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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Understanding the Cloud
DESCRIPTION:The term Cloud has almost become synonymous with the terms computer or internet. On one level\, all the term cloud means is storing data on someone else’s computer. When that is done\, their security capabilities and weaknesses also become yours. The real question is\, why should a company move to the cloud and\, if they do\, what type of cloud should be used? After all\, there are public clouds\, private clouds\, community clouds\, and hybrid clouds to be considered. In addition to these deployment models\, there are service models and various characteristics that should also be considered. Lastly\, and especially for DOD contractors\, understanding the provider’s security capabilities and whether the Cloud Provider’s security offerings satisfy customer security requirements is just one of many questions that need to be asked. This is of paramount importance. Additionally\, cloud users will need to determine what security measures will be provided by the cloud service and which measures will be the responsibility of the company and therefore will need to be configured\, monitored and managed by the company. This webinar will explore these essential elements of cloud computing as well as considerations that should be analyzed when exploring a move to the cloud. \n  \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-understanding-the-cloud/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210923T220605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T220605Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Preparing to Meet with a Government Buyer – The Elevator Pitch
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\, a business must have done their market research on the buyer / prime\, determine the value or solution that their business can provide to the buyer / prime\, have prepared a capabilities statement\, and have prepared an ELEVATOR PITCH. \nIn this session we will focus on the ELEVATOR PITCH. An elevator pitch is a short presentation that explains your business in less than a minute. This type of pitch is designed as a quick introduction to your business explaining who you are\, what you do and how your business stands out among other contractors. \nJoin Kim Garber and Mark Dennis from WPI for a discussion on how to prepare a GREAT PITCH. If you are Marketplace Wisconsin and would like assistance in preparing for meetings at this event\, contact Kim Garber at kimg@wispro.org. \n  \nSpeakers: \n\nKim Garber\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-preparing-to-meet-with-a-government-buyer-the-elevator-pitch/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210914T213639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T213639Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the City of Madison\, Waukesha County and Walworth County Government Markets - Webinar Plus Buyer Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments. Please join us and learn about how to do business with the City of Madison\, Walworth County and Waukesha County. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI the day prior to the event. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. WPI can help you prepare for these virtual meetings. For questions or help regarding meetings\, please e-mail Michael Steger at Michaels@wispro.org. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\nPresenters:\n\nPresenters: \n\nBrittany Garcia\, Buyer 2\, City of Madison\nVanessa Mann\, Senior Buyer\, Walworth County\nCatherine Martin\, Senior Buyer\, Waukesha County\nKim Garber\, Manager\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-the-city-of-madison-waukesha-county-and-walworth-county-government-markets-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Conference,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:20211029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20211014T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T200340Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Understanding Zero Trust
DESCRIPTION:Who is logged into your network or using a company resource? You can tell which User IDs and Passwords are being used but who – which person – is using them? Is it the assigned user\, a colleague who borrowed the credentials\, a team member of a shared account\, or did someone obtain the credentials illicitly. There is only one correct answer – “the assigned user.” This webinar will explore the ideas behind a Zero Trust Security paradigm and how these principles can assist companies to better protect their assets by not just providing access to information based upon the entry of a User ID and password\, but by instituting a paradigm that requires validation to ensure that only the authorized user of those credentials is using them. \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-understanding-zero-trust/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210910T205843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T205843Z
UID:10002605-1634122800-1634126400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Is a GSA Schedule Right for Your Business?
