MKi Marketing
Small Business Marketing Resources
Build procurement skills through challenge, community, and engaging interactive experiences. Access $800B+ in government contracts, corporate RFPs, and grant opportunities.
Government and private procurement represent over $800 billion annually in the United States alone. Yet many small businesses, entrepreneurs, and service providers miss out simply because they don't know how to navigate the systems.
In FY2024, the U.S. federal government awarded $183 billion to small businessesโ28.8% of all federal contracting dollars, the highest percentage ever recorded.
This program combines video learning, live events, interactive challenges, peer collaboration, and gamified progress tracking to ensure you not only learn but actually apply these skills to win real contracts.
Secure your place in our next cohort. Limited to 150 participants per series.
Each series is offered twice per year with a maximum capacity of 150 participants.
Learn federal, state, and municipal contracting. Navigate SAM.gov, identify opportunities, and submit competitive bids.
Win corporate RFPs and B2B contracts. Build relationships and leverage AI-enhanced proposal writing.
Access government and foundation grants. Navigate Grants.gov and write compelling applications.
Click each card to flip and explore how each pathway works.
Navigate federal, state, and local contracting to access stable, high-value contracts.
What it is: Process by which government agencies purchase goods, services, and construction from private sector businesses.
How it's different: Follows strict regulations (FAR) and requires registration on SAM.gov. Contracts awarded through competitive bidding and set-asides.
Why it matters: Government contracting offers stability, predictable payments, and access to massive budgets. Federal agencies spend $773B+ annually.
Build corporate relationships and win B2B contracts with flexible strategies.
What it is: Process by which private companies purchase goods and services. Includes responding to RFPs and building vendor relationships.
How it's different: Less regulated, more relationship-driven. Companies have flexibility in vendor selection and contract terms.
Why it matters: Corporate procurement offers higher margins, faster decision-making, and long-term partnerships. Market valued at $15B+ globally.
Access non-repayable funds for innovation, expansion, and mission-driven projects.
What it is: Non-repayable funds from government, foundations, and corporations to support projects and business growth.
How it's different: Competitive and mission-focused. Must demonstrate alignment with funder priorities and measurable impact.
Why it matters: Grants provide capital for innovation without debt. U.S. federal government awards $600B+ annually in grants.
Visual dashboard with completion rates, achievement badges, and milestones
Interactive regional procurement opportunity maps with clickable pins
Timed quizzes with instant feedback and score tracking
Dedicated groups for peer reviews, networking, and cohort support
Real-time rankings and points for activities within your cohort