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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Veteran Owned Businesses in the Government Markets - Janesville\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Janesville Innovation Center on April 4 2019 to learn about how Wisconsin veteran owned businesses can secure opportunities in the Government markets – Federal\, State and Local. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) will be sharing information on topics including small business certifications\, locating current opportunities /past procurement history and how to market your business to the government. Both veteran and non-veteran businesses are invited to attend. \nAgenda: \n5:30 pm               Registration and Introduction – Mike Olmsted\, Olmsted Group \n6:00 pm               Facility tour – Mike Mathews\, Economic Growth Advisors\, LLC \n6:15 pm               WPI presentation – Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n7:00 pm               Q&A and networking \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/opportunities-for-veteran-owned-businesses-in-the-government-markets-janesville-wi/
LOCATION:Janesville Innovation Center\, 2949 W Venture Dr\, Janesville\, WI\, 53546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190402T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
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SUMMARY:Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program Workshop - Sturgeon Bay\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Door County\, WI has been designated as a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) qualified county.  This program can help small businesses in Door County (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors). \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n\nThe very basics of selling to the Federal Government\nHUBZone certification requirements\nHUBZone certification application process\nRecent changes to the HUBZone program\nLocating HUBZone set aside opportunities\nMarketing your HUBZone certified business\nRenewing your HUBZone certification\n\nCLICK HERE to view Agenda
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/historically-underutilized-business-zone-hubzone-program-workshop/
LOCATION:Door County Economic Development Corporation\, 185 East Walnut Street\, Sturgeon Bay\, WI\, 54235\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.8198108;-87.3781265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190327T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20190131T002605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T002605Z
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SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:As a new or established growing small business\, you may face many challenges. For your business to succeed\, you need to develop and use a toolbox of resources. These sessions will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy. \nThis session will be held on the first floor of the Technology Innovation Center\, Room 119. Please park in the Visitors parking lot or back lot facing the Crowne Plaza Hotel. \nAgenda: \n2:30 pm – Exhibitor Setup \n3:00 – 4:00 pm – Registration  & Vendor Networking \n4:00 – 4:15 pm – Welcome and Introductions \n4:15 – 4:30 pm – Local\,  State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification – presented by Benjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n4:30 – 4:45 pm – Small Business Administration (SBA) Resources – presented by Shane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)  \n4:45- 5:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources \n\nBusiness Planning – Start-up\, Expansion & Succession – presented by Yuli Her\, Business Development Specialist\, WI- CLANS\, and May yer Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)\nFinancial Planning – presented by Ger Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)\nMarketing and Social Media – presented by Rob Pero\, Perodigm Design Studio \n\n5:30 – 5:45 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – presented by May yer Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC) and Frank Demarest\, Jr.\, Deputy District Director\, Wisconsin District Office\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n5:45 – 6:00 pm  – Discussion – Informal networking (scheduling follow-up meetings)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-wi/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181213T065059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T065059Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing a Winning Government Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Is your proposal responsive and effective? \nWriting a government proposal takes time\, careful planning and a complete understanding of requirements. It must provide credible evidence that your business understands a problem\, has a comprehensive solution\, has the skills and experience to do the work and can provide the solution at a competitive price. \nJoin us and learn what makes an effective winning proposal. All contractors and subcontractors looking to improve their proposals should attend! \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/preparing-a-winning-government-proposal/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181214
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180905T163001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T163001Z
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SUMMARY:Marketplace Wisconsin 2018 - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Marketplace helps minority\, women and veteran-owned company representatives learn about doing business with state\, federal and local agencies as well as corporations. These markets represent billions of dollars of annual purchasing with special programs to include minority\, women\, veteran and disadvantaged business owners. \nAttend Marketplace 2018 to connect with potential buyers\, other businesses\, lenders and technical assistance providers that can help you grow your business!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/marketplace-wisconsin-2018-2/
LOCATION:Potawatomi Hotel & Event Center\, 1721 W Canal St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In State,Workshop,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T103000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181024T193627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T193627Z
