Satellite Office: Madison – DBE/ACDBE Update
2026-06-25 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presentation: DBE/ACDBE Update
Presenters:

Shirlean Clayton (she/her), Certification Manager Milwaukee County Office of Economic Inclusion
Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

DBE/ACDBE recertifications.
New businesses applications.

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Green Bay
2026-06-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Green Bay Chamber Startup Hub, 2701 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Greater Green Bay Chamber Startup Hub in Green Bay, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Green Bay, please click here.
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Satellite Office: Manitowoc
2026-06-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Progress Lakeshore, 202 N 8th St Ste 101, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Progress Lakeshore offices in Manitowoc, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Manitowoc, please click here.
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Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Issues Facing the DIB
2026-06-30 12:30 - 13:00
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
The session will provide an overview of NDIA’s Vital Signs research report. Learn what’s creating friction for some businesses and how to position your business to be a key member of the DIB as requirements change.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

DLA Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
2026-07-07 - 2026-07-08
The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get paid. There are also many other relevant topics of discussion. This session is free and is being held at DLA Land and Maritime in Columbus, Ohio.
When:
January-13/14
March-10/11
May 12/13 (In-Person)
July 7
September 15
November 17
Note: The May and November sessions are in-person only, all others are held virtually. All of these seminars are two days.
Register in advance for this meeting: Meeting Registration – Zoom
For more information, click here.
To view a list of events in this series, click here.

GOBC Fort McCoy [Fort McCoy - WI]
2026-07-07 08:00 - 13:30 | Fort McCoy, 1654 S 11th Ave, Fort McCoy, WI, 54656, United States
Registration is now open!

This will be the 20th Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) in the State of Wisconsin.
Additional details are posted to the conference webpage: www.wigobc.org.

Satellite Office: Oshkosh
2026-07-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation, 111 N. Main Street, Ste 204, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation in Oshkosh, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Oshkosh, please click here.
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Acquisition Hour: The Vocabulary of Acquisition AND Why it is Critical to Understand
2026-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
Understanding the terminology used in solicitations and related documents is critical to proper performance, compliance and evaluating alternatives. Terms such as Shall, Must, Should, May are just the tip of the definitional iceberg. We can’t review all terms but this session will provide examples and why learning the vocabulary is important.
Speaker:

Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

Satellite Office: Madison – State of Wisconsin Certifications-MBE/WBE/DVB
2026-07-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presenters:

Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

What are the benefits of certification, and why should you get certified?
Database listing.
Goals.
How to apply.

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Fond du Lac
2026-07-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Envision Greater Fond du Lac, 23 S Main St Ste 101, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Envision Greater Fond du Lac offices located in Fond du Lac, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Fond du Lac, please click here.
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RESCHEDULED - Cyber Thursday: Cybersecurity Requirements for Non-Department of War Contractors and Suppliers
2026-07-09 11:00 - 12:00
Federal cybersecurity requirements aren’t limited to Department of War contractors. Civilian agencies, prime contractors, and suppliers throughout the federal supply chain are increasingly subject to similar requirements, even when they do not contract directly with the Department of War. This Cyber Thursday session is designed for contractors outside the Department of War ecosystem who still need to understand FAR 52.204 21 basic safeguarding requirements, the forthcoming FAR CUI rule, CISA directives, and agency specific cybersecurity clauses that are frequently flowed down through federal contracts.
This session will cover current cybersecurity requirements, what changes are expected in the near future, and how to identify cybersecurity obligations embedded in contracts before they become compliance risks. Whether you contract directly with a civilian agency, supply a federal prime contractor, or are considering entering the federal marketplace for the first time, this webinar will help you understand baseline expectations, required documentation, and practical first steps toward compliance.
Speaker: Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
For the full schedule of the Cyber Thursday webinars, please click here.

Satellite Office: Madison
2026-07-13 09:00 - 16:00 | FEED Kitchens, 1219 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the FEED Kitchens in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison FEED Kitchens, please click here.
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Reverse Industry Day – Emerging Acquisition Strategies for Military Construction and Civil Works Projects
2026-07-15 15:00 - 17:30
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Sacramento District (SPK)
Subject: Reverse Industry Day – Emerging Acquisition Strategies for Military Construction and Civil Works Projects
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Sacramento District (SPK), invites industry partners to participate in a Reverse Industry Day focused on emerging acquisition strategies and project delivery methods. This event is intended to foster open dialogue between industry and USACE regarding innovative approaches to design and construction procurement.
BACKGROUND
Industry partners have gained significant experience implementing progressive and collaborative delivery methods, including Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Design-Build to Budget (DB2B), Integrated Design and Construction (IDAC), and Other Transaction Authorities (OTA). USACE is exploring opportunities to expand the use of these tools where appropriate and seeks direct feedback from industry to help shape future acquisition strategies and solicitation approaches.
Rather than conducting individual capability briefings, USACE will convene industry representatives in a roundtable forum to share lessons learned, discuss best practices, and identify opportunities to improve project delivery outcomes.
To learn more, click here.

