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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Marketing Your Business to the Military
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin businesses who are local to military bases have a unique opportunity to do business with these installations. Join us to explore marketing techniques\, including: \n\nEnhancing your online marketing presence\nHow to leverage useful industry affiliations and certifications\nDoing business with Wisconsin’s military bases and DLA\nPlanning ahead for annual networking events\nMaking a good impression at in-person meetings: what to bring\, what to say\n\nSpeakers: \n\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator\n\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-your-business-to-the-military-2025-06-11/
CATEGORIES:In State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Competition for Government Work "Why Aren't You Picking Me?"
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. \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-2025-06-17/
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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SUMMARY:DLA Casting and Forging Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is a course that teaches vendors the castings and forgings process and method and discuss the common mistakes that cause material issues. This session is free. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dla-casting-forging-webinar-6-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defense Logistics Agency":MAILTO:FASupplierOps@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T123000
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DTSTAMP:20260419T131955
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T165217Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Manufacturing in Wisconsin: Insights on What's Good and What's Concerning Manufacturers in Our State
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. \nSpeakers: \n\nBuckley Brinkman\, Executive Director/CEO\, Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity LINKEDIN\nMarc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nFor the list of Federal Market Insights webinar\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-market-insights-2025-06-24/
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:20250625T120000
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How to Analyze Federal Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:You’ve found a posted solicitation in SAM.gov that might be a good fit for your business. What should you do next? How should I read through all these documents?  WPI will explore classic analysis techniques such as: \n\nForming a working team within your company to analyze requirements\nIdentifying mandatory requirements to match your capabilities\nBreaking down the main solicitation document and its attachments\nWhen and how to ask questions of the contracting office\nTeam member delegations and inputs for a decision to make an offer\nWhen to walk away: the business case\n\nSpeakers: \n\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator\n\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-how-to-analyze-federal-solicitations-2025-06-25/
CATEGORIES:In State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:Finding the Right Resources to Get Your Business Ready for Procurement (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes promptly at 2:45 PM\, Central Time on the day of the event. \nThis session is part of a series of quarterly events that support Wisconsin businesses in accessing procurement opportunities and the resources needed to succeed. \nProgram collaborators include: \n\nCity of Madison – Department of Civil Rights\nCity of Madison – Office of Business Resources\nDane County\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration – Supplier Diversity Program\nWisconsin Procurement Institute\nLatino Academy of Workforce Development\nUW Madison School of Business – Small Business Development Center\nWisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation\nSummit Credit Union\nForward Community Investments\, Inc.\n\nThis event is designed for both emerging entrepreneurs and seasoned small business owners. It’s a chance to share best practices\, connect with others doing great work in this space\, and equip attendees with practical tools and insights.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/finding-the-right-resources-to-get-your-business-ready-for-procurement/
CATEGORIES:In State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Supplier Diversity":MAILTO:SupplierDiversity@wi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T110000
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SUMMARY:Cyber Thursday: FAR 52.204-21: The Forgotten Baseline of Federal Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Often overshadowed by more complex frameworks\, FAR 52.204-21 remains the essential foundation for safeguarding federal contract information. We will be breaking down its 15 basic safeguarding requirements and explaining how it connects to broader compliance efforts like NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC. Attendees will gain practical insights into why FAR 52.204-21 matters\, how to assess compliance\, and what steps to take to align their organization with federal expectations. Whether you’re new to federal contracting or refining your cybersecurity posture\, this session provides the clarity needed to strengthen your security baseline. \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-thursday-baseline-of-federal-cybersecurity-2025-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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