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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/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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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
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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-2/2021-01-01/
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20201020T234058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T234058Z
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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:20260617T022342
CREATED:20200108T042913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T042913Z
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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:20260617T022342
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:20260617T022342
CREATED:20200110T223540Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200211T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191220T232307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T232307Z
UID:10002114-1580806800-1580815800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Madison (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors). \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n\nThe very basics of selling to the Federal Government\nHUBZone certification requirements\nHUBZone certification application process\nRecent changes to the HUBZone program\nLocating HUBZone set aside opportunities\nMarketing your HUBZone certified business\nRenewing your HUBZone certification\n\nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBenjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThere is NO COST to attend this workshop\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-hubzone-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities-madison-wi/
LOCATION:WWBIC\, 2300 S Park St Ste 103\, Madison\, WI\, 53717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191202T200727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T200727Z
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SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Milwaukee (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors). \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n• 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 \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. \nThis workshop will also be held in Milwaukee on January 15\, 2020. More info HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/hubzone-program-workshop-mil-wi/
LOCATION:Superior Equipment and Supply\, Co.\, 4550 S. Burst Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53235\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191202T195944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T195944Z
UID:10002097-1579078800-1579087800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Milwaukee (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors).\n\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 \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. \nThis workshop will also be held in Milwaukee on January 21\, 2020. More info HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/hubzone-program-workshop-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Havenwoods Economic Development Corporation\, 6161 N. 64th St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191104T230727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T230727Z
UID:10002066-1573729200-1573740000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Startup Week MKE 2019 - Running a Successful Business During DNC MKE 2020 - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn from the DNC MKE 2020 Host committee\, in collaboration with planners and entrepreneurs from the DNC meeting in Philadelphia and others how to participate in the activities before\, during\, and after the DNC MKE July 2020. \nThere are options to be prime and subcontractors supplying goods\, services\, and venues to the Host Committee or to grow your capacity and capabilities to serve locals and visitors to MKE during the convention week. \nLearn from experienced entrepreneurs how to do good\, make money\, and be successful next July. \nConnect to service providers (contracting\, financing\, business development\, and marketing to name a few)\, other business owners in the region\, and businesses that thrived during previous conventions. \nThis activity is in conjunction and collaboration with Startup Week MKE November 11-17\, 2019
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/startup-week-mke-2019-running-a-successful-business-during-dnc-mke-2020-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:UWM School of Continuing Education\, 161 West Wisconsin Avenue\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T184500
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191004T220317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T220317Z
UID:10002051-1572453000-1572461100@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Growing Your Business in Rusk County Wisconsin - Ladysmith\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Indianhead Community Action Agency (ICAA)\, Northwest Regional Planning Commission (NWRPC) and Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) would like to invite small business owners and others interested in learning more about business opportunities and resources available for Rusk County businesses. \nThe session will focus on areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance / Capital Injection / Lending\nSales and Marketing\n\nThe opportunity to NETWORK with speakers and attendees to follow the program.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/growing-bus-rusk-cty-wi-ladysmith-wi/
LOCATION:Indianhead Community Action Agency (ICAA)\, 1000 College Avenue West\, Ladysmith\, WI\, 54848
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20191003T233501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T233501Z
