Norfolk State University Small Business Networking Conference

May 28, 2026 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (EDT)

Description

Learn how to do business with Norfolk State University! 

Join the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity and the Norfolk State University Procurement Department for an opportunity to hear from and meet procurement professionals who purchase for Norfolk State University. A great opportunity for small businesses who are interested in learning how to sell their goods and services to NSU! Representatives from eVA and the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity will be available to answer additional questions. Light breakfast refreshments will be provided! 

VENDOR TABLE OPPORTUNITY - READ ALL DETAILS BELOW! 

Program Agenda 

8:30 – 9:00 AM Check-In – Main Lobby 

9:00 – 9:10 AM Welcome and Introductions 

9:30 - 10:30 AM Break Out Session/Panel Discussion Small Business Financing Norfolk State University Solicitation Process Responding to an NSU Solicitation 

10:30 – 10:45 AM BREAK 

10:45 – 11:30 AM Panel Discussion Breakdown of an NSU Solicitation - NSU 

11:15 AM – 1:00 PM Networking/Vendor Fair (Limited tables available, see details below) 

1:00 PM Adjourn 

VENDOR TABLE REQUIREMENTS: The commodity areas we are particularly interested in include, but are not limited to: Janitorial supplies and services Promotional supplies Office supplies Decoration services Event staffing Medical supplies Sports supplies Advertising services Availability is limited and tables will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Businesses requesting a table must be in good standing with the State Corporation Commission (SCC)—this will be verified—and must hold a current business license (where business is physically located) which will be required to confirm your reservation. You will be provided a table and 2 chairs. Setup 7:30-8:30am (must be setup prior to start of the event). 

For additional details and to reserve an exhibit table, please email angela.barber@sbsd.virginia.gov directly. Tables are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. 

HOW TO PARTICIPATE AS ATTENDEE: To attend the event, simply register on this Eventbrite page. Each attendee must register individually. We look forward to seeing you on May 28th at NSU Student Center! Registered participants/vendors will receive a reminder prior to the event.

Location

NSU Student Center Building