'Battlefield to Business' in WPB, 11/16

On Friday, November 16, the Small Business Development Center at Palm Beach State College will welcome the Procurement and  Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), host of the second annual ”Battlefield to Business” event for veterans and small business owners who seek information on landing prime government contracts.  The event will take place on the college campus at 3000 Saint Lucie Avenue in Boca Raton from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

In cooperation with the Florida Small Business Development Center, veterans, agencies, and successful contractors will offer their expertise to attendees.  USPS West Palm Beach Customer Service Representatives will provide information on postal products to build and to enhance businesses.

The PTAC supports service members and veterans in business success by offering this opportunity.  USPS employees and veterans may seek expert advice on procurement of government contracts in accordance with USPS policies and regulations. 

Friday’s free expo will feature over 30 exhibitors.  Speakers will include Sergeant Major Jack Tilley and Dan Sturdivant, Department of Homeland Security; Gerald Paulsen, Paulsen Group; Scott Denniston, The Scott Group; and Major General Joseph Taluto (USA Ret.) and Paul Simpkins, Assistant Director, U.S. Department of Defense, Office of Small Business Programs.   

The Orlando Vet Center bus will offer veterans assistance with benefits and specialized programs. 

To register for the free event you may go online to: https://clients.floridasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=700320318 
Attendance is voluntary and off-the-clock for postal employees.  For further local information, contact: LuAnn Warner, Customer Relations Coordinator, West Palm Beach at 561-697-2145.