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SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered Monday and Friday at 11:00. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 16\nApril 20\nApril 23
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200108T042913Z
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SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities – Now a Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS THIS PROGRAM IS NOW A WEBINAR  \nThe Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas\, tribal lands or city census tracks\,  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• The very basics of selling to the Federal Government\n• HUBZone certification requirements\n• HUBZone certification application process\n• Recent changes to the HUBZone program\n• Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities\n• Marketing your HUBZone certified business\n• Renewing your HUBZone certification
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-hubzone-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities/
LOCATION:WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Capabilities Statements
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nA Sources Sought notice is a market research tool that Contracting Officers use to determine the availability of specific capabilities in the marketplace.  Sources Sought are also used to determine if there are enough qualified small businesses able to perform to potentially set aside the specific requirement.  These Sources Sought are posted in beta.SAM.gov and provide businesses a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss developing a targeted Capabilities Statement to address specific needs in the government. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought or development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to successful review by the Government agency – especially in our current dynamic contracting environment. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nWhat are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information ((RFIs)\nLocating SSNs and RFIs\nPreparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs\nHow to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement\n\nSpeakers Helen Henningsen and Mark Dennis\, WPI \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-responding-to-a-sources-sought-or-capabilities-statement-request/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20191114T024606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T024606Z
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SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 10: FAR 1-51 - Practice Test Review - Wrap Up - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe tenth session of the FAR review will be a practice test review. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nNote these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend\, registration is required. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-cfcm-study-session-10-far-1-51-practice-test-review-wrap-up-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200415T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200330T224140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T224140Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Focus on the first principles of Federal contract management during unsettled times
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nUnder the best of circumstances\, contract management is challenging. Adding in the unknowns and uncertainties of managing during a Pandemic creates an altogether new and previously unseen contract management landscape. This webinar will identify and review potential scenarios that may unfold and why it is so important to focus on the fundamentals and first principles of contract management when working in such unsettled times. \nPresenter: Marc Violante \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-focus-on-the-first-principles-of-federal-contract-management-during-unsettled-times-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200416T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200221T004551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200221T004551Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - SAME St Louis/Scott Field Posts Industry Day:  USACE Rock Island District and others presenting
DESCRIPTION:Interested in doing business with the federal government? Join SAME Scott Field and St. Louis Posts + SMPS St. Louis for the 8th Annual Industry Day. Representatives from a variety of federal agencies will present on their agency’s missions and upcoming contracting opportunities. Plus\, you’ll have a couple of education programs to enhance your federal marketing efforts!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-st-louis-scott-field-posts-industry-day-usace-rock-island-district-and-others-presenting/
LOCATION:Regency Conference Center\, 400 Regency Park\, O'Fallon\, IL\, 62269\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200416T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200416T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200404T005241Z
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SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance - Covid-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered Monday and Thursday at 11:00. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 20\nApril 23
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/19195/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200417T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200401T215350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T215350Z
UID:10002199-1587128400-1587132000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to CMMC Level 1
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nWhether your goal is to be certified at CMMC Level 3 or higher\, in the near future\, all DoD contractors will have to show a mastery of 17 basic cyber-security requirements associated with CMMC Level 1. Mastering these 17 principle requirements is the first step. To be eligible for CMMC Level 1 coded DoD awards\, a company will\, at a minimum\, have to undergo formal review of their CMMC Level 1 processes and procedures and these will have to merit being “formally certified.” \nThis webinar will review key terms\, principle requirements and a suggested approach for developing a process with which to move forward in preparation for meeting these new and upcoming requirements. \nSpeaker: Mark Violante \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-cmmc-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200420T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200310T210313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200310T210313Z
