The recent activity in the charitable sector by federal and state regulatory agencies has mandated that professionals take a proactive approach into all aspects of this important and very diverse sector. The tax-exempt community is under a microscope. Recent IRS compliance initiatives in governance, transparency, abusive tax avoidance transactions, executive compensation, tax-exempt hospitals and community benefit, and the current ongoing init...

Join hundreds of colleagues and friends in bringing the school resiliency plan against school violence, the core of emergency response in the school setting. Describe new techniques and methods to address challenges in responding to school health emergencies Honor the significant contributions of the county and local government leaders plus the Volunteers Get practical program ideas of the Best Practices from the 2013 Experience Be updated to...

Since 1970, the National Environmental Policy Act has been the cornerstone for environmental protection in the United States. To implement NEPA, federal agencies must prepare environmental impact statements or environmental assessments to study the impacts of their proposed actions. Unfortunately, some federal agencies, their consultants and affected citizens do not fully understand the regulations, legal interpretations and practices for pro...

Jennifer Schaus & Associates launches the GovCon 411 Series - Actionable INFO for Government Contractors. Please join us at The Clark Construction Building in Bethesda, MD for a series on government contracting topics with panel speakers, actual business cases, success stories and resources. Sessions include a presentation, panel speakers inclusive of success stories, and Q&A from the audience. Topics below: 12/19/2013 - Joint Ventures...

Join us as we begin the first part of an NCMA online series focused exclusively on small business contracting and the needs of the small business community. This virtual event will provide a wealth of information for you and your organization. Learn the latest changes to the policies and processes that you may expect to see, whether it is from Congress, the Small Business Administration (SBA), or your customer. Participants will receive in-dep...

Jennifer Schaus & Associates launches the GovCon 411 Series - Actionable INFO for Government Contractors. Please join us at The Clark Construction Building in Bethesda, MD for a series on government contracting topics with panel speakers, actual business cases, success stories and resources. Sessions include a presentation, panel speakers inclusive of success stories, and Q&A from the audience. Topics below: 12/12/2013 - SBA 8a Certifi...

Government contractors operate in one of the most highly regulated business environments in the world. Success is measured not only by contracts won and revenue recognized, but by problems avoided, and when necessary problems resolved. This program, presented by two highly experienced government contract attorneys, examines the key elements of successful compliance programs, and some of the current “hot button” compliance problems...

The two-day general session will assemble the Key Organizations and the Senior Leading Experts that are shaping the direction of ISR current requirements and exposing the many future capabilities for the services and public service sectors. The Services’ ever increasing roles for ISR assets are permeating across a very broad range of critical missions, including but not limited to: Persistent Global Surveillance & Global Strike, Cou...

100 Worst Mistakes in Government Contracting This course examines 100 classic mistakes to avoid when doing business with the government. The course draws on every phase of the government contract life cycle. During this one day course, professionals will learn best practices and guiding principles as it pertains to: Solicitations Proposal preparation and submission Defective pricing and the Truth in Negotiations Act Protests Contract Types Mul...

Engineers and managers, after attending these 6 sessions, will know exactly what nanotechnology is, where the opportunities are to use it and which challenges it can help overcome with ease.This leading event aims to: Introduce nanotechnology to the hydrocarbon industry Educate the audience on the value and benefits of nanotechnology Understand factors responsible to drive industrial competiveness for the introduction of nanotechnology on a ma...