Associated Events

These are the events associated with the 2011 Women's Business Conference. Check back in 2012 for new events!

In addition to the actual conference, we have an extra networking event before and a parallel educational event during the conference!

Wednesday, April 20th, 2011, 7:00 pm - Free Networking Event

The United Eau Claire Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will be hosting a free networking event at the Plaza Hotel with hors d'oeuvres and beverages for all conference participants on Wednesday April 20th at 7:00 pm.

 

Thursday, April 21st, 2011, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm - Growth Strategies and a Practical Guide to Government Contracting

Over the last couple of years everyone has heard about the opportunities to do business with both federal and state governments. The "Growth Strategies and Government Contracting Conference" will bring together both federal and state representatives as well as some of their successful contractors to give you a practical guide in doing business with the various governments.

This conference will be held at the same time and location as the 8th Annual Women's Business Conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit the exhibits and the activities of this conference as well during the day. See the Department of Commerce or Western Dairyland's Event Information for more information.

Agenda

Time

Presentation

8:15 amto
8:30 am
Introduction and Welcome
By:

8:30 amto
9:00 am
An Introduction to the Federal Government Market
By:
  • Paul PierAgostini, Senior Director, Government and Energy Business Unit, Northwire, Inc.

9:00 amto
9:15 am
How the Federal Government Buys - Are you Ready for Prime Time?
By:

9:15 amto
9:45 am
Selling to the US Army Corps of Engineers
By:

9:45 amto
10:10 am
Federal Certifications and Federal Small Business Program
By:

10:10 amto
10:30 am

 BREAK

10:30 amto
11:00 am
How the State of Wisconsin Government Buys
By:

11:00 amto
11:30 am
State of Wisconsin Certifications - WBE, MBE and DVE
By:

11:30 amto
12:30 pm
Learning From Those That Know How to Succeed - A Panel Discussion
Moderator: Paul PierAgostini, Senior Director, Government and Energy Business Unit, Northwire, Inc.

12:30 pmto
1:30 pm

 LUNCH & NETWORKING

1:30 pmto
2:30 pm
The Most Powerful Tool in Government Contracting Today- TEAMING
Moderator: Aina Vilumsons, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

2:30 pmto
3:30 pm
MONEY - Where to Find it and How to Get It
Moderator: Aina Vilumsons, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

3:30 pmto
4:30 pm
Individual meetings with Government Certifiers (Optional)

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What People Say...

  • "I got some good info that I can take home and use right away."
  • "It was fun to meet so many other small business women, and make connections."
  • "I saw some old and new friends and was inspired by the success stories shared with me."
  • "The energy is always amazing and the wonderful women I've met over the years has been incredible."
  • "I loved seeing all the people that I have not seen in a while and learning new things."

Become an Exhibitor

Start checking back with us in Fall, 2011 for information on exhibiting at the 2012 WBC.