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4th Annual Fairfax County Vendor Forum
Don't miss this fantastic FREE event! Join us for our 4th Annual Vendor Forum - "Doorway to Opportunities” and meet, greet, and connect with governmental purchasing professionals from Fairfax County and various local governments all in one convenient location. There will be workshops and panel discussions throughout the day covering important topics geared to the small business community.
This unique opportunity is brought to you by the Fairfax County Small Business Commission and Fairfax County Department of Purchases and Supply.
See below for the agenda. All offerings will be offered twice throughout the day for your convenience. The reverse tradeshow session will run concurrently with the panel discussions.
Your registration includes:
• Admittance to the Reverse Trade Show to browse the exhibits and network with public procurement professionals representing Fairfax County and local governments.
• Admittance to the morning AND afternoon workshops and panel discussions.
• Complimentary On-site Parking
Key note Speaker:

Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., President and CEO,
Fairfax County Economic Development Authority
Dr. Gordon has consulted with numerous city and state governments throughout the United States and around the world, as well as the governments of the Republic of Poland, the island of Vieques in Puerto Rico, and the Federated States of Micronesia. He has also served as a consultant to various government agencies, the United States Navy, businesses, non-profit organizations, associations, colleges and universities, and the United Nations. He is the author of 12 books and numerous articles on strategic planning, economic development, leadership styles and other management topics.
Vendor Forum 2012
Doorway to Opportunities
May 24, 2012
8:30 Check-In - Government Center Main Entry
9:00 - 9:10 Opening Remarks and Welcome -Board Auditorium
· John C. Cook, Braddock District Supervisor,
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
9:10 - 9:30 Keynote Address – Board Auditorium
· Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., President and CEO,
Fairfax County Economic Development Authority
9:40 - 10:00 Refreshments and Networking - Reception Area
9:40 - 2:00 Reverse Trade Show
North Atrium – 1st Floor
10:00 – 3:00 Conference Workshops
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Time
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Discussion/Course
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Conference Room
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10:00 – 10:50
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Selling to Fairfax County
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9/10
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Marketing for Small Business
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2/3
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Traditional Lending
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4/5
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11:00 – 11:50
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Alternative Financing Strategies
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9/10
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Financial Planning for Small Business
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2/3
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Social Media Networking for Small Business
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4/5
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Business Continuity Planning for Small Business
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8
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12:00 –1:00
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LUNCH (on your own)
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1:00 – 1:50
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Marketing for the Small Business
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9/10
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Financial Planning for Small Business
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2/3
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Alternative Financing Strategies
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4/5
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Business Continuity Planning for Small Business
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8
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2:00 – 3:00
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Social Media Networking for Small Business
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9/10
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Traditional Lending
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2/3
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Selling to Fairfax County
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4/5
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When & Where
12000 Government Center Parkway
Conference Center
Fairfax,
22035
Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 8:30 AM (EDT)
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Fairfax County Participating Agencies:
Building Design and Construction Services
Cable and Consumer Services
Department of Finance
Emergency Management
Fire & Rescue
Green Purchasing
Health Department
Housing
Human Resources/Benefits
Information Technology
Park Authority
Police Department
Public Private Partnerships
Purchasing and Supply Management
Risk Management
Schools - Facilities & Transportation Services
Schools - Office of Procurement Services
Solid Waste
Vehicle Services
Wastewater
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