Small Business Basics & Government Contracting Fundamentals

Thu Feb 05 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-06:00

Petersen Auditorium, Shewmaker Center for Global Development at the Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) | Bentonville

Startup Junkie
Publisher/HostStartup Junkie
Small Business Basics & Government Contracting Fundamentals
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Build your business foundation and learn how to sell to the government. Covers basics, certifications, bidding, and proposals.
About this Event

​Are you a small business owner looking to strengthen your foundation and explore opportunities to sell to the government? Join the Arkansas APEX Accelerator and the Startup Junkie Foundation for an in-person workshop led by Kimberly Randle, Procurement Counselor with the Arkansas APEX Accelerator.

​This practical session covers the essentials of starting and growing a business while introducing the fundamentals of government contracting.

Topics include:

  • ​Creating a Lean Canvas business plan
  • ​Choosing the right business structure
  • ​Exploring financing and funding options
  • ​Low- and no-cost marketing strategies
  • ​How to identify government contract opportunities
  • ​Steps to become certified to respond to government contracts
  • ​Navigating the bidding process
  • ​Best practices for developing competitive proposals

​Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand into government contracting, this workshop provides a clear roadmap and actionable insights to help you move forward with confidence.

​There is no charge to attend. Arkansas APEX Accelerator services are provided at no cost to Arkansas businesses.

​To schedule an Office Hours appointment with Kimberly prior to the workshop, email [email protected].

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Petersen Auditorium, Shewmaker Center for Global Development at the Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC), 900 SE Eagle Way, Bentonville, United States

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