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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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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: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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T103000
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CREATED:20250627T174631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T170157Z
UID:7566-1759919400-1759926600@www.schoolcraft.edu
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171508Z
CREATED:20250409T181944Z
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UID:7706-1759914000-1759923000@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-101-2/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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UID:7711-1759395600-1759404600@www.schoolcraft.edu
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T123000
DTSTAMP:20250630T175534Z
CREATED:20240620T140723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T175534Z
UID:7582-1758191400-1758198600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Writing a Business Plan – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to launch or grow your business? \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for entrepreneurs who are looking to write a business plan for the first time\, or already have a plan they would like to update. Topics include: market analysis and sales planning\, management and operations\, and identifying financial goals and projections. Discover what it takes to create your roadmap for success! \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/writing-a-business-plan-in-person-9/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T123000
DTSTAMP:20240620T141303Z
CREATED:20240620T141303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T141303Z
UID:7595-1757586600-1757593800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Starting a Business – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an accelerated walkthrough of our “Starting A Business” course. This introductory workshop covers the process of evaluating market potential for your products or services\, startup costs and financing options\, plus initial steps for writing a business plan. \n\n\n\nDesigned for individuals who are considering self-employment or who may be at the beginning stages of starting a business. It will help aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. Start-up costs\, financing options and business planning are introduced\, along with necessary steps to getting started. We will also address some of the challenges and opportunities of starting a business. \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/starting-a-business-in-person-8-2024-11-12/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T123000
DTSTAMP:20250722T172942Z
CREATED:20250722T172831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T172942Z
UID:7673-1757586600-1757593800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Starting a Business – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an accelerated walkthrough of our “Starting A Business” course. This introductory workshop covers the process of evaluating market potential for your products or services\, startup costs and financing options\, plus initial steps for writing a business plan. \n\n\n\nDesigned for individuals who are considering self-employment or who may be at the beginning stages of starting a business. It will help aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. Start-up costs\, financing options and business planning are introduced\, along with necessary steps to getting started. We will also address some of the challenges and opportunities of starting a business. \n\n\n\nRegister with the MI-SBDC (Michigan Small Business Development Center) \n\n\n\nFree of Charge but Pre-Registration is RequiredBusiness Development CenterJC 123734-462-4438 \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
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/starting-a-business-in-person/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/starting-a-business.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171508Z
CREATED:20250409T181944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171508Z
UID:7616-1757494800-1757503800@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-101-2/2025-09-10/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T093000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171601Z
CREATED:20250502T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171601Z
UID:7614-1756974600-1756978200@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/2025-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171529Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171529Z
UID:7498-1755594000-1755597600@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-2/2025-08-19/
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:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T110000
DTSTAMP:20251223T152806Z
CREATED:20250519T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T152806Z
UID:7608-1755162000-1755169200@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-101/2025-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250805T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250805T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181210Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181210Z
UID:7497-1754384400-1754393400@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-101/2025-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250724T100000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171545Z
CREATED:20250502T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171545Z
UID:5922-1753347600-1753351200@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-2/2025-07-24/
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:20250717T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20251223T152804Z
CREATED:20250519T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T152804Z
UID:7432-1752742800-1752750000@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-101/2025-07-17/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-suppliers.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T093000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171600Z
CREATED:20250502T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171600Z
UID:6547-1752136200-1752139800@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/2025-07-10/
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:20250701T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250701T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181209Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181209Z
UID:7343-1751360400-1751369400@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-101/2025-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/feature-gov-contracts.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260707T171507Z
CREATED:20250409T181944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T171507Z
UID:6979-1748941200-1748948400@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-101-2/2025-06-03/
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:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20250519T202958Z
CREATED:20241213T171241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T202958Z
UID:6858-1747904400-1747911600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:In Person – 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-101-7/2025-05-22/
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=America/Detroit:20250520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T100000
DTSTAMP:20250225T202745Z
CREATED:20230105T142011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T202745Z
UID:6859-1747731600-1747735200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Proposal Writing and 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\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\nThe 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/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image001.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181208Z
CREATED:20250409T181650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T181208Z
UID:6977-1747299600-1747306800@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-101/2025-05-15/
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:20250501T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250501T093000
DTSTAMP:20241112T174804Z
CREATED:20241112T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T174804Z
UID:6855-1746088200-1746091800@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\nThe 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/coffee-and-contracting-6/2025-05-01/
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=America/Detroit:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250430T100000
DTSTAMP:20250225T202745Z
CREATED:20230105T142011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T202745Z
UID:6814-1746003600-1746007200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Proposal Writing and 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\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\nThe 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/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image001.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T110000
DTSTAMP:20250519T202957Z
CREATED:20241213T171241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T202957Z
UID:6813-1745312400-1745319600@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:State and Local Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:In Person – 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-101-7/2025-04-22/
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:20250417T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T123000
DTSTAMP:20250630T175534Z
CREATED:20240620T140723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T175534Z
UID:6559-1744885800-1744893000@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Writing a Business Plan – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to launch or grow your business? \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for entrepreneurs who are looking to write a business plan for the first time\, or already have a plan they would like to update. Topics include: market analysis and sales planning\, management and operations\, and identifying financial goals and projections. Discover what it takes to create your roadmap for success! \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/writing-a-business-plan-in-person-9/2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/feature-laptops.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250415T110000
DTSTAMP:20250409T181456Z
CREATED:20250117T143349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T181456Z
UID:6812-1744707600-1744714800@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:In Person  – No fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for Federal Government Contracting 101! \n\n\n\nIn this class you will gain valuable information on: \n\n\n\n\nBecoming government contract ready\n\n\n\nSmall Business Program Certifications\n\n\n\nMarketing to federal agencies\n\n\n\nSystem for Award Management (SAM) Registration & Validation Process\n\n\n\nFinding federal contracting opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\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\nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed.  Advanced notice may be necessary for some accommodations. \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-101-11/2025-04-15/
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:20250414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250414T140000
DTSTAMP:20250307T190957Z
CREATED:20240924T125354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T190957Z
UID:6897-1744624800-1744639200@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:University Visit– Baker College
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from Baker College will be available to meet with Schoolcraft students to answer general questions about transfer options. \n\n\n\nLocation: Forum
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/university-visit-baker-college/2025-04-14/
CATEGORIES:University Visits,Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/baker-college-thumb.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Academic Advising":MAILTO:eadvise@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20250630T175609Z
CREATED:20240620T141303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T175609Z
UID:6562-1743703200-1743710400@www.schoolcraft.edu
SUMMARY:Starting a Business – In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an accelerated walkthrough of our “Starting A Business” course. This introductory workshop covers the process of evaluating market potential for your products or services\, startup costs and financing options\, plus initial steps for writing a business plan. \n\n\n\nDesigned for individuals who are considering self-employment or who may be at the beginning stages of starting a business. It will help aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. Start-up costs\, financing options and business planning are introduced\, along with necessary steps to getting started. We will also address some of the challenges and opportunities of starting a business. \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/starting-a-business-in-person-8-2024-11-12/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/jumpstart-your-business.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce &amp%3B Economic Development":MAILTO:bdc@schoolcraft.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T093000
DTSTAMP:20250217T162632Z
CREATED:20241112T174804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T162632Z
UID:6811-1743669000-1743672600@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\nThe 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/coffee-and-contracting-6/2025-04-03/
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
END:VCALENDAR