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SUMMARY:Upstate RING Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Upstate RING comprises a ten-county area\, including Greenville\, Spartanburg and Anderson\, along the I-85 corridor in South Carolina. Manufacturing\, distribution\, logistics\, and technology are all prominent business industries in the upstate and are changing dynamics of jobs and influencing the way entrepreneurs are starting\, growing\, and acquiring businesses. With several automotive and aerospace related companies headquartered in the upstate supported by a strong system of higher education\, it is considered one of the strongest manufacturing sectors in the United States\, making it a popular hub for entrepreneurs of all ages and backgrounds. \nWe welcome corporate partners and MBEs to join out monthly meetings (1st Wednesday @ 11am) and learn more about the many opportunities for networking\, professional development\, business growth and capacity building. \n\nWednesday\, April 3\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, May 1\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, June 5\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, July 3\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, September 4\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, October 2\, 2024 | Register Here\nWednesday\, November 6\, 2024 | Register Here\n\nRegister for Upstate RING Meetings Here
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/upstate-ring-meeting-3/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:RING,Webinar
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SUMMARY:2024 Regional Government Purchasing Expo
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TODAY!\nRegister by October 8th 2024\nCost:$25 \nPurchasing and Construction representatives from Chesterfield County\, Hanover County\, Henrico County\, and the City of Richmond will present purchasing information\, purchasing construction information\, and construction project updates. Network with the end-users\, Purchasing Buyers and Project Managers. \nWhen: Wednesday October 16th\nWhere: Henrico Sports & Events Center\, 1 All Star Boulevard Glen Allen\, VA 23059 \nSchedule:\n8:45 Check-in and Light Breakfast\n9:15-11:30 Purchasing Q&A With Directors and networking with Buyers and representatives\n1:00-3:30 Purchasing Construction Q&A With Directors and networking with Buyers\, PMs and representatives \n\n\n\nFor more information:\nAnnette Ross\, Supplier Relations Manager\nEmail: ros096@henrico.gov\nTel: (804)501-5689 \nMission\nTo professionally procure all goods and services essential to Henrico County and Henrico County Public Schools\, and to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the procurement process in an environment that is fair to all qualified suppliers. \nVision Statement\nThe Purchasing Division is committed to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the procurement process in an environment that is fair to all qualified suppliers. \nValues Statement\nThe Purchasing Division is guided in procurement procedures by several established values. These guiding values include but are not limited to: \n\nConducting all procurement in accordance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) and the Henrico County Procurement Manual policies and procedures.\nMaximizing and encouraging fair competition\, and providing interested and qualified suppliers with an opportunity to offer their products and/or services to the County.\nObtaining the highest quality goods and services for all of our customers through the practice of innovative purchasing techniques\, constant market research\, and diligent contract negotiations.\nPerforming with the highest degree of ethics and integrity.\n\nAbout Us\nThe Purchasing Division provides a centralized purchasing system for general government and schools to comply with statutory requirements\, as well as to assure the purchase of all goods and services needed by all departments and agencies are procured at the most economical price. The division is also charged with the responsibility of conducting periodic sales of surplus items which are no longer needed by the County or the school system and disposal of unclaimed merchandise and personal property collected by the Division of Police. \n  \nGovernance\nThe Purchasing Division conducts public purchasing in accordance with the Code of Virginia\, Title 2.2 Chapter 43 – Virginia Public Procurement Act and the Code of the County of Henrico\, Virginia\, Chapter 16 – Public Procurement. \nLocation\nThe Purchasing Division is physically located at: \n8600 Staples Mill Road\nHenrico\, VA 23228 \nThe Purchasing Division mailing address is: \nHenrico County – Department of Finance\, Purchasing Division\nPO Box 90775\nHenrico\, VA 23273 \n  \nOffice Hours and Main Contact Number\nHours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday \nMain Phone Number: (804) 501-5660 \nFax Number: (804) 501-5693
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/2024-regional-government-purchasing-expo/
LOCATION:Henrico Sports & Events Center\, 1 All Star Boulevard\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corporate Partner,In Person
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SUMMARY:MLP (Midlands\, Lowcountry Pee-Dee) RING Meeting
DESCRIPTION:When We Meet\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome you to join our community and connect with our Corporate and MBE members through our monthly meetings and any networking events scheduled. Our goal is to create an environment that fosters solid relationships and provide growth opportunities within South Carolina and surrounding areas. \n\nMarch 21 (12pm) (Register Here)\nApril 18 (12pm) (Register Here)\nMay 16 (12pm) (Register Here)\nJune 20 (12pm) (Register Here)\nSept 19 (12pm) (Register Here)\nOctober 17 (12pm) (Register Here)
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/mlp-midlands-lowcountry-pee-dee-ring-meeting-3/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:RING
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