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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Federal Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is federal certifications. Federal certifications include: \n\nSmall Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nVeteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\n8(a)\nSBA Mentor-Protege\nHUBZone\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-federal-certifications-2/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - State and Local
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is State of Wisconsin and local certifications: \n\nMinority Business Enterprise (MBE)\nWoman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)\nDisabled Veteran Owned Business (DVB)\nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-state-and-local/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - State Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is State of Wisconsin certifications. State certifications include: \n\nMinority Business Enterprise (MBE)\nWoman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)\nDisabled Veteran Owned Business (DVB)\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-state-certifications/2023-11-30/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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SUMMARY:DOD Supply Chain: Cyber Workshop - Oshkosh
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin manufacturers are facing a significant challenge in meeting cyber and security compliance requirements that are being included in their Defense\, Federal and commercial contracts and subcontracts. \nJoin us at one of the following in-person sessions to learn from a veteran of the IT Industry as he provides insights and guidance on what manufacturers can do to improve their security position in a rapidly shifting digital landscape\, while positioning themselves to meet both existing and upcoming supply chain requirement (such as NIST SP 800-171\, CMMC\, ITAR). \nTopics covered will include: \n\nSystem Security Plans\nIncident Response\nDisaster Recovery\n\nOther Session Dates and Locations: \n\nOctober 31\, 2023 – Chippewa Falls\nNovember 2\, 2023 – Milwaukee \nNovember 7\, 2023 – Oshkosh (this page)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dod-supply-chain-cyber-workshop-oshkosh-2/
LOCATION:Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation\, 100 N Main St Ste 104\, Oshkosh\, WI\, 54901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:DOD Supply Chain: Cyber Workshop - Milwaukee
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin manufacturers are facing a significant challenge in meeting cyber and security compliance requirements that are being included in their Defense\, Federal and commercial contracts and subcontracts. \nJoin us at one of the following in-person sessions to learn from a veteran of the IT Industry as he provides insights and guidance on what manufacturers can do to improve their security position in a rapidly shifting digital landscape\, while positioning themselves to meet both existing and upcoming supply chain requirement (such as NIST SP 800-171\, CMMC\, ITAR). \nTopics covered will include: \n\nSystem Security Plans\nIncident Response\nDisaster Recovery\n\nOther Session Dates and Locations: \n\nOctober 31\, 2023 – Chippewa Falls\nNovember 2\, 2023 – Milwaukee (this page)\nNovember 7\, 2023 – Oshkosh
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dod-supply-chain-cyber-workshop-milwaukee-2/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center – Room 114\, 10437 W Innovation Dr.\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T100000
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SUMMARY:DOD Supply Chain: Cyber Workshop - Chippewa Falls
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin manufacturers are facing a significant challenge in meeting cyber and security compliance requirements that are being included in their Defense\, Federal and commercial contracts and subcontracts. \nJoin us at one of the following in-person sessions to learn from a veteran of the IT Industry as he provides insights and guidance on what manufacturers can do to improve their security position in a rapidly shifting digital landscape\, while positioning themselves to meet both existing and upcoming supply chain requirement (such as NIST SP 800-171\, CMMC\, ITAR). \nTopics covered will include: \n\nSystem Security Plans\nIncident Response\nDisaster Recovery\n\nOther Session Dates and Locations: \n\nOctober 31\, 2023 – Chippewa Falls (this page)\nNovember 2\, 2023 – Milwaukee\nNovember 7\, 2023 – Oshkosh
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dod-supply-chain-cyber-workshop-chippewa-falls/
LOCATION:Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) – Chippewa Falls Campus\, 770 Scheidler Road Rm 108\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T090000
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Local Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is local certifications. Local certifications include: \n\nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-2/2023-10-26/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Federal Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is federal certifications. Federal certifications include: \n\nSmall Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nVeteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\n8(a)\nSBA Mentor-Protege\nHUBZone\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-federal-certifications/2023-10-12/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nSchedule of Topics:  \nJuly 27 – Overview of State and Local Certifications \nAugust 24 – Overview of Federal Certifications \nSeptember 28 – Overview of State and Local Certifications
