RSVP and let us know you'll be there! Biz Fair is THE event that all current and aspiring small business owners should attend. Follow www.bizfair.wa.gov to stay up to date on event details, speakers, and workshop topics Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
Through a combination of presentations and roundtable discussions, this Supply Chain Opportunities Conference is designed to help companies develop new knowledge, new contacts, and most importantly, new business. This is a unique opportunity for manufacturers to hear from primes/OEM about their supply chain needs. In addition, several roundtable discussions with other peer manufacturers create a unique opportunity […]
2024 Washington Small Business Fair
Are You Ready to Export? Join us this week for a conversation with John Brislin, Export Finance Manager for SBA's Office of International Trade. As SBA's office for the support of small business international trade development, the Office of International Trade works in cooperation with other federal agencies and public- and private-sector groups to encourage […]
WHEN: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 TIME: 8:30 -2:00PM (PST) WHERE: Puget Sound, WA | TBD The Pacific Northwest Maritime Defense Conference will bring military private sector leaders together to discuss the latest maritime initiatives and procurement opportunities for Northwest businesses. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with the people you need to meet and learn what you […]
Who Should Attend? Businesses interested in selling products and services to prime contractors and the government. Government buyers and prime contractors looking to do outreach to small and diverse businesses. What to Expect Showcase your organization at the largest business-to-government conference in the North Puget Sound Region. Network with individuals representing businesses, government agencies, and […]
Through a combination of presentations and roundtable discussions, this Supply Chain Opportunities Conference is designed to help companies develop new knowledge, new contacts, and most importantly, new business. This is a unique opportunity for manufacturers to hear from primes/OEM about their supply chain needs. In addition, several roundtable discussions with other peer manufacturers create a unique opportunity […]
Discover how to grow your international sales with export trade finance tools and technical assistance resources designed to help your business compete in global markets. This webinar will cover: Hosted by the Export-Import Bank of the United States, the Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington, and the Washington State Department of Commerce, this session will […]
About the Course: Internal Audits are a requirement of all GFSI approved certification schemes (e.g. SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, etc.) and many 3rd party audit programs. Internal audits allow you to audit your facility for gaps and compliance. They are an important tool in the ongoing food safety toolbox for any food manufacturer, packager, and warehouse and distribution company. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to conduct an internal audit program within your company. The course covers the fundamentals of auditing, useful industry-proven techniques, compliance criteria, how to foster good communication within the facility, the importance of auditor ethics, and gathering objective evidence, nonconformities, and reporting suggestions. This course is for those who are new to internal auditing and those that could use a refresher course. Who Should Attend Participants will be able to: Costs and discounts: Instructor This course will be taught by Food Processing Specialist Dr. Janna Hamlett of TechHelp, and the University of Idaho. Dr. Hamlett has 20 years of experience in the food manufacturing industry. She brings a wealth of qualifications, expertise, and experience as a Food Processing Specialist at TechHelp and Assistant Professor […]
Join attorney Cara Wulf, partner at McCarter & English, LLP, for a webinar on the Build America Buy America Act (BABA). Discover BABA requirements, implementation guidance, and best practices for compliance as a prime contractor or subcontractor. Learn about BABA compliance certifications, pitfalls to avoid, and how BABA differs from existing Buy American requirements. During […]
Do you have a workforce strategy to overcome today’s manufacturing industry challenges? Join our exclusive cohort designed to help manufacturing businesses tackle their workforce challenges head-on. OMEP’s Strategic Workforce Solutions includes four dynamic group sessions focusing on the entire employee lifecycle. In addition to the groups sessions, each company will work with an OMEP consultant for […]
