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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T110000
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UID:36240-1770289200-1770291000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Energy Industry Overview Map - Blue Hydrogen Opportunities for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:The hydrogen economy for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) in Appalachia is no longer a futuristic concept—it is an immediate purchase order opportunity. As of late 2025\, the demand for blue hydrogen production is accelerating\, driven by the region’s geological advantages and industrial legacy. \nThis webinar will highlight the report that maps the supply chain for Steam-Methane Reforming (SMR) with Carbon Capture\, providing the data and NAICS codes you need to identify your place in the supply chain. \nThe Hydrogen supply chain was drafted by the Bravo Group\, which gathered content and information from a variety of sources referenced within the document. The Bravo Group is Pennsylvania’s largest independent public relations firm with expertise in advocacy\, marketing\, research\, and government relations.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/energy-industry-overview-map-blue-hydrogen-opportunities-for-manufacturers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T113000
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CREATED:20251209T203814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T203814Z
UID:36245-1772708400-1772710200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Energy Industry Overview Map - Circular Plastics Supply Chain Opportunities for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:The circular plastics industry is centered around transforming the traditional model of plastic use that usually ends in the landfill into a sustainable circular economy. This involves designing plastics and plastic products to eliminate waste and pollution\, to be reused\, recycled\, or composted\, and to keep materials circulating at their highest value for as long as possible. \nJoin us to learn more about this growing segment and opportunities for manufacturing. Experts will discuss market growth\, market entry points\, emerging technologies\, and funding opportunities. \nThe webinar will be led by Steve Kratz. Mr. Kratz is the president of the Pennsylvania Chemical Industry Council (PCIC)\, the statewide business organization representing the commonwealth’s chemical industry. Working with the PCIC board of directors and staff\, Kratz oversees all operations\, advocacy and initiatives of the council. Kratz brings more than 15 years of political\, advocacy and economic development marketing experience to PCIC\, with an extensive background in advancing projects\, policies and initiatives\, and leading diverse coalitions.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/circular-plastics-supply-chain-opportunities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T150000
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CREATED:20260203T143405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194230Z
UID:39763-1773928800-1773932400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Navigating CMMC Fundamentals & Certification Preparation
DESCRIPTION:CMMC compliance starts with understanding the framework\, certification levels\, and data types that determine your requirements. This webinar will walk through CMMC fundamentals\, including FCI vs. CUI\, certification paths\, timelines\, and the basic preparation steps contractors must take before an assessment. Designed for organizations seeking clarity before committing time and resources. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/navigating-cmmc-fundamentals-certification-preparation/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20251209T203533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T142553Z
UID:36242-1774522800-1774524600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Energy Industry Overview Map - Chemical Industry Opportunities for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:The chemical industry serves as the foundation for the manufacturing sector\, transforming raw materials into over 70\,000 different products used across nearly all global industries. The sector is functionally segmented into four main categories: basic chemicals\, specialty chemicals\, agricultural chemicals and consumer products. These segments differ fundamentally in terms of production volume\, technical complexity and margin expectations. \nJoin us for this informative webinar to learn more about the chemical supply chain value network\, emerging trends\, growth sectors\, and a roadmap for market entry. \nThe Chemical Industry supply chain was drafted by the Bravo Group\, which gathered content and information from a variety of sources referenced within the document. The Bravo Group is Pennsylvania’s largest independent public relations firm with expertise in advocacy\, marketing\, research\, and government relations. \nThe webinar will be led by Steve Kratz. Mr. Kratz is the president of the Pennsylvania Chemical Industry Council (PCIC)\, the statewide business organization representing the commonwealth’s chemical industry. Working with the PCIC board of directors and staff\, Kratz oversees all operations\, advocacy and initiatives of the council. Kratz brings more than 15 years of political\, advocacy and economic development marketing experience to PCIC\, with an extensive background in advancing projects\, policies and initiatives\, and leading diverse coalitions.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/chemical-industry-opportunities-for-manufacturers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T150000
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CREATED:20260203T144202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194016Z
UID:39768-1776348000-1776351600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:CMMC: What Contractors are Experiencing in Real Assessments