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nSchedule of Topics:  \nJuly 27 – Overview of State and Local Certifications \nAugust 24 – Overview of Federal Certifications \nSeptember 28 – Overview of State and Local Certifications
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-2023-08-24/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20230531T014858Z
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SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nSchedule of Topics:  \nJuly 27 – Overview of State and Local Certifications \nAugust 24 – Overview of Federal Certifications \nSeptember 28 – Overview of State and Local Certifications
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T141955Z
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SUMMARY:Navy Week Milwaukee - Doing Business with the Department of the Navy Workshop (in person)
DESCRIPTION:ON-SITE REGISTRATION available.\nREGISTER NOW! \nView Speaker Bios – CLICK to open: \n\nStacey L. Cooper\, Deputy of Small Business Programs\, Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center\nDaryll ‘Shane’ Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Wisconsin District\nEugene Manzanet\, Senior Director Diverse Business Development\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC\n\n \n \n\nLearn more about NAVY WEEK IN MILWAUKEE at https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/Article/3358288/navy-week-program-sets-sail-for-milwaukee/ \n\nCLICK HERE to download parking instructions for this event.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/navy-week-milwaukee/
LOCATION:Beyond Vision\, 1540 S 108th St\, West Allis\, WI\, 53214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20220926T213005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T213005Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Local Government Agencies - Green Bay Area (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open! Click here! \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to local government agencies in and around Green Bay. Please join us and learn about how to do business with government agencies in the area. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. \nWPI strongly recommends you have a current capabilities statement ready prior to your meetings. Attendees should be ready with a capabilities statement and prepared pitch to take advantage of the meeting time. Assistance to prepare is available with WPI – contact their staff at MichaelS@wispro.org or 414-270-3600. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nNortheast Wisconsin Technical College – CONFIRMED\nCity of Green Bay – CONFIRMED\nGreen Bay Area Public School District- CONFIRMED\nUW-Green Bay – PENDING\nTru Mwololo\, Manager\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nCLICK HERE to view other sessions in the series SALES OPPORTUNITIES WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-with-local-government-agencies-green-bay-area-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Local Government Agencies - SE WI and the Milwaukee Area (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open! Click here! \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to local government agencies in Milwaukee and in Southeastern Wisconsin. Please join us and learn about how to do business with government agencies in the area. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. \nWPI strongly recommends you have a current capabilities statement ready prior to your meetings. Attendees should be ready with a capabilities statement and prepared pitch to take advantage of the meeting time. Assistance to prepare is available with WPI – contact their staff at MichaelS@wispro.org or 414-270-3600. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nCity of Milwaukee – CONFIRMED\nCity of Racine – CONFIRMED\nWalworth County – CONFIRMED\nTru Mwololo\, Manager\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nCLICK HERE to view other sessions in the series SALES OPPORTUNITIES WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-with-local-government-agencies-se-wi-and-the-milwaukee-area-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20220226T031521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220226T031521Z
UID:10002732-1652878800-1652886000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Madison-Area Local Government and Educational Institutions - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments and educational institutions. Please join us and learn about how to do business with the Madison Metropolitan School District\, University of Wisconsin Madison\, Madison Area Technical College\, and Edgewood College. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI the day prior to the event. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. \nWPI strongly recommends you have a current capabilities statement ready prior to your meetings. Attendees should be ready with a capabilities statement and prepared pitch to take advantage of the meeting time. Assistance to prepare is available with WPI – contact their staff at MichaelS@wispro.org or 414-270-3600. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nMadison Metropolitan School District – Confirmed\nUniversity of Wisconsin Madison – Confirmed\nMadison Area Technical College – Confirmed\nEdgewood College – Invited\nKim Garber\, Director\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-with-madison-area-local-government-and-educational-institutions/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20220226T042822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220226T042822Z
