U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill, the Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Centers and the Missouri Small Business & Technology Development Centers would like to announce the 2015 Procurement Conference Missouri Centers Featured Keynote Speaker Vice Admiral William Hunter Hilarides Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command Thursday, May 28, 2015 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. University of Central Missouri University Union Building Parking available in Lot M-33 Warrensburg MO 64093 This publication has been developed by the Missouri SBTDC in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Dear Friends: We are proud to announce the annual small business Federal Procurement Conference at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri. This is the 26th year for this event and I am honored to be cosponsoring the event for the fourth time. Small businesses are the engine of the American economy and are key to creating new jobs. That’s why we have assembled a distinguished list of representatives from both industry and government to connect with Missouri small businesses. This year’s conference is specifically designed to provide resources, information and advice to potential contractors about government purchasing practices. It is our hope that we can build on this proud tradition and continue to enhance economic development opportunities for Missouri’s small businesses. The 2015 Federal Procurement Conference is sure to be a great conference. We hope you will join us. Senator Claire McCaskill SENATOR CLAIRE MCCASKILL Claire McCaskill is a fourth generation Missourian who’s lived her entire life in the Show-Me State. In November 2006, Claire became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Missouri, winning the seat once held by Harry Truman. Since joining the Senate, she’s been an independent voice for Missouri, working with members of both parties to strengthen accountability, boost job opportunities and cut wasteful spending. The Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, which serves as a Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), is funded in part through a cooperative agreement from the Department of Defense (DOD) through a program administered by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The content of any written materials or verbal communications of the PTAC does not necessarily reflect the official views of or imply endorsement by DOD or DLA. The Small Business & Technology Development Centers are funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. The University of Central Missouri SBTDC is a University of Missouri Extension partner. KEYNOTE SPEAKER VICE ADMIRAL WILLIAM HUNTER HILARIDES Vice Admiral Hilarides became the 43rd Commander of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) on June 7, 2013. As NAVSEA Commander, he oversees a global workforce of more than 56,000 military and civilian personnel responsible for the development, delivery and maintenance of the Navy’s ships, submarines and systems. Since becoming an Acquisition Professional in 2002, he has served as Director, Advanced Submarine Research and Development, Program Manager of the SSGN Program and Program Executive Officer for Submarines, where he was responsible for all new construction submarine programs, along with the acquisition and life cycle maintenance of submarine weapons, countermeasures, sonar, combat control and imaging systems. He holds a master’s degree in engineering management from the Catholic University of America, completed the Air Force Command and Staff College, the MIT Seminar XXI Program in International Security Affairs, and numerous acquisition schools. HARRY P. HALLOCK DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY, ARMY On 14 July 2013, Mr. Harry Hallock, a member of the Senior Executive Service, was appointed as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Procurement) (DASA (P)). The DASA (P) manages the Army’s procurement mission including development and dissemination of policies, processes and contracting business systems. He directs the evaluation, measurement and continuous improvement actions for 270+ Army contracting offices worldwide executing contracts for major weapons systems, base logistics support, construction and wartime operational contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan. He ensures the execution of Federal, Defense, and Army regulations for acquisition, procurement, and related business practices. As designated by the Deputy Secretary of Defense and delegated to the Secretary of the Army, provides staff supervision and support to the Multi-National Forces through the CENTCOM to support Joint Force Combat Operations, humanitarian relief, reconstruction, and security of Iraq and Afghanistan. First name: __________________________________ Last name: __________________________________ Contractors ATK Small Caliber Systems; API, Inc.; Certified Energy Labs; Commercial Concepts; Fort Wood Hotels; General Dynamics Electric Boat; Great Southern Bank; Heartfelt LLC; HEMCO; Henderson Engineers; Invention House; Kenton Brothers Systems for Security; Lockheed Martin; Missouri Career Center; MTP Drivetrain Services; Mustardseed Cultural Environmental; Pipe Fitters Assoc; PSRI Technologies; Schultz Surveying & Engineering; The ARK Enterprises; The Boeing Co; The Flynt Group; The NNSA’s Kansas City Plant/Honeywell; The Wilson Group; and Western Extralite Co. __________________________________ Panel discussion: Selling to the Government? Just How Big is the Market and What Can Your Business Handle? Learn a few tricks of the trade to better assess your potential government market. In addition, learn how to determine if your business is financially ready to move into this market. Regardless of whether you are already selling to the government, or if you want to expand your current share, knowledge is power. Business name: 10:30 Government General Services Administration; Johnson County Sheltered Workshop; Missouri Department of Economic Development; Missouri Department of Transportation; US Army Corps of Engineers; US EPA; US Small Business Administration; USDA/ FSA Kansas City Commodity Office; VHA Network Contracting Office and Whiteman Air Force Base Address: __________________________________ 9:30 Exhibits open The following exhibitors exhibited at previous year’s conference. For this 2015 conference, 157 government buying offices and 895 contractors have been invited. __________________________________ 9:30 Government procurement Harry P. Hallock Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Procurement) You may register for the procurement conference by: •mailing this form (or) •going online to www.ucmo.edu/sbtdc Make check payable to SBTDC. Mail to: SBTDC University of Central Missouri Dockery Suite 102 Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone: 660-543-4402 FAX: 660-543-8159 Email: sbtdc@ucmo.edu 9:15 Successful government contractor Janet Wilson, CFO, The Wilson Group , Inc. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact SBTDC at 660-543-4402. 9:00Comments Senator Claire McCaskill City/State/ZIP: 8:55 Introduction of Senator Claire McCaskill Dr. Charles Ambrose, President, UCM 1:30 Panel discussion: I Won’t Do That Again. Best Practices from Businesses in the Know. Learn from those who have been there, done that. After assessing your market, take some time to hear how others have approached theirs. Hearing directly from business owners who have overcome challenges to find success in this market will help equip you to know what to expect and plan ahead. 2:45 Panel discussion: Government Contracts Seem Overwhelming? What About Subcontracts? Is There a Difference? Selling to the government directly may not be the best option for your company at this time. What about subcontracting? Take a moment to learn what prime contractors are looking for in a good subcontractor. Are you ready? (___) ______________________________ 8:45Welcome 509th Bomb Wing, Whiteman AFB, MO 12:45Exhibits open Telephone: 8:30 Posting of colors Color Guard, Whiteman Air Force Base National Anthem, 2nd Lt Elisabeth Mellado Whiteman Air Force Base General welcome and introductions 8:40Welcome Dr. Charles Ambrose, President, UCM ___________________________________ 8:25 Exhibits close E-mail: 7:30 Contractor and government exhibits open 11:30Keynote speaker Vice Admiral William Hunter Hilarides Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command 12:00Lunch buffet Union Food Court - Lower Level Do you have any special dietary or accessibility needs? ________________________ 7:30 Registration Coffee and doughnuts 11:25Exhibits close Please return this panel with payment of $60 no later than May 22, 2015. Agenda
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