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SUMMARY:2023 Broward Health Supplier Diversity Business & Health EXPO
DESCRIPTION:Looking for Business Opportunities? Broward Health buys a variety of supplies and services to operate its more than 50 healthcare facilities\, Procurement Staff\, Key End-Users and Prime Vendors will be on-site for matchmaking. \nNeed a Health Check-Up? Broward Health Community Health Services team will be on-site providing health screenings and health educational resource \nFor more information call 954.473.7205 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/2023-broward-health-supplier-diversity-business-health-expo/
LOCATION:Signature Grand\, 6900 W State Rd 84\, Davie\, FL 33317\, USA\, 6900 W State Rd 84\, Davie\, FL\, 33317\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T171843Z
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SUMMARY:NMSDC Q2 NMSDC Virtual Business Connection Matchmaker
DESCRIPTION:This event brings together NMSDC-certified minority business e \nnterprises (MBEs) to meet with NMSDC corporate members and other MBEs to help them discover new business opportunities that will help them get new contracts\, expand relationships\, and/or gain capital for expansion. \nThis event is open to national/local corporate members\, government\, and MBEs at no cost! \nREGISTRATIONS OPENS: May 11\, 2023 \nSCHEDULING OPENS: May 26\, 2023 \nSCHEDULING CLOSES: June 16\, 2023 \nMATCHMAKER: June 20-21\, 2023 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/nmsdc-q2-nmsdc-virtual-business-connection-matchmaker/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230606T172431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T212029Z
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SUMMARY:Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County Business PowerNet
DESCRIPTION:The Business PowerNet is a win-win opportunity for all involved.\n\nStart Your Day – with a delicious breakfast with SWA’s Executive Director Dan Pellowitz.\n\nWe want to ensure that all segments of the business population\, including\, small\, local\, minority and women-owned businesses have an equitable opportunity to participate in the SWA’s procurement process.\n\nAll businesses are invited to meet and learn how to do business with local government agencies. Learn about amazing opportunities and benefits from speaking directly with buyers and key decision makers in an intimate breakout session. You will have an opportunity to meet key decision makers from:\n1. The Solid Waste Authority\n2. Palm Beach County\n3. City Of West Palm Beach\n4. South Florida Water Management District\n5. Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council\n\nEVENT INSTRUCTIONS\n\nRSVP TODAY at SWA.gob2g.com\, and click the “Events” Tab. \nEvent Location:\nEmbassy Suites Hotel\n1601 Belvedere Road\nWest Palm Beach\, FL 33406 \n\nJune 22\, 2023 \nLearn More > \nClick above link\, then click the “Events” Tab on the website. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/solid-waste-authority-of-palm-beach-county-business-powernet/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Central\, 1601 Belvedere Rd\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33406\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230616T221312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T221312Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Transportation Infrastructure Contracting Summit-Tampa
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Department of Transportation Infrastructure Contracting Summit – Tampa | Register Here \n\nDate and time\n\nThursday\, June 22 · 8am – 5pm EDT \n\nLocation\n\nThe Tampa International Airport Event Space (3rd-floor main terminal Event Space on Level 3\, between the shuttles for Airsides E and F) 4160 George J Bean Parkway Tampa\, FL 33607 \n  \nACE YOUR PLACE IN THE INFRASTRUCTURE RACE!\nJoin the U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation during this information and power packed event to find out how you can position your small business to participate in the $1.2 Trillion spend to build the Nation’s Infrastructure. \nAt this event you will have the opportunity to: \n\nMeet and network with transportation infrastructure decision makers\nIncrease your chance of winning a government contract\nEnhance strategies for evaluating pursuits and learn when to say\, “No”\nDiscover and Access capital and credit programs to finance your business\n\nThe Agenda includes:\n\nTrade & industry-specific procurement briefings and matchmaking\nContracting insights from successful small business owners\nIndustry townhall and keynote address\nFederal contracting briefings\nConcurrent breakout sessions\n\nDon’t miss out on your chance to connect with people\, partners\, and projects that can help you take your business to the next level!
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/u-s-department-of-transportation-infrastructure-contracting-summit-tampa/
LOCATION:The Tampa International Airport Event Space\, 4160 George J Bean Parkway\, Tampa\, FL\, 33607
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBA South Florida District Office":MAILTO:SouthFlorida_DO@sba.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230616T221810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T221810Z
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SUMMARY:ACE YOUR PLACE IN THE INFRASTRUCTURE RACE!
