Are you trying to connect with the federal agencies and prime contractors that could be your customers?
Meet with ~30 federal agencies and prime contractors, all on one day, all in one place.
Connect with new federal customers, re-engage with existing customers and network with 200 other small businesses and resource partners.
The NH Matchmaker offers an effective and efficient, in-person opportunity to connect with government contracting representatives.
Leading up to the Matchmaker, online workshops cover topics relevant to small business suppliers.
Cosponsored by SBA NH District Office, APEX Accelerator, and NH SBDC. Thank you to Lead Supporter BAE Systems.
2024 NH Small Business Matchmaker
Tuesday, December 10
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Edward Cross Training Center
96 Sheep Davis Road
Pembroke, NH
Small Business Registration
Registration (through December 8): $100; Veterans $75
Final Registration (December 9-10): $125; Veterans $100
register now!
Federal & state agencies and large prime contractors: Register here.
The NH Small Business Matchmaker brings small businesses together with prime contractors and federal and state agencies. Its design allows small businesses to meet with exhibitors that are looking for small businesses with appropriate services or products to fulfill their government contracts. Attendees can also connect with Small Business Resources at the event.
The NH Matchmaker allows small businesses ample opportunity to meet with exhibitors. We strive for a relaxed atmosphere so meetings occur on a first come basis. It is not structured with scheduled appointments. Keeping meetings meaningful but brief (up to 10 minutes) allows everyone to get their turn.
The event provides great networking opportunities so come prepared with plenty of business cards and get ready to make connections and build relationships with exhibitors and other small businesses.
2024 Exhibitors
(confirmed 11/14/2024)
Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Hanscom AFB
Army Corp of Engineers, New England Division
The Aulson Company, Inc.
BAE Systems, Electronic Systems Sector
Bureau of Prisons - Berlin Federal Corrections Institution
Carrigg Commercial Builders
Charter Contracting Company
Cianbro Corporation
ElbitAmerica
General Services Administration
IPTA
KMK Construction, Inc.
Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
New Hampshire National Guard
Triumph Engine Control Systems
USDA Forest Service Fleet
Veterans Health Administration / Network Contracting Office 1
Whiting-Turner Contracting Co.
Online Workshops
Prior to the Matchmaker, we offer free online workshops. Register for one or more, and recommend to members of your team that they register and attend workshops appropriate to their roles - all free, even if the individual is not registered to attend the NH Matchmaker in person.
If you have not attended a Matchmaker before, check out the Pre- and Post-Matchmaker workshop to equip yourself with what you need to know to have a successful day and follow up.
Preparing for the Upcoming Matchmaker - And Following Up Post-Matchmaker
Wednesday, November 6
9:00 am -10:30am
Join us for an overview of how to prepare and what to expect at the upcoming Small Business Matchmaker Event in Pembroke, NH. Hear from subject matter experts from the NH Apex Accelerator on how to put your best foot forward and get the most out of the event. We will also be discussing Post Matchmaker Follow Up activity that will ensure that you get the most impact from your efforts. Representatives from the NH SBA will also be participating to share some tips and tricks. If you are new to matchmakers or just need a refresh, you don’t want to miss this event.
The Ins and Outs of Bonding and Financing Your Government Contract
Join us for an overview of the SBA’s Surety Bonding and Contract Line of Credit Programs. These programs are essential to growing your business in the government contracting arena. Hear from SBA representatives about how they work with participating lenders to help finance the direct labor and material costs for upcoming contracts. Learn the importance of starting the process earlier rather than later; what to do if you need to improve your credit score, your business finances and more.
The Ins and Outs of Bonding Your Government Contract
Wednesday, November 13
9:00 am -10:00 am
Presented by Lauren Leskanic, of Surety Bond Professionals, Inc. of Natick, MA an SBA Participating Surety Bonding Agent
The Ins and Outs of Financing Your Government ContractWednesday, November 13 RESCHEDULED to Thursday, December 5
10:15 am - 11:15am
Presented by Jerry A. Bazata, Vice President Business Banking Relationship Manager for Eastern Bank, Newington, NH an SBA Participating Lender.
Capability Statements & DSBS Profiles
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Your Capabilities Statement is the most important piece of marketing literature for selling to government agencies and prime contractors. You have one chance to get it right!
This workshop will review how to prepare a competent and engaging capabilities statement and will conclude with one-on-one interactive review of your statement.
In-person session on Cybersecurity for Government Contracting at the NH Matchmaker to come
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