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How do companies and entrepreneurs come up with million dollar ideas? Learn the process they use to come up with new ideas, and how they continue to refine their ideas until they are ready to take over the world. Lunch will be served for those who RSVP before noon on Friday, February 10th.
February 29, 2012The Office of Economic Opportunity & Office of Procurement Management Services presents "Doing Business with the District." This free event is open to the public and will provide useful information to the business community at large and especially to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises regarding how to partner with Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Miami Dade College School of Business in partnership with Citi Foundation is offering free seminars and workshops for small business owners located in Overtown, Allapattah, downtown Miami and surrounding areas, and specific ares in Miami Beach. The Small Business Education Program has been in existence since 2007. Their goal is to provide small business owners with basic tools to operate a business efficiently create a business plan and learn about available resources of funding, as well as a "going green" component to education individuals about sustainable practices. For more information, contact George Ray at 305-237-7102
March 20-21, 2012The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), South Atlantic Division (SAD) is hosting its 4th Annual Regional Small Business (SB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Conference. This outreach event will provide a venue for SAD to discuss its mission, goals, and contracting opportunities with the SDVOSB, SB, Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCUs/MIs) and the large business community. Early registration and early arrival are encouraged. There is no cost to attend this event; however registration is required for all participants.
March 22-24,The 27th Annual Business Expo is SFMSDC's premier activity that draws business leaders and corporations from across the state and around the county. The event consists of a tradeshow, workshops and a luncheon that provides a forum to network and showcase company's products and services. During the energized and informative days, there will be networking, procurement specialist from Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions and governmental agencies. This is a great opportunity to develop new contacts and resources, negotiate potential procurement contracts and learn about trends and issues import to minority business development. For more information call 305-762-6151.
March 26, 2012The Turner School of Construction Management is an educational program designed by Turner to assist disadvantaged, veteran, small, minority and women owned business in the construction industry. Each graduate of the class receives a credit for 40 contract hours which can be utilized towards the renewal of their state contractor's license. Learn the best practices and principles of the trade from on the largest construction companies in the world. For more information, contact, Rhonda Wimberly, 786-621-9004 or email.
Loren is an internet mogul who has been changing the face of the beauty and shopping industries for many years. Her impeccable style has established her as one of today's leading trendsetters. She has been named to Vogue's Top 100 as one of their most influential women, selected by Haute Living as one of New York's and Miami's most influential residents, awarded the 2009 Women of Substance and Style award, recognized by Fashion Group International for her contribution to the fashion and beauty industry, in addition to being named Woman Extraordinaire in 2009 & 2010 and Top 50 Entrepreneur by Business Leader magazine. This event is free and open to the community, but pre-registration is required. To register, click here. Parking to the event is at Pavia Garage, located at 5615 NW Pavia Street for a $7 day pass. For complete directions to the campus and to Pavia Garage, visit UM. For more information, contact The Launch Pad 305-284-2789.
April 11, 2011Leverage your business by understanding the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the marketplace. Examine the current climate, trends and forecasts. The Launch Pad serves both beginning and experienced entrepreneurs, assisting with opportunity recognition, feasibility assessment, and strategy for starting and growing companies or non-profits. The workshops are free and open to the community. Parking is available at meters on Stanford Drive and Pavia Garage, located at 5615 NW Pavia Street. For complete directions to the campus and to Pavia Garage, visit UM. Kindly RSVP to pr@thelaunchpad.org. Lunch provided by EVOS.
April 13, 201110 Secrets of Profitability presented by Dr. Jerry Osteryoung. This Business Development Seminar is hosted by Broward College Office of Supplier Relations and Diversity. Dr. Osteryoung will address tools to ensure your success, including reducing costs, incetivizing, spending advertising dollars wisely, and how to work smarter, not harder. Space is limited, so register early.
April 14, 2011Marc founded Ecko Unlmtd at the age of 20. Since then his company has grown to include: *Ecko Unltd, the leading young men's brand; Eckored, its female counterpart; Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, a contemporary menswear line; Zoo York, the first and largest east coast action sport lifestyle brand; Complex Media, inclusive of Complex Magazine and Marc Ecko Entertainment, video and social gaming entity. Find out how he turned his passion for the arts into a viable business and a new dedication to social entrepreneurial projects, like Sweat Equity Enterprises and Artists & Instigators. This event is free and open to the community, but pre-registration is required. To register, click here. Parking to the event is at Pavia Garage, located at 5615 NW Pavia Street for a $7 day pass. For complete directions to the campus and to Pavia Garage, visit UM. For more information, contact The Launch Pad 305-284-2789.
April 14, 2011Attend a complimentary breakfast networking event and maximize your membership with the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. Meet business owners and professionals....SPEED BIZ....speed dating for businesses! To RSVP, contact JoAnn Jedlinski at 305-577-5430 or via email jjedlinski@miamichamber.com. Space is limited.
