DAS Certification and Prequalification Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, April 2; 12 PM - 1 PM
The State of Connecticut wants to be your partner of choice! From catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails, the state offers a wide range of contracting opportunities. During this training, we’ll guide you through certification in the Small/Minority Business Enterprise and Construction Contractor Prequalification programs.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Thursday, April 10; 6 PM - 8 PM
Get ready to mix, mingle, and make some magic happen at the CT Dept. of Administrative Services' second part of a 2 part series as an in-person event! This gathering is all about connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, sharing ideas, and sparking new opportunities.
Location: Margaret E. Morton Government Center, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport
Event registration (Luma)
Wednesday, April 16; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join us to review your S/MBE and SAM applications. Receive personalized assistance from the state’s Procurement Division and CT APEX Accelerator. Completed certification helps companies build revenue and find potential new customers through growth and marketing opportunities. SAM registration is a requirement for the CT S/MBE Certification.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required.
Thursday, April 24; 12 PM - 1 PM
State government contract opportunities are abundant. The government relies in part on small businesses to purchase the products and services needed for daily operations. FIND OUT: How you can prepare for state contracting and potentially tap into opportunities and much more.
Location: Online - Southern CT Black Chamber of Commerce
Event Registration (SCORE)
Wednesday, April 30; 9 AM - 12 PM
Join entrepreneurial & small business ecosystem providers that can help entrepreneurs start, grow and expand their small businesses. Attendees can learn about FREE & low-cost resources available to assist with business plans, accessing capital and other great opportunities available to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Location: Chelsea Groton Bank, 904 Poquonnock Road, Groton
Event Registration (Eventbrite)
Tuesday, May 6; 9 AM - 1 PM
WBDC’s Women-Owned Business Day is a unique opportunity for Connecticut’s women entrepreneurs and our state legislators to connect and share thoughts and ideas about the issues that impact Connecticut’s small women-owned businesses each and every day.
Join WBDC, our legislative hosts, and Connecticut-based entrepreneurs to connect in our state’s capital and celebrate the real impact women-owned businesses have had on Connecticut’s economy, our communities, and our families.
Location: Legislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
Event Registration (WBDC website)
Tuesday, May 6; 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join the Minority Construction Council as they honor theirMBE Members, Corporate Members, and Partners who assist the MCC with fulfilling its mission of Advocacy, Development, Technical Assistance, Contracting Opportunities and Partnership.
Location: Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville
Event Registration (MCC Website)
Tuesday, May 13;10 AM - 11 AM
The State of Connecticut's no-cost, commercial P-Card program helps municipalities streamline purchasing processes while lowering costs and generating revenue. Discover how the program can enhance your town’s financial health with flexible tools that minimize liability and increase staff accountability.
Location: Online - Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Tuesday, May 20; 9 AM - 12 PM
Come check out the Business Resource Fair where you can find all the tools and connections you need to grow your business!
Location: Trumbull Library, 33 Quality Street, Trumbull
Event Registration (Eventbrite)
Wednesday, May 21; 10 AM - 12 PM
More details coming soon.
Location: The District, 470 James Street - Suite 106, New Haven
Wednesday, May 21; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join us to review your S/MBE and SAM applications. Receive personalized assistance from the state’s Procurement Division and CT APEX Accelerator. Completed certification helps companies build revenue and find potential new customers through growth and marketing opportunities. SAM registration is a requirement for the CT S/MBE Certification.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required.
