DESCRIPTION:

To create a forum that fosters interaction and knowledge sharing between small businesses, government officials, industry experts, and large/ prime businesses. The aim is to equip attendees with knowledge and tools to help access government contracts, navigate regulatory demands, explore contracting, subcontracting, or teaming arrangement opportunities, and stay updated on pertinent topics important for small business growth.

OBJECTIVES:

• Access to Government Contracts: Educate attendees on how to access government contracts and procurement opportunities, outlining steps and processes for participation
• Education and Awareness: Inform small business owners about available government resources, and support programs tailored to aid their growth.
• Marketing: Discuss strategies to help small businesses market their GSA contract to obtain business
• Advocacy and Feedback: Enable a platform for small business owners to share feedback and concerns, allowing government representatives to understand their needs better and refine policies accordingly
• Networking Opportunities: Facilitate dialogue and connections between small businesses and large/prime businesses, government representatives, and industry experts to encourage collaboration and partnerships.

This forum is ideal for small business owners, particularly those that are either new entrants into the government contracting space or who have acquired a government prime contract, but have yet to win business.