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SUMMARY:score: 2026 Hottest Business Ideas\, Trends & Markets
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 (Online) \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CST \nSCORE: 2026 Hottest Business Ideas\, Trends & Markets \nDescription: Are you planning to start a business in 2026 or expand your current company? Don’t get left behind! Understanding the latest business trends\, ideas\, and markets is essential to staying competitive. In this webinar\, you will explore the latest business trends\, startup ideas\, and shifting consumer behaviors. Our expert presenter will share practical insights on how small businesses can adapt\, innovate\, and position their products and services to meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s customers. You will learn about: \n• America’s ever-changing demographics.\n• How Gen Z has established itself as a powerful consumer force\n• The triggers that entice consumers to buy\n• Recession-proof business concepts\n• Hottest retail concepts\n• Best ways to reach today’s customers\nRegister for this free session to receive an exclusive $20 discount code for our upcoming Getting Started with Retail Course. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Online \nQuestions contact: SCORE\, 800-634-0245 \nRegistration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78619
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SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator: Supply Chain Strategy Made Simple for Government Contractors
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 (Online) \nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST \nAPEX Accelerator: Supply Chain Strategy Made Simple for Government Contractors \nDescription: Government contracts are won on paper but delivered through the supply chain. For small contractors\, the difference between profitable growth and costly penalties often comes down to how well their supply chain is managed. Yet many GovCon firms still operate reactively—putting performance\, margins\, and growth opportunities at risk. This webinar makes supply chain strategy simple and actionable for government contractors. You’ll learn the four pillars of a strong GovCon supply chain—alignment\, visibility\, resilience\, and scalability—and how to put them into practice right away. Topics include running a lightweight monthly SIOP review\, using supplier scorecards to strengthen performance\, applying PFEP (Plan for Every Part) to streamline materials\, and setting smarter inventory policies to free up cash. Participants will also receive ready-to-use tools: a sample SIOP agenda\, supplier scorecard template\, PFEP worksheet\, and KPI tracker. With these resources\, you’ll be able to strengthen delivery performance\, improve margins\, and build the operational credibility that primes and federal agencies look for in trusted partners. By the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n• Understand the role of supply chain strategy in winning and performing government contracts.\n• Apply a simple monthly planning cadence (SIOP lite) to align demand\, supply\, and cash flow.\n• Use supplier scorecards and performance reviews to improve on-time delivery and quality.\n• Implement PFEP (Plan for Every Part) basics to streamline materials and inventory management.\n• Build a 90-day action plan with KPIs that directly support stronger CPARS and growth readiness.\nTarget Audience: Small business owners and executives in government contracting; contract and program managers; operations and supply chain leaders; procurement/buyer teams; CFO/COO of small GovCon firms; Veteran-\, Woman-\, and Minority-owned primes and subs. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Online \nQuestions contact: Veronica Doga\, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6250 \nRegistration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78582
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SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator: How to Grow Your Government Sales with Micro-Purchases
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 (Online) \nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST \nAPEX Accelerator: How to Grow Your Government Sales with Micro-Purchases \nDescription: Many small businesses assume they need to win large\, complex government contracts to succeed in government sales—but that’s not the reality. Thousands of businesses build consistent\, profitable revenue by focusing exclusively on micro-purchases\, a simplified buying method that allows agencies to buy directly from vendors without lengthy solicitations or heavy compliance requirements. In this session\, you’ll learn how micro-purchases work\, why recent threshold increases have made them more valuable than ever\, and how small businesses can use them as a low-barrier entry point into government sales. We’ll show you how micro-purchases can help you get your foot in the door\, generate steady revenue\, and even build a full-time business—without competing for large contracts or navigating the traditional procurement maze. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how to approach government buyers\, what they need\, and how to create a simple\, repeatable sales process that works within the micro-purchase framework. You’ll Learn: \n• What micro-purchases are and why recent threshold changes make them more lucrative than ever\n• How to identify\, approach\, and sell directly to government buyers using a simple\, repeatable process\n• Real-world examples of small businesses (including ours!) that have built successful\, scalable models through micro-purchases\n• Step-by-step strategies to streamline your micro-purchase sales cycle—from outreach to payment\nWhether you’re just exploring government sales or looking for a faster\, less intimidating way to generate revenue\, this webinar will show you how to build momentum without the stress\, delays\, and complexity of traditional contracting. Target Audience: This webinar is ideal for: \n• Small business owners new to government sales\n• Solo consultants\, freelancers\, and service providers\n• Mom-and-pop shops looking for consistent\, manageable revenue\n• Early-stage government contractors seeking faster wins\n• GovCon startups that want to validate their offer before pursuing larger contracts\nNo prior government contracting experience is required. This session is designed for businesses that want a simpler\, more accessible path into government sales. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Online \nQuestions contact: Veronica Doga\, vdoga@unomaha.edu 402-554-6250 \nRegistration Link: https://www.sba.gov/event/78581
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