Edwards Performance Solutions

SIPOC Workshop Facilitation Training Series, Presented by: Jeff Bongiovani
2021-03-17 12:00 - 2021-03-31 13:00 UTC | Online Event
Edward’s, Lead Course Developer and Facilitator, Jeff Bongiovani, will be hosting a three-part SIPOC Workshop Facilitation Training Series with MPUG (Microsoft Project User Group), on March 17th, 24th, and 31st at 12pm – 1pm ET. Attendance and completion of trainings results in eligibility for 3 Strategic PMI® PDUs.
March 17th – Part 1: Overview of SIPOC and Systems
In this first session, we will provide an overview of what SIPOC is and how it can be used in business process creation and improvement. We will also identify techniques that can help enable a more robust mapping of business processes.
March 24th – Part 2: SIPOC Workshop Strategies
In this second session, we will outline how to establish SIPOC workshop goals and expectations as well as explore multiple strategies you can apply depending on what those goals and expectations are.
March 31st – Part 3: Workshop Facilitation and Questions
In this final session, we will walk through how to facilitate a SIPOC workshop. Beyond the strategy, we will examine specific questions to elicit results leading to optimal process development.

2020 Cyber Risk Management Series: #4 - How Does a Remote Workforce Affect Your Organizational Security Posture?
2021-02-25 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Zoom
After much consideration, the Howard Chamber’s 11th Annual Cyber Conference will be brought to you in a different format. For the past 10 years, the Cyber Conference provided a forum for small and mid-sized businesses in Howard County and the region to meet with industry and government leaders to access current information on cyber-security. This year, the committee had high hopes to bring an energetic, interactive, scenario based conference to discuss and understand “Risk Management” at all levels of a business.

GovConnects Scale Up Webinar [2.17.21]
2021-02-17 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Online Event
Which Infrastructure Investments Take Your Business to the Next Level?
Growth oriented small government contractors must balance the strengths of the founders, revenue and costs associated with executing government contracts, an adequate support structure and planning for the future. This topic of building adequate infrastructure upon which to grow the company will be explored from the human resources, financial, business development, regulatory and CEO perspectives.
Learn:
– When to invest in an Executive Team
– How to budget for growth
– Business Development practices that propel your company forward
Who Should Attend: CEO’s, Founders and others responsible for corporate growth
Introducing the GovConnects’ Scale-Up Series of interactive discussions among small govcon executives and industry experts on business topics essential for sustainable, profitable growth in the complex federal marketplace. Edwards’ Director of HR and Administration, Wendy Bernard, will be speaking during the topical discussion.

Want to take your business to the next level? This new, innovative series is designed to cover advanced issues related to the unique challenges of growing your business in a highly competitive and regulated industry. Learn from your peers and specialists in strategic positioning, federal business development, contract management, human resources, the FAR, DCAA, procurement policy, financing growth, and mergers and acquisitions. Click here to register.

MARYLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: SAVE THE DATE for MEET THE STATE
2021-01-19 09:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online Event
Being held virtually for the first time, Meet the State brings together business leaders, policymakers, and influencers to discuss Maryland’s current public health and economic landscape and the uncertain future faced by Maryland’s employers as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Don’t miss your opportunity to:

Hear directly from General Assembly leadership on their top priorities for the 2021 session
Listen to Executive Branch leaders discuss how they’re helping employers during this time
Attend a breakout session with leaders of key committees in both the House and Senate
Receive a briefing on the Chamber’s legislative priorities and our plans to address them

To learn more or to register for the event, check out the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s website.

Howard County Chamber of Commerce: Holiday Cheer and Awards Event
2020-12-05 17:30 - 18:45 UTC | Online Event
This year Edwards will be a sponsor at the Howard County Chamber of Commerce: Holiday Cheer and Awards.
Howard County Chamber of Commerce has combined their Signature Event and Jingle Mingle Holiday Party to bring you this one-of-a-kind event! The Howard County Chamber alongside the Columbia Festival of the Arts is proud to present: Holiday Cheer and Awards that will feature music by Damon Foreman Music Academy, a comedy performance by Orlando Leyba, and the 2020 ACE awards.
This event is free to attend, and raffle tickets are available for purchase to be entered into 1 of 7 raffle prizes! Registration will close at 5pm on Wednesday, December 2nd. For more information check out the event page here.

