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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 War. 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-101-2/2026-07-16/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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SUMMARY:Morning Huddle: Ask the Procurement Experts
DESCRIPTION:In Person  – No fee to attend\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed\, no-pressure session where local businesses get face time with our local APEX Accelerator procurement specialists. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to government contracting or have questions about your next steps\, this is your chance to ask the experts — no slides\, no speeches\, just real talk. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect:Informal networking with procurement professionalsA chance to ask the questions that matter to youInsider tips on navigating contracting opportunitiesAnd even better connections! \n\n\n\nWho should come?Small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, or anyone curious about how to work with government agencies or large buyers. \n\n\n\nBring your curiosity\, questions\, and business cards! \n\n\n\nThis casual event is open from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Join us when you can\, stay as long as you’d like! \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 War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/morning-huddle-ask-the-procurement-experts/2026-07-09/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T090000
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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 War. 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-2/2026-06-18/
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:20260611T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T113000
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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 War. 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-101-2/2026-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T083000
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting\, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and your coffee! \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/coffee-and-contracting/2026-06-04/
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:20260521T090000
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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 War. 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-2/2026-05-21/
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:20260520T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260520T110000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Expert: State of Michigan Procurement 
DESCRIPTION:In Person – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you seeking contracting opportunities with the State of Michigan? \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. These steps include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying buying divisions\, positioning your business to optimize your success when approaching government agencies. \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\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck-in: 9:30 am – 9:50 amPresentation and Q&A: 10:00 am – 11:00 am Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with the presenter 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\nPresenter:Eric PrattGeographically Disadvantaged Business SpecialistCentral Procurement Services\, Michigan Supplier Community\, DTMB \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\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/meet-the-expert-state-of-michigan-procurement/
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:20260507T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T093000
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting\, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and your coffee! \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/coffee-and-contracting/2026-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171534Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171534Z
UID:8575-1776762000-1776765600@www.schoolcraft.edu
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 War. 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-2/2026-04-21/
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:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171509Z
CREATED:20250409T181944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171509Z
UID:8574-1776330000-1776339000@www.schoolcraft.edu
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 War. 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-101-2/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T093000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171603Z
CREATED:20250502T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171603Z
UID:8573-1775723400-1775727000@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Coffee and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting\, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and your coffee! \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/coffee-and-contracting/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171533Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171533Z
UID:8572-1774342800-1774346400@www.schoolcraft.edu
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 War. 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-2/2026-03-24/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/proposal-best-bidding.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260212T133231Z
CREATED:20260212T133228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T133231Z
UID:8576-1773910800-1773918000@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:In-Person – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace? \n\n\n\nState and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying which divisions 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 Accelerator Services\n\n\n\nState of Michigan Buying Divisions\n\n\n\nRegistration on SIGMA VSSBid and Debriefing Processes\n\n\n\nState Purchasing Preferences\n\n\n\nMiSC and MiDEALFinding State and Local Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX AcceleratorFor more information visit Michigan.gov Procurement \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\nRegister Now \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-and-local-government-contracting-101-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-suppliers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181211Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181211Z
UID:8571-1773306000-1773315000@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual  – 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\nDoW 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\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 War. 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-101/2026-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-gov-contracts.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T103000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171257Z
CREATED:20250923T122355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171257Z
UID:8403-1772699400-1772706600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Morning Huddle: Ask the Procurement Experts
DESCRIPTION:In Person  – No fee to attend\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed\, no-pressure session where local businesses get face time with our local APEX Accelerator procurement specialists. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to government contracting or have questions about your next steps\, this is your chance to ask the experts — no slides\, no speeches\, just real talk. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect:Informal networking with procurement professionalsA chance to ask the questions that matter to youInsider tips on navigating contracting opportunitiesAnd even better connections! \n\n\n\nWho should come?Small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, or anyone curious about how to work with government agencies or large buyers. \n\n\n\nBring your curiosity\, questions\, and business cards! \n\n\n\nThis casual event is open from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Join us when you can\, stay as long as you’d like! \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 War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/morning-huddle-ask-the-procurement-experts/2026-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ppl-project-management-information-session-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171532Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171532Z
UID:8352-1771923600-1771927200@www.schoolcraft.edu
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 War. 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-2/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/proposal-best-bidding.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T110000
DTSTAMP:20250519T202934Z
CREATED:20250519T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T202934Z
UID:8356-1771491600-1771498800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace? \n\n\n\nState and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying which divisions 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 Accelerator Services\n\n\n\nState of Michigan Buying Divisions\n\n\n\nRegistration on SIGMA VSSBid and Debriefing Processes\n\n\n\nState Purchasing Preferences\n\n\n\nMiSC and MiDEALFinding State and Local Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\nFor more information visit Michigan.gov Procurement \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\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-and-local-government-contracting-101/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-suppliers.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T163000
