Acquisition Hour: The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program and HUBZone Certification

The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program 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 would benefit from the benefits of the 8(a) program. This […]

SAME Industry, Government and Small Business Engagement Series – Great Lakes, IL

National Museum of the American Sailor Building 42, Naval Station Great Lakes, Great Lakes, IL, United States

Small businesses including Disadvantaged, Veteran Owned, Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned and HUBZone are encouraged to attend! RuthAnne Hall, Purchasing Manager at Lake County, will be presenting on opportunities with Lake County, IL. There will also be an update on the Naval Station Great Lakes Housing Project. *Following the program* - Join us for […]

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses

Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases, a certification process must be completed to qualify.  It 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. This webinar will […]

Acquisition Hour: Innovation in the Federal Marketplace

The Federal Innovation Marketplace is alive and well. It seems to be both evolving and expanding. It may very well be your next customer and you may have an idea that will be instrumental in solving or taming one of the country’s most vexing problems or saving lives. This marketplace has programs, talent scouts, Venture […]

Acquisition Hour: GSA Schedule Contract Management and Administration

You now have your GSA schedule. You worked long and hard to secure that contract. It is critical to ensure that your contract is up to date and compliant to maximize the long term value of your schedule contract. This webinar will cover: First steps after you sign your contract Company-wide support from purchasing, accounting, […]

RESCHEDULED – Growing Your Business in Oneida County Wisconsin – Rhinelander, WI

Nicolet College Theater, Lakeside Center 5364 College Dr, Rhinelander, WI, United States

*This event will be rescheduled.* This session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success: Government Contracting Opportunities Financial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending Sales and Marketing Workforce Challenges The opportunity to network with speakers and attendees will follow the program!

Acquisition Hour: State and Federal Certifications for Veteran and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses

Securing government contracts and subcontracts is not easy.  As a Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) you may gain preference when competing for contracts with the State of Wisconsin and Federal government agencies. This webinar will focus on the various veteran owned business certifications and the basics of […]

Acquisition Hour: 6 Tips for Successful Joint Venture Agreements

This webinar will cover the ins-and-outs of joint venture agreements and identify key tips for ensuring that your joint venture agreements work for you. The webinar will cover: How to find the right JV partner The various ways of structuring the JV The most important elements of the JV agreement What to be aware of […]

Doing Business With the U.S. Forest Service – Iron River, MI

Windsor Center 612 W. Adams Street (US2), Iron River, MI, United States

In Fiscal Year 2018, the US Forest Service awarded over $1.6 billion in contracts. Join us for this unique opportunity and network with and learn directly from the US Forest Service Lake State Acquisition Team about what it takes to do business with the U.S. Forest Service! USFS manages over 193 million acres of national […]

Cybersecurity: Protect Your Company From Major Threats – Eau Claire, WI

29 Pines Restaurant 5872 33rd Avenue, Eau Claire, WI, United States

Through this FREE session you will learn what steps you can take to begin developing a risk management plan for mitigating this top threat. You will learn key steps to help protect your company including: • Identification of potential risks to your business. • Qualification and prioritization of which risks to address immediately. • Potential […]