Events and Training

Grow Your Business through Cross Border E-Commerce

Learn how to access millions of consumers in South Korea and Taiwan by leveraging Coupang’s best-in-class logistics, network, scale, and market knowledge.

Thursday, June 25

Doors Open: 4:00 PM

Program: 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Networking 5:30-6:00 PM

World Trade Center & Online

Topics to be covered:

• Korea & Taiwan Market Insights
• Onboarding & Logistics
• E-Commerce Strategies and Integration Models
• Growth Opportunities
• Live Q&A Session
• Promoting and Advertising

Register at https://bit.ly/4d33kGt

Preparing the Bid Workshop on July 22, 2026

TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma, in collaboration with the government contracting advisors at the nonprofit Washington APEX Accelerator, invites small businesses to participate in an interactive workshop titled Preparing to Bid. This in person, instructor-led workshop will focus on helping businesses understand what is required to successfully prepare for and navigate bidding on government solicitations. Participants will be guided through the essential steps of reviewing and interpreting solicitation documents, empowering them to approach contracting opportunities with greater confidence and clarity. 

Date: July 22, 2026 

Time: 1:00PM – 3:00PM 

Location: Tacoma Public Library, Main Branch, 1102 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402 

What you’ll learn: 

• How to read, understand, and dissect solicitation documents 

• How to use take-home tools, including a customizable pre-bid checklist 

• How to apply a bid/no-bid decision matrix tailored to your business needs 

• Key considerations and requirements that impact competitive, compliant bids 

• Practical insights from government contracting advisors 

This workshop will equip businesses with the skills, tools, and foundational knowledge required to assess opportunity fit, prepare complete submissions, and strengthen their readiness for the public contracting process.  

✨ Free & Open to the Public 
🔗 Register now at: https://forms.office.com/g/qFpLNRULMJ?origin=lprLink 

📩 Questions or accessibility needs? Contact Linda Cerna at [email protected] or (253) 453-9488 

  Let’s build stronger businesses together — we hope to see you there! 

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

Organizational Resources

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
• 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
• Washington APEX Accelerator (formerly 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