Wisconsin Procurement Institute

NDIA CMMC Academy - in person (Milwaukee - WI)
2026-01-28 | Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) – Pewaukee Campus, 800 Main St, Pewaukee, 53072, United States
NDIA CMMC Academy
Are you CMMC ready?
The NDIA CMMC Academy is your roadmap to staying eligible for federal and Department of War (DoW) contracts. Phase 1 implementation is underway, and new clauses are moving into prime and subcontractor agreements. If you touch federal work in any part of the supply chain, now is the moment to act.
Join NDIA’s Cybersecurity Division and the Great Lakes’ Chapter for a practical briefing on what the regulation includes and what you must do to bid, win, and perform under DoW solicitations.
What you’ll learn:

The evolution of CMMC and why it matters now
The three certification levels and which one fits your business
FCI vs. CUI: how to identify the data you handle
What a C3PAO is and how to select one
When a self-assessment is sufficient versus when a C3PAO certification is required
How DoW and federal agencies are enforcing the new requirements
Trusted resources to accelerate your CMMC journey

Mark your calendar: January 28, 2026.
Get clear on the requirements. Protect your eligibility. Move forward with confidence.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Mentor Protégé Program
2026-01-27 12:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
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.
This is not a program for all businesses. This is a program for unique businesses. This is a program for that special Large Business – Small Business team. There are three key ingredients: a large business that is interested, a small business of a size and maturity needed to excel and the small business with a defined list of items which they are seeking assistance. A good MPP agreement can benefit the Government, the Prime and the Small Business.
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.

State of Wisconsin Business Entity Lifecycle & Trademark Information Session
2026-01-22 11:00 - 13:00
This presentation will give a step-by-step guide on how to properly establish, operate and close a business in Wisconsin, along with tops to ensure you file all required Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) reports accurately and on time.
During this session, you will learn:

How to start a business and choose the right business entity
What you must do to keep your business in good standing with the DFI
How to correctly complete and submit required filings
What to do when dissolving or closing a business
An introduction to trademarks – what they protect, when you may need one, and how to register

Participants will leave with practical easy-to-follow information and resources to confidently manage their business compliance responsibilities.

Cyber Thursday: CMMC: Correctly Scoping Your Environment
2026-01-22 11:00 - 12:00
This webinar provides a clear overview of how to correctly scope an environment for CMMC compliance. It explains what systems, users, and data need to be included, and outlines common challenges organizations face when defining their assessment boundaries. The session will cover practical steps for identifying where Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) resides, how it moves, and what assets support it. The goal is to help participants understand the foundational scoping process so that later compliance efforts can be planned and executed more effectively.
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.

Acquisition Hour: The Basics of Cybersecurity for Any Small Business
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00
This session introduces the basic ideas of cybersecurity that apply to businesses of any size. It explains common threats, simple protective measures, and the importance of understanding where important data is stored and how it is used. The webinar outlines practical steps such as establishing access control, keeping software updated, training employees, and planning for incidents. The goal is to help participants understand core concepts that support safer and more resilient business operations.

Speakers:

Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

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

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS)
2026-01-20 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.
HELP WANTED! – That’s right. Our Help Wanted sign is out! The U.S. needs your help with building ships and submarines. We not only lack the right types of talent we lack the sufficient numbers of talented and skilled in the trades. Yes, DOW needs contractors, but they also need mechanics, machinists, welders and other related talent. Learn about the issues, efforts such as “Buildsubmarines.com” and others.
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.

Acquisition Hour: Selling to the Government – Is There an Opportunity for Your Small Business?
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00
The U.S. government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world, buying everything from office supplies and construction to advanced technology and professional services. But is government contracting the right market for your small business?
In this session, participants will learn:

How the government buys and what it looks for in small business suppliers
Key contracting programs and opportunities available to small businesses
The requirements and responsibilities of becoming a government contractor
Practical steps to assess whether pursuing government contracts aligns with your business goals

This training will help business owners evaluate the potential of selling to federal, state, and local government agencies and decide if this marketplace is a good fit for their company.