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take on the big dogs in the infrastructure industry? Don’t miss out on this chance to soar to new heights with your business in the $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure acquisition process. \nRegister Here
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/ace-your-place-in-the-infrastructure-race/
LOCATION:The Tampa International Airport Event Space\, 4160 George J Bean Parkway\, Tampa\, FL\, 33607
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ORGANIZER;CN="USDOT Southeast Region Office":MAILTO:aclark@seregionosdbu.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230606T172905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T213237Z
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SUMMARY:Orange County Public Schools Annual Trade Fair for Small\, Minority & Veteran Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This premiere networking event connects small business owners/representatives with key representatives from Orange County Public Schools (OCPS)\, major prime construction and architectural/engineering firms; as well as small\, woman\, and minority-owned business advocates. \nAnnually\, the Office of Business Opportunity (which manages the district’s supplier diversity efforts) hosts this FREE business networking event\, targeted to local small businesses. By policy\, OCPS has committed to purchasing from small and diverse-owned businesses. To this end\, this outreach and networking event aims to connect small business owners with key decision makers within the district\, as well as decision makers from prime contractors\, and various support organizations. Workshops on major issues affecting small and diverse businesses are offered throughout the morning. Refreshments and door prizes are also part of this lively networking event. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to meet key decision-makers and make strategic connections to increase your company’s visibility\, and ultimately your bottom line. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/orange-county-public-schools-annual-trade-fair-for-small-minority-veteran-owned-businesses/
LOCATION:Westridge Middle School\, 3800 W Oak Ridge Rd\, Orlando\, FL\, 32809\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230606T173317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T213009Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - Building Services
DESCRIPTION:Doing Business with UF! is a hybrid workshop series intended to offer suppliers insight and knowledge on how to do business with the institution. The series provides small business owners with the opportunity to meet with UF departments to discuss how to do business with their area. \nEvery month\, UF departments will have the opportunity to discuss key information about their department to help suppliers learn how to do business with them! \nTuesday\, June 27th – Building Services \nTuesday\, July 11th – UF Advancement \nTuesday\, August 8th – Warrington College of Business \nTuesday\, September 26th – Food and Beverage Services \nTuesday\, October 10th – Procurement \nThursday\, October 24th – UF Bookstore \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/doing-business-with-uf-building-services/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230622T150750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T151005Z
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SUMMARY:Orlando Health | Meet the General Contractors
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited\nOrlando Health invites you to join us for a special minority contractor and supplier matchmaking event. Learn about upcoming projects and opportunities directly from the construction prime contractors working with Orlando Health. Community-based partners also will be on hand\, providing informational sessions for diverse trades and vendors. View Flyer > \nParking
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/orlando-health-meet-the-general-contractors/
LOCATION:Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center | Multi-Purpose Rooms A–D\, 52 W. Underwood St.\, Orlando\, 32806\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Orlando Health":MAILTO:Juliet.Ricci@OrlandoHealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230622T162908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T162937Z
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SUMMARY:Brasfield & Gorrie | Project Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:HCA Florida West Parking Garage\n\nPROJECT DETAILS\nNew six-story precast parking garage with 671 parking spaces will be constructed on the northwest side of the existing HCA Florida West campus where a surface parking lot is currently located. The site construction will entail demolition of existing parking areas and construction of new concrete curbs\, sidewalks\, asphalt paving\, utilities\, and landscaping. The garage will be precast and include two passenger elevators and two stair towers. \nTRADE CONTRACTOR INFORMATION\nBrasfield & Gorrie is committed to increasing our collaboration with small and diverse firms\, and believe that every project is an opportunity to champion diversity and inclusion. Learn more about our efforts and supplier diversity program