UID:10002150-1587369600-1587402000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled Boots to Business Reboot
DESCRIPTION:The curriculum provides assistance to those interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources available to access start-up capital\, technical assistance\, contracting opportunities\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nB2BR Registration Process\n\n\nInterested participants must first create an account. Minimum required information is 1) First and Last Name\, 2) An active civilian email address\, and 3) Service Status. \n\n\nParticipants can choose to provide supplemental information to fill out their Community profile. Once logged in\, participants can identify and register in a particular B2BR class/location on the upcoming B2BR course calendar\, receive class notifications\, and download class curriculum materials.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/boots-to-business-reboot-3/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College DJ Bordini Center\, 5 N Systems Dr\, Appleton\, WI\, 54914\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200420T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200420T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200406T192312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T192312Z
UID:10001943-1587380400-1587383100@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week  Monday and Thursday at 11:00 a.m. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 23rd
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200421T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200421T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200123T030505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T030505Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the City of Madison\,  Dane County and State of Wisconsin Government Markets – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS THIS PROGRAM IS NOW A WEBINAR  \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments.  Please join us and learn about how to do business with the City of Madison\, Dane County and the State of WI. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nConfirmed speakers: \n\nCarolyn Clow\, Dane County Purchasing Division\, County of Dane Wisconsin\nBrittany Garcia\, City of Madison Purchasing Services\nTony Johnson\, Finance Department\, City of Madison Wisconsin\nCheryl Edgington\, Deputy Bureau Director\, State Bureau of Procurement\, State of Wisconsin
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-the-city-of-madison-and-dane-county-government-market-madison-wi/
LOCATION:WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/10-2-19-Madison.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200421T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200317T183357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T183357Z
UID:10002154-1587474000-1587477600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How to quickly analyze Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nNot every Government requirement is a good fit for your business.  Join us and learn how to quickly review solicitation documents to determine if your company’s capabilities meet the requirements. \nYou will also learn how to quickly make a Go/No Go decision. \nSpeaker – Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \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-alert-how-to-quickly-analyze-solicitations/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200422T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200123T225229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T225229Z
UID:10001919-1587546000-1587571200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled - Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Training - Hancock\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently contracting with the federal government? Are you interested in contracting with the federal government? Do you have questions on Price Proposals\, Overhead Cost Rates\, Postaward Contract Audits\, and/or Accounting System Requirements? Here is your chance to get these and other questions answered from a Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) expert. \nThe instructor\, Mr. Joseph Greger\, is the Small Business Program Manager for DCAA and is located at DCAA Headquarters in Fort Belvoir\, Virgina. In this capacity\, he serves as the program manager and audit expert for the small business program with responsibility to provide assistance\, consultation\, and internal control with regard to audit requirements and their application to small businesses.\nTwo opportunities to attend; Hancock in April\, Traverse City in June. \nThis seminar will cover: \n\nDCAA’s Audit Process\nAccounting System Requirements\nContract Briefs\nProposal Adequacy\nHistorical data considerations\nFAR Part 31 Unallowable Costs\nCommon proposal deficiencies\nRegulatory resources to assist with proposal development\nHow PTAC can help
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/defense-contract-audit-agency-dcaa-training-hancock-mi/
LOCATION:Michigan Works! Service Center\, 400 Quincy St. (8th Floor Conference Room)\, Hancock\, WI\, 49930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200407T213146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T213146Z
UID:10001948-1587556800-1587560400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Packaging Shipping and Invoicing Using WAWF and PIEE
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nMy DOD product is now produced – I want to ship it and get paid for it.  What are the next steps? \nThis session will cover how to interpret and comply with Military Packaging Requirements\, including: \n\nWhat you need to know to properly package and label?\nWhat steps do you need to take to facilitate the shipment?\nWhat documents do you need to include with the shipment?\nGovernment websites you can refer to regarding shipment of material\nGovernment Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) requirements for packaging inspection\nDocumentation of Government Source Inspection (GSI)\nWhat are the requirements of ASTM-D -3951 and Mil-Std-2017\nAre there specific labeling requirement and standards\nCommon mistakes\n\nDuring this webinar we will review packaging and labeling requirements\, new capabilities of PIEE and WAWF\, as well as how to create a receiving report. \nPresenters: \n\nLisa Dixon: Military Packaging Specialist\, Bentley World Packaging Ltd\nJon Hoeffner\, Packaging supervisor\, Bentley World Packaging Ltd\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-packaging-shipping-and-invoicing-using-wawf-and-piee/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20191203T201242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T201242Z