Economic Forecast Breakfast: Return of the Economist: COVID-19 Economic Update
2020-11-18 09:00 - 10:30 UTC | Online Event
Join Howard County Chamber of Commerce for their Economic Forecast Breakfast hosted by Anirban Basu! The Economic Forecast Breakfast invites area economists to share their overview of economic conditions and pressing business issues as well as look ahead to the coming year in business.
COVID-19 has rocked what had appeared to be a nearly invincible economy; one associated with substantial job growth, multi-decade lows in unemployment, sturdy compensation increases, robust retail sales, low inflation, and strong financial market performance. Underneath that strong performance, however, was a set of fragilities that have been exposed by the pandemic. This webinar speaks to our current economic circumstances, how difficult things are likely to become over the foreseeable future, and the contours of the brisk recovery to come thereafter.

Registration will close at 5pm on Tuesday, November 17th. For more information check out the event page here.

The Daily Record Maryland's Most Admired CEOs 2020 Celebration
2020-11-06 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Online Event
The Daily Record named Edwards’ President and CEO, Gina Abate one of Maryland’s 2020 Most Admired CEOs for the second time!
This year’s awards celebration will be a virtual event and can be viewed from any location with internet access. The program will be professionally produced including video storytelling, shoutouts from sponsors and interaction from the audience through social media posts that appear live during the program. All winners will be celebrated during the event, at TheDailyRecord.com and through The Daily Record’s social channels.
The Most Admired CEOs awards program recognizes talented business CEOs and nonprofit executive directors throughout Maryland for their leadership and vision. The winners are selected based on professional accomplishments, community service, and letters of reference submitted by co-workers, board members, and community leaders showing the CEO’s leadership and vision.
Check out our Newsroom Post for more on Abate’s recognition here.

2020 Cyber Risk Management Series: #3 - A Cyber Security Workshop: Developing a Cyber Strategic Plan for Your Organization
2020-10-29 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Zoom

Maryland Chamber Cup
2020-10-26 11:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Cattail Creek Country Club, 3600 Cattail Creek Drive, Glenwood, MD, 21738, United States
The Maryland Chamber Cup is a fundraiser that supports our organization’s efforts to advocate for legislation that promotes and protects members of the business community, like you. Your participation in Chamber Cup and other MDCC fundraisers allows us to continually enhance our members’ experience and work toward achieving our shared goal of growing jobs, expanding our economy and supporting our communities, now and into the future. So join us at stunning Cattail Creek Country Club on Monday, October 26, for a fun and relaxing day on the golf course.
Edwards is a member of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and a sponsor of this event.

New DoD CMMC Regulations Webinar
2020-10-13 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Online Event
Edwards Performance Solutions’ Director of Commercial and Cybersecurity, Brian Hubbard and Director of Business Development, Eric Levitas, will share how we are best preparing government contractors for new requirements at MEGA Maryland 2020. The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the introduction of a new program called the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) to combat external cybersecurity threats. CMMC will serve as a framework for the enforcement of the department’s existing Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. CMMC will become the standard on all DoD RFI’s and RFP’s with the goal of improving CUI security by introducing a formal audit program for compliance.
MEGA Maryland: A Virtual Experience is the premier virtual month-long event for the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. This year’s theme is “Embracing Today’s Opportunities for Tomorrow’s Growth.” Our mission is to provide relevant and meaningful information inclusive of all members of the AEC industry with a focus on helping today’s small, minority, woman and veteran-owned businesses grow and thrive. Boasting 25+ speakers, meaningful connections and client engagement, this event cannot be missed!
The conference is presented by the Maryland chapters of the industry’s leading professional organizations including the Society of American Military Engineers, the American Council of Engineering Companies, the Design Build Institute of America, the Society of Marketing Professional Services, the Mid-Atlantic Region of Environmental Professionals, and WTS International.

Point3 Webinar: ESCALATE Talent Screening with Edwards Performance Solutions
2020-10-06 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Online Event
Are you struggling to find a way to cut back on time and energy when screening to find a new team member to join your security team? Do you believe top performers could be removed from the pile because of the lack of years or certs because HR software sorting or unconscious biases?
Join our cyber team and Point3 for a special look at their new pre-hiring service, ESCALATE Talent Screening, on October 6th at 1pm. This webinar showcases how Edwards Performance Solution partnered with Point3 Security to help recognize their next security team member.

Howard Chamber Executive Speaker Series
2020-09-22 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Zoom
Disrupted supply chains, canceled procedures, increased operating expenses, postponed medical procedures, forgone medical care, and an increase in the uninsured population are just a few of the direct impacts to hospitals, health systems, insurance providers, and physicians as a result of Covid-19. These challenges have created historic financial and service pressures for America’s hospitals and health systems. Join us as we discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the future of healthcare, medical service delivery, and health insurance.

