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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Federal Certifications - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone-located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is federal certifications. Federal certifications include: \n\nSmall Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nVeteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\n8(a)\nSBA Mentor-Protege\nHUBZone\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Types and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-federal-certifications-madison-wi-2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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SUMMARY:Navy Week - Doing Business with the Navy and Marine Corps
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nJoin the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – Wisconsin APEX Accelerator for an\ninsightful training session with the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) in Milwaukee\, WI. This event will provide valuable information for small businesses\, covering DON OSBP achievements and goals\, the Mentor-Protégé Program\, preparation for the DON procurement process\, available resources\, and more. \nRepresentatives from the DON OSBP\, Navy SBIR/STTR\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)\, WPI – Wisconsin APEX Accelerator\, Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired\, NDIA – Great Lakes Chapter\, and U.S. Small Business\nAdministration (SBA) will participate in a networking session\, providing opportunities to connect and learn about their programs\, services\, and subcontracting opportunities. \nClick here to view the event flyer. \nAgenda \n8:00 – 8:10 AM: Welcome presented by Industries for the Blind & Visually Impaired \n8:10 – 8:25 AM: Partner & Audience Introductions \n8:25 – 8:30 AM: Wisconsin Procurement Institute– Wisconsin APEX Accelerator Overview \n8:30 – 9:00 AM: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n9:00 – 9:15 AM: Break \n9:15 – 9:45 AM: Navy SBIR/STTR Overview \n9:45 – 11:00 AM: How to Do Business with the Navy & Marine Corps \n11:00 – 12:00 PM: Networking Session
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/navy-week-milwaukee-2/
LOCATION:Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired\, 445 S. Curtis Road\, West Allis\, WI\, 53214
CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Business Group Wisconsin Contractor Connection - Networking Event Series - Danbury\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Contractor Connection is a networking event by the Indigenous Business Group designed to connect contractors and businesses across Wisconsin with public and private sector opportunities. Bringing together professionals from construction\, trades\, consulting\, media\, infrastructure\, energy\, engineering\, and environmental industries\, this event fosters collaboration\, knowledge-sharing\, and business growth. Attendees will engage in networking\, hear from industry leaders\, and explore opportunities in contracting and procurement. \nTarget Audience: \nContractors & Tradespeople: General contractors\, specialty trade contractors (electricians\, plumbers\, HVAC\, etc.)\, and businesses in construction and infrastructure.\nIndustry Professionals: Engineering firms\, environmental consultants\, energy sector professionals\, media\, and business service providers.\nPublic & Private Sector Representatives: Government agencies\, large corporations\, and tribal enterprises seeking subcontractors and partnerships. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/indigenous-business-group-wisconsin-contractor-connection-networking-event-series-danbury-wi-08-28-2025/
LOCATION:St. Croix Casino Danbury\, 30222 Wisconsin 35 #77\, Danbury\, 54830\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,Workshop,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Indigenous Business Group":MAILTO:contact@indigenousbusinessgroup.org
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SUMMARY:Local Government Contracting for Small Businesses (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Explore best practices in procurement and how to discover local government contracting opportunities. Click on the flyer below to download and to complete registration. \nThis virtual workshop will provide small businesses with information on procurement practices and how to identify contracting opportunities with local government entities. The event will include networking and buyer meeting opportunities \nPresented by: \n\nCity of Madison\nDane County\nMilwaukee County\nWisconsin Supplier Diversity Program\nDomina Consulting\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator\n\nFor questions\, contact:\nMichael Steger\, Small Business Advisor\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n(414) 270-3600\nmichaels@wispro.org \n— — — — — — — 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/local-government-contracting-for-small-businesses-virtual/
CATEGORIES:One-on-One Buyer Meetings,Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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