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• Monthly TGIC Meeting

  • Start
    11 Jul 2024
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  • End
    12 Mar 2026
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  • Schedule
    21 sessions
  • Location
    Q.E.D. Systems Inc., 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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  The TGIC Executive Committee meets at 8:00 A.M. the second Thursday of each month. All TASC members and interested government personnel are encouraged to attend. 

  If you wish to invite someone to attend please ask them to register at:

  https://tasc-tgic.org/event-5773965

  The Tidewater Government Industry Council (TGIC) is pleased to host its next meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams and now in person at Q.E.D. Systems Inc., 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.

  During the meeting, if you are using Teams please mute your microphone when you are not speaking in order to reduce background noise.

  If you don't already have Microsoft Teams installed - it is recommended that you download and install either the desktop or mobile version of the application prior to the meeting

  https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/microsoft-teams/download-app

  NOTE for our NMCI users --- You may need to cut and paste the meeting link into your browser and remove the NoClick text that is inserted by NMCI's link filtering in order to connect to the meeting.

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  In-Person meeting

  Q.E.D. Systems Inc. 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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• Women In Defense: Lunch and Learn August

  • When
    12 Aug 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM
  • Location
    Atlantic Office Technologies 1202 W Little Creek Rd, Norfolk VA 23505

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Everyone is welcome to attend WID events!

  Who: Women in Defense Greater Hampton Roads Chapter

  What: Lunch and Learn

  Training Topics: A LOCAL event not sponsored or hosted by Virginia APEX Accelerator

  Description:

  Join us for our final Lunch and Learn of the year!

  Topic #1 – CMMC topics for Government Contractors

  Speaker: Koren Wise, Wise Technical Innovations

  Topic #2 – Fractional CFO Insights helping Small Business GovCon's Grow

  Speaker: Jacob Barclay, Barclay GROUP

  When: August 12, 2025, 11:30am-1pm

  Where: Atlantic Office Technologies 1202 W Little Creek Rd, Norfolk VA 23505

  Details to Follow: https://www.widghr.org/events.html

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training - Mentor Protege & Empower to Grow Programs

  • When
    12 Aug 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training - Mentor Protege & Empower to Grow Programs

  This webinar will educate small business owners on the Mentor-Protégé program (MPP). Presenters will discuss program eligibility, benefits, and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the complimentary business courses, tailored training and one-on-one consulting available under the Empower to Grow program.

  When: August 12, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72419

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• AFCEA Hampton Roads - Navigating Maritime Contracts: A Small Business Panel Event at Maritime IT Cyber Summit

  • When
    13 Aug 2025
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Maritime IT Cyber Summit

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: AFCEA Hampton Roads

  What: Navigating Maritime Contracts: A Small Business Panel Event @ Maritime IT Cyber Summit

  When: 13 August 2025, 1:30pm-4:30pm

  Where: Maritime IT Cyber Summit

  Details and Registration: https://hamptonroads.afceachapters.org/node/214

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• Virginia SBDC: Cybersecurity in a Changing Regulatory Environment

  • When
    14 Aug 2025
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    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: Virginia SBDC

  What: Cybersecurity in a Changing Regulatory Environment: What Small Businesses Need to Know

  Small business owners who understand how changes in the cybersecurity landscape affect their operations can make proactive decisions to protect their customers, systems, and brand.

  As federal priorities shift, so do the risks and responsibilities for small business owners trying to stay secure in an increasingly digital world. Learn how regulatory shifts impact small businesses and how to navigate changing compliance requirements.

  Stay ahead. Stay informed.

  When: August 14, 2025, 12:30-1:30pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72571

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Preparing for MySBA Certification

  • When
    14 Aug 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Preparing for MySBA Certification

  This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but not be limited to: Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc.

  When: August 14, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72408

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• APEX: Federal Contracting 101

  • When
    20 Aug 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: APEX Accelerator

  What: Federal Contracting 101

  Join us for Federal Contracting 101, a comprehensive training session designed to help businesses navigate the world of government contracting. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand into the federal marketplace, this session will walk you through the essentials — from registering in the System for Award Management (SAM), to understanding socio-economic certifications (such as 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and SDVOSB), to developing strategies for effectively marketing your products or services to government agencies. Learn how to position your business for success and tap into the billions of dollars in federal contracting opportunities available each year.