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhat we will cover: \n\nRequirements\, Research\, Assessment\nWhat does it take to obtain a GSA Schedule?\nGSA Schedule Market Research\nHow do I get started\nOverview of GSA Schedules\nTips to market your Schedule\nTips for selling products on Schedule\nHow can I put my products or service on a Schedule without a direct GSA contract\nGSA websites\n\nSpeaker: Steve Makovec\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-is-a-gsa-schedule-right-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210827T185131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T185131Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Small Business Certification Programs for Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) /8(A) - and Businesses Located In Historically Underutilized Areas - HUBZone
DESCRIPTION:1)  The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in designated urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. The HUBZone program qualifies your business to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. HUBZone-certified businesses also receives a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions. A business must be certified by the U.S. SBA to qualify for this program\, and must be registered in SAM prior to submission of the certification documentation.  Currently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a potential opportunity for your business. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nHUBZone certification requirements\nBenefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification\nHUBZone certification costs and terms\nProcess and cost of renewing your HUBZone certification\n\n2)  Businesses that are considered Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) due to social and economic disadvantage may qualify for certification under the 8(a) program. This presentation is recommended for any small business that may qualify as socially and economically disadvantaged\, and wants to take advantage of the benefits of the 8(a) program.  While there is no goal for the 8(a) program\, the SBA supports a goal of 5% set aside for SDB. The 8(a) program is not a minority business program\, but has many benefits that include preference in contracting such as set aside or sole source contracts\, preferential teaming agreements and focused business development training. \nDuring the presentation we will discuss: \n\nWhat is SDB?\nEligibility Criteria\nThe Application Process\nProgram Benefits\nWhat is expected from an 8(a) participant\n\nPresenters: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-federal-small-business-certification-programs-for-small-disadvantaged-businesses-sdb-8a-and-businesses-located-in-historically-underutilized-areas-hubzoneone/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210827T184503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T184503Z
UID:10002603-1633438800-1633442400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Small Business Certification Programs for Veteran and Woman Owned Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:In this session we will discuss important FEDERAL SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS for VETERAN and WOMAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES: \nSecuring government contracts and subcontracts is not easy. As a Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or as a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB / EDWOSB) you may gain preference when competing for contracts with Federal government agencies and I some cases\, their primes. \nThis webinar will focus on the Federal Veteran owned and Woman owned business certifications and the basics of qualifying and applying. \nIn this webinar\, businesses will learn more about certifications offered by the: \n\nVets First Verification Program (CVE) – for veteran and service disabled veteran owned firms looking to do business with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (and FAA)\nU.S. SBA Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Programs (SDVOSB) – for firms working with Federal agencies other than the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs\nU.S. SBA Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) for firms working with Federal Agencies\n\nPresenters: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-federal-small-business-certification-programs-for-veteran-and-woman-owned-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210913T193019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T193019Z
UID:10002606-1633086000-1633089600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Disaster Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Today’s storm – fire\, tornado\, flood\, or hurricane – could be tomorrow’s disaster. Within the role of federal response there are significant differences between the occurrence of an event that causes damage to a large geographic area and that event being declared a disaster. Understanding the process\, historical needs and what is necessary to be ready to respond as a contractor are essential to those companies interested in assisting with federal disaster response efforts. This webinar will review the essential regulations\, information resources and historical data that are involved and can be used by companies interested in providing either products or services. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-disaster-contracting/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210825T221657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T221657Z
UID:10002601-1632920400-1632924000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: ESRS Individual Subcontractor Reporting (ISR) Basics
DESCRIPTION:The eSRS ISR report collects prime contractor and subcontractor subcontract award data for a specific Federal Government agency when a Prime/Subcontractor \n(a) holds one or more contracts over $700\,000 (over $1\,500\,000 for construction of a public facility); and \n(b) is required to report subcontracts awarded to Small Business (SB)\, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\, HUBZone Small Business (HUBZone SB)\, Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)\, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\, Alaskan Native Corporations (ANC) and Indian Tribes concerns under a subcontracting plan with the Federal Government. \nThis webinar will provide: \n\nThe basics of submitting an ISR\nThe basics of filing a Summary with the electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS)\nAssistance to first time Small Business Liaison Officers (SBLO)\nA refresher for newer SBLOs\n\n  \nSpeaker: Kim Garber – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-esrs-individual-subcontractor-reporting-isr-basics-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210824T202124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T202124Z
