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SUMMARY:National Small Business Week Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK 2-DAY VIRTUAL SUMMIT  \n  \nDates: April 30 and May 1\, 2024   Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm ET / 8:00 am – 3:00 pm PST  Location: Online \n  \nAs part of the National Small Business Week (NSBW)\, the U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE will cohost the NSBW Virtual Summit that includes a variety of educational webinars\, exhibit booths\, free business resources\, multiple peer-to-peer networking rooms and expert business advice from SCORE mentors. \n  \nThe 2-day event is free to attend\, but registration is required to access all the value the virtual event has to offer: \n\nAction-driven content that can be applied to your business immediately.\nExpert business advice to help you navigate your business journey.\nDownloadable business resources to collect for future use.\nNetworking opportunities to connect with business owners from across the country.\n\n  \n*Only 1 registration is required per person. *The virtual summit agenda will be provided closer to the event dates.
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SUMMARY:American Small Business Contracting Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Government is required to award 23% of Prime Contracts to Small Businesses.\nAlmost $160 Billion in Federal Government Contracts were awarded to Small Businesses\nin 2022\, with another $100 Billion awarded to Small Businesses as Subcontractors to\nPrime Contractors. The American Small Business Contracting Summit features General\nSessions. Discussions with Federal & State Small Business Offices\, Connections with Prime\nContractors\, Matchmaking Sessions\, Multiple Networking Opportunities\, and much more.\nTo learn more\, visit our website for more information: www.usdlf.org\nThe American Small Business Contracting Summit will provide the latest information on:\nSmall Business Contracting with the U.S. Department of Defense\nSmall Business Contracting with the Veterans Administration\, U.S. Department of\nHomeland Security\, U.S. Department of Energy\, and other Federal Agencies\nSmall Business Contracting with State Governments\, including Maryland and Virginia\nFinancing for Small Businesses\, including Public Financing from the U.S. Small Business\nAdministration (SBA) and Private Financing from Bank of America\nResources for Small Businesses\, including BA’s Contracting Assistance Program\nThe Summit is a must attend event for: 8(a) Small Businesses\, HUBZone Small Businesses\,\nService-Disabled Small Businesses\, Small Disadvantaged Businesses\, Veteran-Owned Small\nBusinesses\, and Women-Owned Small Businesses.The American Small Business Contracting Summit will be held in accordance with Local \nGovernment Pandemic Regulations/Restrictions. By completing this registration\, you\nagree that NO REFUNDS will be issued. Event Credit Requests or Attendee Transfers must\nbe received and confirmed no less than (10) business days prior to Day 1 of the Summit.\nIf you would like to receive an Event Credit for a future Defense Leadership Forum\nSummit\, Transfer your registration to another colleague\, or Convert your registration to a\nVirtual Attendee package\, please contact us at events@usdlf.org.\nIf you register more than once by mistake\, you may transfer your registration to another\ncolleague. NO REFUNDS will be issued for duplicate registrations. \n 
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/american-small-business-contracting-summit/
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SUMMARY:SAME DC & NoVA Posts: 2024 Small Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Build a strong network that’s focused on small business.\nThe SAME DC & NoVA Posts’ Small Business Conference brings together the State & Local and Federal agencies and businesses throughout the DC\, Maryland\, and Northern Virginia area to network\, discuss upcoming contracting opportunities\, connect with potential teaming partners\, and more!\n\nPlenary and moderated sessions with government and private sector panelists\nExhibit Hall for companies to showcase their offerings and networking\nMatchmaking sessions to connect and engage with government agencies\, small and large businesses\nVeteran & Career Transition Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\nThe following schedule provides a timeline of the day’s events. There will be 10 minute breaks to allow time for networking and snacks between the plenary and main panel sessions. Participants can earn up to five (5) Professional Development Hours (PDH) after attending the conference sessions. Speakers and content subject to change. \n7:00 am – Capital Turnaround Parking Lot Opens; Exhibit Hall Opens for Setup \n8 :00 am – Conference registration/ticket desk and exhibit hall opens \n9:00 am – Welcome & Introductions to SAME DC & NoVA Posts \n9:15 am – Opening Plenary Session featuring Morning Keynote \n10:00 am – Panel Session – Federal \n11:30 am – Lunch / Networking \n1:00 pm – Afternoon Keynote \n2:00 pm – Panel Session – Federal\, State & Local \n3:00 pm – Panel Session – Buildings + Infrastructure \n4:00 pm – Exhibit Hall & Conference Close followed by Happy Hour \n4:30 pm – Happy Hour at The Brig DC \n6:45 pm – Nationals vs Dodgers at Nationals Stadium (optional add-on ticket event) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n— \nMATCHMAKING CONCURRENT SESSIONS \nLarge Businesses must reserve their table no later than Monday\, April 15. \nSAME Matchmaking is your opportunity to have one-on-one conversations with government agencies and large businesses. These short 10-minute sessions allow each side to get to know each other through sharing upcoming opportunities\, requirements and capabilities. Matchmaking is coordinated through registration sign up. If you are interested in matchmaking as a host (Government\, Non-Profit\, Academia\, Large Business) or a Small Business participant\, please indicate during check out. \n1 1:00 am – 11:50 am (2nd Floor) \n2:00 pm – 3:50 pm (2nd Floor) \nFor questions about matchmaking or to reserve a table\, please reach out to Lisa Krowne and Julie Smiley at samesbcmatchmaking@gmail.com \n— \nOPTIONAL EVENTS after the CONFERENCE\nHAPPY HOUR at THE BRIG DC \nPlease join us at the Brig DC next to the conference venue after the event. Indicate on the check out form if you are planning on attending so we can provide a headcount to the happy hour venue. Sponsorship of the Happy Hour is available\, see details in Sponsorship section\, below. \nNATS vs DODGERS at NATIONAL STADIUM – 6:45 pm – Wed. April 24 \nOptional and separate ticket purchases are available to join the SAME DC & NoVA conference attendees at a reserved section for the 6:45 pm Nats vs. Dodgers baseball game at Nationals Park adjacent to the Navy Yard the evening of April 24. \nNats vs. Dodgers at Nationals Park\nReserved tickets: $39\nGame Time: 6:45 pm (gates open 90 minutes prior to game time) \n→ https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/SAMEDCandNoVAPost \nIndicate on the check out form if you would like more information and we’ll send you the link when it’s open for registration and add it here\, too. Please review the venue information\, including