Our 2025 Annual Procurement Summit isn’t just an event—it’s the builder’s blueprint for success. Whether you’re thinking about entrepreneurship, just starting out or scaling to the next level. No matter what stage you are at in your entrepreneurial journey, this summit is built for you! Every session, speaker, panel, and workshop is intentionally designed to deliver actionable strategies to apply—so you leave with more than inspiration… you leave with a blueprint!
Builder’s Mentality – Entrepreneurship as a Communal Mission. We believe in collaboration, leveraging resources, skill sets, and collective knowledge to build a thriving ecosystem for Veteran and Milspouse entrepreneurs in NC.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN...
Matchmaking Power Sessions – One-on-one meetings with procurement officers & supplier diversity leaders from companies like Cisco, Wells Fargo, and more. Gain insights to navigate contracts and position your business for long-term success.
Contracting Blueprint – Real-time guidance from industry experts on government contracts, emerging opportunities, and building a sustainable pipeline.
Expand Your Framework – Connect with industry leaders, brainstorm with peers, partner with prime contractors, and exchange insights with fellow business owners to grow your reach and impact.
Foundation Forward – Pitch Competition – Take center stage and showcase your business for a chance to win funding toward your venture and cement your position as an industry leader.
Industry Pulse Check – Stay ahead of the curve with sessions covering AI, certifications, grant writing, and innovative business strategies to amplify your success in today’s competitive landscape.
Actionable Strategies – Walk away with tangible tools: capability statements, RFP responses, teaming agreements, procurement navigation, contracting processes… and more.
Vendor Engagement & Showcase – Discover products and services that enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and add value. Support fellow veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses while building your network.
Professional Headshots – Refresh your personal brand with complimentary, high-quality portraits.
We’ve Got Your 6, North Carolina — let’s build legacies, together!
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