Upcoming Events/Webinar Trainings

May 16, 12pm – 4pm, Veteran Expo & Small Business Pop-Up
Mott Community College Event Center,
 1401 E. Court St. Flint MI. 48503
In Honor of Military Appreciation Month
Open to the General Public 

Join VetBizCentral & Genesee County Veteran Services in Honoring our Military members at the FREE Veteran Expo and Small Business Pop-Up. There will be a variety of FREE SERVICES available for military members and their families. Michigan based Veteran Owned Small Businesses will be present to provide an overview & sell their products and services. Military members and entrepreneurs will also be able to learn about the organizations and agencies that can assist with STARTING and GROWING their own Veteran Owned Business.
Registration Required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/veteran-expo-small-business-pop-up-tickets-811469776947?aff=oddtdtcreator

 Contact abron@vetbizcentral.org to apply
 for a FREE Display Table/Space for Existing Veteran Owned Businesses.




April 3, 10am – 11:30am, VetBizCentral Small Business Start-up Orientation 
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3267337777346984277
If you are Veteran, Active Duty, Army/Air National Guard or the Spouse of a Military Member you will not want to miss this opportunity to obtain the information. The Business Start-up Orientation will provide you with the information and resource you’ll need to get your started. 
We’ll review Best Practices for Starting your business, Research Tools, Professional Business Plan resources, and How to Prepare for Financing.

April 9, 10am – 11:30am,  VetBizCentral Empowering Women Veterans and Military Spouses in Business Webinar 
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6585924454517641054
Join VetBizCentral and the Women Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance Director Kristen Patzer to review the Impact Women Owned Businesses have made in the U.S., Programs and Services offered through the WBC Cornerstone Alliance, and share her Best Practices on becoming a Successful Women Business Owner



April 16, 10am – 11:30am, VetBizCentral Contracts & Coffee Webinar Pt. 2, Identifying & Using Market Research Tools for Federal Government Subcontracting
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4931674025869530718
This webinar is designed for companies interested in learning how to access market research tools for federal subcontracting. Attendees will be guided through several online resources including SBA’s Directory of federal government primes with subcontracting plans, SBA’s SubNet database, GSA’s subcontracting resources, and the Dynamic Small Business Search. An overview of USAspending.gov and how to use it for data mining/market research will also be reviewed. 

April 23, 10am – 11:30am, Michigan Army & Air National Guard Entrepreneurship Training
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5728294390509170782
Have you been thinking about starting your own business but didn’t know where to start! Attend VetBizCentral FREE Intro to Entrepreneurship Virtual Course to learn how to start and grow your own business. Join VetBizCentral and your Army and Air National Guard peers to obtain the information, processes and resources needed to start your New Business.  

April 30, 10am – 11:30am, Starting a Business Workshop Part 1, Feasibility and Market/Industry Research
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6703210460132504921
During this webinar training we will discuss the importance of researching the Feasibility of your business idea and Market Industry Research before you start to invest your time and money. We’ll also review various programs, resource and tools available to assist with navigating your way to your business start.  


May 7, 10am – 11:30am, VetBizCentral Starting a Business Workshop Part 2: Business Plan Development
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/731978313960111965
Part 2 of the workshop series revolves around the importance of Business Plan Development, the processes, steps and programs used to create a business plan. Resources and information will also be reviewed to assist with the development of a professional business plan.


May 15, 10am – 11:30am, VetBizCentral Starting a Business Workshop Part 3: Preparing for Financing
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2016479474574555477
Preparing for financing is a critical process for an entrepreneur and existing business owner, it can make the difference in the time it takes submit your application to obtaining a loan in this webinar we will review how the steps to prepare for financing, how to set your expectations regarding the what the lender is looking and the expected time it takes to process your application depending on which financial institution to choose. If you are entrepreneur of existing business owner considering to apply for financing then this webinar is for you.


May 29, 10am – 11:30am, VetBizCentral Starting a Business Workshop Part 4: Launching Your Business
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3402499643293187931
In this webinar training we will review the various methods to launch your business. Whether your starting a Brick & Mortar or eCommerce business, we’ll review the steps, processes, tools and resources to assist you with a great business launch.