UID:10002099-1587632400-1587654000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled - 21st Annual SADBOC Government Procurement Fair - Brooklyn Center\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses interested in doing business with government agencies and prime contractors are encouraged to attend this Trade Fair. \nCoupling education with marketing strategies\, this event will provide small businesses an opportunity to meet with representatives from more than 60 Federal\, State and local agencies\, commercial/prime contractors\, and nonprofit organizations; access available technical assistance; and learn about upcoming contracts. \nMatchmaking: Small businesses have the opportunity to be matched with a government or corporate buyer interested in their particular product/service.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/21st-annual-sadboc-government-procurement-fair-brooklyn-center-mn/
LOCATION:Earle Brown Heritage Center\, 6155 Earle Brown Drive\, Brooklyn Center\, MN\, 55430\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200423T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200423T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200406T194819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T194819Z
UID:10001944-1587639600-1587642300@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing\, stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars on Monday and Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-9/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200424T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200303T212108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T212108Z
UID:10002140-1587729600-1587733200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nCompanies interested in conducting business with the Department of Defense in late FY-20 and beyond will have to meet a new and stringent set of cybersecurity requirements including review and certification by a DoD identified Third Party. These requirements will apply to all businesses – Primes\, and Subcontractors at any level. This webinar will provide additional detail and information related to these new requirements along with practical suggestions for how to manage your company’s efforts toward preparing for and managing these requirements. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, 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-how-the-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-will-impact-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20191227T212953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T212953Z
UID:10002125-1588161600-1588165200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Economic Espionage – Awareness of Threats and Resources for Government Contractors
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nEconomic Espionage – Contractors beware! – You have what they want. Don’t be fooled to think that you have nothing of interest. Whether it was nautical charts of trade routes in the 1500’s or the knowledge of English skilled craftmen anything which might provide an economic advantage over the competition or entry into new markets will always be viewed as something of value. As a fire needs fuel to remain lit; a business needs new business to remain viable. In today’s world is every new contact or business inquiry what it appears to be on face value? This is the question that this webinar will explore along with useable training and information resources. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, 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-economic-espionage-awareness-of-threats-and-resources-for-government-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200505T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200317T032501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T032501Z
UID:10002152-1588683600-1588687200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour:  Learning About the Surety Bond Guarantee From the U.S. SBA
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nFailure to provide required contract bonds can result in an offeror being excluded from competition or a contractor being terminated for default! \nRequired contract bonds often include Bid Bonds\, Performance Bonds\, and Payment Bonds. The Federal Government will require that offerors provide Bid Bonds for any contract that requires Performance and Payment Bonds. Performance and Payment Bonds are generally required for federal construction contracts that exceed $150\,000. In addition\, Payment Bonds may be needed for federal construction contracts between $35\,000 and $150\,000. \nUnfortunately\, small businesses sometimes have a difficult time qualifying for\, and obtaining\, such bonds in the standard marketplace. Join us in this webinar and learn about the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Surety Bond Guarantee Program and how the SBA can help you obtain the needed contract bonds at reasonable prices\, terms\, and conditions. \nSpeaker: Tamara Murray\, Underwriting Marketing Specialist\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Office of Surety Guarantees \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-learning-about-the-surety-bond-guarantee-from-the-u-s-sba-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200417T000501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T000501Z
UID:10001952-1588766400-1588770000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Capabilities Statements