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SUMMARY:"Protect Your Company from Major Threats" Cyber Security Event - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:According to Allianz Risk Barometer 2018 the largest risk of concern to U.S. companies is Cyber Incidents. Chances are close to 100% that your company has already been probed for vulnerabilities.  While technology infrastructure is important\, 80% of your vulnerability is through your own people and the security protocols they do or do not follow. \nThrough this FREE session you will learn what steps you can take to begin developing a risk management plan for mitigating this top threat. \nYou will learn key steps to help protect your company including: \n\nIdentification of potential risks to your business.\nQualification and prioritization of which risks to address immediately.\nPotential solutions for risk mitigation and avoidance.\nThe need for the monitoring of ongoing risks.\nEmployee training on key policies and procedures.\n\nWho should attend? \n\nAny company that has experienced probes to their information security.\nAny company that sells to entities in the Department of Defense supply chain.\nCompanies selling to the auto or the aeronautics industry.\nCompanies that don’t currently have a risk management plan.\nCompanies that use cloud storage technology.\nCompanies that work with intellectual property.\n\nKey take-a-ways: \n\nLearn about the scope and reach of the potential data breaches\, theft and ransomware.\nIdentify key vulnerabilities in your company.\nRecognize key steps you can take immediately to mitigate your risk.\nDiscover a comprehensive list of available resources.\nCompliance requirements for defense contractors.\n\n*Note – This session is also being offered on December 4\, 2018 in Pewaukee\, WI and December 5\, 2018 in Appleton\, WI*
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/protect-your-company-from-major-threats-cyber-security-event-madison-wi/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn American Center\, 5109 W Terrace Dr\, Madison\, WI\, 53718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tammy Schwarzbauer%2C WMEP":MAILTO:schwarzbauer@wmep.org
GEO:43.1425149;-89.2963999
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holiday Inn American Center 5109 W Terrace Dr Madison WI 53718 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5109 W Terrace Dr:geo:-89.2963999,43.1425149
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181205T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181205T103000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181024T193231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T193231Z
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SUMMARY:"Protect Your Company from Major Threats" Cyber Security Event - Appleton\, WI
DESCRIPTION:According to Allianz Risk Barometer 2018 the largest risk of concern to U.S. companies is Cyber Incidents. Chances are close to 100% that your company has already been probed for vulnerabilities.  While technology infrastructure is important\, 80% of your vulnerability is through your own people and the security protocols they do or do not follow. \nThrough this FREE session you will learn what steps you can take to begin developing a risk management plan for mitigating this top threat. \nYou will learn key steps to help protect your company including: \n\nIdentification of potential risks to your business.\nQualification and prioritization of which risks to address immediately.\nPotential solutions for risk mitigation and avoidance.\nThe need for the monitoring of ongoing risks.\nEmployee training on key policies and procedures.\n\nWho should attend? \n\nAny company that has experienced probes to their information security.\nAny company that sells to entities in the Department of Defense supply chain.A\nCompanies selling to the auto or the aeronautics industry.\nCompanies that don’t currently have a risk management plan.\nCompanies that use cloud storage technology.\nCompanies that work with intellectual property.\n\nKey take-a-ways: \n\nLearn about the scope and reach of the potential data breaches\, theft and ransomware.\nIdentify key vulnerabilities in your company.\nRecognize key steps you can take immediately to mitigate your risk.\nDiscover a comprehensive list of available resources.\nCompliance requirements for defense contractors.\n\n*Note – This session is also being offered on December 4\, 2018 in Pewaukee\, WI and December 6\, 2018 in Madison\, WI*
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/protect-your-company-from-major-threats-cyber-security-event-appleton-wi/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College – Bordini Center\, Room 141\, 5 N Systems Dr\, Appleton\, WI\, 54914\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tammy Schwarzbauer%2C WMEP":MAILTO:schwarzbauer@wmep.org
GEO:44.2829245;-88.4556141
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T103000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181024T192635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T192635Z
UID:10001848-1543908600-1543919400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:"Protect Your Company from Major Threats" Cyber Security Event - Pewaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:According to Allianz Risk Barometer 2018 the largest risk of concern to U.S. companies is Cyber Incidents. Chances are close to 100% that your company has already been probed for vulnerabilities.  While technology infrastructure is important\, 80% of your vulnerability is through your own people and the security protocols they do or do not follow. \nThrough this FREE session you will learn what steps you can take to begin developing a risk management plan for mitigating this top threat. \nYou will learn key steps to help protect your company including: \n\nIdentification of potential risks to your business.\nQualification and prioritization of which risks to address immediately.\nPotential solutions for risk mitigation and avoidance.\nThe need for the monitoring of ongoing risks.\nEmployee training on key policies and procedures.\n\nWho should attend? \n\nAny company that has experienced probes to their information security.\nAny company that sells to entities in the Department of Defense supply chain.\nCompanies selling to the auto or the aeronautics industry.\nCompanies that don’t currently have a risk management plan.\nCompanies that use cloud storage technology.\nCompanies that work with intellectual property.\n\nKey take-a-ways: \n\nLearn about the scope and reach of the potential data breaches\, theft and ransomware.\nIdentify key vulnerabilities in your company.\nRecognize key steps you can take immediately to mitigate your risk.\nDiscover a comprehensive list of available resources.\nCompliance requirements for defense contractors.\n\n*Note – This session is also being offered on December 5\, 2018 in Appleton\, WI and December 6\, 2018 in Madison\, WI*
