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SBA 8(a) Business Development Program – Information Sessions

July 20, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:15 pm

SBA Office of Government Contracting & Business Development (GCBD) will be in Houston to lead this training opportunity!

Target Audience: 8(a) Applicants & Small Businesses Interested in the 8(a) Business Development Program. Read more about the program and eligibility HERE.

Registration includes ALL of the following session topics:

9:00am-10:00am Is the 8(a) Program Right for You?

Is your business ready to take full advantage of the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program? Join this session for engaging discussions with SBA’s panel of experts and learn about the program, your eligibility and level of readiness.

10:15am-11:15am Walk-Through of SBA’s new and improved 8(a) Application in Certify

Interested in applying for SBA’s 8(a) certification? This training is for small businesses interested in 8(a) certification. The SBA will walk you through the Certify system and the 8(a) application process, and provide helpful resources and tools to better prepare and submit a quality 8(a) application.

11:15am-12:15pmTips on How to Submit a Successful 8(a) Application

Are you interested to find out how to submit a successful 8(a) application? Join this session for engaging discussions with SBA’s panel of experts and learn tips and helpful resources on how to submit a quality and complete 8(a) application. Small businesses will engage in Q&A and learn from the SBA’s experts about common mistakes and issues when it comes to completing and submitting an 8(a) application.

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