April 26, 2011This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Architectural & Engineering Proposal" and is held the third Tuesday of each month. Topics that will be covered includes: How to enroll and register as a vendor, Process for obtaining technical certification and re-qualification, Two-tier A&E solicitation and evaluation processes, and How to properly respond to a Notice to Professional Consultant. To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
April 27, 2011Join the Southern Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (SFMSDC) for Industry Group meetings for health-care, construction, marking and advertising and entertainment. Learn how to maximize market opportunities through expanded business relationships. This group meeting will cost you nothing but your time. Be prepared to discuss trends, collaboration efforts, and joint venture opportunities. Space is limited, so register today. For additional information regarding this event, contact 305-762-6151 or visit SFMSDC's website www.sfmsdc.org.
The Greater Miami Chapter NIGP provides government procurement professionals with the most comprehensive professional development and certification preparation tools in the industry. See attached calendar for list of seminars in your neighborhood. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Leida Altman Carrillo at 305-375-1084 or lcarril@miamidade.gov You can also go to the website and click on register for this event under Vendor Information.
May 10, 2011Startup Weekend Miami is back! It is a 54-hour startup event that provides networking, resources, and incentives for individuals and teams to go from idea to launch. Get connected with local developers, marketers, designers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch ideas, form teams and actually launch new business ventures over the weekend. Build Community. Start Companies. No Talk. All Action. To sign up or learn more about Startup Weekend Miami, visit the Startup Weekend website.
May 24, 2011This PowerNet is hosted by CHEP. Meet with CHEP's Supplier Diversity Director and Supplier Diversity Program Lead. CHEP is the global leader in pallet and container pooling services serving many of the world's largest companies. CHEP issues, collects, conditions and reissues more than 300 million pallets and containers from a global network or service centers, helping manufactures and growers transport their products to distributors and retailers. CHEP recognizes the value of a diverse business environment and actively promotes and seeks opportunities to work with MBEs. Space is limited, so register today. For more information, call 305-762-6151 or log onto the SFMSDC website to register.
This full day event features keynote speakers (who have information to share), educational workshops (how to get it done), exhibitors (resources), discussion panels (how I did it and what not to do) and resources to grow or start successful businesses. Over 300 attendees will represent not only small business owners but all levels of federal, state and local government agencies, community organizations and resources, sponsors and partners alike, all committed to supporting the growth of small businesses in Florida. For more information, including sponsorship and exhibitor tables, contact Victoria at 561-265-3790 Ext. 103 or victoria@TEDcenter.org
June 14, 2011Meet University of Miami approved vendors that have been awarded University-Wide contracts and get an overview3 of the University's supplier diversity initiatives, plus get a training refresher fro the Purchasing Department and the Business Development Program. Contact Sophia Galvin to confirm your space today! For additional information, call (305) 243-2437.
June 21-23, 2011Registration is now open for WBENC's 2011 National Conference & Business Fair: The Opportunity Connection, held June 21-23, 2011 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center in Las Vegas. With nearly 3,200 registered attendees in 2010, the business fair boasted more than 350 exhibitors including 120 WBE exhibitors, fueling the largest WBENC National Conference & Business Fair in the organization's history. For additional information or to register for the conference, click here for more details.
June 28, 2011This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Architectural & Engineering Proposal" and is held the third Tuesday of each month. Topics that will be covered includes: How to enroll and register as a vendor, Process for obtaining technical certification and re-qualification, Two-tier A&E solicitation and evaluation processes, and How to properly respond to a Notice to Professional Consultant. To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
An evening of fun networking in the Miami Design District; music, surprises, upcoming bids, update on industry groups and the Mentor Protege Program. Network with corporate members, government representatives, educational institutions and minority business enterprises. Meet the SFMSDC's new Chairman, Board of Directors, MBEIC Chair and staff members. The SFMSDC wll unveil it "Doing Well While Doing Good Campaign. Complimentary hor d' oeuvres and drinks. Admission is $15. RSVP online before July 6, 2011. For more information, call (305) 762-6151 or visit www.sfmsdc.org.
July 15, 2011The Greater Miami Chapter NIGP provides government procurement professionals with the most comprehensive professional development and certification preparation tools in the industry. This month's topic is Ethics. The speakers will be Robert Meyers and Miriam Singer. You can also visit the website www.nigpmiami.org to view the calendar for list of seminars in your neighborhood. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Leida Altman Carrillo at 305-375-1084 or via email victoria@TEDcenter.org.
July 22, 2011The Beacon Council presents Doing Business with the Military. This is a unique opportunity to meet Jennifer Carrol, Lieutenant Governor for the State of Florida and General Douglas M. Fraser, USAF Commander of the US Southern Command. There's a registration fee of $50, so sign up now! Space is limited. Visit the website for more information.
July 26, 2011This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Architectural & Engineering Proposal" and is held the third Tuesday of each month. Topics that will be covered includes: How to enroll and register as a vendor, Process for obtaining technical certification and re-qualification, Two-tier A&E solicitation and evaluation processes, and How to properly respond to a Notice to Professional Consultant. To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
July 27, 2011Meet Pepsico representatives and buyers. Pepsico mission is to be the world's premier consumer products company focused on convenient foods and beverages. Brands include Tropicana, Frito Lay, Gatorade, Quaker and Pepsi-Cola. Deadline to register is July 15, 2011.
