As the great Benjamin Franklin once said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” So, if you’re looking to conquer the world of federal sales in 2024, you need a solid game plan. That’s where Carroll Bernard and Michael Lejeune come in. These two experts have all the best practices and insider […]

Unlock the doors to lucrative government contracts by joining our exclusive webinar. The General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule is a gateway for businesses looking to tap into the vast opportunities within the federal government. This webinar is your comprehensive guide to understanding, preparing for, and securing a spot on the GSA Schedule. February 29, 9:00 […]

Have you heard about the changes happening with public works bidding starting July 1? Attend a 1.5 hour webinar to learn from the organizations supporting these changes. The webinar will unpack these changes and walk you through the statewide Small Works Roster through MRSC. Bring all your clarifying questions and ask the experts. Public Works […]

Hoffman Construction Company of Washington has partnered with the Port of Seattle to share information about two important projects at SeaTac Airport. Post IAF Realignment – RFP issues Late March/early April 2024 Fire Station 1 Upgrades – RFP issues April 2024 Topics to be reviewed at this event: Steps to submitting a confirming bid Prevailing […]

Are you applying for a loan? Are you confident about what is expected? In this presentation, we will cover the fundamental information necessary for a successful financing request, along with valuable insights to enhance credibility when engaging with lenders. Topics to be covered: Documents to prepare for both personal and business entity Collateral SBA guarantees […]

Knowing how to use Facebook can change your business overnight by driving customers to your website and your business. Getting more customers will lead to more sales in this very competitive business environment. And more sales means more profits for you!! Attendees to this workshop will learn the following key features about Facebook: How people see and […]

In celebration of Women’s History Month, GSA and U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce presents “A Virtual Meet & Match: Supporting the Success of Women-Owned Small Businesses” Featuring GSA Public Building Service (PBS), GSA Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) & associated Prime Contractors  Women-Owned Small Business Networking Roundtable Matchmaking with GSA and their Large Prime Contractors Roundtable Matchmaking with Federal […]

Expand Your Talent Pipeline Career and Technical Education Program Directors are here for you. Learn how these educational programs support your talent pipeline.  These “employer-recognized certifications” validate student achievement in preparation for entering the workforce as life-long learners with job-specific skills leading to advanced certifications.  Meet your future employees and also take the opportunity to help program […]

Join Greater Kitsap Chamber for a half-day of conversation, community, and personal and professional development, curated for women by women. This free annual event is made possible through generous grants from our sponsors at Kitsap Bank and the Kitsap Office of the SBDC at Western Washington University. Stay tuned for registration and our lineup of […]

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Join us for a live, in-person event to discuss Thurston County Infrastructure Upgrades! This project consists of tenant improvements within 4 existing buildings on the Thurston County Campus in Olympia, Washington to primarily support judicial services.  The project budget of $50 million includes all hard and soft costs (owner, inspections, permits, FFE, design and construction costs). *****SUBCONTRACTORS […]

The WBENC Women of Color program is excited to invite ALL to a dynamic and engaging conversation on April 2nd , from 3:30 to 5:00 pm on, “Step Into Your Money: Financing Your Business With The Right Funding”. Featuring JPMorgan Chase and Co., join us for an interactive session which will provide an overview of […]

This workshop is a part of our workshop series "Preparing for Public Projects w/The Interstate Bridge" and will focus on all things you need to know about preparing for your business' taxes specifically with government contracting. Join the discussion with WA Department of Revenue Public Works Contract Supervisor, Kim Deyo. You will learn:  What is the contract […]

Join us for an exciting event highlighting E-Contractor Graduates, the launch of the Emerald Cities E-Contractor Network and competitive grant opportunity for diverse contractors in the clean energy industry! This in-person gathering will take place at South Seattle College Georgetown Campus, where you'll have the opportunity to network, learn, and celebrate the graduates of our […]

Register for DES procurement policy workshop on April 4 Learn about enterprise procurement policy changes from 8 a.m. to noon. DES’ Enterprise Procurement Policy team will update you about the status of our policy work at an April 4 workshop. To accommodate as many people as possible, we are breaking the registration into four sessions. […]

Join Tacoma World Trade Center for a free hybrid event combining an in-person meeting at the World Trade Center Tacoma and an online Zoom meeting.  We will gather and introduce  a variety of local businesses currently doing business with various countries in Africa, find out where the opportunities are in their respective markets, and learn […]

Learn about the SR-509/24th Ave. S. to S. 188th St. New Expressway Project and potential contracting opportunities. The project includes the design and construction of a new SR 509 four-lane tolled expressway between 24th Avenue South and South 188th Street/Des Moines Memorial Drive. Learn more about the project on Atkinson's project webpage. April 5, 1:00 […]