Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Navigating the Federal Laboratory Consortium: A Guide for Small Business Innovators
2026-05-12 12:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
An overview of the Federal Laboratory Consortium and how it can help your small business succeed. Learn about the FLC’s extensive ecosystem and how you can tap into these valuable resources that can help drive regional economic growth and strengthen the defense industrial base.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

Acquisition Hour: CONTRACTING IN DISASTERS: Doing Business with Emergency Agencies
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:00
When disasters strike, federal, state, and local agencies must act quickly to provide relief, restore services, and support affected communities. This creates unique contracting opportunities for businesses that can supply goods and services in times of crisis. Understanding how emergency procurement works is essential for small businesses that want to be ready when opportunities arise.
In this session, participants will learn:

How federal, state, and local agencies buy during emergencies and disasters
The role of FEMA, GSA, and other key emergency management agencies
Contracting methods used in disaster response and recovery
How the 2025 FAR Overhaul has changed acquisition regulations for emergency contracting
Registration, certification, and preparedness steps businesses should take now
Best practices for positioning your business to respond quickly and effectively

This training will help small businesses understand the disaster contracting process, prepare in advance, and explore opportunities to support emergency response and recovery efforts.
Speaker:

Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

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

Entrepreneur & Innovator Resource Fair
2026-05-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Technology Innovation Center, 10437 West Innovation Drive, Wauwatosa, 53226, United States
Are you an entrepreneur or innovator in need of resources? Are you dreaming of starting your own business?
The Entrepreneur and Innovator Resource Fair aims to connect local entrepreneurs with valuable resources, support, and opportunities to foster growth and innovation within our community.
Entrepreneurs, innovators, students, and aspiring business owners are encouraged to attend. Entrepreneurship can be challenging and lonely but also rewarding and empowering. There are countless resources in Southeastern Wisconsin to guide you along your entrepreneurial journey. Join us for the Entrepreneur and Innovator Resource Fair to discover valuable resources, support, and opportunities to start and grow your business.
To learn more, click here.

Satellite Office: Fond du Lac
2026-05-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Envision Greater Fond du Lac, 23 S Main St Ste 101, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Envision Greater Fond du Lac offices located in Fond du Lac, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Fond du Lac, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – Local Certifications-Milwaukee County (SBE), City of Milwaukee (SBE) and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) (SBE)
2026-05-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presentation on local Certifications-Milwaukee County (SBE), City of Milwaukee (SBE) & Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (SBE)
Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator
Participants will learn:

What are the benefits of certification, and why should you get certified?
Database listing
Goals
How to apply

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Mission and Installation Contracting Command Advance Planning Briefing for Industry
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-22
The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) is hosting its sixth Annual command-wide virtual Advance Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI). This event will focus on educating Industry on the MICC and its Mission Partners and will provide a comprehensive overview of projected MICC requirements.
You spoke, and we listened! Based on the overwhelming response from our FY25 APBI survey indicating a desire for one-on-one meetings, we have delivered by redesigning this year’s APBI into a multi-day event with two distinct components:

Virtual Live Event: Join us on Monday, May 18, 2026, for a live broadcast on Microsoft Teams. In addition to our planned briefings, there will be a live Q&A session during the event, and all questions and answers will be posted to SAM.gov.
Virtual One-on-One Sessions: As requested, we are offering virtual one-on-one meetings with our acquisition staff. These sessions will take place from the afternoon of Monday, May 18, through the afternoon of Friday, May 22, 2026.

Registration is required for both events. Please use the links below to secure your spot at the live event and to request your one-on-one session. Please be advised that submitting a request does not guarantee a session invite. All requested one-on-ones are subject to Government review and availability. Furthermore, confirmed sessions may be canceled at any time due to shifting mission requirements or personnel availability, and will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
This multi-day virtual event will be broadcasted on the Microsoft Teams platform. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers, which will be posted to SAM.gov after the event.
To learn more, click here.
To read U.S. Army post (updated 2/25 with currently scheduled dates), click here.