Boots to Business/Reboot Courses
 To Register for Boots to Business/Reboot Courses please follow this two step process: 
1.Create an Account To join the B2B community:
https://sba.my.site.com
2.Register for the class you want (Boots to Business or Boots to Business Reboot)




Mar. 28, Valley Economic Development Partners Boots to Business Reboot
Youngstown Ohio

4319 Belmont Ave, Youngstown Ohio 44505
Military Spouses Encourages to Attend & Lunch will be provided


April 11, Battle Creek Michigan Boots to Business Reboot
American Legion Post 257 Community Center
7475 B. Dr. N, Battle Creek MI. 49014
Military Spouses Encourages to Attend & Lunch will be provided


April 18, Butler University Indiana Boots to Business Reboot
Dugan Hall, Lacy School of Business, 625 Butler Way, Suite 130
Indianapolis IN. 46208
Military Spouses Encourages to Attend & Lunch will be provided

 To Register for Boots to Business/Reboot Courses please follow this two step process: 
1.Create an Account To join the B2B community:
https://sba.my.site.com
2.Register for the class you want (Boots to Business or Boots to Business Reboot)


New Govology Trainings Webinar Schedule
contact VetBizCentral for access code



Mar. 19, 1pm -2:30pm, Winning Strategies and Proven Best Practices for Government Prospecting 
https://govology.com/product/winning-strategies-proven-best-practices-government-prospecting/?no_frame=1
Led by Mr. Frank, a seasoned expert in federal acquisition, this webinar cuts to the chase. Discover the latest changes in federal acquisition and gain practical advice on how and where to prospect. Mr. Frank will provide real-world tactics and strategies that have been proven to maximize government opportunities.
In this webinar, you’ll gain essential knowledge, including:
1.    Differentiating between acquisition and pre-acquisition, and understanding the time allocation for each phase.
2.    Identifying common challenges faced by small businesses and implementing effective solutions.
3.    Evaluating prospecting and business development methods to determine the core strategies that will drive your sales.


 
Mar. 21, 1pm – 2:30pm, Boost Your Government Contract Success with Working Capital
https://govology.com/product/boost-your-government-contract-success-with-working-capital/
n this webinar, we will take a deep dive into the market of financing solutions, providing you with a clear understanding of the various options available. From Private Equity to traditional banks, non-bank lenders, and SBIR funding, we will demystify the finance nomenclature and present a comprehensive breakdown of the finance market in simple terms.
 


Mar. 26, 1pm – 2:30pm, Introduction to Indefinite Delivery Vehicles
 https://govology.com/product/an-introduction-to-indefinite-delivery-vehicles/
 
In this webinar, you will learn about various types of indefinite delivery vehicles (specialized procurement mechanism used by federal government agencies to acquire goods and services for an extended period, typically spanning more than one fiscal year) including but not limited to government-wide contracts such as GSA federal supply schedules as well as agency-specific contract vehicles. We’ll discuss how to identify if an agency is utilizing an indefinite delivery vehicle to procure goods or services similar to what you offer. Additionally, we’ll explain the steps you should take in advance of solicitations to secure a coveted spot within an indefinite delivery vehicle.
 
Mar. 27, 1PM – 2:30PM, Navigating Government Regulations in Solicitations and Contracts
https://govology.com/events/navigating-government-regulations-in-solicitations-and-contracts/
 
Here’s a snapshot of our webinar agenda:
·         How to navigate the Federal Acquisition Regulation, including a FAR roadmap and breakdown to make it easier to find what you need
·         How to access and navigate other federal contracting regulations, such as the DFARS, VAAR, and SBA regulations
·         How to identify which of the many federal contracting regulations apply to your business–and which you can ignore
·         How to identify the state and local contracting rules that apply to your business, and where to go for assistance to better understand these rules
 
April 4, 1pm – 2:30pm, Marketing to Government Agencies and Prime Contractors
https://govology.com/events/marketing-to-government-agencies-and-prime-contractors-2024-update/
 
During the webinar, you will gain knowledge on the following key topics:
·         Conducting thorough market research tailored specifically to the government sector, utilizing a blend of online tools and primary research methods such as agency interviews.
·         Identifying and creating essential marketing materials for engaging with government agencies and learning how to leverage them effectively.
·         Crafting a strong value proposition that resonates with target customers, emphasizing the unique benefits of your products or services.
·         Understanding the process of responding to sources sought notices to increase your chances of getting an opportunity set aside.
 

Contact: abron@vetbizcentral.org for additional information
Website: www.vetbizcentral.org