UID:10002050-1572336000-1572346800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Women Veterans in Action: Pathways to Success for Women Entrepreneurs - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:No matter which phase (creating\, starting\, or growing) your small business is in; there are people\, resources and communities to support you.  Join this informative morning that will reveal how you\, the entrepreneur\, can chart your pathway to success. \nLearn how to utilize the following community resources for your business: \n\nVeteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC)\nWomen’s Business Development Center (WBDC)\nWI Women’s Business Initiative Corp. (WWBIC)\nDoyenne Group\nStartUp MKE\, and more!\n\nWith Two Break-out Sessions to choose from: \n\n1. The WI Procurement Institute will present on Certifications for Women-\, Minority- and Veteran-owned businesses;\n2. Retirement Planning for women entrepreneurs\n\nAnd a final panel presentation on Access to capital/lenders for businesses of every size.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/women-veterans-in-action-pathways-to-success-for-women-entrepreneurs-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Badger Meter Inc.\, 4545 West Brown Deer Road\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:lstudey@wiveteranschamber.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190531T223145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T141447Z
UID:10002013-1571819400-1571832000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:The Contracting Academy (TCA) - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – Online registration has closed. There will be onsite registration available at the event* \nThe Contracting Academy 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. Workshops will focus on 3 areas: Government Construction Contracting\, Selling Goods / Services to the Government and Federal Manufacturing and Innovation. \nThe Contracting Academy (TCA) is scheduled just prior to MARKETPLACE Wisconsin.  \nTo learn more about Marketplace: The Governors Conference on Diverse Business Development visit https://www.marketplacewisconsin.com/ \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-academy-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Potawatomi Hotel & Event Center\, 1721 W Canal St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Contracting-Academy-agenda.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.030515;-87.934904
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Potawatomi Hotel & Event Center 1721 W Canal St Milwaukee WI 53233 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1721 W Canal St:geo:-87.934904,43.030515
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190820T000257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T000257Z
UID:10002036-1570004100-1570017600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the City of Madison and Dane County Government Market - Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – Registration for this event has closed*\nAgenda \n8:15am – Registration and Networking \n9:00am – Procurement Panel – Madison and Dane County Procurement Representatives will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\n\n10:00am – Break \n10:15am – One-on-One Buyer Meetings \n11:30am – Final Networking and End of Program \nConfirmed Buyers: \n\nDane County\nCity of Madison\nMadison Area Technical College (MATC) Purchasing Department\nUniversity of Wisconsin\nWisconsin Technical College System (WTCS)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-madison-dane-cty/
LOCATION:MATC West Campus\, Room 116\, 8017 Excelsior Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
GEO:43.0767227;-89.5250416
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MATC West Campus Room 116 8017 Excelsior Drive Madison WI 53717 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8017 Excelsior Drive:geo:-89.5250416,43.0767227
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190805T215517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190805T215517Z
UID:10002028-1568705400-1568725200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Academy & USDOT Credit Tune-up - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Academy – WEDC and US-DOT-Small Business Transportation Resource Center Great Lakes are co-hosting the 2019 Small Business Academy and Credit Tune-up business workshops! \nThis day will provide participants with practical advice from experts on topics covering small business lending\, free business assistance resources\, and ways to plan\, start and grow a profitable business. \nAbout Credit-Tune Up Session: \nUSDOT Summer Initiative for Access to Capital \nMany small businesses face difficulty not only accessing sufficient bonding and financing in order to grow\, but also access to capital and debt financing. The USDOT’s Summer initiative for Access to Capital is to provide financial resources and assistance to transportation- related small businesses and clients who are unable to access traditional capital. \nParticipants will also  have an opportunity to learn more about: \n\nHow to improve your financial health – Credit Tune-up\nHow your personal finances affect your business\nRevolving loan funds & alternative financing\nGetting a line of credit for working capital\nBreaking into new markets\nMarketing: social media\, branding\nTechnology\nHuman Resources: Hiring 1st employee\, Developing & Training\nCertified Businesses – Small/Minority/Women/Veteran Certifications\nBonding\nBidding\n\n**Continental Breakfast and snacks at Break time will be provided **
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/small-business-academy-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Potawatomi Hotel & Event Center\, 1721 W Canal St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/credit-tuneup.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.030515;-87.934904
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Potawatomi Hotel & Event Center 1721 W Canal St Milwaukee WI 53233 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1721 W Canal St:geo:-87.934904,43.030515
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190606T181257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T181257Z
