Small Business Event - Veterans International Small Business Opportunties Conference

The US Agency for International Development (USAID), in collaboration with several federal agencies including the Department of State, US Trade and Development Agency, Overseas Private Investment Corporation, and Millennium Challenge Corporation, is organizing the Veterans International Small Business Opportunities Conference (VISBOC) scheduled for February 25, 2014, in Arlington, VA. This event targets Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) operating internationally. The Small Business Administration and the General Services Administration will also participate by conducting breakout training sessions. The conference aims to facilitate networking opportunities between veteran-owned businesses, government officials, and large prime contractors through a combination of general sessions, breakout sessions, exhibits, and matchmaking events. A veteran-owned small business is responsible for coordinating the conference and has established a website with comprehensive details and registration information at www.visboc.com. The event is designed to support the growth and international business prospects of veteran-owned small businesses by providing exposure, educational resources, and direct engagement with key federal and private sector stakeholders. The contract related to this initiative falls under NAICS code 541990, and point of contact for further information is David A. Canada, Program Manager at USAID.