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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T203000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T120000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T120000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T150000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T163000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181018T170000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180906T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T104312
CREATED:20180905T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T162942Z
UID:10001737-1536222600-1536246000@www.wispro.org
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
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