UID:10002016-1566464400-1566486000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Advancing Cybersecurity in the Industry\, Energy\, Water Nexus - Oshkosh\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The need for cyber security has become increasingly important as more systems and communications rely on internet connectivity and electronic control. The risks\, methods of prevention\, actions for mitigation\, and the path to recovery are shared among all aspects of business and community in Wisconsin. \nTo provide a complete introduction and relevant case studies this conference is providing focused panels on Industry\, Energy\, Water\, and Talent. Each panel has been developed with sector experts including the Midwest Energy Research Consortium\, the NEW IT Alliance\, The Water Council\, and the Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership. \nRegardless of your current status in the path towards becoming prepared for cyber security risks\, you are welcome to attend\, learn\, and network! \n Keynote Presentation – Major General Dunbar\, Wisconsin National Guard \nView Agenda HERE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-security-event-oshkosh-wi/
LOCATION:University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Sage Hall Room 114\, 800 Algoma Blvd.\, Oshkosh\, WI\, 54901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Biogas Council":MAILTO:info@wibiogascouncil.org
GEO:44.0265059;-88.5510459
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Sage Hall Room 114 800 Algoma Blvd. Oshkosh WI 54901 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Algoma Blvd.:geo:-88.5510459,44.0265059
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190702T012815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T012815Z
UID:10002019-1563800400-1563811200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Growing Your Business in Washburn County Wisconsin - Spooner\, WI
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance/Capital Injection/Lending\nSales and Marketing\nWorkforce Challenges\n\nSmall business owners and others interested in learning more about business opportunities and resources available for Washburn County businesses are invited to attend! \nThe opportunity to NETWORK with speakers and attendees to follow the program. \nAgenda: \n1:00 pm – Registration \n1:10 pm – Washburn County Economic Development Corporation \n1:25 pm – Indianhead Community Action Agency \n1:40 pm – Northwest Regional Planning Commission \n2:00 pm – U.S. Small Business Administration \n2:30 pm – Workforce Challenges and Supportive Programs – Northwest Wisconsin CEP \n3:00 pm – Marketing to and Obtaining Government Contracts –Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n3:30 – 4:00 pm – Follow-up Networking and Individualized Q&A
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/growing-your-business-in-washburn-county-wisconsin-spooner-wi/
LOCATION:Washburn County Economic Development Center\, 208 Vine Street\, Spooner\, WI\, 54801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Olson":MAILTO:davido@wispro.org
GEO:45.82407;-91.8903122
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Washburn County Economic Development Center 208 Vine Street Spooner WI 54801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=208 Vine Street:geo:-91.8903122,45.82407
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190130T215929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T215929Z
UID:10001939-1563438600-1563451200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Building Your Business - Developing the Tools for Growth and Success for Native and Tribal Small Businesses - Hales Corners\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Agenda: \n8:30 am – 9:00 am – Registration/informal networking/refreshments \n9:00 am – 10:00 am – Social Media Marketing \n\nBrent Hoffman\, PeroDigm Design Studios\, will feature audience engagement\, live examples of effective Facebook\, Instagram and web pages usage and brief content on search engine marketing\, social media and video production.\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) will provide guidance on how best to market and be found by government agencies and prime contractors.\n\n10:15 am – 11:30 am Business Succession Planning Panel \n\nAna Gesell\, WI-CLANS\, will discuss what is a Success Plan\, why it is important for every business to have one in place and key financial considerations.\nTruphosa Mwololo\, WI Department of Administration (DOA)\, John Franklin\, WisDOT\, Shane Mahaffy\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) will provide respective ownership transition impacts on minority/disadvantaged certifications and contracts in progress.\nAina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, will moderate.\n\n11:30 am – Q&A/Networking \nSpeakers:  \n\nBrent Hoffman\, PeroDigm Design Studios\nAna Gesell\, CPA\, WI-CLANS\nTru Mwololo\, WI Supplier Diversity\, WI Department of Administration (DOA)\nJohn Franklin\, WisDOT\nShane Mahaffy\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBenjamin Blanc and Aina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/building-your-business-developing-the-tools-for-growth-and-success-for-native-and-tribal-small-businesses/
LOCATION:AICCW/FACC\, 10710 W. Scharles Ave.\, Hales Corners\, 53130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
GEO:42.9399386;-88.0471018
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=AICCW/FACC 10710 W. Scharles Ave. Hales Corners 53130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10710 W. Scharles Ave.:geo:-88.0471018,42.9399386
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190524T020701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T020701Z
UID:10002007-1563278400-1563292800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WBDC 2019 Connect & Celebrate - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*Registration is closed* \nJoin the Women’s Business Development Center for an afternoon of  procurement and learning opportunities\, networking\, and celebration of the achievements of Milwaukee clients and partners. \nView parking map HERE \nAgenda: \n12:00pm – Check-In Begins \n1:00 – 2:30pm  \n\nBusiness Matchmaker\nPre-matched invitation only meetings for WBEs with representatives of corporate and public sector buyers\nBusiness Connection Tables\nMeet and greet tables open to any supplier hosted by representatives of corporate and public sector buyers\nBusiness Resource Tables\nMeet and greet tables open to any supplier hosted by representatives of small business program providers\n\n3:00 – 4:00pm \n\nEconomic Forecast for Small Business\nModerated discussion with an economist on local workforce trends\, availability of capital\, and expectations for the local economy
