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What are the details for SPGC24?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
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How much is it to attend SMART PROC GOVCON?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.
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Where can I find an agenda for the day?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
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Where can I find details on the sessions?Session information will be available online and in the SPGC 24 Mobile App
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Is there an event app?Yes. You will receive details on how to download closer to the event.
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Live Streaming, Recordings, and PhotosLive 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.
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Where can I register to attend SPGC 24?www.smartprocgovcon.com/register
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What does my registration include?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
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Will I be able to register on-site?Yes, you will be able to register on-site, but we suggest taking advantage of online registration for cost-savings.
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Registration DetailsEarly 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.
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Will I be able to contact other participants pre-event?Participants will be able to contact one another via the mobile app based on user permissions.
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Will I receive attendee information post event?Attendees will not receive this information. NOTE: Certain Sponsorship and Exhibitor levels will be provided attendee information.
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Will meeting space be available?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.
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Will there be opportunities for One-on-Ones?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!
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Will there be an expo?YES! SPGC is planning to host ~40 exhibitors this year.
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How much does it cost to exhibit?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.
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When can I set up my booth?Exhibitors will have access to the floor Sunday, December 8. Details will be provided in the Exhibitor Packet upon registration.
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Are there opportunities to sponsor?YES! SPGC 24 is offering Sponsorship Opportunities at this year's event to boost your organization's visibility.
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What Sponsorship Opportunities are available?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
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LodgingInformation 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
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Is there parking near the event?There is parking on-site at the event center.
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Will there be wifi?Yes, public wifi is available. We suggest, for security purposes and stability, you consider using a mobile hotspot.
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TransportationThere 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.
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Are there Exhibitor/Sponsor Opportunities?YES! Visit either the Exhibitor or Sponsor section of our FAQ for more information
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I would like to speak at the eventPlease contact info@smartprocgovcon.com and include your information and panel you would like to participate on.
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What's the "Membership" section on your website?Exclusive conference content, including presentations, will be posted on the SPGC membership site.
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