Speakers:

Ben Blanc, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

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

Expanding Business Opportunities in Rural Wisconsin WAUSHARA COUNTY – A Newly Designated HUBZone
2026-01-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Waushara County Government Center, 380 S Townline Rd, Wautoma, 54982, United States
AGENDA:
9:00am Registration
9:30am Welcome and Introductions
9:45am Federal Government 101 – How to Successfully Sell to the Federal Government – presented by WPI
10:15am Break
10:30am US SBA Small Business Certification Update – HUBZONE, WOMAN, DISADVANTAGED and VETERAN Getting and Leveraging Your HUBZone Certification – Presented by US SBA
11:15am US SBA Lending Programs – presented by US SBA
11:30am Closing comments
NOON Networking to end of program

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI)
2026-01-13 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.
In years past, the saying was “loose lips sink ships.” This is still true but today the issue is more complex. What members of the DIB need to be aware of, look out for, and protect against.
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
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-14
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 7/8
September 15/16
November 17/18 (In-Person)
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: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIscO-hrz4pGoYhHo4SavHYNqzKAMv1llQ
For more information, click here.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Defense Production Act
2026-01-06 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.
Big issues need a big solution. DPA Title III. An overview of the DPA and recent big problems that it has been used to solve. Going forward, it is logical that this powerful law will be used in the future.
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.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Setting Your Goals for the New Year
2025-12-30 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.
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.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: WPI Resources to Know About and Take Advantage of
2025-12-23 12:30 - 13:00

Cyber Thursday: CMMC – From Top to Bottom – A Program Review
2025-12-18 11:00 - 12:00
A comprehensive overview of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. Attendees will gain insight into the implementation process, including how organizations can prepare for assessment and certification. The session will also outline key requirements and practices across the maturity levels, emphasizing their alignment with NIST SP 800-171. Finally, we’ll review the timeline and milestones for rollout and enforcement, offering a clear picture of what contractors can expect in the future.
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: Fond Du Lac – hosted by Envision Greater Fond du Lac
2025-12-18 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 Envision in Fond du Lac, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Fond du Lac, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Office Hours: Madison – Disadvantaged Business Certification (DBE) – hosted by the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus
2025-12-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding an in-person session on Disadvantaged Business Certification (DBE) at the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Presentation on Disadvantaged Business Certification (DBE)
Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification can open important doors for small businesses by creating opportunities to work with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and other state and local government entities. This session will provide an overview of the program and how eligible businesses can benefit.
Participants will learn:

The benefits of DBE certification
Qualifications and eligibility requirements
How to apply for DBE certification
Strategies to leverage this certification for growth
Please RSVP/register for the presentation hour here.

10:15 – NOON – register for individual meetings following the session here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison – MATC Goodman South, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Acquisition Hour: Understanding the US SBA and Department of Defense (DOD) Mentor Protégé Programs (MPP) – What You Need to Know
2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) both offer Mentor-Protégé Programs (MPP) designed to help small businesses grow, strengthen their capabilities, and compete more effectively in the government marketplace. While both programs aim to foster collaboration between experienced contractors and emerging small businesses, they differ in structure, requirements, benefits, and application processes.
During this session, participants will learn:

The purpose and key features of the SBA and DoD Mentor-Protégé Programs
Eligibility requirements for mentors and protégés
Benefits and obligations for participating businesses
Application and approval processes
How to leverage these programs to enhance competitiveness and expand into new contracting opportunities

This training will provide valuable insights for businesses considering participation in either program, helping them understand which path best aligns with their goals in the federal contracting space.
Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Ben Blanc, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

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

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Develop Your Post-Marketplace Communication Plan
2025-12-16 12:30 - 13:00

Startup Hub 20 Year Celebration
2025-12-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Northeast Wisconsin Technical College – Startup Hub, 2701 Larsen Road, Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Greater Green Bay Chamber Startup Hub! More than just a physical or virtual space, the Startup Hub is a vibrant community where entrepreneurs at every stage come together to meet, create and collaborate.
Whether you’re a past tenant who grew with us, a current member, or simply curious about our space, let’s celebrate our mission of being greater for you and building a future, together.
Agenda
10 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Open house & resource fair
11 a.m. – Noon | Tour & remarks
Noon | Food & networking
Noon – 2 p.m. | Open house & resource fair
For more information, click here.

Satellite Office: Oshkosh – hosted by the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation
2025-12-16 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 at 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.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Green Bay – hosted by the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Startup Hub
2025-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Northeast Wisconsin Technical College – Startup Hub, 2701 Larsen Road, Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Startup Hub in Green Bay, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Green Bay at NWTC’s Startup Hub, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Finding DLA Opportunities - Learn to Navigate DIBBS Working Group
2025-12-12 11:00 - 13:00
The DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is a web-based application that provides the capability to search for, view, and submit secure quotes on Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for DLA items of supply. DIBBS also allows users to search and view Request For Proposals (RFPs), Invitations For Bid (IFBs), Awards, and other procurement information related to DLA. In this informative session, you will learn how to register for a DIBBS account and how to navigate the website to find opportunities on which to bid to expand your business.
Presenter: Alonzo Burris II, Small Business Professional, DLA Land and Maritime Office of Small Business Programs
Host: Ohio APEX Accelerator at Ohio University, Sharon Hopkins, Director
Facilitators: Karen Wivell, Associate Director of Central Ohio Region, Vikki Hawthorne, Procurement Specialist
Pre-registration is required. There is a two-part registration for this event. Please follow the link below and fill in the required information to receive the webinar link.
https://ohioapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/2998
For more information, click here.