Satellite Office: Eau Claire
2026-05-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Western Dairyland EOC, 418 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Western Dairyland EOC’s offices located in Eau Claire, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Eau Claire, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Federal Innovation Sites Every Inventor Should Know
2026-05-19 12:30 - 13:00
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
Are you an inventor, or do you have an invention that you would like to bring to the government’s attention? Join us to discuss interesting federal websites related to innovation you should know about. DoD is seeking new ideas and products. They want products that work, solve real-life problems, are fairly priced and can be delivered in short order. To take advantage of these needs you have to know about these programs. It’s also important to know, that this area is not static. Listen in this week to catch up on some of the more interesting sites.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

12th Annual DOD Contract Management Update [in-person - Appleton, WI]
2026-05-21 08:00 - 16:30 | Fox Valley Technical College DJ Bordini Center, 5 N Systems Dr, Appleton, WI, 54914, United States
ONSITE REGISTRATION AVAILALBE
Doing business with the Department of Defense presents great opportunities but also complex challenges. In order to be successful, the Defense Industrial Base must keep current with ever changing regulatory requirements, industry trends, and DoD priorities. Whether you’re a current or prospective DoD prime or subcontractor, you won’t want to miss the updates and discussions by area experts.
Join Wisconsin’s DOD contractors and subcontractors for this annual event. This in-person event will be held in Appleton, WI at the FVTC D.J. Bordini Center.
SCHEDULE
8:00 a.m. — Registration and morning refreshments
8:30 a.m. — Welcome and introductions
9:00 a.m. — Update on the FAR and Associated Regulations – presented by Daryl Zahn, Sr. Manager, Contracts & Compliance, DRS Naval Power Systems, Inc – LinkedIn
9:30 a.m. — Key Requirements for Becoming and Staying a Defense Subcontractor – presented by Lisa Race, Sr. Director, Global Procurement & Supply Chain, Oshkosh Defense – LinkedIn
10:15 a.m. — Break
10:45 a.m. — A Discussion with CMMC Assessors with:

Scott Singer, President, Federal Division, CyberNINES, A ControlCase Company – LinkedIn
Mike Bramm, Owner | CEO, BomberJacket Networks – LinkedIn
Moderated by Matthew Frost, Government Contracts Specialist, WPI

11:45 a.m. — Update on U.S. SBA programs supporting MANUFACTURING – presented by Frank Demarest, Wisconsin District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration – LinkedIn
12:00 p.m. — LUNCH and Networking

LUNCH Speaker – Buckley Brinkman, Previous CEO, WCMP

12:45 p.m. — Cyber Requirements for DOD Contractors – presented by Matthew Frost, Government Contracts Specialist, WPI
1:30 p.m. — The Potential Impact of Critical Technology Areas (CTA) on the DIB – presented by Marc Violante, Director Federal Market Strategies, WPI
1:45 p.m. — Break
2:00 p.m. — Federal Procurement and AI Updates – presented by David Zvenyach, CEO, MakeGov – LinkedIn
2:45 p.m. — CMMC – A Legal Perspective – presented by Erik Dullea, Partner, Husch Blackwell – LinkedIn
3:30 p.m. — Non-CMMC Considerations for Information Security in the DIB – presented by Marc Violante, Director Federal Market Strategies, WPI
4:00 p.m. — Closing Remarks
4:30 p.m. — Final networking and close of program

SPEAKERS
Lisa Race, Sr. Director, Global Procurement & Supply Chain, Oshkosh Defense – LinkedIn
David Zvenyach, CEO, MakeGov – LinkedIn
Erik Dullea, Partner, Husch Blackwell – LinkedIn
Daryl Zahn, Sr. Manager, Contracts & Compliance, DRS Naval Power Systems, Inc – LinkedIn
Scott Singer, President, Federal Division, CyberNINES, A ControlCase Company – LinkedIn
Mike Bramm, Owner | CEO, BomberJacket Networks – LinkedIn
Frank Demarest, Wisconsin District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration – LinkedIn
Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) staff

Marc Violante, Director Federal Market Strategies, WPI
Matthew Frost, Government Contracts Specialist, WPI

Thank you to our Masters(isses) of Ceremony

Daryl Zahn, Sr. Manager, Contracts & Compliance, DRS Naval Power Systems, Inc
Aina Vilumsons, President-Executive Director, WPI / Board Member, NDIA Great Lakes / Treasurer, NCMA WI Chapter

Attendance at this event qualifies for 5.5 NCMA CPE credits.

