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2026 Small Business Advancement Conference In Partnership with CRMSDC
2026 Small Business Advancement Conference In Partnership with CRMSDC
2026 SMALL BUSINESS ADVANCEMENT CONFERENCE ATTENDEE REGISTRATION
AI As Business Infrastructure
Register › AI for the Work You Hate / May 20
Register › AI for the Work You Hate / May 20
This session will help you automate your most time-consuming administrative and communication tasks. You’ll walk away with practical tools and workflows you can implement immediately to save time and reduce manual effort. ----- This series shows you how to integrate AI into your business operations so the impact lasts beyond the training, with each session focused on real challenges and delivering tools you can use immediately. Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Register › AI That Talks to Your Customers / June 18
Register › AI That Talks to Your Customers / June 18
This session will focus on marketing, outreach, and a brand voice that reflects your business authentically. You’ll learn how to use AI to create consistent, compelling messaging that connects with your audience and drives engagement. ----- This series shows you how to integrate AI into your business operations so the impact lasts beyond the training, with each session focused on real challenges and delivering tools you can use immediately. Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Register › AI That Thinks with You / July 16
Register › AI That Thinks with You / July 16
This session covers strategic decision-making, research, and competitive intelligence. You’ll learn how to use AI to surface insights faster, evaluate opportunities with confidence, and stay ahead of market trends. ----- This series shows you how to integrate AI into your business operations so the impact lasts beyond the training, with each session focused on real challenges and delivering tools you can use immediately. Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Register › Build Your AI System / August 20
Register › Build Your AI System / August 20
This session will help you create a lasting AI Operating Guide that runs with your business after the series ends. It will serve as a practical, repeatable framework your team can rely on to maintain consistency, efficiency, and ongoing improvement. ----- This series shows you how to integrate AI into your business operations so the impact lasts beyond the training, with each session focused on real challenges and delivering tools you can use immediately. Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Cert.
Register › CMMC Foundations & Business Impact / June 23
Register › CMMC Foundations & Business Impact / June 23
Session 1: CMMC Foundations & Business Impact This session breaks down what CMMC is, why it matters, and how it directly affects your ability to compete for Department of Defense and federal contracts. You'll learn the certification framework, understand the business stakes for MBEs, and walk away with a clear sense of where your company stands today. Perfect for business leaders who need to get smart on cybersecurity compliance — fast.
Register › CMMC: NIST SP 800-171 Domain Deep Dive / July 23
Register › CMMC: NIST SP 800-171 Domain Deep Dive / July 23
Session 2: NIST SP 800-171 Domain Deep Dive This session takes you inside the technical backbone of CMMC: the NIST SP 800-171 control families that define what compliance actually looks like. You'll learn how to audit your current cybersecurity posture, identify priority gaps, and understand which controls carry the most weight for assessment. Built for leaders who want to move from awareness to action.
Register › CMMC: Implementation Strategies, Common Pitfalls, & Assessment Readiness / Aug 26
Register › CMMC: Implementation Strategies, Common Pitfalls, & Assessment Readiness / Aug 26
Session 3: Implementation Strategies, Common Pitfalls, & Assessment Readiness This session focuses on execution — turning what you've learned into a practical roadmap toward certification. You'll explore proven implementation strategies, learn how to avoid the costly mistakes that derail most small businesses, and get the tools you need to walk into your assessment with confidence. Ideal for MBEs ready to compete in AI, energy, and advanced manufacturing supply chains.
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