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/protect-your-company-from-major-threats-cyber-security-event-pewaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) Building Q Room 361\, 800 Main Street\, Pewaukee\, WI\, 53072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tammy Schwarzbauer%2C WMEP":MAILTO:schwarzbauer@wmep.org
GEO:43.0725256;-88.2544838
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181011T224332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T224332Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-conference-roi-101-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0434765;-88.0446759
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181011T223724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T223724Z
UID:10001837-1543309200-1543320000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Appleton\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-conference-roi-101-appleton-wi/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College – Bordini Center\, Room 142\, 5 N. Systems Dr.\, Appleton\, WI\, 54914\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.2829245;-88.4556141
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180920T000538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T000538Z
UID:10001798-1542213000-1542222000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Capital and Contracts in Rural Sawyer County: Small Business Summit - Winter\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and Winter Area Economic Development Group would like to invite small business owners and others interested in learning more about business opportunities and resources available for Winter area businesses. \nThe session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending\nSales and Marketing\nWorkforce Challenges\n\nThe opportunity to NETWORK with speakers and attendees will follow the program. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nFunding sources for your business\nHow to improve your marketing efforts\nHow to locate new sales opportunities – including those with the government and their current contractors\nHow to meet your workforce requirements\n\nAGENDA: \n4:30 pm – Registration \n5:00 pm – Introduction – Northwest Regional Planning Commission (NWRPC)\,  Indianhead Community Action Agency (ICAA) and Winter Area Business Development Commission \n5:25 pm – Workforce Challenges and Solutions – Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board (NWWIB) \n5:50 pm – SBA Products – Small Business Administration (SBA) \n6:20 pm – Government Contracting – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n7:00 pm – Q& A and Networking \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/capital-contracts-sawyer-cty-small-bus-winter-wi/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 5268 N Cemetery Rd\, Winter\, WI\, 54896\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
GEO:45.8257375;-91.0070576
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Zion Lutheran Church 5268 N Cemetery Rd Winter WI 54896 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5268 N Cemetery Rd:geo:-91.0070576,45.8257375
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180920T000915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T000915Z
UID:10001799-1542132000-1542141000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Capital and Contracts in the Chequamegon Bay: Small Business Summit - Ashland\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, Ashland Area Development Corporation (AADC) and Bayfield County Economic Development Corporation (BCEDC) would like to invite small business owners and others interested in learning more about business opportunities and resources available for Ashland area and Bayfield County businesses. \nThe session will focus on three specific areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending\nSales and Marketing\n\nThe opportunity to NETWORK with speakers and attendees will follow the program. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nFunding sources for your business\nHow to improve your marketing efforts\nHow to locate new sales opportunities – including those with the government and their current contractors
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/capital-contracts-chequamegon-small-bus-ashland-wi/
LOCATION:Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center\, 29270 Co Hwy G\, Ashland\, WI\, 54806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
GEO:46.5847122;-90.9639382
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center 29270 Co Hwy G Ashland WI 54806 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29270 Co Hwy G:geo:-90.9639382,46.5847122
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181011T223004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T223004Z
UID:10001835-1541667600-1541678400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101- Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-your-conference-return-on-investment-roi-101-madison-wi/
LOCATION:Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County\, Suite E\, 2881 Commerce Park Dr.\, Fitchburg\, WI\, 53719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0105778;-89.4678204
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County Suite E 2881 Commerce Park Dr. Fitchburg WI 53719 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2881 Commerce Park Dr.:geo:-89.4678204,43.0105778
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181011T215518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T215518Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Menomonie\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. \nThis workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-your-conference-return-on-investment-roi-menomonie-wi/
