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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Veterans Bonanza - La Crosse\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Largest Veterans event in the Tri-State Area! \nServices Available: \n\nHealthcare (Mental\, Counseling\, In-Home)\nDental\nNursing Care\nFinancial Advice\nVA Claims\nRetirement Planning\nEnd of Life Planning\nMilitary Records\nEmployment\nRecreation\nFree Legal Clinic\n\nand much more!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/veterans-bonanza-la-crosse-wi/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel\, 200 Second St. S\, 200 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191227T212234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T212234Z
UID:10002123-1584532800-1584536400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Creating Advanced Queries with the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nTake your insight into government procurement to the next level with this webinar on advanced features of the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) (https://www.fpds.gov) Dig into the FPDS ad-hoc query model to understand how to develop queries that focus on answering your questions and how to mine the treasure trove of information that is available. \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-creating-advanced-queries-with-the-federal-procurement-data-system-fpds/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T023611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T023611Z
UID:10002093-1584468000-1584473400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 6: FAR Parts 19-23; 24-29 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe sixth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 19-23; 24-29. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nPart 19: Small Business Programs\nPart 22: Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions\nPart 23: Environment\, Energy and Water Efficiency\, Renewable Energy Technologies\, Occupational Safety\, and Drug-Free Workplace\nPart 24: Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information\nPart 25: Foreign Acquisition\nPart 26: Other Socioeconomic Programs\nPart 27: Patents\, Data and Copyrights\nPart 28: Bonds and Insurance\nPart 29: Taxes \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-24-29-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191227T211852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T211852Z
UID:10002122-1584450000-1584453600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Market Segmentation for Enhanced Business Development
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nFocus your time and resources on learning about and marketing to the most important buying offices for your business. This is a key step in Market Segmentation. Explore key factors that are of interest and importance to your business and its success. Recognize opportunities that will consume time\, effort and funds but are more flyers than true opportunities. Apply these factors and develop a Go/No-go strategy to be used for both customer and opportunity selection. \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-market-segmentation-for-enhanced-business-development/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191127T203047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T203047Z
UID:10002094-1584432000-1584549000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:DLA Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. 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 Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid. \nThere will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides services. All sessions are held at DLA Land and Maritime\, Columbus\, Ohio\, free of charge. The only cost you incur is lodging\, food\, and transportation based on individual location. \nSeminars are held from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dla-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200316T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200310T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200310T204205Z
UID:10002149-1584349200-1584363600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Making Connections that Count! A Matchmaking Event - Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Is Subcontracting Right For You? The General Services Administration (GSA)\, Great Lakes Region (R5)\, Office of Small Business Utilization (OSBU) wants ​to help WOSB’s find and secure contract opportunities with the Federal Government.  One way to grow your business is through subcontracting.  ​Brock Construction Inc.\,\n(https://brockconstructionva.com/)  and IYKA Inc. (https://iyka.com/)  (both confirmed) are prime contractors who​ have expressed a desire to meet with WOSBs interested in learning more about subcontract opportunities with their company. \nOn Monday\, March 16\, 2020\,  9:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. (CST)\, ​the Great Lakes\, Region 5\, Office of Small Business Utilization (​R5OSBU​)​ will be hosting a Women-Owned Small Business Event. The location is the Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building\, 77 West Jackson Blvd\, Conference Room 331\, Chicago\, IL 60604.  Event details are as follows: \n\nBrock Construction Inc.\, and IYKA Inc. will be presenting and participating in ​a panel discussion which ​will include best practices for contracting​\, relationship building​ and their subcontractor process​\nWOSB Capabilities Introductions\nNetworking opportunities with Brock Construction and IYKA​\nBrock Construction is seeking WOSB’s with NAICS code 236220\nIYKA is seeking WOSB’s with NAICS codes 541511 & 541512\n\nRegistration closes Thursday\, March 12\, 2020\, 5:00 p.m. CST.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/making-connections-that-count-a-matchmaking-event-chicago-il/
