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SUMMARY:State of Michigan Procurement & Local Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:In Person! No fee to attend\, but registration is required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you seeking contracting opportunities with the State of Michigan and local government agencies? \n\n\n\nJoin us for this interactive and in person training to learn the steps to becoming a contractor for the State of Michigan and local government agencies. These steps include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying buying divisions\, positioning your business to optimize your success when approaching government agencies and finding local opportunities. \n\n\n\nThis session provides you with an overview of: \n\n\n\n\nState of Michigan Buying Divisions\n\n\n\nVendor Registration/SIGMA VSS\n\n\n\nBid and Debriefing Processes\n\n\n\nState Purchasing Preferences\n\n\n\nMiSC and MiDEAL\n\n\n\nFinding Local Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck-in: 9:00 am – 9:30 amPresentation and Q&A: 9:30 am – 11:30 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to connect with presenters directly after the formal presentation. Bring business cards and capability statements. \n\n\n\nPrior to the training: Register to become a vendor in SIGMA VSS and/or update your vendor profile at Michigan.gov Procurement. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter:Eric PrattGeographically Disadvantaged Business SpecialistCentral Procurement Services\, Michigan Supplier Community\, DTMB \n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter:Shannon WilsonProcurement CounselorSchoolcraft College APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/state-of-michigan-procurement-local-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:In Person  – No fee to attend\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner looking to navigate the federal marketplace? \n\n\n\nThe government buys almost every good or service imaginable. The steps to becoming a government contractor include understanding contractor responsibility\, identifying which agencies buy what you sell\, positioning your business to optimize your success when approaching government agencies and more. \n\n\n\nThis session provides you with an overview of: \n\n\n\n\nAPEX Accelerators Services\n\n\n\nSystem for Award Management (SAM) Registration & Validation Process\n\n\n\nSmall Business Program Certifications\n\n\n\nDoD Defense Priorities\n\n\n\nMarketing to federal agencies\n\n\n\nFinding federal contracting opportunities  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\nNo fee to attend\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/federal-government-contracting-101-2/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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SUMMARY:AI Made Simple for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform your work or business in this practical\, beginner course. \n\n\n\nThis introductory course demystifies AI and shows its potential to reshape any industry without the intimidation of overly technical jargon. Participants will see how AI can solve common industry challenges and learn fundamental policy and ethical considerations to ensure responsible use. By the end of this course\, attendees will not only be excited about AI’s possibilities but also motivated to apply practical applications as well as steps to integrate AI into their organization. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/ai-made-simple-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T103000
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SUMMARY:AI Made Simple for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform your work or business in this practical\, beginner course. \n\n\n\nThis introductory course demystifies AI and shows its potential to reshape any industry without the intimidation of overly technical jargon. Participants will see how AI can solve common industry challenges and learn fundamental policy and ethical considerations to ensure responsible use. By the end of this course\, attendees will not only be excited about AI’s possibilities but also motivated to apply practical applications as well as steps to integrate AI into their organization. \n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVistatech 405734-462-4438$285
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/ai-made-simple-for-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:Forming Your LLC – In Person
DESCRIPTION:We will discuss business entities and explain the documents needed to form and register a business\, including Articles of Organization and Employer Identification Number (EIN). We will also cover basic bookkeeping procedures and the tax implications of your new business\, as well as good business practices. \n\n\n\nPlease note: we do not provide tax advice or legal advice. \n\n\n\nRegister with the MI-SBDC (Michigan Small Business Development Center) \n\n\n\n\nGo to https://michigansbdc.org/get-started/training-events/view/\n\n\n\nLocate specific class you wish to attend\n\n\n\nFollow Register prompt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree of Charge but Pre-Registration is Required
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/forming-your-llc-in-person-6/2025-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:ARCTool Operations and Programming
DESCRIPTION:October 14\, 2025 (6 weeks)Tuesday/Wednesday 6 pm – 9:30 pm \n\n\n\nA course on ARCTool Operations and Programming will focus on the practical skills needed to operate\, program\, and maintain FANUC ARC Mate 50iD/7L robots for arc welding applications. This course will equip individuals with the knowledge to set up\, teach\, test\, and modify arc welding processes using FANUC’s WeldPRO software within RoboGuide. Participants will also gain an understanding of FANUC ArcTool software and its integration with robotic welding systems. \n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\nWorkforce & Economic DevelopmentMEC\, Room 150734-462-4438$1\,800
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/arctool-operations-and-programming-3/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T212000
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SUMMARY:ARCTool Operations and Programming (6 - 8 Weeks)
DESCRIPTION:September 9\, 2025 (8 weeks) – Tuesday/Thursday 12 pm – 2:30 pm \n\n\n\n-OR- \n\n\n\nOctober 14\, 2025 (6 weeks) – Tuesday/Wednesday 6 pm – 9:20 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA course on ARCTool Operations and Programming will focus on the practical skills needed to operate\, program\, and maintain FANUC ARC Mate 50iD/7L robots for arc welding applications. This course will equip individuals with the knowledge to set up\, teach\, test\, and modify arc welding processes using FANUC’s WeldPRO software within RoboGuide. Participants will also gain an understanding of FANUC ArcTool software and its integration with robotic welding systems. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/arctool-operations-and-programming-2025-10-14/2025-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T103000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Does your marketing strategy target your greatest opportunities for increasing sales and achieving a competitive advantage? \n\n\n\nThere is much more to marketing than having a couple of social media accounts and an email newsletter. In this workshop we will discuss market analysis and research\, competitive analysis and position\, as well as product price\, placement\, promotion and finish up with strategy implementation. \n\n\n\nRegister with the MI-SBDC (Michigan Small Business Development Center) \n\n\n\n\nGo to https://michigansbdc.org/get-started/training-events/view/\n\n\n\nLocate specific class you wish to attend\n\n\n\nFollow Register prompt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree of Charge but Pre-Registration is Required
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/marketing-your-business-in-person-4-2025-02-06/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Electrified Mobility (Web - 6 Weeks)
DESCRIPTION:Class is self-paced and virtual through Blackboard \n\n\n\nOctober 20 – December 5\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn the fundamentals of electric and hybrid vehicles in this self-paced\, 20-hour online course developed in collaboration with the University of Michigan Electric Vehicle Center. Perfect for technicians\, engineers\, and professionals interested in the automotive or mobility sector. \n\n\n\nThis course covers: \n\n\n\n\nElectrical circuits and magnetism\n\n\n\nThermal and mechanical systems\n\n\n\nEV\, hybrid\, and fuel cell components\n\n\n\nCharging systems and safety protocols\n\n\n\nVehicle communication networks and auxiliary loads\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please email workforcetraining@schoolcraft.edu
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/introduction-to-electrified-mobility-web/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T090000
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SUMMARY:Proposal & Bidding Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinning government contracts requires proper planning and preparation. This session is designed to provide you with best practices for reviewing solicitations\, preparing proposals\, and steps to consider when awarded or not awarded a government contract. \n\n\n\nAs a result of this session\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the qualities of a responsible contractor\n\n\n\nLearn how the government makes award determinations\n\n\n\nUnderstand relevant FAR clauses listed in the solicitation\n\n\n\nKnow your rights regarding debriefs and protests\n\n\n\nLearn what it means to be responsive and responsible\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/proposal-writing-bidding-best-practices-2/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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