Matchmaking Sessions
The Federal Aviation Administration’s Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center is helping foster collaboration and engagement between participating industry organizations and government agencies by hosting matchmaking sessions on Thursday, July 18.
SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESSES: To be eligible to participate in matchmaking sessions, please register for matchmaking via the registration button on this page. Once you have created a matchmaking profile, you will be notified of your matchmaking session schedule no later than Monday, July 15. Please note: matchmaking sessions are not guaranteed – matches will be facilitated based upon company information you provide in your matchmaking profile and the needs of participating primes and government buyers. All matchmaking sessions will take place in-person at MMAC HQ Conference Center – Rooms 148A + B.
LARGE BUSINESSES, DEFENSE PRIMES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES: Please email hannah@govmates.com to learn more and find out if you’re eligible to participate.
Already a govmates member? No problem – simply click the “REGISTER HERE” button above to log in to your profile and register for this matchmaking event.
Register for FAA MMAC 2024 Small & Disadvantaged Business Matchmaking Event
Time | Agenda |
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7:30-8:00am CT |
Welcome Remarks from MMAC |
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8:00-9:15am CT |
Program and Requirements Briefings |
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9:30am-12:30pm CT |
1:1 Matchmaking Sessions |
Meeting Preperation
- Research – Conduct research on the specific office prior to the meeting. Identify past, present and future contract opportunities to discuss and explain how you can add value.
- Update your Capability Statement – Bring a current capability statement and preferably customize it to show how you can help achieve the mission of the prime/agency.
- Differentiate Yourself – In conversation, differentiate yourself from your competitors. Lead with your skills/expertise rather than your socio-economic status.
- Ask Questions – Understand how you can help them solve their problems.
- Identify Next Steps – Establish next steps and a plan for following up after the meeting.
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