LOCATION:Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building\, 77 W Jackson Blvd\, Room 328\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Cruz":MAILTO:maureen.cruz@gsa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200312T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200312T140000
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CREATED:20200214T021610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T021610Z
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SUMMARY:AT&T: Community Business Fostering Event - Milwaukee
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Central MSDC and WBDC-Wisconsin at the (free) AT&T: Community Business Fostering Event. The goal of this program\, in partnership with AT&T\, is to encourage aspiring and/or established diverse businesses for growth and success\, through connections to business resource experts. The following (and more) will be resource tables at the event: \n\nWPI\nWWBIC\nWisconsin WBDC\nNorth Central MSDC\nSE Wisconsin SCORE\nSBDC at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\nQuaryle & Brady LLP\nadBidtise\n\n8:30-9:00 AM- Check-in/Registration \n9:00 AM- AT&T – Welcome \n9:45-2:00 PM  – Program \nThe program topics include (program order may change): \n\nBusiness Innovation: Jason Rebello\, Managing Partner\, Rebel Ventures and consultant for WBDC’s Innovation Network.\nOpen the Door: Secrets and Answers to Start-Ups and Acquisitions: Ed Stein\, Mentor\, SCORE Southeastern\, WI\nChoosing a Legal Entity for Your Business Patricia A. Hintz\, Partner\, Quarles & Brady LLP\nGetting Your Financials in Order: Jason E. Mueller\, Program Manager\, Small Business Development Center\, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\nMarketing & Building Your Customer Base: Katherine Ramirez\, Owner & Creative CEO of adBidtise
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/att-community-business-fostering-event/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County War Memorial Center\, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Radtke":MAILTO:cradtke@northcentralmsdc.net
GEO:43.0439191;-87.8929762
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191106T234646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T234646Z
UID:10002073-1583935200-1583938800@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-5/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Alandra Jones":MAILTO:Alandra.Jones@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200311T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200131T015406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200131T015406Z
UID:10001923-1583928000-1583931600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Update on the Hour Wage Labor Law
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nThis session will provide attendees with an update on federal wage-hour laws to help employers maintain compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts\, Service Contract Act and Fair Labor Standards Act provisions. A particular emphasis will be placed on the application of these laws in the construction industry. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nPrevailing wages\nCompleting certified payrolls forms\nThe correct payment of overtime\nTests used to determine if an employee should be classified as exempt\nThe Davis Bacon Act\n\nSpeaker: Corey Walton\, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist – U.S. Department of Labor/Wage & Hour Division \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-update-on-the-hour-wage-labor-law-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T023244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T023244Z
UID:10002091-1583863200-1583868600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 5: FAR Parts 1-18 - Practice Test Review - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe fifth 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-5-far-parts-1-18-practice-test-review-webinar/
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:20200310T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200310T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200208T012743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T012743Z
UID:10001929-1583830800-1583839800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Federal 8(a) Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities – Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Businesses that are considered Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) due to social and economic disadvantage may qualify for certification under the 8(a) program. This presentation is recommended for any small business that may qualify as socially and economically disadvantaged\, and wants to take advantage of the benefits of the 8(a) program. \nWhile there is no goal for the 8(a) program\, the SBA supports a goal of 5% set aside for SDB. The 8(a) program is not a minority business program\, but has many benefits that include preference in contracting\, preferential teaming agreements and focused business development training. \nBusiness certified under the 8(a) program can also: \n\nReceive sole source contracts\,\nCompete for set-aside contracts\nReceive assistance from a Business Opportunity Specialist to help navigate federal contracting\nForm joint ventures with established businesses through the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program\nReceive management and technical assistance\, including business training\, counseling\, marketing assistance and high-level executive development\n\nDuring this session we will cover: \n\nThe very basics of selling to the Federal Government\n• 8(a) certification requirements\n• 8(a) certification application process\n• Locating 8(a) set aside opportunities\n• Marketing your 8(a) business\n\nSpeakers:  \n\nShane Mahaffy\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBenjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThere is NO COST to attend this workshop\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-8a-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities-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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200312
