Two days to get contract-ready, find better opportunities, strengthen your proposal strategy, and build relationships with the people who can help move your business forward.
250+ Business Owners
GovCon Experts
Prime Contractors
Government & Procurement Leaders
Reserve your ticket before the next price increase.
This event is designed for entrepreneurs with great products and services for government agencies, who don't have time to master the complexities of government contracting.
The roadmap from registered to ready — certifications, set-asides, and your first win.
Practical AI tools that help small businesses respond faster and deliver at scale.
Meet the agencies and prime contractors who actually award the work.
Operators who've won share the playbooks that got them there.
Join 250+ growth-stage business owners and the partners who serve them — November 9-10, 2026, Raleigh.
Government contracting isn't just about finding an RFP.
You have to know which opportunities fit your business, how to stay compliant, how to compete, who to partner with, and how to submit a proposal buyers will take seriously.
Trying to figure all of that out alone can cost months.
GovPreneurs Summit brings the strategy, technology, expertise, and relationships together in one room.
Know what your business needs to compete in 2027
Find opportunities that actually fit your capabilities
Learn how stronger government proposals are built
Meet primes, procurement professionals, mentors and potential partners
Discover teaming, subcontracting and joint-venture opportunities
Leave with a practical 90-day GovCon action plan
You Need to Know What to Do Next.
Whether you're trying to win your first contract or scale an existing GovCon business, the Summit focuses on four things that move businesses forward:
Know what needs to be in place before you compete.
Learn how to identify federal, state, and local opportunities that fit your business.
Understand how experienced contractors evaluate opportunities and build stronger submissions.
Meet people who can become teaming partners, subcontracting partners, mentors, and business relationships.
Two action-packed days. One room. Every connection that can move your government contracting business forward. Meet the people who can mentor you, award you, partner with you, or become your next client.

Learn how agencies think about requirements, acquisition, and contractor readiness.

Build relationships with companies looking for capable subcontractors and teaming partners.

Get answers on compliance, certifications, proposals and contracting strategy.

Learn how strategic partnerships can open opportunities your company may not pursue alone.

See how AI is changing opportunity discovery, proposal workflows, and GovCon execution.

Hear what's actually working from entrepreneurs who have gone from learning the system to winning business.
250+ PEOPLE. ONE PURPOSE: MOVE BUSINESS FORWARD.
Now Get Around the People, Strategies and Tools Helping Businesses Make That Transition.
Two ways to do GovCon in 2027: figure it out alone, or get in the room with people already doing it and move 10X faster.
Full-day access
Limited Availability
Everything you need for the full conference day
Expert-led keynote sessions
Learn the latest GovCon strategies, trends, and winning tactics for 2027 from industry leaders.
Breakout Q&A rooms
Get your questions answered directly by experienced government contracting experts.
Networking lunch included
Connect with future partners, teammates, subcontractors, and lasting business relationships.
Full course library access
Unlock the complete GovPreneurs course library from your purchase date through the end of the event.
Templates and cheatsheets
Get instant access to our proven templates, checklists, and cheatsheets from your purchase date through the end of the event.
2027 GovCon roadmap
Leave with a roadmap to win your first government contract in 2027.
Gov Compliant CRM access
Get access to GovPreneurs’ GovCompliant CRM platform (purchase date → event end)
VIP dinner
Enjoy a private dinner with speakers, mentors, founders, and industry leaders.
AI Match Finder access
Access our AI-powered RFP Match Finder with 8+ million federal and SLED opportunities from your purchase date through the end of the event.
Curated roundtable seating
Sit with mentors, contracting professionals, government officials, AI experts, and other high-value attendees.
Premium experience
Limited Availability
Full VIP Experience
Expert-led keynote sessions
Learn the latest GovCon strategies, trends, and winning tactics for 2027 from industry leaders.
Breakout Q&A rooms
Get your questions answered directly by experienced government contracting experts.
Networking lunch included
Connect with future partners, teammates, subcontractors, and lasting business relationships.
Full course library access
Unlock the complete GovPreneurs course library from your purchase date through the end of the event.
Templates and cheatsheets
Get instant access to our proven templates, checklists, and cheatsheets from your purchase date through the end of the event.
2027 GovCon roadmap
Leave with a roadmap to win your first government contract in 2027.
Gov Compliant CRM access
Get access to GovPreneurs’ GovCompliant CRM platform (purchase date → event end)
VIP dinner
Enjoy a private dinner with speakers, mentors, founders, and industry leaders.
AI Match Finder access
Access our AI-powered RFP Match Finder with 8+ million federal and SLED opportunities from your purchase date through the end of the event.
Curated roundtable seating
Sit with mentors, contracting professionals, government officials, AI experts, and other high-value attendees.

