May is Business Appreciation Month,, and the BizLaunch team is recognizing Arlington’s small business community with opportunities to connect, learn and discover new pathways for growth. Entrepreneurs are invited to take part in two upcoming events designed to foster collaboration and open doors to new business opportunities.
AANHPI Entrepreneurs Gather for Brunch and Business: Power in Unity
Arlington’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) business community will come together for Brunch and Business: Power in Unity on Monday, May 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy. in Arlington.
Hosted by Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch team, the event brings AANHPI entrepreneurs, small business advocates and community leaders together for conversation, connection and shared learning. Guided by the theme Power in Unity, the gathering highlights how diverse cultures, perspectives and experiences strengthen Arlington’s small business ecosystem.
Attendees will hear from four local business owners during a moderated panel discussion, engage in meaningful dialogue and expand their professional networks. The event is designed to foster collaboration, celebrate AANHPI leadership and support continued growth across Arlington’s business community.
Continue the Momentum: Learn How to Do Business with GSA
Business owners looking to turn connections into new opportunities are also encouraged to attend Unlocking GSA Opportunities: Small Business Guide to Federal Contracts on Wednesday, May 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 1100 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1500, in Arlington.
Presented by the General Services Administration’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization in partnership with Arlington BizLaunch, the workshop provides an overview of how small businesses can pursue federal contracting opportunities. Participants will learn how GSA purchases goods and services, how to identify opportunities and how programs such as the Multiple Award Schedule can support business growth.
Together, these events provide Arlington entrepreneurs with opportunities to strengthen community ties, gain practical knowledge and explore new avenues for growth, locally and beyond.
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