Matchmaking Sessions
Join us for Matchmaking at the NHOA Small Business Summit 2024 on Wednesday, April 24.
In order to be eligible to participate in matchmaking sessions, please register for matchmaking via the red button on this page. Once you have created a matchmaking profile, you will be notified of your matchmaking sessions no later than Friday, April 19, 2024.
Matchmaking will take place in 15-minute increments at the Ala Moana Honolulu.
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 representatives.
Already a govmates member? No problem – please log in to your profile via this page to register your attendance at the matchmaking event.
Questions? Email us at matchmaker@govmates.com
Register for NHOA Small Business Summit Matchmaking
Matchmaking Sponsors
Time | Agenda |
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1:30pm - 4:30pm |
Matchmaking Sessions 1×1 matchmaking meetings in 15-minute increments |
Meeting Preparation
Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, April 17 @ 3pm ET on how to prepare for matchmaking. All participants will receive an email with the webinar link.
- 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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