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• 2026 Alaska Regional Conference

  • Start
    8 Jun 2026
  • End
    10 Jun 2026

  

  The 2026 Alaska Regional Conference in Anchorage, Alaska offers educational sessions, matchmaking, networking and resources for all small businesses including aspiring, current and graduate 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, VOSB, SDB, WOSB, DBE, and teaming partnerships.

  Extend your networking opportunities by signing up for our one-day Golf Tournament Fundraiser on June 11, 2026.

  
  

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• NDIA Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition

  • Start
    8 Jun 2026
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  • End
    10 Jun 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    2101 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700 Arlington, VA 22201

  

  Why Should I Attend?

  The NDIA 2026 Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition is crucial for understanding how new technologies and capabilities will influence future military operations. The conference will provide a platform for collaboration between the defense industry and military organizations to ensure that emerging threats can be addressed.

  This world class conference aims to create an innovative environment by bringing together experts from diverse fields such as armaments, robotics, and munitions technology. The objective is to foster creative interdisciplinary conversations and collaborations among the attendees. The agenda is designed to stimulate creative thinking and encourage collaborative problem-solving, ultimately advancing these fields.

  Join more than 700 global leaders, defense innovators, and strategic thinkers at a groundbreaking conference exploring the future of warfare. From AI-driven operations and high-level autonomous systems to cyber dominance and next-generation defense technologies, this event dives deep into the forces reshaping conflict in the 21st century.

  Who Attends
  Industry	Government (Civilian/DoD/Foreign)	Active Duty Military

  
  

  Monday, June 8

  DAY 1 SESSIONS

  Registration: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

  Committee Meetings: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Invite Only

  Exhibit Hall Open: 12:00 - 6:30 pm

  General Session: 1:30 - 5:00 pm

  Networking Reception: 5:00 - 6:30 pm

  Tuesday, June 9

  DAY 2 SESSIONS

  Registration: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

  Breakout Sessions: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  Exhibit Hall Open: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

  Networking Reception: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

  Wednesday, June 10

  LIVE FIRE DEMO

  Bus Transportation*:
  7:30 am 

  Live Fire Demo:
  8:30 am - 2:00 pm

  Bus Transportation*:
  12:00 & 2:00 pm 

  *Bus transportation is optional and requires prior registration.

  
  

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• 94th MORS Symposium

  • Start
    8 Jun 2026
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  • End
    11 Jun 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    United States Air Force Academy 2354 Fairchild Drive Air Force Academy, Colorado, US, 80840

  

  For 60 years the annual MORS Symposium has been the national security operations research community’s premier forum to exchange insight, examine emerging research, and address the most complex analytic challenges facing our nation. Each year, the Symposium brings together roughly 1,000 operations research and analytic professionals representing military, government, industry, and academia to share best practices, sharpen analytic approaches, and strengthen professional relationships in a collaborative environment. At its core, this work is focused on supporting the warfighter with high-quality, decision-ready analysis.

   

  The Symposium begins with learning-focused Monday Tutorials and CEU Courses, followed by multiple days of deep, content-rich Working Group sessions and panels. Throughout the week, participants present in-progress work, share completed studies, discuss future analytic priorities, and explore new techniques and methods. The MORS Symposium continues to be the best venue to present, discover, and advance the latest developments in operations research and analysis while building the connections that drive national security impact year-round.

  
  

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• Think Gov 2026

  • When
    9 Jun 2026
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    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Nationals Park 1500 South Capitol Street SE Washington, District Of Columbia, US, 20003

  

  At Think Gov 2026, forward-thinking Federal IT decision-makers will explore how AI, automation, and hybrid cloud are driving productivity and mission advantage. Join us at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. to see how other agencies are deploying AI agents and assistants, optimizing AI-ready data, and ensuring maximum ROI with IT automation — all with the power of choice, trust, and seamless integration.

  Think Gov 2026 will feature:

  • Real-world success stories
  • Hands-on activations showcasing IBM’s latest innovations across automation, AI, data, hybrid cloud and more
  • Networking with IBM experts, trusted partners, and industry leaders to foster strategic connections
  • Insights and strategies to help attendees make informed, impactful, and future-proofed decisions for their agency

  Attendees will walk away with the tools, knowledge, and relationships to unlock AI’s full potential and maximize their mission success.