here. We want to make sure you receive an invitation to bid for this project by creating or updating your profile in Building Connected. You can access Building Connected instructions by visiting https://www.brasfieldgorrie.com/ trade-partners/ Bid invitations will be sent out via Building Connected. \n  \nBID PACKAGES\n• Professional Surveying • Site Services • Equipment Rental • Construction Fencing • Waste Management • Final Cleaning • Temporary Labor • Turn Key Concrete Contractors • Precast Structural Concrete • Masonry • Misc. Metals • Waterproofing / Sealant • Modified Bit Roofing • Doors\, Frames & Hardware • Glass & Glazing • Metal Studs & Drywall • Ceramic\, Porcelain & Tile • Acoustical Ceilings • Resilient Flooring • Painting • General Specialties • Fabricated Signage • Metal Canopies & Covers • Parking Control Equipment • Elevators • Fire Suppression • Plumbing • Test & Balance Services • HVAC Systems • Electrical • Structured Cabling • Access Control Systems • Site Grading & Utilities • Auger Cast Piles • Asphalt Paving • Site Concrete • Landscaping & Irrigation \n  \nClick here to register.\nA meeting link will be provided via email. \nNeed to attend virtually? Click here.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/brasfield-gorrie-project-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Bayview Senior Center Auditorium\, 2000 East Lloyd Street\, Pensacola\, FL\, 32503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230629T212248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T212317Z
UID:22006-1688630400-1688634000@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MBEs: We Need Your Input\n\nJoin the MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting on July 6\, 2023Top Reasons to Attend This Meeting \n✓ Learn about contracting opportunities \n✓ Meet other MBEs for partnering opportunities \n✓ Share your ideas\, challenges and successes \n✓ Learn how to better utilize FSMSDC’s programs and services \n✓ Have input on advocacy issues impacting MBEs\n✓ Make an impact in the community \nOpen to all Certified FSMSDC MBEs |  REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/mbe-input-committee-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230606T173653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T212926Z
UID:21779-1689076800-1689080400@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - UF Advancement
DESCRIPTION:Doing Business with UF! is a hybrid workshop series intended to offer suppliers insight and knowledge on how to do business with the institution. The series provides small business owners with the opportunity to meet with UF departments to discuss how to do business with their area. \nEvery month\, UF departments will have the opportunity to discuss key information about their department to help suppliers learn how to do business with them! \nTuesday\, June 27th – Building Services \nTuesday\, July 11th – UF Advancement \nTuesday\, August 8th – Warrington College of Business \nTuesday\, September 26th – Food and Beverage Services \nTuesday\, October 10th – Procurement \nThursday\, October 24th – UF Bookstore \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/doing-business-with-uf-uf-advancement/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230722
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230713T144538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T144538Z
UID:22099-1689724800-1689983999@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:NABHOOD & Multicultural Summit
DESCRIPTION:27th Annual International\nAfrican American Hotel Ownership & Investment Summit & Trade Show\nAre you ready to own\, operate or develop your own hotel? \nThis is your opportunity to meet hotel owners & individuals seeking partners and/or investment opportunities.\nConnect with hotel brands interested in doing business with minorities and meet other experts that can help you achieve your path to joining the hospitality industry.\nBecome a part of our effort to increase minority supplier opportunities. \nNABHOOD is one of the leading organizations advocating for minority ownership and development in the hotel and hospitality industry. The organization advocates on behalf of black hoteliers domestically and internationally. \nMBE Discount\nCurrently certified MBEs are eligible for a $400 discount for the full conference.\nMBEs have already received the discount code via email in FSMSDC’s weekly newsletter Things You Should Know®. Register >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/nabhood-multicultural-summit/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230720T191611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T191611Z
UID:22183-1690286400-1690291800@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Learn How to Submit a Successful Miami Open for Business ABLE and CREO Loan Application
