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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.871449;-88.628951
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T110000
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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:20260410T035243
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Veteran Owned Businesses in the Government Markets - Janesville\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Janesville Innovation Center on April 4 2019 to learn about how Wisconsin veteran owned businesses can secure opportunities in the Government markets – Federal\, State and Local. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) will be sharing information on topics including small business certifications\, locating current opportunities /past procurement history and how to market your business to the government. Both veteran and non-veteran businesses are invited to attend. \nAgenda: \n5:30 pm               Registration and Introduction – Mike Olmsted\, Olmsted Group \n6:00 pm               Facility tour – Mike Mathews\, Economic Growth Advisors\, LLC \n6:15 pm               WPI presentation – Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n7:00 pm               Q&A and networking \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/opportunities-for-veteran-owned-businesses-in-the-government-markets-janesville-wi/
LOCATION:Janesville Innovation Center\, 2949 W Venture Dr\, Janesville\, WI\, 53546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:42.638474;-89.009212
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190402T093000
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SUMMARY:Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program Workshop - Sturgeon Bay\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Door County\, WI has been designated as a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) qualified county.  This program can help small businesses in Door County (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\nCLICK HERE to view Agenda
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/historically-underutilized-business-zone-hubzone-program-workshop/
LOCATION:Door County Economic Development Corporation\, 185 East Walnut Street\, Sturgeon Bay\, WI\, 54235\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.8198108;-87.3781265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190327T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20190131T002605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T002605Z
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SUMMARY:Business Financing\, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Milwaukee\, 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. \nThis session will be held on the first floor of the Technology Innovation Center\, Room 119. Please park in the Visitors parking lot or back lot facing the Crowne Plaza Hotel. \nAgenda: \n2:30 pm – Exhibitor Setup \n3:00 – 4:00 pm – Registration  & Vendor Networking \n4:00 – 4:15 pm – Welcome and Introductions \n4:15 – 4:30 pm – Local\,  State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification – presented by Benjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n4:30 – 4:45 pm – Small Business Administration (SBA) Resources – presented by Shane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)  \n4:45- 5:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources \n\nBusiness Planning – Start-up\, Expansion & Succession – presented by Yuli Her\, Business Development Specialist\, WI- CLANS\, and May yer Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)\nFinancial Planning – presented by Ger Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)\nMarketing and Social Media – presented by Rob Pero\, Perodigm Design Studio \n\n5:30 – 5:45 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – presented by May yer Thao\, Executive Director\, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC) and Frank Demarest\, Jr.\, Deputy District Director\, Wisconsin District Office\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \n5:45 – 6:00 pm  – Discussion – Informal networking (scheduling follow-up meetings)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/bus-financing-market-opportunities-wi/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190205T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181213T065059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T065059Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing a Winning Government Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Is your proposal responsive and effective? \nWriting a government proposal takes time\, careful planning and a complete understanding of requirements. It must provide credible evidence that your business understands a problem\, has a comprehensive solution\, has the skills and experience to do the work and can provide the solution at a competitive price. \nJoin us and learn what makes an effective winning proposal. All contractors and subcontractors looking to improve their proposals should attend! \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/preparing-a-winning-government-proposal/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0434765;-88.0446759
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20180921T020824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180921T020824Z
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SUMMARY:End of Year Federal Contractor Update - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Join Wisconsin’s Federal contractors for a series of briefings focusing on changes and challenges. \nCLICK HERE to view agenda. \nCLICK HERE to view speaker bios. \nThis year’s speakers include: \n\nLTC Christopher Foster\, Commander\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Milwaukee\nDaryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc.\nJason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations at Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)\nGreg Litvinskas\, Price/Cost Analyst\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Milwaukee\nPaul Lauro\, Director of Contracting\, Network Contracting Office NC012\, Great Lakes Acquisition Center\, US Department of Veterans Affairs\nWilliam Hughes\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell LLP\nCindy Shane\, Senior Manager\, Government Contracts\, Eaton Corporation\nPaul Murphy\, Government Contracts Specialist – Financial Compliance\, Eaton Corporation\nAina Vilumsons\, CEO\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis event is eligible for 6 CPE credits.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/end-of-year-federal-contractor-update-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza – Wauwatosa\, 10499 W Innovation Dr\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0446869;-88.0462019
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181205T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T224633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T224633Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This webinar will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-conference-roi-101-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T224332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T224332Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-conference-roi-101-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Technology Innovation Center\, Room 121\, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0434765;-88.0446759
