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• Federal Reserve System’s 2026 Fall Procurement Series

  • Start
    1 Sep 2026
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  • End
    14 Oct 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Martin Conference Center | Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System | 20th Street & Constitution Ave. NW | Washington, DC 20051

  

  Through three engaging sessions, you'll gain valuable insight into the Federal Reserve System's procurement process, strengthen your competitive advantage, and build meaningful connections that position your business for future contracting opportunities. Session 1: Discover how the Federal Reserve System is organized, what we buy, and how to do business with the Board of Governors, the Federal Reserve Banks, and the National Procurement Office. Hear directly from procurement professionals as they discuss their purchasing portfolios and procurement processes.

  Series 1: Tuesday, September 1 | 8:30am - 12:30pm

  ACCESS | DOING BUSINESS WITH THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM

  Discover how the Federal Reserve System is organized, what we buy, and how to do business with the Board of Governors, the Federal Reserve Banks, and the National Procurement Office. Hear directly from procurement professionals as they discuss their purchasing portfolios and procurement processes.

  Series 2: Friday, September 25 | 8:30am - 12:30pm

  OPPORTUNITY | PROCURE CONNECT

  Navigate the acquisition process, learn how to develop responsive proposals, and sign up to meet with program managers, contracting officers, and procurement professionals.

  SERIES 3: Wednesday, October 14 | 8:30am - 12:30pm

  ENGAGEMENT | MEET THE PROGRAM MANAGERS

  Engage directly with program managers, contracting officers, and procurement professionals to gain a deeper understanding of business needs, procurement priorities, and future contracting opportunities. Build meaningful relationships and discover where your company’s capabilities can add value.
  
  

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference

  • Start
    22 Sep 2026
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  • End
    24 Sep 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center

  

  From September 22 - 24, America’s Seed Fund will return to the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center in National Harbor, just outside Washington, D.C., for the SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference. This three-day event offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with experts, gain insights from industry leaders, and accelerate your innovation journey. Register to join us!

   

  SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference
  September 22 - 24, 2026

  Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center

  Program Details and to Register:  

   SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference 

   

   

  Program Highlights Include: 

  • Meet with and hear from America’s Seed Fund leaders and experts
  • Learn how to develop competitive proposals
  • Access available resources to support your SBIR/STTR journey
  • Hear from resource providers and other entrepreneurs about commercializing your technology

  As an SBIR/STTR innovator, we have discount codes available for you and your team:

   

  Full SBIR/STTR Program | Register Now

  • Use code 26SBIR20 for a 20% discount when you select the “SBIR/STTR Program Only” registration option.
  • This includes the Keynote Session, SBIR/STTR panel sessions, and access to the SBIR Pavilion in the Expo Hall.

  Free Access to the Expo Hall Only | Register Now

  • Use code 26SBIREXPO at checkout when you select the “TechConnect Expo Floor Only” registration option.
  • This includes the Keynote Session and access to the Expo Hall.

  Registrants will have direct access to SBIR agency representatives in the SBIR Pavilion and Expo Hall. The Expo Hall also features over 100 organizations and companies, providing a space to connect with innovators, technology scouts, investors, and federal agency representatives.

   

  Connect with SBA resource partners in your local area for additional support to advance your innovative research:Federal And State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program |SBA Resource Partners

   

  We hope to see you at the conference!

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• DCAA Small Business Program Outreach Virtual Training Webinar – September 22

  • When
    22 Sep 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Webinar

  

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
  Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)
  Strategic Outreach and Communications

  Partnering to Help Small Business — Virtual Training Webinar
  Presented by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Small Business Program Outreach

  Registration is now open!

  Join the VA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for a virtual training webinar presented by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Small Business Program Outreach.