  
  

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• NSF SBIR/STTR New Funding Opportunity for Scientific Instrumentation

  • When
    9 Jun 2026
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  

  Please join America’s Seed Fund, powered by the U.S. National Science Foundation, for a virtual webinar and Q&A session, NSF SBIR/STTR New Funding Opportunity for Scientific Instrumentation: Tuesday, June 9, 2-3 p.m. EDT In this session, NSF Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (NSF SBIR/STTR) program directors will go over the new pilot initiative focused on enabling technologies that include next-generation instrumentation, novel experimental platforms, and other scientific equipment.

  REGISTER The new NSF SBIR/STTR scientific instrument emphasis will prioritize investing in the necessary infrastructure to support entirely new fields of scientific discovery, making new technological breakthroughs and transformative applications possible. Before joining the webinar, we recommend you review the full solicitation: NSF 26-511: Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs: A Pilot Emphasis on Scientific Instrumentation

  
  

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• 2026 Golf Tournament Fundraiser

  • When
    11 Jun 2026
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Anchorage Golf Course

  

  Supporting the Growth of the Small Business Community

  We hope you will extend your networking opportunities and join us on June 11, 2026 at Anchorage Golf Course.

  Registration and a light breakfast begin at 7:00am with a shotgun start at 8:00am. Our onsite lunch includes wine, spirits, and local Alaskan beer.

  
  

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• From Interested To Procurement Ready

  • When
    17 Jun 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  

  From Interested To Procurement Ready

  A live 2-hour webinar for small businesses entering the federal market. Three pillars. Four voices who've built it. One clear roadmap forward.

  • ✓Find teaming partners without the 12–18 month wait
  • ✓Access specialized capital for federal contractors
  • ✓Hear directly from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
  • ✓Walk away with a clear roadmap (½-hour live Q&A)

  Reserve Your Seat

  June 15, 2026 · 6 – 8 PM EST

  Brought to you by

  

  Trying to Break Into Federal Contracting?

  You see the $775B federal market. You know there's opportunity. But partners are hard to find, capital is hard to get, and agencies feel like a black box.

  Two hours. Three pillars. Real answers.

  Spend an evening with four experts who've built this from every angle — teaming, funding, and agency selection — and leave with the playbook you need to actually win.

  Three Pillars of Federal Success

  What you'll walk away with on June 15.

  The Teaming Pillar

  Find and secure teaming partners through automation. Skip the 12–18 month "getting-to-know-you" phase that slows small business growth.

  The Funding Pillar

  Specialized capital built for federal contractors. Manage financial demands without traditional bank restrictions.

  ️The Agency 

  Direct insight from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on what they look for when selecting small business partners.

  How It Works

  1 Reserve Your Seat

  Register now and lock in your spot for the June 15 webinar.

  2 Join the Live Session

  Spend 2 hours with 4 federal contracting experts — teaming, funding, and agency strategy.

  3 Walk Away Procurement-Ready

  Leave with a clear roadmap and the partners, capital, and agency insight to win.

  Meet Your Expert Panel

  Three pillars of federal success. Four voices who've built it.

  

  Moderator

  Eric Coffie

  CEO, GovCon Giants

  Bridging the gap between industry and
  government perspectives.

  

  The Teaming Pillar

  Tim Hagerty

  CEO, TeamingPro

  Demonstrating how automation transforms partner
  discovery for small businesses.

  

  The Funding Pillar

  Chad Eberly

  General Manager, Encore Funding

  Sharing capital strategies that keep federal
  contractors performing on every win.

  

  Agency Insight

  Todd Rogers

  President & CEO, Logical Technology and Research

  Direct insight into how LTR selects and works
  with small business partners.

  
  Who Should Be in the Room

  Built for small businesses ready to take their next step in federal contracting.

  ✓Small businesses ready to enter or scale in the federal market

  ✓New entrants seeking their first federal contract

  ✓Small primes looking for teaming partners

  ✓Contractors navigating funding gaps on government work

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• Supply Chain USA 2026

  • Start
    23 Jun 2026
  • End
    24 Jun 2026
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Chicago

  

  Clarity in Decisions. Confidence in Outcomes.

  Global supply chains face relentless pressure to stay competitive. Geopolitical shocks, soaring customer expectations and shifting trade policies are all eroding cost visibility. In this volatile landscape, resilience is no longer optional; it is the foundation of competitiveness.
   