GOBC Volk Field
2026-07-16 08:00 - 13:30 | Volk Field Air National Guard Base, 100 Independence Drive, Building 475, Camp Douglas, WI, 54618, United States
Registration is now OPEN!

This will be the 20th Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) in the State of Wisconsin.
Additional details will be posted to the conference webpage: www.wigobc.org.

Cyber Thursday: A Guide to Strong Supporting Documentation
2026-07-16 11:00 - 12:00
Strong supporting documentation is what separates a passing CMMC assessment from a failed one. Assessors do not award credit for controls they cannot verify on paper. This Cyber Thursday session walks contractors through the documentation that underpins a CMMC Level 2 assessment, including the System Security Plan (SSP), policies and procedures, the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), evidence artifacts, and the assessment objective mappings that tie everything together.
This session covers what each document should contain, how a C3PAO assessor uses documentation during an assessment, common reasons documentation is rejected, and how to organize an evidence package that withstands assessor scrutiny. Contractors preparing for a CMMC assessment, developing their first SSP, or refining existing documentation will leave with a clearer understanding of what “assessment ready” documentation looks like and where gaps commonly occur.
Speaker: Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
For the full schedule of the Cyber Thursday webinars, please click here.

Satellite Office: Eau Claire
2026-07-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Western Dairyland EOC, 418 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Western Dairyland EOC’s offices located in Eau Claire, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Eau Claire, please click here.
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Acquisition Hour: Using Data to Validate and Refine Your Go / No-Go Criteria AND 10+ Important Questions to Ask
2026-07-22 12:00 - 13:00
You want to do business with the federal government. There are over 2,000 federal contracting offices which may be a customer. Data can highlight which of those offices are legitimate potential customers, what they buy and who the competition is. This session will show that data is a key tool that all federal contractors should use when reviewing and updating their Go / No-go criteria.
Speaker:

Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

U.S. Department of Transportation National Small Business Matchmaking Series
2026-07-23 08:30 - 16:30 | Milwaukee, Milwaukee, United States
The National Small Business Matchmaking Series is a premier initiative designed to bridge the gap between local small businesses and the federal marketplace. Our mission is to empower American entrepreneurs by providing the tools and connections necessary to succeed in federal contracting.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Direct engagement with Federal procurement officials
Expanded access to federal contracting opportunities
Learn how to increase your participation in USDOT procurement opportunities

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Office of the Secretary
Office of the Chief Information Officer
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Highway Administration
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Federal Railroad Administration
Federal Transit Administration
Maritime Administration
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Pipeline & Hazardous Material Safety Administration
Volpe Center
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)

To learn more, click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – Selling to the State of Wisconsin
2026-07-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presenters:

Jessica Potter, WisPro Section Chief, Department of Administration, Division of Enterprise Operations, State Bureau of Procurement
Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

What does the State purchase?
Where to find opportunities.
Bidder registration.
Resources.

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

NCMA World Congress 2026
2026-07-26 - 2026-07-29 | Swan and Dolphin Hotel, 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830, United States
NCMA World Congress 2026
As the largest and most comprehensive gathering of contract management professionals, NCMA World Congress is where the contract workforce – from every sector and career stage – comes together to prepare for what’s next.
Regulations are being overhauled. AI is transforming the field. Supply chains are shifting. At World Congress, attendees gain the skills, insights, and partnerships needed to navigate and lead through this complexity.
This event delivers timely content, relevant to buyers and sellers, from Government leaders, Industry experts, policymakers and more. The program is designed to provide information in many ways—through keynote presentations, in-depth discussions, updates on the latest industry trends, and hands-on learning experiences.
World Congress offers up to 45 CPEs virtually and up to 65 CPEs in person to support annual continuous learning requirements.
Whether you’re looking to upskill to improve your impact, explore cutting-edge tools, make professional connections or navigate through change, World Congress is the place to be. Coming together has never been more critical to our shared success.
To learn more, click here.

