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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY \nJuly 7-28\, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nJoin the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions\, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. \nHere’s a peek at we’ll cover:\nWeek 1: Introduction to Government Contracting \nWeek 2: How to Do Research to Find Government Contracting Opportunities \nWeek 3: Tips to Create or Improve Your Capability Statement \nWeek 4: How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for your Business. \n  \nWhen:  \nTuesdays\, July 7-28\, 2026 \n11 am – 12 pm\, CST \nWhere:  \nVia Zoom meetings \n  \nHosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the WBDC
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracting-beginners-bootcamp-23/2026-07-07/
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SUMMARY:Government Contracts Webinar
DESCRIPTION:FOR ILLINOIS RESIDENTS ONLY. \nIntroduction to Government Contracting Government contracting can be a powerful growth path for small businesses\, but many owners don’t know where to start. This workshop breaks the process down in simple\, practical steps—helping you understand how government agencies buy products and services\, what qualifications you need. You’ll learn the key terminology\, how to get registered\, and strategies to identify real opportunities so you can confidently pursue contracts at the city\, state\, or federal level.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracts-webinar-2/
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY \nJuly 7-28\, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nJoin the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions\, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. \nHere’s a peek at we’ll cover:\nWeek 1: Introduction to Government Contracting \nWeek 2: How to Do Research to Find Government Contracting Opportunities \nWeek 3: Tips to Create or Improve Your Capability Statement \nWeek 4: How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for your Business. \n  \nWhen:  \nTuesdays\, July 7-28\, 2026 \n11 am – 12 pm\, CST \nWhere:  \nVia Zoom meetings \n  \nHosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the WBDC
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracting-beginners-bootcamp-23/2026-07-14/
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting
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SUMMARY:How To Sell to Illinois with Krysti Rinaldi
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to sell your products and services to the state of Illinois. Join Krysti Rinaldi\, Assistant Deputy Director for the Bureau of Strategic Sourcing\, who will share insights on how to make Illinois your customer. Krysti oversees the procurement and administration of hundreds of State-wide master contracts which are vital to providing supplies and services to State agencies\, Universities\, and units of local government. The State of Illinois purchases billions of products each year. Register to learn about the special programs that can help you grow your revenues.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/how-to-sell-to-illinois-with-krysti-rinaldi/
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY \nJuly 7-28\, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nJoin the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions\, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. \nHere’s a peek at we’ll cover:\nWeek 1: Introduction to Government Contracting \nWeek 2: How to Do Research to Find Government Contracting Opportunities \nWeek 3: Tips to Create or Improve Your Capability Statement \nWeek 4: How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for your Business. \n  \nWhen:  \nTuesdays\, July 7-28\, 2026 \n11 am – 12 pm\, CST \nWhere:  \nVia Zoom meetings \n  \nHosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the WBDC
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracting-beginners-bootcamp-23/2026-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY \nJuly 7-28\, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nJoin the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions\, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. \nHere’s a peek at we’ll cover:\nWeek 1: Introduction to Government Contracting \nWeek 2: How to Do Research to Find Government Contracting Opportunities \nWeek 3: Tips to Create or Improve Your Capability Statement \nWeek 4: How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for your Business. \n  \nWhen:  \nTuesdays\, July 7-28\, 2026 \n11 am – 12 pm\, CST \nWhere:  \nVia Zoom meetings \n  \nHosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the WBDC
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracting-beginners-bootcamp-23/2026-07-28/
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