UID:10002599-1632834000-1632837600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Preparing a Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:A Sources Sought notice is a market research tool that Contracting Officers use to determine the availability of specific capabilities in the marketplace. Sources Sought are also used to determine if there are enough qualified small businesses (including small business program certified) able to perform to support setting aside the specific requirement for limited competition. These Sources Sought are posted in beta.SAM.gov and provide businesses a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement/ opportunity. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss the development of a targeted Capabilities Statement to support business development and marketing to Government agencies and Prime Contractors. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought and/ or the development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to the successful presentation of your capacity and capabilities to Government agencies and their Primes  – especially in our current dynamic contracting environment. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nWhat are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information ((RFIs)\nLocating SSNs and RFIs\nPreparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs\nHow to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement\n\nSpeakers \n\nCarol Murphy\, Government Contract Specialist\, WPI\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, WPI\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-responding-to-sources-sought-request-and-preparing-a-capabilities-statement/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210804T010822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T010822Z
UID:10002587-1631606400-1631615400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Great Lakes Dredge and Dock (GLDD) Small Business Webinar - Focus on Cybersecurity Requirements
DESCRIPTION:8:00am-10:30am Central | 9:00am-11:30am Eastern \nNorma Alberts will provide a presentation overviewing Great Lakes Dredge and Dock’s (GLDD) potential needs on projects and SBA informational resources. GLDD’s specific project needs include: \n\nTugboat and towing services\nEndangered species observers\nDiesel fuel (#2 low sulfur-marine diesel)\nSafety products\nRental equipment\nWelding machining\nRental apartments\nMarine hardware and supply\n\nSpecial Guest Speaker\, Marc Violante with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n\nMarc’s presentation will be on an overview of Current Cybersecurity requirements and how they related to the CMMC program\nThe program will include a Question and Answer segment\n\nTo register or to request additional Information: \nE-mail Norma J. Alberts\, Small Business Plan Administrator/ SBLO\, at njalberts@gldd.com. \nClick Here to view the event flyer. \nClick Here to view the GLDD supplier registration form. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gldd-small-business-webinar-focus-on-cybersecurity-requirements/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norma J. Alberts%2C GLDD":MAILTO:njalberts@gldd.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210630T014206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014206Z
UID:10002143-1630580400-1630584000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: Computer Security Incidents
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \nPreparing for and responding to Computer Security Incidents with a focus on contract compliance \nYour computer is down – the network is down – now what? Hopefully\, you have paper copies of all needed plans\, policies\, response contracts and phone numbers. If not\, the issue may just have become more involved. Companies might say “it will never happen to me” but unfortunately\, most likely it will. This webinar will help DoD contractors to put requirements of DFARS 252.204-7012 into perspective and identify action items. It will allow participants to take a step back\, observe common issues and understand how to initiate planning for the worst case. This webinar will provide an overview of the common steps – preparation\, detection\, handling an incident and coordination and information sharing used in developing response plans. \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-computer-security-incidents/
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:20210826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210630T014127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014127Z
UID:10002141-1629975600-1629979200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: NIST's Tips and Tactics for Ransomware Protection
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \nApplying NIST’s Tips and Tactics for Ransomware protection for both primes and subcontractors \nDiscover the practical steps that can be used to combat Ransomware. Ransomware has become a major threat to all businesses. An unintended mouse click can wreak havoc. There is no outrunning it. In a blink\, it will devastate your network. Both computers and the network become effectively useless. This webinar will review NIST’s Tips and Tactics for protection against Ransomware. \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-nists-tips-and-tactics-for-ransomware-protection/
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:20210817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210619T005439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210619T005439Z
UID:10002560-1629205200-1629208800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Overview of CPARS
DESCRIPTION:Past Performance may impact future contract awards. \nAs a Federal Contractor it is critical for you to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now one of the most important selection criteria in Government contracting. It is critical for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings for timeliness and accuracy. Contractors should be aware that there may be an opportunity to modify results with the assessing official and possibly shape the performance evaluation. \nUnderstanding the process and management of the CPARS process may be critical to you winning the next contract you are bidding. \nThis webinar will provide insights into: \n\nWhat is CPARS\nWhat contracts are reported by CPARS\nThe CPARS process\nHow to maximize your past performance rating\n\nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-overview-of-cpars-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T114500