Acquisition Hour: AI Adoption in Federal Work: Benefits, Risks, and Realities
2026-08-05 12:00 - 13:00
AI is here. It is being used by the federal government and by some contractors. It is a tool, not a panacea. All businesses should be exploring how to incorporate AI into their business and business processes. On this journey, businesses should establish their own guardrails of when to use AI and how to use AI.
Speaker:

Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

NDIA 18th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS)
2026-08-11 - 2026-08-13 | Novi Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI, 48374, United States
The NDIA Michigan Chapter presents the 18th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS)!
GVSETS provides the opportunity for the Ground Systems community to network and share technical research and innovations while discussing capability gaps and modernization needs. With global threats becoming more aggressive and complex, our nation must implement solutions to ensure our Warfighters have the right tools and solutions for current and future conflicts. The NDIA Michigan Chapter is dedicated to enhancing and modernizing warfighter capabilities, while helping find solutions for these gaps and needs.
For more information, click here.

Economic Development Training for Small Businesses
2026-08-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Wgechda Building – Community Gathering Space, 3136 West Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, 53208, United States
Join the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin and partnering organizations for an afternoon focused on economic development strategies for small businesses. Participants will hear from experts in law, entrepreneurship, and government contracting while learning about resources available to support business growth, access new markets, and strengthen long-term success. Networking opportunities, lunch, and engagement with regional business support organizations are included.
Featured Speakers
Amanda White Eagle
Great Lakes Indigenous Law Center
Amanda White Eagle will provide insights on legal and economic development considerations affecting Native-owned and small businesses. Drawing on experience with the Great Lakes Indigenous Law Center, the presentation will address resources and opportunities that can support business growth and long-term sustainability.
Jeff Glazer
UW Law & Entrepreneurship Clinic
Jeff Glazer works with entrepreneurs and emerging businesses through the University of Wisconsin Law & Entrepreneurship Clinic. Attendees will gain practical knowledge regarding business formation, legal considerations for startups, and resources available to help businesses navigate growth and development challenges.
Aina Vilumsons
Wisconsin Procurement Institute
Aina Vilumsons will discuss opportunities available to small businesses through government contracting and supplier development programs. Topics are expected to include accessing public-sector markets, identifying contracting opportunities, and leveraging available resources to support business expansion.
Event Hosts
Kevin Chesnik
American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin (AICCW)
Kevin Chesnik serves as a host partner for the event and supports efforts to strengthen economic development opportunities for Native-owned and small businesses throughout Wisconsin. The American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin works to promote entrepreneurship, business growth, and community development.
Alexis Harris
Potawatomi Ventures
Alexis Harris is a host partner representing Potawatomi Ventures. Potawatomi Ventures supports business development, innovation, and economic growth initiatives that help foster entrepreneurship and strengthen the regional business ecosystem.
To register, click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – Contracting Opportunities with Dane County and City of Madison
2026-08-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presenters:

Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

Vendor guide.
Registration process.
Purchasing resources

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Acquisition Hour: The Spend to the End: Are You Prepared for the End of the Federal Fiscal Year?
2026-08-19 12:00 - 13:00
September 30 is rapidly approaching. There will be normal procurement actions over the next several weeks. It is also “use or lose time.” Federal Budgets must be spent and that creates opportunities for those companies that are prepared. Let’s do a readiness review and see if you are ready for the end of the fiscal year!
Speaker:

Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

DIB Accelerator 2026: Revolutionizing Defense Investment
2026-08-25 - 2026-08-27 | Pennsylvania Convention Center, 129 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
We are excited to announce the DIB Accelerator 2026 is scheduled for this summer at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which will take place from August 25-27, 2026.
What to Expect at DIBX 2026:
Industrial Base Intelligence: Gain crucial insights from DoW and interagency leaders, specialized breakout sessions, and hands-on industry roundtables—all aimed at solving our most pressing industrial base challenges.
Unrivaled Access: Collaborate directly with Program Offices, Allies & Partners, and top-tier investors actively looking to fund and transition defense innovations.
Dynamic Exhibit Hall: Connect with over 60 industry partners and Government resourcing representatives while exploring new interactive features, including the Solutions Proving Ground and the DIB Discovery Hub. Bring your challenges and evaluate solutions enhancing your manufacturing, readiness, and operations
We look forward to accelerating defense investment with you this August in Philadelphia!
To learn more, click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – Preparing for Meetings with Federal, State and Local Buyers
2026-08-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presenters:

Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

What does the government buy?
Basics of what you need.

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.