UID:10002734-1650373200-1650380400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Local Government Agencies in SE WI/ Milwaukee Area (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to local government agencies in Milwaukee and in Southeastern Wisconsin. Please join us and learn about how to do business with government agencies in the area. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI the day prior to the event. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. \nWPI strongly recommends you have a current capabilities statement ready prior to your meetings. Attendees should be ready with a capabilities statement and prepared pitch to take advantage of the meeting time. Assistance to prepare is available with WPI – contact their staff at MichaelS@wispro.org or 414-270-3600. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nMilwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District – Confirmed\nWaukesha County – Confirmed\nCity of Milwaukee – Confirmed\nMilwaukee County – Confirmed\nTru Mwololo\, Manager\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/save-the-date-sales-opportunities-with-local-government-agencies-in-se-wi-milwaukee-area-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211210
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20210729T204157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T204157Z
UID:10002577-1638921600-1639094399@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Marketplace 2021 40th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegistration now Open – CLICK HERE to register \nDecember 7 – VIRTUAL Only \nDecember 8-9 – In Person \nMARKETPLACE\, the Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development connects business owners from across Wisconsin seeking to do business with state\, federal and local governments as well as the private sector. At the conference\, minority\, woman\, veteran\, small and LGBTQ-owned businesses can learn from and connect with resource providers\, government representatives\, corporate buyers and business professionals to lay the framework to develop new partnerships and new contracts. \nConfirmed Buyers: \nFederal \n\n\n\nU.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District\n\n\nU.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) St. Paul District\n\n\nU.S. Department of Agriculture – Forest Service\n\n\nU.S. Department of the Interior – National Park Service \n\n\nU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs \n\n\nU.S. General Services Administration – Office of Small And Disadvantaged Business Utilization\, Region 5\n\n\n\nState \n\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration – IT Enterprise Sourcing\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration – State Bureau of Procurement\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Corrections\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Health Services\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Health Services – Lead Safe Homes Program\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Justice\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Justice – Milwaukee Crime Lab\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources\n\n\nState of Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program\n\n\nWisconsin State Fair Park\n\n\n\nLocal \n\n\n\nCity of Milwaukee – Purchasing Department \n\n\nMilwaukee County Department of Administrative Services\n\n\nMilwaukee County Department of Administrative Services – Division of Procurement \n\n\nMilwaukee County Department of Administrative Services – Facilities Management Division – Architecture\, Engineering and Environmental Services\n\n\nMilwaukee County General Mitchel International Airport\n\n\nMilwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District\n\n\nMilwaukee Public Schools\n\n\n\nGovernment Prime Contractor \n\n\n\nAbbott \n\n\nGE Healthcare\n\n\nOshkosh Defense\n\n\nWPS Health Solutions\n\n\n\nCorporate \n\n\n\nAmerican Family Insurance\n\n\nCG Schmidt\n\n\nGilbane Building Company\n\n\nGreenfire Management Services\, LLC\n\n\nNorthern Wings Repair\, Inc.\n\n\nU.S. Bank\n\n\n\nCollege / University \n\n\n\nMarquette University\n\n\nMedical College of Wisconsin\n\n\nMilwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)\n\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Madison\n\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Milwaukee\n\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Oshkosh\n\n\n\n\nConference Agenda: \nTuesday\, December 7 – Virtual \n\n\n\n8:30-9:30 a.m. – Expanding Wisconsin’s Diverse Supply Chain Panel\n\nModerator: Heather Olson\, North Central Minority Supplier Development Coalition (NCMSDC)\nPanelist: Danielle Bly\, WEC Energy Group\nPanelist : Jenny Alexander\, Marquette University\nPanelist: Anisha Jackson\, American Family Insurance\nPanelist: Chris Bilton\, Kohler Company\n\n\n9:45-10:45 a.m. – Current Conversation Topics – Supply Chain Security – Advice from the Experts\n\nModerator: Aina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\nPanelist: Andy Fiumefreddo\, American Family Insurance\nPanelist: Tom Lutz\, U.S. Bank\nPanelist: Sean Ketter\, Oshkosh Corporation\n\n\n11:00-12:00 p.m. – Current Conversation Topics – Small Business Risk Management – Advice from the Experts\n\nModerator: Aina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\nPanelist: Michelle Weber\, U.S. Bank\nPanelist: Rashi Khosla\, Mars Solutions Group\nPanelist: Tim Poehnelt\, NuGen Companies\, LLC\nPanelist: Andy Fiumefreddo\, American Family Insurance\n\n\n1:00-5:00 p.m. – The Contracting Academy (TCA) – Multiple Tracks\n\n\n\nWednesday\, December 8 – In-person \n\n\n\n1:00 p.m. – Onsite Registration and Networking\n2:00 p.m. – Economic Opportunity Session\n5:30-8:00 p.m. – Networking Reception\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 9 – In-person \n\n\n\n7:00 a.m. – Registration\n7:30 a.m. – MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards Breakfast\n9:00 a.m. – Expo Hall Opens for Exhibitors and Buyer Meetings\nNoon – 40th Anniversary Luncheon\n1:30-4:00 p.m. – Expo Hall Reopens for Exhibitors and Buyers Meetings\n4:00 p.m. – End of Program\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/marketplace-2021/