DESCRIPTION:Miami Open for Business: Learn how to submit a successful Miami Open for Business ABLE and CREO Loan Application \nIn this webinar\, you will learn important information about the next round of funding from The Miami Foundation’s Miami Open for Business programs. We will teach you how to submit your loan application along with a live Q&A. \nRegister Here\nAbout the Miami Open for Business: \nThe Miami Foundation Open for Business Funding programs aims to support historically underserved small businesses and nonprofits in Miami-Dade County to build resilience and generational wealth through the purchase and ownership of critical business assets\, such as technology\, equipment\, machinery\, inventory\, and property. \nMIAMI OPEN FOR BUSINESS FUNDING PROGRAMS: \n– Asset Building Loans for Entrepreneurs (ABLE) Fund​ \n– Collective Real Estate Ownership (CREO) Funding \nTo learn more about these programs visit: https://fsmsdc.org/miami-open-for-business/
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/learn-how-to-submit-a-successful-miami-open-for-business-able-and-creo-loan-application/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230720T192239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T192239Z
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SUMMARY:Truist | Tier2 Supplier Diversity Business Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:This in-person event is an excellent platform for growth\, learning\, and networking with some of the most recognized companies in the nation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: July 26\, 2023\nTime: 9:00am – 4:00pm ET\nLocation: Truist Field\, 324 South Mint Street\, Charlotte\, NC 28202 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTruist executive leaders sharing their commitment to supplier diversity and development\nEngaging workshops and educational sessions to sustain your business in these ever-changing times\nOpportunity to speak with several of Truist’s prime suppliers to learn of upcoming procurement projects\nShowcase your business and network with potential partners\, stakeholders\, and customers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSmall and diverse businesses who are interested in: \n\nUnderstanding Truist’s commitment to supplier diversity\nNetworking with Truist leaders\, prime suppliers\, and community partners\nGaining insights into how to navigate and grow in the current environment\nExploring potential opportunities as a Tier2 supplier for Truist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a day full of insightful presentations and high-value networking. To register\, click on the “Register now” button below and provide the necessary details. \nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease take a moment to navigate through the information tabs on this site. It will provide you with useful information before you proceed to submit your online registration. \nSpace is limited. Kindly register by Friday\, July 21\, 2023.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/truist-tier2-supplier-diversity-business-summit-2023/
LOCATION:Truist Field\, 324 South Mint Street\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230720T192634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T192907Z
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SUMMARY:Jackson Health System | Meet Our Environmental Services Team: Sodexo
DESCRIPTION:Join Jackson Health System’s Environmental Services Team: Sodexo as they discuss their role in Jackson’s environmental services operations\, share best practices for winning and keeping the work\, and provide details on upcoming opportunities. This FREE webinar is especially for vendors interested in providing janitorial products and services. \nRegister
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/jackson-health-system-meet-our-environmental-services-team-sodexo/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230731T154340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T154411Z
UID:22227-1690911000-1690918200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Branding and Marketing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:About\nGain a deep understanding of the key elements necessary to build a stronger brand\, differentiate yourself from competitors\, and boost your client base. \nLearn from industry experts about: \n\nCreating Your Brand – “Who are you”\nBrand Messaging – “Does your message align with your content”\nAI is Here To Stay – “Are You Leveraging It To Scale?\nSelling Yourself and Your Brand – “You are your best billboard”\n\nRegister Here\nGUEST SPEAKERS\nMr. Donald Kelly\nFounder & Chief Sales Evangelist\nThe Sales Evangelist LLC \n  \nMs. Corlette Deveaux\nFounder and Principal CEO\nDG Incorporated \nMs. Tollisha Joseph\nFounder & CEO\nThe Official Glue \nMr. Andre Kay\nCEO/Founder\nSociallyBuzz
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/branding-and-marketing-symposium/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
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SUMMARY:Brasfield & Gorrie | Vero Beach Project Outreach Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This project for Cleveland Clinic Indian River consists of the construction of a new 35\,000 SF central utility plant building\, fuel tank enclosure\, utility link to existing facilities and associated site improvements. The new CUP will include offices to house the facility services/management along with systems infrastructure for hot and chilled water systems and increased utility capacity and redundancy for the existing hospital. All work will take place on an active hospital campus that will need to remain fully operational throughout the duration of this project\, requiring an abundance of coordination with the facility. It is anticipated that much of the work relating to tie-ins and interface with existing facilities and systems will need to take place outside of normal working hours in order to maintain full operational capacity. Learn More > \nTrade Packages: \n\nTemporary Toilets\nEquipment/Cleanup\nGeneral Works\nDemolition\nEarthwork and grading\nLandscaping\nMasonry\nStructural steel & misc. metals\nMillwork\nWaterproofing & Sealants\nRoofing\nDoors/Frames/HDWR\nDrywall & Framing\nStucco\nHard Tile & Resilient Flooring\nAcoustical\nPainting\nSpecialties\nFire Protection\nPlumbing\nMechanical systems and equipment\nElectrical systems and equipment