bag policy\, parking\, and amenities prior to purchasing tickets. Contact Kate Gallagher\, kate.gallagher@arcadis.com for more information. \n— \nVOLUNTEER AT THE CONFERENCE \nThere are several opportunities to volunteer at this conference for short sessions. Please sign up on the spreadsheet with your information. All volunteers must register as a ticket holder to attend the conference and volunteer. Volunteers will receive an extra drink ticket at the Happy Hour event after the conference and recognition at the event and Digital Program. \n→ Sign up on the Spreadsheet with your information \n\nRegistration Desk (8 Volunteers Needed)\nMatchmaking (6 Volunteers Needed)\nLunch (4 Volunteers Needed)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndividual Tickets\nAll-day conference tickets include admission to all conference sessions\, networking and optional matchmaking\, all-day coffee and water stations\, snacks\, lunch and happy hour event. \nRegular priced tickets must be purchased via Eventbrite by 7:00 pm on Friday\, April 19. All tickets purchased after the deadline will be charged the Late Registration Rate\, payable online through Eventbrite\, check\, or Venmo the day of the event. No cash accepted. \n$275 – Large/Medium business (Non-Member) \n$225 – Large/Medium Business (SAME Member*) \n$200 – Small Business (Non-Member) \n$175 – Small Business (SAME Member*) \n$125 – SAME Young Professional Member** / Non-Profit / Academia \n$75 – Government – Federal\, State\, Local (Must present valid ID) \n– — \n$350 – Late Registration / Walk-In Rate (after 7 pm on Friday\, April 19) \n— \nIf you would like to save on your ticket purchase by becoming a member of the SAME DC or NoVA Posts (or both!)\, please join before you register: https://www.same.org/membership-communities/join/ \nFor Member Firm Sizes\, SAME recognizes the company business sizes based on the following employee counts: \n\nSmall Business: 100 employees or less\nMedium Business: 101 – 2\,000 employees\nLarge Business: 2\,000+ employees\n\n* SAME Members must enter their member number at registration. Login to SAME.ORG and click on “My Account” in the top navigation bar to retrieve your member number. \n** SAME Young Professional Members are 39 years and younger and must have an active membership. \nIndustry Organization Member Pricing \nSAME is offering special ticket rates to members of ACEC MW and CMAA NCC as a part of our industry partnership. Please reach out to your organization to learn more details and receive a special ticket code to register at the SAME Member rate. \nTicket Refund Policy \nRefund and Transfer requests will be accepted through 7:00 pm ET on Friday\, April 19\, 2024\, and must be received in writing to programs@samedc.org. \n\nRefund Fee: Full refund\, less administrative fee of $50\nTransfer Fee: $25\n\nGovernment registrations will receive full refunds at any time except for no-shows. No-shows from non-profit / academia / industry do not qualify for refunds. \nDay-of-event transfers will not be accepted and attendee must pay Late Registration fee to attend the conference.
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SUMMARY:HUD's 7th Annual Women-Owned Small Business Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, March 20\, 2024\, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) invites you to participate in the hybrid 7th Annual Woman-Owned Small Business Outreach Event at the HUD Headquarters Building in Washington\, DC and virtually. The plenary session will be open to virtual participation. Only on-site attendees will have an opportunity to meet with key HUD staff and contracting personnel to discuss their capabilities and learn about upcoming potential procurement opportunities. \nHUD strives to create an inclusive environment for all\, including individuals with disabilities. If you would like to participate in this event and would like to request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter\, please ensure that you select and indicate the accommodation in your registration information. For accommodations to be processed\, please complete your registration as early as possible\, preferably no later than two weeks prior to the start of the event (March 1\, 2024 ). \nPrime contractors interested in exhibiting at this event\, please submit your request to SmallBusiness@hud.gov by March 1\, 2024. \nNOTE: Due to security requirements\, we do not offer on-site registration. \nWomen-Owned Small Business Outreach Event Agenda: \nRemarks \nJean Lin Pao\, Director\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization \nElizabeth de Leon Bhargava\, Assistant Secretary for the Office of Administration \nJimmy Fleming-Scott\, Chief Procurement Officer \nAlisa Sheard\, WOSB Federal Contract Program Director\, Deputy Director\, Office of Government Contracting\, U.S. Small Business Administration \nPanel – Breaking the Code: How to Win Federal Contracts \nModerator – Francine Hemphill\, Deputy Chief Procurement Officer \nPanelists: \n\nStephanie Johnson\, Simmons-Johnson Consulting\nFeng (Amy) Gao\, Spatial Front\nMachelle Redmond\, Raine & Company\n\nProgram Office Exhibit Tables \nTBD \nIDENTIFICATION: \nHUD Headquarters Building Visitors 18 years of age or older are required to have a valid U.S. federal or state-issued photo ID\, this includes visitors from U.S. Territories (Guam\, Puerto Rico\, the U.S. Virgin Islands\, etc.) Expired documents are not accepted. \n\nDriver’s license or identification card issued by a state or outlying territory of the U.S.\, provided it contains a photograph or information such as name. date of birth\, gender\, height\, eye color\, and address.\nDriver’s license or other state photo identity card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) that meet REAL ID requirements.\n\n\nU.S. passport\nU.S. passport card\nDHS Trusted Traveler cards (Global Entry\, NEXUS\, SENTRI\, FAST)\nU.S. Military ID\nPermanent Resident Card\nBorder Crossing Card\nDHS-designated enhanced driver’s license\nA Native American Tribal Photo ID\nAn airline or airport-issued ID (if issued under a TSA-approved security plan)\nA foreign government-issued passport\nCanadian provincial driver’s license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) card\nTransportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)\nIdentification card issued by a local government (including county or city) containing a photograph\, name\, and expiration date.\nUniversity\, library\, or school card containing a photograph\, name\, and expiration date.\n\nNon-US/Canadian citizens are not required to carry their passports if they have documents issued by the U.S. government such as Permanent Resident Cards. Those who do not should be carrying their passports. \nWhat are my transportation/parking option for getting to and from the event? \nMETRO: \nThe Department of Housing and Urban Development is conveniently located at L’Enfant Plaza Metro Stop (on the Yellow\, Green\, Blue\, Orange or Silver Line). Please proceed to exit the Metro station towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you get off the Metro escalator\, make a left to exit the Plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nDRIVING DIRECTIONS TO HUD HEADQUARTERS: \nFrom the Northeast: Take I-95 South to Route 50 West toward Washington\, DC. Follow Route 50 past where its name changes to New York Avenue. Turn left onto 7th Street\, NW. Continue on 7th Street. