Opportunities

Small Business Outreach Event, Coastal Carolina Community College

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.

4th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon

Fayetteville State University is hosting its 4th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon with guest speakers including:

• MG (Ret.) Al Aycock, President, AUSA Fort Bragg & NC Chapter
• Dr. June L. Roberts, MD, MBA, Interim Deputy Chief of Staff for the Fayetteville VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care System
• LTG (Ret.)

AES Export Compliance Seminar

If your company is seeking to expand into Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or commercial defense opportunities overseas, you should strongly consider participating in the US Commercial Service AES Export Compliance Seminar.

This intensive two-day virtual program gives you the practical knowledge and real-world tools to strengthen your export operations.

US Commercial Service Export Week

In celebration of World Trade Month, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a number of export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month! The sessions, led by both private and public sector experts, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities.

US Forest Service Industry Day

Hosted by the SBTDC, US Forest Service Forest Service, and Partner Apex Accelerators

The US Forest Industry Day is back, this time with sessions across North Carolina focused on connecting contractors with USDA Forest Service contracting opportunities, including civil construction and service-based work related to Hurricane Helene recovery.

US Forest Service Industry Day

Hosted by the SBTDC, US Forest Service Forest Service, and Partner Apex Accelerators

The US Forest Industry Day is back, this time with sessions across North Carolina focused on connecting contractors with USDA Forest Service contracting opportunities, including civil construction and service-based work related to Hurricane Helene recovery.

Industry Day: KIMBROUGH AMBULATORY CARE CENTER, FORT MEADE, MD.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District Industry Day Notification for Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center Fort Meade, MD

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District invites industry representatives to an Industry Day for the construction of the new Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Cumberland Industrial Luncheon

CMMC Level 1 Implementation Workshop: Hands-On Guidance Through All 15 Controls

Most defense contractors know they need to deal with CMMC. What they don’t know is exactly how to do it, or where to start. The requirements are clear enough on paper: 15 security practices, a self-assessment, an executive affirmation filed in SPRS.

SciTechCONNECT Regional Pop-Up event in Greensboro

DoW SciTechCONNECT North Carolina Regional Pop-Up Information Session

Summary

Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for an information session in advance of the DoW SciTechCONNECT North Carolina Regional Pop-Up (April 29, 2026, Greensboro). The Regional Pop-Up is designed to break down barriers to entry and educate, motivate, and inspire new potential performers from small businesses, industry, and academia to engage with the Department of War and grow the national security innovation ecosystem.

Summit Keynote SpeakerDr. Larry D. McCallister, Ph.D, PE, PMP, SESDirector of ProgramsUS Army Corps of Engineers, South Atlantic Division

Dr. Larry McCallister was appointed to the Senior Executive Service (SES) in September 2013 and serves as the as the South Atlantic Division Programs Director where he oversees work in the Southeast United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. He is responsible for the US Corps of Engineers (USACE) civil works mission consisting of planning, engineering and construction for navigation, flood control, stream bank and shore protection, hurricane and storm damage reduction, emergency preparedness response and recovery, hydropower, water supply, recreation, environmental protection and recovery, permitting, real estate and interagency and international support. 

Summit Keynote RemarksMr. Christopher D. Parker,Deputy Chief Procurement Executive (DPED) of the Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction (OALC)and the Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) 

Parker is the Deputy Chief Procurement Executive (DPED) of the Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction (OALC) and the Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). He is responsible for managing and overseeing 17,000 acquisition and support personnel across VA’s portfolio of acquisition, logistics, and construction activities, which deliver care at 1,255 facilities for more than 9 million veterans.

Summit KeynoteMr. Denver Heath, Director of ContractingUS Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters

Mr. Denver S. Heath was selected as the Director of Contracting for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in February 2024.  In this role, Mr. Heath serves as the principal staff advisor, facilitator, and reviewer for the Commanding General, USACE and staff. 

Summit Lunch RemarksBrigadier General Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr. Commanding General, Marine Corps Installations East

Brigadier General Rizzo was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts.  He graduated from Western New England College in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice. 

Brigadier General Rizzo’s operational assignments include: Platoon Commander, 81MM Mortar Platoon Commander, and Executive Officer, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines; Weapons Company Commander, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines; Company Commander, 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Force Service Support Group (Operation IRAQI FREEDOM); Battle Major/Senior Watch Officer, CJTF-76 (Operation ENDURING FREEDOM); Commanding Officer, Combat Logistics Battalion-6 (Operation ENDURING FREEDOM); and CJ4, CJTF-HOA.