Opportunities exist in South Florida's robust corporate arena for women and minority-owned businesses, as well as University of Miami alumni-owned businesses. Join us for a fun, relaxed outreach event that could help you open the door to new working relationships. RSVP by August 4, 2011 to Sophia Galvin, Director of the Business Development Program at s.galvin@miami.edu.
The Palm Beach Partners invite you to join them at their 2011 Palm Beach Partners Business Matchmaker Conference & Expo. This year's them is "The Work Continues in a Challenging Economy: Rise to the Top!. The Palm Beach Partners' goal is to extend this distinctive business opportunity beyond their respective geographic and organizational borders to benefit small, woman-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises (SBEs, M/WBEs, or DBEs) throughout the entire South Florida region. Join in and help make the 2011 Palm Beach Palm Beach Partners Business Matchmaker Conference & Expo an unrivaled, collaborative success. For additional information or to register for the event contact registration@pbmatchmaker.com. You can also visit the Palm Beach Partners website www.pbmatchmaker.com.
September 18-21, 2011Join the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), Fortune 500 companies, Hispanic Business Enterprises (HBEs) and local Hispanic Chambers of Commerce from across the country on September 18-21, 2011 in Miami where Hispanic business is hot. The USHCC will host its 32nd Annual National Convention & Business Expo at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. The schedule includes signature events such as Business Matchmaking, the Ultimate Latina Luncheon, the Million Dollar Club Breakfast, the International Opening Ceremony, the HBE Elite Luncheon and the Business Expo. New events have also been added including The Perfect Match Reception and Green Builds Business. For more information visit the USHCC website www.ushccconvention.com
September 23, 2011The Annual Awards Gala is the Council's signature event which recognizes the achievements of South Florida's top minority-owned businesses, dynamic industry leaders and major corporations that are committed to Supplier Diversity. This upscale evening of Honor and Elegance, brings together South Florida's business community. Our guests will have the opportunity to network, while celebrating the achievements of minority-owned businesses and professionals that are shaping the future of South Florida. The Gala includes a Reception, Silent Auction, Musical Entertainment and Networking. The awards include Local & National Corporations of the Year, MBE Suppliers of the Year, Advocate of the Year, Buyer of the Year, President's Award, Crystal Award and the Doing Well While Doing Good Award. For additional information, visit the Council's website.
Please sign up for a free workshop that addresses the areas of financial concern including easy to understand training and financial education that will further your business "cents" and boost your bottom line! Topics will include Are You An Entrepreneur?; The Ten Most Common Money Mistakes, and Are You Certifiable? Certifications that are available to Women/Minority Business Owners. To learn more ways to increase the success of your small business, you will not want to miss this free event. For more information, and to register for a workshop, visit www.MyFloridaCFO.com/consumers or call 1-877-MY-FL-CFO (693-5236).
October 25, 2011Miami-Dade County Department of Procurement Management provides free workshops each week. This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Architectural & Engineering Proposal" and is held the third Tuesday of each month. Topics that will covered include: How to enroll and register as a vendor; Process for obtaining technical certification and re-qualification; Two-tier A&E solicitation and evaluation processes; and How to properly respond to a Notice to Professional Consultant. To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
October 30 - November 2, 2011The Georgia World Congress Center is headquarters for the 2011 NMSDC Conference and Business Opportunity. This is the only event of its kind – one that brings together the best of meetings, special events, and minority business and corporations, all in one place, at one time. For additional information, go to the website NMSDC.
Miami-Dade County Department of Procurement Management provides free workshops each week. This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Invitation to Bid" and is held the second Tuesday of each month. Topics that will covered include: What does the County purchase? How to enroll and register as a vendor nd what is the difference? To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
November 10, 2011Each year Broward Health stages its EXPO to display to its diverse business community the successes of its Supplier Diversity Program and offer the opportunity for procurement networking with Broward Health's procurement and key executive staff, prime vendors/contractors, and resource partners. This year is no exception! So, come out and get a check-up for you and your business! Click here to register online now – Space is limited! Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 305-762-6151 or 305-971-9446..
November 22, 2011Miami-Dade County Department of Procurement Management provides free workshops each week. This vendor workshop is "How to Prepare an Architectural & Engineering Proposal" and is held the third Tuesday of each month. Topics that will covered include: How to enroll and register as a vendor; Process for obtaining technical certification and re-qualification; Two-tier A&E solicitation and evaluation processes; and How to properly respond to a Notice to Professional Consultant. To register call 305-375-5773 or click here for more information.
Presented by the South Florida Minority Supplier Development Council, this workshop is a must for business owners and sales executives. It will change the way you sell and do business! In the workshop you will learn: How to develop a sales strategy that works, How to effectively identify potential customers; How to manage the sales cycle; How to close the deal; and How to negotiate and win deals. The guest speaker will be CINTAS Instructor, Peter S. Rego, VP of Sales for the Southeast Region. Visit SFMSDC website to register for this event.