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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T090000
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SUMMARY:MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting - September
DESCRIPTION:MBEs: We Need Your Input\n\nJoin the MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting on September 7\, 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-3/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
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SUMMARY:2023 Federal Reserve Southeastern Regional Supplier Diversity Summit
DESCRIPTION:Please join us Tuesday\, September 19\, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ET) for the 2023 Federal Reserve Southeastern Regional Supplier Diversity Summit. The theme for this year’s summit is “Unlocking Opportunities for Diverse Businesses.” Held in Charlotte\, North Carolina\, this in-person event will allow diverse businesses to engage and network with executive leaders\, procurement specialists\, and business line leaders from both the Atlanta and Richmond Federal Reserve Banks. \nWho Should Attend: \n\nDiverse Businesses\n\nMinority Business Enterprise\nWomen Business Enterprise\nVeteran Business Enterprise\nLGBT Business Enterprise\nDisabled Business Enterprise\n\n\nSmall Businesses\n\nPlease register by Friday\, September 8\, 2023 \nWe will provide lunch! \nRegistration: Up to two members of each organization are welcome to register for the event. \nView Flyer
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/2023-federal-reserve-southeastern-regional-supplier-diversity-summit/
LOCATION:Charlotte Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond\, 530 E Trade St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T220000
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SUMMARY:FSMSDC Business Impact Awards
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to join us at the\n48th Annual Business Impact Awards!\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 22\, 2023\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough these awards\, FSMSDC recognizes the achievements of Florida’s top minority-owned businesses\, as well as dynamic industry leaders and major corporations committed to supplier diversity. \nPurchase Tickets \n\n\n\nThe Awards\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCorporations of the Year\nThis award is presented to a local and national corporation. The corporation of the Year demonstrates commitment to minority purchasing\, technical & managerial assistance and support of minority programs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuppliers of the Year\nThis is the highest award presented to a certified FSMSDC Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). The winners of the Supplier of the Year Awards consistently provide quality products and services and strives to give back to minority businesses and the community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLarry Thelmas MBE to MBE\nSpend Award\nThe MBE to MBE Spend Award honors Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) who are doing business with other MBEs. \nBuyer of the Year\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Buyer of the Year is presented to a corporate purchasing agent or buyer who actively solicits qualified MBEs and makes substantial purchases from those suppliers. \nAdvocate of the Year\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Advocate of the Year award is presented to an individual who has contributed to minority business development and seeks to promote the Council’s mission of fostering minority business development. \nDWWDG Humanitarian Award\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Doing Well While Doing Good® (DWWDG) Humanitarian Award recognizes companies for their civic\, philanthropic and volunteer initiatives. \nPresident’s Rising Star Award\nThe President’s Rising Star Award is presented to an individual or company that is committed to supplier diversity or has excelled in business growth. The President & CEO of the FSMSDC selects the recipient of this award. \n\n\nAbout The Business Impact Awards\n\n\n\n\nThe Business Impact Awards (BIA) is the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s (FSMSDC) signature fundraising event. Through these awards\, FSMSDC recognizes the achievements of Florida’s top minority-owned businesses\, as well as dynamic industry leaders and major corporations committed to supplier diversity. This evening of honors and elegance brings together Florida’s business community while raising funds to tackle the systemic inequities Florida’s minority entrepreneurs face in access to funding\, social capital\, entrepreneurial development and contracting opportunities and gives minority-owned businesses the connections\, training\, certifications and tools they need to thrive and grow. Most of the services we provide are free or subsidized – paid for by donations and grants. \nBy supporting the Business Impact Awards\, you help FSMSDC accomplish its goal of serving more than 5\,000 businesses each year – many of them small businesses that could not afford to pay for our free and subsidized services. Because of FSMSDC’s work\, more minority entrepreneurs are able to support their families\, lift their economic status and achieve financial independence. Their success has a multiplier effect in their communities\, helping to further economic equality. \nYour support is incredibly effective. \nWe invite you to become a 2023 Business Impact Sponsor for this fun-filled and unforgettable night. This is the perfect opportunity for you to place your brand in front of business and community leaders and show your support for minority-owned businesses. \nThe Business Impact Awards salute the outstanding work and commitment of leaders and achievers in our community. As a sponsor\, you will join an esteemed circle of partners who have offered their time\, talent and treasure to the success of our signature event and of minority-owned companies. Further\, you will partner with an agency that has close to 50 years of experience providing minority-owned businesses with high-quality technical assistance\, procurement opportunities\, access to financing and other services that develop their capacity and advance their revenue. \nGuests at the event will celebrate the achievements of businesses and individuals who are shaping Florida’s future and furthering business opportunities for all. They’ll enjoy entertainment and\, of course\, a few surprises. Awards presented during the evening will include Local & National Corporations of the Year\, MBE Suppliers of the Year\, Advocate of the Year\, Buyer of the Year\, President’s Rising Star Award\, Larry Thelmas MBE-to-MBE Spend Award\, Crystal Award and the Doing Well While Doing Good® Humanitarian Award. \nEvent Features\nAwards Program | Entertainment\nThe Business Impact Awards is an exciting opportunity for business\, community\, and civic leaders to come together\, celebrate accomplishments\, network and have fun!
