NCMBC

Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week
2026-05-18 08:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00 (America/New_York)
SOF Week brings the international Special Operations community together for one focused week of collaboration, learning, and capability development. Jointly supported by U.S. Special Operations Command and the Global SOF Foundation, the event serves as the central gathering point for SOF Operators, government leaders, and industry partners working to advance the mission.

At its core, SOF Week is about connection and alignment. It provides a trusted environment where operational requirements, emerging technologies, and strategic priorities come together in one place. Through briefings, demonstrations, exhibits, and networking, the event accelerates conversations that directly impact capability development and mission success.
The purpose of SOF Week is simple: strengthen the global SOF enterprise. By fostering collaboration across commands, agencies, allies, and industry, the event helps ensure the right capabilities reach the right operators at the right time.
Key audiences include:

Special operations operators and commanders
U.S. and international government and acquisition leaders
Defense and security industry partners
Research, academic, and non-profit organizations
Allied and partner-nation representatives

When. May 18-22, 2026
Where. Tampa, FL
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Small Business Outreach Event, Coastal Carolina Community College
2026-05-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Coastal Carolina Community College, James Melton Vocational Skills Bldg, Jacksonville, NC
When. 19 May 2026, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where. Coastal Carolina Community College, Melton Skills Center, 444 Western Blvd. Jacksonville, NC 28546
Purpose of the Outreach Event.

Inform and educate businesses on the North Carolina-based support organizations available to assist businesses in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.
Inform businesses on how to do business with the various contracting organizations aboard Camp Lejeune.
Provide businesses general information on upcoming opportunities.

Premise of the Outreach Event.

Many businesses do not know where to start in becoming eligible and competitive for Department of Defense contracts.
For existing businesses, there are many new regulations and requirements regarding Department of Defense contracting.
Many businesses are not aware of opportunities aboard Camp Lejeune.

Goals of the Outreach Event.

Businesses leave with a greater understanding of the support organizations available to assist them.
Increase the base of eligible and competitive businesses proposing on Department of Defense contracts.

Who should participate in the Outreach Event: Businesses interested in doing business with the Department of Defense, businesses currently doing business with the Department of Defense. Please note registration is limited to 100 people due to capacity limitations.
Cost: Free to all registrants and presenters. However, you must register to attend.
Parking Permit
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Mr. Chris Rabassi, chris.rabassi@usmc.mil
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
WALK-IN REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.