  When: August 20, 2025, 1-2pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/74278

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Navigating the Application Process

  • When
    21 Aug 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Navigating the Application Process

  This webinar will assist small business owners who have successfully submitted a MySBA certification application to navigate the application process. Presenters will discuss how to respond and resubmit an application that has been “Returned to Business”, responses to requests for information “RFI”, and other frequently asked questions.

  When: August 21, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72412

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• SCORE: Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

  • When
    22 Aug 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SCORE

  What: Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

  When: 22 August 2025, 12:00pm

  Where: Virtual

  Details and Registration:https://www.score.org/washingtondc/event/cybersecurity-small-businesses-08222025

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

  • When
    26 Aug 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

  This webinar will educate entity-owned firms (owned by Indian tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations) and/or firms located in a HUBZone. Presenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-thru for entity-owned/8(a) and/or HUBZone firms.

  When: August 26, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72423

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• MATB: Meet the 2025 Cohort

  • When
    26 Aug 2025
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    4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Assembly Norfolk, 400 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA @3510

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge

  What: Meet the 2025 Cohort

  When: 26 August 2025, 4-8pm

  Where: Assembly Norfolk, 400 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

  ​Join us for an elevated evening of innovation and connection as we officially welcome the inaugural Defense Technology Accelerator cohort. Set against the Norfolk skyline, this rooftop reception brings together government leaders, industry stakeholders, venture capitalists, and dual-use innovators for a high-impact networking experience.

  ​Each of the selected startups will deliver a fast-paced 2-minute pitch showcasing their breakthrough technologies aligned to critical national defense needs. Mingle with the cohort, learn about emerging capabilities, and connect with the people shaping the future of dual-use innovation.

  ​Who Should Attend:

  • ​Government stakeholders and DoD end-users
  • ​Prime contractors and industry partners
  • ​Investors and regional economic leaders
  • ​TechBridge and accelerator partners

  ​Dress Code: Business casual

  Location: Assembly, Rooftop

  Light bites and drinks provided

  Details and Registration: https://lu.ma/9awbatoe?tk=lkABww 

  If you need additional info or encounter any problems registering, please reach out to the MATB: midatlantictechbridge@gmail.com
  

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

  • When
    28 Aug 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

  This webinar educates currently certified small business owners on continuing eligibility and maintaining compliance. Presenters will discuss reporting material changes, submitting annual reviews, responding to notices of proposed decertification, etc.

  When: August 28, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72416

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• AFCEA Hampton Roads - Annual Golf STEM Classic

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Sewell's Point Golf Course, Norfolk

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: AFCEA Hampton Roads

  What: Annual Golf STEM Classic

  When: 18 September 2025, 12pm

  Where: Sewell's Point Golf Course, Norfolk 

  Details and Registration: https://hamptonroads.afceachapters.org/Upcoming-Events 

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• Virginia SBDC: Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

  • When
    21 Oct 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: Virginia SBDC

  What: Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

  Each year, the State buys goods and services totaling more than $7 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that!

  This webinar is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments. The workshop will provide information about the Virginia procurement process (the eVA system) and the benefits of SWaM certification.

  When: October 21, 2025, 12-1pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/63815

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• Women In Defense Professional Development Day

  • When
    28 Oct 2025

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Everyone is welcome to attend WID events!

  Who: Women in Defense Greater Hampton Roads Chapter

  What: WID Professional Development Day

  When: October 28, 2025

  Where: TBD

  Details to Follow: https://www.widghr.org/events.html

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• NVSBC: Hampton Roads Engagement Lunch

  • When
    13 Nov 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: National Veteran Small Business Coalition

  What: Hampton Roads Engagement Lunch

  When: November 13, 2025, 11:30am-2pm

  Where: Ferguson Headquarters, 751 Lakefront Commons, Newport News, VA 23606

  Details to Follow: https://nvsbc.memberclicks.net/events

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