Georgia Tech offers free government contracting classes this fall!
August 31, 2012 by cs
The Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center is sponsoring a series of free classes in September, October and November to help your business become more successful in the governmnet contracting arena. Best of all, the classes are taught right here in Dougherty County!
Below is a list of what coming up next. To find more details, click on the class title. To register for a class, just click on “Sign Up.”
What is a “Capabilities Statement”? – and Why You Should Have One! |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 9/12/2012 | Register By: | 9/11/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | In order to effectively market yourself in the government sector, you should have a corporate résumé. Government agencies call this a Capabilities Statement. A Capabilities Statement should contain information to tell buyers why you’re an expert a… | ||
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How to Create a Great Elevator Speech |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 9/13/2012 | Register By: | 9/12/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | Ever wondered how to introduce your business to a government buyer? Like everything else, there’s a right way and a wrong way. Government officials are often pressed for time, so you usually have a limited amount of time to “sell yourself.” This w… | ||
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Fundamentals of Working with the Government |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 10/17/2012 | Register By: | 10/16/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | Interested in the government marketplace but not sure where to start? Need to know how to get started? These questions and more will be answered in this lunchtime briefing on government contracting. This briefing is the perfect place for a busy bu… | ||
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Business Development in the Government Market |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 10/18/2012 | Register By: | 10/17/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | If you’ve ever wondered how State agencies, cities, counties, school boards, and authorities buy their goods and services, then this is the class for you. You will learn how to register as a vendor, who to contact, where to find opportunities, wha… | ||
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What is a “Capabilities Statement”? – and Why You Should Have One! |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 11/14/2012 | Register By: | 11/13/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | In order to effectively market yourself in the government sector, you should have a corporate résumé. Government agencies call this a Capabilities Statement. A Capabilities Statement should contain information to tell buyers why you’re an expert a… | ||
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How to Create a Great Elevator Speech |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 11/15/2012 | Register By: | 11/14/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | Ever wondered how to introduce your business to a government buyer? Like everything else, there’s a right way and a wrong way. Government officials are often pressed for time, so you usually have a limited amount of time to “sell yourself.” This w… | ||
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Government contracting classes offered all summer long
July 19, 2012 by cs
It seems like we never take a vacation!
You benefit from our hard work because you can take advantage of free classes throughout the summer.
Below is a list of what coming up next. To find more details, click on the class title. To register for a class, just click on “Sign Up.”
Fundamentals of Working with the Government |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 8/1/2012 | Register By: | 7/31/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | Interested in the government marketplace but not sure where to start? Need to know how to get started? These questions and more will be answered in this lunchtime briefing on government contracting. This briefing is the perfect place for a busy bu… | ||
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Business Development in the Government Market |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 8/2/2012 | Register By: | 8/1/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | If you’ve ever wondered how State agencies, cities, counties, school boards, and authorities buy their goods and services, then this is the class for you. You will learn how to register as a vendor, who to contact, where to find opportunities, wha… | ||
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What is a “Capabilities Statement”? – and Why You Should Have One! |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 9/12/2012 | Register By: | 9/11/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | In order to effectively market yourself in the government sector, you should have a corporate résumé. Government agencies call this a Capabilities Statement. A Capabilities Statement should contain information to tell buyers why you’re an expert a… | ||
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How to Create a Great Elevator Speech |
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| Event Status: | Open | Event Fee: | $0.00 |
| Event Date: | 9/13/2012 | Register By: | 9/12/2012 |
| Time: | 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. | ||
| Event Location: | 125 Pine Ave., Albany, GA 31701-2502 | ||
| Description: | Ever wondered how to introduce your business to a government buyer? Like everything else, there’s a right way and a wrong way. Government officials are often pressed for time, so you usually have a limited amount of time to “sell yourself.” This w… | ||
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Learn what a “capabilities statement” is and why you should have one
June 6, 2012 by cs
The Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center is launching a brand new class in July and you won’t want to miss it.
On July 18th at 11:00 am you can come and learn all about “What is a “Capabilities Statement”? – and Why You Should Have One!”
In order to effectively market yourself in the government sector, you should have a good corporate résumé. Government agencies call this a Capabilities Statement.
A Capabilities Statement should contain information to tell buyers why you’re an expert and why they should feel confident about awarding you a contract.
Our July 18th workshop provides instruction on how to write a good Capabilities Statement, including all the right ingredients. If you are looking for help with how to present your company to government decision-makers, then attending this workshop is a must.
To register, just click here.
Two classes scheduled for June – register now!
June 6, 2012 by cs
Two great classes are being offered in June to help you get acquainted with doing business in the government sector, and both are offered at no cost.
- On June 8th at 11:00 am, you can attend “Fundamentals of Working with the Government” — a great way to get acquainted with what you must do to get ready to do business with government agencies.
- On June 26th at 6:00 pm, you can attend “Business Development in the Government Market“– a perfect opportunity to learn how to do business with government agencies locally as well as at a state level.
Just click on the class titles shown above to learn more about these classes and to register to attend them.
Small business office changes locations
May 29, 2012 by cs
The Dougherty Small Business Office is now located on the first floor at 125 Pine Avenue in Albany.
All counseling and training sessions will be offered at this new location.
