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SUMMARY:Introduction to Intellectual Property for Industry
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to share the Office of Industrial Base Growth’s Fall 2026 Industry Training Series\, a lineup of free virtual training sessions designed to help businesses build their knowledge\, strengthen their readiness\, and more effectively navigate the defense marketplace. \nThe DoW Office of Industrial Base Growth (IBG) offers live training sessions and on-demand webinars to help businesses and acquisition professionals better understand IBG programs\, resources\, and requirements for competing in the defense marketplace and strengthening the defense industrial base. \nTraining topics include LYNX\, Intellectual Property\, the Mentor-Protégé Program\, Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI)\, SBIR/STTR\, Project Spectrum (cybersecurity)\, APEX Accelerators\, and more. \nExplore upcoming live training opportunities below or access recorded webinars anytime through our On-Demand Training library. Registration is required for live sessions\, and space may be limited. \nTo learn more\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/introduction-to-intellectual-property-for-industry-2026-09-02/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of War Office of Industrial Base Growth (IBG)":MAILTO:osd.business.defense@mail.mil
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
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SUMMARY:DLA Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations\, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)\, the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings\, and how to use Invoicing\, Receipt\, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get paid. There are also many other relevant topics of discussion. This session is free and is being held at DLA Land and Maritime in Columbus\, Ohio. \nWhen: \nJanuary-13/14 \nMarch-10/11 \nMay 12/13 (In-Person) \nJuly 7 \nSeptember 15 \nNovember 17 \nNote: The May and November sessions are in-person only\, all others are held virtually. All of these seminars are two days. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: Meeting Registration – Zoom \nFor more information\, click here. \nTo view a list of events in this series\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dla-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar-2026-09-15_16/
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:20260916T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T141419Z
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Fusion Energy Supply Chain Forum
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nUnique program for operating companies with capabilities to supply the fast-growing fusion energy industry \n\n\n\nThe first grid-scale fusion power plants are expected to be operational in the early 2030s and the global fusion energy market is predicted to grow to $1 trillion by 2050. As the industry transitions from academic lab research to commercial scaling\, now is the time to strategize an entry point and avoid being locked out by early movers. This program is open to operating companies that are supplying or interested in supplying the fusion industry. The interactive agenda includes: \nIndustry Info: FusionX Group. FusionX tracks the commercialization\, financing\, and industrial scaling of nuclear fusion across the globe. Through research\, global industry connections\, and international conferences\, this organization has its finger on the pulse of the industry. Hear about industry funding\, the cost and potential for fusion power\, current and future bottlenecks and more. Matthew Perks\, Executive Director\, FusionX Group. \nFusion at Work: SHINE Technologies. One of the oldest and most established companies in the global fusion industry\, SHINE is backed by $1.4B of investments and this year received a conditional commitment of up to $263M from the Department of Energy to complete construction of its Chrysalis facility\, which uses fusion-driven systems to produce a vital medical isotope. We’ll discuss SHINE’s procurement process\, current and future supply chain needs\, sourcing priorities\, pain points\, and more. Ross Radel\, Chief Technology Officer and John Schaefer\, Senior Buyer. \nSupplier Stories: Hear from several operating companies about their experiences supplying the fusion industry and get valuable information about product and regulatory requirements\, necessary certifications and more. Patrick McGowan\, Owner\, Curvilinear Components\, LLC. Emily Ondras\, Global Supply Chain Manager\, Kurt J. Lesker Co. \nModerators: Kyle Crum\, President\, Infinity EDM and Machining; Aina Vilumsons\, President\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute. \nPartner Lab: The Helically Symmetric eXperiment (HSX) stellarator routinely achieves electron temperatures above 2 keV\, making it the world’s highest-performing quasi-symmetric stellarator. Hear from the researcher in charge of this experiment about the components it needs to operate and opportunities to partner with his lab. Benedikt Geiger\, Associate Professor\, Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics\, University of Wisconsin-Madison. \nUnless otherwise noted\, chats will be moderated by Kathleen Gallagher\, Pulitzer Prize winner; 5 Lakes Institute Executive Director. \nYou’ll also enjoy small group networking sessions. \n\n\n\nTo learn more\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/great-lakes-fusion-energy-supply-chain-forum/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="5 Lakes Institute":MAILTO:kathleen@5lakesinstitute.org