  Yet many organisations remain stuck, paralysed by ROI uncertainty, fragmented data streams, and workforce gaps. Forecasts beyond the next quarter remain uncertain, further highlighting the need for stronger predictive capabilities. Of course, investments in AI, automation and network redesign solutions do not come cheap but without the right skills and systems in place, even the best strategies will fail. 
   
  To futureproof your business, supply chains must bend, not break - anchoring strength in people and data before layering on AI and automation to increase efficiency. At Reuters Events: Supply Chain USA 2026, senior executives from the world’s leading retailers, manufacturers, and logistics providers will learn how to create resilience and flexibility by ensuring their supply chains:
  
  • Design for Disruption: Build resilience and agility to withstand volatility and competitive threats 
  • Focus on the Customer: Establish trusted data and empower people to deliver smarter, faster service 
  • Innovate at Scale: Identify where AI and automation create measurable value in cost and time savings 
  • Partner for Performance: Champion collaboration to strengthen logistics ecosystems and drive shared success at scale 
  
  Join 500 of the sharpest minds from North American supply chain planning & logistics across a wide range of industries, to benchmark faster, pressure-test your approach, and turn ideas into funded programs in 2026. Genuine peer-to-peer connections will be made via multiple roundtables and workshops PLUS 18+ hours of dedicated networking time, all of which combine to give you the most interactive, connections focused supply chain event in 2026.
   
  Own the mandate. Cut through uncertainty. Transform your supply chain into an enterprise value creator. 

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• WINGS Live: Built to Win - Mastering the Path from Opportunity to Execution - McLean, VA

  • When
    26 Jun 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    1800 Tysons Blvd Suite 725 McLean, Virginia 22102 United States

  

  WINGS Live: Built to Win - Mastering the Path from Opportunity to Execution

  June 25, 2026, McLean, VA
  

  Success in federal contracting isn’t just about finding opportunities—it’s about positioning your business to win, crafting proposals that stand out, and executing with excellence once you’re awarded the work.

  WINGS Live: Built to Win is a half-day, in-person experience designed for small and mid-sized business owners who are ready to move beyond the basics and compete with confidence in the federal marketplace.

  Session Descriptions

  Session 1: Getting Lender-Ready: A Cash Flow Crash Course for GovCon

  Overview: Won the contract — now can your business afford to deliver it? Join Teresa Moon, VP of Communications & Marketing at Parabilis, and her team for a fast-paced session built for women-owned federal contractors who want to scale without running out of cash.

  Drawing on Parabilis's work financing growing GovCons, this three-part session unpacks what it takes to be lender-ready, how to make your contracts work harder for cash flow, and how to brace your business for the next potential government shutdown.

  Key takeaways:

  • What lenders look for in early-stage GovCons — and how to get document-ready before you need capital

  • How to use federal contracts and your pipeline to project and protect cash flow

  • Lessons from the recent shutdown and how to prepare for what may come in September

  • Time for Q&A, plus 1:1 follow-up availability with the Parabilis team after the session

  Session 2: Crash Course to Cash Flow

  Overview: What does it actually look like once you become a client? In this second 45-minute session, the Parabilis team walks through how cash flow management works in practice for federal contractors after engaging a lender. From pro forma projections to contract backlog analysis to planning around Recompetes and future contract pipelines — this session goes deep on what advancing funding requests look like in the real-world rhythm of a growing GovCon business.

  Key takeaways:

  • Building and using pro forma cash flow projections

  • Analyzing contract backlog to inform funding timelines

  • Planning around Recompetes and contract endings

  • Using your pipeline to project future funding needs

  • 10 minutes of audience Q&A at the end

  Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to scale your current efforts, you’ll leave with a clearer path to becoming a business that gets seen, gets selected, and gets the call.

  This in-person event is $25 for WIPP members and $49.99 for nonmembers

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• U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Industry Day 2026

  • When
    30 Jun 2026
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    8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    DEA Museum & Visitors Center 700 Army Navy Drive Arlington, VA 22202

  

  Overview

  Theme: “Connecting Industry with Mission Priorities and Procurement Opportunities”

  The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Justice Management Division invites you to attend DOJ Industry Day on June 30, 2026.

  This event is intended to connect industry partners—particularly small businesses—with DOJ mission priorities and upcoming procurement opportunities.

