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PTAC - Training & Events

The Muskegon Area First PTAC staff believes that ongoing training is critical to keep you informed of the latest procurement practices and opportunities, as well as to provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and meet others with similar interests. With that in mind, please check out our training and event schedules.

PTAC & RESOURCE PARTNERS TRAINING SCHEDULE:

  

Mar 30, 2012      MPPOA Reverse Trade Show - Dearborn, MI 

Meet purchasing representatives from state, county, city, and local government, as well as public universities, community colleges, K-12 schools and more!
 
 

April 19, 2012      Women in Defense Kick-Off Meeting - Grand Rapids, MI

To learn more, please visit their website.
http://www.wid-mi.org/
 

April 19, 2012      2012 OSDBU Procurement Conference - Washington DC

A national conference fostering business partnerships between the Federal Government, its prime contractors, and small, minority, service-disabled veteran-owned, veteran owned, HUBZone, and women-owned businesses.
 

May 11, 2012      2011 Business Forum - Kentwood, MI

The City of Wyoming will be joining the City of Kentwood and the Wyoming-Kentwood Chamber of Commerce in presenting the second annual Business Forum at the Kentwood Library. Plan for a production morning of idea sharing that can improve your business' performance and the opportunity to meet other local manufacturers and Kentwood & Wyoming officials. 
 

May 18, 2012     Veterans Job Fair - Muskegon, MI 

Veterans: If you are interested in starting a career, changing careers or upward mobility, plan on attending this unique Veteran Job Fair and meet with a Veterans Employment Representative.


May 17, 2012      Meet the Buyers - Business Opportunity Forum - Grand Rapids, MI

To learn more, please visit their website.
http://www.gvsu.edu/regionalalliance/
 

May 22, 2012      Federal Contracting 101 - Zeeland, MI

Save the Date: The Muskegon Area First PTAC presents "Federal Contracting 101." Learn the basics of government contracting.  

 

May 31, 2012      Federal Contracting 101 - City of Kentwood

Save the Date: The Muskegon Area First PTAC presents "Federal Contracting 101." Learn the basics of government contracting.  

 

June 11-14, 2012      2012 Veteran Entrepreneur Training Symposium - Reno, NV 

VETS2012 brings government agencies, industry leaders and Veteran entrepreneurs together in a small, intimate forum to discuss issues affecting Veteran-owned companies.

 

June 25, 2012      National Veteran Small Business Conference and Expo - Detroit, MI

The conference focuses on helping Veteran-owned businesses maximize opportunities in the federal marketplace.
 

August 1, 2012      International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Overview - Muskegon, MI

Save the Date:  The Muskegon Area First PTAC will host an ITAR Overview presented by Jean Schtokal with Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC. This introductory session is geared for individuals who have questions about what "ITAR Compliant" or "ITAR Certified" means as well as concerns about who needs to register and the process for registration. More details to come.
 

September 26, 2012      7th Annual Statewide Vetrepreneur Conference - Traverse City, MI

Save the Date: VetBiz Central Presents the 7th Annual Statewide Vetrepreneur Conference. More details to come.
 
 

We believe that our clients know best what training sessions are most needed. So, we want to hear from you as to what areas of training you feel would be most beneficial.

If you have any questions, or would like to suggest future training please email Monica Holmes at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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