Events

Global SOF is helping foster collaboration and engagement between participating industry organizations and government agencies by hosting matchmaking sessions on 08 May at SOF Week – a complimentary benefit for all attendees! LARGE BUSINESSES, DEFENSE PRIMES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES: Please email [email protected] to learn more and register. SMALL BUSINESSES: To be eligible to participate in matchmaking sessions, please register for […]

Did you know government agencies purchase almost everything – from custodial, construction, and IT, to pencils, pet food, and even goats for grazing! Join us to discover the opportunities and requirements of doing business with the government. We’ll help you determine if selling to the government is right for you, and teach you the basics […]

On Thursday, May 9, 2024, the GSA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization will host a no-cost training and matchmaking event. The event will provide valuable information and resources to help small businesses navigate and thrive in the federal government marketplace. Small businesses will also be able to expand their network and engage with […]

In a world where disasters, whether natural or man-made, can strike at any moment, every state must be prepared to handle crises efficiently. When a disaster strikes, contractors often scramble to secure FEMA contracts. However, the common misconception is that the process begins with FEMA, when in reality, by that point, it’s already too late. […]

Help us to honor North Florida’s Small Business Leaders, Champions and Top Lenders at the 32nd Annual Small Business Week Celebration!   Join us on May 10th at UNF and network with North Florida’s small business leaders, lenders and supporters as the U.S. Small Business Administration presents the Small Business Week Awards and Top Lender […]

Growing your business through government contracts can be a bit daunting at first. Discover tools and information that can help you determine who in state and local government buys what you sell, how they buy it, and how you can prepare your firm to succeed in the public marketplace. You’ll also be introduced to certifications and […]

Whether you are new to government sales or have been selling to federal agencies and the Department of Defense for years, the landscape is changing. For 60 years, the United States has been outsourcing and offshoring manufacturing. Today, the government’s statutes and regulations are shifting towards a more domestic supply chain. For example, in October […]

Government to Business: Reaching New Heights PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 2024 TRAINING AND MATCHMAKER EVENTIN BURLINGTON, VERMONT ON MAY 15 & 16, 2024 This two-day conference is a unique opportunity for Government Agencies, Prime Government Contractors, and Small Businesses to engage directly with each other at the Hilton Lake Champlain in the beautiful city […]

The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity invites you to attend the 2024 Small Business Symposium: Meet Your Business Resources. This is your chance to connect with local government economic development, counselors and mentors, finance resources, small business training resources, etc. at the business resources exhibit hall. A room full of FREE resources […]

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are highly competitive programs that encourage domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the potential for commercialization. Through a competitive awards-based program, SBIR and STTR enable small businesses to explore their technological potential and provide the incentive […]