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/fsmsdc-business-impact-awards/
LOCATION:Amaturo Theater (located in the Broward Center for the Performing Arts)\, 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33312
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T160000
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SUMMARY:NMSDC - Contracting Opportunities With International Paper
DESCRIPTION:Discover Sourcing Opportunities with a Leader in Fiber-based Packaging\, Pulp\, and Paper\nThese sessions are designed to allow corporations to engage an audience of MBEs to increase opportunities for contractual relationships. \nDuring next week’s session\, you will have the opportunity to learn about the current sourcing opportunities offered by International Paper\, an NMSDC corporate member\, looking for MBEs like yourself.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/nmsdc-contracting-opportunities-with-international-paper/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T212202Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - Food and Beverage 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-food-and-beverage-services/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T180000
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SUMMARY:Turner School of Construction Management 2023 Semester
DESCRIPTION:Turner School of Construction Management is a FREE educational program designed by Turner Construction Company to assist diverse\, women-owned\, Veteran/disabled\, LGBTQ\, and small business contractors with the best principles and practices in the construction industry. \nCourses include core construction curriculum taught by Turner instructors and community partners. \nEnrollment is open for our 2023 St. Petersburg Semester in partnership with Bayfront Health & FSMSDC. Classes will be held Tuesday & Thursday from 4-6 PM starting on 9/26 and graduating 10/19; the program will be held at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg (701 6th St S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL 33701). \nProgram content includes the following core courses: \nProject Safety\nSurety & Bonding\nProject Estimating\nScheduling\nProject Planning & Scheduling\nConstruction Finance & Cost\nContract Risk Management\nProject Management\, and Business Development \nFall 2023 – St. Petersburg\, FL\n• Location: Bayfront Health St. Petersburg 701 6th St. S\, St. Petersburg\, FL 33701\n• 4 Weeks: Tuesday & Thursday from September 26th – October 19th \nFor more information\, visit www.TSCMFlorida.com
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/turner-school-of-construction-management-2023-semester/
LOCATION:Bayfront Health St. Petersburg\, 701 6th St S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20230731T141552Z
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SUMMARY:MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting - October
DESCRIPTION:MBEs: We Need Your Input\n\nJoin the MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting on October 5\, 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-4/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231003T013743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T013743Z
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SUMMARY:SBA Disaster Recovery & Resilience Procurement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Administration\, Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience invites you to our Disaster Recovery & Resilience Procurement Workshop\, to be held at the Lee County Government Building. \n  \nThe event will take place on Friday\, October 6\, 2023\, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. \n\nLOCATION: 2201 Second St\, 1st Floor\, Fort Myers\, FL 33901
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/sba-disaster-recovery-resilience-procurement-workshop/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T212134Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - Procurement
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-procurement/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20230809T223655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225231Z
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SUMMARY:17th Annual “How to do Business with GOAA”
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Small Business Development Department invites you to join us for the 17th Annual “How To Do Business with GOAA”  Small Business Networking Event October 12\, 2023. \nThis year’s theme – Going Over And Above for small business. \nGreater Orlando Aviation Authority’s (GOAA) Small Business Development department is excited to host the 17th annual “How to do Business with GOAA” networking event. This is the premier airport small business networking event where attendees have the opportunity to meet Airport decision makers\, as well as prime contractors\, consultants\, vendors\, rental car agencies\, retail and food & beverage concessionaires working at the Airport. Join us in sharing ideas and strategies on how small businesses can Connect\, Communicate and Grow! \nClick to Register \nGeneral Admission ​Cost: FreeRegistration Deadline: October 1st\, 2023 \n​​Event Location \nHyatt Regency Orlando \n9801 International Drive\, Orlando\, Florida 32819
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/17th-annual-how-to-do-business-with-goaa/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Orlando\, 9801 International Drive\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231011T045047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T045047Z