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191218T035637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191218T035637Z
UID:10002107-1583798400-1583971199@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:NDIA Cyber-Physical Systems Security Summit 2020 - Troy\, MI
DESCRIPTION:DIA Michigan is committed to being a conduit of educational and informative dialog between industry\, government\, and academia specific to Cyber-Physical Security (CPS) of military connected and autonomous systems such as: ground vehicle systems\, military drones\, heavy trucks\, aerospace\, robotics and maritime platforms. \nRegister information is coming soon.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-cyber-physical-systems-security-summit-2020-troy-mi/
LOCATION:Troy Marriott\, 200 W. Big Beaver Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:cybersecurity@ndia-mich.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191227T211517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T211517Z
UID:10002121-1583323200-1583326800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Basics of the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nBuild your government sales. Know your customer! Know what they buy and how they buy. Know when they buy. Know your competitors and general contract values. These are just some of the questions that can be answered by using FPDS and all business should have a working knowledge of this important tool. This webinar will provide an overview of the FPDS system and how to create and use basic queries to answer these questions and others. No knowledge of the FPDS system is required. \n  \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-basics-of-the-federal-procurement-data-system-fpds/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T022852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T022852Z
UID:10002088-1583258400-1583263800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 4: FAR Parts 13-15 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe fourth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 13-15. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nPart 13: Simplified Acquisition Procedures\nPart 14: Sealed Bidding\nPart 15: Contracting by Negotiation \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-4-far-parts-13-15-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191127T224931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T224931Z
UID:10002096-1582718400-1582722000@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 \nThe U. S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your small business obtain contract bid\, performance\, & payment bonds. Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed. \nMany public and private contracts require surety bonds\, which are offered by surety companies. The SBA guarantees surety bonds for certain surety companies\, which allows the companies to offer surety bonds to small businesses that might not meet the criteria for other sureties. \nDoes your business have: Limited Financial Resources? You have no Prior Bonded Work Experience? Trouble Bonding as a Startup? A Desire to Increase its Current Bond Limits? – if the answer is YES – YOU SHOULD ATTEND! \nThis webinar will cover: \nContract Bonds \n\nWhat they are and why they are required\nYour potential bonding capacity\nWays to maximize your surety credit\n\nSBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program \n\nContract bond guarantees up to $6.5 million\nThe SBA advantage\nCosts and getting started\n\nSpeaker: Tamara Murray\, Underwriting Marketing Specialist\, U.S 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-surety-bond-sba/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T022557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T022557Z
UID:10002086-1582653600-1582659000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 3: FAR Parts 16-18; 10-12 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe third session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 16-18 and 10-12. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nPart 10: Market Research\nPart 11: Describing Agency Needs\nPart 12: Acquisition of Commercial Items\nPart 16: Types of Contracts\nPart 17: Special Contracting Methods\nPart 18: Emergency Acquisitions \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-3-far-parts-16-18-10-12-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=America/Chicago:20200225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191115T205749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T205749Z
UID:10001895-1582635600-1582639200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: State and Federal Certifications for Veteran and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nSecuring government contracts and subcontracts is not easy. As a Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) you may gain preference when competing for contracts with the State of Wisconsin and Federal government agencies. \nThis webinar will focus on the various veteran owned business certifications and the basics of qualifying and applying. \nIn this webinar\, businesses will learn more about certifications offered by the: \n\nState of Wisconsin Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (DVB) certification\nVets First Verification Program (CVE) – for veteran and service disabled veteran owned firms looking to do business with the US Department of Veterans Affairs (and FAA)\nUS SBA Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Program (SDVOSB) – for firms working with Federal agencies other than the US Department of Veterans Affairs\nOther certifications\n\nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\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-state-federal-certifications-for-vosb-sdvosb/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200221