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nA Sources Sought notice is a market research tool that Contracting Officers use to determine the availability of specific capabilities in the marketplace.  Sources Sought are also used to determine if there are enough qualified small businesses able to perform to potentially set aside the specific requirement.  These Sources Sought are posted in beta.SAM.gov and provide businesses a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss developing a targeted Capabilities Statement to address specific needs in the government. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought or development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to successful review by the Government agency – especially in our current dynamic contracting environment. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nWhat are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information ((RFIs)\nLocating SSNs and RFIs\nPreparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs\nHow to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement\n\nSpeakers Helen Henningsen and Mark Dennis\, WPI \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-responding-to-sources-sought-request-and-capabilities-statements/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200511T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200511T093000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200212T015647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T015647Z
UID:10001933-1589182200-1589189400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Breakfast – Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The annual Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Breakfast will be held at 7:30 a.m. at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/employer-support-of-the-guard-and-reserve-esgr-breakfast-milwaukee-wi-2/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County War Memorial Center\, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary DeBlois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0439191;-87.8929762
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Milwaukee County War Memorial Center 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive Milwaukee WI 53202 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive:geo:-87.8929762,43.0439191
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200421T005631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T005631Z
UID:10001956-1589279400-1589283000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Selling Goods and Services to the State of Wisconsin- with a focus on MBE\, WBE & DVB
DESCRIPTION:The State of Wisconsin purchases billions of dollars of goods and services each year. Join Cheryl Edgington\, Deputy Bureau Director\, State Bureau of Procurement and Tondra Davis\, Director\, Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to learn how MINORITY (MBE)\, WOMEN (WBE) AND DISABLED VETERAN OWNED (DVB) ENTERPRISES can sell to the State of Wisconsin. \nThe session will cover: \n\nWhich of the State Agencies are buying\nOverview of what the State of Wisconsin buys\nHow to locate opportunities\nHow the State of Wisconsin buys\nWhat are eSupplier and VendorNet\nFinding and connecting with State Buyers\nSupplier Best Practices\n\nThis session will focus on opportunities for MBE\, WBE and DVB certified firms but all are welcome to attend.  There is no cost to register. If you are unable to attend at this time\, the same session will be offered on May 14th at 1:30 p.m. \nHosted by Mark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/selling-goods-and-services-to-the-state-of-wisconsin-with-a-focus-on-mbe-wbe-dvb/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200422T201025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T201025Z
UID:10002205-1589288400-1589292000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The “NEW’ FPDS System - a first look at accessing federal contract data from beta.SAM.gov
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nFPDS is being migrated to https://beta.SAM.gov. The URL is not the only thing that is changing. So are data limits\, time frames\, access options and most importantly the query (report builder) interface. This webinar will provide a first look at an overview of the system\, information access options and how to use these various features to access data for insight about  your customers\, competitors\, and market. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-new-and-improved-fpds-system-a-first-look-at-accessing-federal-contract-data-from-the-beta-sam-gov-site/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200514
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200211T021410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T021410Z
UID:10001931-1589328000-1589414399@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Postponed - Women's Business Conference - Eau Claire\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Reserve your spot before May 1st\, 2020 and pay only $69 to attend the Wisconsin Women’s Business Conference\nFor just $69\, attend this phenomenal event featuring respected Wisconsin speakers\, entrepreneurs\, and visionaries. \nDesigned to inspire and connect you with other empowering women\, this event will provide you with the resources you are looking for to start\, improve\, or expand your business. At this full-day conference\, you’ll learn from established members of the business community in Western Wisconsin\, talk to business assistance providers\, and network with other women in business. \n\n100+ businesses display their services and products in the exhibitor hall\n20 educational sessions and roundtables cover a wide range of topics\nOne-on-one counseling available to discuss specific business questions\n\nJoin 500+ women in business at this popular annual event hosted by the Women’s Business Center\, a program of the Western Dairyland Community Action Agency.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/womens-business-conference-eau-claire-wi/
LOCATION:UWEC
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20191106T235037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T235037Z
UID:10002077-1589378400-1589382000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business With DLA - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Office of Small Business Programs offers monthly webinars to educate small businesses and others about DLA’s mission and opportunities to participate in our various supply chains. \nIn order to obtain access to the virtual platform send the following information via email to Alandra.Jones@dla.mil. \n1. Organization/Company Name \n2. Attendees Name \n3. Business Size \n4. Session date \n5. Please list your North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) codes for your company’s core competencies (list up to 5) \n6. Please indicate if you are associated with any of the following: \nThe Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP); SCORE Program; SBDC; or PTAC \n7. How did you hear about this webinar?