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SUMMARY:M-DCPS & Hialeah Chamber of Commerce Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Miami-Dade County Public Schools Office of Economic Opportunity & Hialeah Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month\nHear from a panel of Certified Vendors as they give tips on how to be successful doing business with M-DCPS
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/m-dcps-hialeah-chamber-of-commerce-celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231003T013256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T013256Z
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SUMMARY:Broward County Office of Economic & Small Business Development FY24 Capital Projects & Contracting Opportunities Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is the event for anyone interested in working with Broward County government. The Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) – Community Relations and Outreach (CRO) section – hosts this annual event in collaboration with various Broward County government agencies. You’re invited to participate in this event designed to share details on upcoming projects and to encourage connections between the business community and County agencies. \nINVITED agencies include: \n\nAviation Department \nParks and Recreation \nPort Everglades \nPublic Works \nPurchasing Division \nTransportation\nMAP Broward\nand more\n\nPre-registration is strongly recommended. Event is subject to change. \nNOTE: Start time for this year’s workshop is earlier than previous years.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/broward-county-office-of-economic-small-business-development-fy24-capital-projects-contracting-opportunities-workshop/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231003T013528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T013528Z
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SUMMARY:Broward County Office of Economic & Small Business Development MAP Broward - Introduction to MAP Broward Project Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:MAP (Mobility Advancement Program) Broward is funding $16 Billion to improve transportation in Broward County. Join this virtual session to learn about MAP Broward contracting opportunities. \nGain beneficial insights about the following: \n\nWhat is MAP (Mobility Advancement Program) Broward?\nWhat products/services are needed on MAP Broward projects?\nWhere are MAP Broward bids located?\nWhat opportunities are available for small businesses?
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/broward-county-office-of-economic-small-business-development-map-broward-introduction-to-map-broward-project-opportunities/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231021
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231003T014530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T014530Z
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SUMMARY:City of Miami Pathways to Public Procurement Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Miami’s Procurement Department\, and their partners on Thursday\, October 19th and Friday\, October 20th\, 2023 at the Pathways to Public Procurement Summit in Jungle Island\, Miami FL. \nLearn how to actively succeed in government contracting through interactive workshops\, Business to Government (“B2G”) and Business to Business (“B2B”) Matchmaking\, and an EXPO made up of industry professionals\, local resource partners\, and state/local/federal government officials. \nReceive pre-scheduled matchmaking meetings (“speed dating for government contracting”) with industry experts and local/state/federal agencies\, this event is not one to miss for any small\, local\, or minority business looking to expand in the local corporate and government sector. \nThe event will provide impactful training\, education\, and resources to small\, local\, and minority businesses interested in expanding their business with local large corporations (s.a. Amazon World Services and many others) and government contracting. This event will be geared towards connecting high-impact small\, local\, and minority businesses with public and private sector entities to deliver exceptional performance\, surpass small business goals\, learn about contracting opportunities\, and bolster the South Florida economy. \nWhat to expect:  \n\nSessions: Learn and engage with industry experts about getting started in government contracting and subcontracting corporate growth\, who is there to help you on the journey and how to do business with various local/state/federal agencies and large corporations.\n\n\nMatchmaking: One-on-one pre-scheduled B2B and B2G meetings with Procurement professionals and government contracting resources. These meetings will last 10 minutes each and will be specifically tailored to meet the needs of potential contract opportunities and businesses alike.\n\n\nExpo: Engage with a variety of partners that will help propel you towards a successful government contracting expansion for your company. Both the Agency and Partner Expo sessions will last for the duration of the two-day event. Come by and meet your next partners!\n\nPlease note that the capacity at the venue is limited. You must be registered to participate in this event. If maximum capacity is not reached\, registration will close on Friday\, October 13.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/city-of-miami-pathways-to-public-procurement-summit-2023/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026