LOCATION:The Baird Center\, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203
CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshop,WPI Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20210729T212426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T212426Z
UID:10002578-1638882000-1638896400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:The Contracting Academy - Virtual - Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:The Contracting Academy (TCA) will be held virtually on December 7\, 2021 1:00 – 5:00PM in conjunction with Marketplace\, the Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development\, held on December 8-9\, 2021 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee\, WI. \nCLICK HERE to register for the TCA Sessions. Registration is at no cost. \nRegistration is being done in conjunction with Marketplace. While registering for TCA\, please note there are options to register for additional Marketplace 2021 session and events. \nTCA  is an opportunity for businesses to grow their technical knowledge of contracting with the State of Wisconsin\, Federal Government and Government Prime contractors. The series of workshops will benefit established businesses looking to grow and develop their government sales. \n\nAGENDA: \nTo view the full conference agenda and updated information\, visit wicontractingacademy.org. \n1:00 PM \n\nTrack 1 – Subcontracting Best Practices for Diverse Small Businesses and Federal Contractors\nTrack 2 – Exporting / International Sales – Readiness and First Steps – TBD\n\n2:00 PM \n\nTrack 1 – Update from Wisconsin’s Military Organizations\nTrack 2 – Working with WisDOT\n\n3:00 PM \n\nTrack 1 – Selling to Federal Prime Contractors – A Panel Discussion\nTrack 2 – Selling to Local Government Agencies\n\n4:00 PM \n\nTrack 1 – Selling to the Federal Government – A Discussion with Federal Agency Representatives\nTrack 2 – Successful Proposals = Winning Contracts\n\n5:00 PM – End of Program \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/the-contracting-academy-virtual-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20211026T202929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211026T202929Z
UID:10002166-1637071200-1637078400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé Networking Event - In-Person
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place in-person at Lambeau Field. To register\, please click here. \nThe event will be in two parts. \nPart 1 is the panel\, “Roadmap to doing Business with Private Companies and Public Agency Partners.” The panel will have representatives from a government agency\, industry representatives\, and general contractors who will discuss how to do business with their organizations. \nPart 2 is reserved for networking. The networking will give businesses an opportunity to network with corporate buyers\, resource providers\, government agencies\, lenders\, and more. \nJoining us at the event will be: \n\nOshkosh Defense\nU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nMilwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)\nMiron Construction\nCity of Green Bay\nImmel Construction\n\nFor more information about the Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé\, click here. \nFor questions\, please contact MichaelS@WisPro.org. \n\nEvent Parking Instructions – South Gate Entrance: \nEnter the parking lot off Ridge Road at Lot 6 or 7\, park at the Mills Fleet Farm Gate\, and walk to the southeast to enter the South Gate. There is no access to Terrace Suites from inside the Atrium. A member of Guest Services staff will be present to direct you to the correct floor. There will also be directional signage inside the building. \nUse the stadium map at this link for reference when following the above instructions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/green-bay-packers-mentor-protege-networking-event/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protege Program":MAILTO:MichaelS@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20210323T224233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T224233Z
UID:10002501-1617789600-1617796800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:TOMAH WI VA Medical Center Industry Day - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:This virtual event (ZOOM) will focus on opportunities for two requirements at the TOMAH VA Medical Center. This event will consist of a requirements overview\, discussion on bid preparation\, and a networking and discussion session. Industry is highly encouraged to come prepared and ask questions. \nView additional information on this event in beta.SAM.gov at this link. \nAGENDA \n10:00am Welcome and Introductions – moderated by Steve Maier\, Small Business Liaison  NCO-12\, Great Lakes Acquisition Center \n10:15am Overview of the Requirements – presented by Brandon Harris and Maureen Falaschi\, Department of Veterans Affairs Great Lakes Acquisition Center \n10:45am Preparing to Quote on These Requirements – presented by Helen Henningsen\, WPI \n• Registration\n• Form 1449\n• Performance Standard\n• Preparing your response – proposal instructions \n11:30am Post Event Networking and Discussions – hosted by WPI – an interactive session \n• Teaming and Partnering\n• Additional questions and assistance \nClick here to view the Tomah VA Medical Center primary service area. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tomah-wi-va-medical-center-industry-day/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Johnson":MAILTO:JeffJ@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20230815T212256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T150541Z
