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This will be a kick-off event for Black History Month (also known as Black-Owned Business Excellence Month) and a host of other workshops and training scheduled for throughout February. This event builds on and extends many efforts to build connections with and between Black-focused business groups and entrepreneurs. Visit the website for additional details www.bobe-wa.org. During […]
We are pleased to offer monthly orientations for new and existing suppliers to the University of Washington. The orientations provide a learning opportunity to assist in navigating potential business prospects at the University and with other state agencies, as well as providing educational and resources to assist businesses. Orientation sessions are virtual and will include […]
Learn how to access the SBA’s Capital Access Financial System to review your SBA loan information including your payment activity, your loan balance, your monthly payment amount, your due date, and how to make a payment. Updates on SBA programs will also be provided. Multiple Dates - see below, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PST, […]
Congress has passed and the President has signed the historic $858 Billion 2023 defense appropriations bill, which includes $216 Billion for the Air Force and $26 Billion for the Space Force. Get the latest details at the 2023 Air Force Contracting Summit at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa next week! The Air […]
Small businesses are under cyber and data-breach attacks more than ever given the current climate. Cyber attacks happen every day, and for a small business they can be very costly and cripple business operations. Having your systems and information compromised is not only a direct threat to your confidential data, it can also ruin your […]
You’re Invited! The National Women’s Business Council (NWBC) is holding a hybrid Public Meeting on February 8, 2023, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM PST. Virtual attendees will receive a link for the meeting ahead of time, while in-person attendees may attend at the U.S. Small Business Administration Headquarters (409 3rd St. SW, Washington, DC […]
The Consulting and Business Development Center (CBDC) has a new opportunity this February that can help your business grow! Over the past 2 years, minority-owned businesses have struggled to stay resilient through times of economic uncertainty. Research has shown that those firms who were able to integrate technologies quickly, such as online ordering, Microsoft Teams, […]
The Virginia MBDA Business Center invites you to join this virtual discussion on Doing Business with the Food and Drug Administration. This discussion will be targeted towards our minority small business community. Our panelist will discuss how to do business with their agency and how our MBE’s can gain access to government contracts. They will […]
This workshop provides the information and tools needed to understand teaming concepts and strategies. Be ready to learn: How to get started with teaming Why Primes team with small businesses Common approaches and challenges How to position your company for teaming Be prepared for an intense dive into teaming strategies. You will gain a deeper […]
This class will help you understand the basics of Business Accounting: Understanding Debits & Credits, Accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and taxes. February 11, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST & February 16, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST @ Tabor 100, Tukwila Register Here
E-Contractor Academy-Residential Supporting Diverse Contractors in Clean Energy and Sustainable Building. The E-Contractor Program provides a small minority construction business (MBE) with a comprehensive long-term training program, individualized business consulting and connection to clean energy business opportunities to enable rapid and profitable growth. Classes will run Tuesday evenings, 6-9pm February 14, 2023 through April 4, 2023. […]
From Startup through Expansion and finally Transition – This is the Entrepreneur’s Guide to Developing, Marketing, and Confidently Executing your Cohesive Financing Plan. Learn about: The ease or challenge, total costs, and risks of different funding sources; The value of both diversification and redundancy; Three key risk points most often missed. February 16, 1:00 PM […]