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SUMMARY:The International Trademark Portfolio for SBIR-STTR Stakeholders Webinar
DESCRIPTION:For small businesses currently participating in the federal government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs\, understanding intellectual property (IP)—including patents\, trade secrets\, trademarks\, and copyrights—is necessary to protect your ideas\, products\, and product names in today’s knowledge economy. \nThis webinar has been designed to specifically address the most common IP issues facing small businesses funded by the SBIR and STTR programs\, cover all aspects of IP protection and also help you understand your IP data rights under the SBIR/STTR grant or contract. \nIn this module\, you will learn about some of the differences between U.S. trademark law and practice and the law and practice of other countries including\, selection of a mark\, searching a mark\, applying for registration of a mark\, including information about the Madrid Protocol\, an international filing treaty enabling the applicant to file one application for multiple countries\, variations in requirements for obtaining trademark registration and maintaining the registration. \nSpace is limited to 200 people\, so early registration is advised. Please note this webinar is open only to small businesses currently engaged in either Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the SBIR/STTR programs.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/the-international-trademark-portfolio-for-sbir-sttr-stakeholders-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Nadine Herbert":MAILTO:Nadine.Herbert@uspto.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180926T130000
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SUMMARY:Trademarks in the U.S. for SBIR-STTR Stakeholders Webinar
DESCRIPTION:For small businesses currently participating in the federal government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs\, understanding intellectual property (IP)—including patents\, trade secrets\, trademarks\, and copyrights—is necessary to protect your ideas\, products\, and product names in today’s knowledge economy. \nThis webinar has been designed to specifically address the most common IP issues facing small businesses funded by the SBIR and STTR programs\, cover all aspects of IP protection and also help you understand your IP data rights under the SBIR/STTR grant or contract. \nThis module will help you to understand what a trademark or service mark is and how they differ from a domain name or a business name registration. \nSpace is limited to 200 people\, so early registration is advised. Please note this webinar is open only to small businesses currently engaged in either Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the SBIR/STTR programs.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/trademarks-in-the-u-s-for-sbir-sttr-stakeholders-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Nadine Herbert":MAILTO:Nadine.Herbert@uspto.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180926T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180921T182413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180921T182413Z
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SUMMARY:FAS Sales Reporting Portal (SRP)-Live Demo Webinar Series: SRP Session 1
DESCRIPTION:GSA Industry Partners are invited to register for this live-demo webinar series (in three parts). Learn how the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Sales Reporting Portal (SRP) supports the collection of data required by FAS procurement programs. \nThe FAS SRP provides a safe\, secure and user friendly portal for you to report both transactional and aggregate level data required by your FAS contracts as well as multiple payment options for remitting the fee required pursuant to your contract. \nSession 1 “Using the Form Entry method to report TDR applicable Sales” will demonstrate how to report Transactional Sales Data via the ‘Form Entry’ method; including the scenario where you are reporting “Zero Sales”. We will also discuss how to adjust sales data and how to make a payment using this application. \nIn instances where downward sales adjustments occur\, we will provide you with a basic understanding of what happens when a credit is issued and how it is applied. Finally\, we will discuss how to use the search features and how the landing page can and will be your friend (i.e. shortcuts).
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/fas-sales-reporting-portal-srp-live-demo-webinar-series-srp-session-1/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180925T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180905T162947Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Small Business DLA Land and Maritime Webinar: Qualified Product/Qualified Manufacturer List
DESCRIPTION:For information on webinar and how to register\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2018-small-business-dla-land-and-maritime-webinar-qualified-product-qualified-manufacturer-list-2/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180925T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180924T212852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T212852Z
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SUMMARY:Overview: U.S. Intellectual Property Rights and the SBIR-STTR Stakeholders Webinar
DESCRIPTION:For small businesses currently participating in the federal government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs\, understanding intellectual property (IP)—including patents\, trade secrets\, trademarks\, and copyrights—is necessary to protect your ideas\, products\, and product names in today’s knowledge economy. \nThis webinar has been designed to specifically address the most common IP issues facing small businesses funded by the SBIR and STTR programs\, cover all aspects of IP protection and also help you understand your IP data rights under the SBIR/STTR grant or contract. \nThe module will focus on the “rules of the SBIR/STTR road” and your IP rights so that you may be proactive in protecting what you own. \nSpace is limited to 200 people\, so early registration is advised. Please note this webinar is open only to small businesses currently engaged in either Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the SBIR/STTR programs.Nadine.Herbert@uspto.gov
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/overview-u-s-intellectual-property-rights-and-the-sbir-sttr-stakeholders-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Nadine Herbert":MAILTO:Nadine.Herbert@uspto.gov
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour – Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION: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.\nIt 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. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\n\nSpeakers: Shane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, US Small Business Administration (SBA) and Kim Garber – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-woman-owned-businesses-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180919T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180919T173000
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SUMMARY:Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé Program Networking Event - Green Bay\, WI
DESCRIPTION:This two-part networking event offers you the opportunity to: \n\nMeet with potential buyers\nIdentify funding sources\nConnect with business assistance resources\nBuild your capacity\n\nPart One: \nPanel discussion with experienced business leaders who share their hands-on knowledge \nPart Two: \nNetwork with real-life small business buyers\, resources providers\, government agencies\, lenders and others
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/green-bay-packers-mentor-protege-program-networking-event-2/
LOCATION:Lambeau Field\, 1265 Lombardi Avenue\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary DeBlois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Industry Day - VA
