APEX Accelerator: Maximize Your Potential with the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program (2026 Update)

April 21, 2026 (Online Only)
Time: 12:00 PM — 1:30 PM CST
Description: Touted as a “gamechanger” 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 with Govology’s Legal Analyst, Steven Koprince, to gain an in-depth understanding of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program and how it can be a catalyst for your business growth and success in the government marketplace. Mr. Koprince will share practical insights and real-world examples to help you maximize the benefits of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program. This comprehensive webinar will focus on the following topics:

• Eligibility Requirements: Understand who can participate in the program and the criteria you need to meet.
• Program Benefits: Discover the advantages of the program, such as forming special mentor-protégé joint ventures that can significantly boost your company’s capabilities, expand its capacity, and provide you with valuable experience. In addition, the Mentor-Protégé program can improve your team’s collective experience and performance history to achieve higher scores during government evaluations.
• Application Process: Get a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the program successfully.
• Common Misconceptions and Pitfalls: Learn about the common challenges and mistakes to avoid making the most of the program.

Whether you are a small business owner looking to grow or a mentor seeking to make a meaningful impact, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed. Target Audience: Small business owners and entrepreneurs, government contractors, business development professionals, anyone interested in learning about the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program.
Cost: Free
Location: Online
Questions contact: Veronica Doga, nebraskaAPEX@unomaha.edu, (402) 554-6253
Registration Link: https://nbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10340