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200114T231133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T231133Z
UID:10001914-1582070400-1582243199@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:34th DBE Workshop & Secretary's Golden Shovel Awards - Pewaukee
DESCRIPTION:Pursue – Win-Execute \nDiversifying Contract in Design and Construction \nConference Itinerary \n\n18 Business Development Workshops to include four formal networking sessions with primes\, DBE firms\, TrANS Grads and WisDOT Leadership\nNAMC Golden Shovel Awards and Informal Networking Reception – Day 1 – 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm.\nSecretary’s Golden Shovel Awards and Project Detail Presentations – Day 2 – Awards Luncheon – 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/34th-dbe-workshop-secretarys-golden-shovel-awards/
LOCATION:The Ingleside Hotel\, 2810 W. Golf Rd.\, Pewaukee\, WI\, 53072\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosalind Roberson":MAILTO:rosalind.roberson@dot.wi.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T022059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T022059Z
UID:10002085-1582048800-1582054200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 2: FAR Parts 1-9 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe second session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 1-9. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nPart 1: Federal Acquisition Regulations System\nPart 2: Definitions of Words and Terms\nPart 3: Improper Business Practices and Personal Conflicts of Interest\nPart 4: Administrative Matters\nPart 5: Publicizing Contract Actions\nPart 6: Competition Requirements\nPart 7: Acquisition Planning\nPart 8: Required Sources of Supplies and Services\nPart 9: Contractor Qualifications \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-ncma-wi-chapter-cfcm-study-session-2-far-parts-1-9/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191227T211118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T211118Z
UID:10002120-1582030800-1582034400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Data Insight for Government Contractors - Turning Data Into Usable Information
DESCRIPTION:Information drives business – raw data doesn’t. Being able to transform data into information is the key step in gaining insights into your marketplace and developing a competitive strategy. This webinar will provide information on a variety of information sources\, tools available for processing data and being able to develop the needed insights to answer questions and move forward. \n  \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-data-insight-for-government-contractors-turning-data-into-usable-information/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191031T235519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T235519Z
UID:10002055-1582012800-1582027200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:USACE Rock Island District Business Opportunity Open House - Bettendorf\, IA
DESCRIPTION:The Rock Island District will be hosting a Business Opportunities Open House which will give contractors (large and small) the opportunity to engage in an open house/reverse trade show setting with main program areas supporting the district mission\, contracting\, small business office\, and key leadership. \nYou will also have the opportunity to network with some of the district’s large business contractors and others in attendance for potential partnership opportunities. \nThere will also be informal discussion groups on a variety of topics led by USACE personnel and resource partners throughout the event. \nFurther event details and registration information will be coming soon!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/usace-rock-island-district-business-opportunity-open-house-bettendorf-ia/
LOCATION:Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center\, 2021 State St\, Bettendorf\, IA\, 52722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth White%2C Deputy%2C Small Business Programs":MAILTO:elizabeth.m.white@usace.army.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200110T223540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T223540Z
UID:10002131-1581593400-1581602400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:SAME Lake Michigan Post Luncheon- Great Lakes\, IL
DESCRIPTION:In a recent briefing by Ms. Lord on Jan 31 2020\, she stated “we needed to consistently and clearly communicate the desired end state to build a cyber-safe\, cyber-secure and cyber-resilient defense industrial base.” \nDOD contractors and subcontractors now have a well-defined and relevant new objective to achieve.  Join Harry Koujaian\, Principal Engineer – Technical Support Security+\, CASP+\, MCSE 2003\, CHFI\, SI BP AM R&D FLD\, SIEMENS at this month’s meeting for a discussion on the role Siemens is playing in meeting these new cyber / resiliency priorities. \n11:30 am – Registration and Networking \n12:00 pm – Lunch & Program \n\nTopic: Resiliency\nPresenter: Harry Koujaian\, Principal Engineer – Technical Support\, Siemens\n\n1:30 pm – Networking \n2:00 pm – End of Program \nNo base access required.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-lake-michigan-post-luncheon-great-lakes-il/