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the South: Take I-95 North to I-395 North. Follow I-395 North to D Street SW in Washington. Take the 12th Street exit from I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nFrom the West: Take I-66 East and follow the signs for Constitution Avenue. Continue on Constitution Avenue to 14th Street\, NW and turn right. Continue on 14th Street to the third traffic signal and turn left onto Independence Avenue. Continue on Independence Avenue to 7th Street and turn right. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the Northwest: Take I-270 South to the Capital Beltway/I-495 towards Virginia. Continue on the Capital Beltway across the American Legion Bridge into Virginia. Take the first exit after the bridge for the George Washington Parkway South towards Washington. Continue on the George Washington Parkway to I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nPARKING: \nSome garage parking is available at L’Enfant Plaza\, 480 L’Enfant Plaza SW\, Washington\, DC 20024. To walk\, proceed to exit parking garage towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you enter the L’Enfant Plaza Shopping and Dining area proceed towards the metro station. Once you go through the glass doors (next to Potbelly) make a right to exit the plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nThere are limited public lots and limited off-street parking by HUD Headquarters so plan accordingly. Please enter the HUD building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/huds-7th-annual-women-owned-small-business-outreach-event/
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SUMMARY:HCCMC Maryland Contractor Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us once again on March 6\, 2024\, to meet with elected leaders\, contractors\, small business owners\, and other stakeholders to identify and find real solutions to the challenges in the construction industry in the DMV area. \n\nLearn from expert key speakers in the industry\nConnect with general contractors and local minority-owned businesses\nMeet Federal\, State\, and County elected officials\, and top industry leaders\n\nThis event provides direct exposure to Federal\, State\, and County elected officials\, and top industry leaders. Listen to expert key speakers share information and best practices\, helping businesses and contractors stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulations. This is an opportunity to increase your company’s visibility by meeting minority-owned businesses and creating opportunities for partnerships\, growth\, and success. \nProceeds of this event will benefit the Hispanic Business Foundation programs supporting minority-owned small businesses and disadvantaged youth education in Montgomery County. \nInquiries about the event? Please e-mail us at contractorsummit@hccmc.org
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/hccmc-maryland-contractor-summit-2024/
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SUMMARY:ADVANCING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY for BLACK ENTREPRENEURS
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share that the 15th Anniversary of MBE Night in Annapolis has garnered overwhelming interest from the minority business community! \nDue to high demand and venue constraints\, registration is now nearing full capacity. We understand that many of you are eager to be a part of this milestone event celebrating diversity\, inclusion\, and economic empowerment. \nThe good news is that we’ve opened up a waitlist to accommodate those still hoping to attend MBE Night. By joining the waitlist\, you’ll be first in line to secure a spot as space becomes available. \nWe’ll keep you updated on any openings\, so you won’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with state leaders\, agencies\, and fellow entrepreneurs and community leaders.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/advancing-economic-opportunity-for-black-entrepreneurs/
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SUMMARY:Defense IT Summit 2024 | Arlington
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing together federal and industry leaders at Defense IT Summit to discuss how IT modernization programs are restructuring the defense landscape. Hear senior leadership’s priorities and get a jump start on the shifting needs around artificial intelligence\, CJADC2\, data innovation\, and workforce development.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/defense-it-summit-2024-arlington/
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SUMMARY:Grow and expand your Business with U.S. Small Business Administration
DESCRIPTION:Jan 16\, 2024 11:00 AM in\n\n\nDescription\nTopics of discussion:\n1. Mission of SBA – Our 4 Cs with an emphasis on government contracting and its programs (Prime\, subcontracting\, size\, COC\, NMR and Natural Resources).\n2. Certifications and how they can help small and “other than small” businesses.\n3. SBA’s Small Business Specialist name and the main items that SBA purchases
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/grow-and-expand-your-business-with-u-s-small-business-administration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T120000
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SUMMARY:MOCO Success: Thrive with Rockville's Business Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening seminar designed to empower small businesses in our community. In an ever-changing business landscape\, understanding and accessing government incentives can be a game-changer for your enterprise. \nWhat to Expect: \n1. Comprehensive Insight:\nDiscover the ins and outs of common challenges small businesses face and gain valuable insights into how government incentives can address these issues. \n2. Government Support Programs:\nGet an in-depth overview of existing government incentives and support programs tailored for small businesses. Learn about eligibility criteria\, application processes\, and success stories of businesses that have thrived with government backing. \n3. Panel of Experts:\nEngage with a panel from Rockville Economic Development\, Inc. who will share their expertise and know-how for leveraging government incentives to achieve success. Participate in an interactive Q&A session to get personalized advice. \n4. Practical Guidance:\nAcquire practical guidance on navigating available resources\, including online tools and platforms\, to make the most of government support for your business. \n5. Networking Opportunities:\nConnect with fellow entrepreneurs\, local agents\, business leaders\, REDI and MWBC representatives in this lunch and learn event. Build relationships\, discover valuable resources\, and explore opportunities for collaboration within our community. \nWho Should Attend:\nCommercial Brokers\nResidential Realtors\nSmall business owners\nOpen to everyone interested in government incentives and support programs \nDon’t miss this opportunity to empower your business and take it to new heights! Join us for an afternoon of valuable insights\, networking\, and practical guidance. Let’s navigate the path to success together!
