VETCON 2024 Schedule at a Glance
VETCON 2024 offers concurrent sessions in a variety of formats including presentations, networking sessions, panel discussions and roundtable discussions. Whether you are a veteran entrepreneur, a newly certified SDVOB or an experienced SDVOB looking to connect with Primes or NYS Agencies, we have something for you!
This year’s sessions cover a variety of topics ranging from best practices for success with State & Federal Agencies to business assistance resources for veteran entrepreneurs. Want to learn about upcoming contracting opportunities with New York State Agencies? Need help creating a succession plan for your business? Looking to network with Agencies and Primes? These topics and more will be presented at VETCON 2024!
Select a Day:
Pre-event Session for SDVOB 1st Time Attendees
- 11:45am — 1:15pm
- King Street Ballroom
Opening Ceremony & Lunch
- 11:45am — 1:15pm
- King Street Ballroom
Building Blocks for Success in State and Federal Government Contracting
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- Town Hall
Planning for Long Term Success – Succession, Financial Security and More
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- Shaker Room
How SDVOBs Can Participate on NYPA Energy Efficiency Projects for its Customers
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- High Street Ballroom
Upcoming Opportunities for SDVOBs with Agencies and Authorities
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- Town Hall
Finding the Appropriate Funding, Surety, and Legal Guidance For All of Your Business Needs
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- Shaker Room
Procurement Services - How Can SDVOBs Participate in Preferred Source Government Procurements
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- High Street Ballroom
Networking & Refreshment Break
- 3:45pm — 4:15pm
SDVOB General Roundtable Addressing Current and Future SDVOB Issues and Solutions
- 4:15pm — 5:15pm
- King Street Ballroom
Dinner on Your Own
- 5:15pm — 6:30pm
Networking Social
- 6:30pm — 8:30pm
- Mr. D's Restaurant
Breakfast
- 8:30am — 9:30am
- King Street Ballroom
Best Practices for Securing Opportunities with Prime Contractors
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- Town Hall
HR Handbooks and New Developments in NYS Labor & Employment Law
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- Shaker Room
Business Assistance for Veteran Entrepreneurs
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- High Street Ballroom
Networking & Refreshment Break
- 10:45am — 11:15am
SDVOB Opportunities for Involvement with Upcoming Major Projects
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- Town Hall
Find Your Funding – Traditional Funding & SBA Enhancements
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- Shaker Room
Overcoming Challenges to Build and Grow Your Business
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- High Street Ballroom
Lunch, Award Presentations & Closing Remarks
- 12:30pm — 1:30pm
- King Street Ballroom
