IN APEX Accelerator

Introduction to Federal Contracting
2025-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Please join Indiana APEX as we review an introduction course to federal contracting. If you are curious about how selling your goods or services to the government works, or would like the opportunity to learn about some of the basics, then join us at 12:00 PM EST on Tuesday, February 25. This event will be virtual via Microsoft Teams and will be hosted by our Central APEX Accelerator, Kevin Albert. To register, please email Kevin at kealbert@iedc.in.gov. The Microsoft Teams link will be sent out prior to the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Kevin.

Small Business Training with Indiana APEX
2025-02-26 09:00 - 11:00
Join the Indiana APEX team and alliances as provide education on IN-STEP Grant program Funding (Indiana State Trade & Export Promotion Program) , SBA MPP (Mentor Prote’ge’ Program) overview, Defense Production Act Title III review, and FOCI (Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence) rules. We will provide essential information for small businesses interested in education on the topics covered. Enjoy this interactive training with Indiana APEX.
Our in-person space is limited to early registration is appreciated. This will be a hybrid training session.

Indiana Semiconductor Industry: Potential Opportunities
2025-02-27 10:00 - 12:00
Indiana Semiconductor Industry Potential Opportunities
Billions of dollars in semiconductor/microprocessor manufacturing investment will be starting in Indiana.

South Korean chip manufacturer SK Hynix has chosen West Lafayette as the site for its new $3.9B packaging plant.
Illinois-based NHanced Semiconductors will invest more than $236 million to build and equip a 100,000-square-foot facility at the WestGate@Crane Technology Park.
Everspin Technologies, a publicly-traded company based in Arizona, plans to establish a 10,000-square-foot fabrication and R&D site at WestGate One.
Trusted Semiconductor Solutions (TSS) and ReliableMicro Systems are also expanding their operations in Indiana.

Much has been written in public press releases about these investments, and the workforce education and research initiatives that are complimentary to this industry. However, little has been published regarding how existing Indiana businesses can take advantage of the new opportunities as a result of the significant investment.
In this workshop, we will:

Provide an overview of the semiconductor manufacturing growth in Indiana.
Share the results of a semiconductor industry study focused on Indiana that highlights potential opportunities.
Ask for feedback regarding the support that your business would require to address the potential opportunities.

We will use this feedback to apply for grant funding to support your diversification efforts.

Who should attend? Business owners and leaders who are interested in diversifying their revenue streams.
Workshop length: 2 hours

City of Indianapolis 2025 Feb. Bid Submission Workshop
2025-02-28 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on Feb. 28th from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City-County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

Exploring New Revenue Streams - Anderson
2025-03-05 14:00 - 16:00
As a small business, you’re always on the lookout for new clients to help your company grow strong. The SBA and our network of resources is here to help!
During this workshop, we’ll introduce you to local SBA resources who can help you start exploring ways to diversify your revenue streams and begin doing business with the world’s biggest buyer, the U.S. Government. In this workshop, we’ll introduce you to:

Local SBA resource partner councelors at the East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center who provide one-on-one counseling and mentorship for the life-cycle of your small business
Indiana APEX Accelerator advisor Jeff Andelin who can help you explore contracts with the Department of Defense and other federal agencies
*Step-by-step instruction on how to register your small business on SAM.gov, the official U.S. Government System for Awards Management, and the first step you need to take on your federal contracting journey, and
SBA certifications, which can increase your small businesses’ eligibility power when bidding on federal contracts.

*Please bring your laptop and have documentation found on the SAM.gov Entity Registration Checklist handy to complete SAM.gov registration.
All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Questions? Please email laura.schafsnitz@sba.gov. Seating is limited so register to save your spot today!

Marketing Yourself to Federal Agencies: Capabilities Statements & DSBS
2025-03-13 11:30 - 13:00
Please join Indiana APEX as we present an introduction course on creating a compelling Capabilities Statement and how to optimize your potential on the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile. This presentation will be advantageous to both beginners and current contractors. If you want to know how to market yourself, be competitive, and how to create a good first impression with your capabilities statement, website, and DSBS profile then join us at 12:00 PM EDT on Thursday, March 13, 2025. This event will be hosted by our Central and North Central APEX Accelerator Counselors, Kevin Albert and Caroline Storms. To register please email Kevin or Caroline at kealbert@iedc.in.gov or cstorms@iedc.in.gov . The Microsoft Teams link will be sent out prior to the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Kevin Albert or Caroline Storms. Thanks, and see you there!

SBIR/STTR Fireside Chat & Panel Discussion
2025-03-18 15:00 - 17:00
Please join us on March 18 from 3-5pm in the Welborn Community Room for an insightful Fireside Chat & Panel Discussion, designed to help entrepreneurs understand Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)funding and how to leverage it for startup success. Beyond SBIR/STTR, we’ll explore the broader funding journey for technology and innovation startups—from launch to exit. Jim Haddan, SW APEX Accelerator, will provide APEX Accelerator resources.
Register Now to Save Your Seat
This event will feature Scott Massey, CEO & Co-Founder of Anu™, a Southwest Indiana entrepreneur actively navigating this funding path. Through his story, attendees will gain real-world insights into available funding resources and tools.
Our panelists will share additional resources, paths, and strategies available for businesses aiming to achieve SBIR or STTR funding.
Panelists:

Nicholas Kuhn, VP of Hardtech at Elevate Ventures
Matt Burkett, Director of Innovation Pathways at the Applied Research Institute (ARI)
Logan Jenkins, Executive Director of the Indiana Center for Emerging Technologies (ICET)
Scott Massey, CEO & Co-Founder of Anu™

The panel discussion will be moderated by Andie Hines-Lagemann, Director of Engagement & EQ Practitioner at Elevate Ventures.

FOCI & DPA Title III
2025-03-25 12:00 - 13:00
Please join Indiana APEX as we present an introduction couse on FOCI (Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence) and DPA Title III. This webinar will provide a basic understanding of each topic and education on how FOCI and DPA Title III impact you when participating in government contracts. This presentation will be advantageous to both beginners and current contractors.
If you would like to learn more about FOCI & DPA Title III, please join us at 12:00 PM EDT on Tuesday, March 25th. This event will be hosted by our North Central and Central Counselors, Caroline Storms and Kevin Albert.
To register, please email Caroline (cstorms@iedc.ingov) or Kevin (kealbert@iedc.in.gov). The Microsoft Teams link will be sent out prior to the meeting. If you have questions, please contact Caroline or Kevin for assistance!

Unlocking Government Contracts: Your Path to Certification & Success
2025-03-26 12:30 - 13:30
Ready to grow your business through government contracting? Join our workshop to learn the certification process, key requirements, and opportunities available to certified contractors. Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, we’ll provide the tools and knowledge to help you succeed in the government sector.
Don’t miss this chance to boost your chances of winning contracts!
Contact Chris Meyer at chrmeyer@iedc.in.gov to register.

City of Indianapolis 2025 Mar. Bid Submission Workshop
2025-03-28 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on Mar. 28 from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

Unlocking Government Contracts: Your Path to Certification & Success
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00
Ready to grow your business through government contracting? Join our workshop to learn the certification process, key requirements, and opportunities available to certified contractors. Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, we’ll provide the tools and knowledge to help you succeed in the government sector.
Don’t miss this chance to boost your chances of winning contracts!
It is an in-person event.
Purdue Research Park,
1281 Win Hentschel Blvd.
West Lafayette
Directions to conference room:
Small Conference Room 6. To get to Small Conference Room 6, take the elevator to the second floor, turn right, and go through the door, Room 6 is the first room on the right.
Contact Chris Meyer at chrmeyer@iedc.in.gov to register.

City of Indianapolis 2025 April Bid Submission Workshop
2025-04-25 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on April 25 from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

2025 U.S. Army MICC Advance Planning Briefing for Ind
2025-05-05 08:00 - 2025-05-08 16:00
The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) will hold its command-wide virtual Advance Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI) event from May 5th to May 8th, 2025. The MICC remains committed to maintaining small business transparency and increasing competition to ensure Army readiness and a viable, robust industrial base.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT now!
Registration closes on April 21, 2025. After April 21st, but before May 5th, you will receive an email containing links to access each daily event. Please ensure your email address is correct upon registration.
BE AWARE OF FRADULENT EVENTS — The MICC does NOT charge for small business events. Verify any and all future outreach event links by reaching out to a small business professional using the contact information on the MICC Small Business Professional webpage https://www.army.mil/micc#org-small-business OR the special notice announcement on https://sam.gov/ .
Ticket leap is being utilized for registration ONLY. All events are ONLINE via Microsoft Teams. No account is required to use Microsoft Teams.
To register for the event, please go to https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/us-army-mission-installation-contracting-command/micc-fy25-advance-planning-briefing-for-industry-apbi

Navigating Solicitations
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00
Navigating through SAM to locate solicitations can be challenging. Once you find a solicitation that you would like to bid on, reviewing the solicitation can be daunting and often times confusing. With hands on learning, the process of reviewing solicitations on SAM and conducting market research can be incredibly manageable.
Please join Indiana APEX on May 8 from12pm – 1pm EST as we go over the various terminology and documents that you will see on SAM. Additionally, we will provide a step-by-step tutorial on how to navigate SAM’s search tools and how to assess whether a solicitation is a good fit. If you are interested in attending the webinar, please reach out to either Kevin Albert at kealbert@iedc.in.gov or Caroline Storms at cstorms@iedc.in.gov for the Microsoft Teams link.