Exhibitor Spaces for Summit are Nearly Sold Out

Interest in exhibiting this year at Summit has been exceptionally strong, and only a limited number of exhibit spaces remain. ​If your organization is interested in securing a booth, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your products, services, and capabilities to a wide audience of industry leaders, federal and DoD representatives, and business professionals from across the region. 

Virtual Industry Day Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan

This is an announcement for an upcoming virtual industry day only. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Jacksonville District (Corps) will hold a virtual Industry Day for the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) Indian River Lagoon South (IRL-S) C-44 Reservoir and Stormwater Treatment Area (C-44 RSTA) Seepage Management Feature – Relief Wells Contract A, Martin County, Florida on Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

Department of War Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program Small Business Impacts Roundtable

The next Office of Advocacy Small Business Roundtable will be held virtually on March 12, 2026, at 1 PM ET on the Microsoft Teams platform.

In 2024, the U.S. Department of War published the final rules for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program (CMMC).

Lessons Learned on Burn & Blast Wound Care from the Ukrainian Front Lines

Lessons Learned on Burn and Blast Wound Care from the Ukrainian Front Lines
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
Virtual (Google Meet – Will be Recorded)

Carroll International is honored to host Dr. Mykola I. Kushnirchuk, PhD, Department of General Surgery at Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University and Vice-Academician of the Academy of Technological Sciences.

State Energy Conference

Powering Connections. Driving Innovation.
The State Energy Conference of North Carolina brings together energy professionals, policy makers, innovators, and businesses to explore the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the energy sector. This premier event delivers actionable insights that support North Carolina’s regional energy economy and foster national impact.

Business Insurance 101 Webinar

Hosted by the NC Department of Insurance – Consumer Services Division

The Consumer Services Division of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is offering a free Business Insurance 101 webinar to help business owners understand how to protect their operations from financial risks and ensure they have the right insurance coverage in place.

Business Insurance 101 Webinar

Hosted by the NC Department of Insurance – Consumer Services Division

The Consumer Services Division of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is offering a free Business Insurance 101 webinar to help business owners understand how to protect their operations from financial risks and ensure they have the right insurance coverage in place.

DLA Energy Worldwide

Mission accomplishment requires close collaboration and strong relationships with critical stakeholders. The 2026 DLA Energy Worldwide Energy event highlights the importance of partnerships across the entire spectrum of the energy supply chain and provides a forum for energy industry leaders to engage in dialogue about issues critical to both industry and consumers.

NC Advanced Mobility Symposium at RTI International

The NC Advanced Mobility Symposium convenes leaders from industry, government, defense, research, and emerging technology organizations to focus on real-world deployment of advanced mobility, autonomy, UAS, AAM, and dual-use technologies. The 2026 program emphasizes on connecting policy, funding, and operational pathways at a pivotal moment for the ecosystem.

Supplier Matchmaking Expo at Charlotte Motor Speedway

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Association of Manufacturers are excited to announce the 2026 Supplier Matchmaking Expo that will be held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on March 11, 2026, from 10 am – 2 pm EDT.

The Supplier Matchmaking Expo is your chance to meet domestic corporate partners from companies of all sizes that are looking for suppliers.

Government Purchase Card Program at SJAFB

Representatives from the 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base will deliver an in‑depth briefing on the Government Purchase Card (GPC) program and its role in supporting the Air Force’s day‑to‑day operational needs. This session will explain how the GPC program streamlines small purchases, improves efficiency, and ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations.

Small Business Outreach Event at Wayne Community College

Join the NCMBC for an engaging Small Business Outreach Event at Wayne Community College. This session brings together regional experts, federal partners, and local resource organizations that will share valuable opportunities and insights supporting business growth, government contracting, workforce development and small business assistance.

SAME Cape Fear Post’s 14th Annual Golf Tournament

The Society of American Military Engineers Cape Fear Post, in conjunction with the 2026 Southeast Region Federal Construction, Infrastructure and Environmental Summit proudly presents the 14th Annual Golf Tournament.

Event Details. 4 Person Scramble Event. Includes range balls, tournament participation, golf cart, lunch, goody bag and awards.

Industry Day hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District Office

Join the US Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District, February 19, 2026 for an Industry Day for the construction of an Area Maintenance Support Activity (AMSA) / Vehicle Maintenance Shop (VMS) located in New Castle, Pennsylvania.

When. February 19, 2026 at 8:30 EST

Where.

Small Business Boot Camp (SBBC) 6

Purpose
SOFWERX, in coordination with the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP), will provide a forum for Small Businesses with technologies that support National Security Interests and/or the USSOCOM technology interest areas to learn more about doing business with USSOCOM.