Small Business Conference for Veterans, May 14th, 2009

The Colorado SBDC Network in partnership with the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce presents:

The 4th Annual Small Business Conference for Veterans

Location: Date:
Cheyenne Mountain Resort
3225 Broadmoor Valley Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Thursday, May 14, 2009
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
7:30am – 8:15am Breakfast

8:30am – 9:15am Welcome, Color Guard

9:30am – 10:30am Workshops
Track 1: Back to Basics: How SDVOB/SVOB’s Can Survive Tough Times
Track 2: Building a Foundation: How to Use Your Veteran Status to Obtain Contracts
Track 3: Working with the Government: Benefits of 8A Status for Contracts

10:45am – 11:45am Workshops
Track 1: Back to Basics: Finance Options, Resources & Benefits for Veterans
Track 2: Building a Foundation: Building Contract Negotiation Skills
Track 3: Working with the Government: GSA Schedule

12:00pm – 1:15pm Luncheon: Keynote address: TBA
1:30pm – 2:45pm Workshops
Track 1: Back to Basics: Networking and Coaching Tips
Track 2: Building a Foundation: When you need a Lawyer
Track 3: Working with the Government: Contract Solicitation Process

3:00pm – 3:45pm Summary Session and Next Steps (Panel)

4:00pm – 5:00pm Networking Reception (Cash Bar)

Prices:
Veteran Status: $30
Non-Veteran Status: $40
Vendor Booth: $50

Vendor Tables are available through registration. The dimensions of the booths will be 6' long and 30" wide. There will be power available if needed.