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/moco-success-thrive-with-rockvilles-business-incentives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T080000
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SUMMARY:Live! Casino & Hotel Minority Outreach Fair (Winter 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Event Description:**Please Note – This registration page is for ATTENDEES ONLY. Prime companies/agencies interested in exhibiting may email events@mwmca.org.** \nThe Minority Outreach Fair is intended to assist small businesses in identifying \, work and/or contractual opportunities with top prime companies and government agencies\, locate small business resources\, and network with other small businesses. \nEvent Schedule: \n8:00am to 12:00pm – Exhibitor Hall featuring over 100 exhibitors including top prime companies and local government agencies. \nThere is so much valuable and worthwhile information distributed at this event that arriving when the event begins at 8:00am is a good idea to accomplish your goals and identify business for your company to pursue. \nIf possible\, bring more than one representative from your company to cover meeting all the exhibitors. Review the exhibitor list (coming soon)ahead of your arrival to plan which companies and government agencies you will visit first\, second\, third\, etc. \nPlease feel free to invite other small\, minority\, and women owned firms to attend. There is worthwhile information for all businesses. \nView the Exhibitors List (coming soon) \nFor more information\, visit our Event Information Page (coming soon).
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/live-casino-hotel-minority-outreach-fair-winter-2023/
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SUMMARY:HUD's 7th Annual IT Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, December 5\, 2023\, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) invites you to participate in the 7th Annual IT Industry Day at the HUD Headquarters Building in Washington\, DC. This event will provide businesses a chance to hear from HUD’s leadership about their organization’s IT portfolio\, vision\, and IT acquisition needs. Event participants will hear from HUD’s Office of Chief Financial Officer\, Office of the Chief Procurement Officer\, and Office of the Chief Information Officer in addition to the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae) and Office of the Inspector General. Additionally\, businesses (on-site attendees only) will have an opportunity to meet with key HUD staff and contracting personnel to discuss their capabilities and learn about upcoming potential procurement opportunities. \nHUD strives to create an inclusive environment for all\, including individuals with disabilities. If you would like to participate in this event and would like to request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter\, please ensure that you select and indicate the accommodation in your registration information. For accommodations to be processed\, please complete your registration as early as possible\, preferably no later than two weeks prior to the start of the event (November 22\, 2023 ). \nNOTE: Due to security requirements\, we do not offer on-site registration. \nIT Industry Day Agenda: \nWelcome Remarks \nJean Lin Pao\, Director\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization \nOpening Remarks: \nVinay Singh\, Chief Financial Officer\, Office of the Chief Financial Officer \nProgram Office Remarks: \n\nOffice of Chief Procurement Officer – Jimmy Fleming-Scott\, Chief Procurement Officer\n(Invited) Office of the Chief Information Officer – Beth Niblock\, Chief Information Officer\nGovernment National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae) – Barbara Cooper-Jones\, Senior Vice President of the Office of Enterprise Data & Technology Solutions\nOffice of Inspector General – Nadeem Ahmed Director\, Infrastructure Operations Division\, OIT\n\nProgram Office Exhibit Tables \n\nOffice of the Chief Finance Officer\nOffice of the Chief Information Officer\nOffice of the Chief Procurement Officer\nGovernment National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae)\nOffice of Inspector General\nOffice of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization\n\nIDENTIFICATION: \nYou MUST have Government Issued Photo Identification (e.g. driver’s license) that is complaint with DHS REAL ID Phase 3b Enforcement rule\, which means that driver’s licenses from noncompliant states will not be accepted to access Federal facilities\, including HUD facilities; however\, a Federal ID or Passport would be acceptable. Also\, the REAL ID compliant identification specified in your registration must be presented on the day of the event. \nWhat are my transportation/parking option for getting to and from the event? \nMETRO: \nThe Department of Housing and Urban Development is conveniently located at L’Enfant Plaza Metro Stop (on the Yellow\, Green\, Blue\, Orange or Silver Line). Please proceed to exit the Metro station towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you get off the Metro escalator\, make a left to exit the Plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nDRIVING DIRECTIONS TO HUD HEADQUARTERS: \nFrom the Northeast: Take I-95 South to Route 50 West toward Washington\, DC. Follow Route 50 past where its name changes to New York Avenue. Turn left onto 7th Street\, NW. Continue on 7th Street. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the South: Take I-95 North to I-395 North. Follow I-395 North to D Street SW in Washington. Take the 12th Street exit from I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nFrom the West: Take I-66 East and follow the signs for Constitution Avenue. Continue on Constitution Avenue to 14th Street\, NW and turn right. Continue on 14th Street to the third traffic signal and turn left onto Independence Avenue. Continue on Independence Avenue to 7th Street and turn right. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the Northwest: Take I-270 South to the Capital Beltway/I-495 towards Virginia. Continue on the Capital Beltway across the American Legion Bridge into Virginia. Take the first exit after the bridge for the George Washington Parkway South towards Washington. Continue on the George Washington Parkway to I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nPARKING: \nSome garage parking is available at L’Enfant Plaza\, 480 L’Enfant Plaza SW\, Washington\, DC 20024. To walk\, proceed to exit parking garage towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you enter the L’Enfant Plaza Shopping and Dining area proceed towards the metro station. Once you go through the glass doors (next to Potbelly) make a right to exit the plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nThere are limited public lots and limited off-street parking by HUD Headquarters so plan accordingly. Please enter the HUD building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/huds-7th-annual-it-industry-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230924T194125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T194126Z
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SUMMARY:Innovating Government Acquisitions through Emerging Tech
DESCRIPTION:Innovating Government Acquisitions through Emerging Tech
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/innovating-government-acquisitions-through-emerging-tech/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230822T013631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T013632Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with Howard County Government
