Innovation

The Federal Sales Cycle – Government Contracting Foundations

Market Demand: Who Buys What You Sell – Government Contracting Foundations

Capability Statements – Government Contracting Foundations

Procurement Readiness Seminar

Past Performance and Corporate Experience – Government Contracting Foundations

Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

2026 CAPITOL HILL DEFENSE OUTLOOK SUMMIT

Join us on January 20, 2026 for the 2026 Capitol Hill Defense Outlook Summit! This major national defense conference in Washington will feature Members of Congress, Pentagon officials, military base commanders, procurement officials, and prime defense contractors. The Summit offers insights into the historic $1 Trillion 2026 defense budget, which allocates significant funds for Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and Space Force procurement.

US Coast Guard Contracting Summit

The U.S. Coast Guard has welcomed the nearly $25 billion investment included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — marking the largest single commitment of funding in Service history.

DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition

The DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium & Exhibition is hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency’s Land, Maritime and Aviation Class IX supply chains to provide a forum to discuss logistics support strategies and challenges, and to streamline efforts to better support the warfighter.

Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit

JOIN US IN NASHVILLE

The Must Attend Event

The annual Summit is the ONLY opportunity for the ENTIRE Army Aviation Community to gather in one place at one time focused solely on Army Aviation issues. There are opportunities to Network, be Recognized, have your Voice heard and Support our Soldiers and their Families.

Defense and Intelligence Space Conference 2026

AFCEA: Space Industry Days 2025

The Space Industry Days planning team is closely monitoring impacts from the government shutdown. At this moment, we are still planning to host Space Industry Days on Oct 22-23.
However, if the government shutdown is not resolved by Oct 14, we are working with our venue host (LAX Marriott) to move the dates to early 2026.

USACE Charleston District Industry Day & Annual Oyster Roast

Join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District, for an Industry Day  presented in partnership with SAME Charleston Post!

This signature event is your chance to connect directly with the USACE Charleston District and industry leaders. Whether you’re a prime contractor looking to expand your network or a small business eager to break into federal work, you’ll walk away with valuable insights, contacts, and opportunities.

America Makes Fall Technical Review & Exchange (TRX)

Registration for the Fall America Makes Technical Review & Exchange (TRX) is now open! The event will be hosted by EPRI, November 4-6, in Charlotte, NC. Members and non-members are encouraged to attend as America Makes project partners will showcase the progress made in their research and development to advance additive manufacturing.

Exploring the Germany MedTech Market

Organized by GLOBE – Global Life Sciences Opportunities Business Exchange, an Intellectual Exchange Group with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center. GLOBE partners include the U.S. Commercial Service, Small Business & Technology Development Center, and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina.

Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week

Modern Day Marine

Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition open exclusively to Marines, DoD, association partners, and authorized industry representatives. The show floor hosts more than 350 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DoD personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.

Sea-Air & Space

Sea-Air & Space offers unmatched opportunities to connect, learn, and lead in the maritime defense community. Connect with policymakers, senior military leaders, program managers, and industry decision-makers to build partnerships and spark new opportunities. Gain the latest insights into today’s defense landscape and where it’s headed through expert-led panels and sessions.

AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition

The AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition will explore the capabilities outlined in the Army’s Modernization Strategy to drive transformational change. Special guest presentations, coupled with panel discussions from our senior military and industry leaders, will address critical points of research and development, acquisition and contracting, force sustainment, strategic divestiture, and industry partnerships.

Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

Intro to Federal Contracting

Join Fran Perez-Wilhite, with the North Carolina Military Business Center to learn more about federal contracting for small businesses.

To sell your products or services to the federal government, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina.

Procurement Readiness Seminar

Curious about getting government contracts? The Richmond Community College Small Business Center is offering a seminar on Procurement Readiness.  In this 2-hour seminar, you will learn how to create your capability statement and to navigate the procurement process with confidence, right here in your community.

Inside the new “Golden Dome for America (GDA)” Project:

A Post-Event Report of the GDA Industry Day and DoD Contract Opportunities in SHIELD, MAPSS, & Beyond ​​​​​​​​​​

The Department of Defense’s Golden Dome for America Project is opening new doors for innovation, technology development, and professional services — and your organization could be part of it.

Session Summary: Saving Lives in the Drone Battlefield

Drones and unmanned systems have transformed battlefield medicine. During lunch remarks, a Ukrainian medical provider will describe how drones and UGVs are saving lives by delivering medical supplies, conducting rapid casualty evacuation, and enabling telemedicine under fire. Lessons from Ukraine’s experience will inform U.S.

Session Summary: Forging the Future of Military Medicine – From Battlefield Concepts to Dual-Use Deployment

This session brings together defense leaders shaping the future of military medicine, from conceptual design through real-world deployment. Panelists will explore critical gaps and capabilities across battlefield medicine, medical R&D, and dual-use technologies. Discussions will highlight efforts to modernize medical force structures for 2040, deliver care in contested environments, and integrate innovations from DARPA’s biotech frontier to MTF-level operations.

Keynote Remarks from Department of Veterans Affairs, Acquisitions

Christopher D. Parker
Deputy Principal Executive Director (DPED), Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction (OALC)
Deputy Chief Acquisitions Officer
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Biography

In August 2025 Mr. Parker was appointed DPED of OALC and VA’s Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer, where he is responsible for the management and oversight of over 17,000 acquisition and support personnel across VA’s portfolio of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction activities delivering care at 1255 facilities for over 9 million Veterans.

Session Summary: Business Opportunities with DoD and VA: Services and Staffing

Representatives from DoD agencies, major military commands, military treatment facilities (MTFs) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) will describe the requirements and acquisition processes to support their medical centers and clinics worldwide with staffing and other contracted services.  When applicable, the discussion will include agency/command requirements and processes to acquire these services through current prime contractors, which the speakers will identify. 

Innovation Pathways & Partnerships

For those interested in leveraging university research to help solve new product development challenges to create expanded growth opportunities in Eastern North Carolina Fayetteville State University invites you to Innovation Pathways & Partnerships.

When. Friday, October 3 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Where.

SAME Charleston Post US Coast Guard Industry Day

Join the SAME Charleston Post for an exciting Industry Day lunch with United States Coast Guard (USCG) with an evening at Top Golf to top off the night! (Note that prices will raise after August 29 – so register early!)

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