Humanizing Government Contracting Summit
Learn the steps to advance or get started in federal, state, and local government contracting! A one-day, high-impact summit that blends policy, playbooks, and real relationships so you can win and scale in FY26 without losing the human touch.
March 26, 2026 • ATL, Georgia
150+
Attendees
20+
Panels & Fireside Chats
10+
Speakers
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Rooftop Mixer After
Speakers & Panelists Include: Senior federal executives, leaders from major primes, GovCon trainers, membership org executives, and founders with recent wins.
Join the Movement!
10+
Speakers
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Rooftop Mixer After
What the Summit is...
~Step-by-step guidance on how to find, pursue, and win government contracts; and how to deliver successfully once you do.~
~Plain-English explanations of the rules, requirements, and new ways the government buys products and services.~
~You’ll hear from individuals that started small and figured out how to win government work.~
~Meet the people and organizations that can help you get started or grow in government contracting.~
This is for You...
You do not need to be an expert.
You do not even need to own a business yet.
If you have a skill, product, or service - there is a government buyer somewhere that needs it.
Federal. State. Local. Municipal.
The government buys everything.
This summit helps you understand how to sell to it.
Take a peek at the full summit prospectus below... (sponsor options start on page 12)
Full Summit Agenda (VIP Ticket Holders will attend a private mixer the day before the summit)
9:00 GovCon Over Coffee: Readiness Before the Win
With Shanika Palm, Founder and CSO, Suitable Solutions
9:30 Welcome Address: "Humanizing Government Contracting in the Age of AI & Automation"
With Oscar Frazier, Founder and CEO, nDemand Consulting Services, Inc. & GovConSummits.com
9:45 Opening Keynote: The State of Small Business in 2026-How to Get Ahead
With Demetrius D. Kittrell, President, NCMA-Atlanta Chapter
10:15 Policy Changes and Industry Impact
With Shomari Wade, Attorney, Greenberg Traurig
10:45 Capacity, Capital & Collaboration-How Small, Medium and Large Firms Work Together
With Melvin Coleman, President, Atlanta Black Chamber
11:15 Panel: Cyber Security, AI Hype, Vibe Coding-Staying Ahead of the Buzzwords
Moderator Alexa Tsui with Ron Jones, CEO, G2X, & Dondre Lawson, Founder and Owner, Emerald Technical Solutions
11:45 Building your GTM (Go-To-Market) Strategy Engine for longevity
With Alexa Tsui, CEO, FORUM
11:45 Government Contracting Basics - Getting Started in 2026 (Upstairs in the Emerging Small Businesses Room)
With Bryn Johnson, Founder, Cadre Consulting Group
12:15 Networking Lunch
Lunch will be provided by our lunch sponsor.
12:45 Small Business Strategies to Get the Attention of Large Suppliers, and State & Local Agencies
With Paula K. Watts, CEO & Founder of Government Procurement Innovators (GPI)
12:45 Finding Your Lane in GovCon (Upstairs in the Emerging Small Businesses Room)
With Lauren Wingate, Vice President, Strategic Development and Partnerships, TJ Fact
1:15 Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Strategies to Scale in GovCon
With Stephen Figueroa, Principal, INTRA LLC
1:45 PANEL: Putting the Human Back Into Government Contracting
Moderator Alexa Tsui with Lester Ingol, COO, Blue Line Global and Akinwande Oshodi, President, The Avery Group
1:45 Building Relationship Capital (Upstairs in the Emerging Small Businesses Room)
With Brittney Chappell, Procurement Executive and Kameke Mitchell, CSO, MetroStar
2:15 Decoding How The Government Buys From Vendors
With Shenê Commodore, CEO & Founder of Commodore Consulting
2:45 Title Sponsor Closing Remarks
The Title Sponsor will provide closing remarks in preparation for the rooftop networking mixer.
3:15 Closing Remarks
With Alexa Tsui and Oscar Frazier
6:00 Rooftop Networking Mixer (Location Disclosed to Summit Ticket Holders)
Rooftop mixer at one of Buckhead's exclusive locations!
Summit
Teaser Vid
Introducing VIP Exclusive Access!
Our VIP Experience includes:
• Private mixer with speakers the evening before the summit
• Direct access and meaningful face time with industry leaders
• Dedicated front-row seating for premium engagement
This is designed for deeper conversation, stronger connections, and elevated access.
Availability is intentionally limited to ensure every VIP attendee receives real interaction and personalized engagement.
Summit Details: Location Name: MODEx Studio | Located in: Cortland at Buckhead Village | Address: 3005 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305
Hotel Recommendations in Buckhead (Atlanta): Grand Hyatt, Westin, InterContinental, JW Marriott, The Whitley, Embassy Suites, or Hilton Garden Inn
Secure your ticket(s) or sponsor level below.
Virtual and In-Person Tickets Available Below. Virtual: $39 | Early-Bird: $69 | General Admission: $89 | VIP: $199 | Several Sponsorship Options Available Also!
Questions? Contact Us:
[email protected] | 678.699.2785
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