DESCRIPTION:The African American Community Roundtable is hosting a free event with Howard County government to assist companies\, small business\, and new business startups learn the contacts and resources to obtain contracts and grants through Howard county government. Grow your business by learning how to get a piece of millions of unallocated funds for businesses.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/doing-business-with-howard-county-government/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20231001T195108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T195108Z
UID:7455-1698139800-1698159600@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:DSLBD Presents: District Connect 2023
DESCRIPTION:District Connect is DSLBD’s annual small business expo for Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) and local businesses to connect with contracting and capital opportunities. This event will comprise expert panel discussions\, workshops\, and an exhibit hall\, all centered around contracting\, financing\, and personalized matchmaking consultations. \nDistrict Connect gives small businesses access to meet with government officials and primes. Businesses will get an opportunity to speak one-on-one and meet face-to-face with decision makers to build relationships\, get access to contracting opportunities and access to capital. \n  \nSchedule  \nRegistration 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM \nOpening Session 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM \nMatchmaking Appointments 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nFinancial Consultations 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nExhibition Hall 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nWorkshops/ Panel/ Lightning Room 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \nWorkshops and Panel Discussions \nSubcontracting: A Winning Opportunity 11:30 AM Panel Discussion \nAccessing the Full Breath of DSLBD 12:30 PM Panel Discussion \nDemystifying the Application Process 1:30 PM Panel Discussion \nConquering Contracts: A to Z 2:30 PM Workshop \n  \nLightning Room Topics  \nAccess to Capital: Options for Certified Business Enterprises 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM \nCertified Business Enterprise Application Overview 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM \nDepartment of Employment Services Office of Talent and Client Services Overview 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM \nSmall Business Administration Overview 1:45 PM – 2:15 PM \nBonding 101 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM \n  \nMatchmaking Registration  \nhttps://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/DistrictConnect2023MatchmakingandConsultationAppointments@o365.dc.gov/bookings/  \nMatchmaking appointments are exclusively available to Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs). Businesses will undergo verification against the CBE database. Appointments will be canceled for businesses that are determined to be uncertified. CBEs are granted a maximum of three (3) appointments. Exceeding this allotted number will result in the cancellation of any additional appointments. \nQuestions? Please send them to business.opportunities@dc.gov
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/dslbd-presents-district-connect-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230917T194641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230917T194641Z
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SUMMARY:Looking Ahead at Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hate going to events and learning nothing new? Now’s your chance to kick off the new FISCAL YEAR in a proactive way! This in-person event will assemble growth-minded leaders who support the important mission of CMS today. \nFrom emerging technologies and acquisition challenges to budget priorities and key contract opportunities on the horizon\, this event will bring together top technology executives\, subject matter experts\, and business leaders from across the CMS community to have candid\, open discussions that will identify real solutions and opportunities to drive results and better support the important set of missions driven by CMS and the contractor community. \nPlan on sticking around after the event for a happy hour sponsored by Sparksoft. You’ll have an opportunity to connect with colleagues to have fun and exchange ideas. \nPanel Discussions\nACQUISITION TRENDS & CONTRACT VEHICLE TRENDS – What decisions have been made at CMS and elsewhere that will impact business in 2024? \nModerator: Bryce Golwalla\, Chief Strategy Officer\, Softrams (Former Contracting Officer and IT Specialist\, CMS) \nPanel Speakers: \n• Keia Eaves\, President & CEO\, Olive Branch Innovations\, Inc. \n• Melissa Ramos\, Customer Service Liason/Procurement Strategist\, GSA \n• Melissa Starinsky\, Managing Member\, Starinsky LLC (Former Director and Head of the Contracting Activity for the Office of Acquisition and Grants Management\, CMS) \n• Gina Wolery\, COO\, Index Analytics \nTOP INITIATIVES IN 2024 – Where to Focus? Budget/Policy/Leadership Priorities and Impacts on where the $$ is moving? \nModerator: Nick Vass\, Vice President of HHS Programs\, J29\, Inc. \nPanel Speakers: \n• Arielle Douglas\, Deputy Director\, OSDBU\, HHS \n• Melissa Fannin\, Chief Growth Officer\, National Government Services (Former CMS and FDA Leader) \n• Jeanette Pawlak\, Vice President of Business Development\, Skyward IT \n• Karen Shields\, Chief Client Engagement Officer\, Gainwell Technologies (Former Deputy Directory\, Center for Medicaid & CHIP Services) \nEMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND STRATEGIES – What technologies and business processes will CMS embrace in 2024 as they try to utilize them to drive better results? \nModerator: Jane Hite-Syed\, Vice President\, COO\, National Government Services \nPanel Speakers: \n• Julie Boughn\, Principal\, JBoughn Consulting\, LLC (Former Director\, Data and Systems Group\, Center for Medicaid & CHIP Services) \n• Anita Griner\, SVP & General Manager\, Cognosante (Former Director\, Data Sharing & Partnership Group\, CMS Center for Program Integrity) \n• Melinda Plaugher\, Chief Growth Officer\, ERP \nWHAT DOES CMS LOOK LIKE MOVING FORWARD – This futuristic session will focus on broad issues\, technology and policy that will change how CMS operates. \nModerator: Fred Butler\, Jr.\, CEO & President\, CIVDEF Group Inc. (Former CMS Senior Advisor for Integration and Quality) \nPanel Speakers: \n• Anita Allen\, Small Business Specialist\, Department of Health and Human Services CMS & NIH \n• Andrea Fletcher\, Director of Digital Service\, CMS \n• Merry Korn\, CEO\, Pearl Interactive Network \n• Tracy Mills\, President & Founder\, J29\, Inc. \nGiving Back\nAs a bonus\, a portion of the sponsorship dollars and ticket sales generated from this event will be donated to a non-profit organization. Building STEPS creates exposure and unlocks potential through a continuum of progressive programming that begins in 11th grade. Learn more at www.buildingsteps.org \nInterested in sponsoring? Contact Shelley McGuire at shelley@mssmanagementllc.com to learn more.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/looking-ahead-at-centers-for-medicare-and-medicaid-services-cms-for-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230903T195025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230903T195025Z
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SUMMARY:Maryland Business Opportunities & Entrepreneurial Training Summit
DESCRIPTION:OVER $6.5 BILLION\n\n\nin Available Contracting Opportunities with 11 State Agencies\n\n\n\n\nATTENDEE REGISTRATION\n\n$75 Registration Fee Includes\n\n\n\n\n\nContinental Breakfast\nLunch with Subject Matter Experts\nAccess to All Business Opportunities Sessions\nAccess to All Training Workshops\nAccess to Prime Contractors\n\n\n\n\nOpportunity to Discuss Current and Upcoming Projects with Project Managers and Procurement Officers from 11 State agencies\nProfessional Training including “How to Submit a Winning Bid”