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SUMMARY:NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Over 50 Years of Service\n\n\n\nFor the past 50 years\, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has advocated for\, certified\, and facilitated the inclusion and development of thousands of minority business enterprises (MBEs). Today\, our certified MBEs account for $400 billion in U.S. economic output annually. \nLast year as we gathered in New Orleans\, we recognized that it was time to disrupt our own status quo. We seized the moment and the network’s pure potential to reimagine the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange. \nHailed as the largest minority business conference in the world\, the NMSDC’s Annual Conference & Exchange includes four days of education and networking with over 5\,000 corporate CEOs\, procurement executives\, supplier diversity professionals\, and leading minority business owners from across the nation. \nAnd as we move forward in a collaborative\, inclusive way\, befitting our mission and ethos\, we will continue to turn to our MBEs and corporate members and their unique insights\, goals\, and POV to help guide content selection\, drive discussion across expertise\, and organizational boundaries\, and chart the course for our next 50 years. \n\nLearn More >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/nmsdc-annual-conference-exchange-2023/
LOCATION:Baltimore Convention Center\, One West Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with UF! - UF Bookstore
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-bookstore/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T151707Z
UID:22921-1698397200-1698404400@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. \nhttps://mcusercontent.com/82b9e3424f427f83c54ebc6e6/files/4ac981bb-ea75-7fab-e82a-0bdb25c1123f/Doing_Business_with_OCPS_Webinar_10_27_23.pdf?mc_cid=82ffda8203&mc_eid=00d4b0d94a \n  \nIf you have any questions please contact OBO Staff: \nRosadov1@ocps.net \n407-317-3739 \nwww.obo.ocps.net
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/orange-county-public-schools-how-to-do-business-with-ocps-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20230731T141638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T141703Z
UID:22224-1698912000-1698915600@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting - November
DESCRIPTION:MBEs: We Need Your Input\n\nJoin the MBE Input Committee Virtual Meeting on November 2\, 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-5/
LOCATION:FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231011T043402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T043402Z
UID:22766-1698915600-1698926400@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Supplier Matchmaker Event - Steris
DESCRIPTION:STERIS\, in collaboration with FSMSDC is excited to advise you of upcoming opportunities for diverse businesses that operate in the Ft. Lauderdale area. There will be conducting a Supplier Matchmaker event at Hollywood Beach\, Florida on November 2\, 2023. This event is by invitation and by appointment only. We plan to have decision makers from the following departments present to conduct meetings with selected suppliers: \nDirect Sourcing \nIndirect Sourcing \nFacilities \nHR \nSTERIS endeavors to support Diverse businesses through the goods and services we purchase. We firmly believe that our vendors should reflect the multicultural marketplace we serve. We are seeking vendors in the following categories of goods/services: \n\nCleaning/Janitorial Lighting and Safety and Security\nCustom Corrugated Packaging Metal brushes (wire and formed)\nDisposable Lab coats\, boots\, shoe covers\, etc. Molded Components\nFacilities inventory MRO including abrasives\, adhesives\, insulation\nFacilities Management Office Supplies\nFacilities supplies PPE\, including\, gloves\, glasses and goggles\, gowns\, head covers\, masks\,\nFacility related software systems Printed Circuit Boards and Assembly\nFire Protection Roofing\nFlooring Safety Products\nGeneral Construction Sustainability-Recycling\, environmental\nHR Services Windows and doors\nHVAC/Mechanical-Pumps and Heaters Staffing\nMedical Supplies-tray covers\,\nTrades- plumbing\, painting\, electricians\n\nALL MATCHMAKERS WILL BE PRESCHEDULED! \nIf you would like to participate in “Meet Me at STERIS”\, we ask you please complete this registration form STERIS Florida Supplier Diversity Event Registration by October 13\, 2023 \nEvent Details: \n– November 2\, 2023\, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM \n– Each Invited supplier will receive two or more 15-minute appointments with different members of our team. There will be no programming during this event. Only appointments with members of the sourcing teams. \no Appointment times will be emailed to suppliers the week of October 23\, 2023 \nPlease note meetings are scheduled based on a direct match between the supplier capabilities and the buyer’s needs; consequently\, registered vendors are not guaranteed an appointment. Also note that a meeting does not guarantee an award of business. \nLocation address and event day instructions will be sent with appointment times. \nAll pertinent information regarding location address will be sent to each supplier with appointment times.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/supplier-matchmaker-event-steris/
LOCATION:FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231010T163834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T171415Z
UID:22754-1698919200-1698926400@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Construction Inclusion PowerNet
