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SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: NIST's Tips and Tactics for Ransomware Protection
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \nApplying NIST’s Tips and Tactics for Ransomware protection for both primes and subcontractors \nDiscover the practical steps that can be used to combat Ransomware. Ransomware has become a major threat to all businesses. An unintended mouse click can wreak havoc. There is no outrunning it. In a blink\, it will devastate your network. Both computers and the network become effectively useless. This webinar will review NIST’s Tips and Tactics for protection against Ransomware. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-nists-tips-and-tactics-for-ransomware-protection/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210804T003411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T003411Z
UID:10002585-1629894600-1629901800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Dept. of Labor Seminar on Prevailing Wage Requirements
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo help employers\, workers and others stakeholders understand federal standards for prevailing wages on federally funded construction and service contracts\, the U.S. Department of Labor is offering virtual compliance seminars for contracting agencies\, contractors\, unions\, workers and other stakeholders. The seminars will be from 12:30 – 2:30 PM on August: \n– August 11 \n– August 12 \n– August 25 \n– August 26 \nAttendance is free\, but registration is required by Aug. 11. Click here to register. \nParticipants will have access to pre-recorded trainings on a variety of Davis-Bacon and SCA compliance topics\, followed by the opportunity to participate in an overview and Q & A on these topics with DOL staff from the Government Contracts Enforcement Division\, the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations\, the Branch of SCA Wage Determinations\, and Regional Enforcement Coordinators. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dept-of-labor-seminar-on-prevailing-wage-requirements-2/2021-08-25/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Labor":MAILTO:WHDNOComm@dol.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210813T203222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210813T203222Z
UID:10002594-1629288000-1629291600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:FAST 2021 Conference Series- Facilities Maintenance and Repair
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe General Services Administration will be hosting the virtual FAST 2021 Conference Series – Facilities Maintenance and Repair on Wednesday\, August 18\, 12:00 PM CDT.  \nThis live webinar will be led by GSA category and acquisition experts\, and explore techniques and tools for sourcing facilities maintenance & repair solutions. The session kicks-off with an overview of the government-wide category followed by a series of scenario-based sessions covering research techniques\, best practices\, and tailored acquisition planning resources. \nTo register\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/fast-2021-conference-series-facilities-maintenance-and-repair/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210729T020520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T020520Z
UID:10002575-1629284400-1631289600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Invention-Con 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you a young or independent inventor\, an entrepreneur\, or a small business owner whose success depends on guarding your creative work? Then don’t miss your chance to learn how different types of intellectual property (IP)\, such as patents\, trademarks\, and copyrights\, are critical to your business strategy. Presentations and workshops will cover: \n\nPutting your creativity to work\nHow IP applies in various fields\, such as artificial intelligence\, robotics\, agriculture\, fashion\, music\, and literature\nTypes of IP protection: patents\, trademarks\, and copyrights\nMarketing\, manufacturing\, and building a competitive advantage around your ideas\nFun\, free educational resources for kids and teens\nInnovation and the fight against COVID-19\nAnd much more\n\nTo register\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/invention-con-2021/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Patent and Trademark Office":MAILTO:InventionCon@uspto.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210619T005439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210619T005439Z
UID:10002560-1629205200-1629208800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Overview of CPARS
DESCRIPTION:Past Performance may impact future contract awards. \nAs a Federal Contractor it is critical for you to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now one of the most important selection criteria in Government contracting. It is critical for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings for timeliness and accuracy. Contractors should be aware that there may be an opportunity to modify results with the assessing official and possibly shape the performance evaluation. \nUnderstanding the process and management of the CPARS process may be critical to you winning the next contract you are bidding. \nThis webinar will provide insights into: \n\nWhat is CPARS\nWhat contracts are reported by CPARS\nThe CPARS process\nHow to maximize your past performance rating\n\nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-overview-of-cpars-4/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20201218T035556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T035556Z
