May 7, 2013
Doing Business With... U.S. Forest Service
The Small Business Administration is pleased to present a monthly series designed to connect you with the federal buying marketplace!
Each month, the SBA will host a "Doing Business With..." training and matchmaking event for different industries. You'll have the opportunity to pitch your product or service to decision makers - federal procurement officers that purchase in the industry in which you do business!
How can you benefit by attending? Federal agencies will share their inside tips on how to navigate the world of federal procurement. You'll learn what buyers are looking for and how the purchasing process works inside government agencies.
The business matchmaking session is your opportunity to meet in small groups with federal procurement officers to pitch your business capabilities and identify what buyers are a "fit" for your company.
There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required. Please register at www.annarborscore.com/sbaregister.html. You will receive a confirmation via email. Seating is limited, so please register early. Limit of two persons per company.
If you have any questions please contact Shaun McColley, SBA Business Opportunity Specialist, at shaun.mccolley@sba.gov.
May 7, 2013
Tuesday
Noon - 5:00 pm
M-TEC at Bay College
2000 N. 30th St.,
Escanaba, MI
SBA's participation in this cosponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All of SBA's programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Shaun McColley at 313-226-6075, ext. 281.
Sponsored by:
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May 15, 2013
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Understanding the Basics
This seminar is designed to answer the following questions:
- What is the FAR?
- Where do I find the FAR?
- How do I look up & interpret a FAR clause?
- What are some scenarios where the FAR will come into play?
- How do FAR clauses apply to government solicitations?
And much more!

Copper Country Mall
47420 Hwy M-26, Room 100 Houghton, MI
May 15, 2013
Check in: 12:45-1:00pm
Seminar: 1:00-4:00pm
All times are Eastern
To Register Contact: Don Makowski
donmakowski@nwm.cog.mi.us
Phone: (906)789-0558 x244
REGISTER EARLY!
There is no fee to attend this training. However, space is extremely limited
Hosted by:
In participation with:
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May 22, 2013
Tourism and Professional Development Conference
What is this event?
The conference is an opportunity for businesses to:
- Sharpen professional and customer service skills by attending a variety of workshops.
- Showcase products and services at the community showcase and tradeshow.
- Network with potential customers and industry professionals by participating in the golf scramble and Business After Hours.
- Connect to community resources to discover new trends and development opportunities.
- Get useful information from keynote speakers and workshops.
- Understand more about ways to take advantage of the positive economic impact of tourism.
Conference Keynote Speakers
 David Lorenz Public and Industry Relations, Manager,Travel Michigan
Dave will provide a detailed analysis of 2012 results and an in-depth review of "Pure Michigan" plans for 2013.
Consistently rated as one of the best parts of any tourism conference, this is a presentation you won't want to miss.
 "Turning on Possibilities!" Our breakfast Keynote Speaker is a woman who doesn't just talk the talk...she walks the walk. She is an inspiration to those who know her as she constantly exudes positive vibes to everyone she comes in contact with. She founded a fun store with great people in a down economy in 2011
and hasn't looked back...positively affecting the downtown area, local people and fabric of society all from little old Escanaba, Michigan. She believes that you have 1440 choices every single day and her mission in life is to affect the world "Positively!"  The Showcase
$99/Booth Includes 1 conference registration
Uppertunities Showcase, in conjunction with the Uppertunities Conference, provides a venue for you to share information with those that generally make first contact with visitors, to increase their knowledge of tourism events and places of interest that have the potential to positively impact our local economy.
This is an exceptional opportunity for businesses, organizations and community groups to showcase their products, services and attractions. The conference is a region-wide endeavor and will be promoted by our many partners across the Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin. The target audience for the showcase will be the general public, Chamber and Tourism Association members and residents of the Upper Peninsula.
The Booth
The Uppertunities showcase booths are 10' x 3'. A table, skirting and two chairs will be provided to accommodate your table top display.
We encourage community sharing! You may include anyone you want in your space. Booths are $99 and one ticket to the conference is included in the price of a booth.
Click HERE to see coverage of last year's conference.
May 21, 2013
Golf scramble, sponsored by the Bays de Noc and Marquette County CVBs
May 22, 2013
Workshops, best practices roundtable discussion, keynotes, business and community showcase and Business After Hours, at the Island Resort and Casino.
For more information contact (906)786-2192
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