Events and Training
Access event calendars, courses, and resources to help in your business endeavors!
2024 Supervisors Academy
Clover Park Technical College- Corporate Education is offering its annual Supervisory Academy. The event will be held on April 4th from 8am- 4:30pm at the McGavick Conference Center on the campus of Clover Park Technical College, Lakewood.
As a professional, you may be wondering whether attending the Supervisory Academy is worth your time and effort. However, as leaders, we know that systems and people change through the years. As skilled leaders, we understand that up-skilling and continuing to train on new knowledge and skills is the most effective way to drive your own progress. Have you been wanting to find and make effective, practical, and positive changes to help your own employees grow and expand?
This is YOUR opportunity! Click here to read more
Attendees can choose from expert-led workshops on the following topics:
- Programs and Projects: Your Supervisory Role and Engagement
- Emotional Intelligence: Leading from the Heart
- The Power of Effective Conflict Resolution Skills
- Inspirational Leadership: Tools to Connect with Your Employees
- Introduction to Lean for Supervisors: Essential Tools and Concepts
- Coaching Mastery: Inviting Excellence
- Decision-Making Tools for the Workplace: Handling Tough Choices.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
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SCORE Workshops
Did you know the SCORE provides an ongoing series of free workshops for people seeking to start or grow a business? Attend a workshop and learn from experienced executives how to position your business for success.
Check out the workshop calendar below:
https://www.score.org/seattle/local-workshops
Certification Fees Waived!
The Office of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses (“OMWBE”) is celebrating 40 years of service by waiving certification fees through June, 2024. Washington State businesses are invited to get certified for FREE! Renewal fees have also been waived for businesses who are already certified.
Why Certify?
- Be visible to prime and general contractors
- Gain access to valuable government contracts
- Network with contractors and government agencies
If you need support with any of your OMWBE Certifications, please email technicalassistance@omwbe.wa.gov or call 360-664-9750.
While currently these fees are only being waived through June, OMWBE is pursuing sustainable means of waiving the fees long-term. Stay tuned!
MBDA Monthly Events
Winning Strategies and Proven Best Practices for Government Prospecting (2024 Update) March 19, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT Join Mr. Frank, a renowned expert in federal acquisition, for a power-packed webinar on mastering small business government sales. You’ll discover the latest tactics and strategies for accelerating your sales, including effective prospecting techniques, overcoming common challenges, and identifying core sales strategies. This educational and practical webinar is designed for entrepreneurs, business professionals, and executives looking to excel in the federal space.
Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!
Boost Your Government Contract Success with Working Capital March 21, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT Join our insightful webinar to unlock the secrets of financing and discover how to build a solid capital stack for government contracts. We’ll demystify the market, break down different financing options, and teach you how to strategically deploy capital for success. Plus, we’ll cover the Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements for securing government contracts.
Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!
Introduction to Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (2024 Update) March 26, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT An indefinite delivery vehicle is a specialized procurement mechanism used by federal government agencies to acquire goods and services for an extended period, typically spanning more than one fiscal year. In this webinar, you will discover the significance and diverse applications of IDVs, and learn how to participate in them for long-term business relationships with federal agencies.
Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!
Navigating Government Regulations in Solicitations and Contracts March 27, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT For any business pursuing government contracts, it is critical to understand the applicable rules and regulations. However, finding and understanding the applicable rules can seem overwhelming.This webinar will help you learn to dissect the FAR and other procurement regulations. You’ll also learn how to identify which rules apply to you, which rules you can safely ignore, and how to more quickly find what you need in the vast federal regulatory landscape.
Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!
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Organizational Event Calendars
For your convenience, we have compiled a list of agencies offering small business training and development opportunities. Please explore the sites below to see upcoming events:
- William Factory Small Business Incubator Calendar
- Washington State L&I Workshops and Training Center
- Minority Business Development Agency Event Calendar
- Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber Of Commerce Event Calendar
- The World Trade Center Tacoma Event Page
- Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Event Page
- Small Business Administration (SBA) Loan Briefing Workshops
- Events at Bottom of Page
- The Washington State Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Event Calendar
- Washington Center For Women In Business Event Calendar
- Veterans Business Outreach Center Region X (Business Impact NW) Courses
- Economic Alliance Snohomish County
Organizational Resources
Please explore below to see what resources are offered by the following organizations:
- Washington State Business Hub
- Pierce County Libraries (Job And Business Center) Resources
- Access with Pierce County Library Card
- Tacoma Library Business Resources
- Access with Tacoma Library Card
- City Of Tacoma Office Of Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
- Contact: Carrie Lynn Phone: 253.591.5224 Email: clynn@ci.tacoma.wa.us
- City Of Tacoma Equity in Contracting Office (EIC)
- Contact: Kacee Woods
- Phone: 253-591-5075
- Email: kwoods@cityoftacoma.org
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