Maryland Chamber of Commerce - 2020 Congressional Roundup
2020-09-09 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Zoom
Congress is presently on the front lines of COVID-19 response—debating, passing and implementing policies that are critical for public health and economic recovery. In addition, the U.S. is just months away from a national election that is sure to have lasting implications for the trajectory of our country.
Do not miss this opportunity to hear directly from policy experts and Maryland’s congressional delegation regarding the current legislative and electoral landscape and how it intersects with the challenges presently being faced by the business community. Through this virtual event, attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and to convey their concerns directly to lawmakers.

2020 Cyber Risk Management Series:#2 - Business Risk in the Post-Pandemic World
2020-08-27 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Zoom

YPN Celerate Series: Learning the Game: How To Make Strategic Decisions in the Workplace
2020-08-20 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Zoom
Attention young professionals looking to develop their leadership skills and want to take steps to go to the next level. Have you wondered how to get to the top and the choices you should make to get there? Learn from the experts on how to navigate your organization and take calculated risks.

Edwards own Eric Levitas will be moderating this discussion.

Howard County Chamber's 2020 Women's Leadership Conference
2020-07-21 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, United States
The 2020 Women’s Leadership Conference, HERStory: The Power of Perseverance, is an annual one-day event recognizing the contribution of phenomenal women leaders and their affect on regional business growth as well as inspiring all attendees to better and more effective leadership. The 2020 Women’s Leadership Conference will focus on ‘The Power of Perseverance’ and will feature sessions on ‘Finding Peace During the Storm,’ ‘Determining When Patience is a Virtue and When it is Not’ and ‘Igniting and Sustaining Purpose and Passion.’
Some of the most highly regarded female leaders in D.C., Maryland and Virginia are on the lineup, including two inspirational keynote speakers. Rayna DuBose, motivational speaker and Marriotts Ridge High School Coach, and Sheela Murthy, Founder of Murthy Law Firm, will be the keynote speakers for the 2020 Women’s Leadership Conference.
This event will take place virtually.

Year Up Baltimore Cohort 18 Virtual Graduation
2020-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Zoom
Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides low-income young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, college credits, and corporate internships.
Now operating in nine states, Year Up is committed to building a strong and sustainable program that will close the Opportunity Divide across the country. Year Up connects young adults ages 18-24, who are highly motivated but lack opportunities with companies who need their talent.

Please Join Year Up staff and students look forward to sharing this special occasion with you and honoring our Cohort 18 graduates on completing their Year Up journey.

GovCon Entrepreneurs Speak: A Conversation with Steve Edwards
2020-07-07 12:30 - 13:00 UTC | Podcast Link
Steve Edwards founded Edwards Performance Solutions in 1997 and grew it into a successful firm that implements proven processes and technologies that drive mission success for commercial, government and non-profit organizations
Don’t miss this insightful discussion on Steve’s journey and insights as he built an executive team, hired a CEO and delegated authority to others.

2020 Cyber Risk Management Series: #1 Security of Critical Infrastructure
2020-06-25 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Zoom
Critical Infrastructure has always been a target for hackers (domestic and international), and the cyber security aspect of our critical infrastructure is key to the safety of our power grid, water purification, sewer treatment, and every day life. In many locations across our country, our critical infrastructure are maintained on closed networks, or with minimal paths to the open internet. In today’s society of (specifically during today’s pandemic), our network and cyber security professions are working in a very remote based world. This panel discussion will explore how companies, municipalities, and other organizations work to maintain the cyber security of our critical infrastructure while working in a predominate remote/telework environment.

Post-COVID-19 Cyber Hygiene: Securing Your Business’ Future in a Changed World
2020-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Zoom
Cyber breach data from across the globe is telling us a clear story: The coronavirus pandemic has created countless new opportunities for cybercriminals. As a result, 70% of executives are planning on increasing their investment in cybersecurity this year. But what happens when life returns to “normal?” How can business leaders prepare their organizations for a secure future while continuing to invest in innovation?
Join Mindgrub and several of the leading voices in cybersecurity for a deep dive into post-COVID cyber health. Our expert panel will share their approaches to:
– Reimagining the elements of cyber hygiene in a post- COVID world
– Creating a new list of cybersecurity priorities
– Managing greater cyber risks with fewer resources
– Defining new operational models that support long-term cybersecurity
– Identifying ways to make cyber health part of your growth model

Edwards CISO Dana Pickett will be a presenter during this webinar

I95 Woman of Influence
2020-06-09 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Building on last year’s fantastic and successful event, we ask you to join us for a women-focused event celebrating the success of women in business at Rolling Road Golf Club in Catonsville, Md.
We will have libations and delicious hors d’ouerves while making great connections to strong and accessible women leaders. Our program will recognize business leaders and Women of Influence profiled in February’s issue.
Edwards Performance Solutions is a sponsor for this event.

