SMALLBUSINESSEVENT_FREEVETSBUSINESS_CONTRACTINGSEMINAR_TAMPAFL_12APR2011

The Free Veterans Business and Contracting Seminar is a no-cost event designed to support veterans, active duty military members, National Guard and Reservists, transitioning personnel, as well as their spouses and business associates. Held on April 12, 2011, from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at the Hillsborough County Small Business Information Center in Tampa, Florida, the seminar aims to provide essential information on SBA financing options available to veterans, methods to find and respond to federal government contracts, and details on veterans benefits. Additionally, the seminar covers valuable SBA federal government contracting certification programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business, and VA Verification, helping attendees better position their businesses for government contracting opportunities. The event is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), South Florida District Office, and co-sponsored by the Hillsborough County Small Business Information Center (SBIC). The primary contact for this seminar is Robert B. Chavarria, the SBA Senior Area Manager and Veterans Affairs Officer, reachable via phone or email for further inquiries. Registration is required and can be completed by phone or online through the SBIC website. The seminar is open not only to veterans and military personnel but also to any interested parties seeking to learn more about government contracting and business resources for veterans in the Tampa area.