Monthly Archives: December 2011

Local Small Business Contracting Opportunity

Montgomery County Government through the
Office of Procurement has issued an LSBRP solicitation for
Consulting Services Relating to Contract Compliance and Procurement Assistance.

The closing date for this solitiation is January 23, 2012
Click here for more information.

SBDC Network

Small Business Executive Training offers
Innovative Ideas, Unbiased Advice &
Proven Results

Transform Your Business, Accelerate Your Growth!

The Maryland SBDC announces the second cohort of their
Executive Training Program ~ CEO Accelerator

Space is limited ~ Registration deadline: January 27th, 2012

Click here for more information.

eBusiness Now Event Coming to Washington

Save the Date ~ FREE Seminar!

Technology Support for Small Businesses
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
DC Convention Center

This event will feature workshops designed to help you use technology to boost your business through practical, east to implement steps. There will be panel discussions with industry experts delving into ways to use technology tools to solve real business problems, like improving cash flow and increasing sales. The free luncheon will include keynote addresses by industry leaders and government regulators.

Registration information coming soon!
Please check back after the Holidays.

SLMBE Program Outreach Coordinator

The Small, Local & Minority Business Enterprise Office has an employment opportunity for an Outreach Coordinator.

All interested parties may contact: Towanda R. Livingston, 301.206.8670 or via email at: tlivings@wsscwater.com

Please click here for more information

White House Office of Public Engagement Presents…

“Open for Questions – Women’s Entrepreneurship”
Tuesday, December 20th ~ 3:00 p.m. EST

You are invited to attend a webinar on issues for women business owners. The webinar will feature SBA Associate Administrator
Ana Harvey.

Women-owned businesses are one of the fastest growing segments of the small business community, but women continue to face challenges, including access to capital and lack of opportunities to grow.

 Ask questions and learn more about the federal government’s policies and programs that are designed to help women entrepreneurs at the upcoming “Open for Questions,” session with Christine Koronides of the National Economic Council, and the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Associate Administrator for Small Business,
Ana Harvey
.

  • What: Open for Questions: Women’s Entrepreneurship
  • Who: Christine Koronides, White House National Economic Council, and SBA’s Associate Administrator for Women’s Business Ownership, Ana Harvey
  • When: Tuesday, December 20, at 3 p.m. EST

Where: Watch live at WhiteHouse.gov/live and submit your questions via Facebook, Twitter using the hashtag #WHChat or by webform.

Lessons from the Top 2011 GovCon Award Winners

It takes leadership, guts and know how
to navigate today’s tough market.
The annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards program recognizes the success stories of companies and executives who have found ways to succeed.

Click here to register for this FREE Webcast that features insights from the executives leading these companies. They will tell the story behind their awards and explain the strategies they used to face the challenges
in today’s market.

Join Washington Technology’s Editor-in-Chief, Nick Wakeman for this one hour discussion focused on 2011 GovCon Award .

Webcast: Lessons from the Top 2011 GovCon Award Winners
Date: December 14, 2011 / 2pm ET and 11am PT
Location: Your Computer
Cost: Complimentary

Speakers:

  • Mac Curtis, CEO of Vangent, winner of large contractor of the year
  • Phillip Panzarella, CEO, CPS Professional Services, winner of small business contractor of the year
  • Jay Nussbaum, CEO, and Tim Hoechst, CTO, Agilex, winner of midsize contractor of the year and CTO of the year

Join us and learn first-hand from this distinguished panel of experts on:

  • Keys to creating growth
  • How to prioritize the challenges you face
  • How to lead in tough times
  • What is critical for success today

Reserve your space today!

Federal Communications Commission Offering Low-Cost Broadband & Computers for Students & Families

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will launch
Connect to Compete”
an initiative to bring low-cost broadband and computers
to millions of low-income Americans, in the spring of 2012.
 Under this initiative, families eligible for the
National School Lunch Program can receive discounted monthly
broadband internet, a computer, and free digital literacy training.
 To obtain additional information, visit:
http://www.fcc.gov/blog/low-cost-broadband-and-computers-students-and-families

Local Small Business Contracting Opportunity

Montgomery County Government through the Office of Procurement has issued an LSBRP solicitation for a
Mercury Vapor Analyzer.
 The closing date for this solicitation is
 December 16, 2011, at 3:00 PM.

To upgrade an existing meter and enhance the capabilities of
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue to respond to and evaluate incidents involving Mercury.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (MCFRS will order Two (2) Units)
Item 1: J405-0007, J405 HG analyzer, with communications package, 2 each Item 2: Y990-0234, Mercury spill kit, 2 each
Item 3: Y405-0901, Accessory kit with communications, 2 each
Item 4: 990-0217, Shipping case for J405, 2 each
Item 5: Y431 0902, HG functional test kit, 2 each
Item 6: 990-0193, Ammonia filter for J405, 2 each
Item 7: 200-0170, Car accessory cable assembly, 2 each
Item 8: 700-0099, Manual j405, 2 each

Please contact Maurice Witt (240-876-2014) with questions or to receive a copy of the bidding document(s).

U.S. Chamber of Commerce ~ Hiring Our Hereos

2012 Military Spouse Career Forum and Hiring Fair
January 13, 2012
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place NW ~ Washington, DC

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, NBC4, NBC News, the Corporation for National and Community Services, Joining Forces, the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), and HandsOn Greater DC Cares are partnering to host the nation’s largest career forum and hiring fair dedicated exclusively to military spouses.

Registration is FREE !
For more information on this event and to register, please click here. 

Latina Corporate Executive of the Year Award for 2011

LATINA Style
presents
The 3rd Annual Latina Corporate Executive
of the Year Award for 2011!

LATINA Style is pleased to invite your corporation to nominate their highest ranking Latinas for the much coveted
“LATINA Executive of the Year”
This award is designed to highlight individual Latina achievements and the company that provided the senior leadership opportunity.

For more information, please click here.