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SUMMARY:SBA's E2G Program - Developing an Effective 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Relationship
DESCRIPTION:The SBA 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) is a powerful tool that allows small businesses to leverage more established firms’ experience\, resources\, and capabilities. But forming a successful and compliant mentor-protégé relationship requires more than just signing an agreement—it takes strategic alignment\, clear communication\, and shared goals. This webinar will walk you through the key components of building an effective and mutually beneficial 8(a) Mentor-Protégé relationship—from selecting the right partner to structuring your agreement for long-term success. Learn how to maximize the program’s benefits\, including joint ventures\, subcontracting\, and capacity building. \nWhat You’ll Learn:  \n\nOverview of the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) under 8(a)\nBenefits for both mentors and protégés\nHow to identify and approach the right mentor or protégé\nKey elements of a strong and compliant MPP agreement\nHow to use the relationship to qualify for joint ventures and set-aside contracts\nCommon challenges and best practices for long-term success\n\nWho Should Attend:  \n\n8(a)-certified small business owners\nCompanies seeking to become mentors or protégés\nBusiness development managers\nFederal contractors interested in joint ventures\nProcurement and compliance professionals\n\nBuild the mentor-protégé partnership that accelerates growth\, increases contract wins\, and strengthens your competitive edge in federal contracting.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/sbas-e2g-program-developing-an-effective-8a-mentor-protege-relationship/
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SUMMARY:Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development - DBE Stakeholder Meetings
DESCRIPTION:All stakeholders of Broward County’s Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) program – including certified and non-certified business owners\, minority\, women’s and general contractor groups\, community organizations\, and other officials or organizations – are invited to join us for this virtual meeting concerning: \n\n\nThe availability of disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged businesses\, \n\n\nThe effects of discrimination on opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs)\, and \n\n\nBroward County’s efforts to establish a level playing field for DBE participation for Broward County Aviation and Transportation projects . \n\n\nThe Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development in partnership with Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD) and the Broward County Transportation Department (BCT) host these events as part of the triennial goal setting process to obtain relevant input and information. \nRegister to attend either of the below sessions: \n\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025 at 1-3PM\nMonday\, May 19\, 2025 at 2-4PM
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/broward-county-office-of-economic-and-small-business-development-dbe-stakeholder-meetings/
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SUMMARY:FDOT/FTBA District 7 Contractor Meeting (By Invitation Only)
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URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/fdot-ftba-district-7-contractor-meeting/
LOCATION:FDOT District 7 Auditorium\, 11201 North McKinley Dr.\, Tampa\, FL\, 33612\, United States
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