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Providing Education & Resources to Small Businesses

This conference is hosted by 8(A), a non-profit assistance program sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA). The 8(A) program was created to help small and disadvantaged businesses gain equal access to economic growth opportunities.

Their main initiative is this widely attended conference, which is known for matching government agencies with small businesses. Along with being a prime networking event, the conference includes contracting workshops and a variety of educational seminars.

The National 8(a) Small Business Conference is the premier supplier diversity networking event for small businesses.

The Conference offers educational sessions and resources for small businesses, minority businesses, current 8(a) companies, and graduated 8(a) companies as well as supplier diversity matchmaking with federal agencies, large business primes, and commercial companies and multiple networking opportunities to meet federal agencies, buyers, and prospective teaming partners.

WHAT IS 8(A)?
The Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program is a business assistance program for small disadvantaged businesses. The 8(a) Program offers a broad scope of assistance to firms that are owned and controlled at least 51% by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

OUR MISSION
The National 8(a) Association is a non-profit who's mission is to provide education and guidance for all aspiring, current and graduate 8(a) businesses. We are also proud to work with HUBZone, SDVOB, SDB, WOSB, DBE, 8(a) Joint Venture, Federal Agencies, Prime Contractors, Industry Professionals, and Business Vendors.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
Education towards achieving a comprehensive understanding of the unique business of federal contracting
Annual conferences featuring key government officials and representatives
Access to a membership directory used by federal agencies and prime contractors
Educational seminars directed by nationally recognized legal and accounting firms specifically experienced in federal contracting
Workshops instructed by key contracting personnel from various federal agencies
Matchmaking with Primes, Agencies, and Corporate Vendors

SPONSOR
Your sponsorship allows us to connect small businesses with resources and create partnerships around the world.

TAKE THE NEXT STEPS
The National 8(a) Association is excited that you are considering sponsoring our 2020 Small Business Conference! Your sponsorship allows us to connect small businesses with resources and create partnerships around the world, while ensuring a commitment to supplier diversity.

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