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April 19, 2026 - April 22, 2026

WTCA’s 56th Global Business Forum in Philadelphia

The Global Trade Summit brings together business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore critical global market trends and policy shifts shaping the future of regional business. This premier event offers actionable insights, strategic networking, and practical tools to help companies expand their global presence and thrive in today’s evolving trade environment.

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April 30, 2026

Up Next: Founders First Capital Partners

Join us for an exclusive session with Founders First Capital Partners to learn how small, certified, and underrepresented businesses can access flexible growth capital, strategic advisory support, and the Supplier Innovation Finance Program (SIFP) to scale faster. This webinar will demystify non-dilutive funding options and show EMSDC members how to leverage Founders First as a long-term partner in business growth. If you're looking to expand, strengthen cash flow, or position for larger contracts, this session is designed for you.

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May 4, 2026

Empowering Connections: Advancing Opportunities For Small Businesses Virtual-Micro Summit

A virtual micro-summit where small businesses connect to opportunity across the Commonwealth. Includes keynote address, fireside chat, workshops and direct guidance on how to do business with the Commonwealth.

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May 6, 2026

Building Supplier Connections

This event is designed specifically for government entities and companies that are actively seeking goods and services and want to connect with qualified suppliers in a focused, efficient setting. It’s a great opportunity to meet potential partners, explore new sourcing options, and strengthen your supply chain through direct, one‑on‑one conversations.

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May 12, 2026

2026 Business Opportunity Extravaganza

All current and prospective business owners are invited to join us for Pittsburgh Public School's annual Business Networking Extravaganza.  Our focus this year is “Students First Always, in All Ways: Expanding Opportunity Through Strategic Contracting

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May 20, 2026

TBC IaMC Soft Opening

This milestone event will mark the formal opening of the TBC IaMC and highlight the impact it will have on expanding access to entrepreneurship, workforce development, technology, biotech and small-batch manufacturing opportunities.

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May 21, 2026

Opportunity Ambassadors Session I

Join EMSDC, WBEC-East, and Highmark for a webinar series designed to get suppliers corporate ready. Save the date!

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May 31, 2026

Leveling Up Your Bidding Game – Virtual

This powerful session will be led by Malcolm Ali, “Mr. Purchase Order” a trusted expert in supplier readiness and procurement success. Attendees will gain practical tips, proven strategies, and insider insights on where to find the right opportunities, how to respond competitively, and what decision-makers are really looking for.

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June 1, 2026

Leveling Up Your Bidding Game – In-Person

This powerful session will be led by Malcolm Ali, “Mr. Purchase Order” a trusted expert in supplier readiness and procurement success. Attendees will gain practical tips, proven strategies, and insider insights on where to find the right opportunities, how to respond competitively, and what decision-makers are really looking for.

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June 11, 2026

Doing Business in Western PA

Meet + Greet with Western PA corporate leaders across all industries at this highly attended luncheon! This event is in partnership with Highmark and WBEC-East.

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August 13, 2026

Opportunity Ambassadors Session 2

Join EMSDC, WBEC-East, and Highmark for a webinar series designed to get suppliers corporate ready. Save the date!

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October 5, 2026 - October 9, 2026

MED Week

Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week is a national observance that recognizes the outstanding achievements of Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs). The event also honors corporations and financial institutions that support minority business development. Save the date!

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November 19, 2026

Opportunity Ambassadors Session 3

Join EMSDC, WBEC-East, and Highmark for a webinar series designed to get suppliers corporate ready. Save the date!

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