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/maryland-business-opportunities-entrepreneurial-training-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230712T021428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T021428Z
UID:7296-1695283200-1695308400@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:Health IT Summit
DESCRIPTION:Federal leaders discuss modernization initiatives around electronic health records (EHRs)\, equity\, interoperability and data management. \nThe Health IT Summit is a must-attend event for government and health IT leaders looking to stay up-to-date on the latest innovations\, modernization efforts\, and cybersecurity strategies protecting patient data. \nJoin us for breakfast (and lunch!)\, Thursday September 21 2023 at the Bethesda Marriott for engaging panel discussions and networking with government and industry leaders. Learn about the latest advancements in healthcare technology\, electronic health records modernization\, telemedicine\, and cybersecurity. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with other health IT professionals and gain valuable insights into the future of healthcare technology. Register now to secure your spot at the GovCIO Media & Research Health IT Summit. \n 
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/health-it-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230730T192241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T192242Z
UID:7331-1694505600-1694530800@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:Elevate and Engage MBE Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland Minority Business Counts Initiative is thrilled to announce the upcoming Elevate and Engage MBE Networking Events\, promoting state and municipal contracting opportunities and identifying resources for Black-owned businesses. Our event will also make state agencies aware of Black-owned businesses and encourage more businesses to get MBE certified and prepared to win state contracts. \nThe Maryland Minority Business Counts (MMBC) initiative is a coalition of advocacy\, business\, civic\, and community leaders dedicated to supporting and encouraging existing and future Black business owners across our state. Our goals are to identify\, promote\, support\, and encourage current and future Black business owners in our state as they endeavor to pursue and secure contracts from the estimated 18.9 billion expended from Maryland’s annual budget. \nJoin us in building awareness of Black businesses in our state and supporting their success. Register for the MBE Summer 2023 event now! \n  \nBowie State University – September 12\, 2023\, 8 am-3 pm
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/elevate-and-engage-mbe-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230730T185339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T185339Z
UID:7328-1692610200-1692624600@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:Prince George's County Government Minority Construction Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:The Prince George’s County Office of Central Services is planning a County-wide event called “Minority Construction Industry Day”. This event will target all minority architectural firms\, construction general contractors\, and subcontractors located in Prince George’s County. \nThe event will profile upcoming construction projects for County agencies to include: \n  \n• Department of Corrections \n• Prince George’s Community College \n• Police Department \n• Department of Social Services \n• Memorial Library System \n• Office of Central Services \n• M-NCPPC \n• Others \nThe anticipated budget for these construction projects is over $150 Million. \n 
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/prince-georges-county-government-minority-construction-industry-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230430T232349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230604T193758Z
UID:7083-1692088200-1692111600@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:Metro's Procurement Fair - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Metro’s exciting upcoming procurement opportunities\, workshops\, hot topics\, and matchmaking\, while networking with your peers at this event. General Manager Randy Clarke will open the fair and share his vision for Metro\, including the strategic transformation plan\, Your Metro\, the Way Forward. Randy’s vision includes regional opportunities\, partnerships\, and sustainability. Our in-person Procurement Fair is an opportunity to learn and grow your business. \nWorkshops \n• Understanding and Preparing for Bonding• Grow Your Business with Automated Business Operations• Winning Government Contracts: Know Your Partner • How to become Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) / Program and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certified \nHot Topics: \nMultiple Task Order Award (MATOC) – This presentation educates the vendor community to the multi-million-dollar Multiple Award Task Order Contracting (MATOC) process. \nInfrastructure – The infrastructure presentation will discuss WMATA’s $10 billion Capital Improvement Program\, and the expected contracting opportunities that will be generated over the next several years. \nSmall Business – Getting Small Business Certified with Metro \nReal Estate – The real estate presentation will brief minority suppliers on opportunities presented by WMATA. \nProcurement Matchmaking: \nBusinesses will have the opportunity to be paired with a prime contractor representative interested in their products or service. The meetings intentionally focus on connecting small companies for potential contracting opportunities and teaming agreements with larger firms. Matchmaking appointments will be in 15-minute increments. \nWho should attend: \nAny new\, small\, minority owned\, and existing business interested in contracting opportunities with Metro – Washington Metropolitan Transportation Authority. \nWhat to expect: \n• Influential speakers• Conference style networking• Practical advice and information• Vendors showcase • Inspiring stories \nWhy attend? \nThe Procurement Fair allows you to learn about Metro’s upcoming initiatives and small business program office\, network with decision-makers\, match making\, and participate in various workshops. \nLocation and Parking: \nThe fair will be held in person at The Hotel at The University of Maryland\, 7777 Baltimore Avenue\, College Park\, MD 20740 \nThe parking garage is connected to the hotel. \nIncludes: \nBreakfast and Lunch included with each ticket. \n 
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/metros-procurement-fair-washington-metropolitan-area-transit-authority/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230702T184517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T184518Z
UID:7271-1689843600-1689858000@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:HUD's 6th Annual Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Event