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210427T234543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T234543Z
UID:10002521-1629194400-1629200700@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:A Roadmap to Developing Successful Teams and Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page. The networking session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and have discussions with the panel members – a valuable opportunity** \nPartnering With Purpose Series: \nView speaker bios by clicking HERE. \nThe Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15\, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities\, capacity\, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs. \nThis session will offer a roadmap that will help guide you on developing your own teaming and partnership arrangements. We will explore types of contract opportunities\, methods of developing relationships\, performing due diligence\, and various levels of formality. \nSchedule of events: \n10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator\n10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion\, complete with Q&A\n11:10 – 11:15am Break\n11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Session\, hosted by Jessie Leonard\, Associate Director\, WBDC \nPanelists and Presenters: \nPanelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios): \n\nAnisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family\nEric Ness – Wisconsin District Director – U.S. SBA\nAdonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC\nJean Marie Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.\nPeter Coffaro – Deputy Director\, Community Outreach and Business Engagement – MMSD\nTim Connelly – Government Contract Attorney – Tim Connelly Law PLLC\nYvette N. Stevens\, P.E.\, PMP – Vice President – Gilbane Building Company\nKaren Goldner – Managing Director\, Established Business Services – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nJessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nAina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nREGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link\, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking. \nFor more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/a-roadmap-to-developing-successful-teams-and-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210626T004439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210626T004439Z
UID:10002136-1628683200-1628686800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Federal Spend to the End
DESCRIPTION:July 1st marks the start of the Federal Government’s buying season as they Spend to the End of the Fiscal year. Now is the time to learn about this unique time of year\, explore the market and start your preparations. Federal procurement will likely continue to be vibrant and will offer opportunities for those who are prepared and who are ready to respond to opportunities and perform when selected. Be prepared. Don’t be left behind as the Federal Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-federal-spend-to-the-end/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210630T014050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014050Z
UID:10002139-1628161200-1628164800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: NIST's Cybersecurity Framework and the FAR/DFARS
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \nInvestigate NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework and how it applies to FAR & DFARS requirements \nTake the information that you learned in our Fundamentals session\, dig deeper into the framework and see how you can  apply these concepts to your business and protecting both company and customer information. The framework is designed to be robust and applicable to all companies and can be beneficial in providing a proven process to use when tackling both old and evolving cyber-issues. This webinar will explore how this model can be beneficial in complying not only with current cyber requirements but also in preparing for requirements related to CMMC. \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-nists-cybersecurity-framework-and-the-far-dfars/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210630T014002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014002Z
UID:10002138-1627556400-1627560000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \n Learn about the Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors \nGain an understanding of the all-important fundamentals of cyber-security that are necessary for federal contractors to understand\, implement and actively utilize. Create the foundation to better understand DFARS 252.204-7012 and FAR 52.204-21. This webinar will review how to identify and manage risk\, apply a five step framework to help safeguard your information and what it means to “work safely and securely.” \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\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-fundamentals-of-cyber-security-for-federal-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Summer-Cyber-Reboot.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210513T001135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T001135Z
UID:10002528-1626868800-1626872400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Government Property Management for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
DESCRIPTION:The Federal government supplies billions of dollars worth of Government-furnished property (GFP) to contractors for use in performing contracts. As a contractor for the Federal Government or a subcontractor to a prime contractor\, you may receive government property. Managing this property is a contractual obligation. \nThere are costs associated with government property management that must be considered by a prime or a subcontractor. An unfavorable assessment of a contractor’s Property Management System may result in financial penalties. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nGovernment Property clauses\nHow to apply the clauses\nWhat tools/ processes must be in place before you are able to receive government property\n\nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-government-property-management-for-federal-contractors-and-subcontractors-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T114500
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210428T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T190144Z
