Dates: December 9-10, 2024 Times: Monday: 1PM-5:45PM Programming 6-9PM: Networking Event- Party Like its 1999 Tuesday: 8-3:45PM: Programming 4-5PM: Networking Event- Maryland Artisanal Reception Location: Clarion Inn and Event Center 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick, MD

NOTE: ACTIVE Military/ Federal, State, or Local Government Pass MUST HAVE A .GOV or .MIL EMAIL ADDRESS. YOU MAY BE ASKED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THIS OPTION IS NOT APPLICABLE TO CONTRACTED EMPLOYEES REGISTRATIONS VIOLATING THIS STIPULATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DELETED.

The agenda is listed online and will be available in the SPGC 24 Mobile App. *Please note that the agenda will be updated as confirmed

Session information will be available online and in the SPGC 24 Mobile App

Yes. You will receive details on how to download closer to the event.

Live Streaming: This is an in-person event Will the presentations be recorded? No. Some sessions will explicitly prohibit recording and photographs due to content Will presentations be available post-event? Presentations that are approved to be posted will be available in the SPGC 24 Mobile App during the event, and will be available on the website (through the membership page) post-event. There will be a photographer on-site taking photos of the event, these photos will be available post-event.

www.smartprocgovcon.com/register

Access to the conference, and its events, are dependent on which ticket you purchase for the event: Full Conference Pass - Exhibitor Hall and Session access for BOTH days - Monday Networking Event: Party Like it's 1999 - Tuesday Lite Fare & Coffee - Tuesday Lunch - Tuesday Networking: Maryland Artisanal Event - Access to SPGC's Mobile App Monday - Exhibitor Hall and Session access for MONDAY - Monday Networking Event: Party Like its 1999 - Access to SPGC mobile app Tuesday - Exhibitor Hall and Session access for Tuesday - Lite Fare & Coffee - Lunch - Tuesday Networking: Maryland Artisanal Event - Access to SPGC mobile app Monday Networking Event: Party Like its 1999 This ticket is ONLY for the Monday Networking Event. Note: The Monday Networking Event is INCLUDED in the purchase of a Monday ONLY, or Full Conference Pass. This ticket is meant to be an add-on to a Tuesday ONLY ticket or as a stand-alone. Active Duty/Government - Exhibitor Hall and Session access for BOTH days - Monday Networking Event: Party Like it's 1999 - Tuesday Networking: Maryland Artisanal Event - Access to SPGC's Mobile App MUST HAVE A .GOV or .MIL EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS OPTION IS NOT APPLICABLE TO GOVERNMENT CONTRACTED EMPLOYEES

Yes, you will be able to register on-site, but we suggest taking advantage of online registration for cost-savings.

Early Bird Registration Opens: Monday, September 9, 2024 @ Noon Closes: Monday, October 21, 2024 @ 11:59PM General Registration Opens: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 @ Midnight Closes: Monday, December 2, 2024 @ 11:59PM On-Site Registration will be available, but we highly recommend taking advantage of online registration for cost savings and to streamline the process. For pricing, or to register, click here.

Participant Refund Policy Conference registration may be canceled with full refund (less a $50 processing fee) provided written notification is received any time up until four (4) weeks prior to the conference start date. No refunds will be granted within four (4) weeks of the conference start date. In the case of an emergency/extenuating circumstances, special requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the regional leadership team following the conference. Conference Registration can be transferred to another individual Refund/Transfer requests should be submitted in writing to: info@smartprocgovcon.com NOTE: Please allow one complete billing cycle before refunds appear on your credit card statement. Exhibitor Refund Policy Exhibitor registration may be canceled with full refund (less a $50 processing fee) provided written notification is received any time up until six (6)weeks prior to the conference start date. No refunds will be granted within six (6) weeks of the conference start date. In the case of an emergency/extenuating circumstances, special requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the regional leadership team following the conference. Exhibitor Registration can be transferred to another organization Refund/Transfer requests should be submitted in writing to: info@smartprocgovcon.com NOTE: Please allow one complete billing cycle before refunds appear on your credit card statement.

Participants will be able to contact one another via the mobile app based on user permissions.

Attendees will not receive this information. NOTE: Certain Sponsorship and Exhibitor levels will be provided attendee information.

SPGC 24 plans to have meeting space available. Unfortunately, the meeting space is being renovated at this time. Updates will be provided closer to the conference.

SPGC 24 works to provide opportunities for small business to connect with key industry leaders and government decision makers. SPGC plans to offer one-on-ones over the course of the conference. Stay tuned for details!

YES! SPGC is planning to host ~40 exhibitors this year.

There are 4 Exhibitor Opportunities to choose from, each with their own set of perks. Please visit https://www.smartprocgovcon.com/exhibit for more information.

Exhibitors will have access to the floor Sunday, December 8. Details will be provided in the Exhibitor Packet upon registration.

YES! SPGC 24 is offering Sponsorship Opportunities at this year's event to boost your organization's visibility.

NOTE: Sponsorship Opportunities are limited and available on a first come basis. Please visit https://www.smartprocgovcon.com/sponsor for details on each opportunity. Event Sponsor: $7,500 Mobile App Sponsor: $5,000 Lunch Sponsor: $2,500 Program Sponsor: $2,000 Coffee Sponsor: $1,500 Registration Sponsor: $1,750 Maryland Artisanal Event Sponsor: $1,500 Monday Networking Event- Party Like its 1999: $2,000 Mobile Charging Sponsor: $1,200 Breakfast Sponsor: $1,200

Information for the room block rate will be released soon for the Clarion Inn and Event Center. ​ Other Hotels Nearby: Hampton Inn Frederick Hilton Garden Inn Frederick Courtyard by Marriott Frederick Fairfield Inn & Suites Frederick

There is parking on-site at the event center.

Yes, public wifi is available. We suggest, for security purposes and stability, you consider using a mobile hotspot.

There will be no transportation to, or from, the event. We recommend using apps like Lyft or Uber if you will be staying in the Frederick area, but not staying on-site. For those traveling from DC: The MARC train runs from Union Station through Frederick. The nearest stop to the conference is the Monocacy Station, located at 7800 Genstar Drive, Frederick (1.0 miles). Please visit MTA's MARC Page for more information.

YES! Visit either the Exhibitor or Sponsor section of our FAQ for more information

Please contact info@smartprocgovcon.com and include your information and panel you would like to participate on.

Exclusive conference content, including presentations, will be posted on the SPGC membership site.