SPRING 2024 BIPOC BUSINESS FORUM - Grow with Government Contracting (in person only, in Bremerton)
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PDT)
Open - 28 places remaining
5/10/2024 5:00 PM (PDT)
No Fee
Joyce Oswald (360) 650-7733
Kitsap Conference Center 100 Washington Ave, Bremerton WA 98337
Government Contracting
Open to Everyone! Event is in person only, in Bremerton adjacent to the Bremerton ferry terminal
Learn how to grow your business with government contracting! We'll have guest speakers from the Navy, APEX Accelerator, small business government contractors and more; all facilitated by the amazing Jenefeness Franke of Fiscal Finesse! No cost to attend, easy access event parking available in the Conference center underground garage.
What to Expect
Welcome and Introductions:
Intro to Government Contracting 101: Learn the basics and discover how to get started.
- Introduction to Government Contracting by Kitsap APEX Accelerator
- Doing Business with the State by WA State Department of Enterprise Services (DES)
- Understanding Socio-Economic Certifications by Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE)
Understanding SIOP (Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program):** Gain insights into this valuable program.
Panel Discussion: Explore strategies for overcoming systemic barriers in government contracting.
Guided Table Talk: Engage in small group discussions with subject matter experts.
Networking & Social Hour: Connect over complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.
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Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
Registration Policies for Workshops:
Registration and Fees (IF ANY): Payment of seminar fees may be made by check or money order. No credit card information can be accepted by email, fax, over the phone or at the event. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event.
Refund Policy: If you wish to request a refund, please contact the conference organizer listed above. Refunds of 90% can be issued if canceled at least 5 days in advance. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled, all fees will be returned.
Photographs: Photos taken during training may be used by SBDC for promotional purposes. Please inform the SBDC personnel onsite OR email training@wsbdc.org with the class information to request photos that include you not be publicized.
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.