Learn How about Upcoming contract opportunities and active projects with Purdue University.
-What these institutions are actually buying
-How their procurement processes work
-What it takes to position your business to win

The Indiana Toll Road and ProcuraFind® invite contractors, service providers, small businesses, and community partners to an immersive Highway Transportation Industry Day designed to connect businesses with the people, priorities, projects, and opportunities surrounding Indiana's toll-road and transportation ecosystem.

In this special edition of Talks on Demand, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain takes a business-focused look at the controversy surrounding rapper and entrepreneur DaBaby’s new Charlotte restaurant, No Knife Chicken & Waffles. What did the marketing team already know about the target customer? How does celebrity, exclusivity and perceived value affect pricing?

In this video, Dr.Dawn Nicole breaks down why small businesses must begin adopting the mindset, systems, positioning, and operational discipline of larger companies—before the big opportunities arrive.

New & Existing Members & Guests can attend Welcome Call! Monthly on Every 2nd Wednesday!

In this video, Dr. Dawn-Nicole McIlwain opens the ProcuraFind vault to the same foundational strategies that have helped ProcuraFind members secure more millions in corporate contracts in just the last two years

in this exclusive ProcuraFind® VIP Masterclass, federal contracting expert Dr. Lori Smith of Acu-Elligent unpacks how small businesses can begin pursuing opportunities as subcontractors within the federal marketplace.

Small business owners, are you ready to win corporate and government contracts? Join us on Oct 26, 2026 to see what it means to be contract-ready in 2026, which certifications matter most, how to craft winning bid proposals, and how to get in front of Corporate and Government buyers and agencies.
Built for business owners who are stuck on where to start or losing bids they submit, you'll walk away with a clear next step to compete, win, and scale.
Register Today, Don't Wait!

ProcuraFind® hosted another powerful session in our Virtual Contract Connections series focused on how to do business in the hospitality, tourism, and entertainment industry.
Whether you’re a marketing company, product brand, facilities maintenance company, construction firm, consultant, technology provider, or service-based business, there are opportunities available right in your regional area and across the country.

This video introduces small businesses to the massive landscape of public and private sector procurement. It breaks down the size and scope of the contracting market, explains key terminology (like RFP, NAICS codes, set-asides), and outlines the 4 main contracting sectors—corporate, city/county, state, and federal. It also includes a Supplier Success Mindset and a 7-Cs

Is AI about to completely change the way we network?
Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain, CEO & Founder of ProcuraFind®, sits down with Ryan Best of 2connect.ai, the startup using artificial intelligence to disrupt the traditional approach to social and business networking.

Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain unpacks Focus Groups: How to run online focus groups that convert & give marketing intel.
In this video we teach you How to run a focus group fast, free & easy & why every business should do it for real-time product feedback.

What is a strategic partnership, and why does your business need one?
In this video, I break down the true meaning of a strategic partnership and explain why building the right relationships may be one of the most important growth strategies for entrepreneurs, suppliers, and corporate contractors alike.

Want to learn how to get your products into local visitor centers and tourism gift shops? In this special ProcuraFind® session, we invited Visit Charlotte to share valuable insights on how small businesses, product brands, makers, and entrepreneurs can position themselves to sell products through visitor centers and tourism-focused retail spaces.

In this video, I break down:
Why corporations buy solutions—not products or services
The mindset shift every business owner needs to make
How to position your company so decision-makers pay attention
Why your value proposition matters more than your capabilities
A simple way to rethink your marketing and sales messaging

What happens when AI goes rogue?
In this video, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain, CEO of ProcuraFind®, breaks down a recent situation involving Waymo vehicles in Atlanta and explains what happens when artificial intelligence systems and technology-based products malfunction in real-world environments.

New & Existing Members & Guests can attend Welcome Call! Monthly on Every 2nd Wednesday!

In honor of Small Business Month, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain sits down for a powerful and personal conversation with her father to explore the roots of entrepreneurship within their family.