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2019-connect-celebrate-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Johnson Controls Inc\, 5757 N Green Bay Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessie Leonard":MAILTO:jleonard@wbdc.org
GEO:43.1239428;-87.9369884
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Johnson Controls Inc 5757 N Green Bay Ave Milwaukee WI 53209 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5757 N Green Bay Ave:geo:-87.9369884,43.1239428
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190503T182639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T182639Z
UID:10001834-1561017600-1561030200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity: Protect Your Company From Major Threats - Eau Claire\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Through this FREE session you will learn what steps you can take to begin developing a risk management plan for mitigating this top threat. \nYou will learn key steps to help protect your company including: \n• Identification of potential risks to your business.\n• Qualification and prioritization of which risks to address immediately.\n• Potential solutions for risk mitigation and avoidance.\n• The need for the monitoring of ongoing risks.\n• Employee training on key policies and procedures. \nAgenda: \n8:00 am – Registration / Networking \n8:30 am – Introductions & Expectations \n8:40 am – Risk Management / Cyber Risk Overview \n9:00am –  Cybersecurity Case Study \n9:30am –  FBI on Cybersecurity \n10:00 am –  Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Presentation \n10:30am –  DCS Netlink Presenation / What You Can Do Today \n11:00 am – Wrap-up / Q&A \n***In addition\, the DCS Cybersecurity portion of the workshop that is scheduled for 9:00 am will be available via webinar HERE***
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cybersecurity-from-threats-eau-claire-wi/
LOCATION:29 Pines Restaurant\, 5872 33rd Avenue\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.8916985;-91.5510566
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=29 Pines Restaurant 5872 33rd Avenue Eau Claire WI 54703 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5872 33rd Avenue:geo:-91.5510566,44.8916985
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190408T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190408T210034Z
UID:10001987-1560949200-1560960000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business With the U.S. Forest Service - Iron River\, MI
DESCRIPTION:In Fiscal Year 2018\, the US Forest Service awarded over $1.6 billion in contracts. \nJoin us for this unique opportunity and network with and learn directly from the US Forest Service Lake State Acquisition Team about what it takes to do business with the U.S. Forest Service! \nUSFS manages over 193 million acres of national forest. Within the Northern Michigan and Northern Wisconsin area there are four national forests: \n\nHiawatha National Forest – Gladstone\, MI\nHuron-Manistee National Forest – Cadillac\, MI\nOttawa National Forest – Ironwood\, MI\nChequamegon-Nicolet National Forest – Park Falls and Rhinelander\, WI
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/usfs-june-19-2019/
LOCATION:Windsor Center\, 612 W. Adams Street (US2)\, Iron River\, MI\, 49935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="LeAnne Kachmarsky":MAILTO:leanne.kachmarsky@networksnorthwest.org
GEO:46.0925431;-88.6450433
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Windsor Center 612 W. Adams Street (US2) Iron River MI 49935 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 W. Adams Street (US2):geo:-88.6450433,46.0925431
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190521T200242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T200242Z
UID:10001842-1560326400-1560348000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - Growing Your Business in Oneida County Wisconsin - Rhinelander\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*This event will be rescheduled.*\nThis session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success: \n\nGovernment Contracting Opportunities\nFinancial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending\nSales and Marketing\nWorkforce Challenges\n\nThe opportunity to network with speakers and attendees will follow the program!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/oneida-county-workforce-solutions-summit/
LOCATION:Nicolet College Theater\, Lakeside Center\, 5364 College Dr\, Rhinelander\, WI\, 54501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:45.6123599;-89.4209753
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nicolet College Theater Lakeside Center 5364 College Dr Rhinelander WI 54501 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5364 College Dr:geo:-89.4209753,45.6123599
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190426T231717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T231717Z
UID:10001831-1558609200-1558616400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:SAME Industry\, Government and Small Business Engagement Series - Great Lakes\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses including Disadvantaged\, Veteran Owned\, Service Disabled Veteran Owned\, Woman Owned and HUBZone are encouraged to attend! \nRuthAnne Hall\, Purchasing Manager at Lake County\, will be presenting on opportunities with Lake County\, IL. There will also be an update on the Naval Station Great Lakes Housing Project. \n*Following the program* – Join us for a discussion of BIM! The technology landscape in AEC is always changing and keeping up these trends is important. \nIn this class we will look at the fundamentals of BIM gaining an understanding of common practices\, terminology and workflows. We will dive into some case studies of projects to see how BIM has and is being used. Lastly we will discuss the future of BIM in the practice and where we see it heading. \nBIM Speaker: Andrew Rider\, BIM Manager\, Woolpert \nRegistration will begin at 11:00 am followed by lunch and presentations at 12:00 pm. Program will end at 1:00 pm. \nRegistration is required. **Cost has changed from previous years** Credit card payment taken at the door. \nMember – $25\, Non-Member – $40\, Government/Military – $15 \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-industry-government-and-small-business-engagement-series-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