LOCATION:National Museum of the American Sailor\, Building 42\, Naval Station Great Lakes\, Great Lakes\, IL\, 60888\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
GEO:42.3125884;-87.8431686
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Museum of the American Sailor Building 42 Naval Station Great Lakes Great Lakes IL 60888 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Building 42\, Naval Station Great Lakes:geo:-87.8431686,42.3125884
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191106T234538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T234538Z
UID:10002072-1581516000-1581519600@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-4/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Alandra Jones":MAILTO:Alandra.Jones@dla.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191119T014901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191119T014901Z
UID:10001897-1581514200-1581517800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Minority Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Minority owned business can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. \nIt is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\n\nSpeakers: Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and Shane Mahaffy\, Small Business Administration \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-intro-certs-minority-owned-bus/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191115T205326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T205326Z
UID:10001893-1581508800-1581512400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\n\nSpeakers: Shane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Kim Garber\, 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-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-wosb/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191114T021746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T021746Z
UID:10002083-1581444000-1581449400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 1: Intro- CFCM Requirements: Basic Refresher - Government Contracting - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Advanced registration is now closed. Please contact Benjamin Blanc with questions at benjaminb@wispro.org. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and National Contract Management Association (NCMA) are hosting a series of CFCM study sessions for 2020. The first session will discuss the CFCM requirements\, an overview of the FAR and the basics of federal contracting. \nThese sessions are open to those seeking CFCM certification as well as those who just want to learn more about the FAR. \nThese sessions are provided at no cost but 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-ncma-wi-chapter-cfcm-study-session-1-intro-cfcm-requirements-basic-refresher-government-contracting-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200211T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20200109T005501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T005501Z
UID:10002129-1581409800-1581418800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Selling to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Milwaukee
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed. Onsite registration is available. \nDoing contract work for the VA can be challenging.  Join WPI to hear about how the VA works\, how to respond to solicitations\, VA verification process for veteran owned businesses\, and maximize your success in selling to the VA.  WPI special guest speakers are Steven Maier\, VA Small Business Specialist\, along with James Strube and Tammie Clendenning from the US Small Business Administration.  Small businesses interested in selling to the VA will not want to miss this unique opportunity. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow the VA purchases products\, supplies and services\nVA verification process for veteran owned small businesses\nOther federal small business certifications\nUS SBA financing programs\nHow to respond to VA solicitations\n\nRegistration will open at 8:30 am. The program will begin at 9:00 am.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/selling-to-the-us-department-of-veterans-affairs-va/
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
GEO:43.0434765;-88.0446759
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Technology Innovation Center Room 121 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121 Wauwatosa WI 53226 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121:geo:-88.0446759,43.0434765
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191227T210550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T210550Z
UID:10002119-1580904000-1580907600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Companies 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-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-will-impact-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191220T232307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T232307Z
UID:10002114-1580806800-1580815800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Madison (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\nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBenjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThere is NO COST to attend this workshop\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-hubzone-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities-madison-wi/
LOCATION:WWBIC\, 2300 S Park St Ste 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040642
CREATED:20191104T202446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T202446Z