Small business owners, are you ready to win corporate and government contracts? Join us on Nov 16, 2026 to see what it means to be contract-ready in 2026, which certifications matter most, how to craft winning bid proposals, and how to get in front of Corporate and Government buyers and agencies.
Built for business owners who are stuck on where to start or losing bids they submit, you'll walk away with a clear next step to compete, win, and scale.
Register Today, Don't Wait!

Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain sits down for a powerful, unfiltered “tell all” conversation with her husband, Dr. DeMario McIlwain, widely regarded as an AI guru and visionary. In this candid interview, they unpack a major shift happening right now: we are no longer in an AI “idea phase”… we are officially in a Builder’s Market.

What happens when you create with AI, but claim it as your own?
Who actually owns the copyright?
And what are you legally required to disclose?

Dr. Dawn Nicole unpacks the real reasons why some people reach their goals while others stay stuck. It's not about talent, luck, or opportunity. It's about the habits, mindsets, and decisions that quietly separate the ones who make it from the ones who don't. If you're serious about building something real, this is the conversation you need to have with yourself.

Learn how to create a compelling business Capability Statement

New & Existing Members & Guests can attend Welcome Call! Monthly on Every 2nd Wednesday!

What happens when you’re placed in a leadership role… but someone else quietly sets you up to fail? in this episode of Talks On Demand, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain shares a powerful, real-life leadership story from her time as a subcontractor supporting a Fortune 100 enterprise. Stepping into a newly expanded leadership role overseeing Agile teams, she quickly realized that not everyone was aligned with the decision—especially a departing team member who questioned her “pedigree” and attempted to undermine her authority on his way out.

Are you unknowingly making the one mistake that causes corporate buyers to lose interest before your pitch is even over? In this video, I share one of the biggest mistakes I see small business suppliers make when pitching to corporate procurement teams and decision makers. If you're serious about winning more corporate contracts, this is a simple shift that can dramatically improve how buyers perceive your business.

Small business owners, are you ready to win corporate and government contracts? Join us on Dec 16, 2026 to see what it means to be contract-ready in 2026, which certifications matter most, how to craft winning bid proposals, and how to get in front of Corporate and Government buyers and agencies.
Built for business owners who are stuck on where to start or losing bids they submit, you'll walk away with a clear next step to compete, win, and scale.
Register Today, Don't Wait!

Want to learn how to do business with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)? In this video, we break down the strategies, tools, and insights small businesses need to successfully pursue contracting opportunities with one of the nation's largest federal agencies.

In this powerful message, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain, CEO & Founder of ProcuraFind®, shares why the road to business success can look messy before the breakthrough becomes visible. While others may see disorganization, uncertainty, or disruption, you have to keep your eyes on the remodel—and the vision of what’s coming next.

ProcuraFind® hosted another powerful session in our Virtual Contract Connections series focused on how to do business in the hospitality, tourism, and entertainment industry.

Your Time to Shine”: Available Now on Amazon: “What happens when you’ve finally found your purpose… but the people around you still can’t see it?” Find out in New book!

In this video from ProcuraFind®'s 4th Friday Contract CliniQ™, resource partner and ProcuraFind member Tony Proctor of Proctor & Associates shares practical insights on what it takes to have contract-ready financials when pursuing corporate contracts.

What did Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain do before she ever accepted her first client or made her first dollar in business?
In this video, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain, CEO and Founder of ProcuraFind®, shares the exact strategic move she made when she launched her first business in 2015—a decision that would ultimately shape how she builds, scales, and grows businesses today.

What if your ideal clients could see you, hear you, invite you, need you, and elevate you—before you ever step foot in the building?
In this video, Dr. Dawn Nicole McIlwain breaks down the powerful five-point SHINE for Business Framework™ designed to help small businesses move from invisible to in-demand in the corporate marketplace.

At ProcuraFind®’s 2nd Friday Masterclass, Taja M. Graham of OPSIQ breaks down the common mistakes founders make that can cost them contracts before they ever get them—and even prevent them from being invited back for the next opportunity.

What actually happens when a company asks your business to complete a cybersecurity or financial risk assessment before doing business with them?
In this brief video, Dr. Dawn Nicole of ProcuraFind® shares a firsthand look at what ProcuraFind® experienced while going through a third-party vendor risk assessment with a financial institution.