Former Senior Procurement Center Representative, Malda Brown (SBA), former Contracting Officer, Debora Pitts (HHS), and former Procurement Analyst, Edith Butler (SBA), in conjunction with, Empowering Minds for the Future (EMF) Organization, will provide "the" core business development strategies for government contractors. Learn from the experts who have assisted in the acquisition of contracts totaling more than $5B for small businesses.
These genuine Small Business Advocates, with over 70 years of U. S. Small Business Administration experience, are now offering small businesses, essential information "that YOU always wanted to know, but were never given." This seminar will provide the attendees with the key tools and guidance necessary to navigate the "maze" of government contracting. Applicants or Certified Small businesses with:
- 8(a)
- GSA
- HUBZone
- WBE
- MBE
are encouraged to attend.
This seminar, hosted by EMF, will encompass training in Business Development, Market Research, Capture Strategies, Government Acquisition and Purchasing Strategies, Technical Assistance and One-on-One Counseling. A continental breakfast and light afternoon refreshments will be served.
*This seminar is valued at $200/per attendee, but EMF is accepting donations, with a minimum of $50 to continue to service disadvantaged youth and businesses in the DMV area. Your attendance and/or donations are appreciated. ONLY 5 SEATS LEFT. RESERVE YOURS TODAY.
Can't make this training? Pre-register for the next course offering. Find information and make your request at: http://www.empoweringmindsforthefuture.com/upcoming-events
ABOUT EMF:
EMF was designed to coach entrepreneurs and develop their business skills to successfully manage and operate their own business enterprises. EMF is also a one-stop shop for acquiring the resources necessary for business development and expansion and is comprised of consummate professionals and business executives that will lead the way to successful business ventures.
TRAINING AGENDA
EMF Hosts: Sharpening YOUR Business Development Skills
(Securing Federal Government Contracts for Small Businesses)
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
9:30am - 2:00pm
Emerging Technology Centers @ Johns Hopkins
1101 E 33rd St, 3rd Fl, Baltimore, MD
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Continental Breakfast...................................................................9:30am - 9:45am
Welcome Remarks.......................................................................9:45am - 10:00am
- Nicole Lester, Empyrean PR & Media Group
Self Introduction of Attendees....................................................10:00am - 10:30am
One Stop Acquisition Shop..........................................................10:30am - 11:30am
-Malda Brown, Former PCR- US Small Business Administration, Founder/President - Empowering Minds for the Future. What are the laws and regulations that govern prime contractors that do federal and state business? Find out how to get your share of the pie.
Self Certification Programs.........................................................11:30am - 12:15pm
-Edith Butler, Former Women's Business Contracting Officer, US Small Business Administration. Eligibility requirements and contracting benefits for self-certification programs for service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned small business concerns.
Sources Sought Notices/One Page Capability.............................12:30pm - 1:15pm
-Debora Pitts, Former Contracting Officer- Health and Human Services. Learn how to respond to Sources Sought Notices. Learn how to prepare a one page capability. Learn how to successfully market to the federal government as well as learn who are the key people you need to know.
Wrap-up..........................................................................................1:30pm- 2:00pm
-Moderator and Panel. Final questions.
*Special guest Christine Kingston, Business Opportunity Specialist with SBA available during the afternoon for “One on One’ Consultations.
