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

From December 6 to 8, 2004, a national federal procurement event will be held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, designed to provide valuable opportunities for service-disabled veteran, veteran, and small business owners seeking engagement with federal government contracts. Sponsored by several prominent federal agencies—including the General Services Administration, Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs—the event aims to open doors for America's heroes by facilitating direct access to federal procurement opportunities. Attendees will benefit from workshops offering expert training in essential areas like finance, security clearances for government contracts, subcontracting, certification processes, and how to become a GSA Federal Supply Schedule holder. The three-day event is structured to maximize networking and business development, starting with registration, matchmaking sessions, and a welcome reception on the first day. The subsequent days include a trade fair, educational workshops, and additional networking sessions, including a networking luau, all designed to help participants connect with government agencies, prime contractors, and fellow small business owners. Registration for this comprehensive program is $95, covering access to all conference events, meals, and receptions. For further details and online registration, prospective attendees can contact the designated business specialist intern or visit the event website.