About this Event
Veteran Business Outreach Event
Connect. Learn. Discover Opportunities. Build Your Business.
Are you interested in doing business with the City of Gainesville? Looking for new connections, procurement opportunities, or resources to help your business grow?
Join the City of Gainesville Equal Opportunity Office and Procurement and Contracts Management Department for the Veteran Business Outreach Event—a dynamic opportunity to connect small businesses with City departments, procurement professionals, and community partners.
This event will highlight and celebrate veteran-owned businesses and their contributions to our community. However, you do not have to be a veteran or own a veteran-owned business to attend. All small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are welcome!
What to Expect
🏛️ City Projects & Resource Mini-Fair
Explore upcoming City projects as participating departments share information about their work and potential business opportunities. Connect with partner agencies that serve veterans and learn about services and resources available to support business success.
🎯 “Doing Business with the City” Workshop
Learn more about how to do business with the City of Gainesville, navigate the procurement process, and prepare your business to pursue potential contracting opportunities.
🤝 Procurement Matchmaking Session
Make valuable connections with City staff and procurement representatives. Learn more about City purchasing needs and begin building relationships that could help position your business for future opportunities.
⭐ Recognizing Veteran-Owned Businesses
Join us in recognizing and celebrating veteran entrepreneurs and the contributions veteran-owned businesses make to our local economy.
Who Should Attend?
This event is for:
- Veteran-owned businesses interested in connecting with the City and exploring procurement opportunities.
- Small business owners seeking to expand their networks and learn about doing business with local government.
- Aspiring entrepreneurs interested in learning more about business opportunities with the City.
- Businesses and organizations interested in connecting with City departments and community resource partners.
You don't have to be a veteran to benefit from this event. If you're a small business owner—or planning to become one—there's a place for you here!
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Multipurpose Center
1028 NE 14th Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
Ready to make valuable connections and explore new possibilities for your business? Register today!
Hosted by the City of Gainesville Equal Opportunity Office in partnership with the Procurement and Contracts Management Department.
Register today and be ready to take the next step for your business.
Event venue & nearby stays
Martin Luther King Jr. Multipurpose Center, 1028 Northeast 14th Street, Gainesville, United States
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