DESCRIPTION:Learn about business opportunities and meet buyers\, key decision-makers\, prime suppliers and other business owners! \n\nLearn about procurement opportunities\nMeet with buyers and other key decision makers\nLearn about upcoming bid opportunities\nNetwork with prime suppliers and other business owners\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/construction-inclusion-powernet/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council":MAILTO:communications@fsmsdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T145402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T145402Z
UID:22906-1700035200-1700064000@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for our in-person\, Inaugural Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) event at USDOT Headquarters on Wednesday\, November 15\, 2023. In honor of Veteran’s Day\, we celebrate and recognize our veterans and their service to this great nation with a day-long event focused on small business opportunities\, access to capital and networking. This event is open to all small businesses.  \nThe inaugural event will kick-off with remarks from Departmental Leadership. The first half of the day will also include panel sessions with subject matter experts on how to do business with USDOT\, best practices for federal contracting\, and how to increase SDVOSB utilization. Additionally\, to commemorate Garrett Morgan’s contributions in the transportation space and innovation\, OSDBU will recognize the family of Garrett Morgan for the 100th anniversary of his invention of the 3-way traffic signal. The remaining half of the event will be dedicated to One-on-One Business Matchmaking via our Connections MarketPlace (CMP) and an interactive Business Expo. \nDate & Time: Wednesday\, November 15\, 2023 at 8:00am – 4:00pm EDT \nEvent Type: In-person \nLocation: USDOT Headquarters\, 1200 New Jersey Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC 20590 \nClick below to register: \nSmall Business Summit: Highlighting Veterans and Transportation Innovation  \nIf you are a stakeholder and interested in participating in the Business EXPO please email natalie.rosa@dot.gov for more information.\nFor any questions\, please contact our office at 202-366-1930 or email us at dot-osdbu@dot.gov. Visit our website to find more about OSDBU\, upcoming events\, and available technical assistance.
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/small-business-summit/
LOCATION:US DOT Headquarters – 1200 New Jersey Avenue\, SE\, Wasingon\, DC 20590\, US DOT Headquarters\, Washington\, DC\, 20590\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="USDOT":MAILTO:osdbu@dot.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20230927T181736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T153742Z
UID:22627-1700038800-1700053200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Opportunity  Procurement Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Business Opportunity Procurement Summit is a powerful networking opportunity for corporate members and top minority businesses with capacity. \nLocation: National Entrepreneurship Center (NEC)\n3207 East Colonial Drive Suite #A20\, Orlando\, FL 32803 \n  \nLearn More  |  Register Now
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/business-opportunity-procurement-summit/
LOCATION:National Entrepreneurship Center\, 3201 East Colonial Drive Suite #A20\, Orlando\, Florida\, 32803
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council":MAILTO:communications@fsmsdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T151958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T151958Z
UID:22923-1700051400-1700062200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Tampa General Hospital Project Opportunity Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:Tampa General Hospital Surgical\, Neuroscience\, and Transplant Pavilion \nYou’re invited to an information session about the construction of the Tampa General Hospital Surgical\, Neuroscience\, and Transplant Pavilion project. This session will include an overview of the project scope\, schedule\, current bid packages\, procurement process\, and the economic inclusion requirements and opportunities. \n  \nBid Package Opportunities \n› 01.A – Site Services – General \n› 01.B – Tower Cranes (includes security and enclosure(s)) \n› 01.C – Buck-hoists (includes loading dock(s)) \n› 03.A – Concrete super-structure \n› 08.C – Doors\, frames and hardware \n› 09.B – Interior Framing and Drywall \n› 14.A – Elevators \n› 14.B – Dumbwaiters \n› 14.C – Pneumatic Tube \n› 21.A – Fire Protection \n› 31.A – Selective/Mass Demolition \n› 31.B – Sitework and Site Utilities \n› 31.C – Deep Foundations and Soil Stabilization \n  \nGilbane is committed to partnering with qualified local\, minority-\, women- and veteran-owned subcontractors and vendors \n  \nFlyer > \nLearn More >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/tampa-general-hospital-project-opportunity-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Davis Islands Garden Club\, 81 Columbia Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T150553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T154525Z
UID:22912-1700136000-1700139600@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Government Contract 101 - Learn How to Do Business With the Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:YOU WILL LEARN: \n\nHow to grow your company exponentially through federal government contracting\nHow the government buys different products/services\nFederal-agency requirements for small-business spending\nTrade secrets on doing business with the federal government\n\n  \nRegister Now >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/government-contract-101-learn-how-to-do-business-with-the-federal-government/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T145610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T154338Z
