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SUMMARY:Buoy Your Small Business with the NAVSEA SBIR/STTR
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business looking for non-dilutive funding? Learn how the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) can help you transform your innovative ideas into cutting-edge technologies with funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. This webinar provides the goals of SBIR and STTR\, explains the three phases of the program\, outlines eligibility requirements\, and elucidates NAVSEA’s schedule for soliciting proposals. Along the way\, we will explore what makes the Navy’s—and within it\, NAVSEA’s—SBIR and STTR Programs especially successful in transitioning projects from research and development to commercialization. \nPresenter: Susie Drummond\, Program Analyst | NAVSEA SBIR/STTR Outreach
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/buoy-your-small-business-with-the-navsea-sbir-sttr/
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SUMMARY:SWaM Certification
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small\, women-owned\, minority-owned\, micro\, veteran\, service-disabled veteran business looking to expand your opportunities? The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) invites you to a virtual informational session on the SWaM Certification process. \nWhy Get SWaM Certified? \nEach year\, the Commonwealth of Virginia spends over $8 billion on goods and services. Becoming SWaM certified can open doors to new business opportunities and increase your visibility among an additional set of potential customers. \nSWaM certification is a powerful tool that can help your business secure contracts with: \n\nState Agencies\nPublic Colleges & Universities\nLocal Municipalities\nPrivate Sector Companies utilizing the SWaM database\n\nWhat You’ll Learn in This Workshop: \n\nOverview of the SWaM Program\nEligibility requirements for certification (including Small\, Woman-owned\, Minority-owned\, Micro\, ESO\, Veteran\, and Service-Disabled Veteran designations)\nStep-by-step guidance on how to apply\n\nDon’t miss this chance to learn how SWaM Certification can help grow your business! \nPresented by: Kathy Deacon\, SBSD Business Services Manager\, Southwest Virginia Region
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/swam-certification-3/
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SUMMARY:Foreign Ownership\, Control and Influence (FOCI)
DESCRIPTION:This class will train you on Foreign Ownership\, Control or Influence\, or FOCI.  In an increasingly global economy\, for those companies interested in doing classified work for the U.S. Government it is vitally important to understand what constitutes FOCI and how such concerns can be mitigated. \nIn this 1 hour webinar\, you will learn about the facility clearance (FCL) process\, what is FOCI\, when a U.S. entity is considered to be under FOCI\, and potential FOCI mitigation measures\, among other important related topics. \nSpeakers \nRichard Arnholt\, Member at Bass\, Berry & Sims\, a law firm in Washington\, DC\, advises companies on the complex rules applicable to contracting with federal and state governments. His practice includes litigating bid and size protests\, counseling clients on unique regulations impacting their business\, as well as responding to government allegations of procurement fraud or misconduct. In addition\, he assists clients who are responding to suspension or debarment notices before various government agencies\, including the U.S. Army\, Air Force\, and Navy; Defense Logistics Agency; EPA; GSA; and the Department of Homeland Security. \nAdam Briscoe\, Associate at Bass Berry & Sims PLC\, advises companies as they navigate the contracting process with federal\, state\, and local governments. He counsels and represents clients on bid protests before the Government Accountability Office and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims\, contract claims and disputes\, teaming and subcontracting issues\, due diligence for mergers and acquisitions\, data rights and intellectual property issues\, and compliance with cybersecurity and Small Business Administration regulations
URL:https://sw.edu/apex/event/foreign-ownership-control-and-influence-foci-2/
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