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Attending AUSA? Register for industry matchmaking here: https://govmates.com/event/matchmaking-ausa-2025/
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2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
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Room 209B in Walter E. Washington Convention CenterInterested in matchmaking? You must first register for the Midwest Aerospace Conference:
https://business.rockfordchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/R1FdxMyHRC0CX
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Date And Time
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
Location
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford: 416 S Main St Rockford, IL 61101govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our third 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 3rd
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Cushman & Wakefield, Amenity Space 1800 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA 22102
Cost: $25
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Cushman & Wakefield Amenity Space: 1800 Tyson's Blvd, Mclean, VASAVE THE DATE to join govmates and Womble Bond Dickinson in Huntsville, AL on February 24th.
Date: 2.24.2026
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Tickets: $25.00
Attendees: Government Contractors only
(Service providers – if you’d like to attend we may have sponsorship opportunities available. Please contact matchmaker@govmates.com for more information)
Link to Register: Coming Soon
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5:00pm - 7:00pm UTC
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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.
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Formulaic and Methodical Matchmaking Using Relevance Scoring

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Past Events
govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for 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 4th
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: 1800 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA 22102
Cost: $25
Purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1020574976227?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Northern, VAATI Education: Cybersecurity
Join govmates for a webinar on Cybersecurity: Government contractors must comply with strict cybersecurity regulations to protect sensitive information. Topics to cover include compliance requirements, cyber threat intelligence, and cybersecurity risk management.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eIZrratxS_yxsbekjoqMJg
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VirtualMOSA was codified into law in 2019 via Title 10 U.S.C. 4401(b) with the intent of providing more supply chain visibility, building the Defense Industrial Base, fostering more competitive solutions at both the program and component level and opening the door to further collaboration between industry and government. Learn how to navigate MOSA to build your business and win more work.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mosa-institute-govmates-tickets-1020539570327
AGENDA
Session 1: Perspective from Government: Featuring a fireside chat with Christina Brantley, Associate Director of Acquisition, OSD (A&S), discussing initiatives and procurements that involve MOSA. Moderator: Paul Dudley – ATI
Session 2: OUSD R&E Modular Open Systems Working Group (MOSWG) Presents the MOSA roadmap, Speaker: Nadine Geier – Director, Systems Engineering, OUSD (R&E)
Session 3: How to be involved in the MOSA Requirements Definition Process: Hear from government SMEs on contracting options leveraged for MOSA, and how to help shape requirements, engage with stakeholders and provide critical feedback to government for MOSA initiatives. Moderator: Rosemary Kramer – LMI Speakers: Dr. Rob Raygan – DAU, Dave Walsh – Parry Labs, Paul Celani – Booz Allen Hamilton, DASA (DES) – Steve Drake
Session 4: Legal MOSA Considerations for Industry: Let’s talk legal implications of how MOSA differs from historical procurements, what IP can be shared (or needs to be protected), where to pushback and how to ensure your organizations safeguards its own critical technology. Moderator: Katie Bilek – govmates Speakers: Cy Alba – PilieroMazza, Noah Tevis – Bell, Joe Zobro – C3.AI
Session 5: MOSA Success Stories: Hear from fellow industry members who have successfully executed on MOSA initiatives. Moderator: John Stough – Exocubic, Invited Speakers: Kenneth Senechal – OUSD, Tyler Smith – Galois, Mark Spencer – Avilution, Brendan Kelley – NGC
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Date And Time
8:00am - 1:00pm ET
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LMI: 7940 Jones Branch Drive, Mclean, VA 22102Join us for matchmaking at MAC2024: Midwest Aerospace Conference in Rockford, IL.
In order to be eligible to participate, first register here: https://business.rockfordchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/EqFw7VbCgC6C9
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Date And Time
2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford: 416 S Main St Rockford, IL 61101Attending AUSA? Then join us for matchmaking!
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Date And Time
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
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Walter E. Washington Convention Center Room 145B - Washington, DCATI Education: AI from a Legal Perspective
Join govmates and Scale LLP for an informative session on AI and your IP! Have questions? Get them in early by emailing meg@govmates.com.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XzX_DSyVStSOVXhsAofChQ
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Virtualgovmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our third 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 18th
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Womble Bond Dickinson, 8350 Broad St Ste 1500, Tysons, VA 22102
Cost: $25
Purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/govmates-fiscal-year-end-fiesta-3rd-annual-tickets-951695696447
Date And Time
9:30am - 4:00pm UTC
Location
Northern, VARegistration End Date
2024-09-18Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with key stakeholders, discover new business opportunities, and expand your network within the federal government sector.
This event is designed to facilitate one-on-one meetings between suppliers, manufacturers, and procurement officers from the Department of Defense, other governmental agencies, and prime contractor OEMs, aiming to enhance collaboration and integration across the defense supply chain.
We are also hosting a free webinar series on government contracting to help you prepare for your potential matchmaking session! Whether you are new to government contracting or have been a contractor for years, this series has something for everyone!
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the U.S. Department of Defense prioritized the modernization of factories to increase the global competitiveness of American manufacturing. “Buy American” legislation refers to a set of laws, policies, and regulations that encourage or require federal government agencies and entities receiving federal funding to purchase American-made products and materials. The goal is to promote domestic manufacturing, support local jobs, and strengthen the national economy.
This event provides an opportunity for manufacturers (sellers) in the Midwest to meet with government primes/OEMS (prospective buyers).
Who Should Attend
The ideal attendees are:
- Representatives from small and mid-sized manufacturers who currently sell into the defense industrial base but would like to explore additional sales opportunities
- Representatives from small and mid-sized manufacturers who would like to expand their sales channels into the defense industrial base
- Manufacturers who want to be matched with small and mid-sized manufacturers for support with supply chain needs
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Date And Time
10:00am - 3:00pm CT
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2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
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2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
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VirtualJoin govmates for a half-day education session discussion on AI | The Wild West.
This session will include panel discussions and networking with attendees.
July 23
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
$50
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-the-wild-west-govmates-institute-tickets-910589817657
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7940 Jones Branch Drive, Tysons, VAJoin us for matchmaking at the FAA’s MMAC 2024 Small & Disadvantaged Business Industry Day on Thursday, July 18, 2024 in Oklahoma City, OK.
To be eligible to participate in matchmaking, please register first with the FAA here.
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Date And Time
9:30am - 12:30pm CT
Location
MMAC Headquarters Bldg. and Conference Center - 6500 S MacArthur Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73169govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our third annual Prime Another Day 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, June 12th
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location:1800 Tysons Boulevard, Amenity Center, McLean, Virginia 22102
Cost: $25
Purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prime-another-day-annual-networking-reception-tickets-790189015617
Date And Time
5:30pm - 7:30pm ET
Location
1800 Tysons Boulevard, Amenity Center, McLean, Virginia 22102ATI Education | Breaking into GovCon from a DCAA Perspective
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dv8iHk6lRIuNSfSJZq7ALg
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VirtualAttending SOF Week? Then join us for in-person matchmaking on Wednesday, May 8!
Register here: https://govmates.com/event/sof-week-24/
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Date And Time
10:00am - 12:00pm ET
Location
Westin Tampa Waterside (725 S Harbour Island Blvd, Coral Reef Room)#NotYourMothersMatchmaking
