SBA Federal Contracting Basics and Certifications for Small Businesses
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | Virtual
Join us to learn the essentials of federal contracting for small businesses. This event will cover the basics of navigating the federal contracting process, as well as the various certifications available to help your small business succeed in the government marketplace.
Certifications Including: 8(a) Business Development Program, HUBZone Certification, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB) Certification and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) Certification.

2026 SBE Annual Conference
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-13 | Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, AZ, 85226, United States
Join us at the 2026 SBE Annual Conference. The premier event for HVAC and plumbing contractors who are serious about growth, leadership, and next-level performance.
This year’s theme, Legends in the West: Where Grit Meets Greatness, sets the tone for an unforgettable experience where bold moves, big ideas, and breakthrough moments will define your success in the year ahead.

Healthcare Summit | Potomac Officers Club
2026-02-12 07:00 - 15:45 UTC | Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, 3111 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, VA, 22042, United States
Potomac Officers Club is thrilled to host our year-closing 2025 Healthcare Summit, an essential annual GovCon conference where the most pressing topics in healthcare technology and citizen user experience are discussed. Every year at this event, innovative new ideas are formulated, problems are solved collaboratively amongst speakers and guests alike, and attendees are left with an acute sense of where the federal healthcare industry stands.
This summit was originally scheduled for December 4th, 2025 but is rescheduled to take place on February 12th, 2026.

Beyond the Beltway 2026
2026-02-18 08:00 - 2026-02-19 17:00 UTC | The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, 1700 Tysons Boulevard Tysons Corner, McLean, VA, 22102, United States
If you’re serious about serving state and local government, Beyond the Beltway 2026 is the event you cannot miss. Every year, sales and marketing professionals from top-performing companies attend to do one thing: set themselves up for success. Where are governments spending? What’s driving procurement? What’s working for your peers – and what isn’t? Beyond the Beltway is where you find out.

Introducing Strategic Alliances and Federal Resale Program
2026-02-19 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | Virtual
Grainger Federal Sales, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (VA OSDBU), invites potential small business partners as well as VA leaders and decision makers to a virtual business opportunity session. This session will feature an introduction to Grainger’s Strategic Alliances and Federal Reseller contacts and resources.

PNT Industry Day
2026-02-24 08:00 - 2026-02-25 17:00 (America/New_York) | Stafford, Virginia, Stafford, VA, United States
The PdM PNT will host an invitation-only, UNCLASSIFIED PNT Industry Day on 24–25 February 2026 in Stafford, Virginia, as part of quarterly events designed to inform Marine Corps market research and provide U.S. industry an opportunity to present positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) capabilities relevant to current and future USMC needs, particularly in GPS-denied and contested electromagnetic environments. The event is intended for U.S.-citizen companies with PNT-related technologies—such as M-Code GPS solutions, anti-jam/anti-spoof systems, alternative or non-GPS navigation, inertial systems, and related hardware—to discuss technical capabilities directly with the PNT Program Management Office; participation is voluntary, at the attendee’s expense, does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future procurement, and timeslots are assigned at the Government’s discretion following registration review.

PEO IWS Industry Day 2026
2026-02-25 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Kossiakoff Conference & Education Center, 11100 Johns Hopkins Rd, Laurel, MD, 20723, United States
Those interested in potential collaborations with PEO IWS are encouraged to attend. Attendance is open to representatives of large and small companies; commercial; academia; consortiums; and other government organizations.
We request that companies only send 2 representatives per company to the event.

2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit | Potomac Officers Club
2026-02-26 07:00 - 14:45 UTC | Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents St, Reston, VA, 20190, United States
GovCon Executive Leadership Summit brings together the elite leadership driving innovation and impact across the federal contracting landscape.
In an environment built for connection and clarity, C-suite and senior executives from government and industry gather to discuss shared priorities, anticipate change, and align on the strategies that will shape the future of government services, technology delivery, and national mission success.

Orlando Small Business Expo
2026-03-03 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Our Orlando business networking events create the perfect environment to learn, connect, and compete in a fast-moving market. The Business Event & Trade Show in Orlando 2026 is built for entrepreneurs who want to innovate, sharpen their strategy, and make valuable contacts that last long after the event ends.

