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Navy Week – Charlotte, North Carolina

Park in the upper level of the parking deck. Take the ticket with you to pay inside.
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for an insightful session with the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). This event will provide valuable information for small businesses, covering how to do business with the Navy and Marine Corps, preparation for the DON procurement process, available resources, and more.
When. May 6, 2026 from 9:00-1:00
Where. Popp Martin Student Union, Room 340
8845 Craver Road, Charlotte, NC 28223
Representatives from key small business support organizations will also be on hand for you to connect with and learn about beneficial services available to support business owners including:
- CAPT Wade Smith, Commodore, Littoral Combat Ship Squadron Two
- John Daniels, Vice Chancellor for Research, UNC Charlotte
- Aregnaz Mooradian, Deputy District Director, US Small Business Administration
- TJ Gilroy, Regional Program Manager (Pinehurst), North Carolina Military Business Center
- Fran Perez-Wilhite, Regional Program Manager (Charlotte), North Carolina Military Business Center
- Phyllis VanHoy, Director, Small Business Center, Central Piedmont Community College Small Business Center
- Amelia Moore, Outreach & Communications Coordinator, SBIR-STTR, NAVSEA
- Anne Bannister, Senior Small Business Officer, PAE Maritime, NAVSEA





