Date: Oct 15, 2025

Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am (EDT)

Status: All Events - Open

Registration Deadline: 10/15/2025 8:00 am (EDT)

Fee: Free

Point of Contact: Marissa Henkel, mhenkel@emdc.org

Center: Web-Based

Location: Online

Training Topics: Government Contracting

Description:

Join us for an informative session on two powerful programs designed to help small businesses grow and succeed in the federal marketplace.

Jim Pineau from the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide an overview of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program, highlighting how it connects small businesses with experienced mentors to strengthen capabilities and open doors to federal contracting opportunities.

Marissa Henkel, Procurement Counselor with Maine APEX Accelerator, will present on the DoD’s Mentor-Protégé Program, the longest-running program of its kind, focused on helping small businesses expand their footprint in the defense supply chain.

This webinar will cover:

• Program overviews and key differences
• Eligibility requirements
• How to participate
• Benefits for both mentors and protégés

Don’t miss this chance to learn how your business can leverage these programs to build capacity, gain experience, and compete more effectively in the federal marketplace.