UID:10002523-1626775200-1626781500@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Challenges in Developing Successful Business Teams and Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page. The networking session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and have discussions with the panel members – a valuable opportunity** \nPartnering With Purpose Series: \nView speaker bios by clicking HERE. \nThe Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15\, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities\, capacity\, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs. \nThis session will focus on challenges and risk mitigation\, offer legal insights into teaming approaches and agreements\, and locating good partners or team members. \nSchedule of events: \n10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator\n10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion\, complete with Q&A\n11:10 – 11:15am Break\n11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Sessions\, hosted by Jessie Leonard\, Associate Director\, WBDC and Aina Vilumsons\, CEO\, WPI – during this session you will be able to continue the discussion with the speakers and other attendees \nPanelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios): \n\nAnisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family\nShane Mahaffy – Lead Business Opportunity Specialist – U.S. SBA\nAdonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC\nJean Marie Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.\nD.M. (Daryl) Hodnett – System Director-Supplier Diversity and Inclusion\, Advocate Aurora Health\nTim Connelly – Government Contract Attorney – Tim Connelly Law PLLC\nJeff Chmielewski – Facility Manager – WEC Energy Group\nJessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nAina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nREGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link\, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking. \nFor more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/challenges-in-developing-successful-business-teams-and-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WBDC-WPI-Partnering-Logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210513T192432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T192432Z
UID:10002534-1626181200-1626184800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Federal Spend to the End
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Spend to the End \nJuly 1st marks the start of the federal government’s buying season as they Spend to the End of the fiscal year. Now is the time to learn about this unique time of year\, explore the market and start your preparations. Federal procurement will likely continue to be vibrant and will offer opportunities for those who are prepared and who are ready to respond to opportunities and perform when selected. Be prepared. Don’t be left behind as the Federal Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-spend-to-the-end-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210121T032051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T032051Z
UID:10002480-1624618800-1624622400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: The Role of Standardization in Cybersecurity Plans
DESCRIPTION:As the saying goes\, knowledge is power. This webinar will explore whether a company can develop its cybersecurity plan using only the requirements\, or should the company base its plan on not only the requirements but all factor in software and hardware being used while also taking into consideration its location\, information processed and even the building where the company is located. \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-the-role-of-standardization-in-cybersecurity-plans/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210503T182904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T182904Z
UID:10002104-1623844800-1623848400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The New SAM.gov
DESCRIPTION:SAM.gov and beta.SAM.gov merge on May 24 2021. \nKnowledge of and familiarity with the new\, merged SAM.gov platform is critical to all Federal contractors – be ready and be aware of how these changes may impact your business. This presentation will walk you through the design and functionality changes of the new SAM.gov. You will have the opportunity to become familiar with capabilities that previously were available at beta.SAM.gov and have now merged with SAM.gov. \nSpeaker: Kim Garber\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-the-new-sam-gov/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210615T114500
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210428T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T190144Z
UID:10002522-1623751200-1623757500@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Teaming and Partnering
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page.** \nPartnering With Purpose Series: \nThe Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15\, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities\, capacity\, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs. \nThis session will focus on the fundamentals of teaming and partnering\, addressing purpose\, benefits\, types of relationships\, and key terms in defining relationships. \nSchedule of events: \n10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator\n10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion\, complete with Q&A\n11:10 – 11:15am Break\n11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Sessions\, hosted by Karen Goldner\, Managing Director\, Established Business Services\, WBDC and Partners – during this session you will be able to continue the discussion with the speakers and other attendees \nPanelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios): \n\nAnisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family\nEric Ness – Wisconsin District Director – U.S. SBA\nAdonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC\nJean Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.\nPeter Coffaro – Deputy Director\, Community Outreach and Business Engagement – MMSD\nRobert L. Simpson – Director Business Development – Aon Diversity Solutions\nKaren Goldner – Managing Director\, Established Business Services – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nJessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nAina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nREGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link\, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking. \nFor more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/fundamentals-of-teaming-and-partnering/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WBDC-WPI-Partnering-Logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210121T023737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T023737Z
UID:10002479-1623409200-1623412800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Blockchain
