# Event Details - **Event Name**: Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Part of the Pathways to Procurement series. Panel on winning government contracts, plus networking with pros and business owners.About this EventJoin us for an engaging panel discussion designed to connect businesses within the construction and government ecosystem.We're bringing together procurement professionals, prime contractors, and successful government contractors — including featured panelist Jacqueline Gamblin, Founder and CEO of JYG Innovations — to share firsthand insight on what it takes to move from registered and certified to actually winning contracts. Panelists will cover how government contracting fits into a growth strategy, what buyers and prime contractors look for when evaluating small businesses, and concrete steps to take in the next 30-90 days.Following the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to network with panelists and fellow business owners, build relationships, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting with light food and refreshments.Event HighlightsNetworkingLight food and drinksPanel Discussion: Expert guidance on upcoming city projects and opportunitiesWhether you're actively pursuing government contracts or just starting to explore the opportunity, this event offers practical connections and a clearer path forward. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/be9b3760-b9f7-11f1-afc5-c961eba0d97b-rimg-w1200-h222-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg About the Panelists---Jacqueline Gamblin is the Founder and CEO of JYG Innovations (JYG), a Woman-Owned Small Business providing professional consulting services, which started in 2009. She has over 30 years of executive-level technical expertise working in the IT industry. JYG specializes in Information Technology Solutions, Cybersecurity, Research Analysis and Medical/Clinical consulting services for both government and commercial clients. JYG is a national firm recognized as a Better Business Bureau Eclipse Integrity Award winner and selected for multiple years as one of Dayton's Best Places to Work.In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Gamblin is actively engaged in her community. She serves on the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Board of Directors, as chair of the Board of Trustees at Central State University and on the boards of the French Oil Mill Machinery Company and the Education & Public Improvement (EPI) Foundation for the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce.Her contributions have been recognized by the Dayton Business Journal Who's Who in Aerospace, YWCA Women of Influence Award, Dayton Business Journal "Power 50" Most Influential Woman Honoree, and as a recipient of Ohio's 10th Congressional District Community Service Award. Ms. Gamblin holds a BS from Wright State University and a MS from Central Michigan University. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bec41c20-b9f7-11f1-afc5-c961eba0d97b-rimg-w1200-h222-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg About the ECDI Contractor Resource Center (CRC)The ECDI Contractor Resource Center helps small and startup construction contractors grow with confidence. Through business training, one-on-one support, and access to low-interest, low-barrier loans, CRC helps contractors cover upfront project costs, strengthen their operations, and prepare for larger opportunities. Whether you’re working to get loan-ready, build your brand, or secure new contracts, CRC provides the tools, guidance, and connections to help you take your business to the next level.Learn more at https://www.ecdi.org/construction.About the ECDI Women's Business Centers of Ohio (WBC)The WBCs guide individuals at any stage of the business process. Through one-on-one counseling sessions with WBC staff and volunteers, you can get the direction and resources to meet your goals. Business advisers want to help you successfully start a business, or grow and expand your existing business -- increasing revenue and creating jobs for the local economy.The WBCs present training workshops regularly to provide access to small business knowledge at no charge. They are the only SBA-funded Women's Business Centers in the state.Funded (in part) through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/building-opportunities-government-contracting-networking-event/100002001204596820 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Business, Workshops, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: ECDI - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: ECDI - **lat**: 39.9829215 - **long**: -82.9597268 - **full address**: ECDI, 1655 Old Leonard Avenue, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/649ccc59447f357930e2c5cf765822cec70766ee2b2c3374fd26fb8359b4b7b7-rimg-w1200-h600-dc083848-gmir.jpg?v=1790460963 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event being held? - **A:** Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event takes place on Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at ECDI, 1655 Old Leonard Avenue, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event? - **A:** Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event is organized by Economic & Community Development Institute. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Building Opportunities: Government Contracting Networking Event is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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