410600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Regulations for Procurement of Architect Engineer Services
DESCRIPTION:The federal process for procurement of Architect Engineer (A/E) Services is unique and fully understanding this unique process is key to getting federal AE contracts. This webinar will provide a comprehensive\, up close analysis of the A/E procurement processes specified in FAR 36.6\, including both the normal AE procurement process and the Simplified Streamlined AE procurement process. In addition\, attendees will learn about the 6% statutory Fee limitation for A/E contracts\, the special FAR clauses used in A/E contracts\, and about how the federal government uses A/E IDIQ contracts. Whether you are an experienced federal A/E contractor or an AE firm that is new to federal contracts\, this presentation will provide valuable information and insights into federal AE contracting. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-regulations-for-procurement-of-architect-engineer-services/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210121T014831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T014831Z
UID:10002469-1618570800-1618574400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Your Cyber Plan Cannot Be Static - Here's Why!
DESCRIPTION:Every day brings both old and new cyber threats. Is that email legitimate? How about the link? – should I click it? Additionally\, there are new devices\, new settings\, and even new staff. Each and every change brings some probability of risk which in the worst case can shut down a company. This webinar will review why trusting last year’s\, last month’s or even last week’s cyber plan may be overly optimistic and will provide suggestions for staying abreast of changes and threats in this ever-evolving cyber-world. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-your-cyber-plan-cannot-be-static-heres-why/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210121T020203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T020203Z
UID:10002473-1618923600-1618927200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Minority Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Minority owned business can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. \nIt is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\n\nSpeakers: \n\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nMadalena Maestri\, DBE Program Chief\, Office of Business Opportunity & Equity Compliance Division of Transportation System Development\, WisDOT\nBenjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-minority-owned-businesses-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210202T011345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T011345Z
UID:10002074-1619006400-1619010000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Learning about the Surety Bond Guarantee from the U.S. SBA
DESCRIPTION:Failure to provide required contract bonds can result in an offeror being excluded from competition or a contractor being terminated for default! \nRequired contract bonds often include Bid Bonds\, Performance Bonds\, and Payment Bonds. The Federal Government will require that offerors provide Bid Bonds for any contract that requires Performance and Payment Bonds. Performance and Payment Bonds are generally required for federal construction contracts that exceed $150\,000. In addition\, Payment Bonds may be needed for federal construction contracts between $35\,000 and $150\,000. \nUnfortunately\, small businesses sometimes have a difficult time qualifying for\, and obtaining\, such bonds in the standard marketplace. Join us in this webinar and learn about the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Surety Bond Guarantee Program and how the SBA can help you obtain the needed contract bonds at reasonable prices\, terms\, and conditions. \nSpeakers: \n\nTamara Murray\, Underwriting Marketing Specialist\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Office of Surety Guarantees\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-learning-about-the-surety-bond-guarantee-from-the-u-s-sba-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T181555
CREATED:20210121T015338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T015338Z
UID:10002471-1619780400-1619784000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Testing and Strengthening Your Cyber-Defenses Using Exercises
DESCRIPTION:Having a plan is one thing\, trusting that it is adequate may be optimistic\, and waiting to see if it works against an attack is not acceptable. There are many alternatives from which a company can choose. Internal testing and using exercise scenarios is one option. This webinar will explore the use of scenario planning (using exercises) to review the strengths\, weaknesses\, overall readiness\, and completeness of cybersecurity plans as well as provide suggestions on how to identify and develop their own scenarios. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-testing-and-strengthening-your-cyber-defenses-using-exercises/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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