5TH ANNUAL NORFOLK/HAMPTON REGIONAL SMALL BUSINESS PROCUREMENT FAIR The 5th Annual Norfolk/Hampton Regional Small Business Procurement Fair, Networking Breakfast, Seminar, and Counseling Expo Thursday, June 24, 1999 On Thursday, June 24, 1999, more than 300 government and 100 corporate personnel are expected to participate in the networking opportunities event at Pier 26 (formally known as The Norfolk Live Officers Club), on-site at the Norfolk Naval Base. This is the largest DoD area in the country and the Norfolk Naval Base is the world's largest Naval Base. Over 16,000 active personnel and over 90 different tenant commands are located here. The following agencies are being invited to support government counseling tables: FISC -- Norfolk, Langley AFB, NASA Langley Research Center, Naval Security Group Activity, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Fort Monroe, and Fort Eustis! In addition, this event will be promoted to all personnel located at CINCLANT Fleet, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Fort Monroe, NASA Langley Research Center, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Damneck -- U.S. Navy, Fort Eustis, Langley AFB, Oceana NASA, and more. Participants will enjoy a hearty buffet-style breakfast, enlightening speakers, and a chance to confer with representatives from local DoD and civilian agencies. The day will begin with a networking breakfast at 8:30 a.m., then from 9:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. presentations made by Ms. Billye Phillips, SADBU, Department of Defense Education Supplies Procurement Office (DESPO) will present "supporting schools for Military Families". Following will be a presentation by Mr. Terry Sadowski, Director of the Small Business Division at Dell Computer Corporation, on how technology allows small businesses to "Level the Playing Field". This is an easy way to network, meet with key government personnel, and increase federal market share. Everyone is encouraged to participate. There is space available for those companies who wish to display their products or services on a six foot table top display to the over 300 personnel from various area government agencies who will attend. All technologies and services are requested. Last year this event was a huge success and sold out early, so don't delay in registering, call today! For a registration form to exhibit or attend call Belinda Hopp at the National Small Business Council, Inc. (301) 596-0770 at extension 216, Jason Semerakis at extension 225, or Karin Bruce at extension 227. Outside the DC area, call (800) 333-6722. Or email hopp@nsbc.org. This event is produced by the National Small Business Council, Inc. We hope to see you there! WEB: NSBC, http://nsbc.org. E-MAIL: Belinda Hopp, hopp@nsbc.org. Posted 04/19/99 (W-SN321642).

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