GovPreneurs Inaugural Summit

November 9-10, 2026 Raleigh Convention Center

The premier conference for ambitious entrepreneurs ready to win government contracts. This conference will focus on the changes that occurred in 2026 and equip attendees with everything they need to win the GovCon game in 2027.

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Turning Entrepreneurs Into GovPreneurs

The government contracting landscape is evolving, and businesses that adapt, innovate, and build the right relationships will be best positioned to succeed in 2027 and beyond.

Join industry leaders, GovCon experts, and successful entrepreneurs for two days of actionable insights, practical strategies, and meaningful structured networking designed to help you grow your business.

Whether you're pursuing your first government contract or scaling to millions in federal revenue, you'll walk away with:

  • Build strategic connections with prime contractors, subcontractors, government buyers, and industry leaders.

  • Meet government decision-makers, including Contracting Officers (KOs) and Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs).

  • Leave with a personalized 90-day action plan to accelerate your government contracting success.

  • Discover new teaming, mentor-protรฉgรฉ, and joint venture opportunities to grow your business.

  • Learn proven strategies from top GovCon experts to win contracts in 2027 and beyond.

  • Participate in interactive sessions featuring keynote addresses, expert panels, breakout sessions, and live Q&A.

  • Walk away with the connections, knowledge, and confidence to compete and succeed in the federal marketplace.

Don't just prepare for the future of government contracting. Position your business to lead it.

To simplify government contracting for small businesses.

To become the leading platform that transforms entrepreneurs into successful GovPreneurs.

  • Client's needs first and always
  • A complete "WOW" experience
  • Pursue value and simplicity
  • Result-oriented
  • Can-do attitude

Direct access to 250+ qualified owners.

Reach across 7+ targeted industries.

Too Busy to Figure It Out, But Ready to Scale With Government?

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.

Compliance & Registrations

The roadmap from registered to ready โ€” certifications, set-asides, and your first win.

Matching Solicitations

Practical AI tools that help small businesses respond faster and deliver at scale.

Expert Led Proposals

Meet the agencies and prime contractors who actually award the work.

Mentor-Led Guidance

Operators who've won share the playbooks that got them there.

Join 250+ growth-stage business owners and the partners who serve them โ€” November 9-10, 2026, Raleigh.

4.9/5 Across 7+ industries

Why Attend GovPreneurs Summit

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.

Mentors

Experienced operators and coaches ready to guide you in government contracting.

Prime Contractors

Primes actively looking for capable subs and teaming partners on live contracts.

AI Developers

Builders behind the tools that help small businesses find, bid, and deliver faster.

Exhibitors

Vendors and service providers showcasing exactly what you need to grow.

Government Officials

Agency reps and public-sector leaders who shape how and where work gets awarded.

Compliance Specialists

Experts who keep you audit-ready โ€” certifications, contracts, and regulations handled.

Peer Business Owners

250+ growth-stage owners on the same journey โ€” your next partner, client, or collaborator.

What to Expect

Curated Networking and Matchmaking

Expand your GovCon network by connecting with decision-makers, prime contractors, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs through structured networking designed to spark partnerships and new business opportunities.

Expert-Led Keynote Sessions

Learn directly from the people who award and win the work, agency insiders, procurement experts, and operators who've scaled through government contracts share the exact playbooks that move you from registered to ready.

Advanced Event Technology

See the tools that actually win contracts, live demos of AI-powered opportunity search, capability-statement and proposal builders, plus on-site matchmaking that connects owners directly with agencies and prime contractors.

Partner with Us

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.

Summit Tickets

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.

General Admission

Full-day access

$297 running deal

$497 next deal

$997regular price

Limited Availability

What's Included:

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 Custom roadmap
    Leave with a personalized 2027 action plan built specifically for your business.

  • 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.

  • Gov Compliant CRM access
    Get access to GovPreneursโ€™ GovCompliant CRM platform (purchase date โ†’ event end)

  • Curated roundtable seating
    Sit with mentors, contracting professionals, government officials, AI experts, and other high-value attendees.

