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SUMMARY:Mind the Gap: Measuring Pursuit Drift from Qualification to Submission
DESCRIPTION:Why do promising proposals fall short at evaluation? Most losses stem from two critical\, unmeasured gaps: \n\nThe Qualification Gap: Inherited before a single word is written—the disconnect between customer requirements and your organization’s true capabilities\, positioning\, and relationship.\nThe Drafting Gap: Created during proposal development—the drift caused by functional silos\, unowned narratives\, unquantified claims\, and unmonitored messaging.\n\nMost teams discover these gaps only during post-loss debriefs. This session turns both gaps into measurable\, manageable metrics using practical\, tool-agnostic methods that run on a spreadsheet. Through a step-by-step walkthrough of a composite pursuit—from kickoff through color team reviews to final submission—you will pinpoint exactly where drift opens\, where warning signs are missed\, and when a gap becomes unrecoverable. \nKey Takeaways \nBy attending this session\, proposal and capture professionals will learn how to: \n\nPinpoint Pursuit Gaps: Clearly distinguish between foundational qualification gaps and execution-based drafting drift.\nSpot Warning Signs Early: Identify four critical early-warning indicators that a pursuit is drifting away from customer requirements and evaluation criteria.\nInstitute a Structured Review Cadence: Apply a practical checkpoint framework mapped directly to standard color team review milestones.\nMake Decisive Mid-Pursuit Calls: Evaluate whether late-cycle drift is recoverable and establish clear criteria for mid-pursuit scope corrections or no-bid decisions.\n\n 
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SUMMARY:October Member Meeting & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Occurs the third Thursday of each month at 4:30 PM. \nEvent Description: Our monthly member meetings are a relaxed\, welcoming space to connect with fellow members\, exchange ideas\, and stay plugged into what’s happening across the chapter. \nEach session offers a light-touch update on chapter initiatives\, upcoming events\, and opportunities to get involved\, along with open conversation and community connection. Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new\, this is an easy\, low-pressure way to build relationships and stay engaged. \nCome as you are. Join for the full hour or just drop in. These meetings are designed to meet you where you are and keep you connected to a smart\, generous professional community.
URL:https://apmpnca.org/event/october-member-meeting-happy-hour/
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SUMMARY:2027 Mentor-Protege Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Meeting details coming soon.
URL:https://apmpnca.org/event/2027-mentor-protege-program-information-session/
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SUMMARY:2027 Mentor-Protege Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Meeting details coming soon.
URL:https://apmpnca.org/event/2027-mentor-protege-program-information-session-2/
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SUMMARY:2027 Mentor-Protege Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Meeting details coming soon.
URL:https://apmpnca.org/event/2027-mentor-protege-program-information-session-3/
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