MAC2025: Midwest Aerospace Conference
Matchmaking Registration
Matchmaking registration has now closed 21st Oct 2025
Matchmaking Sessions
The Rockford Area Aerospace Network (RAAN), the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce, and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) are helping foster collaboration and engagement between participating suppliers, OEMs, and government agencies on at this year’s Midwest Aerospace Conference, MAC2025 on October 23!
Matchmaking is a complimentary benefit for most attendees, but the conference itself is a ticketed event. In order to be eligible to participate, first register here: https://business.rockfordchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/R1FdxMyHRC0CX
LARGE BUSINESSES, DEFENSE PRIMES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES: Please email matchmaker@govmates.com to learn more and register.
SMALL AND NON-TRADITIONAL BUSINESSES, SUPPLIERS: 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 Tuesday, October 21. Please note: matches will be facilitated based upon company information you provide in your matchmaking profile and the needs of participating primes and government buyers, so you MUST fill out a profile in order to receive meetings. All matchmaking sessions will take place in-person at the Embassy Suites Rockford – 416 S Main St, Rockford, IL 61101.
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.
Questions? Not sure where you fit? Email matchmaker@govmates.com
Matchmaking Sponsors
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2:00pm - 4:00pm CT |
1:1 matchmaking sessions |
Meeting Preparation
- Research – Conduct research on the prime/agency 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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