Networking Like a Pro for Gov't Sales
2026-03-04 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | The Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship Downtown Location, 209 Gloucester Street, Suite 211, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
Part of the 2026 Training Series on Government Contracting collection.
In today’s fast-paced world, opportunities often come from who you know. This event is designed to help you leverage the power of your network to build a thriving career. Don’t just collect business cards; learn how to build authentic, lasting professional relationships that lead to mentorship, collaboration, and career advancement.

Beyond 2026: Building Resilience in a New Era of Government Contracting
2026-03-05 07:00 - 12:30 UTC | Towers Crecent Conference Center, 1850 Towers Crescent Plaza, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Join us for Red Team’s annual half-day executive conference, bringing together senior leaders from across the federal contracting community. Beyond 2026 is designed as a premium, content-driven experience emphasizing thought leadership, connection, and insight-sharing among the GovCon industry’s most influential decision-makers.

2026 Maryland Contractor Summit
2026-03-06 08:00 - 14:00 UTC | Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, Rockville, MD, 20852, United States
One power-packed morning that will deliver more qualified leads, strategic connections, and actionable insights!
Join the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County (HCCMC) for the construction industry’s must-attend event of 2026. This is NOT another boring conference — it’s a high-impact summit designed to solve your biggest challenges and accelerate your growth.

Contractor Roundtable 2026
2026-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | 8403 Colesville Rd suite 1100, 8403 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
The Contractor’s Roundtable is an interactive training and discussion event designed to equip government contractors with the knowledge, strategies, and tools needed for success in the federal marketplace. This event combines expert-led training with collaborative roundtable discussions, providing actionable insights to help contractors navigate challenges, improve compliance, and scale their businesses effectively.

2026 Air Force Contracting Summit
2026-03-16 07:30 - 2026-03-17 17:00 UTC | Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA, 20190, United States
The 2026 Air Force Contracting Summit is one of the Top National Defense Contracting Events of 2026! The Summit features Members of Congress, Pentagon Officials, Multiple Air Force Commands, Multiple Air Force Bases, Military Contracting Officers, Financing Sources, Prime Contractors and Small Business Leaders nationwide.

Harris County Regional Digital Government Summit
2026-03-16 08:00 - 16:50 UTC | The Whitehall, 1700 Smith Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges.
From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results.

Modern Government in Motion: Innovation, Insight, and Impact
2026-03-17 08:30 - 13:00 UTC | 2345 Crystal Dr, 2345 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
At GovSpend, we’re transforming how vendors excel in the public sector market by combining our unmatched data with the unprecedented power of AI. More than ever, our customers demand the power to segment their target markets, surface quality opportunities, submit competitive proposals, and form new, lucrative relationships. The result? A healthy public sector pipeline exactly tailored to the goods and services you sell, where you sell them.

3rd Annual Huntington Place Vendor Open House
2026-03-17 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Huntington Place Convention Center, 1 Washington Blvd, Room 140 A-B, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Register to discover exciting opportunities to connect with their team and explore potential partnerships with Huntington Place. This is your chance to network, share your story, and showcase how your business can support their needs for materials, equipment, professional services, construction labor, and technology expertise.

2026 Federal Contracting Forum: Win, Perform, Comply
2026-03-18 | American Management Association, 2345 Crystal Drive, Second Floor, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
Join us on March 18 in Arlington, VA, for a complimentary interactive conversation with Nia Mahallati (Shipley) and Jeff White (JA White & Associates) as they break down what’s happening now in winning work, delivering on contract expectations, and staying compliant in an ever-changing federal marketplace.
Today’s environment reflects more than regulatory change; it represents a fundamental shift in strategy, tactics, and execution across federal contract awards. This forum will combine expert insights with real-world examples and audience participation, so bring your questions and ideas.