DTSTAMP:20251105T192050Z
CREATED:20251105T191613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T192050Z
UID:8207-1771401600-1771432200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading
DESCRIPTION:MEC 100 (in person) for 1 week \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProblems can occur in manufacturing environments due to inability to read mechanical drawing/blueprints. This course provides participants with the necessary skills to be able to read and interpret both company and customer drawings. This course is based upon active learning with rich\, interactive exercises\, applied experiences and business-related case studies. \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/blueprint-reading/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/blue-print-thumb.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181211Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181211Z
UID:8353-1770886800-1770895800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual  – 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\nDoW 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\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 War. 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-101/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-gov-contracts.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T170000
DTSTAMP:20251105T192032Z
CREATED:20251105T191652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T192032Z
UID:8206-1770885000-1770915600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD &
DESCRIPTION:MEC 100 (in person) for 1 week \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course covers the GD&T system per ASME Y14.52009\, including why it reduces costs\, how to interpret the symbols\, and how to apply these tolerances correctly. Participants will learn the basic definitions and rules\, gauging the importance of datums\, the meaning of each tolerance\, and sample ways of gauging geometric tolerances. \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/geometric-dimensioning-and-tolerancing-gd/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gdt-thumb.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T093000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171602Z
CREATED:20250502T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171602Z
UID:8351-1770280200-1770283800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Coffee and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting\, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and your coffee! \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/coffee-and-contracting/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/coffee-contracting-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171531Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171531Z
UID:8227-1769677200-1769680800@www.schoolcraft.edu
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 War. 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-2/2026-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/proposal-best-bidding.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T110000
DTSTAMP:20251223T152808Z
CREATED:20250519T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T152808Z
UID:8231-1768986000-1768993200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace? \n\n\n\nState and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying which divisions 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 Accelerator Services\n\n\n\nState of Michigan Buying Divisions\n\n\n\nRegistration on SIGMA VSSBid and Debriefing Processes\n\n\n\nState Purchasing Preferences\n\n\n\nMiSC and MiDEALFinding State and Local Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\nFor more information visit Michigan.gov Procurement \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\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-and-local-government-contracting-101/2026-01-21/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-suppliers.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T200000
DTSTAMP:20251105T192214Z
CREATED:20251105T191720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T192214Z
UID:8205-1768500000-1768507200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSK) Structured Education
DESCRIPTION:• 6-8 pm and 6-9 pm Biweekly (first week starts lecture 6-8) for 25 weeks• Course is Hybrid; • Online lecture 2 hours biweekly\, • Scanning Labs onsite 3 hours alternating weeks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe MSK certificate is designed for students who are registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers who wish to obtain the structured education necessary to take the ARDMS post-primary certification examination. This course provides all the didactic knowledge required by the ARDMS in an online format\, 2-3 hours weekly for 25 weeks. \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/musculoskeletal-ultrasound-msk-structured-education/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/msk-thumb.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181210Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181210Z
UID:8229-1768467600-1768476600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual  – 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\nDoW 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\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 War. 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-101/2026-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-gov-contracts.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T213000
DTSTAMP:20251105T205701Z
CREATED:20251105T191750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T205701Z
UID:8204-1768332600-1768339800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Computed Tomography (CT) Structured Education
DESCRIPTION:Class is online format\, 2 hours weekly for 16 weeks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe CT certificate is designed for students who are registered Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)\, Radiation Therapists (ARRT)\, or Nuclear Medicine Technologists (ARRT or NMTCB) who wish to obtain the structured education necessary to take the ARRT post-primary certification examination. This course provides all the didactic knowledge required by the ARRT in an online format\, 2 hours weekly for 16 weeks. \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/computed-tomography-ct-structured-education/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ct-thumb.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20251105T191848Z
CREATED:20251105T191846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T191848Z
UID:8201-1768327200-1768334400@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Structured Education
DESCRIPTION:Class is online format\, 2 hours weekly for 16 weeks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe MRI certificate is designed for students who are registered Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)\, Radiation Therapists (ARRT)\, and Nuclear Medicine Technologists (ARRT or NMTCB) who wish to obtain the structured education necessary to take the ARRT post-primary certification examination. This course provides all the didactic knowledge required by the ARRT in an online format\, 2 hours weekly for 16 weeks. \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/magnetic-resonance-imaging-mri-structured-education/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/mri-thumb.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T093000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171602Z
CREATED:20250502T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171602Z
UID:8226-1767861000-1767864600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Coffee and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting\, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and your coffee! \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/coffee-and-contracting/2026-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/coffee-contracting-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T110000
DTSTAMP:20251223T152807Z
CREATED:20250519T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T152807Z
UID:8108-1765875600-1765882800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Virtual – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace? \n\n\n\nState and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor include understanding contractor readiness\, identifying which divisions 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 Accelerator Services\n\n\n\nState of Michigan Buying Divisions\n\n\n\nRegistration on SIGMA VSSBid and Debriefing Processes\n\n\n\nState Purchasing Preferences\n\n\n\nMiSC and MiDEALFinding State and Local Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\nFor more information visit Michigan.gov Procurement \n\n\n\nSchoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\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-and-local-government-contracting-101/2025-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-suppliers.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T123000
DTSTAMP:20240620T142053Z
CREATED:20240620T142053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T142053Z
UID:7588-1765449000-1765456200@www.schoolcraft.edu
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-4-2025-02-06/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/marketing-magic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR