Free admission · In person
15th AnnualVeteran and Small Business Trade Show
Meet the people who can help your business move forward. Explore contracting opportunities, get practical guidance, and build new connections.
Starts at 9:00 AM Pacific
14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Celebrating 250 years of America.
1776–2026
Why you should attend
Bring your questions. Leave with new connections and a clearer path forward for your business.
Get hands-on guidance
Meet with California DGS staff for business certification assistance, or get a one-on-one review of your Cal eProcure profile. See the clinic details below for preparation and separate registration.
Explore contracting opportunities
Hear from government representatives and proposal professionals about navigating procurement, finding opportunities, and understanding the RFP process.
Grow your business network
Connect with fellow business owners, exhibitors, and resource providers. Introduce your business and discover possibilities for collaboration.
For veteran-owned businesses and the broader small business community.
|  Daniel OdimegwuSophmore, Valley View High School |
The Next 50 Years of the 100 Year Plan |
Daniel Odimegwu 100 Year Plan Representing the next 50 years of the 100 year plan |
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz |
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DGS SESSIONS START: | Department of General Services (DGS) Hosts:
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Panel 1
Introducing the Past to the Present1-on-1 Conversation |
Moderator |
Keynote Speaker - Scilla Andreen
| Scilla AndreenScilla Andreen is the CEO and Founder of Impactful Networks Inc., a health tech education startup focused on integrating ethical AI and multimedia storytelling to promote emotional wellness. She is an award-winning filmmaker and author, known for her work in mental health education and advocacy. Scilla's mission is to create a more compassionate approach to teaching emotional wellness, aiming to support parents and caregivers through her innovative product, GiGi, an ethical AI mental health coach. Her work has been recognized in various industry publications, highlighting her impact on mental health education and community support. |
Panel 2
LEARNING THE ROPESNavigating the Business Landscape |
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Rocio Perez |
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Panel 3
Learning the RopesNavigating Government Procurement Landscape |
| ModeratorOPPS4VETS Life Member |
 Josh Kress Business Outreach Liaison California Department of General Services |
Ana Rodriguez
Authority Director, Contract Administration Vendor/Contract Management Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority - 10 |  Elizabeth Lesniak Contracts Analyst and Small Business & DVBE Advocate/Liaison CAL FIRE |
Panel 4
Learning the RopesNavigating the RFP Process |
RFP Reviewer SB/DVBE Advocate & SB Liaison I |  RFP Reviewer PDS Small Business & Title VI Manager California High Speed Rail |
RFP Reviewer Construction & Engineering Sustainability Program Manager Metropolitan Water District of Southern California |
Breakout Sessions
DGS Cal eProcure Clinic
Visit the Cal eProcure Clinic to receive a personal review of your certification profile. Ensure your profile is well positioned to find state of California contracting opportunities and receive solicitations. Get additional help finding contract opportunities and more on Cal eProcure. Requirements: Bring your own laptop computer or tablet and your Cal eProcure login information.
Watch the 3-part series on demand at OPPS4VETS.com/VETS to prepare for your one-on-one clinic with the instructor! |
Josh Kress Business Outreach Liaison California Department of General Services |
Jon Gaskell Business Outreach Liaison California Department of General Services |
Clinic Times: TBD Presented By: |
Women Veterans Symposium 2026
"Hey Sista Listen Up"
Vendors
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DGS On-Site DVBE/SB Certification
Marta Alejandrez Carrera |
Julio Rodriguez Medina |
Vanessa Murillo |
Drew Morneau |
Veterans
will need to bring the following documents saved on either a USB or
Laptop for the event to get certified (No iPads and cellphones as they
are usually too small for the process):
Empowering Veteran Entrepreneurs
Honoring the Past, Building the Future
100-Year Plan Launched September 27, 2022
"A hundred Years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of car I drove... but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child..."
Bronze Sponsors
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Community Sponsors
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America's #1 Choice Veteran Business Owners Verified with VA VIP (Vendor Information Pages)
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