NOVEMBER 5 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT
This session is built for veterans and military spouses who want to break into government contracting with good actionable intel — no scuttlebutt.
OUR FEATURED SPEAKERS ARE:
- Wendy Bray, Program Specialist with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (VA OSDBU). Wendy will share how to do business with the VA and what it really takes to compete.
- Tron Shephard, Boots to Business Facilitator with the NorCal VBOC, Business Consultant, and former Soldier of the Year. Tron will walk you through SDVOSB, VOSB, and DVBE certifications with straight-talk guidance and tips you can put to use immediately.
Camouflage, cover, and concealment work great in the field — but in small business and contracting, invisibility will cost you. You’ve got to be visible. Join us to learn a proven framework for success with the VA plus insider strategies for standing out, certifying, and securing opportunities.
SESSION TAKEAWAYS:
Doing Business with the VA — Wendy Bray, VA OSDBU
- How to identify and align with VA procurement opportunities
- Best practices for navigating the federal contracting space
- Practical steps to increase your readiness and visibility
Government Contracting Certifications — Tron Shephard, NorCal VBOC
- Eligibility criteria required to qualify for federal small business certifications
- Step-by-step guidance on the registration process for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) – federal, Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) – federal, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) – state of California