  Event Details

  Date: September 22, 2026
  Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
  Format: Virtual

  Register here:
  https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/register/rdb4e7a1f8e6f37e7d098bd967b8c187e

  Event Overview

  This session offers a comprehensive introduction to the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and an overview of its audit process. Learn about DCAA's mission to deliver independent audit and financial expertise that helps ensure every dollar is used effectively to safeguard our nation's interests. The webinar will cover the agency's organizational structure, strategic goals for 2026–2030, and key performance results — including the examination of $788.4 billion and $5.3 billion in savings achieved in FY 2025.

  Why Attend?

  Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of the audit lifecycle, from the initial adequacy review of contractor submissions through the various stages of communication, including entrance conferences, site visits, and exit conferences. The training will also explain the different types of audit reports and opinions issued by DCAA, clarifying the potential outcomes of an audit. This session is essential for contractors and acquisition professionals seeking to understand DCAA's critical role in the defense acquisition process and its commitment to fiscal accountability.

  Who Should Attend?

  We welcome participation from:

  • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB)
  • Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB)

  All other small business socioeconomic classifications are encouraged to attend.

  About the DCAA Small Business Outreach Program

  The Fiscal Year 2013 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) introduced significant changes to the federal government's small business contracting programs. As it relates to DCAA, the act created a small business Ombudsman. DCAA appointed a small business focal point and implemented a small business outreach program in 2013. The DCAA small business ombudsman serves as the program manager and audit expert for the small business program, with responsibility to provide assistance, consultation, and internal control regarding audit requirements and their application to small business.

  Questions?

  For more information, please contact the VA OSDBU Direct Access Program Planning Support Team:
  Email: directaccess@va.gov
  Phone: (202) 461-4694

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• WIPP New Member Orientation

  • When
    23 Sep 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  Wednesday, September 23, 2026

  at 2pm ET | 1pm CT | 11am PT

   

  Please join us for WIPP's Member Orientation, where we provide an onboarding opportunity for new members and an organizational refresher for existing members. Our webinar will cover the following topics:

   

  - Overview of WIPP's Mission, Vision, and ACE Principle

  - How to navigate WIPP's website and your membership profile

  - How to engage with WIPP, including our educational programming, how to get involved, and the path to leadership

  - Q&A session

   

  Members are encouraged to attend the monthly call as often as they would like. New members are strongly encouraged to participate within their first 30 days of membership. 

   

  Immediately following registration, you should receive a link with your unique event login from Zoom.

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 
  For more information please use the links within the email.***
  

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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.

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• Sister Leaders Conference

  • Start
    2 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    3 Oct 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Rivers Casino, Portsmouth Virginia

  

                                                           REGISTER NOW 

  The Sister Leaders Conference brings together women leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and changemakers for an inspiring experience centered on leadership, connection, personal growth, and community impact.

  The conference provides an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, learn from accomplished leaders, share experiences, and gain practical insights that can support both professional and personal growth. Attendees will connect with a diverse community of women who are committed to lifting one another up, creating opportunities, and making a positive impact in their organizations and communities.

  The HUBZone Contractors National Council is proud to support opportunities that strengthen leadership, expand networks, and create meaningful connections for our members.

  As a HUBZone Council member, you can receive 10% off your conference registration.

  Discount Code: HUBZONE2026

  We encourage members to take advantage of this opportunity to connect, learn, and support an impactful community of leaders.

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• 36th Annual Toyota Opportunity Exchange (OE)

  • When
    14 Oct 2026
  • Location
    Vibe Credit Union Showplace | Novi, Michigan

  

  Join Us For This Year’s Event!

  For more than three decades, Toyota’s Opportunity Exchange (OE) has brought the supplier community together to learn, connect, and grow. As we look ahead to the 36th Annual OE, we continue that legacy with a renewed focus on collaboration and innovation. Join us on October 14th in Novi, Michigan, as we come together under the theme Connecting for a Resilient Tomorrow to strengthen partnerships, share insights, and shape the future of supplier engagement.

