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

The National Federal Procurement Event scheduled for December 6-8, 2004, is a significant conference designed to provide service-disabled veteran, veteran, and small business owners with valuable federal procurement opportunities. 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 event aims to open doors for America's heroes by facilitating access to federal contracts. Attendees will benefit from a variety of workshops presented by experts in critical areas such as finance, federal security clearance processes, subcontracting, certification procedures, and how to become a GSA Federal Supply Schedule holder. The event also offers unique opportunities to hear from successful service-disabled veteran-owned businesses currently engaged in government contracting and to participate in personalized matchmaking sessions with government agencies and prime contractors. Held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, the three-day event aligns with Pearl Harbor Day to emphasize its national significance. The agenda includes an opening day dedicated to registration, matchmaking, and a welcome reception, followed by two days of trade fairs, workshops, and networking sessions aimed at fostering connections among business owners and government representatives. The $95 registration fee covers access to all conference events, including meals and a networking luau, making it a comprehensive platform for small business owners to expand their federal contracting opportunities and industry networks. For additional information and registration, participants are encouraged to visit the official website or contact the designated business specialist intern, Jessica I Monge.