99 -- National Federal Procurement Event That You Cannot Afford to Miss

The event scheduled for December 6-8, 2004, is a national federal procurement conference designed to provide valuable opportunities for service-disabled veterans, veterans, and small business owners to engage with federal agencies and contractors. Sponsored by prominent agencies including the General Services Administration, Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs, the conference aims to facilitate access to federal contracts through workshops, one-on-one matchmaking sessions, and networking events. Workshops cover crucial topics such as finance, federal security clearances, subcontracting, certification processes, and how to become a GSA Federal Supply Schedule holder, with presentations from experienced industry partners currently doing business with the government. Taking place at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, the three-day event begins with registration, matchmaking sessions, and a welcome reception, followed by a trade fair, educational workshops, and networking opportunities on subsequent days. Attendees will benefit from an inclusive fee of $95, which covers the opening reception, luncheons, a networking luau, and access to all conference activities. This event offers a unique platform for small business owners and veteran entrepreneurs to build relationships, learn essential skills, and identify potential government contracts in a collaborative and supportive environment. For additional details and registration, participants are directed to the official website or may contact the business specialist intern, Jessica I Monge.