   

  What: 36th Opportunity Exchange

  When: October 14th, 2026

  Venue: Vibe Credit Union Showplace

  Where: Novi, Michigan

  
  

  October 14, 2026

  8:30 AM ET

  Registration

  9:30 AM ET

  Seminar: Discover the Untapped Value of Human Connection featuring Rob Lawless

  11:15 AM ET

  Luncheon: Hello Future: Grow Through Dirt and Rewrite Your Story featuring Michelle Poler

  1:00 PM ET

  Tradeshow

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 
  For more information please use the links within the email.***
  

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• GovSmart Government Technology Leadership Forum

  • When
    14 Oct 2026
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    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Summit Point Motorsports Park

  

  Join federal acquisition professionals, program executives, technology leaders, systems integrators, and industry partners for a full day of strategic discussions focused on emerging technologies, acquisition best practices, mission modernization, and government-industry collaboration.

  Hosted at Summit Point Motorsports Park, the Forum provides a distinctive setting for substantive discussions on the technologies and partnerships supporting today’s federal missions while fostering professional engagement across agencies and industry. The day’s agenda will feature presentations, technology spotlights, speaker series, and networking opportunities designed to promote the exchange of ideas and advance mission outcomes.

  Following the professional program, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in optional networking activities and controlled vehicle demonstrations at Summit Point Motorsports Park. These activities are intended to complement the day’s professional discussions and provide additional opportunities for informal engagement among participants.

  Federal Ethics Notice
  Attendance by federal employees is subject to applicable federal ethics laws, regulations, and agency policies. Federal attendees are responsible for obtaining any required ethics approvals prior to attending. Acceptance of an invitation, meals, or other event benefits is subject to each participant’s agency ethics determination, including, where applicable, consideration under the Widely Attended Gathering provisions of 5 C.F.R. § 2635.204(g). Nothing in this invitation is intended to supersede or modify any federal ethics requirement.

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• Advocacy & Policy News

  • When
    14 Oct 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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

  October Advocacy Briefing

  This month, Congress will once again return to their districts for one final campaign push ahead of the midterm elections. Before they left town, lawmakers continued to grapple with a must pass legislative vehicle to fund the government through FY27. Upon their return, they’ll also be faced with NDAA talks. The Republican Party will be faced with one of two realities, whether they keep or lose their majority in the House or Senate, and what that means for the remainder of President Trump’s term.   
  
  Join us for this conversation with our Government Affairs team at PPS, and as always, we encourage you to come prepared 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.

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 
  For more information please use the links within the email.***
  

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• SAME Federal Small Business Conference 2026

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

  

  Why attend SBC 2026? Because the leaders you want to meet will be there. From November 4-6, SBC 2026 will bring together thousands of government and industry professionals focused on advancing federal missions and building strategic partnerships.   Whether you're a SAME member, industry professional, government employee, small business leader, or first-time attendee, SBC is where the federal A/E/C community comes together to connect, learn, and do business.   This year, you'll also have the opportunity to connect with SAME's Faces of Federal Business, including leaders from: Black & Veatch Nyfeler Survey Ameritech Contracting DLR Group Poole Fire Protection NOMADICS Concurrent Technologies Recognized as key voices in the federal marketplace, these executives represent the relationships, expertise, and insight that help organizations succeed in the federal sector. Their stories will be featured through SAME's Faces of Federal Business campaign and showcased onsite at SBC.    Don't just read about them. Register today and meet them in Charlotte. Want a preview? Check out the 2025 Faces of Federal Business and see the leaders who helped shape the conversation last year.   Interested in showcasing your organization's leadership and visibility within the federal A/E/C community? Contact Dave Weidner at PAI at advertising@same.org to learn more about this unique opportunity.

