Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of small business certifications in the government marketplace, helping participants understand how these programs can open doors to new contracting opportunities. You’ll learn about key federal certification programs, including Small Business Self-Certification, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) & 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business […]

This class provides a practical, business-focused introduction to using artificial intelligence (AI) for small business. Participants will learn steps to developing an AI Strategy tailored to small and mid-sized businesses, including how to identify business goals that AI can support, generative AI vs automation AI and strategic best practices. The session focuses on real-world tools, […]

The buzz in the business industry is SDVOSB- Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Certifications. Do you want to sell your products or services to the State/Government and receive preferential treatment applying for certifications? Or would you like to market your business as Veteran or Service-Disabled Veteran Business Owned? Amy Amoroso Director VBOC Region II […]

Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! This course will teach you how to apply for the major SBA federal contracting certification programs, including HUBZone certification, Woman-Owned (WOSB and Economically Disadvantaged WOSB) certification, Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) certification, and the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development certification. REGISTER HERE

Join us Wednesday, April 15 for this FREE webinar, “Is your Marketing Actually Working? A Veteran-to-Veteran Guide on What You Can’t Afford to Miss”, presented By Nelson VanDenburgh, Owner of Veteran Vibes. This practical webinar is designed specifically for Veteran entrepreneurs who want clear, actionable ways to market their businesses—regardless of industry or budget. Attendees will […]

Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. April 16 and Fri. April 17, 2026 from 8:30AM-12:30PM. Boots to Business Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras, Active Duty […]

The McNulty Veteran Business Center, the area’s preeminent Veteran entrepreneurship resource is partnering with the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency, and the Schenectady County Veterans Peer to Peer Program to offer the Veterans’ Service2Success Resource and Job Fair. Veterans’ Service2Success provides FREE access to entrepreneurship, employment, education and benefits information […]

Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! Touted as a “game-changer” when it was first introduced in 2016, the U.S. Small Business Administration’s All Small Mentor-Protégé Program isn’t new anymore. Known now as simply the “SBA Mentor-Protégé Program,” it remains a powerful tool for both large and small contractors. Join us for an insightful webinar […]

As a government contractor, you'll learn how to access the financial resources and market intelligence you need to compete for and win federal contracts. TFN Lending offers you specialized financing solutions - including working capital lines of credit, contract financing, and payroll funding - designed specifically for the unique cash flow challenges you face in […]

Windows of Opportunity is a practical guide for diverse-owned businesses exploring supplier diversity programs with government agencies and large corporations. This class explains the purpose and history of supplier diversity and outlines how public and private organizations create contracting opportunities. Participants will learn how to prepare their business for certification, strengthen financial documentation, scale sustainably […]

Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! Successful government contractors rely on more than opportunity searches—they rely on data-driven competitive intelligence. This course teaches you how to use federal procurement data to understand your market, refine your pricing strategy, and identify the agencies most likely to buy what you sell. Through a step-by-step, real-world example, you […]

Discover how to harness the combined power of email and social media to captivate your audience, grow your subscriber base, and drive meaningful conversions. We’ll discuss: Optimizing Your Social Profiles: Fine-tune your profiles to make a lasting impression and draw followers in. Crafting Compelling Content: Leverage storytelling techniques to create engaging narratives that resonate with […]