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May 15
11th Annual DOD Contract Management Update
Milwaukee, WI
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Confirmed Speakers
- Colonel Susan Styer, Director-Land Supplier Operations, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- Don Schulze, Deputy Directory-Land Supplier Operations, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
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Sean Ketter, Vice President, Global Procurement & Supply Chain, Oshkosh Corporation LINKEDIN
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Dave Zvenyach, Principal, TandemGov LINKEDIN
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Jim Segelstrom, Chief Executive Officer, McNally Industries LINKEDIN
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Todd Bentley, President, Bentley World Packaging Ltd. LINKEDIN
- Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM)
- Joseph Addison, Program Manager DOD Mentor Protégé Program, Derco, A Lockheed Martin Company
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James Pitcher, Strategic Contracts Lead (Public Sector), Scale AI LINKEDIN
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Daryl Zahn, Sr. Manager, Contracts & Compliance, DRS Naval Power Systems, Inc. LINKEDIN
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Samuel W. Jack, Of Counsel, Dempsey Law Firm LLP LINKEDIN
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Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist (Wisconsin), U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) BIO
- Tammie Clendenning, Lead Economic Development Specialist (Wisconsin), U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
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Aina Vilumsons, President – Executive Director, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) LINKEDIN
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May 14
Winning Government Business: Navigating Compliance Risks to Drive Strategic Advantage
Milwaukee, WI
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Confirmed Speakers
- Mr. Trey Hodgkins, Chair Cybersecurity Division, NDIA
- Brig. Gen. Guy Walsh, USAF (Ret) – Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, NDIA
- Brig. Gen. Chad R. Ellsworth, Commander of Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and Defense Supply Center, Richmond, VA (invited)
- Ms. Erica Bakies, Government Contracts Senior Counsel, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (invited)
- Ms. Stacy Bostjanick, Chief Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity, Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer (invited)
- Ms. ML Mackey, CEO, Beacon Interactive Solutions & Executive Committee, NDIA National Board / Chair, Small Business Division (invited)
- Ms. Megan McKinney, Conference Chair, NDIA Great Lakes Chapter
- Ms. Christina Reynolds, Managing Director, Industry Spec. Svcs., BDO
- Mr. Aric Sherwood, Director of the Acquisition Innovation Directorate (AID) at PEO Enterprise, Army (invited)
- Mr. Scott Singer, C3PAO, CyberNINES CEO and Co-Founder
- Ms. Jen Stewart, Executive Vice President, Strategy & Policy, NDIA
- Ms. Nicole Vele, Of Counsel, Holland & Hart LLP
- Ms. Aina Vilumsons, President and Executive Director, WPI an APEX Accelerator
- Ms. Susan Warshaw Ebner, Partner, STINSON LLP
- Mr. Dave Zvenyach, Principal, TandemGov
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May 9
In-Person Statewide
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As many small business owners will tell you, there’s the part you’re passionate about—and then there’s all the other stuff that comes with owning a business. You know, all the financial, legal, marketing, logistical, and technological work it takes to run a business.
The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy offers practical advice from business owners who have successfully made it through the initial stages of starting and growing their companies.
It also features workshops that cover topics like:
- Financing options
- Legal concerns
- Regulatory issues
- Information technology
- Small business certifications
- Identifying markets and sales opportunities
If you’re considering starting a business, trying to grow your existing small business, or trying to get an idea or a startup off the ground, take advantage of this free, annual virtual and in-person event.
WPI will be presenting 3 sessions on May 8
- Could Your Business Benefit from Government Small Business Certifications?
- How To Prepare for Your Next Buyer Meeting
- Advice from Successful Small Business Owners
Meet with WPI Staff at the following locations May 9
- Downtown Milwaukee
- Madison
- Racine/Kenosha
- La Crosse
- Eau Claire
- Appleton
- Beloit/Janesville
- Stevens Point
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May 29
Federal Contracting & Cybersecurity: What Manufacturers Need to Know
Manitowoc, WI
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As opportunities in Department of Defense and Federal Government contracting continue to grow, so do the requirements for businesses—especially manufacturers in the supply chain—to meet rigid cybersecurity standards. This session is designed to help you understand foundational elements of federal government and DOD cybersecurity requirements, including NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC. Whether you’re new to the space or seeking to sharpen your compliance strategies, this presentation will provide the practical guidance and essential knowledge you need to take the first steps with confidence.
Presenter: Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
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June 18
Volk Field Air National Guard Base | Camp Douglas, WI
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July 9
Truax Field | Madison, WI
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New Sessions Announcing Soon
Federal Market Insights is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to the government contracting landscape. Stop by, settle in and take-in the conversation.
- May 2 – Foreign Ownership Control and Influence (FOCI)
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New Sessions Announcing Soon
Presented by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter, this webinar series covers a range of topics from market entry, sales growth, small business certifications, compliance, and more. Attendees receive 1 CPE credit for attending.
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New Sessions Announcing Soon
If you are currently, or are planning to be, a contractor or subcontractor supporting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) you are required to comply with the newly finalized CMMC requirements.
- May 30 – Cybersecurity Rules You Need to Know to Work with the Federal Government / Department of Defense
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May
- May 6-9, WI Lieutenant Governor’s 2025 Small Business Academy – Learn More – Virtual & In Person
- May 13, Acquisition Hour: The 8(a) Business Development Program – Learn More - Virtual
- May 14, Winning Government Business: Navigating Compliance Risks to Drive Strategic Advantage – Learn More – In Person
- May 15, 11th Annual DOD Contract Management Update – Learn More – In Person
- May 15, Government Certification Workshop – DBE – Learn More – In Person
- May 21, State and Local Government Sales Opportunities – Learn More - Virtual
- May 27, Acquisition Hour: Certification Programs for Women and Veteran Owned Businesses – Learn More - Virtual
- May 29, Federal Contracting & Cybersecurity: What Manufacturers Need to Know – Learn More – In Person
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June
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June 18, 19th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) - Learn More - In Person
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June 26, Government Certification Workshop – Federal Certifications – Madison, WI - Learn More - In Person
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Upcoming WPI Office Hours
Click date to schedule an appointment or request more information
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Camp Douglas
Eau Claire
Fond du Lac
Green Bay
La Crosse
Madison
Manitowoc
Oshkosh
Superior
Additional Statewide dates to be announced soon at wispro.org
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May 1
Open House – Chicago, IL
This event offers an opportunity to explore U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Chicago district’s latest and upcoming projects, advancements in engineering, and to meet the team driving their mission forward. This Open House is an occasion to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the contributions of the engineering community.
As part of the event, there will be a limited number of 20-minute elevator pitch slots for companies to present their capabilities. These slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are interested in briefing the district leadership, please respond to the post-registration email.
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WPI 10437 Innovation Dr. Suite 320, Milwaukee, WI 53226 414-270-3600
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