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SUMMARY:12th Annual GVSETS (Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Coming to you VIRTUALLY for 2020!\nIn order to ensure the safety of all participants\, the NDIA Michigan Chapter has chosen to host the 12th Annual GVSETS & APBI Virtually! \nExhibitor\, Sponsor and Attendee information is forthcoming!\nGVSETS & APBI is one of the NDIA Michigan Chapter’s key industry-government-academia events. \nThe three-day event brings together Defense Executives\, Program Managers\, Engineers\, and other Key Decision-Makers to discuss initiatives\, programs\, plans\, and innovative technical solutions for manned and unmanned ground systems. This unique opportunity helps chart the course and contribute to the future success of our nation’s Warfighters. \nWith the opportunity to go virtual\, GVSETS & APBI will provide valuable content and direction to a much broader audience. DoD Presenters and Panelists will include strategic visions from: \n\nArmy Futures Command\nArmy Materiel Command\nAssistant Secretary of the Army (ASA) for Acquisition\, Logistics and Technology (ALT)\nTank-Automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC)\nCombat Capabilities and Development Command (CCDC)\nArmy Program Executive Offices (PEOs)\nTechnical experts from the Government\, Industry and Academia\n\nIn addition to the speakers\, panels and technical papers\, the event will include a Virtual Exhibit Hall where vendors will meet with attendees to showcase their latest Ground System technologies and capabilities. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe 3-Day event schedule is as follows: \n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 3:\nTechnical Sessions\n\n\nWednesday\, November 4:\nMain Session\n\n\nThursday\, November 5:\nTACOM LCMC APBI (half-day) Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLike last year\, Day-1 will focus on five\, REVITALIZED technical sessions. Due to an overwhelming amount of interest\, this year’s sessions will provide additional emphasis on Survivability\, Immersive Simulation\, Artificial Intelligence and Ground System Fluids. The Technical Sessions include: \n\nAutonomy\, Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (AAIR)\nMobility\nModeling Simulation and Software (MS2)\nSurvivability\nVehicle Electronics and Architecture (VEA) & Cyber\n\nWe hope you can join us for another exciting year. For additional information regarding GVSETS & APBI\, please contact gvsets@ndia-mich.org.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/12th-annual-gvsets-ground-vehicle-systems-engineering-technology-symposium-webinar/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201104T070000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191218T031858Z
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SUMMARY:2020 SAME Federal Small Business Conference (SBC) - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 2020 Small Business Conference (SBC)!\nThe 2020 Federal Small Business Conference for the A/E/C Industry is going virtual! \nConnect with a few thousand of your fellow colleagues and business partners for the market research event of the year. From keynote speeches\, to cutting-edge education sessions tailored specifically for small businesses\, to networking connections you simply cannot make any place else\, Virtual SBC will offer so much of what you need right now to grow your company and strengthen your agency-but from the comfort and safety of your home as we all continue to adapt due to the challenges of COVID-19. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2020-federal-small-business-conference-sbc/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann McLeod":MAILTO:amcleod@same.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200828T013627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T013627Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the City of Green Bay\, UW-Green Bay and the Green Bay Area Public School District
DESCRIPTION:  \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments. Please join us and learn about how to do business with the City of Green Bay\, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the Green Bay Area Public School District. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\n  \nPresenters: \n\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nCity of Green Bay\nUniversity of Wisconsin-Green Bay\nGreen Bay Area Public School District\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-the-city-of-green-bay-uw-green-bay-and-the-green-bay-area-public-school-district/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED: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=America/Chicago:20201106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200724T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T195954Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Tools\, practices and resources for your cyber-security toolbox
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity is not a “thing\,” or just a plan\, or some other end-result that once completed never sees the light of day. Cybersecurity requires vigilance\, awareness and an array of knowledge\, tools and skills tailored for every level of the organization and which are practiced on a daily basis. The webinar will provide an overview of these elements which are essential to securing computers and networks. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all Cyber Friday webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-tools-practices-and-resources-for-your-cyber-security-toolbox/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200924T205714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T205714Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Walworth County\, Waukesha County\, and the Milwaukee Area Technical College
DESCRIPTION:  \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments. Please join us and learn about how to do business with Walworth County\, Waukesha County and the Milwaukee Area Technical College. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nMilwaukee Area Technical College\nWalworth County\nWaukesha County\n\nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-walworth-county-waukesha-county-and-the-milwaukee-area-technical-college/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200826T223825Z
