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0795-001 ATH Unlocking Government Contracts: Federal, State & UGA

Unlocking Government Contracts: Federal, State & UGA

DATE
Wednesday, April 29th
COST
$ 0.00
FORMAT
In Person
TOPIC
Managing a Business

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

This power packed course guides small businesses through the essentials of selling to the government.
You’ll learn how key certifications—8(a), HUBZone, WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB—work and how they show up in federal tools like SBA’s search systems and subcontracting portals. You’ll also get a practical introduction to Team Georgia Marketplace, the Georgia Procurement Registry, and the Georgia Business Certification Program, along with clear steps to register and compete for UGA opportunities through its supplier system and sourcing platform. Perfect for business owners ready to understand where they fit, how to start, and how to pursue government opportunities with confidence.
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Starts in 3 months!

LEARN HOW TO:

  • Identify the right federal certifications and use SBA tools to stand out to buyers.
  • Position your business to compete as a prime & sub contractor in government markets
  • Register and find opportunities in Georgia using TGM and GPR.
  • Complete UGA’s supplier registration and participate in UGA sourcing events.
  • Create your capability statement
  • Create a simple action plan to target and pursue the right contracts and much more.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Cost: $0.00
UGA Innovation Hub
210 Spring Street
Athens, GA
30602
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PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Lauren Barlow

University of Georgia Procurement Office | Supplier Strategy and Programs Specialist

Tulu Kaifee

Tulu Kaifee is the Procurement and Finance Specialist at the UGA SBDC. She joined the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center’s Specialty Programs Division in October 2023 as a procurement and finance specialist. Tulu has spent over 20 years in the financial services industry with experience in the consumer, small business and commercial lending segments serving entrepreneurs across Georgia. 

Madeline Rosa Velez

Madeline is a business consultant with the Athens office. She possesses over 20 years’ experience mentoring and serving others, with a dynamic background in financial management, insurance, banking, compliance, real estate, debt management, housing/credit counseling and business acumen. She is driven by her passion for the community and a genuine desire to build and mentor individuals, families, young and mature small businesses.

Originally from Puerto Rico, Madeline is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.

This program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, you certify that you are legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.

All programs are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center in Athens
Contact Carla Turner at [email protected] or call 706-542-7436

The UGA SBDC is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

All SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the United States. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

The UGA SBDC is an accredited member of America’s SBDC.

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CONTACT US

The University of Georgia
Small Business Development Center

382 East Broad Street
Athens, GA 30602-5412

P: (706) 542-2762

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