VETCON 2023 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 2023!
Select a Day:
Full session descriptions and speakers will be announced soon!
Opening Ceremony & Lunch
- 12:00pm — 1:15pm
- King Street Ballroom
Powering the Future of Renewable Energy and Opportunities – NYPA, NYSERDA, NYS-DEC and National Grid
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- Town Hall
Succession Planning Strategies for Protecting SDVOB Business Value
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- Shaker Room
SDVOBs Discuss Strategies for State and Federal Success
- 1:30pm — 2:30pm
- High Street Ballroom
New Buffalo Bills Stadium Project and Turner Construction
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- Town Hall
Legal Issues with Cannabis
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- Shaker Room
Navigating Business Challenges and Where to Find Help
- 2:45pm — 3:45pm
- High Street Ballroom
Networking & Refreshment Break
- 3:45pm — 4:15pm
SDVOB General Roundtable
- 4:15pm — 5:15pm
- King Street Ballroom
Introduction to SDVES and Agency Best Practices
- 4:15pm — 5:15pm
- Shaker Room
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
Upcoming Opportunities with Battery Park City Authority, Empire State Development, CUNY, Department of Labor, and MTA
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- Town Hall
Find Your Funding | Where to Look & How to Ask
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- Shaker Room
Business Assistance for Veteran Entrepreneurs – VBOC
- 9:45am — 10:45am
- High Street Ballroom
Networking & Refreshment Break
- 10:45pm — 11:15am
Best Practices for Securing Opportunities with Prime Contractors
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- Town Hall
VA Claims - Roadmap & What to Expect
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- Shaker Room
Avoid Liability and Protect Your Assets
- 11:15am — 12:15pm
- High Street Ballroom
Lunch, Award Presentations & Closing Remarks
- 12:30pm — 1:30pm
- High Street Ballroom
Secure a booth for your company! Showcase your support of the Veteran community and VETCON 2023 with an opportunity to reach hundreds of attendees at this year’s conference.
VETCON 2023 promises to be the best one yet! With 2 days of unrivaled networking and educational opportunities, and deep representation from government agencies, you’re certain to walk away with clear opportunities for the future.
VETCON 2022 was a huge success! Thank you to all of the attendees, sponsors & agencies who joined us for two full days of learning, networking, and growth.
Take a look back at last year’s conference below:
