Uncertain how public records and open meetings laws apply to you? Public accountability in government continues to be a leading issue for citizens. Understanding what can and cannot be withheld under the Sunshine Law is important for all public officials. Avoid costly mistakes and litigation by getting a clear understanding of the laws. Attend this seminar and discover how the news media use public records, including court records and websites...

In a time of economic upheaval, nonprofits everywhere are struggling for new sources of funding and expense sharing. Simultaneously, the nonprofit sector has seen a growth in 'social enterprises' - businesses designed not just to make a profit, but to further social goals. Given these two trends, more and more nonprofits find themselves considering for-profit activities such as joint ventures. This live audio conference will cover the basic ta...

Attend an upcoming National Contract Management Association (NCMA) National Education Seminar! Contract Negotiations Based on Gregory Garrett's publication Contract Negotiations: Skills, Tools, and Best Practices, this seminar provides a comprehensive treatment of contract negotiations, with a compelling discussion of what skills, tools, and best practices are needed to become a master contract negotiator. Attendees will learn: Contract negoti...

Attend an upcoming National Contract Management Association (NCMA) National Education Seminar! Solicitations, Bids, Proposals, and Source Selection Building a contract, in both the public and private business sectors, which meets or exceeds the requirements of the buyer and seller is indeed a challenge, especially in a world of high expectations and demanding customers. This seminar provides a comprehensive roadmap or series of steps, which ca...

All course materials and handouts will be provided to students on CD ROM. Please bring a laptop computer that is equipped with a CD ROM with you to the class. If you do not have access to a laptop, please contact the respective meeting planner as soon as possible. There will be a limited number of laptops available for use through NDIA, so please call early. Overview The Defense Systems Acquisition Management course meets the needs of defense...

The saga of austerity and government contracts in a budget-driven environment continues in 2013. Key challenges in the world of audit and compliance are huge concerns as well. Decisions associated with current and future scenarios highlight the need for prudent measures to help you better understand and get ahead of the concerns and issues relative to audit and compliance. To better prepare you for the potentially impactful challenges ahead, t...

The NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center, NITAAC, is now holding free trainings for all those involved in the purchase of information technology products, services and solutions. Earn 2 CLPs as you learn about our government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs): ECS III for products, CIO-SP3 for services/solutions and CIO-SP3 Small Business for services/solutions with socioeconomic set-asides. You’ll find NITAAC GWA...

On March 1, automatic sequestration cuts took effect for the U.S. federal government. The cuts are evenly split between domestic and defense programs, with half affecting defense discretionary spending (weapons purchases, base operations, construction work, etc.) and the rest affecting both mandatory (Social Security or Medicaid) and discretionary domestic spending. As federal, state and local governmental entities work to enact the budget cut...

Changes in Oklahoma storm water regulations are coming. How will they affect you? From recent litigation to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you'll get answers to all your questions, such as: What new case and policy decisions impact my practices? What are the latest trends in the water quality arena? Here is your chance to learn - in just one d...

The world of easements may not be as impossible as you think. Do not let the intimidating complexity of easements cause you anxiety. Whether you're looking to draft, comply or fight one, our local experts will give you the know-how to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Attend this seminar and get the practical easements information you won't find anywhere else. You will hear it all - the requirements of...