The Importance of JCP Certification in Defense Contracting
2025-12-11 11:00 - 13:00
Join us as we go over the importance of JCP Certification in defense contracting. The JCP was established in 1985 to allow United States (U.S.)/Canadian contractors to apply for access to Department of Defense/Department of National Defense (DOD/DND) unclassified export controlled technical data/critical technology on an equally favorable basis in accordance with DODD 5230.25, “Withholding of Unclassified Technical Data and Technology from Public Disclosure,” and Canadian Technical Data Control Regulations.
We will learn about JCP requirements and application process along with DEV (DLA Enhanced Validation) – formerly EJCP.
Instructor:
Stephanie Holdridge,
U.S. and Canadian Joint Certification Program (JCP)
Defense Logistics Agency, Logistics Information Services (J34A-CA)
Co-Sponsors:
Defense Logistics Agency
Ohio APEX Accelerator at Ohio University
Arkansas APEX Accelerator
Minnesota Department of Administration APEX Accelerator
Nevada APEX Accelerator
Northwest Commission APEX Accelerator (Pennsylvania)
Southern Ohio APEX Accelerator
Pre-registration is required. There is a two-part registration for this event. Please follow the link below and fill in the required information to receive the webinar link:
https://ohioapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/3156
To learn more, click here.

Marketplace Wisconsin (Milwaukee, WI)
2025-12-10 - 2025-12-11 | The Baird Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53203
When small businesses succeed, Wisconsin thrives.

MARKETPLACE brings together business owners from across Wisconsin who are focused on growing their business. This event provides a unique opportunity for businesses to learn from and connect with business professionals, government and corporate buyers, potential mentors and partners as well as resource providers.
Visit the main conference page at this link: Marketplace Wisconsin.
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CONFIRMED MARKETPLACE BUYERS
CORPORATIONS / GOVERNMENT PRIME CONTRACTORS

Greenfire Management Services
HGA Architects and Engineers
Michels Corporation
Microsoft
Oshkosh Defense
Snap-on Incorporated
U.S. Bank
Veolia Water Milwaukee
WEC Energy Group
WPS Health Solutions

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

City of Madison
City of Milwaukee
City of Wauwatosa
Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center
Milwaukee County Facilities Management Architecture, Engineering & Environmental Services
Milwaukee County Transit
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)
Racine Unified School District

STATE GOVERNMENT

Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), State Bureau of Procurement
Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), State Bureau of Procurement, IT Sourcing Section
Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction – Bureau of School Nutrition
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

UNIVERSITIES / EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Marquette University
University of Wisconsin – Madison

The Contracting Academy (TCA) - Virtual
2025-12-09 09:00 - 16:00 | GoToWebinar
The Contracting Academy (TCA) is an opportunity for businesses to grow their technical knowledge of contracting with Federal Government, State and Local Government, and Government Prime Contractors. The series of workshops will benefit established businesses looking to grow and develop their government sales. To access the dedicated TCA virtual conference webpage and review previous TCAs, click here.
REGISTER NOW!
AGENDA FOR THE DAY
9:00 AM – Opening Remarks – Dr. Gene Manzanet – Senior Director Diverse Business Development, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

Session Time
Title

9:00 AM
Doing Business with the State of Wisconsin – Products and Services

Jessica Potter – WisPro Section Chief, Department of Administration-Division of Enterprise Operations, State Bureau of Procurement

10:00 AM
Doing Business with the State of Wisconsin – Construction, A/E & Related Services

Audra Jervey – Enterprise Contract Officer, Division of Facilities Development and Management (DFDM), State of Wisconsin

Matt Klaila – Program and Policy Analyst, Division of Facilities Development and Management (DFDM), State of Wisconsin

11:00 AM
Selling to Local Governments

Brian Pittelli – Buyer, City of Madison

Michelle Kaczmarowski – Procurement & Supplier Development Manager, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)