  SBC PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  40+ Acquisition-focused Education and Training Sessions PreConference Workshop:  Winning in a New Federal Landscape: Capture, Proposals, and Source Selection  Business Opportunity Sessions presented by Federal Agencies  Industry-Government Engagement (IGE) discussions One-on-one Matched Networking Appointments between Small Businesses, Government Agencies, and Large Businesses Cap Statement Reviews General Session featuring Senior Government Leaders An Exhibit Hall with 500+ Leading A/E/C Companies And Much More! Whether you're looking to build new relationships, strengthen existing partnerships, gain insight into federal priorities, or identify your next business opportunity, SBC is the place to do it.   Register today at the early rate and start planning your SBC 2026 experience. Don't forget to check out the schedule and exhibitor floorplan!   We look forward to seeing you in Charlotte this November. ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT.  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• PHI Supplier Diversity Summit

  • Start
    10 Nov 2026
  • End
    12 Nov 2026
  • Schedule
    3 sessions

  

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• Coalition Partner 4th Quarter Meeting

  • When
    19 Nov 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM

  

  We invite Coalition Partners to join us for an opportunity to align on legislative priorities, deepen our collaborative efforts, and ensure that together, we continue advancing the voice and economic power of women-owned businesses. In addition to sharing timely insights on the policy landscape, we will also:

  •  Discuss key advocacy issues
  •  Share upcoming collaboration opportunities
  •  Strengthen our collective strategy for amplifying our collective message on Capitol Hill

  Your perspective and partnership are essential to this conversation, and we hope you’ll make it a priority to attend. Whether you’re a long-standing partner or a new partner, this meeting offers a valuable chance to connect with other influential advocates who are helping to shape the future of women’s entrepreneurship.
  
  Note: This meeting is invitation only for WIPP Coalition Partners

   

  Immediately following registration, you should receive a link with your unique event login from Zoom.

  
  

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• Food Is Medicine National Conference

  • Start
    30 Nov 2026
  • End
    1 Dec 2026
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    NIH Natcher Conference Center | Bethesda, MD. 20892

  

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• Defense Industry Update on Capitol Hill

  • When
    3 Dec 2026
  • Location
    Capitol Hill Club Washington, D.C.

  

  For 10% Off your Registration Enter Discount Code: HZC10

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  Join us for the Defense Industry Update conference that the American Defense Alliance will be hosting on Thursday, December 3, 2026. This will be an information-rich event covering developing requirements and priority contracting opportunities across the Pentagon, Military Services, and key acquisition commands and purchasing agencies. It will provide unique networking opportunities for Prime Defense Contractors and innovative Small Businesses to meet each other and explore teaming, subcontracting and Mentor-Protégé partnerships. As the U.S. Department of War reforms and streamlines procurement policies and procedures in response to National Security threats, speakers and panelists will inform the audience how they can support our Warfighters while growing their businesses. Don’t miss this chance to gain invaluable intel on current Defense needs and upcoming acquisition initiatives and purchasing programs, from IT, software and AI to weapons system integration, maintenance and sustainment to prototypes and training, to Military base construction!

  Topical Coverage:

  • NDAA/Defense Budget - Where the Money is Going
  • Maritime Industry Revival/Shipbuilding & Fleet Readiness
  • Air Force & Space Force Challenges, Requirements & Priorities
  • Indo-Pacific SITREP - Airfield & Logistics Hub Reconstruction/Expansion
  • Advanced Battlespace Technologies – C6ISR, AI, Quantum, 3D Printing, UAS & C-UAS
  • Investment Opportunities in Defense Manufacturing - the New Arsenal of Democracy
  • Military Base-Community Partnerships Promoting Local Build Contracts
  • Installation Energy Supply/Microgrid, Nuclear & Geothermal Solutions
  • Accelerated Contracting - DARPA, DIU, DEFENSEWERX
  • GovCon Toolkit - OTA’s, SBIR’s/STTR’s, GWAC’s, IDIQ’s & MACC’s
  • Mentor-Protégé Programs as Super Business Accelerators for Smalls & Primes
  • Administration Acquisition Reform - FAR/DFAR & 8(a) Changes
  • Cybersecurity/CMMC Update

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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• 2027 National Small Business Conference

  • Start
    1 Feb 2027
  • End
    3 Feb 2027
  • Location
    Hyatt Regency New Orleans

  

  The National Small Business Conference is the premier government contracting event for small businesses. The conference offers educational sessions, matchmaking, networking and resources for all small businesses including aspiring, current and graduate 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOB, VOSB, SDB, WOSB, DBE, and teaming partnerships. The event attracts hundreds of federal agencies, large business primes, and corporate companies to provide multiple opportunities in one location to grow your business in the federal contracting arena.

