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GovConNet
Upcoming Events | News | FAQ | Resources (new page) | All Events (new page) Welcome to the MCCC Government Contracting Network (GovConNet), your Federal procurement resource for education, connections and information. Our mission is "to promote and market Maryland as a destination for government contracting initiatives and to promote education, collaboration, and representation, thereby fostering economic development and benefiting and supporting the overall business community". GovConNet events cover every facet of Federal contracting, from how to organize your back office operations to positioning your company for greater growth. GovConNet will help you grow your business. Network with top program officials and heads of Federal agencies, get the inside scoop on new growth opportunities and changes that will affect your company, and become a more effective business owner or manager at our ongoing series of events. Get connected today! We encourage you to join the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce if you are not already a member. GovConNet events are open to all interested Federal contractors Click here to meet the GCN Committee: Your coaches for Federal contracting success!
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Latest News House bills encourage GSA Multiple Award Program use – 5/18/09 Learn How the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will Affect Our Community and the State of Maryland Chris Van Hollen has provided the Chamber with information on how the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will affect our community and the State of Maryland. To view this document please click here. NIST Seeks White Papers on Critical National Needs (March 2009) The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is interested in detailed pitches for critical national and societal needs that could be the basis for new competitions for research funding under its Technology Innovation Program (TIP).
http://www.nist.gov/public_affairs/techbeat/tbx2008_1219_tip_white.htm
Prime Opportunities with Lockheed Martin - June 9, 2009 See what participants had to say about the Prime Opportunities with Lockheed Martin Information Session: "Thank you very much for organizing/coordinating this event. It proved very valuable to me and I look forward to participating in similar events in the future. −Matt Shaffer, Lead Business Development Operations, EMSolutions, Inc. “Thank you for the invitation. The session was very good and I met some great people from Lockheed and elsewhere that will make for some great partnerships. Please keep me on your list for other events!” − Christopher Baker, Federal Account Manager,Mythics Inc.
2009 Congressional Procurement Conference & Expo - May 13, 2009 (Clockwise from the left: U.S. Congressman Chris Van Hollen; Steve Silverman, Director, Montgomery County Department of Economic Development; David Dise, Director, Montgomery County Department of General Services; Dr. James Whang, MCCC Board of Directors Chair and Co-founder and Former Chairman, AEPLOG; Dr. Stewart Edelstein, Vice Chair, MCCC Education and Workforce Preparation Committee and Vice Chancellor, USM Universities at Shady Grove; MCCC President, Gigi Godwin) The May 13th Congressional Procurement Conference was an extraordinary day of commerce and networking for close to 600 attendees. Honorary Chair Congressman Chris Van Hollen opened the ceremony and marked the event as one that strengthens our economy by truly bringing together government procurement opportunities with local businesses. Keynote speakers Jan R. Frye (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs), Casey Coleman and David A. Drabkin (U.S. General Services Administration) gave unique insights into their strategic mission. 30 workshops led by Federal, State, local agencies and the private sector were packed with information and participants; some classrooms were standing room only! When the Expo hall opened at 12:30 with 74 exhibits, everyone enjoyed hours of robust networking. In the coming days, we will be adding workshop presentations and photos from the conference to this page for you to download. Thank you to all participants, exhibitors and presenters for your part in making the 2009 Congressional Procurement Conference and Expo a great success. See what participants had to say about the 2009 Procurement Conference & Expo: “It was a terrific event! I met some great people. I was impressed by the quantity and quality of the speakers that participated in your fair. I look forward to next year’s event!” −Ellen Christian, Business Development Manager, Kane Government Services “I just wanted to tell you what a great event this was. It seemed flawless. The information I received has given me a new understanding of the processes and resources available.” −Kimberly Lagos, VIKA, Inc. “I really enjoyed giving my part at the conference and would be happy to participate in events like that again.” −Barry Kane, President, Catapult Technology LTD (Presenter) “It was an excellent, well organized program. I also attended your program at FDA last Fall and I look forward to other quality programs in the future.” −Dale M. Posthumus, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Enterprise Solutions Realized, Inc. “Thank you for the opportunity to present at your conference. I thought it was very valuable to meet with a variety of businesses. I would be happy to present again next year.” −Lee Cohen, MA, Associate Director, Office of Acquisitions and Grants Services, Food and Drug Administration (Presenter) “This conference was one of the best I’ve been to in many respects: networking, relevant speakers and seminars, the expo provided excellent interaction with potential customers and partners, and the food and drink offerings to keep us energized. I’ve already had two follow on meetings since Wednesday and we just finished filling out the (Chamber) Membership application.” −Julie Baker, Director, Business Development, DB Consulting Group, Inc. “I just wanted to thank you for your outstanding Procurement Conference efforts yesterday. A job Well, Well Done!” −Thurman Gray, VP. Business Development, Ascella Technologies, Inc. “Yesterday was fantastic! What a show you put on. I met so many interesting people and got the ear of several in government on immigration issues!” −Denise C. Hammond, Esq., Hammond Immigration Law, P.C. “I just wanted to say “Congratulations” on hosting one of the most informative and well organized conferences that I’ve ever attended! The Conference had it all, from top notched speakers to the highest profile and most active agencies - and yet the conference still managed to keep a relaxed and “approachable” atmosphere that allowed folks to genuinely further their business goals. I’ve heard the same from a number of attendees and our clients alike.” −Michael Bowlds, President, Mountaintop Marketing Group, LLC “I found the meetings and discussions very appropriate and relevant.” −Daniel Goldsmith, Argosy University “I felt that the procurement conference was well organized and the speakers were very informative. It was also a great networking venue.” −Nathan Cogdell, VP Business Development, NIS Solutions
Click here to view photos from GovConNet program New Administration = New Opportunities.Click for a full report from Dec. 11 Expansion at Fort Detrick and National Cancer Insititute Means Opportunities For Business
View market intellegence and presentations from GovConNet Sponsors and partners in our Resource Section. "Montgomery chamber moves to stop slide in federal contracts" - Business Gazette (8/8/08) Read the GovConNet Press Release Upcoming Events
September 2009 - Coming Soon!
Click here to view a full list of GovConNet events. Frequently Asked Questions Q. What is GovConNet? Q. What topics does GovConNet address?
Q. Do I have to be a member of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce to participate in GovConNet events? Still have questions? Contact Barbara Ashe at 301-738-0015 ext. 215.
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