UID:10002380-1629205200-1629208800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:TKO Packaging - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) seminar will be held on Tuesday\, September 17 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. \nThe 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. There 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. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil\, select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” and fill out the registration form. Additional information will be provided to you. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tko-packaging-webinar/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES: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=America/Chicago:20210817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210427T234543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T234543Z
UID:10002521-1629194400-1629200700@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:A Roadmap to Developing Successful Teams and Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page. The networking session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and have discussions with the panel members – a valuable opportunity** \nPartnering With Purpose Series: \nView speaker bios by clicking HERE. \nThe Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15\, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities\, capacity\, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs. \nThis session will offer a roadmap that will help guide you on developing your own teaming and partnership arrangements. We will explore types of contract opportunities\, methods of developing relationships\, performing due diligence\, and various levels of formality. \nSchedule of events: \n10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator\n10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion\, complete with Q&A\n11:10 – 11:15am Break\n11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Session\, hosted by Jessie Leonard\, Associate Director\, WBDC \nPanelists and Presenters: \nPanelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios): \n\nAnisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family\nEric Ness – Wisconsin District Director – U.S. SBA\nAdonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC\nJean Marie Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.\nPeter Coffaro – Deputy Director\, Community Outreach and Business Engagement – MMSD\nTim Connelly – Government Contract Attorney – Tim Connelly Law PLLC\nYvette N. Stevens\, P.E.\, PMP – Vice President – Gilbane Building Company\nKaren Goldner – Managing Director\, Established Business Services – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nJessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nAina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nREGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link\, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking. \nFor more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/a-roadmap-to-developing-successful-teams-and-partnerships/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210729T191940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T191940Z
UID:10002576-1629194400-1629199800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:GSA Great Lakes Region 5 Vendor Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe General Services Administration (GSA)\, Public Buildings Service (PBS)\, will be holding a Facilities Maintenance Industry Day for interested vendors seeking information regarding upcoming facilities management-related procurements in Region 5\, which comprises the following states: Illinois\, Indiana\, Michigan\, Minnesota\, Ohio\, and Wisconsin. The event will be held virtually. \nTo register\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gsa-great-lakes-region-5-vendor-industry-day/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="General Services Administration%3A Great Lakes Region":MAILTO:anthony.outley@gsa.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210809T204619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T204619Z
UID:10002592-1628773200-1628776800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital: Be Ready and Stay Ready
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe U.S. Department of Transportation\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)is hosting the webinar\, “Access to Capital: Be Ready and Stay Ready” on Thursday\, August 12\, 1:00 – 2:00 PM CDT. \nOSDBU. in collaboration with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and OSDBU’s Great Lakes Region Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC)\, are hosting this webinar to provide small businesses the opportunity to increase their knowledge about financial tools\, products\, and services that exist and provide insight on how best to prepare your company to be successful with securing capital. Event participants will hear from experts within the DOT\, SBA\, Great Lakes SBTRC\, and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and have an opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A Session. \nTo register\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/access-to-capital-be-ready-and-stay-ready/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. DOT Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)":MAILTO:dot-osdbu@dot.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210804T003058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T003058Z
UID:10002583-1628771400-1628778600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Dept. of Labor Seminar on Prevailing Wage Requirements
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo help employers\, workers and others stakeholders understand federal standards for prevailing wages on federally funded construction and service contracts\, the U.S. Department of Labor is offering virtual compliance seminars for contracting agencies\, contractors\, unions\, workers and other stakeholders. The seminars will be from 12:30 – 2:30 PM on August: \n– August 11 \n– August 12 \n– August 25 \n– August 26 \nAttendance is free\, but registration is required by Aug. 11. Click here to register. \nParticipants will have access to pre-recorded trainings on a variety of Davis-Bacon and SCA compliance topics\, followed by the opportunity to participate in an overview and Q & A on these topics with DOL staff from the Government Contracts Enforcement Division\, the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations\, the Branch of SCA Wage Determinations\, and Regional Enforcement Coordinators. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dept-of-labor-seminar-on-prevailing-wage-requirements/2021-08-12/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Labor":MAILTO:WHDNOComm@dol.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210809T203746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T203746Z