UID:10002453-1609491600-1609502400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Federal Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is federal certifications. Federal certifications include: \n\nSmall Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB)\nVeteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\n8(a)\nSBA Mentor-Protege\nHUBZone\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-federal-certifications/2021-01-01/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20230815T211655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T135527Z
UID:10002448-1609491600-1609502400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - State Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is State of Wisconsin certifications. State certifications include: \n\nMinority Business Enterprise (MBE)\nWoman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)\nDisabled Veteran Owned Business (DVB)\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-state-certifications/2021-01-01/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20230815T210753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T210753Z
UID:10002445-1609491600-1609502400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Government Certification Workshop - Local Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Minority\, Disadvantaged\, Small\, Women\, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo\, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs\, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local\, state\, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace. \nThe topic of this workshop is local certifications. Local certifications include: \n\nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)\n\nAgenda: \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits\n15 minute break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview\n15 minute break\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A\n\n  \n\nSchedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/government-certification-workshop-2/2021-01-01/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus\, 2429 Perry Street\, Room 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Truphosa Mwololo":MAILTO:TruphosaM@WisPro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20200904T021601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T021601Z
UID:10002344-1607385600-1607644799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:The Contracting Academy - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:FULL AGENDA – CLICK HERE\nThe Contracting Academy (TCA) is an opportunity for businesses to grow their technical knowledge of contracting with the State of Wisconsin\, Federal Government and Government Prime contractors. The series of workshops will benefit established businesses looking to grow and develop their government sales. \nSessions are being scheduled in conjunction with this year’s Virtual Marketplace 2020 during the afternoons of December 8\, 9 and 10. Sessions topics are: \n\nSelling to the State of Wisconsin – Goods and Services – the Basics\nSelling to the State of Wisconsin – Goods and Services – Past the Basics\nSelling to the State of Wisconsin – Construction\, A/E and Related Trades\nContracting with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and their Primes\nLocating\, securing and managing federal construction contracts and subcontracts\nSelling to the Federal Government and Federal Prime Contractors – Goods and Services – the Basics\nAn Overview of Available Federal and State Small Business Certifications\nBuilding Your Capacity\, Capability and Compliance in the Federal Marketplace\nWhat It Takes to Win – preparing government Quotes\, Bids\, Proposals\nGSA Schedule Contracts – Should you have one\, how to get one and how to use it\nBusiness Development and Marketing with a Government Customer – Advice from the Experts\nWorking with the Government – A Panel Discussion\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/the-contracting-academy-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20200804T222043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T222043Z
UID:10001997-1607385600-1607644799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Marketplace 2020 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Buyer Meetings – Marketplace registrants will have the opportunity to request meetings and discuss opportunities with Federal\, State\, Local\, and Corporate Buyers. The two short videos linked below lay out best practices and next steps for you to prepare your business’s virtual presence for this unique opportunity. \n\nVKO – Capabilities Statements and General Virtual Presence\nVKO – Elevator Pitch Deep Dive\n\nMARKETPLACE conference will be held from Dec. 8-10\, 2020. For the first time in its 39 years\, the conference is taking place in a virtual format\, and as usual will connect business owners from across Wisconsin seeking to do business with state\, federal and local governments as well as private sector partners. At the conference\, minority\, woman\, veteran\, small and LGBTQ-owned businesses can learn