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:42.3125884;-87.8431686
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Museum of the American Sailor Building 42 Naval Station Great Lakes Great Lakes IL 60888 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Building 42\, Naval Station Great Lakes:geo:-87.8431686,42.3125884
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190522T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190521T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T200834Z
UID:10001844-1558510200-1558522800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Leveraging Resources to Grow Your Business - La Crosse\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The event will provide information on how having a principal business location in La Crosse positions a firm for business opportunities with the government sector under the SBA’s program that supports firms located in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). \nA substantial part of La Crosse is considered HUBZone and two census tracts are also designated as Opportunity Zones\, which encourage investments in firms located in such areas. \nIn addition\, the program will discuss how small businesses and those owned by individuals targeted for support such as veterans\, women and minorities may pursue both business and government opportunities to grow their business.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/leveraging-resources-to-grow-your-business-la-crosse-wi/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Wisconsin-La Crosse – Wimberly Hall Room 104\, 1701 Farwell Street\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="UW-La Crosse SBDC":MAILTO:sbdc@uwlax.edu
GEO:43.8166671;-91.230911
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190131T003853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T003853Z
UID:10001949-1558018800-1558029600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities- Hayward\, WI
DESCRIPTION:As a new or established growing small business\, you may face many challenges. For your business to succeed\, you need to develop and use a toolbox of resources. These sessions will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to network and speak with presenters before and after the program! \nBusinesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested. Exhibitors will be able to set up at 3:00 pm. \nAGENDA: \n2:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Exhibitor Setup \n3:00 pm – 3:45 pm – Registration & Networking \n3:45 pm – 4:00 pm – Welcome and Introductions \n4:00 pm – 4:20 pm – Welcome and Introductions – presented by David Fleming\, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College \n\nLocal\, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification – presented by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\n4:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Tribal Marketplace Opportunities (E.G. Doing Business With the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa) and Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Community College Business Development Resources – presented by David Fleming\, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College \n4:45 pm – 5:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources \n\nBusiness Planning\nFinancial Planning\nMarketing Products & Native American/Tribal DBE Resources\n\n5:30 pm -5:45 pm – Small Business loan Programs – presented by WIBA/WI-CLANS and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n5:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Networking \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-hayward-wi/
LOCATION:The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University\, 13466 W Trepania Rd\, Hayward\, WI\, 54843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:45.9423998;-91.3652437
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022342
CREATED:20190131T003253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T003253Z
UID:10001947-1557941400-1557952200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Eau Claire\, WI
DESCRIPTION:This event will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and speak with presenters before and after the program! \nBusinesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested. \nAgenda: \n5:00 pm – 5:30 pm – Vendor Set-up \n5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration & Networking \n6:00 pm – 6:10 pm – Introductions – May yer Thao\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC) \n6:10 pm – 6:35 pm – Local\, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification Processes – Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n6:35 pm – 7:00 pm – Marketing and Social Media \n7:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources \n\nStart-ups\, Expansions\, Succession Planning –ResourceAbility LLC\nFinancial Planning – WI-CLANS\nMarketing Products\, How to Be Found – Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\n7:30 pm -8:00 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – WI CLANS\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n8:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Discussion & Networking \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-eau-claire-wi/
LOCATION:Chippewa Valley Technical College – Casper Conference Center West\, 620 W Clairemont Ave\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.7939575;-91.5053411
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