UID:22910-1701252000-1701257400@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Supplier Diversity Roundtable (SDR) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For Corporate Members Only \n  \nMy Journey to Advocate of the Year and Duke Energy’s Journey to the Billion Dollar Roundtable \n\nLearn the effective strategies employed by Tonja Graham to achieve the prestigious title of Advocate of the Year in Florida.\nDiscover the strategic initiatives implemented by Duke Energy that positioned them to win the Corporation of the Year Award.\nAt this meeting\, you will learn best practices and get valuable insights that contributed to their success.\n\n  \nGuest Speaker: \nTonja Graham \nSupplier Engagement & Diversity Manager \nDuke Energy \n 
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/supplier-diversity-roundtable-sdr-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T150712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T004026Z
UID:22915-1701345600-1701349200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:SBA 7(j) - The A-B-Cs of Joint Ventures - Cultivating Connections: The Art of Building Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances
DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of joint ventures in securing lucrative government contracts. Gain invaluable insights and expert tips on launching a successful joint venture or strategic alliance. Explore the extensive advantages of joint ventures\, with a key emphasis on securing government contracts. \n  \nYOU WILL LEARN:  \n\nCrucial considerations when entering a joint venture\nThe intricacies of its formation\nThe processes involved in its dissolution\n\n  \nRegister Now >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/cultivating-connections-the-art-of-building-joint-ventures-and-strategic-alliances/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T152645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T004103Z
UID:22929-1701417600-1701432000@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Solid Waste Authority (SWA) of PBC - Business Opportunity Forecast Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Solid Waste Authority (SWA) of Palm Beach County would like to invite you to our Projects 2024 Business Opportunity Forecast Conference. \nStart Your Day – with a delicious breakfast with SWA’s Executive Director Dan Pellowitz. This Business Conference is December 1st and will be power packed with information about upcoming SWA Projects and Major Purchasing Opportunities with SWA for 2024. Learn the essentials of developing your business plan and gain a clear vision of your desired destination. SWA Directors and Presenters are very knowledgeable and can help you win procurement contracts. \nHave Q&A with SWA’s Purchasers\, Directors\, Project Managers and Key Staff. \nThe Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel – 1601 Belvedere Road\, WPB\, FL 33406. \nPrepare yourself for success and make Projects 2024 a PRIORITY! See you December 1st from 8:00am to 12:00pm! \nRSVP Today: SWA.gob2g.com \nGot Questions? Call (561) 640-4000\, ext. 4532 \n  \nCONTACT PERSON \nHattie Asberry \nSolid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County \nhasberry@swa.org \n  \nLearn More > \n  \n 
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/business-opportunity-forecast-conference/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Hotel\, 1601 Belvedere Road\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33406\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T152251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T004141Z
UID:22926-1701435600-1701439200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Consortium Fund - Understanding the Financial Condition of Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The Business Consortium Fund presents their 2023 year-end webinar\, “Understanding the Financial Condition of Your Business\,” on Friday\, December 1\, 1:00-2:00 pm EST (10:00-11:00 am PST). \n\nDo you have questions about your business’ financial health?\nEver wonder about financial ratios and how they impact your ability to secure funding?\n\nJoin Ruben Rodriguez\, BCF’s Chief Lending Officer\, and his colleagues Camellia Loojune — Director of Small Business Lending and Joubert Richards — Small Business Loan Underwriter \n  \nLearn More >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/understanding-the-financial-condition-of-your-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015410
CREATED:20231115T151038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T152106Z
UID:22917-1701777600-1701781200@fsmsdc.org
SUMMARY:SBA 7(j) - Crafting a Winning Capabilities Statement for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:YOU WILL LEARN: \n\nHow to make an impactful capabilities statement\, including effective messaging\, concise presentation of capabilities\, and strategies for highlighting past performance.\nThe necessary skills and insights to develop a standout capabilities statement\, enhancing your potential to secure lucrative government contracts.\n\n  \nRegister Now >
URL:https://fsmsdc.org/event/crafting-a-winning-capabilities-statement-for-government-contracting/
LOCATION:FL
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