The federal government's process to award a contract is like nothing you've experienced before. There are multiple steps to complete, in order to compete and be awarded a federal contract. You will learn: Each required step to complete for a federal contract Efficiency Tips and Tricks How to get solicitations as soon as they are posted […]

Learn about the processes of contractual relationships and business transactions with the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Understand USDOT's mission, navigate its procurement processes and establish strong relationships to effectively pursue USDOT contracting opportunities and contribute to the nation's transportation infrastructure. April 25, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PDT, Online Register here

This session will be held at the Kitsap Convention Center from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. If you are contractor wanting to know more about public works, this session was created for you. This session will have a panel discussion as well as dedicated time to meet with each agency. The following agencies will be […]

Insurance Role in Safeguarding Financial Stability Join us to learn the fundamental concepts behind insurance coverage, including its role in mitigating risk for lenders and borrowers alike. We will illustrate how various coverages function across different types of loans. Guest Speakers: Julie Woodworth with McKinley Alaska Growth Capital and Nelida Irvine, SBA Lenders Relations Specialist. Thu, […]

U.S. Department of the Treasury  is holding a public webinar on Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting (BOIR).  A recent bipartisan law requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) about who ultimately owns or controls them. Join a FinCEN representative […]

Research says that for every $1 spent on E-Mail marketing there is an average $44 return on investment. To generate such positive outcomes, businesses have to reach the right customers with targeted campaigns. If you feel your E-Mail efforts don't yet pay off, this workshop is for you! This class will teach basic and advanced […]

When did you last look at your business’s website? Or perhaps you are still trying to develop one? Websites remain an incredibly popular destination for site traffic. When you add up all of the functions and ways they can work for and represent your business, nothing works harder online than a professional website. It can […]

On March 5, 2024, a Texas federal judge issued a ruling about the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the sole federal agency dedicated to the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises. This ruling states that the MBDA may not presume social disadvantage based upon race without sufficient evidence of discrimination. Therefore, the MBDA can no […]

Is your workload overwhelming? Ready to streamline your operations? Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot can help your business. And you! In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how AI can: Generate fresh content ideas in seconds Craft compelling marketing plans Develop essential business plans with ease Design eye-catching logos Support wellness goals […]

The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month by hosting the 2024 National AANHPI Business Summit on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm ET in Washington D.C. This business summit will commemorate the contributions and achievements of the AANHPI […]