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CT PTAP EVENT CALENDAR Organization Name: Connecticut Procurement Technical Assistance Program Location: Headquarters - New London - 888-673-2837 Ext. 207 Connecticut PTAP's Event Calendar is on-line. Click this link to view: http://www.ctptap.org/calendar.htm Registration Fee: There is no charge for most CT PTAP sponsored seminars. Contact Email: info@ctptap.org Selling to the Military Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This is a mid-level course and is designed for anyone wanting to sell goods or services to the military. This seminar will acquaint attendees with the basic principles that they must know in order to do business with the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or DLA. The 7 phases of government procurement will be reviewed. Additional topics include the DFARS, simplified acquisition thresholds, use of military forecasts, doing business with the Army’s Corps of Engineers, DLA's Procurement Gateway, DoD’s e-mall, how to find military specs and standards, and much, much more. Mar. 19, 2009 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA June 18, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA August 20, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Sept. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Understanding the GSA Schedules Process Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This class addresses many of the challenges businesses face when deciding whether they should seek a GSA Schedule contract. Topics include: an overview of GSA's mission; the federal government's various "purchasing vehicles"; why federal agencies use (and don’t use) GSA Schedules; the pros and cons of GSA Schedule contracts; and preparing a proposal to obtain a Schedule. The presenter will discuss issues businesses should consider before taking the “Schedules plunge.” Although GSA Schedules cover a number of commodities and services, they do not cover everything the government purchases. Therefore, prior to attending this seminar, it is important that you determine if there is a GSA Schedule covering your product or service. To find out, go to www.gsa.gov and click on “GSA Schedules.” On the right side of the next page that appears, click on "Schedules e-Library" and insert a word or two describing your product or service in the search engine. (If the search determines that your product or service is not covered by a Schedule, attending this seminar will not be beneficial for you.) If you find a Schedule that does apply to your line of business, you should obtain a copy of the Schedule solicitation and review it prior to attending the seminar. You can do this by again accessing www.gsa.gov. On the right hand side of the page, click on “GSA Schedules.” On the left hand side of the next page that appears, click on “For Vendors-Getting on a Schedule.” Then, click “GSA Schedule Solicitations” on the left side of the following page. Locate the solicitation you are seeking and download it to your computer. Review it and make note of questions you may wish to ask in class. Feb. 5, 2009 - 1:00 - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA April 14, 2009 - 9:00 - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA April 23, 2009 - 9:00 - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA June 23, 2009 - 9:00 - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA June 25, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Aug. 6, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Radio Frequency ID and Unique ID Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. RFID inventory tagging is being implemented to provide greater asset visibility to the armed forces. This seminar will cover RFID implementation for suppliers to DoD. The instructor will introduce you to radio frequency identification (RFID) systems and what you must do as a supplier to comply with new DoD directives. Instruction will be provided on what RFID technology is, types of RFID tags and their various applications, why DoD wants RFID, DoD’s policy and requirements regarding RFID, what to consider as you put together an implementation plan, resources available to you, and the benefits of RFID to you and DoD. Unique Identification (UID) is DoD's vision for end-to-end item visibility and management. This section provides tools to help defense suppliers become familiar with the fundamental aspects of UID and have a good working knowledge of UID related terminology and contractual requirements. Mar. 19, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 Pm - Atlanta, GA May 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA June 18, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Sept. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This three-hour seminar is designed to help companies understand the technical proposal preparation process when responding to federal government requests. Topics will include: preliminary preparation for bidding, receiving the bid package, working the solicitation, technical proposal development insights, developing your bid price/cost proposal, budgets, fixed and variable costs, overheads, general and administrative (G&A) costs, profit, spreadsheets and documenting cost support. Feb. 11, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA Feb. 19, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Feb. 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Mar. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Mar. 26, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA June 4, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA June 16, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA Aug. 20, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Aug. 20, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Nov. 5, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Nov. 7, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Introduction to Government Contracting Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. This 3-hour class provides all the fundamentals for doing business in the government marketplace. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Jan. 14, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA Jan. 15, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Jan. 22, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Jan. 22, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Jan. 29, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Feb. 5, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Feb. 19, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA Mar. 5, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Apr. 2, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA May 7, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA June 4, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA June 25, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA July 2, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA July 9, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Aug. 6, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Aug. 18, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Aug. 20, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA Sept. 3, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Oct. 1, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Nov. 5, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Nov. 12, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Nov. 24, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Cost and Price Proposal Preparation Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. This class is a must for anyone that will be preparing or is currently preparing responses to government contracting opportunities. Topics discussed include: budgets, fixed and variable costs, overheads, general and administrative (G&A) costs, and profit, spreadsheets and documenting cost support. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Mar. 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA May 14, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA May 28, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA July 14, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA Oct. 15, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Oct. 20, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Marketing to State and Local Governments Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This class provides detailed instruction on how to do business with the State of Georgia, and all units of local government including cities and counties. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Feb. 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Mar. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA Mar. 18, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA April 16, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA July 21, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Aug. 20, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Oct. 7, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Small Business Certifications Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This seminar covers all aspects of how to become certified and registered and the benefits for small businesses participating in the 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Historically Utilized Business Zones (HUBZones) certifications, Woman Owned Businesses and Service Disabled Veterans Owned Business. Feb. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA Mar. 19, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA April 23, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA May 10, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA July 23, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA July 30, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Sept. 24, 2009 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. Want to learn how to business with large government prime contractors? If so, you will want to attend this three-hour seminar. Since the government is “bundling” so many of their contracts, becoming a subcontractor may be the only way some small businesses can get their feet in the door. Becoming a subcontractor can not only be rewarding but less complicated than competing for a government prime contract. Many prime contractors continuously seek good small business suppliers to meet their needs and satisfy the requirements of their government subcontracting plans. You may have just what they are looking for and should consider attending this seminar. Jan. 15, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA April 2, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Understanding Wide Area Work Flow Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This seminar is an advanced course designed for companies that are currently doing business with the military, and transitioning from legacy paper-based acceptance and invoicing systems (like the DD250) to electronic means. This seminar will cover the basic principles you must know in order to get paid electronically by DFAS. DoD is implementing this Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system now, so businesses should learn this new system before it becomes mandatory. The instructor will demonstrate an actual online registration. Additionally, the 7 phases of government procurement will be reviewed. DSCP's virtual item manager (VIM) program will also be discussed. Mar. 19, 2009 - 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA April 23, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA May 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA May 21, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Sept. 17, 2009 - 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Sept. 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Using Your Computer to Win Government Contracts Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. You have a computer and an internet service provider – and you know how to send an email – but you’re still feeling technology-challenged. If that sounds like you, then you will benefit from attending this 3-hour class. In this three-hour class, you will learn how to use your computer to register your business for government work, conduct market research, find contract opportunities, submit bids on-line, communicate with governments, and get paid. Feb. 19, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Mar. 5, 2009 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA June 18, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Sept. 22, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Albany, GA Oct. 1, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA Oct. 22, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Mississippi PTAC Events Calendar For details of upcoming events to be held in Mississippi, visit our website at www.mscpc.com. Organization Name: Kentucky Procurement Assistance Center (KPAP) Kentucky's training calendar is accessible from our webpage - click on the link below. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: ced.kpap@ky.gov Organization Name: Southwest Virginia Community College PTAC Southwest Virginia Community College PTAC Center for Economic Development Training Events accessible via the program web site (See link below) Contact Email: glenda.calver@sw.edu Selling to DSCC - Defense Supply Center Columbus Organization Name: Muskegon Area First PTAC Location: Muskegon, MI Event Date: April 13, 09 TOPICS COVERED: *DLA Overview *Socio-economic Goals *DIBBS (DLA Internet Bid Board) - Solicitations and Quoting, Drawings & Technical Data (including JCP Certification), Forecasting Information *Alternate Offers *Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) *Automated Best Value System (ABVS) Registration Fee: $10.00 Contact Email: ppoort@muskegon.org Win Business with the Air Logistics Centers Organization Name: Muskegon Area First PTAC Location: Muskegon, Michigan Event Date: January 29, 09 This 3 hour seminar, led by Mr. Don Mulder of Balanced Enterprise solutions, LLC explains how companies can capitalize on business opportunities at the Air Logistics Centers (ALCs), the major repair depots for the U.S. Air Force. The ALCs buy more than $10 billion of components to support the mission of the Air Force as well as the aviation arms of the Army and Navy. 8:00 am - 12:30 pm Hines Building 380 W. Western, Suite 202 Muskegon, MI 49440 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: ppoort@muskegon.org Buy Michigan First Organization Name: Muskegon Area First PTAC Location: Muskegon, MI Event Date: February 4, 09 Join Department of Management and Budget staff from the State of Michigan to learn how to do business with the State of Michigan and become a registered vendor. Learn how to bid on state contracts. Learn about state resources available to small businesses. 8:30 am - 11:30 am Hines Building 380 W. Western, Suite 202 Muskegon, MI 49440 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: ppoort@muskegon.org RFID 101: DoD Mandate Training Organization Name: Muskegon Area First PTAC Location: Muskegon, MI Event Date: February 10, 09 The Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) of Michigan and Lowry Computer Products are ploeased to offer an RFID training workshop that will address the Mil-Std 129P with change 4 and what solution might fit best for your business needs. This work shop will be offered at your local PTAC with real nahds-on demonstrations and simple to use practices to ge tyour company compliant with minimal impact on your current business process. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Hines Building 380 W. Western, Suite 202 Muskegon, MI 49440 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: ppoort@muskegon.org How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: January 29, 09 What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need. Did you know the federal government purchases more than $415 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $16 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: February 12, 09 What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need. Did you know the federal government purchases more than $415 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $16 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: March 12, 09 What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need. Did you know the federal government purchases more than $415 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $16 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: April 16, 09 What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need. Did you know the federal government purchases more than $415 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $16 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu RFID101: DoD Mandate Training Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Event Date: January 28, 09 The Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) of Michigan and Lowry Computer Products are pleased to offer an RFID training workshop that will address the Mil-Std 129P with change 4 and what solution might fit best for your business needs. This workshop will be offered at your local PTAC with real hands-on demonstrations and simple to use practices to get your company compliant with minimal impact on your current business process. This half-day course provides a basic overview of the DoD’s RFID/UID compliance mandate for those who want to understand the language, concepts and the mandate itself that are involved with RFID & UID technology, whether you have direct or indirect responsibility for implementation. We will spend time climbing the learning curve, choosing the right technology, choosing an integration partner and defining the “Best Solution” for your individual needs. Limited hands-on exercises will be conducted including: printing & encoding RFID tags, Reading Tags, Tag Placement, Building your Order to ship to the DLA as well as transmitting your receiving report to the WAWF. Registration Fee: $40.00 Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities Organization Name: Nebraska Procurement Technical Assistance Program Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities shows you how to locate bidding opportunities from government agencies. DATE: January 6, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: University of Nebraska at Kearney West Center Building, Room 120E 1917 West 24th Street Kearney, NE 68849 DATE: January 13, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Healing Gallery 4225 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131 DATE: January 14, 2009 TIME: 8:30-10:30AM LOCATION: Southeast Community College, Entrepreneurship Center 285 South 68th Street Place, Room 213 Lincoln, NE 68510 DATE: January 28, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: New Community Development Corp. 1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68110 DATE: February 26, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Microbusiness Training and Development Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center 5211 South 31st Street Omaha, NE 68107 Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required. Registration Fee: FREE Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company Organization Name: Nebraska Procurement Technical Assistance Program Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company shows you how to take the first steps in registering your company with government agencies. DATE: November 26, 2008 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: New Community Development Corp. 1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68110 DATE: December 3, 2008 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: University of Nebraska at Kearney West Center Building, Room 120E 1917 West 24th Street Kearney, NE 68849 DATE: December 10, 2008 TIME: 8:30-10:30AM LOCATION: Southeast Community College, Entrepreneurship Center 285 South 68th Street Place, Room 213 Lincoln, NE 68510 DATE: December 16, 2008 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Healing Gallery 4225 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131 DATE: January 29, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Microbusiness Training and Development Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center 5211 South 31st Street Omaha, NE 68107 Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required. Registration Fee: FREE Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal Organization Name: Nebraska