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The Federal Aviation Administration is helping foster collaboration and engagement between participating industry organizations and government agencies by hosting matchmaking sessions on Wednesday, July 8.
Date And Time
Wednesday, July 08, 2026
10:00am - 1:00pm ET
10:00am - 1:00pm ET
Location
William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace 753 people viewed this event.
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Date And Time
Monday, October 12, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center 7533 people viewed this event.
Mastering the OTA Pitch: Communicating Innovation to Federal Decision Makers
As the expert in your field, you hold the keys to strategic innovation. Join ATI and govmates as we explore the art of crafting winning technical and business narratives that resonate with program managers and evaluators.
Key Takeaways of this discussion include:
- Understanding your audience: technical vs. mission priorities
- Using plain language to convey complex capabilities
- Presenting differentiators that make evaluators take notice
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9nziLY43QzOllrP3VG-NKg
Date And Time
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM UTC
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM UTC
Location
Virtual 7535 people viewed this event.
The OTA Advantage: Turning Flexibility Into Competitive Edge
OTAs stand proudly by their characteristics of speed and flexibility. Join govmates and ATI as we talk about how to leverage the unique benefits of OTAs—speed, flexibility, and innovation—to outmaneuver traditional contractors.
Key Takeaways of this discussion will include:
- Mapping your solutions to rapid prototyping needs
- Understanding and using OTA contracting flexibilities
- Strategies to quickly pivot and adapt to changing requirements
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CJ6DWLHVSXqwwO2e2vltxw
Date And Time
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM UTC
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM UTC
Location
Virtual 2983 people viewed this event.
Attending the NASA LIFT event in Houston, TX? Join us for matchmaking. You must be registered for the event to participate in matchmaking. Registration link coming soon!
Date And Time
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM UTC
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM UTC
Location
Registration End Date
2026-08-15 6382 people viewed this event.
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
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM UTC
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM UTC
Location
Tysons, VA 6387 people viewed this event.
govmates 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
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Date And Time
Wednesday, December 02, 2026
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM UTC
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM 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.
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
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Join us for matchmaking at the Global SOF Foundation’s Special Air Warfare Symposium on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
To be eligible to participate in matchmaking, please first register for the event at https://saws.gsofsymposium.org/
Ticket Information
Date And Time
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
Location
Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach - 1299 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
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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
Date And Time
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Northern, VA
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ATI 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
Date And Time
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Virtual
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MOSA 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
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
8:00am - 1:00pm ET
8:00am - 1:00pm ET
Location
LMI: 7940 Jones Branch Drive, Mclean, VA 22102
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Join 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
Ticket Information
Date And Time
Thursday, October 17, 2024
2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
Location
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford: 416 S Main St Rockford, IL 61101
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Attending AUSA? Then join us for matchmaking!
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Date And Time
Monday, October 14, 2024
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Room 145B - Washington, DC
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ATI 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
Date And Time
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Virtual
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govmates 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
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
9:30am - 4:00pm UTC
9:30am - 4:00pm UTC
Location
Northern, VARegistration End Date
2024-09-18
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Join 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
Ticket Information
Date And Time
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
10:00am - 3:00pm CT
10:00am - 3:00pm CT
Location
Virtual
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Date And Time
Thursday, August 15, 2024
2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
2:00pm - 4:00pm CT
Location
Registrations have closed
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Date And Time
Wednesday, August 07, 2024
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Join 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
Date And Time
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
- UTC
- UTC
Location
7940 Jones Branch Drive, Tysons, VA
Registrations have closed
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Join 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.
Ticket Information
Date And Time
Thursday, July 18, 2024
9:30am - 12:30pm CT
9:30am - 12:30pm CT
Location
MMAC Headquarters Bldg. and Conference Center - 6500 S MacArthur Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73169
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govmates 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
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
5:30pm - 7:30pm ET
5:30pm - 7:30pm ET
Location
1800 Tysons Boulevard, Amenity Center, McLean, Virginia 22102
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ATI Education | Breaking into GovCon from a DCAA Perspective
Join Defense Contract Audit Agency as we break down the impact of the 2019 GAO “Contract Financing” report and the subsequent Office of the Under Secretary of the Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Defense Pricing and Contracting finance study, which cited government compliant accounting systems, Cost Accounting Standards, and FAR Cost Principles as barriers to entry for small businesses looking to enter the Defense Industrial Base. During this presentation, DCAA will look at the types of contract awards and the requirements for each, as well as the common misconceptions of FAR, CAS, and TINA.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dv8iHk6lRIuNSfSJZq7ALg
Date And Time
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Virtual#NotYourMothersMatchmaking
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