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Event to be held at efactory Aug. 27.
Local businesses interested in breaking into or expanding within the world of government contracting are invited to attend Springfield Business GovCon 2025, a full-day event taking place on Aug. 27 at Missouri State University’s efactory, located at 405 N. Jefferson Avenue.
GovCon 2025 is a collaborative event hosted by the U.S. Navy, Missouri APEX Accelerator, Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University, and the U.S. Small Business Administration. This no-cost event brings together industry leaders, government officials and business professionals for a full day of networking and insight-sharing.
Designed to foster meaningful connections, GovCon 2025 provides a unique opportunity for government agencies, prime contractors, and major firms to connect with small businesses and explore potential partnerships for future contracting opportunities.
Key topics and presentations will include:
- How to Become Contract Ready
- Procurement Guidance from the Professionals
- SBIR / STTR Innovation Opportunities
- Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Compliance
- Doing Business with the Navy & Marine Corp
GovCon 2025 will take place from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, featuring expert speakers, breakout sessions and valuable networking opportunities. While registration is free and includes lunch, space is limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register online at https://bit.ly/SpringfieldGovCon2025.
For registration questions, please contact Jen Spilker at spilkerj@umkc.edu.