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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20191202T195944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T195944Z
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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).\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20191104T230727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T230727Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T184500
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20191004T220317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T220317Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20191003T233501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T233501Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190531T223145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T141447Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.030515;-87.934904
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190820T000257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T000257Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190805T215517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190805T215517Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.030515;-87.934904
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190606T181257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T181257Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190702T012815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T012815Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190130T215929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T215929Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190503T182639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T182639Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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:20260619T032320
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:20260619T032320
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Univeristy of Wisconsin-La Crosse – Wimberly Hall Room 104 1701 Farwell Street La Crosse WI 54601 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1701 Farwell Street:geo:-91.230911,43.8166671
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University 13466 W Trepania Rd Hayward WI 54843 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=13466 W Trepania Rd:geo:-91.3652437,45.9423998
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aiccwhmongwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.7939575;-91.5053411
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chippewa Valley Technical College – Casper Conference Center West 620 W Clairemont Ave Eau Claire WI 54701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=620 W Clairemont Ave:geo:-91.5053411,44.7939575
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190131T002945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T002945Z
UID:10001945-1557846000-1557856800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Stevens Point\, 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. \nAgenda: \n2:30 pm – 3:00  pm – Vendor Set-up \n3:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Registration and Networking \n3:30 pm – 3:40 pm – Introductions – May yer Thao\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC) \n3:40 pm – 4:05 pm – Marketing and Social Media – Small Business Development Center (SBDC) \n4:05 pm – 4:30 pm – Local\, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification Processes – Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n4:30 pm – 5:15 pm – Small Business Development Resources \n\nStart-ups\, Expansions and Succession Planning – CAP Services \nFinancial Planning – WI CLANS \nMarketing Products\, How to Be Found – Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\n5:15 pm – 5:45 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – WI CLANS / SBA \n5:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Discussion & Networking
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-stevens-point-wi/
LOCATION:IDEA Center\, 1039 Ellis St\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aiccwhmongwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.521104;-89.5831373
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=IDEA Center 1039 Ellis St Stevens Point WI 54481 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1039 Ellis St:geo:-89.5831373,44.521104
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190424T212642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T212642Z
UID:10001995-1556528400-1556550000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual City of Milwaukee Small Business Conference - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the City’s 10th Annual Small Business Conference hosted by the Office of Small Business Development\, in partnership with the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin. Enjoy workshops\, presentations\, networking and new connections as we work toward BRIDGING THE GAP WITH STRATEGIC PARTNERS! Lunch is provided along with unlimited business opportunities. \nAgenda \n9:00 AM – 9:45 AM Registration | Networking | Vendors | Continental Breakfast \n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM Welcome and Opening Remarks \n10:30 AM – 11:15 AM Plenary Session \n11:25 AM – 12:20 PM Break-out Workshops \n12:35 PM – 1:10 PM Lunch and Small Business Spotlight \n1:15 PM – 2:00 PM Break-out Workshops \n2:10 PM – 2:55 PM Plenary Session \n2:55 PM – 3:00 PM Closing Remarks \nWorkshop topics include accessing City contracts; understanding government certifications and contracts; business\, technology and periodicals; DNR environmental assistance programs; marketing and branding; finance and accounting best practices; guaranty and lender products and much more!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-city-milwaukee-small-bus-conference/
LOCATION:Manpower Group Headquarters\, 100 Manpower Place\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0492373;-87.9131006
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Manpower Group Headquarters 100 Manpower Place Milwaukee WI 53212 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=100 Manpower Place:geo:-87.9131006,43.0492373
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190320T004934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190320T004934Z
UID:10001977-1556263800-1556287200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) 3rd Annual Business Symposium - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/milwaukee-public-schools-mps-3rd-annual-business-symposium-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Italian Community Center\, 631 E. Chicago Street\, Milwaukee\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jiquinna A. Cohen":MAILTO:cohenj1@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
GEO:43.032725;-87.9018342
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Italian Community Center 631 E. Chicago Street Milwaukee 53202 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=631 E. Chicago Street:geo:-87.9018342,43.032725
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190207T033437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T033437Z
UID:10001959-1556186400-1556193600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Site Visit - Iron Mountain\, MI
DESCRIPTION:*Registration has closed. If you were unable to register\, please contact Carol Murphy at carolm@wispro.org or (414) 828-8081 *\nThis guided site visit will provide an opportunity to learn more about upcoming projects at the Oscar G Johnson Medical Center in Iron Mountain\, MI. \nAll current and potential contractors and subcontractors working in construction\, A/E\, environmental and related trades are encouraged to attend. \nThere is no cost but advanced registration is REQUIRED to participate. On-site registration will not be available. \n Each attendee must register separately. \nA site visit at this location will also be held on April 24\, 2019.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/va-site-visit-iron-mountain-mi-2/
LOCATION:Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Center\, 325 E H St\, Iron Mountain\, MI\, 49801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/vamiptacwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:45.8102287;-88.0615465
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Center 325 E H St Iron Mountain MI 49801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 E H St:geo:-88.0615465,45.8102287
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190207T033256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T033256Z