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SUMMARY:Locating Opportunities with Federal\, State and Local Governments Hosted by Envision Greater Fond Du Lac – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe government is continuing to spend money on goods and services even during these challenging times. Last year\, the Federal government spent almost $600 billion and the State of Wisconsin spent about $3 billion. There are opportunities for manufacturing\, construction\, technology\, professional services\, research and a wide range of goods and general services. \nDuring this session\, we will explore how your business could enter and grow sales in the Federal\, State and Local Government markets. \nTopics will include: \n\nWhere is your specific opportunity in the Government?\nHow to get started – registrations and certifications\nBenefits of being small\nHow to locate and bid on opportunities\nRequirements and obligations as a Government contractor\n\n  \nSpeakers: \n\nKen Kotloski\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/locating-opportunities-with-federal-state-and-local-governments-webinar-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200821T230340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200821T230340Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Changes\, Delays and Disputes in Federal Construction Contracts
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe only thing constant is change – at least this may seem to be the case on some Federal construction contracts. Understanding the Contractor’s rights and responsibilities when changes and other issues arise can help immensely! \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nDirected and Constructive Changes\nExcusable and Non-Excusable Delay\nProcedures for Resolving Disputes\n\n  \nSpeakers: \n\nHelen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nWenbin Yuan\, Dakota Intertek Corp.\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-changes-delays-and-disputes-in-federal-construction-contracts-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200714T013106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T013106Z
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SUMMARY:DLA Technical Data Packages (Bid Sets & cFolders) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Webinars will be held for numerous topics throughout the year. The webinars are held using Adobe Connect. Registration is necessary to gain access to Webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dla-technical-data-packages-bid-sets-cfolders-webinar/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20201029T201401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T201401Z
UID:10002365-1605693600-1605699000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:GSA Great Lakes Region OSDBU Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nGSA Great Lakes Region OSDBU Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Event \nService Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with NAICS codes 541612\, don’t miss this opportunity to learn best practises\, strategies and tips from Rividium\, https://www.rividium.com/ on how to be successful in the federal marketplace. Time will be allotted for Q & A’s. For more information\, please contact Maureen Cruz at (312) 353-5384 or maureen.cruz@gsa.gov \n  \nWhen: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2020\nWhere: Virtual Event\nTime: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. (CST) \n  \nParticipant Instructions: The event begins at 10:00 AM CST on Wednesday\, November 18\, 2020; you may join the event 10 minutes prior. Entry Link: meet.google.com/niy-pnfs-rii – Or dial-in: (US) +1 508-506-1798  PIN: 421 991 682#. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gsa-great-lakes-region-osdbu-service-disabled-veteran-owned-small-business-event/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Cruz":MAILTO:maureen.cruz@gsa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200928T221049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T221049Z
UID:10002359-1605697200-1605700800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities with Dane County and UW–Madison
DESCRIPTION:  \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments. Please join us and learn about how to do business with Dane County and the University of Wisconsin—Madison. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nCEDP\, Inc.\nDane County\nUW–Madison\n\n  \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-with-dane-county-and-uw-madison/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20201115T013344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201115T013344Z
UID:10002022-1605776400-1605780000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Green Bay Packers Mentoring Program - Milwaukee Information Session
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protege Program (GBP MPP) and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) will co-host a virtual information session event for potential mentors and protégés about the program. Former and current GBP MPP participants will share their first-hand experiences with the program to answer all your questions concerning the process. \nFor additional information\, visit the registration page at this link. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/green-bay-packers-mentoring-program-milwaukee-information-session/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T195000
CREATED:20200724T201012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T201012Z
UID:10002303-1605870000-1605873600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: An overview of cyber-threats - What you can't see - can put you out of business!
DESCRIPTION:Cyber-threats are pervasive and continue to evolve often at an incredible rate. All businesses both large and small and in all industries are susceptible to a cyber-attack. Part of compliance is maintaining an awareness of the threats and recommended action to be able to adapt policies and or practices to minimize the risk. This webinar will review information related to the most current cyber-threats\, tactics being used and systems at risk. This session will also provide credible references that can and should be used on a routine basis to remain current. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all Cyber Friday webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-an-overview-of-cyber-threats-what-you-cant-see-can-put-you-out-of-business/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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