  
  

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

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• 2027 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference

  • Start
    23 Jun 2027
  •  
  • End
    24 Jun 2027
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Norfolk, VA.

  

  Join us for the 2027 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference on June 23-24, 2027 in Norfolk, Virginia, home to Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. This is a premier opportunity to engage directly with decision-makers from the Pentagon, Navy and Marine Corps Commands, and leading Prime Defense Contractors. Don't miss your chance to network with Defense Industry Leaders and Government Program Managers and Contracting Officers, and gain critical information on current Defense spending plans and procurement priorities.

  Topical Coverage:

  • Briefings on the Primary Challenges Facing Navy & Marine Corps Commands – and How Those are Shaping Their Contracting/Purchasing Priorities
  • Fleet Readiness Update – the Navy’s Critical Sustainment, Maintenance & Repair Requirements
  • SIOP – How the ‘Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program’ is Driving $ Billions in Construction & Facility Support Contracts
  • Escalating Purchasing Focused on Drydock Upgrades, Equipment & Machinery Modernization/Replacement, and Skilled Workforce Recruitment
  • Multiple Naval Shipyard Rehab Programs – Norfolk, Portsmouth, Pearl Harbor & Puget Sound
  • Billions of Dollars to Reinvigorate the American Shipbuilding/Maritime Industry and How That Money is Now Beginning to be Spent
  • Reviving Pacific Island U.S. Military Bases – Opportunities with NAVFAC and the Army Corps of Engineers for Airfield & Supply Hub Reconstruction
  • Marine Corps Dispersed Forces and Expeditionary Warfighting Requirements
  • Additive/3D Manufacturing of Needed Parts on the Warfighter Edge
  • New Technology Initiatives & Funded Programs – Software, AI & Quantum Powering Missile & Drone Defense Solutions
  • Major Projects from California & Alaska to Guam & Saipan – NAVFAC, USACE and MARCORSYSCOM
  • Acquisition Forecasts – NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NAVSUP, NAVWAR, Military Sealift Command
  • CYBER/CMMC Update and Critical Infrastructure/Ports & Harbors Protection
  • Military Base-Adjacent Community Partnerships Promoting Local Build Contracts
  • Briefing on the Administration’s Changes in Federal & Defense Contracting Rules (FAR/DFAR Update)
  • Prime Defense Contractors – Upcoming Subcontracting & Teaming Opportunities for Small & Medium-size Suppliers
  • OTA’s & Other Special Contracting Vehicles Promoting Accelerated/Non-Compete Contracts for Innovative Tech (DARPA, DIU, DEFENSEWERX)
  • How to Access GWAC's (Multi-year Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts) – and Major Navy GWAC’s Coming Down the Pipeline
  • Defense Dept. and SBA Mentor-Protégé Programs – Super Business Accelerators for Both Smalls & Primes

  What to Expect

  The 2027 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference will allow you to meet Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and Small Business Program Directors from key Navy and Marine Corps Bases & Commands. You’ll also engage with leading Prime Defense Contractors actively seeking new Partners and Subcontractors. Whether you're looking to forge strategic alliances, expand your network, or secure new business opportunities, this event is your gateway to success in the Defense industry. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-impact networking experience!

  
  

  ***This is a HUBZone Contractors National Council PARTNER EVENT. 

  For more information please use the links within the email.***

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