UID:10002589-1628753400-1628780400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:B2B Construction Industry Forum
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 6th annual Construction Industry Business-to-Business Virtual Forum will be held on Thursday\, August 12\, 2021 from 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM central.  \nThe event is an opportunity to network with buying companies like CenterPoint Energy\, CG Schmidt\, Ecolab\, Findorff\, Gilbane\, Hunzinger\, JCP Construction\, JP Cullen\, Kraus Anderson\, KS Energy Services\, Mayo Clinic\, Michels\, Mortenson-WI\, Ryan Companies\, VJS Construction\, WEC Energy Group\, WHEDA\, Xcel Energy\, and others. \nTo register\, please click here. \nA virtual flyer with an agenda can be found by clicking here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/b2b-construction-industry-forum/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="ManpowerGroup":MAILTO:cradtke@northcentralmsdc.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210804T003058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T003058Z
UID:10002582-1628685000-1628692200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Dept. of Labor Seminar on Prevailing Wage Requirements
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo help employers\, workers and others stakeholders understand federal standards for prevailing wages on federally funded construction and service contracts\, the U.S. Department of Labor is offering virtual compliance seminars for contracting agencies\, contractors\, unions\, workers and other stakeholders. The seminars will be from 12:30 – 2:30 PM on August: \n– August 11 \n– August 12 \n– August 25 \n– August 26 \nAttendance is free\, but registration is required by Aug. 11. Click here to register. \nParticipants will have access to pre-recorded trainings on a variety of Davis-Bacon and SCA compliance topics\, followed by the opportunity to participate in an overview and Q & A on these topics with DOL staff from the Government Contracts Enforcement Division\, the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations\, the Branch of SCA Wage Determinations\, and Regional Enforcement Coordinators. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dept-of-labor-seminar-on-prevailing-wage-requirements/2021-08-11/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Labor":MAILTO:WHDNOComm@dol.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210113T221024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T221024Z
UID:10002452-1628685000-1628688600@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. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil select “HQ DLA Small Business Programs” fill out the registration form and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-dla-webinar-16/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA HQ Office of Small Business Programs":MAILTO:DLAHQSmallBusiness@DLA.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210626T004439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210626T004439Z
UID:10002136-1628683200-1628686800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Federal Spend to the End
DESCRIPTION:July 1st marks the start of the Federal Government’s buying season as they Spend to the End of the Fiscal year. Now is the time to learn about this unique time of year\, explore the market and start your preparations. Federal procurement will likely continue to be vibrant and will offer opportunities for those who are prepared and who are ready to respond to opportunities and perform when selected. Be prepared. Don’t be left behind as the Federal Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-federal-spend-to-the-end/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210504T011332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T011332Z
UID:10002111-1628582400-1628607600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:August 2021 HHS Vendor Outreach Session (VOS) - Teleconference
DESCRIPTION:August 2021 Teleconference Vendor Outreach Session \nRegistration will open Monday\, July 26\, 2021 at 7:00AM \nIn light of the current COVID-19 Health advisory alert\, the Vendor Outreach Session(VOS) will continue as a Teleconference VOS until further notice. You will receive an order confirmation containing the phone number you should call at the time of your meeting. It is your responsibility to call. \nPrior to attending the Vendor Outreach Session\, please be sure your company is registered in our Small Business Customer Experience (SBCX) system. \nYou can register at: osdbu.hhs.gov. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/23013/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210813
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210620T041337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210620T041337Z
UID:10002564-1628553600-1628812799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:NDIA Michigan 13th Annual GVSETS
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering and Technology Symposium\, hosted by the Michigan chapter of NDIA\, will be August 10-12th\, 2021 in Novi\, Michigan. Engage and network with Ground System Defense Executives\, Leaders\, Program Managers\, Engineers\, and other key decision-makers to learn about the latest technology transitions\, initiatives\, programs and plans in the ground systems domain for both manned and unmanned systems. \nRegistration is available by clicking here. An early bird discount is available to those who register before June 30th. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-michigan-13th-annual-gvsets/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:GVSETS@NDIA-Mich.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210731T021340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T021340Z