  • Session recordings & presentations
    Rewatch every session and download all presentations and event resources after the summit.

VIP Access

Premium experience

$697current deal

$997 next deal

$1,997original Price

Limited Availability

What's Included:

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 Custom roadmap
    Leave with a personalized 2027 action plan built specifically for your business.

  • 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.

  • Gov Compliant CRM access
    Get access to GovPreneursโ€™ GovCompliant CRM platform (purchase date โ†’ event end)

  • Curated roundtable seating
    Sit with mentors, contracting professionals, government officials, AI experts, and other high-value attendees.

  • Session recordings & presentations
    Rewatch every session and download all presentations and event resources after the summit.

GovPreneurs Summit Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Registration & Networking

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Welcome General Session

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Networking Lunch

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Topic Specific Breakout Sessions

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

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Networking Break

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

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Topic Specific Breakout Session

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

4:00PM - 4:30 PM

Q & A of the Day

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Networking Reception & Sponsor Exhibits

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

VIP Dinner

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Keynote & Fireside Chat

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Topic Specific Breakout Sessions

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Q & A of the Day

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch with Special Guest Speaker

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

1:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Roundtables with Industry Experts

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

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Closing Remarks & Awards Ceremony

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Networking Reception & Sponsor Exhibits

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

Meet the Speakers and Mentors

Coming soon

To Be Announced

Senior Executive from a Major Prime

To Be Announced

Contracting Specialist

To Be Announced

Successful Small Business

To Be Announced

Program Manager

To Be Announced

Prime Contractor Panel

To Be Announced

Government Acquisition Panel

To Be Announced

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Won first micro-purchase

To Be Announced

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Won first subcontract

To Be Announced

GovPreneurs Success Panel
Won first prime contract

Join our speakers and help weave innovation, quality, and success together worldwide.

Explore the Venue

Recommended Hotels Near the Venue

All three are within a short walk of the Raleigh Convention Center. Use the links below to access the discounted GovPreneurs rate.

Raleigh Marriott City Center

500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 USA

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

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601

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

Tempo by Hilton

200 W Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601

  • Suite-style rooms with kitchens one block away. Ideal if you're staying a few extra days to do business.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does a sponsorship include, and can it be customized?

Every tier is a starting point โ€” packages are tailored to your goals, from naming rights and keynote slots to branded breakout rooms and the attendee lead list.

2. Who attends โ€” and how qualified is the audience?

We recruit growth-stage business owners by industry โ€” marketing, HVAC, freight, restaurants, moving, cleaning, and construction โ€” targeting 250+ qualified attendees.

3. Where and when is the GovPreneurs Conference held?

November 9-10, 2026 at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC โ€” 15 minutes from RDU International Airport.

4. What promotion do sponsors receive before and after the event?

Sponsors are featured across our promoter network and partner channels before, during, and after the event โ€” a combined reach in the millions.

5. How do we secure a tier, and what's the deadline?

Reserve directly with the host committee. Tiers are limited and the Presenting sponsorship is exclusive โ€” earlier commitments lock in the most visibility.

Join the Movement

1,000+ Entrepreneurs Became GovPreneurs

$100M+ Won by Our Clients in Government Contracts

"Today I have an active two-year contract with a community college, something I never thought was possible for someone like me starting from scratch. Before talking to Mr. Timur, I had zero background in government contracting. No idea how to find opportunities, no idea how to bid, none of it. Working with this program changed that completely."

"I run a medical supply store for more than 17 years. After working with the GovPreneurs program and my amazing mentors, my first government contract alone brought in more profit than the last five years of running my business seven days a week, open to close. I can't express how grateful I am for this opportunity, and how eager I am to win more contracts together.""

"Less than 8 months ago, I didn't know what SAM was, what a CAGE code was, or that opportunities like this with government agencies even existed. Today, I have active multi-six-figure contracts and have already delivered on 2 micro contracts."

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