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Registration Open — Doing Business with the States of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, Hosted by APEX Accelerators

US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)

Doing Business with the States of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia

Virtual Training Webinar

Hosted by APEX Accelerators

Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

Format: Virtual

REGISTRATION: https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/register/r4dc60f6450db9d6421236c419c68d9d4 


Event Overview

Discover how to successfully do business with government agencies in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. In this dynamic webinar, you’ll hear from three APEX Accelerator counselors—all in one session.

This fast‑paced training will equip you with the key databases, requirements, and actionable steps needed to become a state government contractor.

We’ll break down state procurement processes, simplify complex systems, and show you how to navigate government purchasing—from vendor registration to contract award.

Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to increase opportunities, diversify revenue streams, and position their businesses to win state and local government contracts.

Agenda

11:00 – 11:05 AM

Introduction and Words of Encouragement

By Curtis Brandon, VA OSDBU

11:05 – 11:20 AM

Doing Business with Alabama Government Agencies

By Lindsay Frey, Alabama APEX Accelerator

11:20 – 11:35 AM

Doing Business with Florida Government Agencies

By Chip Wells, Florida APEX Accelerator

11:35 – 11:50 AM

Doing Business with Georgia Government Agencies

By Heather Honerkamp, Georgia Tech APEX Accelerator

11:50 AM – 12:00 PM

Q&A Session

Who Should Attend?

This training is ideal for:

• Small businesses exploring government contracting

• Firms seeking to expand into state and local markets

• Veteran‑Owned and Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned businesses

• Businesses located in or serving Alabama, Florida, or Georgia

• Any company seeking to diversify through government procurement opportunities

For More Information

Direct Access Program Planning Support Team

Email: DirectAccess@va.gov 

Phone: (202) 461‑4694

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Contact Us

Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Eastern)
+1 202-461-4694
DirectAccess@va.gov
Please note: Content on this Web page is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or to be a comprehensive statement or analysis of application statures, regulations, and case law governing this topic. Rather, it's a plain language summary. If you are seeking claims assistance, your local VA regional office, a VA-recognized Veterans Service Organization, or a VA-accredited attorney or agent can help.