Check in, grab your badge, and start connecting with fellow attendees.

Kick off the conference with an inspiring address that sets the tone for the event.

Enjoy a delicious meal while building valuable relationships in a relaxed setting.

Dive deep into specialized subjects with interactive, expert-led workshops.

Take a quick breather to recharge and mingle with other professionals.

Participate in focused, hands-on sessions for actionable business takeaways.

Get your most pressing questions answered as we recap the day's key insights.

Wind down with drinks while exploring innovative solutions from our sponsors.

An exclusive evening dining experience designed to foster high-level connections.

Start the day with an engaging presentation and intimate conversation with top industries.

Dive deep into specialized subjects with interactive, expert-led workshops.

Get your most pressing questions answered as we recap the day's key insights.

Enjoy a delicious meal while gaining exclusive insights from our featured guest.

Engage in focused, small-group discussions to tackle challenges and share strategies.

Celebrate our community's achievements and wrap up the event with final takeaways.

Wind down with drinks while exploring innovative solutions from our trusted sponsors.

Government Contracting + AI

Teaming + Joint Ventures | Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Lt. Colonel

Government Contracting + FEMA/Disaster Recovery

Federal Procurement + Contracting

AI + GovCon Technology

Business Strategy + Growth

Senior Executive from a Major Prime

Contracting Specialist

Successful Small Business

Program Manager

Prime Contractor Panel

Government Acquisition Panel

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Secured Micro-Purchase

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Won a Strategic Subcontract

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Landed a Direct Prime Award
Join our speakers and help weave innovation, quality, and success together worldwide.
$100M+ Won by Our Clients in Government Contracts
The GovPreneurs Summit will be held November 9-10 at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, conveniently located in downtown Raleigh.
Registration will remain open until the event sells out. Because space is limited, we strongly encourage attendees to register early to secure their preferred ticket type.
Yes. Lunch will be provided as part of your Summit experience. Additional details about meals, refreshments, and dietary accommodations will be shared with registered attendees before the event.
The recommended attire for the GovPreneurs Summit is business or business casual. This is a professional networking environment, so we encourage you to dress comfortably while being ready to connect with government leaders, prime contractors, business owners, speakers, sponsors, and other industry professionals.
The GovPreneurs Summit offers General Admission (GA) and VIP tickets. GA provides access to the core Summit experience, while VIP is designed for attendees looking for an elevated experience with additional access and benefits. Visit the ticket section above to compare current pricing and everything included with each ticket type.
No, the GovPreneurs Summit is an in-person event.
At this time, one-day passes are not available. Summit tickets are designed to give attendees access to the complete event experience.
VIP ticket holders will have access to session recordings. We'll send access instructions and availability dates after the Summit.
Yes, VIP upgrades may be available while VIP tickets remain in inventory. If you’ve already purchased a General Admission ticket and would like to upgrade, contact Fatima Hameed, Events Manager, at [email protected] for assistance.
No, tickets are non-transferable.
All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable. Tickets cannot be exchanged once the purchase has been completed.
A ticket purchase is deemed complete once payment has been processed and the ticket or confirmation has been issued, including but not limited to:
- Digital or physical ticket issuance
- Email confirmation delivery
- Registration or attendee-name processing
- Reservation of a seat, space, or admission
By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and agree that all tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. For questions, please contact us at [email protected].
You will receive an email closer to the event date with your digital ticket.
All three are within a short walk of the Raleigh Convention Center. Use the links below to access the discounted GovPreneurs rate.

Directly connected to the Raleigh Convention Center. Walk from your room to the mainstage without stepping outside.

Right across from the convention center on Salisbury Street. Steps from the doors and downtown dining.

Suite-style rooms with kitchens one block away. Ideal if you're staying a few extra days to do business.
Showcase your brand to a highly engaged community of ambitious entrepreneurs, small business owners, and decision-makers who are actively investing in their business growth.
Your sponsorship helps make this experience possible by supporting inspiring keynote speakers, expert-led educational sessions, high-impact networking opportunities, and practical resources that prepare entrepreneurs to compete for and succeed in government contracting.
Together, we're creating pathways for small businesses to grow, connect, and thrive.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and customized partnership packages, please click the button below.
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