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DTSTAMP:20260819T210553Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Mentor-Protege Program for Industry
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to share the Office of Industrial Base Growth’s Fall 2026 Industry Training Series\, a lineup of free virtual training sessions designed to help businesses build their knowledge\, strengthen their readiness\, and more effectively navigate the defense marketplace. \nThe DoW Office of Industrial Base Growth (IBG) offers live training sessions and on-demand webinars to help businesses and acquisition professionals better understand IBG programs\, resources\, and requirements for competing in the defense marketplace and strengthening the defense industrial base. \nTraining topics include LYNX\, Intellectual Property\, the Mentor-Protégé Program\, Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI)\, SBIR/STTR\, Project Spectrum (cybersecurity)\, APEX Accelerators\, and more. \nExplore upcoming live training opportunities below or access recorded webinars anytime through our On-Demand Training library. Registration is required for live sessions\, and space may be limited. \nTo learn more\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/introduction-to-the-mentor-protege-program-for-industry-2026-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of War Office of Industrial Base Growth (IBG)":MAILTO:osd.business.defense@mail.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T120000
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Update on Government Certifications at Milwaukee-Area Local Agencies
DESCRIPTION:This Acquisition Hour webinar will provide small businesses with important updates and a practical introduction to local government certification programs used by Milwaukee-area public agencies. Guest speakers from local government agencies will discuss recent and upcoming changes to their certification programs\, how those programs work\, who may qualify\, what businesses should know before applying\, and how certification can support vendor outreach\, procurement visibility\, and competitive positioning in the local government marketplace.  \nAttendees will learn how local certifications differ from federal and state programs\, what documentation and eligibility factors are commonly reviewed\, and what changes may affect new applicants\, renewing firms\, and businesses seeking to use certification as part of a broader strategy to identify opportunities\, connect with buyers\, and pursue prime and subcontracting work with local public entities.  \n Speakers: \n\nJose Galvan\, Supplier Development Specialist\, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)\nJoe Oby\, Contract Compliance Specialist\, Dane County Civil Rights Department / DBE UCP\nDontreal Teague\, Department of Compliance & Engagement\, City of Milwaukee\nTruphosa Mwololo\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\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-update-on-gov-certifications-milwaukee-area-2026-09-21/
CATEGORIES:In State,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:20260922T120000
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SUMMARY:DARPA Documentation &  Decision Support Sprint  (D2-Sprint) Virtual Industry Day DARPA-SN-26-118
DESCRIPTION:The Biological Technologies Office (BTO) of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host an Industry Day for potential competitors in the DARPA Documentation and Decision Support Sprint (D2). The Industry Day will be held on Tuesday September 22\, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM virtually. Advance registration is required. Note: all times listed in this announcement and on the registration website are Eastern Standard Time. \nThe Industry Day goals include:\n1. Introduce the DARPA D2 vision and goals to the research community;\n2. Encourage and promote teaming arrangements among organizations that have the relevant expertise\, research facilities\, and capabilities for executing research and development responsive to the program goals. \nThe Industry Day will include brief overview presentations by government personnel as well as an information session to respond to questions from participants.\nParticipation in this virtual event is not a requirement for qualification as a competitor. Information relayed during the Industry Day will be made available at: \nhttps://www.darpa.mil/research/challenges/D2 \nTo view contract opportunity post in SAM.GOV\, click here. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/darpa-documentation-decision-support-sprint-d2-sprint-virtual-industry-day-darpa-sn-26-118/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260826T202709Z
CREATED:20260826T202709Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Thursday: CMMC Emergency Review – An Update After DOD’s RFI
DESCRIPTION:On July 13\, the Department of War suspended CMMC Phase II and stood up a Reform Task Force. Its RFI asked industry what compliance actually costs and what should replace third-party assessments. Comments closed August 14. This session covers where the Task Force landed and what it means for contractors already partway through a Level 2 effort. We will also cover what remains fully in force: Phase 1 self-assessments\, DFARS 252.204-7012\, NIST SP 800-171\, SPRS scores\, and annual affirmations. Bring your questions and learn what this all means to you. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\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-cmmc-emergency-review-2026-09-24/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Frost":MAILTO:MattF@WisPro.org
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