UID:10002579-1628168400-1628172000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Suspension and Debarment: What Small Businesses Should Know
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe U.S. general Services Administration will be presenting a free webinar to discuss suspension and debarment in federal contracting on Wednesday\, August 5 at 1:00 PM CT. The webinar will explore the impact suspension or debarment can have on small businesses\, and proactive steps your business can take to avoid such mishaps in your organization. \nTo register\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/suspension-and-debarment-what-small-businesses-should-know/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210630T014050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014050Z
UID:10002139-1628161200-1628164800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: NIST's Cybersecurity Framework and the FAR/DFARS
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \nInvestigate NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework and how it applies to FAR & DFARS requirements \nTake the information that you learned in our Fundamentals session\, dig deeper into the framework and see how you can  apply these concepts to your business and protecting both company and customer information. The framework is designed to be robust and applicable to all companies and can be beneficial in providing a proven process to use when tackling both old and evolving cyber-issues. This webinar will explore how this model can be beneficial in complying not only with current cyber requirements but also in preparing for requirements related to CMMC. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-nists-cybersecurity-framework-and-the-far-dfars/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210721T002151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T002151Z
UID:10002574-1628089200-1628092800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Center Expansion Information Session
DESCRIPTION:CAA ICON and Gilbane | Smith are hosting two Virtual Information Sessions\, on July 27 and August 4 for the Wisconsin Center Expansion Project. During the briefings\, businesses will learn about the project and the procurement process\, as well as economic inclusion commitments and early sitework packages. Both sessions will include the same content so attendees only need to register for either the July 27 or August 4 event. \n\nClick HERE to register for the July 27th\, 3:00 PM event.\nClick HERE to register for the August 4th\, 3:00 PM event.\nClick HERE to download an informational flyer for the event.\n\nTo contact the organizer with any questions\, please use the “Contact” button on the bottom of the Event Brite webpage. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-center-expansion-information-session/2021-08-04/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210805
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210609T025247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T025247Z
UID:10002554-1627862400-1628121599@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sea-Air-Space 2021 Conference and Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Navy League of the United States will be hosting the Sea-Air-Space Conference and Exposition on August 2-4\, 2021 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor\, Maryland. This multi-day event will be held in-person. \nTo register for the event\, please click here. \nFor a full schedule of the day’s programing\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sea-air-space-2021-conference-and-expo/
LOCATION:Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center\, 201 Waterfront St.\, National Harbor\, MD\, 20745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Navy League of the United States":MAILTO:registration@navyleague.org
GEO:38.7820552;-77.0167545
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center 201 Waterfront St. National Harbor MD 20745 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=201 Waterfront St.:geo:-77.0167545,38.7820552
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210630T014002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T014002Z
UID:10002138-1627556400-1627560000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Summer Cyber Reboot: Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors
DESCRIPTION:WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months. \n Learn about the Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors \nGain an understanding of the all-important fundamentals of cyber-security that are necessary for federal contractors to understand\, implement and actively utilize. Create the foundation to better understand DFARS 252.204-7012 and FAR 52.204-21. This webinar will review how to identify and manage risk\, apply a five step framework to help safeguard your information and what it means to “work safely and securely.” \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/summer-cyber-reboot-fundamentals-of-cyber-security-for-federal-contractors/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210727T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210721T002151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T002151Z
UID:10002573-1627398000-1627401600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Center Expansion Information Session
DESCRIPTION:CAA ICON and Gilbane | Smith are hosting two Virtual Information Sessions\, on July 27 and August 4 for the Wisconsin Center Expansion Project. During the briefings\, businesses will learn about the project and the procurement process\, as well as economic inclusion commitments and early sitework packages. Both sessions will include the same content so attendees only need to register for either the July 27 or August 4 event. \n\nClick HERE to register for the July 27th\, 3:00 PM event.\nClick HERE to register for the August 4th\, 3:00 PM event.\nClick HERE to download an informational flyer for the event.\n\nTo contact the organizer with any questions\, please use the “Contact” button on the bottom of the Event Brite webpage. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-center-expansion-information-session/2021-07-27/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210731