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/brasfield-gorrie-vero-beach-project-outreach-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230731T141224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T141407Z
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SUMMARY:MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting - August
DESCRIPTION:MBEs: We Need Your Input\n\nJoin the MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting on August 3\, 2023Top Reasons to Attend This Meeting \n✓ Learn about contracting opportunities \n✓ Meet other MBEs for partnering opportunities \n✓ Share your ideas\, challenges and successes \n✓ Learn how to better utilize FSMSDC’s programs and services \n✓ Have input on advocacy issues impacting MBEs\n✓ Make an impact in the community \nOpen to all Certified FSMSDC MBEs |  REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/mbe-input-committee-virtual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230720T193128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T193144Z
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SUMMARY:Miami Open for Business |  Tips and Tools for Small Business Loan/Grant Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Tips and Tools for Small Business Loan/Grant Preparation Does your small business need capital? Join our free loan/grant preparation class with Erasmo Acosta\, CFO and Senior Business Consultant at FSMSDC and Timothy Spearman business consultant and Quickbooks Certified Proadvisor. \nIn this course you will learn: \n\nHow to determine your requirement. How much do you need?\nHow to check for loan eligibility\nHow to organize your documents for a basic loan and grant application\nAfter the completion of this course\, you will receive complimentary financial templates to assist you with your future loan and grant applications.\n\nRegister
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/miami-open-for-business-tips-and-tools-for-small-business-loan-grant-preparation/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230606T173825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T212908Z
UID:21781-1691496000-1691499600@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - Warrington College of Business
DESCRIPTION:Doing Business with UF! is a hybrid workshop series intended to offer suppliers insight and knowledge on how to do business with the institution. The series provides small business owners with the opportunity to meet with UF departments to discuss how to do business with their area. \nEvery month\, UF departments will have the opportunity to discuss key information about their department to help suppliers learn how to do business with them! \nTuesday\, June 27th – Building Services \nTuesday\, July 11th – UF Advancement \nTuesday\, August 8th – Warrington College of Business \nTuesday\, September 26th – Food and Beverage Services \nTuesday\, October 10th – Procurement \nThursday\, October 24th – UF Bookstore \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/doing-business-with-uf-warrington-college-of-business/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T231954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T232350Z
UID:22371-1691589600-1691595000@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:How Solopreneurs can Win with Diversity Supplier & Certification Programs
DESCRIPTION:This event is for you if you’ve wanted to learn more about how to work with corporations and thought that you were “too small” \nIf you’re a small business and ever dreamed of working with corporate clients but thought that you were ‘too small’\, then this event is for YOU! \nIn this hybrid – online and in-person event you will hear from experts on how to position your small buiness for success with large clients. \nYou’ll understand what requirements you’ll need to be competitive AND you’ll learn exactly what some companies are buying…every day! \nWe’ll be joined by Beatrice Louissaint\, President of FMSDC\, the Florida Minority Supplier Diversity Council. \nLaurinda Thomas\, Sr. Director\, Sourcing at ADP Supplier Diversity & Vendor Assurance. \nwith a special presentation by Francy Rueda serves as Senior Loan Program Manager at Miami Bayside Foundation \nThe panel discussion will be hosted by Michelle Y. Talbert\, Esq.\, founder of the host location\, Her Power Space. \nRegister today to save your space\, in-person or online. Light refreshments will be served with thanks\, in part to Nathaniel Lapidot Senior District Manager Accountant Centric\, ADP. \nLike our Her Power Space motto says: #weallwin ?
