CMS 2024 Quality Conference
2024-04-08 - 2024-04-10 | Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, 401 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
Get ready to embark on a transformative healthcare journey at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Annual Quality Conference, from April 8-10, 2024, at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor!
Ignite Your Passion for Quality Improvement!

CCP Exam Prep
2024-04-08 09:00 - 2024-04-12 17:00, 2024-05-06 09:00 - 2024-05-10 17:00 UTC | Virtual, United States
This 5-day CCP course covers the foundational required curriculum along with Level 2 scoping and the full 110 practices. This class is integral to an individual who is a valuable resource to a consultancy providing CMMC preparation, to a C3PAO providing certified assessor support, or to an organization interested in having in-house CMMC trained resources.

CMMC Insights: A Government Contracting Roundtable
2024-04-10 08:30 - 10:00 UTC | DP Solutions’ Headquarters, 9160 Red Branch Road Suite W-1, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
Join us for an exclusive breakfast roundtable discussion focusing on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Whether you’re just starting the CMMC process or navigating its complexities, this event is tailored for organizations in the government contracting space.
Our expert moderators, including representatives from DP Solutions and Edwards Performance Solutions, will guide discussions on various aspects of CMMC, offering insights and strategies to tackle its challenges effectively. This event provides a unique opportunity to network with peers, share experiences, and gain valuable knowledge to enhance your cybersecurity posture.
Don’t miss out on this informative and engaging event. Reserve your spot today to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity compliance.

In-Person CCP 2.0 Exam Prep w/ Baylor University
2024-04-22 08:00 - 2024-04-26 17:00, 2024-09-23 08:00 - 2024-09-27 17:00 UTC | Central Texas Cyber Range, 1311 S 5th S, Waco, TX, 76798, United States

Cyber Mixology Night: A Women in Cyber Social
2024-04-24 17:00 - 19:30 UTC | The Technology Advancement Center (TAC), 7000 Columbia Gateway Dr Suite 150, Columbia, MD, 21046, United States
Do you have what it takes to win our Cyber Mixology Challenge? Team up with other ladies in cyber to test your creativity and intellectual prowess. If you’re a woman working in the cyber profession, looking for a cyber role, or support and celebrate women in the field (and aged 21+!), join us for an amazing evening.
Ticket includes light fare, beer and wine, our signature cocktails, and our activity for the evening.
Suggested attire: Business casual – comfortable enough to make the winning cocktails!

2024 Howard Chamber Golf Classic
2024-04-29 07:30 - 15:00 UTC | Turf Valley Resort, 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, United States
Join the HoCo Chamber for our annual Golf Classic!
Replace your Monday in the office with a day out on the course, including countless networking and business development opportunities, raffles and prizes, food, drinks, and more.
Registration will begin at 8:00am, with breakfast provided and access to the driving range and putting greens. The shotgun start will kick off the play at 9:30am, with a 19th Hole lunch reception immediately following the tournament.

Italian Garden Party
2024-05-30 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Historic Oakland Manor, 5430 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD, 21044, United States
Celebrate Summer at our Italian-themed cocktail party with a Tuscan wine-tasting, fantastic Italian-themed foods, Italian Cocktails and great ambiance in this Italianate Villa with gorgeous loggia and garden in Columbia.

The Baltimore Banner - Celebrating HoCo
2024-06-04 17:00 - 19:30 UTC | Merriweather row, 10440 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD, 21044, United States
Join Edwards as we celebrate Howard County with the Baltimore Banner!
Schedule:
5:00pm – 5:30pm: Welcome
5:30pm – 7:00pm: Speakers, Panels, and Fireside Chats
7:00pm – 7:30pm: Happy Hour & Networking

2024 Government Contract Pricing Summit
2024-06-11 - 2024-06-13 | Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, 1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
The Government Contract Pricing Summit (GCP Summit) is a unique opportunity for federal contract pricing professionals from the public and private sectors to meet, grow professionally, and collaborate on solutions for more efficient acquisitions. Over 2,000 top pricing professionals from government and industry have attended the GCP Summit.

