SIOUX FALLS NAVY WEEK - Doing Business with the Navy & Marine Corps Workshop

Event description

Join the South Dakota District Office - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and South Dakota APEX Accelerator for an insightful session with the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) in Sioux Falls, SD. This event will provide valuable information for small businesses, covering DON OSBP achievements and goals, the Mentor-Protégé Program, preparation for the DON procurement process, available resources, and more. 

An Industry Insights Panel featuring successful small business contractors sharing real-world experiences in federal contracting — highlighting challenges, opportunities, and strategies for success.

8:00 - 8:30 AM: Registration
8:30 – 8:40 AM: Welcome Remarks & SBA Overview presented by Mr. Bryson Patterson
8:40 - 8:45 AM: South Dakota APEX Accelerator Overview presented by Ms. Marcella Hurley
8:45 - 9:45 AM: “How to Do Business with the Navy & Marine Corps” presented by DON OSBP Director Ms. Arveice Washington
9:45 - 10:00 AM: Break
10:00 - 10:30 AM: Physna
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Contracting Success Stories Panel*
12:00 - 1:00 PM Networking Session