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 […]

USDA SBIR Program Essentials Webinar

Have you considered pursuing USDA grants in your company's funding strategy? With ten SBIR topics ranging from plant production, to rural development, your innovation may find a home with in USDA's program. Would you like to discover if your technology: Might be commercializable? Is a fit for one of the USDA SBIR topics? Might be […]

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 […]

USDA SBIR/STTR Program Essentials – Webinar

Have you considered adding USDA grants to your company's funding strategy? With ten SBIR topics ranging from plant production, to rural development, your innovation may find a home with in USDA's program.   Join us for a 1-hour webinar featuring Elden Hawkes, USDA SBIR Program Specialist. In this webinar, discussion will cover the basic information […]

Rural Strong – Marinette, WI

InVenture 1320 Main Street, Marinette, WI, United States

Join this free panel and discussion focused on empowering rural small businesses and communities. Hear from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) about local resources!

Small Business Webinar with Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company

With a focus on Small Business Opportunities, education and networking, GLDD is co-hosting an outreach event with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI). Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) This webinar will provide the following presentations: • Brief summary of the free resources provided online by SBA (Small Business Administration), by Norma Alberts, GLDD LLC • […]