Edwards Performance Solutions

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
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.

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.

FedHealth Conference 2020
2020-03-25 07:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | edwards-performance-solutions-211
The fourth annual PSC Federal Health Conference will bring senior executives from across industry and government together to discuss critical policy and acquisition priorities in civilian and military health. Speakers from HHS, VA, and DoD will discuss their needs and challenges so that industry can better determine where the federal health market is headed. This half-day conference will be your opportunity to share ideas with senior government and industry leaders in an extensive dialogue on federal health agencies, future policy and procurement trends and their implications on your company.

CAMI MD CYBER MEETUP: Cyber Capabilities Exchange
2020-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Aronson, 111 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
A combination of casual networking and business, this program gives up to five 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. And they are fun, too! Join us.

Cyberbytes Panel Discussion - Supply Chain Risk Management
2020-03-19 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | The Center Club, 100 Light St #16, Baltimore, MD, 21202, United States
Join us for a look at supply chain risk management from the perspective of industry experts.
The business risk associated with vendors – your supply chain – introduces vulnerabilities that must be understood and managed. However, transforming that vulnerability into a business asset is possible and will help to grow your business.
REGISTER NOW
for what promises to be a thought provoking Cyberbytes panel discussion!

Cyberbytes is a series of events hosted by Edwards Performance Solutions – educating the business community of relevant cybersecurity topics.

GovConnects Scale Up - Price-to-Win Best Practices
2020-03-18 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | MD, United States
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.

Maryland Innovation Center - Beer and Bots
2020-03-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maryland Innovation Center (MIC), 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD, 21046, United States
Join Howard County business owners and C-suite execs for an evening of networking with some beer and bots. As always, light fare, beer, wine, and soft drinks will be provided.

The Maryland Innovation Center (MIC) is a nexus of innovation and collaboration for the businesses and entrepreneurs of Howard County and the Baltimore-Washington corridor. The mission of the MIC is to build a community of world-class support services through leaders in resource sharing, funding support, training, mentoring, and networking.

Edwards President and CEO, Gina Abate will be participating in the CEO drive-a-bot challenge.

Building STEPS The Network Experience
2020-03-10 10:15 - 23:45 (America/New_York) | Towson University’s West Village Commons, Towson, MD, 21204, United States
Greeting a teacher, employer or seminar host in a professional manner is a learned skill. Our Network Experience helps students develop their networking skills and allows colleges and future employers to view them as confident professionals. Through a series of speed networking interactions (that include constructive observations and advice), students gain the skills and confidence for any interaction.
About Building STEPS
A college education changes a person’s life. We believe that where you come from does not determine where you can go. With a success rate of more than 80% of our graduates earning a college degree, we know we are propelling progress. Building STEPS works with Baltimore’s brightest high school students, most of whom will be the first in their family to graduate from college, to unlock their potential. As a Baltimore based not for profit, we provide a breadth of programming to ensure college completion and career success, all through a STEM lens. We empower students to realize their potential and achieve success.

CAMI Business Planning Series: Attracting Talent in the Cyber Hiring Market
2020-03-04 07:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | MCEDC, 1801 Rockville Pike #320, Rockville, MD, 20852, United States
Join CAMI for the March 4th Business Planning Series where CAMI Premier Sponsor TalentRemedy will be giving a presentation on how your company can attract cyber talent! In this market, companies, cyber or otherwise, must be in a position of brand power. Attention to messaging and creating an intentional strategy for recruitment is increasingly important to attracting and retaining talent. It is critical to partner with a recruiting firm that can help you with a combination of strategic planning, partnership, market data, candidate networking and outreach.

Next Generation Cyber: A CAMI Diversity in Cyber Event
2020-03-02 15:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Exelon, 1310 Point St, Baltimore, MD, 21213, United States
Maryland is at the forefront of our nation’s rapidly growing cyber market and employment opportunities abound. Join us for our Next Generation Cyber event featuring panelists from different avenues of cybersecurity employment who will discuss their backgrounds, unique skill sets and job functions which have led them to their current roles to be followed by moderated Q&A. Immediately following will be a Sweets & Cybersecurity networking hour. ALL are welcome, including employers, training entities and students. ​

ISSA Information Security Conference
2020-02-28 07:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Universities Space Research Association, 7178 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD, 21046, United States
Join CENTRAL MARYLAND CHAPTER OF ISSA on February 28 in Columbia for its Information Security Conference. Topics include: Leadership and Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Security, Phishing Attacks, Ransomware and IoT Botnet DDoS Attacks. Register here.
Edwards’ President and CEO, Gina Abate will be on the panel to discuss Supply Chain Security.

Federal Law Enforcement Conference
2020-02-25 08:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
The PSC Federal Law Enforcement Conference brings senior executives from across industry and government together to discuss key law enforcement initiatives. Given the administration’s focus on law enforcement and security, this is an opportunity for the industry to engage with key government executives on law enforcement challenges. Speakers from DHS, DOJ, and other law enforcement agencies will discuss their priorities and industry leaders will discuss where the market is headed.

Project Managers are Change Managers
2020-02-19 12:00 - 12:45 (America/New_York) | Webinar Link
Join us for an Microsoft Project User’s Group (MPUG) webinar, led by Edwards’ Program Manager and Facilitator, Walter Stinnett.
Projects and programs by their nature create change, and sophisticated organizations know strategic change happens through projects and programs. Project, program, and portfolio managers who want their organizations to be successful need the skills to manage change front and center in their talent portfolio. In this webinar we will define what “change management” is and is not and provide practical tools for successfully managing change.
This Webinar is eligible for 0.75 PMI PDUs in the Strategic category of the Talent Triangle.

Vision Defense Strategic Planning Forum
2020-02-18 13:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | NRECA Conference Center, 4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22203, United States
The Professional Services Council will host a conference regarding the best practices for executing an effective strategic plan and how to hone corporate strategy. They will also discuss major challenges facing the GovCon industry and the longer-term market impact on defense companies.

Edwards is a proud sponsor of this event.