from and connect with resource providers\, government representatives\, corporate buyers and business professionals to lay the framework to develop new partnerships and new contracts. \nThe conference serves businesses of all sizes\, with a special focus on helping small business get connected with resources and knowledge. In this year’s virtual format\, the conference will allow companies more time to connect and network through virtual workshops\, panel discussions\, buyer meetings and much more. While we are proud to have been able to pivot to a virtual format to prioritize participants’ health\, we look forward to welcoming you back at an in-person event as soon as it is safe—hopefully next year. \nIn conjunction with Marketplace\, WEDC and WPI will host The Contracting Academy. The Contracting Academy (TCA) is an opportunity for businesses to grow their technical knowledge of contracting with the State of Wisconsin\, Federal Government and Government Prime contractors. \nConfirmed Buyers: \nFederal \n\nU.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District\nUS. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) St. Paul District\nUS. Forest Service\nU.S. General Services Administration (US GSA) Public Building Service (PBS)\nU.S. General Services Administration (US GSA) Region 5\nU.S. National Park Services (NPS)\nVISN 12: VA Great Lakes Health Care System\n\nState \n\nMilwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration Facilities Development and Management (DFDM) A/E\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration Facilities Development and Management (DFDM) Construction\nState of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)\nState of Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Green Bay (UW-Green Bay)\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison)\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UW-Milwaukee)\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville (UW-Platteville)\nUniversity of Wisconsin Systems (UW Systems)\nWisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA)\nWisconsin State Fair\n\nLocal \n\nCity of Milwaukee Department of City Development\nDane County\nGreen Bay Area Public School District\nMilwaukee County Architecture\, Engineering & Environmental Services\nMilwaukee County Department of Administrative Services Procurement Division\nMilwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)\nWaukesha County\n\nCorporate \n\nAlliant Energy\nAmerican Family Insurance\nCG Schmidt\nMadison Gas and Electric (MGE)\nPierce Manufacturing\nU.S. Bank\n\nGovernment Prime \n\nAyres Associates\nCNH Industrial\nDerco\, A Lockheed Martin Company\nGE Healthcare\nGenerac\nGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock Company\nHammel\, Green and Abrahamson (HGA)\nNorthern Wings\nOshkosh Defense\nSpacesaver Corporation\nSupplyCore\nW.S. Darley & Co.\n\nOther \n\nMarquette University
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/marketplace-2020-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20201020T234058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T234058Z
UID:10002363-1604577600-1604581200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour:  Veterans’ Small Business Certifications-Federal and State
DESCRIPTION:  \nGovernment contracting offers tremendous financial opportunities for Wisconsin’s veteran-owned small businesses\, but it can be difficult to compete in the marketplace. SBA and its local resource network help set veteran entrepreneurs up for success no matter where they are in their government contracting journey. \nIn honor of National Veterans’ Small Business Week November 2-6\, WPI is hosting SBA and the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to present on federal and state certifications available for veterans and how these certifications can lead new customers and new business. \nPresented by: \n\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration\nWisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-veterans-small-business-certifications-federal-and-state/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
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SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities – Now a Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS THIS PROGRAM IS NOW A WEBINAR  \nThe Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas\, tribal lands or city census tracks\,  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• The very basics of selling to the Federal Government\n• HUBZone certification requirements\n• HUBZone certification application process\n• Recent changes to the HUBZone program\n• Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities\n• Marketing your HUBZone certified business\n• Renewing your HUBZone certification
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-hubzone-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities/
LOCATION:WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,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:20260616T215557
CREATED:20200208T012743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T012743Z
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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;TZID=UTC:20200213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20200110T223540Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200211T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260616T215557
CREATED:20200109T005501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T005501Z
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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
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