USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! For many innovative small businesses and startups, an SBIR or STTR award is their first government contract or grant. However, these programs come with unique compliance and certification requirements that differ significantly from standard federal procurement processes. Understanding these rules is crucial, as non-compliance can jeopardize award eligibility, lead to false claims sanctions, […]
The McNulty Veteran Business Center, the area’s preeminent Veteran entrepreneurship resource is partnering with the Veterans Resource & Outreach Center, Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency, and Schenectady County Veterans Peer to Peer Program to offer the Veterans’ Service2Success Resource and Job Fair. Veterans’ Service2Success provides FREE access to entrepreneurship, employment, […]
Join us April 29 as Sunmark Federal Credit Union presents on Identity Theft. In this webinar you will gain a clear understanding of identity theft, including what it is, how it happens, and how to protect yourself. This presentation provides practical steps to minimize risk and immediate actions to take if you become a victim. […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! Navigating the federal marketplace can be challenging for small business owners, especially when they lack access to critical information about government contracts, award decisions, and potential competition. Many businesses don’t realize they have the right to request and obtain valuable contract-related information through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)—a tool that […]
Join us, Wednesday, May 7th, from 10-11:30am 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, […]
Supporting a military career can be a job all on its own. Military spouses looking to start or grow a small business need help. For this reason, SBA offers the same flexible resources for spouses as we do for veteran business owners. Please join us in celebrating National Military Spouse Day with a one-hour virtual […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! When the government terminates a contract for convenience, it can leave contractors facing significant financial and operational setbacks. To mitigate these impacts, businesses must act quickly to prepare a thorough termination settlement proposal—one that captures incurred costs, outstanding commitments, and lost profits on completed work. This webinar offers practical guidance on […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! For small business set-aside contracts, including socioeconomic set-asides like the 8(a) program, a federal contractor must meet the SBA’s size standards. These size standards vary by industry and solicitation and are based on either average annual receipts or the number of employees. But size alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Many […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! Revolutionize the way your company presents its experience and past performance in the marketplace. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or part of a large enterprise, this fast-paced and high-energy session will equip you with the strategies and tools you need to dramatically improve how your company is perceived […]
Join us Wednesday May 21st 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 […]
Register for this upcoming FREE 2 day training course May 22 & 23, 2025 from 8:30AM-1PM. 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 […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! New tariffs can create serious challenges for federal government contractors, affecting everything from material costs to pricing stability and supply chain reliability. This webinar will explore key ways tariffs impact contractors—and how businesses can proactively identify risks and implement strategies to minimize exposure. REGISTER HERE
