May's Small Business Month, anchored by National Small Business Week on May 3 through 9, spotlighted free resources that remain available all year, from SBA training to no-cost counseling networks. The months that follow are when event connections either become pipeline or fade, which makes now the time to revisit those resources, follow up with the people you met, and plan your fall networking calendar.
Labor Day honors the contributions of American workers, and that includes the federal contractors who build, supply, and support the work of government every day. Behind every federal contract is a team of people doing real work, from construction crews and IT specialists to logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare providers. It is a fitting moment to recognize what they accomplish.
USAID stopped running U.S. foreign disaster response on July 1, 2025. The U.S. Department of State now leads that work through its Bureau of Disaster and Humanitarian Response, announced on March 20, 2026. The bureau still responds to earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and similar disasters abroad, but with a smaller staff and a narrower focus. Businesses interested in this space should confirm the current agency before reaching out.
You've registered in SAM, checked all the boxes, and set up your email alerts. Now you're waiting for the perfect opportunity to land in your inbox. Months pass. Maybe you bid on a few things and hear nothing back. Meanwhile, you're watching companies with similar capabilities win contracts you never even knew existed.
The 2025 Air Force Contracting Summit in Orlando brought together a wide mix of government agencies, industry leaders, and small businesses. While the Air Force was the anchor, the conversations stretched across nearly every corner of the federal contracting space. From the floor to the matchmaking sessions, the theme was clear: change is happening, and contractors are working hard to keep up.
The Disaster Expo USA, March 5 & 6th, is the premier event for professionals in disaster response, emergency preparedness, and resilience planning. Hosted in Miami, this expo gathers industry leaders, government agencies, and businesses specializing in disaster mitigation and recovery solutions. Attendees gain access to cutting-edge innovations, expert discussions, and networking opportunities that shape the future of disaster management.
