Invest Fort Smith

70 South 7th Street,Fort Smith AR 72901

16 November, 2022

Description

Invest Fort Smith 2022 is a one-day event held at the UAFS Small Business Development Center at the Bakery District. The event kicks off with a Meet the Entrepreneurs Behind the Swag, where attendees will have an opportunity to meet downtown business owners who inspired the Invest Fort Smith swag bag - Fort Smith Brewing, Fort Smith Coffee Co., Olen & Co., and Sacred Treasure. DETAILS: Date & Time: Wednesday, November 16th, 1:00-4:30pm Location: UAFS Small Business Development Center at the Bakery District, 70 S 7th Street, Fort Smith, AR This event is free! PANEL DISCUSSIONS 1:30pm - How to Become a Contractor with the Government and Schools - Government agencies and educational institutions are large volume purchasers of goods and services; however, the process of navigating the procurement system can be a daunting task. Learn from decision makers in the field of procurement on how to best meet their needs. 2:30pm - Economic Benefits of Inclusion - Learn why it is important to business sustainability for entrepreneurs and business owners to engage in the promotion of inclusivity within business practices related to hiring/promotion, customer relations, and supplier diversity. 3:30pm - Building by Block Your Entrepreneurial Partnerships - Hear the stories of an eclectic group of downtown entrepreneurs who opted to promote their individual business while removing silos to expand their customer base through lasting partnerships.