BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250521T190000Z DTEND:20250521T200000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:CANCELLED: HTS Series: A Guide for Government Contract Readiness DESCRIPTION:The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base. As CMMC 2.0 phases in through 2028\, businesses must understand what's required to pursue and maintain DoD contracts.\n\nThis workshop will explain the certification process\, outline key requirements\, and provide practical guidance to help businesses prepare for compliance.\n\n\n\nIt does not certify participants for CMMC but equips them with the foundational knowledge to begin the process and avoid common missteps.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\n What the CMMC framework is and why it matters\n The difference between CMMC levels and their relevance to your business\n Steps to begin preparing for certification\n How to align your cybersecurity practices with government standards\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\n\n Contractors and subcontractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)\n Companies pursuing DoD or federal contracts\n Any Hawaii-based business seeking to strengthen its cybersecurity posture\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Trainers:\n\n\n\nAdrienne Chee | Alani Group\, LLC\n\n\n\nwww.alanigroupllc.com\n\nAdrienne Chee\, born and raised in Waim nalo\, O ahu\, now resides in Kailua\, where she passionately operates her business with a strong dedication to supporting local businesses. With over 35 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity management\, Adrienne is a seasoned professional who brings technical expertise and leadership to her mission.\n\n\n\nShe holds advanced cybersecurity certifications\, including credentials in the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and Certified Information Systems Security Proefessional\, reflecting her commitment to excellence and industry standards. She is the owner and operator of Alani Group LLC.\, an SBA certified Women-owned Small Business (WOSB)\, helping Hawaii s federal contractors achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance to maintain DoD contract eligibility. \n\n\n\nCERTIFICATIONS:\n\n Alani Group\, LLC | SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business\n CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP)\n CMMC Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA)\n CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)\n ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)\n\nStan Lau\, Founder/CEO | Hawaii Tech Support\n\n\n\nwww.hitechsupport.net\n\nStanley Lau is the CEO and Founder of Hawaii Tech Support\, leading a talented team dedicated to empowering client partners through the strategic use of technology. Since founding Hawaii Tech Support in 2004\, Stanley has guided the company from its early days of supporting businesses with email\, servers\, and internet technologies\, to its current role as a leader in cloud services\, virtual servers\, and cybersecurity. \n\n\n\nWith a robust background that includes a B.S. in Computer Science from UCLA\, certification as a Microsoft Certified Professional\, and over 25 years of experience across various technical roles\, Stanley has been pivotal in the evolution of Hawaii Tech Support. His journey in the tech industry has spanned roles as a Programmer\, Systems Engineer\, Project Manager\, and CTO\, equipping him with a broad perspective on technology's role in business success.\n \nAbout the Series: This workshop is Part 2 of a 4-part Cybersecurity Workshop Series offered by Hawaii Tech Support\, a BIA Hawaii member and locally founded IT leader committed to empowering Hawaii's businesses through technology and education. Since 2004\, Hawaii Tech Support has grown into a trusted community partner recognized for innovation\, reliability\, and excellence in service.\n\n\n\nHawaii Tech Support: https://www.hitechsupport.net/\n\nWhether you're a small business aiming to grow into federal contracting or an established firm ready to elevate your security infrastructure\, this session offers vital information to support your next steps.\n\n \n\n\nOnline Attendance Instructions\n\nIf attending online\, please:\n\n\n Log in at least 15 minutes before the session starts\n Confirm your speaker\, microphone\, and camera are selected and working\n Join the meeting at: https://www.anymeeting.com/BIAHawaii\n\n\nWe highly encourage scheduling a test run before the event\, contact Tricia at tricia@biahawaii.org.\n\nFor technical issues on the day of the event\, call (808) 629-7511. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base. As CMMC 2.0 phases in through 2028\, businesses must understand what&rsquo\;s required to pursue and maintain DoD contracts.

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This workshop will explain the certification process\, outline key requirements\, and provide practical guidance to help businesses prepare for compliance.
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\nIt does \;not \;certify participants for CMMC but equips them with the foundational knowledge to begin the process and avoid common missteps.

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Key Takeaways:

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Who Should Attend:

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\nMeet the Trainers:
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\nAdrienne Chee | Alani Group\, LLC
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\nwww.alanigroupllc.com
\nAdrienne Chee\, born and raised in Waimā\;nalo\, Oʻ\;ahu\, now resides in Kailua\, where she passionately operates her business with a strong dedication to supporting local businesses. With over 35 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity management\, Adrienne is a seasoned professional who brings technical expertise and leadership to her mission.
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\nShe holds advanced cybersecurity certifications\, including credentials in the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and Certified Information Systems Security Proefessional\, reflecting her commitment to excellence and industry standards. She is the owner and operator of Alani Group LLC.\, an SBA certified Women-owned Small Business (WOSB)\, helping Hawaiiʻ\;s federal contractors achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance to maintain DoD contract eligibility. \;
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\nCERTIFICATIONS:\n\nStan Lau\, Founder/CEO | Hawaii Tech Support
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\nwww.hitechsupport.net
\nStanley Lau is the CEO and Founder of Hawaii Tech Support\, leading a talented team dedicated to empowering client partners through the strategic use of technology. Since founding Hawaii Tech Support in 2004\, Stanley has guided the company from its early days of supporting businesses with email\, servers\, and internet technologies\, to its current role as a leader in cloud services\, virtual servers\, and cybersecurity. \;
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\nWith a robust background that includes a B.S. in Computer Science from UCLA\, certification as a Microsoft Certified Professional\, and over 25 years of experience across various technical roles\, Stanley has been pivotal in the evolution of Hawaii Tech Support. His journey in the tech industry has spanned roles as a Programmer\, Systems Engineer\, Project Manager\, and CTO\, equipping him with a broad perspective on technology'\;s role in business success.\n
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About the Series: \;This workshop is \;Part 2 \;of a \;4-part Cybersecurity Workshop Series \;offered by \;Hawaii Tech Support\, a BIA Hawaii member and \;locally founded IT leader committed to empowering Hawaii&rsquo\;s businesses through technology and education. Since 2004\, Hawaii Tech Support has grown into a trusted community partner recognized for innovation\, reliability\, and excellence in service.
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\nHawaii Tech Support: \;https://www.hitechsupport.net/

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Whether you'\;re a small business aiming to grow into federal contracting or an established firm ready to elevate your security infrastructure\, this session offers vital information to support your next steps.
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Online Attendance Instructions

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If attending online\, please:

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We highly encourage \;scheduling \;a test run before the event\, contact Tricia at tricia@biahawaii.org.

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For technical issues on the day of the event\, call (808) 629-7511.

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