Reflecting on Samantha Power’s Tenure as USAID Administrator

As the Biden Administration draws to a close, what will be Samantha Power’s legacy as the head of USAID? On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, Administrator Power took the stage at the Center for Global Development to tackle important geopolitical and development issues, while highlighting how USAID has adapted to meet these challenges head-on. Tune in … [Read more…]

USAID – Recruit, Hire, and Administer Personal Services Contract (RHAPSC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Industry Day

USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) is considering a new and experimental approach to procuring Personal Service Contractors (PSCs). The Agency is inviting interested businesses to a virtual Industry Day on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. ET to clarify the Government’s approach and invite comments and questions. Interested businesses must preregister by using … [Read more…]

Webinar: Money Smart – Record keeping for business success

The Small Business Administration (SBA) in partnership with the Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a free webinar, Money Smart for Small Business: Record Keeping for a Small Business. There will be webinars on other modules–such as financial management, cash flow management, building credit, insurance, etc.–in the coming weeks and months. Check the chamber’s events calendar … [Read more…]

FREE CONFERENCE (ONLINE) – European Compliance and Ethics Conference (October 16, 2024)

The European Compliance and Ethics Conference will be held online on October 16, 2024. Registration is free. How can compliance officers manage multiple shifts, all while anticipating the next curveball headed their way, driving innovation, embedding resilience within their organizations and empowering people?‍At the 5th edition of Europe’s largest Compliance and Ethics Conference, we will … [Read more…]

Conference on Ukraine: Event Summary

The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) Ukraine Conference took place on September 10-12, 2024. Focus was on USAID’s ongoing efforts in Ukraine, USAID’s Acquisition and Assistance Strategy, burden reduction efforts, and focus on innovation. USAID Industry Liaison Matt Johnson and OSDBU representatives Enrique Steiner and Janiere Pereira held business matchmaking sessions. USAID’s senior development advisor … [Read more…]

WOSB/EDWOSB Overview and Certification Process (October 3rd, 2024)

Certifying as a women-owned business is an important step in the federal procurement process.  Getting the right information before you start can save you time and money. Join the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce for an overview of the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program. This meeting will provide an overview of the WOSB/EDWOSB program, … [Read more…]