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/how-solopreneurs-can-win-with-diversity-supplier-certification-programs/
LOCATION:Her Power Space – Coworking & Business Events\, 4300 North University Drive #Suite F-100\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T231551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T231652Z
UID:22368-1691598600-1691604000@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:FDOT District 2 Open House: Project T2891 MLK/I-95
DESCRIPTION:+1 (631) 992-3221 ATTENDEE-muted: 577-528-065 Registration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6581874947946998359\nWebinar ID: 276-097-827\n\nLocation Details\nFDOT District 2 Training Center\n2198 Edison Ave\nJacksonville FL 32204
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/fdot-district-2-open-house-project-t2891-mlk-i-95/
LOCATION:FDOT District 2 Jacksonville Training Facility\, 2198 Edison Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T225028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225156Z
UID:22344-1691884800-1692143999@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Atlanta MBDA Business Center | National MBE Manufacturers Summit & Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Sixth National MBE Manufacturers Summit returns in person this year\, August 13-15\, 2023\, at the Georgia Tech Global Learning Center in Atlanta\, Georgia. \nDon’t miss this national once-a-year event that brings leading Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) manufacturers together from around the country to acquire new knowledge\, analyze global market trends and meet one-on-one with corporations and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). View the Summit Highlights. \nThis year’s Summit theme\, “Workforce: Recruiting\, Training and Retaining Tomorrow’s Top Talent”\, will uncover the implications and advantages of tomorrow’s evolving workforce to help MBE manufacturers compete and prosper on a global stage. \nConvene\, connect\, and collaborate with thought leaders and with implementing the necessary changes to advance new workforce strategies and stay successfully competitive.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/atlanta-mbda-business-center-national-mbe-manufacturers-summit-awards/
LOCATION:FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230824
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230713T153018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T153018Z
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SUMMARY:NMSDC | Q3 Business Matchmaker
DESCRIPTION:This event brings together NMSDC-certified minority business enterprises (MBEs) to meet with NMSDC corporate members and other MBEs to help them discover new business opportunities that will help them get new contracts\, expand relationships\, and/or gain capital for expansion. \nThis event is open to national/local corporate members\, government\, and MBEs at no cost! \nLearn More
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/nmsdc-q3-business-matchmaker/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T225350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225724Z
UID:22346-1692694800-1692712800@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Brasfield & Gorrie | Vero Beach Project Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Clinic CEP Outreach Event\nCLEVELAND CLINIC INDIAN RIVER HOSPITAL CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT (CUP) VERO BEACH\, FLORIDA\n\n\n\nThis project for Cleveland Clinic Indian River consists of the construction of a new 35\,000 SF central utility plant building\, fuel tank enclosure\, utility link to existing facilities and associated site improvements. The new CUP will include offices to house the facility services/management along with systems infrastructure for hot and chilled water systems and increased utility capacity and redundancy for the existing hospital. All work will take place on an active hospital campus that will need to remain fully operational throughout the duration of this project\, requiring an abundance of coordination with the facility. It is anticipated that much of the work relating to tie-ins and interface with existing facilities and systems will need to take place outside of normal working hours in order to maintain full operational capacity.\nTrade Packages:\n2. Temporary Toilets\n3. Equipment/Cleanup\n4. General Works\n5. Demolition\n6. Earthwork and grading\n7. Landscaping\n8. Masonry\n9. Structural steel & misc. metals\n10. Millwork\n11. Waterproofing & Sealants\n12. Roofing\n13. Doors/Frames/HDWR\n14. Drywall & Framing\n15. Stucco\n16. Hard Tile & Resilient Flooring\n17. Acoustical\n18. Painting\n19. Specialties\n20. Fire Protection\n21. Plumbing\n22. Mechanical systems and equipment\n23. Electrical systems and equipment
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/brasfield-gorrie-vero-beach-project-outreach/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T225909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T230415Z
UID:22351-1692954000-1692964800@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Orange County Public Schools | How to Do Business with OCPS
DESCRIPTION:Learn OCPS Opportunities & Processes \nThe Procurement Services team offers the Doing Business with OCPS webinar on the last Friday of each month (unless there is a holiday). These webinars are intended to provide information to help businesses successfully prepare and pursue district opportunities. \nThese monthly sessions are targeted to new vendors and is intended to increase the number of vendors registered and participating in the district’s procurement processes. \nThe webinar is scheduled for 2 hours and includes information from: \n\nPurchasing and Contracts\nFacilities & Construction Contracting\nOffice of Business Opportunity\n\nVendors will learn general information about the district; how the district procures goods and services; and how to learn about upcoming opportunities. \nLearn More > \nRegister Here: https://obodoingbusinesswithocpsaugust252023.eventbrite.com \n 
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/orange-county-public-schools-how-to-do-business-with-ocps/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230822T051232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T051608Z
UID:22569-1693386000-1693396800@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:2023 Virtual Broward Supplier Diversity Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Connect\, engage\, and grow your small business! \nJoin the Office of Supplier Diversity and Broward College on August 30th for the virtual Broward Supplier Diversity Exchange for the opportunity to learn how to take your growing business to the next level. This event includes networking opportunities as well as presentations and panels from experienced professionals!