  Why Attend

  • Hear directly from DOJ procurement decision-makers
  • Gain insight into DOJ strategic priorities and mission needs
  • Understand how emerging technologies are shaping DOJ operations
  • Explore opportunities to partner with DOJ and its agencies
  • Connect your solutions with real mission challenges facing federal law enforcement

  Who Should Attend

  • Large Businesses
  • Small Businesses
  • Federal contractors and vendors
  • Organizations seeking to expand into federal contracting

  Whether you are a current contractor or new to working with the federal government, this event provides an opportunity to learn how to effectively do business with DOJ.

  Event Format

  Participants may choose to attend:

  • In-Person (limited capacity; advance registration required)
  • Virtually (online access details will be provided after registration)

  Registration Information

  • Registration is free, but required
  • Participation is limited to one attendee per company
  • On site check-in begins at 7:00 a.m.
  • Virtual attendees will receive access instructions prior to the event

  Security Rules and Procedures

  Security Screening: Upon arrival, all visitors should enter through the DEA Security Office/Visitor Entrance for screening. All visitors are subject to standard federal facility screening upon entry. Please plan to arrive early to allow time for processing.

  Please bring two forms of Identification. A valid government issued photo ID is required: REAL ID. (Effective on May 7, 2025, visitors must be REAL ID compliant to visit federal facilities. Other accepted forms of ID include U.S. Military ID card, DHS Trusted Traveler card, ID card issued by USCI, and Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization.)

  All bags, purses, backpacks, shoes, etc., will be screened, and visitors will be required to step through a metal detector. Certain items are prohibited in federal facilities. Please review this page for a full list. We recommend arriving early to facilitate a smooth check-in process.

  Escort to DEA Auditorium: Once cleared through security, volunteers will escort visitors to the auditorium

  Additional Information

  More details, including a detailed agenda and confirmed speaker lineup, will be shared with registered participants as the event date approaches.

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• Advocacy & Policy News

  • When
    8 Jul 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  

  Wednesday, July 8, 2026

  5:00pm ET | 4:00pm CT | 2:00pm PT

  July Advocacy Briefing

  Join us this month as we walk through the latest updates from Capitol Hill! It may be a slower time on the Hill as members will just be returning from the 4th of July recess but we’ll have lots to discuss, between appropriations, midterm election updates, and what’s on deck for the remainder of this Congress. 
  
  Join us, and our government affairs team at Public Private Strategies for an engaging session on what’s happening on the Hill, and how you can get more involved with advocacy efforts leading into this year's midterms. As always, we encourage you to come with your questions! 
  
  We want to hear from you! Are there issues, policies, bills, etc. that you’d like to learn more about, or things that we’re missing? Please reach out to us at advocacy@wipp.org, and we’ll do our best to include your feedback in our next update! 
  

  The event will be held on Zoom and you will receive your login information via email by the close of registration.

  
  

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• 2026 HUBZone Conference Sponsorship

  • Start
    20 Jul 2026
  • End
    22 Jul 2026

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• 2026 HUBZone Golf Outing

  • When
    20 Jul 2026
  •  
    7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    13940 Balmoral Greens Ave, Clifton, VA 20124

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  The HUBZone Golf Outing sets the tone for the National HUBZone Conference by creating a relaxed environment where meaningful conversations happen naturally and lasting connections begin. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow HUBZone businesses, industry partners, and supporters of the HUBZone program before the conference officially begins.

  Many of the relationships formed on the course continue throughout the conference and beyond, leading to partnerships, mentorship, and long-term business opportunities. More than just a kickoff event, the Golf Outing reflects the collaborative spirit that defines the HUBZone community.

  Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or simply there for the camaraderie, the HUBZone Golf Outing is an opportunity to support a meaningful cause while strengthening the HUBZone business ecosystem. Join us as we honor the legacy of Shirley and Jim Bailey, support the Council’s advocacy mission, and continue building the relationships that drive opportunity for HUBZone businesses nationwide.

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• 2026 National HUBZone Conference

  • Start
    21 Jul 2026
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • End
    22 Jul 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM

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• GovCon CEO Summit

  • Start
    9 Sep 2026
  •  
  • End
    10 Sep 2026
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    The Arlington Army Navy Country Club

  

  2 Power Packed Days!
  Exclusively for Founders and Chief Executive Officers of middle-market government contractors with 130 to 500 employees.

  DAY ONE EXPECTATIONS

  Join us for the GovCon CEO Summit hosted by Mid-Tier Advocacy exclusively for Founders and Chief Executive Officers of middle market government contractors with 130 to 500 employees.

