City of Tacoma Technical Assistance and Resources Available to Small Businesses

A Hybrid workshop and Q&A Session Hosted by the City of Tacoma's Community and Economic Development Department As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) team is hosting a workshop on technical […]

SBIR 101: Presented by ARC WA [PTAC/APEX]

The Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) program provides seed money to small businesses who are developing cutting edge technologies that may help federal agencies meet their research and development needs. If you are an R&D firm or developing high tech you may be a good match for this program. This presentation will cover the basics of […]

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Business TuneUp – Thurston County [Thurston EDC]

Thurston EDC 4420 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United States

Business TuneUp is a workshop style training for existing businesses in the early growth stages. Workshops are currently held in person at the Thurston EDC office. The workshops are paired with online learning modules so participants can prepare for the workshops and review what they have learned and created after the workshops are complete. Business […]

PortGen Connections with Turner: C Concourse Expansion, Sea-Tac Airport

Seatac Airport 17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA, United States

Turner Construction and the Port of Seattle are hosting an informational and networking event for construction subcontractors to partner on the SEA Airport C Concourse Expansion Project. The following construction subcontracting companies will be tabling and looking forward to meeting potential partners! Acoustical Design Inc. Crown Corr Inc. Cascade Construction Northshore Exteriors, Inc. Performance Contracting, Inc. […]

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 Powering the Future: EV Infrastructure Opportunities for WMBEs

September 12 - September 26, Various times, see below King County and Emerald Cities Collaborative invite you to the EV mini series of workshops to to familiarize yourself with the opportunities available through EV charging installation work. Session 1 - EV Charging Landscape Date: Tuesday, September 12 Time: 3-4pm Location: Zoom RSVP Here Industry experts will share […]

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Advanced Portgen 2023 [Port of Seattle & PTAC/APEX]

Tuesdays, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, September 12 - October 17 You’re invited to attend a virtual training series for small, minority and women-owned businesses wanting to learn how to be successful with government contracting. During this 5 week series learn how to identify requirements to be responsive, and gather resources to support your efforts in […]

Regional Contracting Forum [WA DES]

Muckleshoot Casino Resort 2402 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA, United States

The Washington Regional Contracting Forum celebrates 20 years of connecting small businesses to contracting opportunities. The 2023 Washington Regional Contracting Forum is a free, in-person event that is an opportunity to connect small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses with public agencies that buy goods and services and procure for public works and construction projects. This event […]

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Business TuneUp – Thurston County [Thurston EDC]

Thurston EDC 4420 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United States

Business TuneUp is a workshop style training for existing businesses in the early growth stages. Workshops are currently held in person at the Thurston EDC office. The workshops are paired with online learning modules so participants can prepare for the workshops and review what they have learned and created after the workshops are complete. Business […]

Create a Website that Engages [SBDC]

Most every business needs a website. But having a website that engages with visitors is key to helping you build your prospect base. In this webinar, you will learn: what is needed for easy navigation. techniques that will get your website to perform better. how to integrate video and testimonials to showcase your brand. how […]

Korsmo & TCC CILE Subcontractor Outreach Event

Calling all SBE/MBE/WBE/VBE/Local (Pierce County) contractors and consultants! Korsmo Construction is hosting a subcontractor outreach event for the Tacoma Community College - Center for Innovative Learning and Engagement (CILE) project. Numerous bid opportunities are available for this project. This event is open to all subcontractors with the focus on SBE/MBE/WBE/VBE/Local (Pierce County) contractors and consultants. […]

WA Biz Fair 2023 (Puyallup & Spokane)

Biz Fair is a free, annual event for current and aspiring small business owners to learn about the programs, resources, and technical assistance available to help start and grow a small business. Biz Fair is the longest running all government and non-profit-run small business fair in Washington State. In 2023 there will be events in […]

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Business TuneUp – Thurston County [Thurston EDC]

Thurston EDC 4420 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United States

Business TuneUp is a workshop style training for existing businesses in the early growth stages. Workshops are currently held in person at the Thurston EDC office. The workshops are paired with online learning modules so participants can prepare for the workshops and review what they have learned and created after the workshops are complete. Business […]