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SUMMARY:To be rescheduled: Federal Contracting Opportunities for Rural Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Learn how rural businesses can tap into federal contracting opportunities and benefit from special certifications like HUBZone & woman-owned. Hear success stories and practical advice from newly-certified northcentral Wisconsin businesses sharing their experiences with pursuing government contracts. \nFederal government contracting can open new doors for rural businesses — from expanding customer bases to creating steady revenue streams. This FREE event will highlight why small businesses should consider pursuing these opportunities and explore the advantages of certifications such as HUBZone\, woman-owned\, or veteran-owned.  \nRepresentatives from the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) will discuss the basics & benefits of government contracting. Attendees will also hear directly from northcentral Wisconsin businesses who already have special certifications and are actively pursuing federal government contracts. These local leaders will share their experiences\, challenges\, and advice to help other rural businesses explore similar opportunities for growth and success. \nEVENT AGENDA: \n\n12:00 Welcome\n12:05 Government Contracting Basics (10 min)\nHigh-level overview of who holds contracts and the wide range of opportunities available.\n\nTo learn more\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-contracting-opportunities-for-rural-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:In State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lincoln County Economic Development Corporation":MAILTO:office@lincolncountyedc.org
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SUMMARY:2025 Economic Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Lincoln County EDC is excited to announce that the 2025 Economic Summit is returning! Mark your calendar for April 8\, 2025\, and join us at Inshalla Country Club in Tomahawk\, WI\, from 9:00 am – 4:30 pm for a great day of insights\, connections\, and actionable strategies to empower rural businesses and communities. Can’t get away for a whole day? Sign up for the half day that works best for you! \nTHEME: Economic Empowerment for Rural Communities \nDesigned to empower and strengthen rural businesses and communities\, the summit offers attendees the opportunity to engage in a day of economic insights and educational sessions. Participants will gain valuable knowledge on key economic issues that drive business and community success alongside other business and industry professionals. \nTickets and complete event information is now available\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-economic-summit/
LOCATION:Inshalla Country Club\, N11060 Clear Lake Rd\, Tomahawk\, 54487\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lincoln County Economic Development Corporation":MAILTO:office@lincolncountyedc.org
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