Conference attendees and sponsorship benefits:
‣ Gain valuable knowledge, insight and practical tips for working with the federal government
‣ Opportunity to network with other businesses, contracting officers and other government representatives
‣ Opportunity to form and develop relationships in the industry

The conference will focus on legislative, legal, and business issues relevant to small businesses in the federal contracting industry. Conference attendees will gain valuable knowledge, insight and practical tips for working with the federal government. More importantly, the attendees will have the opportunity to network with other businesses, contracting officers and government representatives, as well as to form and develop relationships with potential teaming partners. 

Conference Format:

• 7:30 am: Registration and Breakfast
• 8:30 am: Legislative Speaker
• 9:00 am: Keynote Speakers
• 10:45 am: Ted Talk Style Panel
• 12:00 pm: Lunch and Keynote Speaker
• 1:00 pm: Workshop Track and (B2B) Matching (Aug. 25 only)
• 2:30 pm: Workshop Track
• 3:30 pm: Ted Talk Style Panel
• 5:00 pm: Reception (Aug. 24 only)

Government Representatives: (invited guest)
• Mazie Hirono, U.S. Senator
• Brian Schatz, U.S. Senator
• Tulsi Gabbard, U.S. Representative
• Mark Takai, U.S. Representative

Keynote Speakers:
• John Klein, SBA, Associate General Counsel for Procurement Law
• Kenyata Wesley, Acting Director DoD Office of Small Business Programs, Department of Defense
• Kevin Allis, Thunderbird Strategic, LLC
• And others