Government Contracting 101

Beginner Session, lead by Lourdes Martin-Rosa that will discuss how to begin the government contracting process

• Where and how to register your business.

• Best practices

Marketing To The World’s Largest Customer

Learn how to effectively market to the federal government, search for government contracts before they are posted and create marketing strategies that will assist in your success as a government contractor.

A/E/C (Infrastructure) Industry Roundtable: Architecture/Engineering/Construction

Learn from an industry professional on how to leverage your architectural, engineering, and/or construction firm in the government contracting arena.

Gain a Competitive Edge In Government Contracting

See what sets your company apart from the rest. Learn the different aspect that can give you the "Competitive Edge" in government contracting by maximizing contract opportunities through the SBA's certification programs. Find out what certifications are right for you and when you should pursue certifying your business.

Access To Capital

Small businesses continue to face significant hurdles when it comes to accessing capital. Learn about the SBA's loan programs and how to qualify.

8(a) Certification Program

​Provides a step-by-step simple certification roadmap to help you prepare and obtain your SBA 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business certification.

Woman-owned Small Business Certification Program

Prepare your woman-owned small business and become self-certified as a SBA Woman-owned or Economically Disadvantage Woman-owned small business.  You’ll also learn key techniques on how to market using this new certification program.

HUB-zone Certification

Historically Underutilized Business zone certification program.  Learn how to identify key Hub-zone areas and how to maximize this certification program.

How to Prepare a Winning Proposal

You’ll learn effective steps towards identifying key contract information and develop an effective winning proposal.