LOCATION:Dunn County Government Center\, 800 Wilson Ave\, Room 58\, Menomonie\, 54751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.8750063;-91.9202293
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dunn County Government Center 800 Wilson Ave Room 58 Menomonie 54751 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Wilson Ave\, Room 58:geo:-91.9202293,44.8750063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180905T162954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T162954Z
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SUMMARY:14th Annual Greater Minnesota Government Procurement Fair - Welch\, MN
DESCRIPTION:This free event will provide an opportunity for small businesses and contractors to learn about special programs designed to provide better access to the government marketplace. \nA trade show will be open throughout the day in addition to a variety of workshops including Selling to the Government\, State & Federal Certifications\, etc. There will be eight workshops in two tracks to choose from\, along with the opportunity to visit with 20 representatives from State & Federal Government Agencies\, Large Businesses\, and Resource Providers on the trade floor.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/14th-annual-greater-minnesota-government-procurement-fair-welch-mn-2/
LOCATION:Treasure Island Resort & Casino\, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd\, Welch\, MN\, 55089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,Workshop,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Nebel-Dickerson":MAILTO:Christina.Nebel-Dickerson@state.mn.us
GEO:44.632331;-92.649901
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Treasure Island Resort & Casino 5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd Welch MN 55089 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd:geo:-92.649901,44.632331
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20181009T185604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T185604Z
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Opportunities - Rhinelander\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Government buys pretty much everything – from military vehicles\, tree planting services\, office furniture\, plumbing services\, facility maintenance and IT support. Over the last few fiscal years\, every county in Wisconsin has recorded sales to the Federal government. Sales have been to a broad range of agencies from the US Forest Service\, USDA\, Department of Veterans Affairs\, Department of Defense and many more.  \nState of Wisconsin (and other States) as well as Local Governments also purchase a wide range of goods and services. In addition\, there are also opportunities to subcontract. This session is designed as an introduction for small businesses who are considering selling to the government market or those just starting to review and look for opportunities. \nWhat you will learn:\n \n\nBenefits of being a small business\n\nHow to find government opportunities\n\nHow to sell products and services to the local state\, county\, municipality and federal government\n\nWhere you can get help – at no cost\n\nAgenda: \n12:30 pm: Registration\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Program \n\nIntroductions\nSmall Business Programs and Funding Opportunities – U.S. SBA\nSelling to the Government – An Overview – WPI\nBusiness Opportunities and Resources\n\n4:00 pm: Networking \nCLICK HERE for Rhinelander Campus Map
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gov-contracting-opportunities-rhinelander-wi/
LOCATION:Nicolet College\, Fieldside Center Room 102\, 5364 College Dr\, Rhinelander\, WI\, 54501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:45.6123599;-89.4209753
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nicolet College Fieldside Center Room 102 5364 College Dr Rhinelander WI 54501 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5364 College Dr:geo:-89.4209753,45.6123599
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180920T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T174155Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business in Burnett County Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and Indianhead Community Action Agency (ICAA) would like to invite small business owners and others interested in learning more about business opportunities and resources available for Burnett County businesses. \nThe session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending\nSales and Marketing\nWorkforce Challenges\n\nThe opportunity to NETWORK with speakers and attendees will follow the program. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nFunding sources for your business\nHow to improve your marketing efforts\nHow to locate new sales opportunities – including those with the government and their current contractors\nHow to meet your workforce requirements
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/growing-business-burnett-cty-wi/
LOCATION:Larsen Family Public Library\, 7401 Main Street West\, Webster\, WI\, 54893\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Olson":MAILTO:davido@wispro.org
GEO:45.8771157;-92.365099
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Larsen Family Public Library 7401 Main Street West Webster WI 54893 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7401 Main Street West:geo:-92.365099,45.8771157
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180919T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180905T162946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T162946Z
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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
GEO:44.501213;-88.061136
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lambeau Field 1265 Lombardi Avenue Green Bay WI 54304 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1265 Lombardi Avenue:geo:-88.061136,44.501213
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180906T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T090323
CREATED:20180905T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T162942Z
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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
GEO:43.049261;-87.913101
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ManpowerGroup 100 Manpower Place Milwaukee WI 53212 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=100 Manpower Place:geo:-87.913101,43.049261
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