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210401T223602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T223602Z
UID:10002508-1627257600-1627689599@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:SAME Facilities Management (FM) Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:  \nVirtual FM Workshop is your opportunity to connect with the federal Facilities Management and Public Works Communities\, as well as members and organizations nationally across government\, defense\, industry\, and academia. You will engage with high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from across the service branches and federal agencies; access tools\, techniques protocols\, best practices\, and analysis needed to make important decisions. \n  \nClick Event Details in the grey box above to learn more. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-facilities-management-fm-workshop-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210729
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210113T222412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T222412Z
UID:10002459-1627171200-1627516799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:NCMA World Congress 2021
DESCRIPTION:MAKE 2021 YOUR YEAR!\nJOIN NCMA AND THE VERY BEST OF CONTRACT MANAGEMENT IN DENVER!\nJoin us next year\, July 25-28\, 2021 for World Congress in Denver\, Colorado. Start your registration by clicking here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-world-congress-2021/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210605T014211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210605T014211Z
UID:10002550-1626940800-1626969600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Wisconsin Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) - Day 1 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegistration now OPEN – July 22\, 2021 \nDay 1 of the 15th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) is scheduled as a full-day virtual event. Stay connected at wigobc.org for updates including the full day’s agenda and confirmed speakers. CLICK HERE for the full conference site and registration to Day 1. To download a copy of the day’s agenda\, please CLICK HERE. \n\nThis year’s speakers include: \n\nWilliam Hughes\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell – Milwaukee Office\nJulia Banegas\, Associate\, Husch Blackwell – Washington D.C. Office\nSam Rikkers\, Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer\, WEDC\nEric Ness\, Wisconsin District Director\, SBA\nNancy VanderMeer and Tony Kurtz\, Wisconsin Assemblypersons\nMajor Eric Dunford\, United States Air Force – Volk Field ANG\nCol. Michael D. Poss\, Garrison Commander – Fort McCoy\nJohn Frederick\, The Boeing Company\, Director\, State and Local Government Relations\nBrad Bruce\, The Boeing Company\, Manager\, Global Supplier Diversity\nVarick Williams\, The Boeing Company\, Senior Team Lead\, Global Supplier Diversity\nJason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations\, Defense Contract Management Agency\nMegan McKinney\, Business Development\, Beacon Interactive Systems\nRon Hagemann\, Chief Executive Officer\, New Composite Partners\nDele Ojelabi\, Founder and President\, Comcentia\nNorma Alberts\, Small Business Liaison Officer and Plan Administrator\, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co LLC\n\n\nWatch for further updates on Day 2 – October 21\, 2021 \nDay 2 of the 15th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) will be a full-day traditional in-person event. Join us in-person at the Volk Field Air National Guard Base in Camp Douglas\, WI in October. \n\nOur Partners and Sponsors \n\nFort McCoy\nVolk Field\nJuneau County Economic Development Corporation\nBentley World Packaging\nU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nAICCW-FACC\nCalumet County Economic Development\nDoor County Economic Development Corporation\nEnvision Greater Fond du Lac\nGreater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation\nGrow North Regional  Economic Development Corporation\nIndianhead Community Action Agency\, Inc.\nLeonard Wood Institute – Session Sponsor\nNational Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter\nNational Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter\nNicolet College\nNorthwest Regional Planning Commission (NWRPC)\nNortheast Wisconsin Technical College\nProgress Lakeshore\nSociety of American Military Engineers (SAME) Lake Michigan Post\nUW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center (MOC)\nWisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)\nWestern Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council\nWisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n\nTo download a copy of the day’s agenda\, please CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/15th-wigobc-part1-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210721T000604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T000604Z
UID:10002568-1626872400-1626876000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:HUBZone Matchmaking Web Event
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. General Services Administration\, Great Lakes Region\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization(OSDBU) is hosting a virtual event on Wednesday\, July 21\, 2021 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. CST. Joining the event will be the Turner-Whiting Contracting Company\, who will share best practices\, strategies and tips on how to be successful in the federal marketplace. Time will be allotted for Q & A’s. \nRegistration is not needed. To access the event\, follow this link: https://meet.google.com/vvb-kmgp-rnk \nYou may join up to 10 minutes before the event. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/hubzone-matchmaking-web-event/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="General Services Administration%3A Great Lakes Region":MAILTO:anthony.outley@gsa.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210513T001135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T001135Z