Cybersecurity Training for Small Businesses
2025-05-21 10:00 - 11:30
Please join ARI for this virtual cybersecurity training. This two-hour training will provide an overview of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 and valuable resources for small businesses to improve their cybersecurity posture. The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a set of best practices and recommendations from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to help organizations understand, manage and reduce their cybersecurity risk.
The webinar will also cover ARI’s free one-hour counseling sessions, which provide personalized guidance to help businesses improve their cybersecurity readiness.
The training includes:

Overview of the NIST Framework (CSF) 2.0

How to get started:

State & Federal Resources for Small Businesses
GCA Cybersecurity Toolkit
SBDC Data Assured Toolkit
Additional Resources

https://events.bizzabo.com/732814

City of Indianapolis 2025 May Bid Submission Workshop
2025-05-30 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on May 30th from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

SBA GovCon Tour 2025 - Bedford Stop
2025-06-10 13:00 - 15:00
The U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses.
All tour stops take place in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone. (See the HUBZone Map)
Network with other government contractors and learn how to:

Assess your readiness and fit for federal contracting
Find contract opportunities
Develop winning SAM.gov and SBA profiles
Certify your small business and qualify for federal contracts reserved for small businesses
Access tools and counseling available through SBA Resource Partners and Indiana APEX

Featuring:

U.S. Small Business Administration
Indiana Small Business Development Center
SCORE
Indiana APEX Accelerator

Thank you to our hosts at Bedford Area Chamber ofCommerce(Link is external)!

Register with this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-govcon-tour-2025-bedford-stop-tickets-1219821562129

Indiana APEX | Naval Surface Warfare Center - Crane
2025-06-12 12:00 - 13:00
Please join Indiana APEX and NSWC Crane as we discuss federal government contracting. This presentation will be advantageous for businesses wanting to participate in contract work with the federal government and Crane. The webinar will take place at 12:00 PM EDT on Thursday, June 12, 2025. This event will be hosted by our North Central APEX Accelerator Counselor, Caroline Storms. To register please email Caroline at cstorms@iedc.in.gov . The Microsoft Teams link will be sent out prior to the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Caroline Storms. Thanks, and see you there!

SBA GovCon Tour 2025 - Scottsburg Stop
2025-06-12 15:00 - 17:00
The U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses.
All tour stops take place in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone. (See the HUBZone Map)
Network with other government contractors and learn how to:

Assess your readiness and fit for federal contracting
Find contract opportunities
Develop winning SAM.gov and SBA profiles
Certify your small business and qualify for federal contracts reserved for small businesses
Access tools and counseling available through SBA Resource Partners and Indiana APEX

Featuring:

U.S. Small Business Administration
Indiana Small Business Development Center
SCORE
Indiana APEX Accelerator

Thank you to our hosts at Scott County PublicLibrary(Link is external)!

Register with this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-govcon-tour-2025-scottsburg-stop-tickets-1292909018679

Reshoring & Sustaining the U.S Industrial Base
2025-06-17 16:00 - 17:00
Please note, flyer time is in Central Standard:

Shorter supply chains have proven to be lower risk and more profitable for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for 20 to 30% of products that are now imported. Find out how to accelerate and benefit from the trend to strengthen the U.S. industrial base from Harry Moser, Founder of The Reshoring Initiative®.

The Reshoring Initiative® is a nonprofit organization with the mission to bring good, well-paying manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. by assisting companies to more accurately assess their total cost of offshoring, and shift collective thinking from “offshoring is cheaper” to “local reduces the total cost of ownership.”
Register Here

City of Indianapolis 2025 June Bid Submission Workshop
2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on June 27 from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

Indiana APEX | Doing Business with DFAS
2025-07-14 12:00 - 13:00
The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) oversees payments to Department of Defense servicemembers, employees, vendors and contractors. The Defense Finance and Accounting Services also provides Department of Defense decision makers with business intelligence, finance and accounting information.
DFAS offers multiple opportunities for small businesses to work with them and could be a great fit for you!
Please join the Indiana APEX Accelerators and representatives from DFAS on Monday, July 14, 2025 from 12pm – 1pm as we discuss how to do business with DFAS and what you need to know in order to be successful.
If you are interested in attending the webinar, please email either Kevin Albert at kealbert@iedc.in.gov or Caroline Storms at cstorms@iedc.in.gov for the Microsoft Teams link.