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T223724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T223724Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Appleton\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-conference-roi-101-appleton-wi/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College – Bordini Center\, Room 142\, 5 N. Systems Dr.\, Appleton\, WI\, 54914\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.2829245;-88.4556141
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T223004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T223004Z
UID:10001835-1541667600-1541678400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101- Madison\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-your-conference-return-on-investment-roi-101-madison-wi/
LOCATION:Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County\, Suite E\, 2881 Commerce Park Dr.\, Fitchburg\, WI\, 53719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0105778;-89.4678204
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County Suite E 2881 Commerce Park Dr. Fitchburg WI 53719 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2881 Commerce Park Dr.:geo:-89.4678204,43.0105778
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T222428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T222428Z
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SUMMARY:Rescheduled for November 15 - Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:*Please Note – This webinar has been canceled and rescheduled for November 15\, 2018* \nLearn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. This webinar will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-your-conference-return-on-investment-roi-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181011T215518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T215518Z
UID:10001829-1541149200-1541160000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your Conference Return on Investment (ROI) 101 - Menomonie\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maximize the time\, money and talent that you and your organization invest in attending and participating in a conference! Exhibiting\, general networking and meeting with potential customers requires significant preparation and planning. \nThis workshop will discuss the steps you will need to take before\, during and after a government or corporate business conference/tradeshow to take advantage of all possible opportunities. \nTopics include: \n\nDoing your homework– how to develop your focus\, goals and plan of attack\nCreating targeted marketing materials including business cards\, capabilities statements\, websites and elevator pitches\nBasics of time management and networking\nAttracting people to your exhibit\nPost event strategies\n\nCLICK HERE to visit the schedule of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/maximizing-your-conference-return-on-investment-roi-menomonie-wi/
LOCATION:Dunn County Government Center\, 800 Wilson Ave\, Room 58\, Menomonie\, 54751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:44.8750063;-91.9202293
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181009T185604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T185604Z
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Opportunities - Rhinelander\, WI
DESCRIPTION:The Government buys pretty much everything – from military vehicles\, tree planting services\, office furniture\, plumbing services\, facility maintenance and IT support. Over the last few fiscal years\, every county in Wisconsin has recorded sales to the Federal government. Sales have been to a broad range of agencies from the US Forest Service\, USDA\, Department of Veterans Affairs\, Department of Defense and many more.  \nState of Wisconsin (and other States) as well as Local Governments also purchase a wide range of goods and services. In addition\, there are also opportunities to subcontract. This session is designed as an introduction for small businesses who are considering selling to the government market or those just starting to review and look for opportunities. \nWhat you will learn:\n \n\nBenefits of being a small business\n\nHow to find government opportunities\n\nHow to sell products and services to the local state\, county\, municipality and federal government\n\nWhere you can get help – at no cost\n\nAgenda: \n12:30 pm: Registration\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Program \n\nIntroductions\nSmall Business Programs and Funding Opportunities – U.S. SBA\nSelling to the Government – An Overview – WPI\nBusiness Opportunities and Resources\n\n4:00 pm: Networking \nCLICK HERE for Rhinelander Campus Map
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gov-contracting-opportunities-rhinelander-wi/
LOCATION:Nicolet College\, Fieldside Center Room 102\, 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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181012T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T002945Z
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SUMMARY:WBON/WWE Luncheon - Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Join this luncheon on ‘Resources for Women in Business’. WBON/WWE are hosting a resource of services that are available to you and that you can benefit from for your business. We will discuss Women Business Owner Certification\, funding for your business\, selling to the Government\, no cost consulting for your business and other topics. \nEach resource will have a table to showcase services offered.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wbon-wwe-luncheon-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Aliotos Restaurant\, 3041 N Mayfair Rd\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53222\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0736818;-88.0484941
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181004T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035243
CREATED:20181001T221534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T221534Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce Supplier & Contractor Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Join this session in a three-part series starting October 4\, 2018: Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce Supplier & Contractor Briefing. \nMany government agencies and commercial organizations seek to include veteran-owned businesses as suppliers\, contractors and service providers. This series is designed to provide you with the knowledge needed to participate in commercial and government contracting programs. \nThese events will bring together commercial and government purchasers\, and will provide veteran-owned businesses with critical information on certification programs\, bidding and purchasing processes\, and growing their business through supplier and contractor programs. Veteran business owners will hear from industry experts and suppliers on how they can grow their businesses with commercial and government contracts.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-veterans-chamber-of-commerce-supplier-contractor-briefing/
LOCATION:Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren\, N16 W23250 Stone Ridge Drive\, Suite One\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Deblois":MAILTO:hilaryd@wispro.org
GEO:43.0533;-88.211506
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