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SUMMARY:SBA Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series\, DC/Baltimore - Session 2: Know Your Market\, Win the Contract
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Session 2 of our free Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series where our experts will teach you how to do federal market research. \nSmall businesses that want to work in federal supply chains should showcase their effective outcomes by creating capability statements. Highlighting these outcomes to federal buying officials can secure you new business from federal agencies by proving you have what it takes to be a high-performing federal vendor. \nJoin us for Session 2 of our free Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series where our experts will teach you how to do federal market research. Knowing which agencies buy what you sell is tremendously beneficial in helping you win federal contract awards!
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/sba-mid-atlantic-matchmaker-prep-series-dc-baltimore-session-2-know-your-market-win-the-contract/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T113000
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SUMMARY:Visa & Main - A Community Event Empowering Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to an exclusive community event in Roanoke\, VA on Friday\, August 28. \nThe event is designed to introduce you to Visa & Main\, a small business empowerment program from Visa and its partners that connects local businesses with access to capital to fuel growth\, visibility to attract customers\, and essential business tools to compete in an evolving marketplace. \nYou won’t want to miss this opportunity for connection\, learning\, and networking with Visa\, fellow small businesses\, and community organizations. \nFor more information – Visa & Main | Roanoke\, VA Event
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/visa-main-a-community-event-empowering-small-businesses/
LOCATION:One City Plaza Events\, 312 2nd Street SW\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260903T133000
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SUMMARY:SBA Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series\, DC/Baltimore - Session 3: Pitch Like a Pro - From Nervous to Notable
DESCRIPTION:Our experts will teach you how to properly and professionally pitch your products and services to federal buyers. \nSmall businesses that want to work in federal supply chains should showcase their effective outcomes by creating capability statements. Highlighting these outcomes to federal buying officials can secure you new business from federal agencies by proving you have what it takes to be a high-performing federal vendor. \nJoin us for Session 3 of our free Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series where our experts will teach you how to properly and professionally pitch your products and services to federal buyers. You will leave with the skills and confidence necessary to engage with federal buyers and deliver an excellent elevator pitch.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/sba-mid-atlantic-matchmaker-prep-series-dc-baltimore-session-3-pitch-like-a-pro-from-nervous-to-notable/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T143000
DTSTAMP:20260811T200034Z
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SUMMARY:SBA Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series\, DC/Baltimore - Session 4: Maximize Business Development Opportunities & Series Recap
DESCRIPTION:This program will reinforce the previous trainings so that you will be well prepared to effectively market your products and services. \nSmall businesses that want to work in federal supply chains should showcase their effective outcomes by creating capability statements. Highlighting these outcomes to federal buying officials can secure you new business from federal agencies by proving you have what it takes to be a high-performing federal vendor. \nJoin us for Session 4 of our free Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep Series where our experts will talk about how to maximize your business opportunities and recap our previous sessions. This program will reinforce the previous trainings so that you will be well prepared to effectively market your products and services to sell to federal agencies and beyond! \nThis session also includes an opportunity to meet with an SBA Business Opportunity Specialist. Reserve a time slot to schedule your one-one-one session to go over what you learned at our previous sessions. Come prepared with your capability statement and elevator pitch. Check Eventbrite page for updates for this multi date and time slot events.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/sba-mid-atlantic-matchmaker-prep-series-dc-baltimore-session-4-maximize-business-development-opportunities-series-recap/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153203Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: SBA's 8(a) Certification Application Process
DESCRIPTION:Sections 7(j)(10) and 8(a) of the Small Business Act authorized the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to establish a business development program\, known as the 8(a) Business Development program. The program is a robust nine-year program created to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals\, or firms owned by Alaska Native Corporations or Tribal- Native Organizations. \nOnce certified\, 8(a) program participants are eligible for federal contracting small business set-aside and sole sourced contracts\, and training and technical assistance designed to strengthen their ability to compete effectively in the American economy. \nWe can’t guarantee that your 8(a) application package will be approved\, but this session will increase your chances of success if you are eligible\, by providing you with the steps and tools you need to walk yourself through the process. During this seminar we cover — \nPart 1 – 8(a) Application Process from Preparation to Submission\nPart 2 – Financials Documents & Common Financial Mistakes for 8(a) Applicants\nPart 3 – So You Are Eligible\, but Are You Ready? \nInstructor Lisa Powell worked for the U.S. Small Business Administration at the Connecticut District Office from 1998 to 2019 as an Economic Development Specialist monitoring the HUBZone and 8(a) portfolios for the local office before joining the Virginia APEX Accelerator as a Procurement Counselor in 2021. During her time at the SBA\, Lisa worked closely with all of SBA’s resource partners to facilitate procurement workshops held at local Community Colleges\, Chambers of Commerce and libraries. As a Business Opportunity Specialist\, she was involved with the Government Contracting programs that the SBA provides and worked very closely with the purchasing agents for the Federal and State Agencies as well as the larger prime contractors while organizing SBA Matchmakers and assisting small business.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-sbas-8a-certification-application-process-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260820T214334Z
CREATED:20260820T214334Z
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UID:248412-1789725600-1789743600@www.virginiasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Freedom 250 Supplier Matchmaking Expo