4th Annual Mini Golf Tournament for PTSD Treatment
2024-06-21 07:30 - 19:30 UTC | Laurel Golf Center, 9801 Fort Meade Road, Laurel, MD, United States
Join us for a day of mini golf, friendship, food and drinks, and spirited competition as we come together to support The Headstrong Project, a nonprofit founded in 2012 that provides stigma-free, barrier-free, confidential mental health care treatment for service members, military veterans and their families.
Edwards is proud to sponsor this event.

In-Person CCP 2.0 Exam Prep w/ Baylor University
2024-06-24 08:00 - 2024-06-28 17:00, 2024-07-15 08:00 - 2024-07-19 17:00 UTC | Louise Herrington School of Nursing, 333 N Washington Ave, Dallas, TX, 75246, United States

CCA Exam Prep
2024-06-24 09:00 - 2024-06-28 17:00, 2024-09-16 08:00 - 2024-09-20 17:00, 2024-12-09 08:00 - 2024-12-13 17:00 UTC | Virtual, United States
This course provides in-depth knowledge of the CMMC Model and the technical background required for an Assessor to successfully participate on a C3PAO assessment team, or a consultant to successfully prepare an organization for their Level 2 CMMC Assessment. In this 5-day deep dive of the CMMC model, we navigate multiple company scenarios to demonstrate the application of the NIST 800-171 Framework/ CMMC controls, relevant assessment objectives, and evidence requirements pertaining to the Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) learning objectives. This course is taught using multiple scenario OSC environments varying in size, locations, and on-prem vs. hybrid systems.

CCP CLASS
2024-07-08 08:00 - 2024-07-12 17:00, 2024-08-12 08:00 - 2024-08-16 17:00, 2024-10-07 08:00 - 2024-10-11 17:00, 2024-11-04 08:00 - 2024-11-08 17:00 UTC | Virtual, United States

MACo Summer Conference
2024-08-14 - 2024-08-17 | Roland Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
MACo’s Summer Conference brings together approximately 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector. With four days of educational sessions, along with 2 exhibit shows (over 350 vendors!), and numerous briefings, meetings, and opportunities to connect with counties, this conference is a can’t-miss event for anyone involved in Maryland’s local government interests.

HoCo Signature Event
2024-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Belmont Manor, 6555 Belmont Woods Rd, Elkridge, MD, 21075, United States

Lunch and Learn - NCMA Woodlawn - Cybersecurity
2024-09-17 11:00 - 13:30 UTC | Martins West, 6817 Dogwood Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21244, United States
NCMA Woodlawn Community –
Join us for an action-packed Lunch and Learn on September 17th with an exceptional guest speaker and expert panel discussion!
Guest Speaker: Jeneen Iwugo – Deputy Center for Program Integrity (CPI) at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Jeneen will share information on the focus of CPI accomplishments as well as the goals and objectives they are trying to achieve. Additionally, she will discuss how they Center invests in data and analytics to support fraud, waste, and abuse detection and prevention efforts, reducing burdensome documentation requirements for providers, and improving communication and collaboration with all their partners.
Panel Topic: Cybersecurity – Protecting our systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
Panel Participants: Timothy Amerson – Deputy Chief Information Security Officer/Deputy Associate Commissioner Office of Information Security (OIS) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) for the Social Security Administration (SSA)
Additional participants TBD
Cybersecurity is an important combination of knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors that helps prevent against potential data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage caused by cyber-attacks. Hear from our panel experts about ways to protect yourself and your organization from cyber threats. Learn about current trends and how the government and industry alike can reduce their risks and vulnerabilities.
See you on September 17th – register before it sells out!
Tickets
$75 Member Ticket
$90 Non-Member Ticket
$0.00 Government Ticket

8th Annual Cyber Awards
2024-09-19

National Cyber Summit
2024-09-24 - 2024-09-26 | Von Braun Center, South Hall 700 Monroe St, Hunstville, AL, 35801, United States
National Cyber Summit is the nation’s most innovative cyber security-technology event, offering unique educational, collaborative and workforce development opportunities for industry visionaries and rising leaders. NCS offers more value than similar cyber conferences with diverse focus-areas, premier speakers, and unmatched accessibility. Our core focus is on three things: education, collaboration and innovation.