Peter Patten – Purchasing Manager, Dane County

Suzanne Carter – Purchasing Manager, Milwaukee County Department of Administrative Services

[Moderator] Aina Vilumsons – President-Executive Director, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

Break for Lunch

1:00 PM
Update on Government Small / Diverse Certifications

Alex Ysquierdo, MSc – Director, Department of Administration Supplier Diversity Program

Dontreal Teague – Business Inclusion Program Coordinator, City of Milwaukee

Samuel Jack – Senior Counsel, Husch Blackwell

Shane Mahaffy – Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

[Moderator] Aina Vilumsons – President-Executive Director, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

2:00 PM
Proposal Management in the Early Days of AI

David Zvenyach – Founder, Tandem – CEO, MakeGov

3:00 PM
Navigating CMMC: Practical Strategies for Defense Contractors and Subcontractors

Andrew Green – Chief Business Officer, Strohwig Industries

Jerome Miastkowski – CEO, Aeroplicity

Matthew Frost – Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

Megan McKinney – VP Business Development, CyberNlNES

[Moderator] Aina Vilumsons – President-Executive Director, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Suzanne Carter – Purchasing Manager, Milwaukee County Department of Administrative Services

Andrew Green – Chief Business Officer, Strohwig Industries

Samuel Jack – Senior Counsel, Husch Blackwell

Audra Jervey – Enterprise Contract Officer, Division of Facilities Development and Management (DFDM), State of Wisconsin

Michelle Kaczmarowski – Procurement & Supplier Development Manager, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)

Shane Mahaffy – Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

Megan McKinney – VP Business Development, CyberNlNES

Jerome Miastkowski – CEO, Aeroplicity

Peter Patten – Purchasing Manager, Dane County

Brian Pittelli – Buyer, City of Madison

Jessica Potter – WisPro Section Chief, Department of Administration-Division of Enterprise Operations, State Bureau of Procurement

Dontreal Teague – Business Inclusion Program Coordinator, City of Milwaukee

Alex Ysquierdo, MSc – Director, Department of Administration Supplier Diversity Program

David Zvenyach – Founder, Tandem – CEO, MakeGov

Matthew Frost – Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

[Moderator] Aina Vilumsons – President-Executive Director, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

ALSO, join us in person on December 10th and 11th, downtown in Milwaukee at Marketplace Wisconsin.

Questions? Contact Michael Steger at Michaels@wispro.org or at (414) 270-3600.

MxD Casting and Forging Industry Workshop #2
2025-12-09 08:30 - 17:00 | MxD Headquarters, 1415 N Cherry Ave, Chicago, IL, 60642, United States
About the Event
Understanding Potential Solutions to Advance Casting & Forging through Digital Manufacturing
MxD is developing a technology roadmap focused on how digital manufacturing technologies can benefit the Casting and Forging industry. The roadmap will examine critical phases in the lifecycle, including design, production, and supply chain, and will be informed through a series of 3 in-person workshops with industry, academia, government, and relevant trade associations.
MxD is looking for organizations that would be willing to participate in one or more of the workshops to share their expertise in the industry and their experiences with digital manufacturing technologies and how they might be better utilized throughout the casting and forging lifecycle.
The second workshop will take place on December 9, 2025 from 8:30am-5pm, at the MxD facility in Chicago, IL.
For more information, click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – hosted by the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue Campus
2025-12-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue Campus, 2125 Commercial Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue campus in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Commerical Avenue, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Office Hours: Madison – Doing Business with the Federal Government – hosted by the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus
2025-12-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding an in-person session on Doing Business with the Federal Government at the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Presentation on Doing Business with the Federal Government
Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator
The Federal government is the world’s largest buyer of goods and services — and a significant potential customer for small businesses. This session is designed to help businesses understand the federal contracting landscape and prepare to take their first steps toward becoming a government supplier.
Participants will learn:

How to determine if the Federal government could be a good customer for their business
How to register as a potential supplier
What small business certifications are available to qualified businesses
How to locate contracting opportunities
Please RSVP/register for the presentation hour here.

10:15 – NOON – register for individual meetings following the session here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison – MATC Goodman South, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Acquisition Hour: Defense Contract Management Agency Overview
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00
Speakers:

Details coming soon!

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

Satellite Office: La Crosse – hosted by Veterans in Professions
2025-12-03 09:00 - 16:00 | Veterans in Professions, 1501 St. Andrews Street Ste C-100, La Crosse, WI, 54603, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in Veterans in Professions in La Crosse, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for La Crosse, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.
