Upcoming Trainings & Events

Washington APEX Accelerator

Researching the Government Marketplace

9:00 - 10:00 am

October 31, 2025

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No Fee

This in-person course shows you how to navigate free web-based market research tools like USASpending.gov, FPDS, WEBS, and more. These tools can help firms learn which agencies buy what they sell, how much they spend on those goods or services, and who their competitors are. Walk away with a unique worksheet to help guide your research efforts. Be ready to ask questions!

What to Bring: Please bring a laptop or other suitable device.

Instructor Bio: Grady Smith is the lead APEX Advisor for Thurston County. He works with businesses one-on-one to help them navigate government contracting.

  • Please familiarize yourself with our User Agreement and *Liability Waiver before class.
  • Closed-toed shoes are required at all times at the Lacey MakerSpace.
  • *Liability Waiver must be signed in person at the front desk before participating in any activities at the Lacey MakerSpace.

Contact for More Information:

Grady Smith

gsmith@thurstonedc.com