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited: 2026 Freedom 250 Supplier Matchmaking Expo in Washington\, DC – featuring the Million-Dollar Pitch Competition \nThe U.S. Small Business Administration is excited to announce the 2026 Freedom 250 Supplier Matchmaking Expo that will be held at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center on September 18\, 2026\, from 10 am – 3 pm. \nThe Supplier Matchmaking Expo is your chance to meet domestic corporate partners from companies of all sizes that are looking for suppliers. This unique opportunity will bring together buyers and suppliers looking to strengthen their U.S. supply chains. \nWhat’s Included:\n-One-on-one matchmaking services provided by the VA APEX Accelerator and Small Business Development Center.\n-Exhibit hall with U.S. buyers and local\, state\, and federal organizations that support small manufacturers \nDon’t miss out on meeting key industry players and discovering fresh opportunities. \nLimited space available. For more information and to register today – https://sba.connect.space/freedom-250-supplier-matchmaking-expo \n  \nBuyers: Matchmaking registration closes August 31st. Intake form deadline is September 1st \nSuppliers: Matchmaking registration deadline closes September 4th. Intake form deadline is September 5th.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/freedom-250-supplier-matchmaking-expo-2/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building\, Washington DC\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261005T123000
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting - Fundamentals of DIBBS for Product-Based Business
DESCRIPTION:If your company sells or makes products rather than services\, understanding how to use the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)’s  Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is fundamental to selling products to the Department of War. DLA procures 85% of the products used by the U.S. military with over 8\,000 solicitations issued daily on DLA DIBBS.  Vendors will learn how to find open solicitations and how to submit a quote. \nThis course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers. DIBBS is not a solicitation tool for a company that provides services. If you sell nuts and bolts to build a robot (not the software to run the machine or delivery services to move it)\, this training is for you.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-fundamentals-of-dibbs-for-product-based-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153429Z
CREATED:20260430T153429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T153429Z
UID:236203-1791462600-1791468000@www.virginiasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: WOSB (Women Owned Small Business) Certification
DESCRIPTION:This program creates significant contract opportunities for women entrepreneurs. The program is designed to help more women owned small businesses win federal contracts and thrive in a competitive business environment. It is also intended to help federal agencies meet contracting goals for women owned small businesses. \nInstructor Lisa Wood is the current statewide director of Virginia APEX Accelerator.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-wosb-women-owned-small-business-certification/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261117T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153652Z
CREATED:20260430T153652Z
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UID:236205-1794920400-1794925800@www.virginiasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: Veteran Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the process a company must navigate to become certified to win Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) set aside contracts. You will learn the requirements of the SBA’s Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) to become a certified SDVOSB or VOSB and how to complete the online application to be listed on Vendor Information Pages (VIP) including: \n• The three essential elements of a successful application: Eligibility\, Ownership\, and Control\n• How to avoid non-veteran control by careful structuring the company operating agreement\n• What to expect during the application process \n\n Instructor Lisa Wood is the current statewide director of Virginia APEX Accelerator. 
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-veteran-certifications-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261215T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260810T190814Z
CREATED:20260810T190814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T190814Z
UID:248284-1797337800-1797343200@www.virginiasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: Project Spectrum and Its Role in CMMC 2.0 - What You Need to Know Today
DESCRIPTION:Project Spectrum (https://www.projectspectrum.io/) is a Department of Defense funded and comprehensive\, cost-effective platform that provides companies\, institutions\, and organizations with cybersecurity information\, resources\, tools\, and training. It’s mission is to improve cybersecurity readiness\, resiliency\, and compliance for small/medium-sized businesses and the federal manufacturing supply chain. \nThis webinar will review the free tools available and provide tips on how to use the program to help your business.
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-project-spectrum-and-its-role-in-cmmc-2-0-what-you-need-to-know-today/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270119T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153913Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: Understanding the HUBZone Certification Program
DESCRIPTION:Why Get HUBZone Certified? As a small business\, it is important for you to understand current requirements of the HUBZone Program and who is eligible to obtain certification\, according to regulations in the Title 13 CFR\, and FAR Subpart 1913. \nThis class is a review and explanation of said requirements so that if your business is eligible then you can use this knowledge to obtain your fair share of contracting opportunities. \nInstructor Lisa Powell worked for the U.S. Small Business Administration at the Connecticut District Office from 1998 to 2019 as an Economic Development Specialist monitoring the HUBZone and 8(a) portfolios for the local office before joining the Virginia APEX Accelerator as a Procurement Counselor in 2021. During her time at the SBA\, Lisa worked closely with all of SBA’s resource partners to facilitate procurement workshops held at local Community Colleges\, Chambers of Commerce and libraries. As a Business Opportunity Specialist\, she was involved with the Government Contracting programs that the SBA provides and worked very closely with the purchasing agents for the Federal and State Agencies as well as the larger prime contractors while organizing SBA Matchmakers and assisting small business. \n 
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-understanding-the-hubzone-certification-program/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270225T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260810T191043Z
CREATED:20260810T191043Z
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UID:248286-1803558600-1803564000@www.virginiasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: SBS Profiles\, Navigating SAM and Understanding NAICS/PSC Codes
DESCRIPTION:In FY25\, the U.S. federal government awarded $194.13 billion in contracts to 76\,270 small businesses. Total federal contract awards in FY25 totaled $834 billion\, an increase of 7.47 over FY24. Nearly a quarter of all federal contracts went to small business\, proving that it still pays to do business with the Government. This is a huge opportunity for small firms to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting. Before entering this arena you must first create a profile in the System of Award Management (SAM) and the Small Business Search (SBS). This presentation will help you prepare your firm to get noticed by government and prime buyers by developing a proper SAM and SBS profile. In this session you will learn: \n\n• How to create a proper SAM profile and receive a CAGE code\n• Understand the meaning of NAICS and PSC Codes\n• Create a powerful SBS profile
URL:https://www.virginiasbdc.org/event/federal-contracting-sbs-profiles-navigating-sam-and-understanding-naics-psc-codes-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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