UID:10002528-1626868800-1626872400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Government Property Management for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
DESCRIPTION:The Federal government supplies billions of dollars worth of Government-furnished property (GFP) to contractors for use in performing contracts. As a contractor for the Federal Government or a subcontractor to a prime contractor\, you may receive government property. Managing this property is a contractual obligation. \nThere are costs associated with government property management that must be considered by a prime or a subcontractor. An unfavorable assessment of a contractor’s Property Management System may result in financial penalties. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nGovernment Property clauses\nHow to apply the clauses\nWhat tools/ processes must be in place before you are able to receive government property\n\nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-government-property-management-for-federal-contractors-and-subcontractors-3/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210428T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T190144Z
UID:10002523-1626775200-1626781500@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Challenges in Developing Successful Business Teams and Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page. The networking session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and have discussions with the panel members – a valuable opportunity** \nPartnering With Purpose Series: \nView speaker bios by clicking HERE. \nThe Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15\, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities\, capacity\, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs. \nThis session will focus on challenges and risk mitigation\, offer legal insights into teaming approaches and agreements\, and locating good partners or team members. \nSchedule of events: \n10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator\n10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion\, complete with Q&A\n11:10 – 11:15am Break\n11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Sessions\, hosted by Jessie Leonard\, Associate Director\, WBDC and Aina Vilumsons\, CEO\, WPI – during this session you will be able to continue the discussion with the speakers and other attendees \nPanelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios): \n\nAnisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family\nShane Mahaffy – Lead Business Opportunity Specialist – U.S. SBA\nAdonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC\nJean Marie Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.\nD.M. (Daryl) Hodnett – System Director-Supplier Diversity and Inclusion\, Advocate Aurora Health\nTim Connelly – Government Contract Attorney – Tim Connelly Law PLLC\nJeff Chmielewski – Facility Manager – WEC Energy Group\nJessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nAina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nREGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link\, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking. \nFor more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/challenges-in-developing-successful-business-teams-and-partnerships/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210719T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210618T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210618T003400Z
UID:10002558-1626678000-1627059600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Tech Warrior Medical OPS
DESCRIPTION:Tech Warrior Enterprise – an AFWERX Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer program – will host its free virtual Tech Warrior Medical OPS event for all qualified small businesses on July 19-23. \nThe virtual five-day event\, designed to help small businesses overcome the entry barriers to government procurement\, will give U.S.-based small businesses the opportunity to participate in a two-part demonstration of their Tactical Combat Casualty Care\, physical therapy\, or mental health technologies. \nThose interested must register for the webinar (click here) to gain access. Registration closes on June 25\, 11:00 PM CST. Only 20 qualifying small businesses will be chose to present. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tech-warrior-medical-ops/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tech Warrior Enterprise":MAILTO:twenterprise@parallaxresearch.org.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210724
DTSTAMP:20260408T074459
CREATED:20210529T024358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210529T024358Z
UID:10002545-1626652800-1627084799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:2021 National SBIR Week - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 2021 National SBIR Week is a virtual event connecting entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies to the country’s largest source of early stage funding – The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Also known as America’s Seed Fund\, the SBIR/STTR programs provide over $4 billion in funding to small businesses each year in a wide variety of technology areas. \nThis event provides you with an opportunity to participate in live streaming panels and presentations with participating federal agencies that administer over 7\,000 new awards annually and to meet virtually One on One with program decision makers. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2021-national-sbir-week-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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