Satellite Office: Madison – Overview-Selling to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) & Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.
Presentation Overview-Selling to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) & Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD)
Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator
Participants will learn:

Registration process
Where to find solicitations
Request for proposals/Bids

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Green Bay
2026-05-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Green Bay Chamber Startup Hub, 2701 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Greater Green Bay Chamber Startup Hub in Green Bay, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Green Bay, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Certification and Government Contract Forum
2026-05-26 10:00 - 11:00
VBOC, along with other resource partners, is here to explain Government Contracting and certifications. Does it fit your business?
We are here to explain the terminology of Government Contracting and what that process looks like. Diving into the facts about certified businesses, I truly need this as a small business. What are my options as a Service Disabled Owned Small Business or Women Owned Small Business? Not everything is surface-level, and we understand that. We are here to serve all who are interested.
To learn more, click here.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: IP, Data Rights, and Federal Awards: What Every Company Should Know
2026-05-26 12:30 - 13:00
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
Intellectual Property rights can arise through the performance of a SBIR/STTR award, during performance of a federal award and may involve what is stated in a proposal and even what is shared via an Unsolicited Proposal. Companies doing business with or interested in doing business with the government need to consider if there is Intellectual Property involved and what governs ownership and use. We will provide a non-legal overview of SBIR/STTR IP, FAR Part 27 and DFARS Part 227 with a brief summary of Data Rights issues. This is an interesting and important area that is well worth listening in to this week’s podcast to explore.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

Satellite Office: Manitowoc
2026-05-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Progress Lakeshore, 202 N 8th St Ste 101, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Progress Lakeshore offices in Manitowoc, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Manitowoc, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

City Connect: City of Milwaukee Vendor Fair
2026-05-28 07:30 - 15:30 | Milwaukee City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, 53202, United States
We are excited to invite you to City Connect: City of Milwaukee’s 3rd Annual Vendor Fair. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM at Milwaukee City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53202. Registration and check-in will begin at 7:30 AM. Registration for City Connect 2026 is now officially open. Please note that space is limited and advanced registration is required. Registration will close on May 25, 2026, or once the event reaches capacity. We encourage all interested vendors and attendees to register early using the link below:
2026 City Connect Registration
We are especially excited about this year’s Vendor Fair, as we are introducing several new workshop offerings designed to support vendors at every stage of business development and growth.
In addition to our core workshops focused on submitting bids and RFPs through Bonfire and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in sessions covering:

Housing Initiatives
Construction and Infrastructure Projects
Insurance and Bonding
Sustainability
Skilled Labor
Financial Readiness
Finance through Grants and Micro-Loans

These workshops are designed not only to help vendors identify and pursue opportunities to do business with the City of Milwaukee, but also to provide practical tools, industry insights, and strategic resources that support long-term business growth, operational strength, and sustainability. Additional event details, workshop schedules, parking information, and updates will be shared via email, Eventbrite, and social media as the event approaches.
To learn more, click here.

Satellite Office: Madison
2026-05-28 09:00 - 16:00 | FEED Kitchens, 1219 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the FEED Kitchens in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison FEED Kitchens, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Cyber Thursday: CMMC: Control Set Series: 3.4 Configuration Management
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
This presentation explains the purpose behind these requirements: knowing what you have, controlling how it changes, and reducing your attack surface. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of what assessors expect to see, the documentation needed to demonstrate compliance, and the practical evidence required to satisfy each requirement. That includes baseline configurations, change control records, access restrictions, and software management policies.
Speaker: Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
For the full schedule of the Cyber Thursday webinars, please click here.

DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium & Exhibition
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-03
Please join us for the Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium & Exhibition in June 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. This event is hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency.
This two-day event will bring together Government and Industry leaders to discuss current and future challenges. Hear directly from leading Industry Executives, DoD Senior officials, as well as multiple General/Flag officers.
We will also be facilitating Small Business Matchmaking, breakout sessions for a variety of topics, and creating networking opportunities.
No matter if you are a small business looking to begin a working relationship with DLA or an established large business that wants to strengthen the relationship you have already developed, we look forward to your participation at this event. DLA welcomes new businesses that want to join the team and those businesses that have been working with us for years.
Join us and learn more about DLA, and how we can partner together to continually improve Warfighter Support!
To learn more, click here.

Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit
2026-06-01 15:00 - 2026-06-02 17:15 | Lambeau Field, 1265 Lombardi Avenue, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States
Join manufacturing, technology, and innovation leaders for a two-day working summit designed to solve real industry challenges. Built by industry leaders, for industry leaders, this is where ideas are tested, partnerships are formed, and progress begins.
The Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit brings together leaders from across disciplines to collaborate on the challenges shaping the future of manufacturing. From workforce and technology to cost, resilience, and growth, every session is designed to move from insight to action.
This is not a conference you attend. It’s a platform you work within.
To learn more, click here.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Unsolicited Proposals & NSF Project Pitches: Paths Beyond SBIR Topics
2026-06-02 12:30 - 13:00
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
SBIR and STTRs topics are defined by a potential federal customer. The topics are areas in which they have an interest. What if you have an idea but do not see a topic? One path to consider may be to submit an Unsolicited Proposal (FAR 15.6). Another option which is associated with the SBIR/STTR program is to submit a Project Pitch to the National Science Foundation (NSF). We’ll discuss the Project Pitch framework, requirements, limitations and next steps required for Pitches that are accepted.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

