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Join today to connect with the premier network of thought leaders in the global security community.
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Location:
George Mason Inn and Conference Center
4352 Mason Pond Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Plenary Session Topics:
Upcoming Army Opportunities Brief and Market Forecast
Customer Focus Keynote: U.S. Army CECOM
Small Business Leadership Panel: Secrets to Success
Schedule:
Check-in and continental breakfast begin at 7:00 a.m.
Welcome & administrative remarks at 7:45 a.m.
Matchmaking appointments commence promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Concurrent plenary runs 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Networking Reception 12:00 p.m.
Registration:
Two diferent ways to register!
Please read carefully before choosing the button that is right for you.
Symposium Only Registration $75 member/ $90 non-member
(includes speaker program, morning refreshments and networking reception at lunchtime)
Symposium plus Matchmaking Registration $135 member/ $150 non-member
(includes three 15-minute matchmaking appointments in addition to speaker program, morning refreshments and networking reception at lunchtime)
***Each company is limited to 3 pre-arranged appointments.***
A second attendee may attend the company's appointments at a discount by registering with the symposium only link (blue button above).***
Matchmaking Details:
Who should register for matchmaking?
Companies with strong niche capabilities and the ability to articulate the match between these and solutions for the U.S. DoD and other Federal agencies. All categories of small business should attend. HUBZone, SDVOSB, and Woman-Owned small business are specifically sought. In addition, certifications like CMMI, ITIL and ISO are a plus.
Specific capabilities and past performance in the below areas are particularly sought:
| Information Technology Services | Information Security/ Information Assurance | Wireless Network Support |
| Compliance Testing | IT Mission Critical Services | Help Desk/ Call Center Support |
| Software Development | Systems Engineering | Logistics Support |
| Enterprise Application Solutions | Identity Management (under HSPD-12) |
Warfighter Support Services |
| Network Transformation and Management | Telecommunications (particularly equipment install) |
Configuration Management |
| IA Support for Compliance Validation Testing | Custom Computer Programming Services | Computer Systems Design Services |
| Computer Facilities Management Services | Other Computer Related Services | Cyber |
What to expect:
You will receive an email with instructions for submitting capabilities and preferences for your three matchmaking appointments shortly after you register. Appointments will be assigned and communicated to you via email in advance in order to give you time to prepare properly.
Each company registered for matchmaking will receive three (3) 15 minute appointments to meet with prime representatives. Prime participants are generally Small Business Utilization or Supplier Diversity program representatives. They are not decision makers but can be effective advocates within their organizations for small businesses capable of providing solutions to better serve the Government customer.
Concurrent plenary sessions will be ongoing throughout the morning in order to maximize value for your time between appointments. There will also be ample breaks for networking with other attendees. Remember to bring plenty of business cards.
Registration or Sponsorship Questions?
Contact Dawn Falsinotti or 703-631-6190
Please Note: Deadline for refunds is September 3, 2011. Pre-arranged substitutions are always welcome. Cancellation requests must be received in writing.
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