Federal Contracting: Tools to Succeed During Uncertainty
The federal contracting landscape is shifting rapidly, with frequent updates to regulations and compliance requirements, often through Executive Orders.
For small businesses, this can create uncertainty and raise tough questions: Is working with the federal government still worth it? How can I manage risk and support my team through constant change? This webinar will provide practical tools to help your business stay steady, strategic, and successful, despite the turbulence. You’ll leave with new ways to evaluate risk, adapt your approach, and continue pursuing government opportunities with confidence.
Webinar topics include:
- Identify how recent federal changes may impact your business
- Evaluate risk and resilience in your current contracting strategy
- Explore tools to navigate uncertainty with confidence
- Learn ways to support both your business and your employees during times of change
Meet your speaker
Mary Jo Juarez
Procurement Specialist,
Norcal APEX Accelerator

Mary Jo Juarez has extensive contracting experience as a former Contracting Officer for the Department of the Navy. In her position as the Deputy for Small Business, Mary Jo discovered her lasting passion of educating and helping small businesses to become successful in obtaining and performing in the government contracting arena. She specializes in working with small businesses to help them understand and work through the maze of regulations and requirements in government contracting. Mary Jo is a “connector “of small businesses, agencies, and prime contractors; helping to establish relationships which benefit all parties. She holds a BA from the Evergreen State College, MBA from City University, and has been working on the Doctorate in Business Education at Argosy University.
Registration Cost: FREE
Location: Virtual (Zoom Webinar)
Event Contact: Norcal APEX Accelerator
P: (707) 267-7561
E: info@apexnorcal.org
This no-cost training event is hosted by

Norcal APEX Accelerator
Northern California APEX Accelerator is a government-funded nonprofit formed to help small businesses find, bid on, and win contracts with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies.