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SUMMARY:Creating Winning Proposals Lesson 2 - Preparation
DESCRIPTION:The second in a four-part proposal writing series\, Lesson 2 “Preparation” will cover getting ready to write a proposal.  \nDuring this session\, the following topics will be covered: \n\nIdentifying the government’s needs\nEnvisioning how you can be a solution\nOffering ideas for RFP development\nAnticipating what will be called for\nParticipating in pre-proposal conferences\nIdentifying resources needed\nForming a team
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/creating-winning-proposals-lesson-2-preparation/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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SUMMARY:Creating Winning Proposals Lesson 1 - The Preliminaries
DESCRIPTION:The first in a four-part proposal writing series\, Lesson 1 “The Preliminaries” will cover the “rules of the road”.  \nDuring this session\, the following topics will be covered: \n\nDifference between Bids and Proposals\nWhat influences proposal selection\nResponsiveness vs. Responsibility\nDifference between Solicitation\, Pre-solicitation\, Combined Synopsis and Sources Sought
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/creating-winning-proposals-lesson-1-the-preliminaries/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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SUMMARY:Writing an Effective Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:Your capabilities statement is your company’s resume. It is often the first contact you will have with Procurement Decision Makers. If your capabilities statement is the best way to get your foot in the door\, wouldn’t you want it to provide your company’s information in the best\, most efficient way? This session defines what a capabilities statement is\, why it is used\, how to create one for your small business\, and the information you should include in each of the five sections to effectively market your business.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/writing-an-effective-capabilities-statement/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T130000
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SUMMARY:Project Spectrum - What Small Businesses Need to Know About CMMC
DESCRIPTION:This virtual webinar will provide information to businesses concerning cybersecurity.  What do businesses need to do to become cybersecurity certified. Why is it important to obtain cybersecurity certification?\nThe presenter will be Mr. Derrick T. Davis\, Director for Industrial Cyber Security for the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP).
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/project-spectrum-what-small-businesses-need-to-know-about-cmmc/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
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CREATED:20240216T210448Z
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SUMMARY:Generate Leads Using eVA- Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:This advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website\, including the Report & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell\, determine prices being paid for goods/services\, identify who’s getting business (is it you or your competition). We’ll also walk through the Virginia Business Opportunities public posting page – featuring collaboration tools like B2B Connect & VIBE – as we discuss how & when eVA builds a lead list for you and why rating your leads is important.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/generate-leads-using-eva-workshop-2-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T143000
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Judy Sayers\, Procurement Specialist with over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/federal-contracting-101-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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SUMMARY:Intro to Selling to Virginia – Workshop #1
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a high-level overview of the Commonwealth’s purchasing process\, including purchasing policies that affect how buyers use the eVA system to “shop” and the eVA tools used by our buying community. You’ll also get a guided tour of the eVA website as we discuss the publicly accessible tools & resources every business should know about if they’re interested in selling to Virginia. And if you’re not already an eVA registered supplier\, you’ll learn how to get signed-up\, as well as where to go for help at any time!
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/intro-to-selling-to-virginia-workshop-1-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T110000
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SUMMARY:SBA HUBZone Program Overview
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide an overview of the Small Business Administration HUBZone Program\, how to qualify\, and how to apply. \nPresenter\, JaWanda H. Jones\, Program Analyst\, HUBZone Program\, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development\, U.S. Small Business Administration. \nRegister: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4560
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/sba-hubzone-program-overview/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apex.info@sw.edu
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SUMMARY:The ABC’s of SBIR/STTR Funding
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. The two programs make over $4 billion in high-risk\, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually! Join our expert in this interactive workshop to learn what it takes to participate in the programs. We’ll review\, eligibility requirements\, participating agencies\, the differences between SBIR and STTR\, common misconceptions and more! This training is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development and provides the tools to help begin the process.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/the-abcs-of-sbir-sttr-funding/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T130000
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SUMMARY:Basics of FOCI
DESCRIPTION:From investors to employees to customers\, there are a lot of people who can influence your business. Most of the time these relationships improve your business\, but sometimes these influences can increase risk for your company. In this session we’ll be discussing risks posed by foreign ownership\, control\, or influence (FOCI). A company can be subject to FOCI in various ways and FOCI can have a wide range of consequences. FOCI can affect your ability to obtain government contracts\, lead to a loss of key personnel\, or provide a vector for unwanted technology transfer. This session will cover the basics of understanding FOCI and how to begin to address FOCI risks.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/basics-of-foci/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000
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CREATED:20240216T210128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T210128Z
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SUMMARY:Generate Leads Using eVA- Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:This advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website\, including the Report & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell\, determine prices being paid for goods/services\, identify who’s getting business (is it you or your competition). We’ll also walk through the Virginia Business Opportunities public posting page – featuring collaboration tools like B2B Connect & VIBE – as we discuss how & when eVA builds a lead list for you and why rating your leads is important.
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/generate-leads-using-eva-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T113000
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CREATED:20240216T205957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T205957Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Selling to Virginia – Workshop #1
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a high-level overview of the Commonwealth’s purchasing process\, including purchasing policies that affect how buyers use the eVA system to “shop” and the eVA tools used by our buying community. You’ll also get a guided tour of the eVA website as we discuss the publicly accessible tools & resources every business should know about if they’re interested in selling to Virginia. And if you’re not already an eVA registered supplier\, you’ll learn how to get signed-up\, as well as where to go for help at any time!
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/intro-to-selling-to-virginia-workshop-1/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T021320
CREATED:20231211T213903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T213903Z
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Virginia Community College APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center) of Southwest Virginia\, invites you to attend this informational training session to learn the basics about Federal Contracting. \nThe presenter will be Judy Sayers\, a Procurement Specialist with over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting. \nRegister: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4559
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/federal-contracting-101/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apex.info@sw.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T213615Z
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SUMMARY:Generating Leads Using eVA - Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:This advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website\, including the Report & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell\, determine prices being paid for goods/services\, and identify who’s getting business (is it you or your competition). We’ll also walk through the Virginia Business Opportunities public posting page – featuring collaboration tools like B2B Connect & VIBE – as we discuss how & when eVA builds a lead list for you and why rating your leads is important. \nPresenter\, Kim Pritchett\, eVA Marketing & Outreach Manager\, Department of General Services\, Division of Purchases & Supply \nRegister: https://dgs-virginia-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsde-ppz4tG9y3uZqSTH8rBpZ5etqk1k7a
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/generating-leads-using-eva-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Events
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apex.info@sw.edu
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