MySBA Certification Training: Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications
2025-07-22 14:00 - 15:00
This webinar will educate entity-owned firms (owned by Indian tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations) and/or firms located in a HUBZone. Presenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-thru for entity-owned/8(a) and/or HUBZone firms.
Future trainings:
8/26 @2pm
9/23 @2pm

City of Indianapolis 2025 July Bid Submission Workshop
2025-07-25 10:00 - 11:30
Bidding for Indianapolis City-County procurement opportunities is often intimidating to contractors who are unfamiliar with government processes. The Indianapolis Purchasing Division offers regular workshops to educate local vendors on City-County bid processes. The upcoming workshop will be on July 25 from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Indianapolis City County Building (200 E. Washington St., 1522, Indianapolis, IN 46204).
Click the link below for more information on upcoming workshops and to register.
https://www.indy.gov/activity/bid-submission-workshops

AFRL Virtual Industry Forum
2025-07-30 12:00 - 16:00
This event connects industry partners with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to explore collaboration on key research and development projects. Learn about current and future opportunities, hear from AFRL experts, and discover how your organization can contribute.
Discover Collaboration Opportunities: AFRL Virtual Forum
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) invites you to a half-day virtual forum to discover our mission, explore upcoming opportunities, and learn how to work with us. This unclassified event will provide valuable insights into AFRL’s cutting-edge research and development efforts.
During this forum, you will:

Learn about upcoming funding opportunities and partnership programs.
Discover practical guidance on navigating the process of working with AFRL.

This unclassified event is ideal for:

Small business owners and entrepreneurs
Technology developers
Anyone interested in partnering with AFRL

Event Details:

Date: July 30,2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Platform: Microsoft TEAMS (Link will be provided upon registration)
Classification: Unclassified

Register: Registration (https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/vQM2EpeHQ2)

DOD SBIR/STTR 101 Webinar w/APEX Event Registration
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00
Mr. John McCanney, the Director of the DoD SBIR/STTR OTST program. He oversees technology transition acceleration within the Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR program, placing emphasis on innovative commercial and dual-use capabilities. In this presentation businesses will learn about new funding opportunities and the SBIR/STTR Program. Looking for new ways to collaborate with other successful businesses. The discussion will cover 3 different types of companies in different stages of the SBIR Success. Register using the link below.

All About APEX Day: Market Research
2025-08-12 09:30 - 10:30
All About APEX Day: Market Research as it relates to government contracting
Please join Indiana APEX on All About APEX Day as we host a hybrid event presenting an introductory course on Market Research as it relates to government contracting. This presentation will highlight the benefits of conducting a thorough review while detailing many of the different market research tools available. If you want to know how Market Research is useful, how to find out what goods and services the government buys, and would like the opportunity to learn the basics for utilizing the free tools available for both the federal and state level, then join us either in person or online at 9:30 AM EST on Tuesday, October 12th. This hybrid event will be hosted by our Northeast APEX Accelerator Counselor, Jeff Andelin to register, please email Jeff at jandelin@iedc.in.gov.
In-Person Location – 200 E. Main St., Suite 910, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Garage parking at location will be validated, NEI offices on the 9th floor, Lookout Conference Room

Virtual – a Microsoft Teams link will be sent out prior to the meeting.
If you have any questions, please contact Jeff Andelin @ jandelin@iedc.in.gov. Thank you, and I hope to see you there!

Unlocking Government Contracts: Your Path to Certification & Success
2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00
Ready to grow your business through government contracting? Join our workshop to learn the certification process, key requirements, and opportunities available to certified contractors. Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, we’ll provide the tools and knowledge to help you succeed in the government sector.
Don’t miss this chance to boost your chances of winning contracts!
It is an in-person event. Hybrid is also available, too.
Purdue Research Park,
1281 Win Hentschel Blvd.
West Lafayette
Directions to conference room:
Small Conference Room 6. To get to Small Conference Room 6, take the elevator to the second floor, turn right, and go through the door, Room 6 is the first room on the right.
Contact Chris Meyer at chrmeyer@iedc.in.gov to register.

Selling to the Government: Preparing a Compelling Capabilities Statement
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00
Ready to open doors in the federal marketplace? This session breaks down how to craft a powerful, tailored Capabilities Statement that grabs attention and positions your business as a go-to solution for government buyers. Learn what content matters most, how to format for impact, and how to align your statement with agency expectations. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refresh your pitch, you’ll walk away with practical tips to stand out, get noticed, and get invited to compete.

All About APEX: New Tricks for Seeking Solicitations & Proposal Preparation
2025-08-12 13:00 - 15:00
Join us to learn new ways in seeking solicitations. Broadening your search for solicitations to bid on, can be the key to unlock your next contract. Do you have solicitations that you want to bid on but get hung up on the proposal preparation? Learn some key tips on how to prepare a winning proposal. You can log in online or attend in-person at the Government center Conference room 4&5 Wabash Hall.
Indiana Government Center South
402 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
