Breaking into government consulting shouldn't feel impossible—especially for those who are in it for the right reasons. This conference is designed for entrepreneurs and innovators alike who believe that doing good work with good people can lead to amazing outcomes.

Join Clutch for an energizing, refreshing, hands-on experience where you'll get a crash course in government consulting, connect with like-minded changemakers, and discover partnerships that amplify impact. Whether you're just starting or looking to grow, this conference series will help you navigate the space, build meaningful relationships, and open doors to new opportunities.

Agenda

8:30-9am – Check-In, Coffee, Networking

9am-10:30am – Government Consulting 101, topics to include: How to prepare your business for contracts, RFP overview, contract vehicles, and current landscape of government consulting

Speakers:

Angela Shell, DGS

Miriam Macias, Clutch

Partick Groves, Clutch

10:30-10:45 – Break

10:45-12:00 pm – Panel on the Experience of Contracting

Speakers:

Lauren Wittenberg Weiner – sold her company to an 8a – largest contract ever awarded to a woman by DOD from Florida

Jack Smith – Fortuna – DVBE and service disabled veteran owned – local Folsom

Deka Dike - DHCS Medical/Medicaid – grant funding winner and connections to hospitals

12:00-1:00pm – Lunch and Networking

We will have representatives from SMUD and CSAC in attendance

1:00-2:00pm – GovTech funding opportunities and innovation

Rachel Stern – GovTech VC

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Date: March 12, 2025

Time: 8:30 am - 2 pm

Cost: $100 (use promo code GOVCON10 for 10% Discount

Location: Frequency Coworking & Events, 3249 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Register: rsvpify