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SUMMARY:SOF Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:SOF Week 2025\, the premier annual event for the international Special Operations Forces (SOF) community\, will take place from May 5–8\, 2025\, in Tampa\, Florida. Sponsored by USSOCOM and the Global SOF Foundation\, the event serves as a critical platform for fostering collaboration\, innovation\, and excellence in modern special operations. \nThe 2024 edition saw over 19\,000 attendees\, and SOF Week 2025 is expected to surpass this milestone\, drawing SOF professionals\, industry leaders\, and government stakeholders from around the world. Attendees will gain unique insights into the latest advancements in special operations capabilities\, tactics\, and technology.
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/sof-week-2025/
LOCATION:Tampa Convention Center\, 141 E Brorein St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Government Contractors Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register Now!\nThe Government Contractors Conference will meet at the Crowne Plaza Philadelphia – King of Prussia. The program will kick off with a Welcome Reception on Tuesday\, May 13\, followed by a full-day conference on Wednesday\, May 14. Registration rates are listed below. \nDescription\nThe Government Contractors Conference convenes the Government Contracts Committee (GCC) to keep members apprised of developments that bear on the needs and requirements of the U.S. military and other parts of the U.S. government with respect to the procurement of clothing and shoes. AAFA holds the Government Contractors Conference annually to allow the Defense Logistics Agency and the military branches to share their uniform procurement plans for the coming year and provide an update on existing programs and future designs. \nAudience\nParticipation at this meeting is typically limited to AAFA members; however\, non-member companies are permitted to register and attend. This program is closed to press attendance and coverage.
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/2025-government-contractors-conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Philadelphia – King of Prussia\, 260 Mall Blvd\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406\, United States
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SUMMARY:VETS25 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Success in the federal government contracting marketplace requires unique knowledge in Agencies | Contracts | Opportunities | Teaming | PEOPLE! Set in a 3-day training environment in Orlando\, the VETS25 Conference\, May 13-16\, 2025 facilitates open dialogue and idea sharing among all participants in federal government contracting. \n\nAgency Procurement Decision Makers (PDMs) attend to SOURCE the top small business firms with innovative solutions for federal missions\nLarge prime contractors and vendors attend to PARTNER and TEAM with the best and brightest small business leaders\nSmall business owners & leaders representing SD/VOSB\, WOSB\, HUBZone\, and SDB firms attend to GAIN KNOWLEDGE and make GAME-CHANGING CONNECTIONS.\n\nJoin over 2\,000 professionals in the federal government contracting industry at the VETS25 Conference\, where you will expand your professional network\, access top-rated training\, explore the largest exhibit hall in your industry and leave with Knowledge for Growth!
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/vets25-conference/
LOCATION:Rosen Centre\, 9840 International Dr\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States
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SUMMARY:FEMA’s Office of Business\, Industry\, and Infrastructure Integration (OB3I)  announces the May Business & Industry Call
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is held to update National Business Emergency Operations Center (NBEOC) members\, business and industry organizations\, and FEMA partners on the initiatives and tools available during all stages of the disaster lifecycle. Each month features different topics presented by experts from FEMA\, other interagency partners\, and business and industry organizations. \n\nWhile hurricanes can be predictable\, they can also provide unpredictable impacts – regardless of what the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season may hold\, advanced planning is essential. This session will discuss available insights\, tools\, and strategies to assist business and industry partners in their own preparation and response plans while reviewing the upcoming 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. Participants will gain weather insights\, as well as discuss tips to mitigate risks\, protect assets\, and ensure continuity of operations before\, during\, and after storms. \n\nHere is a glance at our agenda and presenters: \n  \n3:00 – 3:10 p.m. ET | Opening Remarks \n3:10 – 3:45 p.m. ET | Guest Speaker Presentations \n\nNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)\n\no   Providing an outlook on the 2025 Hurricane Season\, specifically the anticipated number of named storms and timelines\, lessons learned from the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season\, share what businesses need to understand about the associated risks (e.g.\, wind\, storm surge\, flooding\, tornadoes). \n\nChick-Fil-A\n\no   Overview of best practices from the field\, lessons learned from past hurricanes or storms\, best practices for protecting assets (e.g.\, people\, stores). \n3:45 – 4:00 p.m. ET | Question & Answer and Closing Remarks \n\nFacilitated by Latesha Holloman\, Engagements Lead\, FEMA OB3I
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/femas-office-of-business-industry-and-infrastructure-integration-ob3i-announces-the-may-business-industry-call/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference,Industry Day
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SUMMARY:Small Business Educational Forum on Leveraging Resources to Build a Strategic Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Join the GSA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for an informative session to learn about valuable resources and strategies to navigate the federal procurement environment from representatives with the GSA\, SBA and the APEX Accelerators. \n  \nWho should attend: Small businesses and industry partners interested in doing business with the federal government. \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow to identify and pursue government contract opportunities\nUnderstand federal procurement processes\, and available resources to support business growth\nGain strategies for building valuable connections with government\, prime contractors and other businesses\nEngage with prime contractors and government buyers\n\n  \nAgenda: Matchmaking sessions will run from 1-3:30 p.m. ET \n  \nWhen: Thursday\, May 22\, 2025 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET in Eastern Time (US and Canada) \n  \nWhere: Virtual (hosted on Zoom) \n  \n**After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training.** \n  \nAll OSDBU training events are available at gsa.gov/events.
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/small-business-educational-forum-on-leveraging-resources-to-build-a-strategic-marketing-plan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Matchmaking,Networking
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Federal Landscape: Doing Business with Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA)
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Defense Human Resources Activity Office of Small Business Programs on how to navigate the federal contracting landscape as a small business. You will learn about doing business with DHRA and how to leverage your small business status to help you engage with agency representatives and ultimately be successful in federal contracting.
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/navigating-the-federal-landscape-doing-business-with-defense-human-resources-activity-dhra/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Matchmaking,Networking
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SUMMARY:Prospecting for Government Market Opportunities (2025 Update)
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. government is the largest buyer of goods and services in the world\, but finding and accessing the right opportunities requires more than a SAM.gov search. In this action-oriented training\, government contractors will learn how to uncover both visible and hidden opportunities across the federal\, state\, and local landscape. \nFrom identifying open solicitations to forecasting future buys and tapping into micro-purchases and sole-source awards\, this session will give you the tools and strategies to build a strong\, sustainable pipeline of leads. You’ll leave with a complete roadmap for finding government opportunities\, engaging decision-makers\, and building a proactive prospecting system tailored to your business. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to identify and qualify government market opportunities that align with your offer\nWhere and how to find federal\, state\, and local solicitations\nHow to forecast upcoming opportunities before they’re posted\nTactics to uncover hidden opportunities through direct outreach and strategic engagement\nHow to build and work a targeted leads list using LinkedIn and other tools\nDaily\, weekly\, and monthly prospecting routines that generate real results\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGovernment contractors who want to strengthen their business development efforts\nCompanies new to the federal or SLED markets\nBusiness development and capture professionals seeking a structured\, repeatable prospecting process\nBusiness owners looking to expand their reach and win more contracts
URL:https://www.govconhacks.com/event/prospecting-for-government-market-opportunities-2025-update/
LOCATION:Virtual
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