October 9, 2023

6:00pm-7:30pm: Navigating Government Contracting and Supply Chain Diversification

Synopsis: Live, in-person event to be held at the Youngstown Public Library that will address the government procurement process. If you are new or newer to the world of government contracting, this event will be great for you. Learn about the basics of government contracting: conducting market research to identify government customers and bid opportunities, utilizing resources like APEX and online tools, and developing relationships with government contracting officers, small business specialists, and more.

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700Y/events/71708

October 11, 2023

10:00am-12:00pm: Marketing to the Federal Government, How to Find Federal Customers

Synopsis: Learn the basics of setting up a pipeline of federal opportunities through market research.  During this training, businesses will learn:

  • Utilization of the Federal Procurement Data System
  • Utilization of USA Spending
  • What are procurement forecasts and how can they assist in business development?

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700M/events/71249

October 12, 2023

10:00am-11:00am: What is Cybersecurity? Why is It Critical for Your Business?

Synopsis: Cyber security refers to every aspect of protecting an organization, its employees, and assets against cyber threats and is a growing concern for small businesses, especially defense contractors.  By attending this webinar, you will learn about the importance of cyber hygiene and its potential impact on your business’ bottom line, and current Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level I & II readiness recommendations.

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700B/events/71995

 

October 13, 2023

10:00am-11:30am: Webinar-Introduction to Selling to the Federal Government

Synopsis: Each year, our government spends billions of dollars in goods and services purchases from private firms. The SBA works to create an environment for maximum participation by small, disadvantaged, and woman-owned businesses in federal government contract awards and large prime subcontract awards. SBA administers several programs and services that assist small businesses in meeting the requirements to receive government contracts, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. These include the 8(a) Business Development Program, SAM, HUBZone Program and SUB-Net. Find out how these programs can help your business.

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700M/events/71943

 

 

October 25, 2023

10:00am-12:00pm: Marketing to the Federal Government, Introducing the OSDBU and SBLO

Synopsis: Introducing the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and the Small Business Liaison Office (SBLO). Learn about small business advocates within federal agencies and how they assist small businesses in accessing and understanding opportunities within the federal agencies they represent.

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700M/events/71250

 

 

October 25, 2023

9:00am-4:00pm: Assets Toledo B2B Matchmaker

Synopsis: Potential suppliers will have the opportunity to meet with prominent buyers of products and services, creating business opportunities for both parties. In addition, this program will include various workshops covering various business topics, including registration in WOSB, VOSB.

Registration: https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/01700B/events/70952