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Business Matchmaking Santa Clara, CA

American Express OPEN is proud to partner with Business Matchmaking to sponsor a Business Matchmaking Regional Event. Participating firms will receive advance education and tools to prepare for face-to-face meetings with buyers from federal, state and local government agencies and major corporations.
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Grow Your Business Through Government Contracting Dallas, TX

The Federal Government awards nearly $100 billion* in contracts annually to small business owners. This day-long event—featuring buyer/selling matchmaking, workshop breakout sessions, expert speakers and networking opportunities—is designed to help get small business owners on the path to securing these contracts and help boost profits. Breakout sessions include: Buyer/Seller Matchmaking, Researching and Forecasting, GSA, Teaming, Certifications. *US Small Business Administration, 2010.
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Grow Your Business Through Government Contracting Los Angeles, CA

The Federal Government awards nearly $100 billion* in contracts annually to small business owners. This day-long event—featuring buyer/selling matchmaking, workshop breakout sessions, expert speakers and networking opportunities—is designed to help get small business owners on the path to securing these contracts and help boost profits. Breakout sessions include: Buyer/Seller Matchmaking, Researching and Forecasting, GSA, Teaming, Certifications. *US Small Business Administration, 2010.
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