  • Invite-Only for CEO and/or Founders (no exceptions or substitutes)
  • Optimized CEO networking for dealmaking

  DAY TWO EXPECTATIONS

  Engage your congressional members and key committee staffers to help advance greater
  opportunities for middle market government contractors.

  • Open to anyone in the government contracting industry.
  • Hear from key members of Congress and key congressional staffers
  • Influence legislation to sustain and enhance the mid-tier GovCon ecosystem

  SCHEDULE

  DAY ONE
  Army Navy Country Club
  Arlington, VA

  1700 Army Navy Dr
  Arlington, VA 22202

  Summit Theme
  Comprehensive Strategies for a
  Profitable Exit and Wealth Preservation

  "Registration | Connections" 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

  Panel One | "Current State of the Middle Market" 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

  What were 2025 impacts to growth and exit multiples and what are the forecasts and growth opportunities for 2026?
  Speakers: Kevin Plexico, SVP - Deltek | Christine Williamson, Partner - CohnReznick, LLP | Speakers' BIO

  Panel Two | "CEO Roundtable with GSA Leadership" 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

  Invited Speakers: Jeff Koses, Senior Procurement Executive - Office of Government-wide Policy | Mark Lee, AC - Office of Policy & Compliance - FSA |Speakers' BIO

  "Fast-Growth Award Presentation" 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

  "Rooftop CEO Experience 1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

  Day two
  Capitol Hill
  

  On the hill Theme
  Voices for Growth:
  Engaging Congress on Mid-Tier GovCon

  DAY TWO GOALS
  Connect with congressional members and influential committee staff to drive expanded opportunities for middle-market government contractors. This event is open to all professionals in the government contracting industry. Gain insights from key congressional leaders and staff, and play a role in shaping legislation that supports and strengthens the mid-tier GovCon ecosystem.

  Agenda Forthcoming

  * Because Day Two takes place on Capitol Hill, the schedule will be finalized closer to the event date. Meetings with congressional members often require flexibility and may be adjusted based on availability or last-minute commitments. We will provide the detailed agenda as soon as those appointments are confirmed.

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• WINGS: From Consolidation to Opportunity—What GSA's OneGov Strategy Means for Your Growth Strategy

  • When
    24 Sep 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Link provided by Zoom immediately following registration

  

  This virtual session will explore what’s happening at GSA resulting from the OneGov strategy, GSA Schedule consolidations, and other GSA related topics relevant during this time of transition. We will highlight actionable strategies to increase women's representation in government contracting.

  
  Ms. Thornton-Cameron's expertise and insights will be an invaluable addition to this important conversation, especially given her distinguished contributions empowering women.

  
  

  This webinar is free for WIPP members and $49.99 for nonmembers.

  You will receive an email with your login information from Zoom immediately following registration.

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• WINGS: From Consolidation to Opportunity—What GSA's OneGov Strategy Means for Your Growth Strategy

  • When
    24 Sep 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  

  From Consolidation to Opportunity: What GSA's OneGov Strategy Means for Your Growth Strategy

  Thursday, September 24, 2026, 2pm ET

  
  This virtual session will explore what’s happening at GSA resulting from the OneGov strategy, GSA Schedule consolidations, and other GSA related topics relevant during this time of transition. We will highlight actionable strategies to increase women's representation in government contracting.

  Ms. Thornton-Cameron's expertise and insights will be an invaluable addition to this important conversation, especially given her distinguished contributions empowering women.

  This webinar is free for WIPP members and $49.99 for nonmembers.

  You will receive an email with your login information from Zoom immediately following registration.

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• Federal Small Business Conference for the A/E/C Industry 2026

  • Start
    4 Nov 2026
  • End
    6 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte, NC

  

  November 4 – 6, 2026

  Charlotte Convention Center
  Charlotte, NC.

  More information to come.

  The Federal Small Business Conference is the market research event of the year for the federal A/E/C sector. With over 5,000 attendees, this conference welcomes small businesses to learn more about working with government and how to compete for contracts, provides ample networking opportunities and business development platforms for firms across the industry, and offers federal agencies the chance to meet with their service and product providers, and much more.

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• National Small Business Conference

  • Start
    1 Feb 2027
  • End
    3 Feb 2027

  

  Additional details coming soon!

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