# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Introduction to Government Contracting: Government Contracting Essentials Series
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: This series is brought to you through a powerful collaboration between APEX Accelerator and the Women’s Business Center at Increasing H.O.P.E, designed to equip you with the tools and confidence to successfully navigate government contracting.

Meet Your Experts: Ron Conner and his experienced APEX team will guide you through every step of the process, sharing practical insights and answering your questions along the way. To keep your momentum going, enroll in a one-on-one coaching session with WBC/Increasing H.O.P.E business coaches. These personalized sessions will help you stay on track and implement actionable steps toward success.

Training Series: Government Contracting Essentials

Join us in February, March, and April 2026 for in-person sessions on key government contracting topics. Registration is required. Attend multiple sessions for a complete overview. Light snacks provided—feel free to bring your lunch! APEX Team

Introduction to Government Contracting- February 26, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

o Overview of federal, state, and local contracting opportunities

o Key terminology and processes

Key Compliance Requirements -March 26, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

o Certifications, registrations (SAM.gov, etc.)

o Common compliance pitfalls and how to avoid them

Understanding Procurement Processes - April 23, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

o How solicitations work

o Bid preparation and evaluation criteria
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/north-charleston/introduction-to-government-contracting-government-contracting-essentials-series/200029599137748
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://wbc.increasinghope.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=1460019&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=north+charleston-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: North Charleston
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 8570 Rivers Ave, Suite 120, North Charleston, SC, United States, South Carolina 29406
- **lat**: 32.96285
- **long**: -80.04304
- **full address**: 8570 Rivers Ave, Suite 120, North Charleston, SC, United States, South Carolina 29406

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Increasing HOPE: Financial Training and Women's Business Center (https://allevents.in/org/increasing-hope-financial-training-and-womens-business-center/4587477)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 8570 Rivers Ave, Suite 120, North Charleston, SC, United States, South Carolina 29406
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Increasing HOPE: Financial Training and Women's Business Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Introduction to Government Contracting: Government Contracting Essentials Series ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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