Federal Market Insights [FMI]: How to Learn What You Need to Know. Applying the Feynman Technique May Help.

FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS 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 […]

2025 WEDA Fall Best Practices Conference

Oshkosh Convention Center 2 North Main Street, Oshkosh, WI, United States

The 2025 WEDA Best Practices Conference will be held Sept. 24-26, in beautiful Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel, in the heart of downtown, is our host. Amazing restaurants and pubs, all within walking distance, will make this a great city to explore! The upcoming conference will provide attendees with an opportunity to dive into […]

Satellite Office: Eau Claire – hosted by the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council

Western Dairyland EOC 418 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire, WI, 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.

Acquisition Hour: The 8(a) Business Development Program

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program is a powerful resource designed to help socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses gain access to the federal contracting marketplace. This nine-year program offers specialized business training, counseling, and set-aside contracting opportunities to help firms build capacity and compete more effectively for federal contracts. In this […]

Local Government Contracting for Small Businesses (virtual)

Explore best practices in procurement and how to discover local government contracting opportunities. Click on the flyer below to download and to complete registration. This virtual workshop will provide small businesses with information on procurement practices and how to identify contracting opportunities with local government entities. The event will include networking and buyer meeting opportunities […]

Office Hours: Madison – Local Certifications Workshop

Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, United States

WPI will be holding an in-person session on Local Certifications Workshop at the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI. Schedule: 9-10 AM –Presentation on Local Certifications Tru Mwololo will give an hour-long presentation on Local Certifications. Types of State of certifications-MBE/WBE/DVB Why get certified? How to get certified. Benefits & […]

Satellite Office: Superior – hosted by the Small Business Development Center at UW – Superior

Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior 1401 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI, United States

WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior in Superior, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Superior, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Cyber Thursday: CMMC 2.0 What is 48 CFR and why it matters?

This session will explore the 48 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) in depth, focusing on its role in establishing the legal and contractual foundation for cybersecurity requirements in federal acquisitions. The 48 CFR's Timeline and particular clauses will be discussed at length so we can understand the future of the CMMC Program. Speaker: Matt Frost, […]

Wisconsin Latino 10th Economic Unsummit

Crowne Plaza Milwaukee South 6401 S 13th Street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us on September 25th and 26th for an exciting event! This will be our first ever 2 day Unsummit with special reception and our first-ever Economic Inclusion Awards Ceremony, honoring leaders advancing equity in both the public and private sectors. Doors will open on the 25th at 4:00 PM and again on the 26th […]

$19 – $59

Satellite Office: Superior – hosted by the Small Business Development Center at UW – Superior

Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior 1401 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI, United States

WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior in Superior, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Superior, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.