Collaborate
Engage & Network
govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our Fifth Annual Fiscal Year End Fiesta networking event with fellow members and teaming partners. We’ll bring the drinks and food – you bring the business cards and get ready to mingle! We’ll also be joined by representatives from large defense primes and integrators, so maybe you’ll leave with a new customer or two.
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Womble Bond Dickinson Office, 8350 Broad Street #Ste 1500 Tysons, VA 22102
Cost: $25
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/govmates-fiscal-year-end-fiesta-5th-annual-tickets-1991055652053
Date And Time
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location
Tysons, VASave the Date.
Date And Time
Monday, October 12, 2026
10:00am - 12:00pm ET
10:00am - 12:00pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - Room 147Agovmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our fourth annual Holiday Bash, an evening of networking with fellow members and teaming partners. We’ll bring the drinks and food – you bring the business cards and get ready to mingle! We’ll also be joined by representatives from large defense primes and integrators, so maybe you’ll leave with a new customer or two.
Date: Wednesday, December 2nd
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Tysons, VA
Cost: $25
Register Here:
Date And Time
Wednesday, December 02, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location
Matchmaking Events
govmates provides both virtual and in-person matchmaking sessions that are focused on results.
Our matchmaking platform enables government agencies and large primes to connect 1×1 with non-traditional defense contractors in support of small business outreach, market research, sources sought and supplier diversity initiatives. We’ve incorporated elements of human-centered design to build a platform that meets your outreach needs in both a virtual and physical environment.
What govmates can do for your matchmaking event
Custom Conference Matchmaking Website
Project Management of Matchmaking Process
Detailed Profiles of Small Business Participants
Marketing and Social Media Promotion of Conference
Formulaic and Methodical Matchmaking Using Relevance Scoring
Scheduling Tool to Efficiently Calendar Meetings
Valley of Death Combat
Securing the supply chain is an issue of national security. We understand the requirements and challenges faced by non-traditionals. Our resources enable small businesses to work with the government in a safe, compliant manner.
While OTAs don’t have the oversight of the FAR, we want you to grow and scale your company so that you can compete in a FAR-based world. We have access to former DCAA auditors, CPAs, CFOs, Price to Win SMEs, Contracts SMEs, and even HR and Recruiting services. We also have ISO, FedRamp and CMMI support. We have resources that can help you obtain and maintain compliance with the rules and regulations of the industry.
Intellectual Property (IP) rights are critical for innovative technologists. OTA's allow for enhanced IP protection, and we have built a bench of legal experts prepared to support our membership.
We understand that capital is the lifeblood of a business. Our deep knowledge of the financial markets coupled with an unparalleled rolodex of capital providers means our members can always count on access to a multitude of capital sources – from venture capital to off-balance sheet structures to acquisition financing.
As innovators that are building cutting-edge technologies, we appreciate the value our membership can bring to the federal and commercial sectors. We work with the best advisors in the industry who have represented both buy- and sell-side engagements in the Mergers & Acquisitions world.
We understand the needs of growing small businesses. From pursuing new work (proposal support, recruiting), to contract mobilization (human capital, benefits) to resource planning (risk management, SCIF space, and more), we have resources that small businesses need to thrive.
Past Events
Registrations have closed
Are you an ATI consortia member? Join us for in-person matchmaking during Sea Air Space at National Harbor, MD. Email ati@govmates.com for the registration link.
Date And Time
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Gaylord Convention Center (MD) - National Harbor Rooms 4 & 5
Registrations have closed
Join govmates’ Meg O’Hara as she moderates the #govcon innovation event in San Antonio, TX. Register here: https://maximize.aximfsg.com/
Date And Time
Monday, April 03, 2023
12:00pm - 1:00pm
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location
San Antonio, TX
Registrations have closed
govmates will be joined by BOOST LLC to provide training and education throughout the EDGE Conference in Dallas, Texas. Topics of discussion include an Advanced GovCon Workshop on Prime and Subcontracting Benefits, Expanding Your Reach to identify and connect with your ideal audience, and Preparing for Growth after your next contract win, as well as a separate discussion about Success in GovCon, What You Need and How to Get There.
