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 […]

In this Marketing workshop, we start by helping you identify your target market. These are your best potential customers and knowing them helps you create a better product or service. It also makes all your promotional efforts more focused and effective. We show you how to finalize the design of your product or service and make sure […]

Save the date Mark your calendars for a workshop for Spanish-speaking business owners. The event will help attendees: • Learn how to work with the state and become OMWBE certified. • Register in WEBS. • Start their OMWBE certification applications. When: 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 9. Where: Nuestras Raíces Community Center in Spokane.  

Do you have a business that can serve the Professional Services industry? Join us with our corporate partners, and others, as we will be featuring Professional Services entrepreneurs. Do you have a business that can serve the industry? You’ll have three minutes to give the corporate reps an elevator pitch on your product or service. This is an excellent […]

Join us for a live, in-person event to discuss the Harborview Medical Center, Ninth & Jefferson Building, Operating Rooms & Sleep Clinic Relocate Project! The event will consist of a project overview from 3:00 PM -3:30 PM and then a site walk of the Phase 1 Sleep Center scope and site logistics. Please meet at the […]

FEMA Industry Liaison Program (ILP) Advisory Region 10 How to do Business with FEMA Webinar. Hosted by Office of the Chief Component Procurement Officer (OCCPO) and Region 10 on April 11th, 10: 00 AM – 12:30 PM PT. On Thursday April 11th from 10 am to 12:30 pm Pacific Time, FEMA’s Chief Component Procurement Officer […]

Are you a small, minority or woman-owned Traffic Control firm? Come engage in roundtable discussions to address traffic control challenges. Welcome to the Traffic Control Roundtable! Join us for an engaging discussion on all things related to traffic control. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the industry, this event is perfect […]

King County is hosting a contractor networking and open house event to provide networking opportunities for small, minority and women owned firms and prime contractors/consultants, as well as informational presentations on upcoming contracts. King County will have presenters from Wastewater Treatment Division, Metro Transit, Parks, Road Services, Local Services, Water and Land Resources Division, Facilities […]

Governments require a structured approach to estimating, negotiating and managing costs associated with construction projects. You will learn about the details of construction costs and pricing in government contracting, including: • Cost estimation • Cost proposal preparation • Price negotiation • Cost and pricing analysis • Cost control and monitoring • Change order management • […]

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve heard about QuickBooks. That’s because QuickBooks is the most popular accounting software on the market. In this webinar, our expert presenter will walk you through the basic features of QuickBooks and explain how to use it to streamline your financial management. Whether you're new to QuickBooks or looking […]

Understanding and speaking the correct contracting language is very important to avoid miscommunications and frustration. In this class you will learn correct terms and their meaning, so conversations are more meaningful, shortened and unambiguous. Talk the lingo so both parties understand what you are saying. Build your contracting vocabulary. Join us as we take you […]