Matchmaking FAQ
What are Matchmaking Sessions?
Matchmaking Sessions are face to face meetings that are invaluable in forging alliances between small businesses (“Suppliers") and government agencies, prime contractors, and large or medium size businesses (”Buyers"). Each Matchmaking Session may open up endless business opportunities by providing small business owners with one-on-one exposure to potential procurement officials.
Who can participate in the Matchmaking Sessions?
Anyone registered for the event may participate in the Matchmaking Sessions.
What sort of Buyers might attend?
Buyers are government representatives, large businesses, research institutions, prime contractors, or other Small Businesses.
What day of the conference are the Matchmaking Sessions?
The Matchmaking Sessions will take place on Thursday, June 14, 2012.
How long is each session?
Buyers will host 15-minute sessions.
How many sessions may I sign up for?
A Supplier may register for up to 3 sessions with Buyers in a relevant category.
When can I sign up?
Suppliers may sign up on May 16, 2012. All paid conference registrants that identified themselves as Supplier during the registration will receive an email notification prior to that date to let you know when sign up will begin.
How do I check my Matchmaking Session schedule?
After Matchmaking Session sign up has begun, please log into your Attendee Profile with the email and password you used to register to view your Matchmaking Sessions schedule.
When does Supplier sign up close?
Supplier sign up does not close until the day of the Matchmaking Sessions. However, appointments for the Matchmaking Sessions fill up early. Be sure to schedule with your Buyers as soon as you receive email notification that the sign up has begun.
