Veterans In Business National Virtual Conference During these challenging times, the VIB Network recognizes that business opportunities still need to happen, but in a NEW way. That's why we've decided to host the Veterans In Business (VIB) Conference VIRTUALLY. Even though we can’t meet in person, it’s important to continue to connect! This virtual experience will allow more Veteran Businesses, Corporations, and Government Agencie...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been moved to online-only due to COVID-19 concerns. New Dates: 8/12-8/14/2020 The Convention, Sports, and Entertainment Facilities Conference offers tools and best practices to owners and developers evaluating their project delivery needs. This 2020 agenda explores innovative approaches to expansions, renovations and new developments with a specific emphasis on procurement, financin...

This is an entry level introductory course for small and mid-size businesses new to federal contracting taught by subject matter expert Jennifer Schaus owner of Schaus & Associates. Schaus & Associates provides professional services direct to federal government contractors. Competing for direct contracts without past performance can be challenging. Working with established firms in a sub-contractor role will help companies get a foot i...

Auditing the Procurement Function is an important assignment for auditors and compliance departments. The seminar presents: The definition, scope, and importance of purchase to pay process, The core challenges of procurement process, The important risk areas of fraud, ethics, and external factors, Common risks, procedures, and internal controls at different stages of the purchase to pay process. Procurement tactical and strategy planning. This...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been moved to online-only due to COVID-19 concerns. Topic: Government Contracting This hands-on workshop will provide assistance to companies who already meet the basic requirements of the GSA Schedule. The Administrative, Technical and Pricing Sections will be discussed and direction will be provided on how to complete these Sections and the additional complex GSA forms. A best pra...

Technology is changing procurement—in nearly all aspects. Whether it's data visualization and spending transparency, or marketplaces that make it easier to shop and compare offerings, or blockchain and its ability to streamline processes, procurement technology is reshaping and transforming the way governments purchase and suppliers interact with government. The benefits stretch to government programs, procurement and acquisition profes...