ON THE AGENDA

This professional development event will help your business with:

READINESS ➡ SUSTAINABILITY➡ INNOVATION ➡ NETWORKING

This session will run on Thursday, November 17th from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with an evening reception to follow.

PROCUREMENT

NCAIED's Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) provides technical assistance to small business owners like you to help you sell your services to federal, state, and local governments. Learn how to market your business and sell your products and services to big customers that matter. Learn more about our center.

EXPORTING

More than 95% of the world's consumers are outside the United States. NCAIED's MBDA Export Center will help you gain the competitive advantages available through exporting so you can grow your sales, diversify your business income streams, create jobs, and earn more. Learn more about our center.

LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON

Join us for a complimentary lunch (upon request) and hear from leaders in our community about how they bridge business and culture.

FEDERAL UPDATES

Federal rules, regulations, and updates can be critical to the success of your minority-owned business. Learn the latest from John Shoraka at GovContractPros to make sure you are up to date on how to maximize how you work with the federal government.

ACCESS TO CAPITAL

Capital is vitally important to your business success, whether you are just starting out, looking for opportunities to scale and expand, or have an idea to innovate. Learn why, how, and when to access capital to support your business. Minimize risk while promoting growth.