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SUMMARY:12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 3: Introduction and FAR Parts 5-12
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar\, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 3: Introduction and FAR Parts 5-12.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. \nThe FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl Zahn\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nTo view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/12th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-1-introduction-and-far-part-16-2025-03-11/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Marketing Materials for One-on-One Buyer Meetings: Capabilities Statements and other Collateral
DESCRIPTION:Opportunities are coming up for small businesses to meet with Government Agencies and their Prime Contractors. To take full advantage of these opportunities\, you must do your homework and be prepared. In preparation for one-on-one buyer meetings\, a business must: \n\nDo their market research on the buyers / primes\nDetermine how the company brings value to the government buyer or prime contractor\nHave a business card\nA well prepared and focused capabilities statement\, and other marketing collateral\nA website\n\nJoin Jack Laufenberg from WPI for a discussion on how to prepare for one-on-one buyer meetings. If you are planning to attend In-person / Virtual local buyer meetings and would like individualized assistance in preparing for your meetings\, contact WPI at 414-270-3600 or apexaccelerator@wispro.org. \nSpeaker: Jack Laufenberg\, Special Projects Coordinator and Small Business Advisor\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-marketing-materials-for-one-on-one-buyer-meetings-capabilities-statements-and-other-collateral/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250203T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T221136Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Federal Certifications: Beyond Titles to Strategic Value
DESCRIPTION:FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session\, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week\, delve into key topics\, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by\, settle in and take-in the conversation. \nFederal certifications matter and federal certifications can change the trajectory of a business. The strategic use of certifications requires more than just using the title and adding it to your capability statement. This episode will review federal certifications and how to create value both for you and your customer. \nPresented by Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the list of Federal Market Insights webinar\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-market-insights-starting-your-federal-contracting-journey-registering-in-sam-2025-03-07/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20241119T201835Z
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SUMMARY:12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 4: Introduction and FAR Parts 13-18
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar\, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 4: Introduction and FAR Parts 13-18.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. \nThe FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl Zahn\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nTo view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/12th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-1-introduction-and-far-part-16-2025-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250203T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T221210Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Market Insights [FMI]: The Language of Government Contracting: Why Definitions Matter
DESCRIPTION:FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session\, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week\, delve into key topics\, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by\, settle in and take-in the conversation. \nGovernment contracting runs on not just general definitions but precise definitions. This episode will be one of many which identifies key terms and their definitions and provides general background as to how to apply these terms and why it matters. \nPresented by Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Philip G. Bail\, Jr.\, CPCM\, Fellow\, Owner of Phil Bail & Associates. \nFor the list of Federal Market Insights webinar\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-market-insights-starting-your-federal-contracting-journey-registering-in-sam-2025-03-14/
CATEGORIES:In State,Podcast,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
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SUMMARY:12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 5: Introduction and FAR Parts 19-29
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar\, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 5: Introduction and FAR Parts 19-29.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. \nThe FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl Zahn\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nTo view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/12th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-1-introduction-and-far-part-16-2025-03-25/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250131T145046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T165950Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Navigating AI: Practical Tips for Federal Contractors
DESCRIPTION:Have you wanted to experiment with AI but don’t know how or where to start? This webinar will provide that starting point – the prompt. Prompts drive the results\, and of course good prompts are required to drive great results. It will provide you with concrete examples of how Federal Contractors can use AI for a variety of tasks. AI can assist with many tasks such as market research\, general research\, proposal development\, correspondence development and review\, idea generation and even creating posts for Twitter and LinkedIn. These tools are here and have become an integral part of daily business activities. Register and let’s get started! \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-navigating-ai-practical-tips-for-federal-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250203T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T221239Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Federal Information Security: Programs Every Contractor Should Know
DESCRIPTION:FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session\, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week\, delve into key topics\, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by\, settle in and take-in the conversation. \nWe handle our social security number\, bank account information and other information with care. We have passwords\, shred sensitive information at home and are wary of strangers who ask personnel questions. These ideas also apply to working with federal information. Federal information needs to be secure and protected. The episode will review several of the key information security programs applicable to federal contractors. \nPresented by Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the list of Federal Market Insights webinar\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-market-insights-starting-your-federal-contracting-journey-registering-in-sam-2025-03-21/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20241119T201835Z
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SUMMARY:12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 6: Introduction and FAR Parts 30-33
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar\, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 6: Introduction and FAR Parts 30-33.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. \nThe FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl Zahn\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nJason Rathsack\, Senior Contract Specialist\, Defense Contract Management Agency\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nTo view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/12th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-1-introduction-and-far-part-16-2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250109T144536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T144536Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Is a GSA Schedule Right for Your Business?
DESCRIPTION:Billions are Sold Through Schedule Contracts.  The GSA Schedule\, also known as Federal Supply Schedule\, and Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)\, is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial companies that provide access to millions of commercial products and services. Join us as we look at what a GSA Schedule is\, how it works and how it could expand your Federal sales. \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-is-a-gsa-schedule-right-for-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T180841
CREATED:20250106T212716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T135859Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: CMMC:  Federal Cybersecurity Requirements – Who Must Comply?
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a comprehensive guide to understanding and meet federal reporting requirements under CMMC and DFARS regulations. Attendees will learn what constitutes a reportable cybersecurity incident\, how to submit reports through the DIBNet Portal\, and the importance of maintaining logs and incident response plans. The webinar also will cover timelines\, penalties for non-compliance\, and best practices for ensure a quick and effective response to security incidents. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Thursday webinars\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-cmmc-are-you-ready-for-a-c3pao-assessment-2025-03-28/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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