CMMC Webinar - Preparing for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
2020-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | GoToMeeting
Join the Maryland Chamber Foundation for a free webinar with a panel of cyber experts who will discuss the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The CMMC is the DoD’s next step to ensure cybersecurity controls and processes adequately protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), based on five different levels of maturity expectations. This is a timely and relevant discussion for those with current DoD contracts or those looking to become a DoD contractor in the future. This certification will be required for both Prime and Subcontractors.

Edwards Cybersecuirty director, Brian Hubbard will be presenting during this webinar.

Influential Marylanders 2020
2020-06-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
We can’t wait any longer to celebrate and honor the 2020 Influential Marylanders. Having rescheduled the event from March, we will host the celebration virtually on June 1st. Each of our winners will be celebrated for their achievements through video storytelling. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in the program with their congratulations and cheers using social media platforms from their homes or offices.

YPN Celebrate Series: Leadership Without A Title
2020-05-21 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Zoom
Are you a young professional looking to develop your leadership skills and get to the next level?
True leadership – especially in a time of uncertainty – doesn’t always come with a title. Now is the time to show how you sustain your organization’s values and vision and establish your legacy as a leader in your role. Join the Howard County Chamber’s Young Professional Network for a webinar where we will learn from experts in the field on how to identify your values to drive you and make your place as a leader.

Virtual Cyber Meetup
2020-04-30 15:00 - 16:30 UTC | Zoom
Gather with your fellow CAMI members in our first ever virtual MD Cyber Meetup! Networking will be virtual and follow the member presentations.
A combination of casual networking and business, this program gives four MD cybersecurity product and service providers the platform to showcase their offerings to attendees. These Meetups have been successful in generating sales and partnering relationships, access to investment funding, job opportunities and more for attendees. Afterward, join us for some virtual networking with each presenter!

CAMI - 4th Annual Maryland Cybersecurity Awards Celebration
2020-04-29 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Maryland LIVE Hotel, 7002 Arundel Mills Circle #7777, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
Join us for the 4th Annual Maryland Cybersecurity Awards – an exciting program and event that will highlight and celebrate the best and brightest of Maryland’s cybersecurity industry. We’ll honor companies, organizations, and individuals that have protected businesses and government agencies with their cutting-edge technologies; thwarted cyber criminals with their outstanding cybersecurity services; demonstrated exemplary knowledge, expertise, leadership and innovative thinking; or made a significant contribution to Maryland’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
Winners will be announced at the MD Cybersecurity Awards Celebration on Wednesday, April 29 from 5-8 p.m. at the Live Hotel in Hanover, MD. Enjoy a selection of hors d’oeuvres and main course food stations with complimentary wine and beer. Cash bar will be available for mixed drinks. Dress code is business attire.

GovConnects Scale Up Webinar: Complying with CMMC
2020-04-29 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Webinar Link
Introducing the GovConnects’ Scale-Up Series of interactive discussions among small govcon executives and industry experts on business topics essential for sustainable, profitable growth in the complex federal marketplace.
By the end of this year, the Department of Defense will require its contractors to be CMMC certified. Learn the legal, technical and business development ramifications, and how to prepare your company now to compete later.

What are the various levels and requirements?
How do you become certified?
How will RFP’s change?

Director of Edwards Commercial and Cybersecurity, Brian Hubbard will be a presenter

GovConnects - Bizbreakfast
2020-04-22 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join Howard County Chamber to overview category management, spend under management, best-in-class contracts, and GSA schedules

Howard Chamber Multicultural Business After Business Mixer
2020-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Mayland Jockey Club, 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD, 20725, United States
Join us for this unique opportunity to network with potential partners with the Maryland Hispanic Chamber, visit Howard County, Asian American Chamber, Maryland LGBT Chamber, Indian Cultural Association of Howard County, Business Women Network of Howard County and the Turkish American Center.

CAMI - Crack the Code to Human Capital & Access to Capital
2020-04-03 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Kaiser Permanente South Baltimore County Medical Center, 1701 Twin Springs Rd, Halethorpe, MD, 21227, United States
Discover how CAMI Premium Members can access the creative, curated and customized benefits offered through this Ecosystem Benefits Program. Meet and hear from participating providers on the health, wealth and operational benefits that could be incredibly valuable to your company. Schedule follow-on meetings with providers of your choice.
