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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with the State of California & Meet Certification Requirements
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business whose interested in learning more about getting certified? Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn what it takes to get certified and work with Utilities and the State of California! \nJoin our engaging three-part virtual and in-person series designed to educate small businesses about the State of California’s certification process and how to compete for state and utility contracts. You’ll receive information on how to get certified\, connect with procurement professionals\, and avoid common pitfalls. \nLearning about the certification process is the first step—let us teach you what it takes to get certified confidently and clearly! \nThen\, join us for step 2 on June 10th to begin the process of getting certified. At our in-person California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State and Utility Buyers\, you will meet and connect with state and utility buyers. You can purchase your ticket here. \nLastly\, join us for step 3 to learn how to leverage the buyer connections you made to turn them into contracting opportunities for your small business! \n  \n\nSession 1 (ONLINE): How To Do Business With The State Of California Wednesday\, June 4\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nLearn the essentials of working with the state: \n\nSB/DVBE certification Using Cal eProcure\nFinding bid opportunities\nResearching past purchases\nConnecting with SB/DVBE Advocates\nUnderstanding Commercially Useful Function\nAvailable business resources\n\nSPEAKER: Mariela Whyte\nBilingual Business Outreach Liaison \nOffice of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business \n  \n\nSession 2 (IN -PERSON): California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State & Utility Buyers | June 10\, 2025 | 8:00 AM -6:30 PM | Delta Hotel by Marriott\, 2200 E Holt Ave\, Ontario CA 91761 \nThis event is designed to help you start your certification application process\, connect directly with State and utility buyers\, and engage in a sponsor appreciation reception to network with agency partners\, prime contractors\, and fellow businesses in a relaxed setting as well as a matchmaking event. Learn more and register below. \nRegister here \n  \n\n  \nSession 3 (ONLINE): I’m Certified. Now What? Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nTake your knowledge further: \n\nAcquisition methods\nExempt contracts\nLeveraged Procurement Agreements\nProcurement do’s and don’ts.\nCommercially Useful Function\nPractical resources to support you\n\nSPEAKER: Joann Patty\nBilingual Business Outreach Liaison \nOffice of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \n\n  \nWho Should Attend? All small business owners—whether certified or not—as well as certified SB/DVBE firms and anyone eager to secure state contracts are welcome to join us. \nElevate your business to new heights! Enhance your contracting journey and unlock exciting avenues for growth and success! \n*Please note: This registration page is for the online portion of the event series only. To complete your registration for the in person event please visit this link. \nRecommendations and requirements:\n\nThis is a secure online (zoom) meeting. All participants are required to register on their zoom account 48 hours prior to the event.\n\nFuture Sponsorships \nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at mmsolano@nlbwa-ie.org \nWant to support our #NLBWAIE mission? Become a volunteer or donate to one of our causes.
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