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    <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:01:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>2025 PGCTC Mentoring Network (Mentee) (January 01, 2025)</title>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ready to Grow Your Tech Business? Get Mentored by Industry Leaders!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Are you an aspiring entrepreneur, current business owner, or student passionate about launching or growing a tech business? Do you want to learn from &lt;strong&gt;top CEOs and executives&lt;/strong&gt; who have successfully navigated the challenges of building and scaling tech ventures?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Now’s your chance to connect with experienced professionals who can help you:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You’ll Gain&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Expert Guidance&lt;/strong&gt;: Learn how to develop, maintain, and grow a tech business from those who have already done it.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Personalized Mentorship&lt;/strong&gt;: Receive tailored advice in &lt;strong&gt;one-on-one sessions&lt;/strong&gt; whenever possible, designed specifically for your business needs.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Flexible Meetings&lt;/strong&gt;: Attend &lt;strong&gt;quarterly group meetings&lt;/strong&gt; either &lt;strong&gt;in person or online&lt;/strong&gt;, so you can engage with mentors and peers from anywhere.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking&lt;/strong&gt;: Build valuable connections with influential leaders in the tech world, expanding your opportunities.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Practical Insights&lt;/strong&gt;: Gain real-world strategies and solutions that successful tech entrepreneurs use to stay ahead.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Who Can Join?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start a tech business.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Current tech business owners seeking to scale and innovate.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Students eager to learn from industry leaders and gain practical knowledge.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How It Works&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;Be matched with a &lt;strong&gt;CEO or Executive mentor&lt;/strong&gt; based on your business stage and goals.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Participate in &lt;strong&gt;quarterly group meetings&lt;/strong&gt; either in person or online to share experiences and learn from each other.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Get &lt;strong&gt;one-on-one coaching sessions&lt;/strong&gt; when possible to receive personalized advice.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This is your chance to get the mentorship you need to succeed.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from the best in the tech industry and take your business to the next level.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Sign Up Today&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Transform your business with the guidance of those who’ve already achieved success!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.pgctc.org/event-5965633</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>CMMC Training Program Application (February 23, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"&gt;The Prince George's County Technology Council, in partnership with TCecure, offers a comprehensive cybersecurity workforce development program built around the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"&gt;This program is designed for individuals who want to enter or advance in the cybersecurity field. Whether you're a career changer, a recent graduate, or a current IT professional looking to specialize in compliance and security, our program provides a clear pathway from classroom learning to professional certification.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;div class="pgctc-card" style="box-shadow: rgba(27, 58, 92, 0.12) 0px 8px 24px !important;"&gt;
  &lt;h3&gt;Step 1: Learn&lt;/h3&gt;

  &lt;p&gt;Complete instructor-led CMMC coursework through our online learning platform. Gain foundational knowledge in cybersecurity controls, compliance documentation, and the CMMC Level 1 framework.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;

&lt;div class="pgctc-card"&gt;
  &lt;h3&gt;Step 2: Practice&lt;/h3&gt;

  &lt;p&gt;Join the Cyber Clinic as a clinician. Work on real client projects under senior cybersecurity professionals/preceptors.&amp;nbsp;Conduct assessments and develop remediation plans for actual organizations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;

&lt;div class="pgctc-card"&gt;
  &lt;h3&gt;Step 3: Certify&lt;/h3&gt;Prepare for your CMMC Professional (CCP) credential. Your coursework and hands-on clinic experience directly support certification readiness.
&lt;/div&gt;

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  &lt;h3&gt;Step 4: Launch&lt;/h3&gt;

  &lt;p&gt;Enter the workforce as a qualified cybersecurity compliance professional, prepared for roles in security compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity consulting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.pgctc.org/event-6584654</link>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Best of Prince George's County Award (March 01, 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="356" data-end="686"&gt;The Best of Prince George's County Cybersecurity Award recognizes organizations and individuals who have made a meaningful impact on cybersecurity across the community. This countywide recognition highlights initiatives that strengthen cybersecurity awareness, resilience, and protection for residents, businesses, and public institutions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="688" data-end="990"&gt;All eligible nominees compete for a single award based on demonstrated community impact during the evaluation period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Submissions are evaluated using a transparent, evidence-based framework that prioritizes measurable outcomes, community reach, and lasting impact.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="992" data-end="1402"&gt;Eligible nominations will be reviewed by an independent panel of three to five judges representing a range of sectors, including technology, business, government, and education. Judges evaluate submissions using a standardized scoring rubric and must adhere to strict conflict-of-interest guidelines. To maintain fairness, nominees may not serve as judges, and each organization may submit only one nomination.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1404" data-end="1665"&gt;Final results are reviewed to ensure the integrity and consistency of the evaluation process. The goal of the award is to recognize impactful cybersecurity contributions while maintaining a fair, transparent, and credible selection process for all participants.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1667" data-end="1828"&gt;The sponsoring organization reserves the right to disqualify any nominee if credible information arises that conflicts with the intent or standards of the award.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.pgctc.org/event-6609596</link>
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