CUI-CON Seattle 2024
2024-10-01 - 2024-10-02
CUI-CON conferences are about everything a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor must do to protect the Federal Government’s Intellectual Property (a.k.a., Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)). The government specified information security requirements in 2017 and 3rd Party Certification of the contractor’s implementation is expected to go into effect late 2024/early 2025.

Cybersecurity Compliance Workshop: CMMC and Beyond
2025-06-12 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Lakeside Insurance 11101 W. 120th Ave, Suite 270 Broomfield, CO 80021, Lakeside Insurance 11101 W. 120th Ave, Suite 270, Broomfield, CO, 80021, United States
Join Edwards Performance Solutions at The Millennium Group Computing’s Cybersecurity Compliance Workshop on Thursday, June 12 in Broomfield, Colorado.
This VIP event features a panel of industry leaders sharing practical guidance on CMMC, NIST 800-171, and other key frameworks. Speakers will explore what compliance means in today’s defense landscape, how organizations can assess their current posture, and what steps they can take to reduce risk and meet evolving requirements.
Panelists include Tony DiDonato (The Millennium Group Computing), Jake Charen (Lakeside Insurance), and Evan Neufeld (Edwards Performance Solutions).
Whether you are navigating CMMC, HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI, or ISO 27001, this session offers real-world insights and strategies to support your success.

CMMC Pau Hana: Compliance Meets Community​
2025-06-18 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | HI BRAU Room at Aloha Beer Co, 700 Queen Street, Honolulu, HI, 700 Queen Street, Hona, HI, 96813, United States
Join Edwards Performance Solutions at Intech Hawaii’s CMMC Pau Hana on Wednesday, June 18 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
This in-person event brings together local leaders, defense contractors, and cybersecurity professionals for an evening of conversation, clarity, and connection. Attendees will discuss the realities of CMMC in Hawaii, share strategies for staying audit ready, and explore what successful compliance looks like across roles and organizations.
Featured guests include representatives from Intech Hawaii, Field Effect, and Edwards Performance Solutions.
If you are involved in CMMC, DFARS, NIST 800 171, or support contractors in the defense space, this event offers practical insight and a chance to connect with others doing the work.

CMMC Is Here What Contractors Need to Know Before It Hits Contracts: Webinar
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Venue: Online Webinar
Join Edwards Performance Solutions for an upcoming Government Contractor Chat session focused on the evolving CMMC landscape and what it means for your organization.
Topic: CMMC Is Here What Government Contractors Need to Know Before the Requirements Reach Your Contract
What will be covered:
• A practical overview of the current state of CMMC
• What government contractors should be doing now to prepare
• Common pitfalls organizations encounter during assessments
• Guidance for preparing for a successful certification
About Edwards Performance Solutions:
Edwards Performance Solutions is a leading cybersecurity and compliance firm supporting organizations across the Defense Industrial Base. As the first organization fully supporting the CMMC ecosystem including Authorized Training Provider ATP, Authorized Publishing Partner APP, Registered Provider Organization RPO, and Certified Third Party Assessment Organization C3PAO, Edwards delivers training, readiness consulting, and independent Level 2 assessments.
Our team helps organizations strengthen cybersecurity, achieve compliance, and confidently compete for Department of Defense contracts.
Speakers:
Matt Hoeper
Director Commercial and Cybersecurity
CISSP PMP Lead CCA CMMC Credentialed Instructor Speaker Author Advisory Board Member
Evan Neufeld
Manager Business Development and Partnerships
CMMC RP