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-dla-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Alandra Jones":MAILTO:Alandra.Jones@dla.mil
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200514T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200508T204424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T204424Z
UID:10002213-1589457600-1589463000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Capital Development Board Lunch and Learn with FC Lighting - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join The Capital Development Board with a lunch and learn on Thursday\, May 14th\nfrom 12pm – 1:30 pm to listen and network with FC Lighting. FC Lighting a commercial lighting manufacturer in the greater Chicagoland area. \nAttendees will receive a link to the WebEx when they complete their purchase\, 48 hours prior\, 2 hours prior\, and 10 minutes before the event begins. \nFC Lighting\, under Bukas Lighting Group\, manufactures architectural LED lighting for high-end aesthetic installations with an incomparable value for quality solutions. The performance of LED-based lighting depends heavily on the key elements of fixture design. By maximizing efficiency through minimizing performance-robbing thermal build-up and controlling excessive and wasteful beam spread\, FC Lighting offers many valuable solutions. FC Lighting has several product lines including\, Step Lights\, Cylinders\, Flood Lights\, Ingrounds\, Pendants\, Exterior Decor\, Bollards\, and Directional Wall for exterior and interior applications. We are proud to be your premier LED solution provider. \nFC|SSL will be the most trusted manufacturer and supplier of commercial and industrial LED lighting solutions. We will offer specification grade products and other value solutions providing industry leading technology and an exceptional customer experience.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/capital-development-board-lunch-and-learn-with-fc-lighting-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200514T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200421T011727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T011727Z
UID:10002200-1589463000-1589466600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Selling Goods and Services to the State of Wisconsin- with a focus on MBE\, WBE & DVB
DESCRIPTION:The State of Wisconsin purchases billions of dollars of goods and services each year. Join Cheryl Edgington\, Deputy Bureau Director\, State Bureau of Procurement and Tondra Davis\, Director\, Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to learn how MINORITY (MBE)\, WOMEN (WBE) AND DISABLED VETERAN OWNED (DVB) ENTERPRISES can sell to the State of Wisconsin. \nThe session will cover: \n\nWhich of the State Agencies are buying\nOverview of what the State of Wisconsin buys\nHow to locate opportunities\nHow the State of Wisconsin buys\nWhat are eSupplier and VendorNet\nFinding and connecting with State Buyers\nSupplier Best Practices\n\nThis session will focus on opportunities for MBE\, WBE and DVB certified firms but all are welcome to attend.  There is no cost to register.  If you are unable to attend at this time\, the same session will be offered on May 12 at 10:30 a.m. \nHosted by Mark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/selling-goods-and-services-to-the-state-of-wisconsin-with-a-focus-on-mbe-wbe-dvb-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200515T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200310T210827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200310T210827Z
UID:10002151-1589529600-1589562000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The curriculum provides assistance to those interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources available to access start-up capital\, technical assistance\, contracting opportunities\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nB2BR Registration Process\n\n\nInterested participants must first create an account. Minimum required information is 1) First and Last Name\, 2) An active civilian email address\, and 3) Service Status. \n\n\nParticipants can choose to provide supplemental information to fill out their Community profile. Once logged in\, participants can identify and register in a particular B2BR class/location on the upcoming B2BR course calendar\, receive class notifications\, and download class curriculum materials.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/boots-to-business-reboot-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:WWBIC\, 1533 N RiverCenter Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200422T004522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T004522Z
UID:10002201-1589547600-1589551200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to CMMC Level 1
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nWhether your goal is to be certified at CMMC Level 3 or higher\, in the near future\, all DoD contractors will have to show a mastery of 17 basic cyber-security requirements associated with CMMC Level 1. Mastering these 17 principle requirements is the first step. To be eligible for CMMC Level 1 coded DoD awards\, a company will\, at a minimum\, have to undergo formal review of their CMMC Level 1 processes and procedures and these will have to merit being “formally certified.” \nThis webinar will review key terms\, principle requirements and a suggested approach for developing a process with which to move forward in preparation for meeting these new and upcoming requirements. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-cmmc-level-1-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T122232
CREATED:20200429T211633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T211633Z
UID:10002209-1589810400-1589814000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Selling Architecture\, Engineering and Construction to the State of Wisconsin – with a focus on MBE\, WBE and DVB - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The State of Wisconsin purchases billions of dollars of Architecture\, Engineering and Construction each year. Join Audra Jervey\, DOA Enterprise Contract Officer\, and Matt Klaila\, Program and Policy Analyst\, from DFDM (Division of Facilities Development and Management) and Tondra Davis\, Director\, Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to learn how MINORITY (MBE)\, WOMEN (WBE) AND DISABLED VETERAN OWNED (DVB) BUSINESS ENTERPRISES can sell to the State of Wisconsin. \nThe Division of Facilities Development and Management (DFDM) is responsible for the State Building Program for all state agencies and the University of Wisconsin System; and for building management\, maintenance\, and tenant occupancy services for 30 DOA State office buildings including the State Capitol and Executive Residence. \nThis session will focus on: \n\nContractor Certification Process\nWisBuild Access and Registration\nLocating Architecture\, Engineering & Construction Projects\nBid Process\nContract Evaluation and Award process\nManaging Contracts\n\nThis session will focus on opportunities for MBE\, WBE and DVB certified firms but all are welcome to attend. There is no cost to register. If you are unable to attend at this time\, the same session will be offered on May 20th. \nHosted by Mark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/selling-architecture-engineering-and-construction-to-the-state-of-wisconsin-with-a-focus-on-mbe-wbe-and-dvb-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
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