UID:10001958-1556186400-1556193600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Site Visit - Tomah\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*Registration has closed. If you were unable to register\, please contact Carol Murphy at carolm@wispro.org or (414) 828-8081 *\nThis guided site visit will provide an opportunity to learn more about upcoming projects at the Tomah\, WI Medical Center. \nAll current and potential contractors and subcontractors working in construction\, A/E\, environmental and related trades are encouraged to attend. \nThere is no cost to attend but advanced registration is required. \nThere is no cost but advanced registration is REQUIRED to participate. On-site registration will not be available. \nEach attendee must register separately. \nA site visit at this location will also be held on April 24\, 2019.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/va-site-visit-tomah-wi-2/
LOCATION:Tomah VA Medical Center\, 500 E Veterans St\, Tomah\, WI\, 54660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/vamiptacwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.0036157;-90.4934495
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tomah VA Medical Center 500 E Veterans St Tomah WI 54660 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=500 E Veterans St:geo:-90.4934495,44.0036157
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190207T033041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T033041Z
UID:10001957-1556100000-1556107200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Site Visit - Iron Mountain\, MI
DESCRIPTION:*Registration has closed. If you were unable to register\, please contact Carol Murphy at carolm@wispro.org or (414) 828-8081 *\nThis guided site visit will provide an opportunity to learn more about upcoming projects at the Oscar G Johnson Medical Center in Iron Mountain\, MI. \nAll current and potential contractors and subcontractors working in construction\, A/E\, environmental and related trades are encouraged to attend. \nThere is no cost but advanced registration is REQUIRED to participate. On-site registration will not be available. \n Each attendee must register separately. \nA site visit at this location will also be held on April 25\, 2019.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/va-site-visit-iron-mountain-mi/
LOCATION:Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Center\, 325 E H St\, Iron Mountain\, MI\, 49801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/vamiptacwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:45.8102287;-88.0615465
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Center 325 E H St Iron Mountain MI 49801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 E H St:geo:-88.0615465,45.8102287
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190207T032258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T032258Z
UID:10001955-1556100000-1556107200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Site Visit - Tomah\, WI
DESCRIPTION:*Registration has closed. If you were unable to register\, please contact Carol Murphy at carolm@wispro.org or (414) 828-8081 *\nThis guided site visit will provide an opportunity to learn more about upcoming projects at the Tomah\, WI Medical Center. \nAll current and potential contractors and subcontractors working in construction\, A/E\, environmental and related trades are encouraged to attend. \nThere is no cost to attend but advanced registration is required. \nThere is no cost but advanced registration is REQUIRED to participate. On-site registration will not be available. \nEach attendee must register separately. \nA site visit at this location will also be held on April 25\, 2019.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/va-site-visit-tomah-wi/
LOCATION:Tomah VA Medical Center\, 500 E Veterans St\, Tomah\, WI\, 54660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/vamiptacwpi.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.0036157;-90.4934495
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tomah VA Medical Center 500 E Veterans St Tomah WI 54660 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=500 E Veterans St:geo:-90.4934495,44.0036157
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190306T202815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T202815Z
UID:10001815-1555515000-1555524000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Menominee\, 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! Businesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested. \nAGENDA \n3:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Exhibitor Setup \n3:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Registration and Networking \n4:00 pm – 4:20 pm – Local\, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certifications – presented by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n4:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin Contracting Opportunities/Processes – presented by Brett Hoffman\, Tribal Property Management & Acquisition \n4:45 pm – 5:15 pm – Small Business Development Resources – Business Planning\, Financial Planning\, Marketing Products \n5:15 pm – 5:25 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – presented by WIBA/WI-CLANS and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n5:25 pm – 5:45 pm – Menominee Small Business Owners Panel with Stephanie Awonohopay\, Awonos Logging\, Yvette Hartman-Wilber\, Tumbleweed\, Mary Dvoratchek\, Hard Rock Sawing & Drilling and Steward Boivin Jr.\, Boivin Excavating \n5:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Discussion and Networking
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-menominee-wi/
LOCATION:College of Menominee Nation – Cultural Learning Center\, N172 Hwy 47/55\, Keshena\, WI\, 54135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aiccwhmongwpi-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.871449;-88.628951
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=College of Menominee Nation – Cultural Learning Center N172 Hwy 47/55 Keshena WI 54135 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N172 Hwy 47/55:geo:-88.628951,44.871449
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
CREATED:20190313T204115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T204115Z
UID:10001822-1554980400-1554987600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:SAME Industry-Government and Small Business Engagement Series - Great Lakes\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Join to learn more about the P-714 Design-Build Unaccompanied Housing Project with the Clark Construction/Blinderman team! \nSmall\, Disadvantaged\, Veteran Owned\, Service Disabled Veteran Owned\, Woman Owned and HUBZone businesses are encouraged to attend. Special interest trades include: \n\nCivil/Sitework\nConcrete\nMisc Metals/Decking\nMasonry/Enclosure\nFinishes and Interiors\nMechanical/Pluming/Fire Protection\nElectrical/Low Voltage\n\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 \nExhibit booths will be available.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-ind-gov-small-bus-great-lakes-il-apr19/
LOCATION:Buckley’s Restaurant at Willow Glen Golf Club\, 2821 Great Lakes Dr\, North Chicago\, IL\, 60888\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:42.3096636;-87.8690504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T032320
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SUMMARY:Morning Formation: Veterans Doing Business With the Government Certification Workshop - Mount Pleasant\, WI
DESCRIPTION:How can a certification help grow your business? \nWhether you’re a manufacturer\, contractor or service provider\, certifying your business as veteran/minority/woman owned can help you win bids and contracts on private or government projects. \nAt this Morning Formation\, we’ll be covering certification types\, and how to apply for and acquire them.  Do you qualify for DBE (disadvantaged business enterprise) programs? This presentation will discuss what to do once you have your certification and how to get started with state or federal contracting. \nBreakfast\, networking & presentation included. Members attend for free\, but are encouraged to register for head-count/food purposes. Non-Members can purchase tickets for just $10.00. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-veterans-chamber-of-commerce-certification-workshop-mount-pleasant-wi/
LOCATION:Village of Mt. Pleasant\, 8811 Campus Drive\, Room 1\, Mount Pleasant\, WI\, 53406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:42.7257877;-87.8932441
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