How to fund your Veteran Owned Business
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Did you know that there are special loan programs available specifically for veteran-owned businesses like yours? When you’re growing your business, you could take advantage of discounted interest rates and more favorable loan terms, keeping more money in your business!
Join Pursuit’s Keri Pratico Vice President and Senior Business Development Officer to learn more about these programs and others that can benefit your veteran-owned business! You’ll walk away with actionable advice to get you prepared for a loan application and more.
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GOVOLOGY: Limitations on Subcontracting: A Step-by-Step Compliance Guide
2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:30
Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register!
Limitations on Subcontracting (LoS) is one of the most confusing—and most enforced—rules in government contracting.
For small businesses and their teaming partners, getting it wrong can lead to serious consequences. And the challenge? You may be asked to prove compliance at any point—before, during, or after contract performance.
This training breaks down LoS in clear, practical terms so you can understand what’s required and how to stay compliant.
What You’ll Learn

What the limitations on subcontracting rule actually requires
How LoS applies to set-aside and sole-source contracts
A step-by-step process to determine and maintain compliance
Common pitfalls that can put your company at risk
Real-world examples to help you apply the rule with confidence

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Business Planning 101
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:00
Join us Wednesday, May 20, from 10-11 AM ET as Amy Amoroso, Director of VBOC NY/NJ will discuss how to utilize LivePlan to create your business plan from an idea to concept. She will walk you through LivePlan with a step-by-step guide on how to create your plan for accessing capital or for your own organizational needs or purposes.
· Overview of business plans and why they are needed
· Step-by-step guide of LivePlan
· How to access capital
· Eligibility for access to LivePlan
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GOVOLOGY: Unlocking DoD Industrial Base Opportunities: Navigating IBAS, OTAs, and the Cornerstone Consortium
2026-05-20 13:00 - 14:30
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The Department of Defense is investing billions of dollars to strengthen and expand the United States defense industrial base. These investments span advanced manufacturing, supply chain resiliency, workforce development, automation, technology innovation, and critical capability expansion.
This training provides a practical roadmap to understanding and engaging directly with the Department of Defense through the Cornerstone Consortium in support of the Department’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program.
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GOVOLOGY: Introduction to DCAA and the Audit Process: Understanding the Essentials
2026-06-02 13:00 - 14:30
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The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accountability of defense contracting processes. Join DCAA for an informative and engaging webinar that introduces DCAA and the audit process. This webinar is designed to help contractors, government agencies, and industry professionals understand the role of DCAA, its organizational structure, and the audit process.
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Intellectual Property Fundamentals, Presented By the USPTO
2026-06-03 13:00 - 14:00
Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Learn about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovations as you transition from idea to product. The session will cover:
• What is the USPTO?
• An overview of intellectual property types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP.
• How to get started in protecting your intellectual property.
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GOVOLOGY: Evolving DoD Contractor Cybersecurity Requirements
2026-06-09 13:00 - 14:30
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The United States’ adversaries are actively working to steal the nation’s military and industrial competitive advantage. Today’s ubiquitous, highly interconnected information systems make that theft easier than ever. The U.S. federal government recognizes the risk to sensitive information housed in contractors’ systems, such as Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). As a result, all federal contractors must implement basic cybersecurity requirements in the internal IT systems that process federal contract-related data.
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How to Register as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00
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 NY/NJ will discuss how to get certified with both State and Federal agencies, what additional resources are available to you, and how to start networking and selling to State and Federal agencies.
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A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:00
Social media is a powerful tool that influences how people connect, support causes, and make purchasing decisions. In this one-hour session, you’ll learn how to create a simple yet effective social media strategy that drives awareness, grows your following, and turns engagement into action.
● Influence Your Audience: Discover how to hook your audience’s attention—just like 45%of shoppers who turn to social media for inspiration.
● Build Connections: Learn why 20% of consumers are more likely to buy from brands they can communicate with on social media.
● Simplify Your Strategy: Master the essentials of social media success, including the 15-minute social media plan and tips for getting started with paid ads.
● Maximize Your Reach: Claim your name across all channels, pick a primary platform to focus on, and tailor your posts for each channel to expand your impact.
● Engage for Growth: Use social media to increase awareness, provide top-notch customer service, and inspire your audience to take action.
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GOVOLOGY: Methods for Communicating Your Past Performance to Accelerate Government Sales
2026-06-16 13:00 - 14:30
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If you’re looking for practical strategies to better position and communicate your company’s experience and past performance, this training session will transform the way you market and differentiate your business. In this fast-paced and educational session, you’ll learn why many companies struggle to effectively market their experience and how to avoid common positioning mistakes that lead to limited differentiation. Through real-world examples, participants will learn how to map the value of past performance and strategically “bridge” that value to strengthen market position, increase perceived maturity, and better communicate capabilities to prospective clients and partners.
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GOVOLOGY: The Govology Advantage: How to Turn Knowledge into Competitive Edge
2026-06-17 11:00 - 12:30
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Too many businesses enter the government marketplace relying on random YouTube videos, outdated advice, or trial-and-error strategies that can lead to wasted time, costly mistakes, compliance issues, and missed opportunities.
Some contractors submit bids without fully understanding the rules, pricing strategies, compliance requirements, or how the government buying process actually works. Others spend thousands of dollars chasing the wrong guidance or trying to piece together information from unreliable sources online.
In this live training session, we’ll show you how successful government contractors use structured education, strategic learning pathways, and practical guidance to reduce risk, avoid common mistakes, and build a stronger foundation for long-term success.
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Resources for Inventors, Innovators & Entrepreneurs, USPTO
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00
Do you know about the free resources the USPTO offers for inventors and entrepreneurs? Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the wide array of resources offered by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to support inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Learn how to navigate the patent and trademark process, protect your intellectual property, and access valuable tools like the Inventor Assistance Program, Pro Bono services, and educational materials tailored to help you bring your ideas to life.
Whether you’re at the idea stage or ready to grow, this session will provide actionable information and guidance to empower your entrepreneurial journey.
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Boots to Business Reboot: Online, New York, NY
2026-06-18 08:30 - 2026-06-19 12:30
Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. June 18 and Fri. June 19, 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 Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), and spouses are eligible to participate.

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GOVOLOGY: Ethics in Federal Government Contracting
2026-06-23 13:00 - 14:30
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Contracting with the federal government requires companies to operate under heightened ethical and compliance standards. At the same time, competitive intelligence and strategic business development efforts are often critical to remaining competitive in the government marketplace. Understanding where the legal and ethical boundaries exist under procurement law, however, is not always intuitive.
In this informative webinar, government contracts attorney Nicole Pottroff will break down the fundamentals of procurement integrity and explain the key ethics rules every federal contractor should understand. Attendees will gain practical insight into how ethics regulations apply throughout the contracting lifecycle and learn how to identify and avoid common compliance pitfalls that can expose organizations to significant legal and financial risk.
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Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online, New York, NY
2026-06-25 08:30 - 2026-06-26 13:00
Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. June 25th and Fri. June 26th, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM.
Military spouses make great entrepreneurs, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost.
In this course, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research, economics, legal considerations, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital, receiving technical assistance, earning contracting opportunities, and more.
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GOVOLOGY: Breaking into GovCon: A DCAA Perspective
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:30
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Are you ready to navigate the complex world of government contracting? This presentation provides a comprehensive overview from the Defense Contract Audit Agency’s (DCAA) perspective, equipping potential government contractors with the essential knowledge to confidently break into the Defense Industrial Base. DCAA will demystify the different contract vehicles, including Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursement, Time and Materials, and Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Understand the risks and rewards associated with each type and how they impact your business operations. Additionally, learn what factors the government considers when determining if a prospective contractor is responsible for performing under government contracts.
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VA Benefits
2026-07-01 10:00 - 10:30
VA benefits, the do’s and don’ts, the pitfalls, the presumptions, and the headaches you can avoid. Please join us for a breakdown (Barney style) of VA benefits and how to be aware of what is occurring with your claim(s). Differences between pro se filings, VSO’s, claims companies, and attorney advocates. Information from filings, Higher Level reviews, Supplemental claims and Appeals to the Board.
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Morning Coffee with Amy
2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00
Join us, Tuesday, July 7, from 10-11:00AM ET for this free hour-long session and bring all your small business questions. These questions can include but not limited to, government contracting, certifications, access to capital, grants, how to start or expand your small business, when to utilize professional services, marketing, economics, resources for veteran owned business, or international trade. There is no limit to the number of questions that you can ask or the topic you wish to discuss.
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Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online, New York, NY
2026-09-24 08:30 - 2026-09-25 13:00
Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. Sept 24th and Fri. Sept 25th, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM.
Military spouses make great entrepreneurs, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost.
In this course, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research, economics, legal considerations, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital, receiving technical assistance, earning contracting opportunities, and more.
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Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online, New York, NY
2026-11-19 08:30 - 2026-11-20 13:00
Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. Nov. 19th and Fri. Nov. 20th, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM.
Military spouses make great entrepreneurs, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost.
In this course, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research, economics, legal considerations, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital, receiving technical assistance, earning contracting opportunities, and more.
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