UID:10002057-1580400000-1580409000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Annual Meeting and Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:WPI is celebrating 32 years\, but it is not about us.\nThis year we will focus on expanding opportunities for Wisconsin businesses in technology\, R&D and non-traditional opportunities. We will learn how to really understand the government’s challenges and requirements and how to use mechanisms such as OTAs\, PIAs\, CRADAs\, DIU\, SOFWERX / AFWERX\, prize challenges and other processes. Federal contracting is not just responding to posted bids. It is understanding the real opportunities and challenges and understanding what is really required by the contractor to succeed in this environment. \nJoin the WPI Board of Directors\, government contractors from around the state and government influencers for a sharing of knowledge and a discussion on the “State of Government Contracting in the State” and how to expand Wisconsin’s Federal contracting power to truly increase businesses sales\, profits and jobs. \nIt is about the businesses we serve and the services and products they provide to our country. \n\nSpeakers include: \n\nLTC Steven Helm is an active duty Army Lieutenant Colonel and Product Integrator for the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).  In this role he is responsible for the integration of sensors and tactical systems.  He has 20 years of experience in supporting national security objectives throughout a global theatre. His additional Department of Defense Acquisition assignments include Contracting Officer for the Army Contracting Command-Rock Island\, IL; Contracting Branch Chief\, Regional Contracting Center\, Afghanistan; and Assistant Program Manager and Chief of Staff\, Program Executive Office (PEO) Simulation\, Training\, and Instrumentation (STRI)\, Orlando\, FL.  His areas of expertise include Systems Program Management\, Procurement and Sourcing Strategy Development\, and Government Cross Collaboration with small businesses and non-traditional defense contractors.\nSteve is a certified Army Acquisition Corps member; Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 3 certified in Program Management and Level 3 certified in Contracting.  He holds a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin Consortium and a BA in Communications from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.\n\n  \n\nDave Zvenyach is an attorney\, strategist\, author\, full-stack software developer\, and innovative former government executive who helps businesses and government work smarter\, together. Dave has unique expertise on all things public sector; he has held positions in all three branches of government\, as well as at the federal\, state\, and local levels. He served as a Senior Technical Advisor and Assistant Commissioner for the US General Service Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service Office of Systems Management; Executive Director of 18F; Deputy Commissioner for the GSA Technology Transformation Service (“TTS”); Assistant Commissioner for the TTS Office of Acquisition; General Counsel to the DC Council; Chief of Staff to Councilmember Mary Cheh; and judicial law clerk to United States District Judge Yvette Kane.\n\n  \n\nSean Ketter is Vice President\, Supply Chain Operations\, Global Procurement and Supply Chain at Oshkosh Corporation. He is responsible for overall supplier performance\, business process management\, technology and supply chain risk management strategies for Oshkosh Corporation globally. Sean’s focus is creating and deploying common processes to understand and improve how Oshkosh Corporation and its global supply base work together.  In addition\, Sean overseas the Supply Chain function for Oshkosh Corporation’s manufacturing operations located in Leon\, Mexico.\n\n  \n\nWilliam Hughes is a Partner in the Milwaukee office of Husch Blackwell LLP. He is a member of the firm’s Construction Services Team and has expertise in all aspects of construction and public contract law. Bill represents construction managers and prime and subcontractors\, on construction issues\, including the drafting and negotiating of construction contracts. He has extensive experience in the award\, protest\, and litigation of competitively bid and publicly awarded contracts\, and he counsels federal contractors on all aspects of government contracts including the Federal Acquisition Regulations\, audits\, bids\, changes\, costs\, claims\, intellectual property rights\, terminations and negotiations. He also has extensive arbitration and litigation experience representing clients in recovering damages or defending against claims on both private and public contracts.\n\nAgenda \n3:45 – Registration Opens \n4:00 – Networking\, Appetizers\, Beverages \n5:00 – Program Begins \nWelcome \nBill Hughes\, WPI Chairman \nMary Gage\, Vice President\, Business &  Community Development\, WEDC \nAndrew Bergholz\, Executive Vice President of Sales\, TAPCO \n  \nThe State of Federal Contracting in Wisconsin \nAina Vilumsons\, CEO\, WPI \n  \nDriven to Lead\, Built to Last\n \nSean Ketter\, Vice President\, Supply Chain Operations\, Oshkosh Corporation \n  \nBringing more Federal Dollars to Wisconsin: Opportunities lie in the Challenges  \nLTC Steve Helm \nDave Zvenyach \n  \nForum \nHow to augment and leverage in-state initiatives to increase federal procurement dollars to Wisconsin? \n  \n6:30 Program Ends\, Final Networking  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHosted by TAPCO – Traffic &  Parking Control Co.\, Inc. \nThe registration fee for this event is $75.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-annual-meeting-wi-fed-contractor-forum-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Hosted by TAPCO (Traffic & Parking Control\, INC.)\, 5100 W Brown Deer Rd\, Brown Deer\, WI\, 53223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary DeBlois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.179222;-87.975498
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