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Norfolk State University Small Business Networking Conference

Norfolk State University Small Business Networking Conference

Thursday, 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.

NSU Student Center Building
851 Gym Road
Norfolk, VA 23504 United States
NSU Student Center Building 851 Gym Road Norfolk, VA 23504
Event Contact
Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce
540-216-0021
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Thursday, May 28, 2026 (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM) (EDT)
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