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 20\, 2023\, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) invites you to participate in the 6th Annual Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) Event: Uniting Veterans One Match at a Time at the HUD Headquarters Building in Washington\, DC. The conference will provide businesses\, both new and experienced\, access to information on the laws\, rules\, and regulations that govern the SDVOSB Program. Additionally\, businesses (on-site attendees only) will have an opportunity to meet with key HUD staff and contracting personnel to discuss their capabilities and learn about upcoming potential procurement opportunities. \nSDVOSB businesses are highly encouraged to participate; however\, this event is open to all businesses. \nHUD strives to create an inclusive environment for all\, including individuals with disabilities. If you would like to participate in this event and would like to request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter\, please ensure that you select and indicate the accommodation in your registration information. For accommodations to be processed\, please complete your registration as early as possible\, preferably no later than two weeks prior to the start of the event (July 6\, 2023 ). \nNOTE: Registration for on-site attendance is limited to the first 250 people and will close on July 14\, 2023 or once capacity is reached. Due to security requirements\, we do not offer on-site registration. \n6th Annual SDVOSB Outreach Event Agenda  \n(all times are in Eastern Standard Time) \n9:00am – 10:00am – Check-In (No check-ins after 10:15) \n10:00am – 12:00pm – HUD Presentations \n12:00pm – 1:00pm – Exhibits/Networking \nEvent ends at 1:00 PM EST \nIDENTIFICATION: \nYou MUST have Government Issued Photo Identification (e.g. driver’s license) that is complaint with DHS REAL ID Phase 3b Enforcement rule\, which means that driver’s licenses from noncompliant states will not be accepted to access Federal facilities\, including HUD facilities; however\, a Federal ID or Passport would be acceptable. Also\, the REAL ID compliant identification specified in your registration must be presented on the day of the event. \nWhat are my transportation/parking option for getting to and from the event? \nMETRO: \nThe Department of Housing and Urban Development is conveniently located at L’Enfant Plaza Metro Stop (on the Yellow\, Green\, Blue\, Orange or Silver Line). Please proceed to exit the Metro station towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you get off the Metro escalator\, make a left to exit the Plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nDRIVING DIRECTIONS TO HUD HEADQUARTERS: \nFrom the Northeast: Take I-95 South to Route 50 West toward Washington\, DC. Follow Route 50 past where its name changes to New York Avenue. Turn left onto 7th Street\, NW. Continue on 7th Street. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the South: Take I-95 North to I-395 North. Follow I-395 North to D Street SW in Washington. Take the 12th Street exit from I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nFrom the West: Take I-66 East and follow the signs for Constitution Avenue. Continue on Constitution Avenue to 14th Street\, NW and turn right. Continue on 14th Street to the third traffic signal and turn left onto Independence Avenue. Continue on Independence Avenue to 7th Street and turn right. The building will be on your right at the corner of 7th and D Street SW. \nFrom the Northwest: Take I-270 South to the Capital Beltway/I-495 towards Virginia. Continue on the Capital Beltway across the American Legion Bridge into Virginia. Take the first exit after the bridge for the George Washington Parkway South towards Washington. Continue on the George Washington Parkway to I-395 North. Use the right lane to take the 12th Street exit toward L’Enfant Promenade. Keep right and merge onto D Street SW. Continue on D Street to 7th Street and the building will be on the right. \nPARKING: \nSome garage parking is available at L’Enfant Plaza\, 480 L’Enfant Plaza SW\, Washington\, DC 20024. To walk\, proceed to exit parking garage towards L’Enfant Plaza Mall Concourse. Once you enter the L’Enfant Plaza Shopping and Dining area proceed towards the metro station. Once you go through the glass doors (next to Potbelly) make a right to exit the plaza. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will be the building directly in front. You will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter. Please enter the building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E Street. \nThere are limited public lots and limited off-street parking by HUD Headquarters so plan accordingly. Please enter the HUD building through the South Lobby\, which is the side closest to 7th and E.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/huds-6th-annual-service-disabled-veteran-owned-small-business-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230604T193138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230604T193138Z
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SUMMARY:Live! Casino & Hotel Minority Outreach Fair
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\n\n\n\n\n\n8:00 AM – 9:30 AM \nContinental Breakfast Served \n\n\n\n\n8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nMinority Outreach Fair Exhibitor Expo \n\nMeet and learn how to do business with 75+ prime companies and government agencies\n\n\n\n\n8:30 AM – 8:45 AM \nWelcome Program \n\nPlease provide your attention during this time.\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM – 12:00 PM \nEvent Ends \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n4 hours\nMobile eTicket\n\n\n\n\n**Please Note – This registration page is for ATTENDEES ONLY. This registration page is NOT FOR PRIME BUSINESSES OR GOVERNMENT AGENCIES interested in participating as an exhibitor. All exhibitor requests should be sent to elawson@mwmca.org or call 443-759-8580 for more information.** \nEvent Description: \nThe Minority Outreach Fair is intended to assist small businesses in identifying \, work and/or contractual opportunities with top prime companies and government agencies\, locate small business resources\, and network with other small businesses. \nNote to Small Businesses Interested in Participating as an Exhibitor at the Minority Outreach Fair: This event is designed for small businesses to meet prime company/government agency representatives\, learn about prime business opportunities\, and connect with small business resources. To accomplish this mission\, only large\, prime companies and government agencies/entities are eligible to participate as exhibitors; small businesses are not eligible to participate as exhibitors currently. \nEvent Schedule: \n8:00am to 12:00pm – Exhibitor Hall featuring over 80 exhibitors including top prime companies and local government agencies. \nThere is so much valuable and worthwhile information distributed at this event that arriving when the event begins at 8:00am is a good idea to accomplish your goals and identify business for your company to pursue. \nIf possible\, bring more than one representative from your company to cover meeting all the exhibitors. Review the exhibitor list (COMING SOON) ahead of your arrival to plan which companies and government agencies you will visit first\, second\, third\, etc. \nPlease feel free to invite other small\, minority\, and women owned firms to attend. There is worthwhile information for all businesses.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/live-casino-hotel-minority-outreach-fair-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T173000
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UID:7080-1689615000-1689622200@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:2023 Summer Soiree - Federal Govt Contractors Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates for a networking event \nat \nThe John F Kennedy Center.\nKC CAFE (TERRACE LEVEL)\non\nMONDAY JULY 17th\nfrom\n5.30pm – 7.30pm\nNETWORKING ONLY\nThis is NOT a conference or seminar.\nTICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.\nNO EXCEPTIONS.\nTicket Price Increase on Friday JUNE 30th\, 6pm.\nDress Code is (preferred) BUSINESS.\nBUSINESS CASUAL also acceptable.\nNo hats\, No Jeans\, No Sneakers.\nFEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES/DEPARTMENTS CONFIRMED:\nComing Soon!\nJoin us and 200-300+ US Federal Government Contractors for an exquisite night of networking in one Washington DC’s premier locations.\nLite snacks and beverages (alcohol and non-alcohol) available for SEPERATE purchase. \nTICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. NO EXCEPTIONS. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:\n1 – Federal Compass\nMore Coming Soon!\nIN-KIND SPONSORS:\nComing Soon!