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of Blockchain technology\, common terminology and prospective uses of this technology in government contracts and by government contractors. What once was thought to be bogus technology has continued to grow in use and to an extent become an accepted tool in today’s business 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-blockchain/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210311T223757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T223757Z
UID:10002495-1622710800-1622718000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with the National Park Service - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar: \nThe National Park Service (NPS) works with private businesses\, non-profit organizations\, and individuals to preserve natural and cultural resources and to create enjoyable experiences for you and millions of park visitors. \nAre you interested in offering services to park visitors? The National Park Service works with over 5\,000 businesses to provide high-quality visitor experiences\, ranging from lodging to recreational tours\, through concession contracts and commercial use authorizations. \nIn FY2020 the NPS spent over $895 million to support their mission. \nPresentations From: \n\nNational Park Service\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\nNorthwest Michigan PTAC\nPonca Economic Development Corporation – PEDCO PTAC\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-the-national-park-service-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Makovec":MAILTO:stevem@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210121T021755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T021755Z
UID:10002477-1622199600-1622203200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: The Cybersecurity Plan Looks Great
DESCRIPTION:If the internet “goes down\,” your computer crashes\, or if your database is corrupted\, can your business survive? What if all your records are totally and irreparably damaged? That is what could happen with an errant click of a link or update that was not installed. Poof – all history – old and recent is extinguished. Companies seek to manage risk by outsourcing technical matters. This webinar will discuss this issue from the perspective of compliance with DoD requirements. \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-the-cybersecurity-plan-looks-great/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210311T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T222052Z
UID:10002494-1621501200-1621508400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar: \nIn FY 2020\, the US Forest Service awarded over $1.8 billion in contracts. Join us for this unique opportunity to learn directly from the US Forest Service Procurement and Property Services (PPS) about what it takes to do business with the U.S. Forest Service! You will also have the opportunity to meet area representatives from the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) and US Small Business Administration that can assist you in your Federal contracting efforts. \nThe U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is responsible for managing public lands in the nation’s 155 national forests and 20 national grasslands that cover more than 193 million acres of public land. The agency also oversees 80 experimental forests and ranges\, five research and development stations\, and 18 job corps centers. Within the Northern Michigan and Northern Wisconsin area there are four national forests: \n\nHiawatha National Forest – Gladstone\, MI\nHuron-Manistee National Forest – Cadillac\, MI\nOttawa National Forest – Ironwood\, MI\nChequamegon-Nicolet National Forest – Park Falls and Rhinelander\, WI\n\nAGENDA \nWisconsin Procurement Institute \n\n\n\nMark Dennis – Government Contract Specialist\n\n\n\nNorthwest Michigan Procurement Technical Assistant Center \n\n\n\nLeAnne Kachmarsky – Procurement Counselor\nLeo Isleib – Procurement Counselor\n\n\n\nPonca Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO) \n\n\n\nDarren Osborne – Program Manager\n\n\n\nU.S. Small Business Administration \n\n\n\nJames Strube – Business Opportunity Specialist\n\n\n\nU.S. Forest Service \n\n\n\nCarol Northrop – Contract Specialist\nShawn Lacina – Supervisory Contract Specialist\nColleen Reittinger -Supervisory Contract Specialist\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-the-u-s-forest-service-usfs-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Makovec":MAILTO:stevem@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210420T023620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T023620Z
UID:10002515-1621425600-1621429200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)
DESCRIPTION:The Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) is the primary enterprise procure-to-pay (P2P) application for the Department of Defense and its supporting agencies and is trusted by companies reporting over $7.1 billion in spending. The PIEE suite evolves continually\, and DOD contractors must understand how new features support their contract administration process. \nPIEE applications include: \n\nWide Area Workflow (WAWF) and MyInvoice\nGovernment Furnished Property (GFP)\nSupplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)\n\nThis webinar will provide an overview of several important PIEE applications and explain how using the suite effectively can help you in the DOD contracting process. \nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-the-procurement-integrated-enterprise-environment-piee-and-wide-area-workflow-wawf-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T141538
CREATED:20210121T020807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T020807Z
UID:10002475-1620990000-1620993600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Corporate Acquisition\, Insider threats\, or Strategic Investments - All Threats to Consider
DESCRIPTION:Companies have various options for developing their cybersecurity plans. A company can treat all security requirements as being equally likely to occur and having the same impact on the company’s operations and security of information. Alternatively\, a company can assess both the risk of occurrence and potential impact of the occurrence on an item-by-item basis. This webinar will explore the pros and cons of these different approaches\, and review resources that can be used should the risk based approach be selected. \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-corporate-acquisition-insider-threats-or-strategic-investments-all-threats-to-consider/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
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