Procurement Technical Assistance Program Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal shows you how to prepare the successful proposal including Capability Statements, RFQ, IFB and RFPs. DATE: February 10, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: University of Nebraska at Kearney West Center Building, Room 120E 1917 West 24th Street Kearney, NE 68849 DATE: February 10, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Healing Gallery 4225 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131 DATE: February 11, 2009 TIME: 8:30-10:30AM LOCATION: Southeast Community College, Entrepreneurship Center 285 South 68th Street Place, Room 213 Lincoln, NE 68510 DATE: February 25, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: New Community Development Corp. 1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68110 DATE: March 26, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Microbusiness Training and Development Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center 5211 South 31st Street Omaha, NE 68107 Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required. Registration Fee: FREE Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning The Contract Organization Name: Nebraska Procurement Technical Assistance Program Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning The Contract shows you strategies for winning the contract. DATE: March 10, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Healing Gallery 4225 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131 DATE: March 11, 2009 TIME: 8:30-10:30AM LOCATION: Southeast Community College, Entrepreneurship Center 285 South 68th Street Place, Room 213 Lincoln, NE 68510 DATE: March 25, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: New Community Development Corp. 1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68110 DATE: April 30, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Microbusiness Training and Development Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center 5211 South 31st Street Omaha, NE 68107 Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning The Contract is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required. Registration Fee: FREE Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets Organization Name: Nebraska Procurement Technical Assistance Program Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets shows you an overview of government markets including town, city, county, state and federal contracting agencies. DATE: April 14, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Healing Gallery 4225 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131 DATE: April 29, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: New Community Development Corp. 1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102 Omaha, NE 68110 DATE: May 28, 2009 TIME: 9:00-11:00AM LOCATION: Microbusiness Training and Development Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center 5211 South 31st Street Omaha, NE 68107 Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required. Registration Fee: FREE Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu What's Happening: Special Events Related To Government Contracting Organization Name: Arkansas Procurement Assistance Center Location: Malvern, Little Rock, and throughout the state and region Our "What's Happening" web page is updated every Friday. Our "Education In Government Contracting" page describes all training topics we offer in Arkansas, which can also be scheduled by request. Please use the hyperlink provided to view our training events. Registration Fee: Free, except the accredited 30-hour course which is $250 Contact Email: apac@uaex.edu Internet Marketing Clinic Organization Name: University of Houston PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 28, 09 This class is offered from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.. 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Find out what every desk should have Learn how to keep the top of your desk neat Understand the difference between ‘Temporary Action’ and ‘Permanent Action If you have trouble keeping your desk from overflowing onto the floor, or credenza or any other flat surface in your office, you won’t want to miss this quick and fun lesson using a simple technique to organize your desk. Save $20 on every workshop - just register and pay online at www.sbdc.uh.edu Only online payments qualify for $20 discounts. Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Do You Have What it Take to Start a Business? Organization Name: PTAC - Houston Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 8, 09 This class begins at 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Starting a small business takes a lot of courage, but courage isn’t all it takes. To be successful - to stay in business - you need good management skills, and you need money. Too many businesses fail because the owner doesn’t understand all the ins and outs of running a business, or because the owner underestimates how much money it will really take to start the business and keep it going. Before you invest your time or money into your own business, attend this workshop and learn if you have what it takes. Offered on January 29 from 6-8:30 p.m. Save $20 on each workshop - just register and pay online at wwww.sdbc.uh.edu Only online payments qualify for $20 discount Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Starting Your Business (part one) Organization Name: Houston, PTAC Location: 2303 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 12, 09 You’re ready to start your business but you’re not really ready until you attend this comprehensive, tell-all, workshop. Increase your chances for success by: looking at your idea’s potential ways to identify your target market financing options cash flow requirements taxes and insurance plus much more! Time is from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m Part two is January 29 same time Save 20 on every workshop - just register and pay online at www.sbdc.uh.edu Only online payments qualify for $20 discounts Registration Fee: $69.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Understanding Federal Contracting and Review of Procurement Web Sites Organization Name: Houston PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 13, 09 The government spends more than $10,000 per second, every minute of every day. Understanding how the government buys is an important key to your success in winning part of the billions of dollars awarded each year to government contractors. This event is 9:00 am. - 12:15 p.m. Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Internet Marketing Clinic Organization Name: Houston PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 14, 09 This class is offered from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.. If you have any questions please call 713-752-8488 These presentations cover all aspects of Internet marketing from planning an effective site to optimizing and maintaining the search engine rankings that you have achieved. Changes in the search engine marketing world are covered as they occur. SAVE $20 on Every workshop - Just register and pay online at www.sbdc.uh.edu Only online payments qualify for $20 discount Registration Fee: Free URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Microsoft Office 2007 Organization Name: Houston PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 21, 09 Tap into this remarkable new version of Microsoft Office to combine the dynamic functionality of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for incredible results! The Office 2007 upgrade is the most effective, efficient, and user-friendly version yet. New features and time-saving devices have been added, and a revolutionary new interface — Office Fluent — makes accessing and integrating the Office applications easier than ever before. Now you can expand your working knowledge of this powerful business tool in just one day of training. Class time is 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Registration Fee: $59.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Business Plan Basics Organization Name: Houston PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 22, 09 Receive quick and easy tips for writing your business plan and recommendations from an expert on how to use your plan to obtain financing, focus ideas, identify specific business objectives, and chart and manage growth. Attend and find out how to: analyze market conditions allocate your marketing dollars to increase profits gauge your start-up and/or expansion expenses identify financing sources Class time is 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Registration Fee: $59.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Bankruptcy Facts from A-Z Organization Name: Houston- PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 28, 09 Congress tried to kill bankruptcy, but it is still alive and well. It is just a bit more complicated than before. Consumers and small businesses can still file for bankruptcy. They just may have to pay more to do it and will have to meet many more requirements. Learn who typically files for bankruptcy and why, how the system works, and how best to keep what you own. Discover how to: keep most (or all) of what you own choose a lawyer land on your feet when the process is over Class time 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Registration Fee: $49.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu QuickBook Pro 2009 (part one) Organization Name: Houston PTAC Location: 2300 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 27, 09 The easiest accounting software to help your business succeed! Register now for this hands-on workshop. Track sales, sales taxes, and customer payments Quickly create estimates and invoice customers Set up a payroll system Print checks, pay bills and track expenses Manage accounts payables and receivables Stay organized and on top of your business Plus much more! Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Part two is offered January 29 same time Registration Fee: $149.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu 2009 Tax Alert Organization Name: Houston - PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 29, 09 Attend and learn about the current tax laws and implications. Topics of discussion: The current income tax forms Appreciation and bonus depreciation application methods Tax credits including tax brackets under the newtax legislation Class time: 9-10:30 a.m. Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Protecting Your Business-Identity Theft Awareness and Regulations Organization Name: Houston- PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 30, 09 Did you know that failure to comply with federal and state laws concerning protecting sensitive data can result in fines and jail time for executives and business owners? The government doesn’t expect a perfect system but they do require your best efforts to put a process in place to protect the information of your customers, employees, and vendors. Class time: 9-11 a.m. In this basic workshop, you will learn: Definition of sensitive data – hard copy vs electronic Five Types of identity theft Cost to Individuals of ID Theft and Data Breaches Cost to Businesses of ID Theft and Data Breaches Getting Your Employees involved in Data Security Sensitive Data Provisions in existing Laws and regulations pertaining to businesses: Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) HIPAA Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLB) Texas Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act Red Flags Rules Steps to take for businesses to protect sensitive data Early Warnings and Steps to Avoid Potential Losses Developing an Affirmative Defense in the Event of a Data Breach Importance of performing a risk assessment for the company Resources for additional information and assistance Registration Fee: $49.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Selling to the State of Texas and Local Governments Organization Name: Houston - PTAC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: January 28, 09 This is a new course for all businesses that want to know how to get contracts from the State and local governments. Class time: 9-11:00 a.m. Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu State and Federal Taxes Organization Name: PTAC - Houston, Texas Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200 Event Date: February 3, 09 Learning the rules of IRS compliance can be overwhelming. In this seminar, participants will learn about forms and requirements for business start-up in Texas; tax consequences of being a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a corporation or an LLC; employer taxes, forms and filing dates; the difference between employees and independent contractors; applying the business use of home deductions; tax credits overview and helpful websites, resources, and forms. Time: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cost: $39.00 Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Do You Have What it Takes to Start a Business Organization Name: PTAC - Houston Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200 Event Date: February 3, 09 Starting a small business takes a lot of courage, but courage isn’t all it takes. To be successful - to stay in business - you need good management skills, and you need money. Too many businesses fail because the owner doesn’t understand all the ins and outs of running a business, or because the owner underestimates how much money it will really take to start the business and keep it going. Before you invest your time or money into your own business, attend this workshop and learn if you have what it takes. Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Registration Fee: $39.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu SBA Certification Programs and OK, You're Certified, Now What? Organization Name: PTAC - Houston Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 4, 09 Small business owners who are socially and economically disadvantaged may qualify for help in entering the federal procurement arena. The U. S. Small Business Administration’s 8(a) and SDB programs certify companies to help them compete in the $200 billion government marketplace. Time: 9 a.m. - noon Registration Fee: Free URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Texas Margin Tax Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 4, 09 Texas has modified and expanded its franchise tax transforming it into a dramatically different taxing structure. The creation of this “margin tax” is referred to by some as the largest tax increase in Texas history. Attend and learn the details of this new tax and its effect on your business. Time: 1 -3 p.m. Registration Fee: $49.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Outlast You Competition Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 5, 09 Running a small business certainly has its challenges. The owner who remains flexible and sets goals and plans for the inevitable downturn in business, can create a business that outlasts the competition and achieve long term success. In this workshop you will discover a common sense approach to running your business. Experience business longevity by: attracting and keeping the right employees making your financial information work for you building relationships that make a difference Time: 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Registration Fee: $49.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Small Business Technology Clinic Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 6, 09 Do you know how much technology you need for your office and why? This clinic will help you identify your needs in computers, phones, websites, copiers, printers and scanners. Enjoy brief 5 minute introductions from each presenter and then sit down with the instructor of your choice for a more in depth look at the topics and issues. Our Round Robin format ensures that you will get to see the most appropriate presenters for your immediate business needs. Time: 9:00 - noon This workshop is presented by: Eric Shafer of Click and Create Marvin Beasley from Data Doctors John Olson from Zeno Imaging Stephen Johnson from CBeyond Registration Fee: $59.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Starting Your Business (Part 1) Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 9, 09 You’re ready to start your business but you’re not really ready until you attend this comprehensive, tell-all, workshop. Increase your chances for success by: looking at your idea’s potential ways to identify your target market financing options cash flow requirements taxes and insurance plus much more! Please Note: This workshop is 2 sessions for a total of 6 hours. The price includes both sessions. Time: 6 - 9 Registration Fee: $69.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Business Plan Pro (part 1) Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 10, 09 Don’t miss this brand new approach to writing your business plan. First spend a few hours discovering the critical elements lenders want in a plan and then see how you can use the Business Plan Pro software to pull it all together including your financials. Please Note: This workshop is 2 sessions for a total of 7 hours. The price includes both sessions Includes software and handbook Time: 9 - noon Part two is offered 2/12/09 from 9 - 1 Registration Fee: $159.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Buying an Existing Business Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 11, 09 Are you dreaming of… Independence and control? Owning your own business? Reaping the rewards of your own efforts? In just three hours discover: how buying an existing business or investing in a franchise can provide greater security than starting from scratch. how to reduce your risk when starting a business and calculate and maximize your returns. how to find the right business or franchise for your talents and attributes. how to determine costs and financing. how to research your options and conduct your due diligence. Time 9 - noon Registration Fee: $59.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu The Power of Email Marketing Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 11, 09 Discover Constant Contact and all it can do for e-mail marketing. You will explore the basics of what e-mail marketing is, why it works so well, and how to use it in your business planning and strategy to achieve specific goals. Topics will include: list building how to avoid spam tips for scheduling how to measure impact examples of successful e-mail campaigns and how they were set up to build business and drive sales Time 9 - noon Registration Fee: $59.00 URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu Internet Marketing Clinic Organization Name: UH SBDC Location: 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002 Event Date: February 11, 09 These presentations cover all aspects of Internet marketing from planning an effective site to optimizing and maintaining the search engine rankings that you have achieved. Changes in the search engine marketing world are covered as they occur. Stay up to date with the latest informatio Time 7 - 9 Registration Fee: free URL: www.sbdc.uh.edu Contact Email: www.sbdc.uh.edu San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center Location: San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center Small Business workshops, training and local outreach event schedules related to government contracting are posted on the San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: sdcoc@ptac-sandiego.org Organization Name: The Federal Technology Center Location: North Highlands, California (Sacramento, CA) The Federal Technology Center's Procuement Assistance Program serves the businesses in 54 of California's 58 counties. Classes and outreach events for small businesses are posted on our website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: June@TheFTC.org Los Angeles County Procurement Opportunities Organization Name: Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/LAPTAC Location: Throughout Los Angeles County Local small business procurement opportunities, training courses, and technical assistance within public agencies in Los Angeles County and the Federal government can be found at our website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: mtakata@isd.co.la.ca.us |