Date And Time
Thursday, March 23, 2023
1:00pm - 8:00pm
1:00pm - 8:00pm
Location
Dallas, TX
Registrations have closed
Join ATI and govmates for an Exclusive ATI Member Training and Education on the topic of R&D Tax Credits right in time for tax season.
Date And Time
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
1:00pm - 2:00pm
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join us for matchmaking at the Global SOF Foundation Special Air Warfare Symposium — February 28 – March 2, 2023.
To be eligible to participate in matchmaking at this event, please register for the Symposium at https://saws.gsofsymposium.org/
Date And Time
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
Location
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Registrations have closed
Join Wolf Den, Deep Water Point, and govmates for an evening of Wine Tasting & Greek bites along with some GovCon talk and networking. Thanks to our sponsors JP Morgan Chase and Holland & Knight!
Date And Time
Thursday, February 23, 2023
5:00pm - 8:00pm
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location
McLean, VA
Registrations have closed
Invite-only matchmaking sessions with Amentum.
Date And Time
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
12:00pm - 2:00pm ET
12:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join ATI and govmates for a Training and Education event on the topic of OTAs and success stories from Tom Marlow of Dark Wolf.
Date And Time
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
11:00am - 12:00pm ET
11:00am - 12:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join ATI and govmates for an Exclusive ATI Member Training and Education on the topic of private capital and funding for dual-use technologies.
Date And Time
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
1:00pm - 2:00pm
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join ATI and govmates for an Exclusive ATI Member Training and Education on the topic of SBIRs and STTRs.
This training will cover:
-Recent changes to the SBIR/STTR programs as per the most current congressional vdecision
-How to best incorporate SBIR/STTR opportunities into your capture plan
-Experience discussions from an industry and former government lens
Date And Time
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join govmates and ATI for an informative hour on the benefits of OTs, the Consortium Model, and to hear from a special guest on their specific experience with the consortium model and how it helped them to find success.
For registration information, please contact ati@govmates.com
Date And Time
Thursday, October 27, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
For ATI Consortia Members only! Join us for in-person matchmaking on Monday, October 10 in Washington, DC (during AUSA Week).
Register here: https://govmates.com/event/ati-consortia-matchmaking-ausa-week/
Date And Time
Monday, October 10, 2022
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Marriott Marquis - Liberty Salons MNOP (Convention Center) Washington, DC
Registrations have closed
Ready to do business with NASA? This event will bring together federal contractors, universities, and agency experts to discuss opportunities for the region to work with NASA.
NASA is coordinating with Congressman Cartwright’s office, the Keystone Space Collaborative, and the Northeast Pennsylvania PTAC to promote the event and encourage regional companies to participate. Keystone and NEPA will host a complementary event at the same venue, allowing for additional networking opportunities.
Register for the event: Eventbrite
Date And Time
Friday, September 23, 2022
2:15pm - 4:00pm ET
2:15pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
The DeNaples Center - University of Scranton 900 Mulberry St., Scranton, PA 18510
Registrations have closed
Are you an ATI Consortia Member? Join us for a discussion on safeguarding and protecting your Intellectual Property. This discussion will include:
– The importance of developing comprehensive IP strategies.
– Common IP issues for startups receiving federal R&D funding.
– Examples and considerations for protecting and sharing data with teammates.
– An active Q&A session to answer your burning questions.
Want to attend? Email ati@govmates.com and we’ll share the registration link.
Date And Time
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Are you an ATI Consortia Member? Join us for a discussion on best practices for subcontracting on federal projects (flow down clauses, key terms, pass through claims, liquidating agreements, etc.),
Want to attend? Email ati@govmates.com and we’ll share the registration link.
Date And Time
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual#NotYourMothersMatchmaking
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