2026 Artificial Intelligence Summit | Potomac Officers Club
2026-03-18 07:00 - 16:15 UTC | Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents St, Reston, VA, 20190, United States
The age of AI being merely theoretical is over, which is why we’ve gathered real practitioners of the technology for our sixth annual AI Summit.
This 2026 edition will feature top voices from federal agencies, Department of Defense components and the GovCon industry to discuss strategies, future plans and exciting use cases for how AI, machine learning and automation are transforming our world today.

Orlando Government Contracts Week 2026
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-27 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, 4955 Kyngs Heath Rd., Kissimmee, FL, 34746, United States
Learn from industry leaders, deepen your professional expertise, and connect with peers during our exclusive networking events featuring a dynamic panel discussion on FAR, CAS, CMMC, and other hot topics shaping the contracting landscape.
Throughout the week, participants will gain practical insights and hands-on strategies to navigate the complexities of government contracting. From foundational courses to advanced workshops, FPS offers something for every level of experience, whether you’re building your contracting knowledge or sharpening your expertise on specialized compliance and pricing topics.

Humanizing Government Contracting Summit 2026
2026-03-26 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | MODEx Studio, 3005 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30305, United States
The Humanizing Government Contracting Summit is a one-day, high-energy experience designed to bring together government leaders, contracting officers, small business executives, large primes, and innovators from across the nation to reshape how government and business collaborate.

Selling to State/Local Gov't
2026-04-01 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | The Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship Downtown Location, 209 Gloucester Street, Suite 211, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
Part of the 2026 Training Series on Government Contracting collection.
If you’ve ever wondered how state agencies, cities, counties, school boards, and authorities buy their goods and services, then this is the class for you. You will learn how to register as a vendor, who to contact, where to find opportunities, what the requirements are for bidding, and how to get paid. Specific attention will be given to doing business with the State of Georgia and many units of local government in the Golden Isles.

DoW Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Summit
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-09 | Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel, 1700 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
The Department of War (DoW) Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Summit is the Department’s flagship forum for strengthening small business participation across the defense industrial base.
The DoW MPP Summit convenes small businesses, experienced prime contractors, and government and industry leaders to foster high-value partnerships and advance mission-critical capabilities.

ProcureCon Contingent Staffing 2026
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-16 | JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa, NV, 221 N Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89145, United States
Contingent staffing isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about finding the right people, managing cost, and keeping your program strong through every change.
ProcureCon Contingent Staffing brings together the people who’ve mastered that balance and aren’t afraid to say what it really takes to build smarter programs.

Women in Industry Day 2026
2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | 7000 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Join us for our 8th consecutive conference on April 17th, 2026, at the main campus of Trident Technical College. Our theme is Lift as we climb and we welcome all to attend!
This event aims to connect professional women from diverse industries throughout the Lowcountry, including manufacturing, infrastructure, software, medical, and facilities sectors.

Maximize Your Potential with the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program (2026 Update)
2026-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Virtual
Join us for an insightful webinar with Govology’s Legal Analyst, Steven Koprince, to gain an in-depth understanding of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program and how it can be a catalyst for your business growth and success in the government marketplace.

LeadsCon 2026
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-24 | MGM Grand, 3799 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
The world’s largest conference and exposition on lead-gen and performance marketing—attended by thousands of Fortune 1000 marketers, lead-buyers, procurement teams, agencies and affiliates. Three days of networking, meetings and content featuring lead gen experts.

Central Florida Digital Government Summit
2026-04-23 | Marriott Orlando Downtown, 400 West Livingston Street, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges.
From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you’re shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.

Who Buys What You Sell? A Step-by-Step Process (2026 Update)
2026-04-23 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Virtual
Through a step-by-step, real-world example, you will learn how to analyze government purchasing data using multiple federal systems, including SAM.gov’s Data Bank, and connect information across several government databases to uncover valuable insights about buying patterns, competitor activity, and potential teaming partners.

OpenGov Conference 2026
2026-04-29 - 2026-05-01 | Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago, 9300 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Connect with public servants from coast to coast—including city managers, finance directors, park leaders, GIS pros, procurement teams, and a whole lot more! It’s the perfect chance to collaborate with peers from every corner of local government.