Acquisition Hour: Things to Know When Contracting with the Federal Government
2026-06-03 12:00 - 13:00
Things to Know When Contracting with the Federal Government – Knowing these differences will affect your proposal and response as a contractor, whether it is a Pre-solicitation, Sources Sought Notice, or Solicitation. We’ll explore the pricing impacts of the various contract types, including fixed price. Finally, we’ll talk about CPARS evaluation factors used to “grade” contract performance and how you as a contractor need to review and respond to those grades.
Speaker:

Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator

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

BIO Fair
2026-06-05 07:30 - 15:30 | Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center, 7901 Tysons One Place, Tysons, VA, 22102, United States
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host the BTO Innovation Opportunity Fair (BIO Fair) event for prospective proposers in Tysons, Virginia. Through hosting the BIO Fair event, BTO aims to: (1) familiarize participants with BTO’s mission and interest areas; (2) facilitate discussions with potential proposers; (3) increase the efficiency of proposal preparation and evaluation; and (4) foster a new performer networking.
This meeting will be held at the Unclassified level. All in-person attendees are required to present government-issued photo identification upon entry to the event.
To learn more, click here.

2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo
2026-06-05 10:00 - 15:00 | MotorCity Casino Hotel, 2901 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, 48201, United States
Connect and boost your business at the 2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo—live and in person! No cost to attend!
American Suppliers. American Buyers. American Success.
Coming to Detroit, MI! The Supplier Matchmaking Expo is your chance to meet domestic corporate partners from companies of all sizes that are looking for suppliers. This unique opportunity will bring together buyers and suppliers looking to strengthen their U.S. supply chains.
Hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration in collaboration with General Motors and the New American Industrial Alliance.
Why Attend?

Meet directly with buyers
Build relationships that could lead to future contracts
Network with other businesses in your field

What’s Included:

One-on-one matchmaking meetings
Exhibit hall with U.S. buyers and local, state and federal organizations that support small manufacturers

Don’t miss out on meeting key industry players and discovering fresh opportunities. Limited space available, so register today!
To learn more, click here.

Satellite Office: Oshkosh
2026-06-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation, 111 N. Main Street, Ste 204, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation in Oshkosh, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Oshkosh, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Beyond the Capabilities Statement
2026-06-09 12:30 - 13:00
FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS [FMI] is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take in the conversation.
Developing your communication’s plan. Tools such as quad charts, pitch desks, white papers, and solution briefs are used by different customers in different circumstances. They are tools that should be in every innovator’s toolbox. Know what they are and when to use them in your outreach efforts.
Presented by Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute and Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
For the list of Federal Market Insights webinar, please click here.

Satellite Office: Madison – Doing Business with Government
2026-06-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Room 103, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, Room 103 in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation – register for presentation here.

Presentation: Doing Business with Government
Presenter

Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator

Participants will learn:

What does the government buy?
Basics of what you need to enter the government market.
Federal, State, and local purchasing.

10:00 AM– 3:30 PM – register for individual sessions here.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Goodman South Campus, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Madison
2026-06-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue Campus, 2125 Commercial Avenue, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue campus in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Madison MATC Commercial Avenue, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Defense Industry Day 2026
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-17
Defense Industry Day is a premier gathering designed to spark collaboration, strengthen industry–government partnerships, and accelerate innovation across the rapidly expanding Department of Defense (DoD) manufacturing sector.
The event convenes leading manufacturers, emerging suppliers, defense experts, and technology innovators to explore new opportunities, share insights, and advance solutions that strengthen national defense readiness and supply-chain resilience.
June 16 | Day 1: Exclusive Manufacturing Tour
TRUMPF and DMG MORI both in Hoffman Estates
Tours are Invite Only.
Start the event with a tour of a leading manufacturing facility in Hoffman Estates. This experience will provide a look at operations and processes in action, along with an opportunity to connect with peers. Additional details, including location and logistics, will be shared soon.
Important Note: Capacity is limited for Day 1, please indicate your interest on the registration form to be considered. Expressing interest does not guarantee attendance.
June 17 | Day 2: Full-Day Conference (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Embassy Suites Chicago – Naperville
Join us for a full day of insights, collaboration, and connection across the defense manufacturing ecosystem. The conference will feature industry perspectives, educational sessions, and networking opportunities designed to help manufacturers better understand the defense landscape, strengthen partnerships, and identify opportunities for growth.
For more information, click here.