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/2023-summer-soiree-federal-govt-contractors-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000
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CREATED:20230521T194712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230521T194713Z
UID:7159-1688025600-1688040000@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:DDOT's DBE Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The District Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration are co-hosting the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Networking Event on Thursday\, June 29\, 2023\, from 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM at HQO (DC Water Headquarters)\, 1385 Canal Street\, Washington\, DC 20003. \nThis free networking event connects small businesses and DBEs with prime contractors/consultants\, government decision-makers\, and business resource organizations.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/ddots-dbe-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230509T005649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T005649Z
UID:7105-1686819600-1686834000@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:2023 City of Baltimore Procurement Conference
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n4 hours\nMobile eTicket\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will hear directly from procurement officials about contracting opportunities for small\, minority and women-owned businesses. Workshops will be available. More details to follow regarding exhibitor opportunities. \nParking available at Lexington Street Garage\, Baltimore Street Garage and metered parking surrounding the War Memorial building. \n\n 
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/2023-city-of-baltimore-procurement-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230521T192739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230521T192739Z
UID:7156-1685611800-1685620800@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Presents: Meet the Primes Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Presents: Meet the Primes Networking Event \nCome ready to network and build your business by forming relationships between your business and the Airports Authority prime contractors. \n  \nFeaturing the following Primes: \nNortheast Contracting Corporation https://neccroofing.com/ \nERM Protect https://ermprotect.com/ \nBurns Engineering https://www.burns-group.com/ \nRFID Global Solution https://rfidgs.com/ \n  \nDate: Thursday\, June 1st \nTime: 10 am – 12 (noon) \n**Registrations begins at 9:30 am** \nLocation: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport\, Historic Terminal 1 \nParking Available: Garage 1
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/the-metropolitan-washington-airports-authority-presents-meet-the-primes-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230509T011826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T011826Z
UID:7108-1685433600-1685448000@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:Tap Into Business at WSSC Water!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Tap Into Business event on Tuesday\, May 30\, with registration beginning at 8 a.m. Learn about upcoming contracting opportunities\, meet with WSSC Water representatives\, and network with vendors from various industries. This free event is open to all businesses.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/tap-into-business-at-wssc-water/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230409T182558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230409T182558Z
UID:7015-1684911600-1684929600@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:HCCMC Minority Contractor Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join elected leaders\, contractors\, small business owners\, and other stakeholders to identify and find real solutions to the challenges in the construction industry in the DMV area. \nTop reasons to attend: \n\nLearn from expert key speakers in the industry\nConnect with general contractors and local minority-owned businesses\nMeet Federal\, State\, and County elected officials\, and top industry leaders\n\nThis event provides direct exposure to Federal\, State\, and County elected officials\, and top industry leaders. Listen to expert key speakers share information and best practices\, helping businesses and contractors stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulations. This is an opportunity to increase your company’s visibility by meeting minority-owned businesses and creating opportunities for partnerships\, growth\, and success. \nProceeds of this event will benefit the Hispanic Business Foundation programs supporting minority-owned small businesses and disadvantaged youth education in Montgomery County. \nInquiries about the event? Please e-mail us at contractorsummit@hccmc.org
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/hccmc-minority-contractor-summit-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230416T181817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T181817Z
UID:7040-1683876600-1683892800@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:20th Annual 2023 Spring Breakfast Meeting/Business Showcase Expo
DESCRIPTION:The 20th Annual Spring Breakfast Meeting/Business Showcase Expo has two (2) components: \n1) Spring Breakfast/Awards Program (8:30am – 10:00am)  \n\nEnjoy a sit-down hot breakfast with beverages\nTop Companies and Government Agencies will be honored – 2023 Honoree List will be released in February 2023\nNetwork with representatives from leading companies\n\n2) Business Showcase Expo (7:30am – 12:30pm) – Over 80 prime and government entities will showcase their products/services/projects/business opportunities and share information with small\, minority\, and women-owned firms. \nAdvertisement opportunities are available in our souvenir journal event booklet. Click here for informationand email events@mwmca.org to confirm your advertisement. \nSponsorship opportunities are available. Click here for information and email to events@mwmca.org to confirm your sponsorship. \nFor complete event information\, please click here.
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/20th-annual-2023-spring-breakfast-meeting-business-showcase-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T091057
CREATED:20230417T231939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T231939Z
UID:7043-1683622800-1683633600@governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com
SUMMARY:The Montgomery County Office of Procurement invites you to our Meet the Primes event!
DESCRIPTION:Meet with more than 50 prime contractors\, government agencies and local resources at this expo-style event.\nBring your business cards and your best elevator pitch to meet with prime contractors! This is an expo-style event. The prime contractors will have exhibit tables and the attendees can meet them during the event.\n*This registration page is for attendees. We do not need any additional exhibitors.* \n  \nExhibitor Highlights: \nClark Construction \nMontage Marketing Group \nCostello Construction \nConcrete General\, Inc. \nKaiser Permanente \nAT&T \nKeller Brothers\, Inc. \nSCS Engineers\, Inc \nBenjamin Office Supply & Services \nMeals on Wheels of Central Maryland \nCyquent\, Inc. \nAND MORE!! \n  \nMeet with local procurement offices and agencies such as: \nMontgomery College \nCity of Rockville \nWSSC Water \nBaltimore County Public Schools \nAND MORE! \n  \nLearn about Certifying Agencies for our Minority\, Female and Disabled-Owned (MFD) Business Program: \nMDOT \nCapital Region Minority Supplier Development Council \nWBENC \nU.S. Small Business Administration \n  \nConnect with local organizations and resources: \nMontgomery County Business Center \nMaryland Women’s Business Center \nSmall Business Development Center \nAsian American Chamber of Commerce \nGreater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce \nHispanic Chamber of Commerce Montgomery County \n  \nRegistration is FREE! Walk-ins will be accepted.\n\nFollow us @MoCoProcure on Facebook and Twitter.\n#meetprimes2023
URL:https://governmentexecutiveconsultingservices.com/event/the-montgomery-county-office-of-procurement-invites-you-to-our-meet-the-primes-event/
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