Bridgett Bennett is continuing to provide all services offered as a part of the Dougherty County Small Business Program.
You can contact Bridget at ude.hcetag.etavonninull@ttenneB.tegdirB or at (229) 430-4189.
Understand government contracting by attending free classes
March 21, 2012 by cs
Need to know what it takes to do business with the government? Wondering what to expect and how to market your business?
These questions and much more will answered at several free classes being offered in April, May and June.
If you need basic instruction on how to get set-up to do business with government agencies, then you should plan to attend “Fundamentals of Doing Business with the Government.” This class is being offered once a month; simply click on one of these dates to register: April 3, May 1, and June 8.
If you need tips on how to market yourself to the government, you should attend “Business Development in the Government Market.” Click on one of these dates to register: April 26, May 24, and June 26.
Be sure to take advantage of these no-cost educational opportunities!
4 government contracting classes planned for February
February 9, 2012 by cs
If you want to learn a lot about government contracting, February is the month for you!
We’ve got all these free classes lined-up just for you:
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Introduction to Government Contracting – Feb. 9, 2012 – 6:00 to 7:30 pm
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Fundamentals of Working with the Government – Feb. 16, 2012 – 6:00 to 7:30 pm
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How to Create a Great Elevator Speech – Feb. 16, 2012 – 7:30 to 8:30 pm
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Marketing to State and Local Governments – Feb. 21, 2012 – 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
All of these seminars are being held in the 1st floor conference room at the Microbusiness Enterprise Center, 230 S. Jackson St. in Albany, GA.
To learn more about any of the sessions listed above, simply click on the class title.
Pair of contracting seminars offered on Tuesday evening, Jan. 31st
January 11, 2012 by cs
Busy business people are invited to participate in two free government contracting seminars on Tuesday evening, Jan. 31, 2012.
- From 6:00 until 7:30 pm, you can learn “How To Successfully Identify, Compete for, and Win Government
Contracts.” To learn more about this workshop and to register, click here: http://gtpac.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=7232. - From 7:30 to 8:30 pm, you can participate in a “Albany/Dougherty County Small Business Program Orientation.” To learn more about this orientation and to register for it, click here: http://gtpac.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=7233.
Both of these sessions are being held in the Arthur K. Williams Conference Room located in the Microbusiness Enterprise Center, 230 S. Jackson Street, Albany, Georgia 31701.
If you are planning to attend, please use the links above to pre-register.
Government contracting classes scheduled for January
January 1, 2012 by cs
Start off your New Year right by planning to attend three classes that will help you learn how to succeed in the government marketplace!
Three free classes are already scheduled for January 2012, and you will benefit from attending them. They are:
■ Business Development in the Government Market – 6:00-8:00 pm – Jan. 10th
■ Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Jan. 11th
■ Fundamentals of Working with the Government – 6:00-8:00 pm – Jan. 19th
Please notice that two of these classes are scheduled to be conducted in the evening, so that they won’t interfere with your regular business day.
Each of the classes are being held in the 1st floor conference room of the Albany Microbusiness Enterprise Center, located at 230 S. Jackson St., Albany, GA 31701-2885.
To register, please click on the class titles listed above. This will allow you to register on-line and will help us anticipate the number of people planning to attend.
Keep watching this web site for news about more classes being scheduled for January and well into 2012!
Free classes conveniently held in the evening, on weekends, during lunch hour, and on-line
November 6, 2011 by cs
To better accomodate your busy work schedule, our government contracting classes are now scheduled after hours and during the lunch hour on weekdays as well as on Saturdays. And some classes are now being offered on-line, so you don’t even have to leave your home or office to attend.
Here is our list of upcoming free classes. Click on the class title for more information and to register:
- Introduction to Government Contracting – 6:00-8:30 pm – Nov. 8th
- Fundamentals of Working with the Government – 6:00-8:00 pm – Nov. 10th
- Albany/Dougherty County Small Business Program Orientation – 10:00 am-Noon – Nov. 15th
- Business Development in the Government Market - Noon-2:00 pm – Nov. 15th
- Business Development in the Government Market – 6:00 pm-7:30 pm – Nov. 17th
- How to Create Your Elevator Speech – 7:30-8:30 pm – Nov. 17th
- Using Your Computer to Win Government Contracts – 10:00 am-Noon – Nov. 22nd (live, on-line)
- Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Nov. 29th
- Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors – 6:00-8:00 pm – Nov. 29th
- Albany/Dougherty County Small Business Program Orientation – 10:00 am-Noon – Dec. 1st
- Introduction to Government Contracting – Noon-3:00 pm – Dec. 1st
- Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors – 6:00-8:00 pm – Dec. 6th
- Business Development in the Government Market – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Dec. 8th
- How to Create Your Elevator Speech – 1:00 – 2:00 pm – Dec. 8th
- Albany/Dougherty County Small Business Program Orientation – 7:30-9:00 pm – Dec. 13th
- Fundamentals of Working with the Government – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Dec. 13th
- Fundamentals of Working with the Government – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Dec. 15th
- Business Development in the Government Market – 6:00-8:00 pm – Jan. 10th
- Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Jan. 11th
- Fundamentals of Working with the Government – 6:00-8:00 pm – Jan. 19th