DESCRIPTION:With CMMC assessments now underway\, many contractors are hearing conflicting information about what assessors are really looking for. This session will share real-world insights from early assessments\, including common surprises\, frequent deficiencies\, and where companies are getting tripped up. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what matters most as CMMC moves from theory into execution. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cmmc-what-contractors-are-experiencing-in-real-assessments/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T144521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T193223Z
UID:39771-1779372000-1779375600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Cut Costs\, Not Corners: 10 Practical Steps to CMMC Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Many small contractors worry that CMMC compliance is financially out of reach. This session provides a practical\, step-by-step approach to meeting CMMC requirements while controlling costs\, focusing on prioritization\, realistic implementation strategies\, and avoiding unnecessary\nupgrades. Learn how smart planning can reduce both risk and spend. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cut-costs-not-corners-10-practical-steps-to-cmmc-compliance/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T150000
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CREATED:20260203T145110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T193203Z
UID:39772-1781791200-1781794800@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:CMMC: How Contractors are Passing Without Securing Their Entire Network
DESCRIPTION:One of the biggest drivers of cost and failure in CMMC assessments is improper scoping. This webinar explains how scoping decisions affect compliance requirements\, assessment outcomes\, and long-term sustainability. Attendees will learn how organizations are limiting scope effectively while still meeting CMMC expectations. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cmmc-how-contractors-are-passing-without-securing-their-entire-network/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T145348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T193141Z
UID:39773-1784210400-1784214000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:CUI Enclaves Explained: A Practical Path to CMMC for Small Contractors
DESCRIPTION:For many small businesses\, securing an entire corporate network is not realistic. This session explains what a CUI enclave is\, when it makes sense\, and how it is being used successfully to simplify CMMC compliance. The discussion will focus on assessment-aligned concepts and real-world considerations rather than vendor-specific solutions. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cui-enclaves-explained-a-practical-path-to-cmmc-for-small-contractors/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T145617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T193124Z
UID:39774-1787234400-1787238000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:CMMC on a Budget: What Small Contractors are Actually Spending - and Why
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the real costs of CMMC compliance is critical for planning and decision-making. This webinar breaks down the major cost drivers\, including assessments\, preparation efforts\, tooling\, and ongoing compliance activities. Attendees will gain insight into where costs tend to escalate and how some organizations are keeping expenses predictable. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cmmc-on-a-budget-what-small-contractors-are-actually-spending-and-why/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T145901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T152651Z
UID:39775-1789653600-1789657200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:CMMC Service Providers\, MSPS\, and Shared Responsibility: Where Contractors Get Burned
DESCRIPTION:Many CMMC challenges arise from misunderstandings around external service providers and shared responsibility. This session will clarify what contractors remain accountable for when using MSPs\, cloud providers\, and other third parties. Learn where gaps commonly occur and how to avoid assessment delays tied to external dependencies. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cmmc-service-providers-msps-and-shared-responsibility-where-contractors-get-burned/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T150158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T152541Z
UID:39776-1792072800-1792076400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:After Certification: What Ongoing CMMC Compliance Really Looks Like
DESCRIPTION:Achieving certification is only the beginning. This webinar will explore what ongoing compliance means after a CMMC assessment\, including monitoring\, evidence maintenance\, change management\, and preparation for future reassessments. Attendees will learn why sustainability matters and how to avoid falling out of compliance over time. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/after-certification-what-ongoing-cmmc-compliance-really-looks-like/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121113
CREATED:20260203T150525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T191643Z
UID:39777-1795096800-1795100400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Choosing the Right CMMC Strategy for Your Business Size\, Contracts\, and Risk Tolerance
DESCRIPTION:With multiple compliance paths available\, selecting the right CMMC strategy is a business decision as much as a technical one. This capstone session will help contractors evaluate different approaches based on company size\, contract requirements\, available resources\, and risk tolerance. Participants will leave better equipped to choose a compliance path that fits their organization long-term. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/choosing-the-right-cmmc-strategy-for-your-business-size-contracts-and-risk-tolerance/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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