DESCRIPTION:Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Industry Day is an event for suppliers that covers forecasts of DLA’s FY19 business opportunities along with discussions of DLA’s metrics\, strategic vision and updates on various reforms.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/defense-logistics-agency-dla-enterprise-industry-day-va-2/
LOCATION:DLA Headquarters\, 8725 John J Kingman Rd\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, 22060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180918T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180905T162946Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Small Business DLA Land and Maritime Webinar: Alternate Offers
DESCRIPTION:For information on how to register\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2018-small-business-dla-land-and-maritime-webinar-alternate-offers-2/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180914T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180922T022259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180922T022259Z
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SUMMARY:WBDC Connect & Celebrate: Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Business Development Center’s 2018 annual conference\, WBDC Connect & Celebrate: Chicago\, brings together local and regional women business owners and community\, corporate\, and government partners for a day of learning\, connecting and celebrating award winners! \nThis year’s conference offers: \n\nBusiness Opportunities\nBusiness Information\nBusiness Successes
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wbdc-connect-celebrate-chicago/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency O’Hare\, ​9300 Bryn Mawr Ave\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WBDC Conference Hotline":MAILTO:WBDC_Registration@executivevents.com
GEO:41.9813533;-87.8592537
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180912T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180912T190000
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SUMMARY:Milwaukee Night in Washington\, DC
DESCRIPTION:This event highlights the contributions of the Milwaukee Region to the economic strength and vitality of the nation.\nMilwaukee Night also provides an opportunity to thank the legislators\, staff members and administrators who help us achieve our goal of making the Milwaukee Region a world-class location.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/milwaukee-night-in-washington-dc-2/
LOCATION:Rayburn House Office Building\, 45 Independence Ave\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="MMAC":MAILTO:info@mmac.org
GEO:38.887132;-77.010486
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180912T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180912T130000
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Future of SAM.gov
DESCRIPTION:Meet the new SAM.gov! beta.SAM.gov will become the official U.S. government website for people who make\, receive\, and manage federal awards.\nIt will be the central HUB for the entire federal awards community –assistance\, grants and procurement. General Services Administration (GSA) went public with the new site last August. \nOnce integrated\, 10 systems (including fbo.gov\, fpds.gov\, Wage Determination\, CPARS\, CFDA and others) will be categorized by their main feature (such as contract opportunities\, registration\, and wage determinations) into a centralized website called beta.SAM.gov. \nThis webinar will provide an overview on: \n\nThe Integrated Award Environment\nChanges with beta.SAM.gov\nSearching the data for contract opportunities\nTransitioning to the new SAM.gov\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.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-future-of-sam-gov-2/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Milwaukee\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
GEO:43.0389025;-87.9064736
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180914
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180905T162942Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum - Washington\, DC
DESCRIPTION:Register NOW! Join WPI in Washington\, D.C. September 11-13th for a series of meetings with federal procurement officials\, experienced federal contractors and DC based resources. We will be joining MMAC the evening of September 12th for MMAC’s Milwaukee Night in Washington.\nRegister for the event at the above link\, and register for Milwaukee Night in Washington at: \nhttp://web.mmac.org/events/Milwaukee-Night-in-Washington-DC-1827/details \nAgenda highlights include: \n\n9/11/2018 Afternoon – Meeting with representatives\n9/12/2018 The Program\n\nMorning – Federal agency meetings at the US Capitol Building –  moderated by Baly Ambegaoker\, President\, Centerpoint Inc\nLunch on the Hill\nAfternoon – Hosted by Husch Blackwell Washington\, DC Office\nEarly evening – Reception at Rayburn House Office Building with MMAC\n\n\n9/13/2018 Morning – Small group meetings\n\nThere is no cost to attend this event but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-federal-contractor-forum-2/
LOCATION:DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary DeBlois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:38.9071923;-77.0368707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180910T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
CREATED:20180905T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T162942Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Governor's Cybersecurity Summit - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:This summit will bring together national cyber security experts\, government and academic leaders and the business community to share knowledge and experience in finding new ways to protect our digital infrastructure and address the emerging challenges of cybersecurity.\nConference highlights include : \n\nPowerhouse keynoter\, futurist\, and professor Christina “CK” Kerley will give a glimpse into the future with her presentation on tech megatrends\nHold Security’s Alex Holden will provide insider insight on the current cyber threat landscape\nPeter Kofod and Greg Beach will explore the blockchain’s potential as a tool to promote public sector governance\, transparency\, and trust\nPanel discussions on the state’s IT workforce and recent Dark Sky exercise will provide the latest information on state-level cybersecurity initiatives directly from Wisconsin’s government leaders
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2018-governors-cybersecurity-summit-madison-wi-2/
LOCATION:Gordon Dining and Event Center\, 770 W Dayton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In State,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Dawn Zanoni":MAILTO:dawn.zanoni@wi.gov
GEO:43.071081;-89.398589
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180906T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T092638
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Construction Industry Business to Business Forum - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Join the area’s leading diverse suppliers\, general contractors\, developers and NCMSDC Corporate Members in one location to impact change\, by supporting quality advancement\, growth\, and diversity in the region’s construction industry. \nThe event forum will feature panel discussions presented by general contractors\, developers and NCMSDC Corporate Members\, sharing their upcoming projects\, what they are looking for and how to compete for these opportunities. \nThe forum will also feature one-on-one matchmaker meetings where diverse suppliers will be scheduled to meet with general contractors\, developers and NCMSDC Corporate members personally to discuss these opportunities and their company.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/third-annual-construction-industry-business-to-business-forum-2/
LOCATION:ManpowerGroup\, 100 Manpower Place\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Williams":MAILTO:rwilliams@northcentralmsdc.net
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