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/2023-virtual-broward-supplier-diversity-exchange/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230818T171831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T171831Z
UID:22548-1693389600-1693396800@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:South Florida Black Business Symposium
DESCRIPTION:In honor of National Black Business Month\, Miami-Dade County Public Schools & Broward County Public Schools present the South Florida Black Business Symposium. Join us and a panel of experts and business leaders\, and discover current opportunities and many of the available resources to reimagine\, maintain and grow your business. \nThe first 10 Attendees will be entered in to a raffle for a prize!
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/south-florida-black-business-symposium/
LOCATION:Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex\, 3000 Northwest 199th Street\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33056
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230809T223907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T224403Z
UID:22337-1693483200-1693488600@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:ABC’s of Artificial Intelligence - Is Your Business Ready for AI? *lunchtime learn*
DESCRIPTION:During this interactive webinar\, you will better understand the capabilities of this emerging technology and learn how to incorporate pilot projects in your own business to start your AI journey. Generative AI offers several potential benefits for businesses\, including increased productivity\, efficiency\, and cost-savings. By automating various tasks\, generative AI can free up time and resources for employees to focus on higher-value activities. However\, businesses must go beyond the hype cycle to truly harness and leverage the opportunities that AI can bring to the workplace. \nRegister: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4472163923052937049
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/abcs-of-artificial-intelligence-is-your-business-ready-for-ai-lunchtime-learn/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTSTAMP:20260501T065220
CREATED:20230720T193620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T193620Z
UID:22202-1693958400-1694131199@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Caribbean Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:CONFERENCE REGISTRATION  \nTo participate in this Conference\, please register: CLICK HERE \n\nGeneral Admission: $495 per attendee + credit card processing fees\nGroup discounts available.\nRegistration Deadline— September 4\, 2023\nFor general conference information contact: office.miami@trade.gov.\n\n  \nOVERVIEW  \nU.S. Caribbean Business Conference 2023 participants will receive up-to-date market intelligence and help developing practical strategies for winning procurements and for exporting their goods and services. \nThe program will include U.S. diplomats\, industry professionals\, trade experts\, international business experts\, high-level government officials and seasoned exporters – with plenty of opportunity for networking. \nThe conference is expected to attract over 500 participants from Florida and throughout the United States. As a participant\, you will have the opportunity to network with like-minded companies interested in exploring business opportunities in the Caribbean. At the same time\, some of the leading government and private sector experts in the Caribbean region will discuss the latest developments\, strategies\, and market entry techniques. \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?  \nThe conference is open to U.S. companies from all industries with growth potential in the Caribbean region. Export compliance managers\, business development professionals\, international sales professionals\, executive staff of exporting companies. \n  \nEXPLORING THE MARKETS OF THE CARIBBEAN \nPanel discussions and presentations on: \n\nWhat are the best markets for your products and services across the Caribbean?\nWhat are the latest infrastructure development opportunities?\nWhat U.S. government resources are available to help win government tenders?\nWhat challenges do these dynamic markets present to U.S. companies?\n\nSessions focus on the general business environment and high-potential sectors\, financing\, logistics\, and major projects and infrastructure. \n  \nMEET ONE‐ON‐ONE WITH U.S. COMMERCIAL DIPLOMATS  \nPlug into resources to help you win projects and learn about the markets through one‐on‐one meetings with U.S. diplomats from across the region.  In addition\, representatives from U.S. Government agencies will also be available to meet with participants.  Important note— Appointment slots are limited and will be assigned based of market potential and export readiness. (*) \n\n\n\nCOUNTRIES\nGOVERNMENT AGENCIES\n\n\nBarbados\nAdvocacy Center\n\n\nDominican Republic\nEXIM Bank\n\n\nGuyana\nMinority Business Development Agency\n\n\nJamaica\nSelectFlorida\n\n\nSuriname\nU.S. Small Business Administration\n\n\nThe Bahamas\nU.S. Small Business Development Centers\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago\nUSDA FAS Caribbean Agricultural Trade Office\n\n\n\nU.S. Commercial Service
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/u-s-caribbean-business-conference/
LOCATION:FL
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