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Fairfax County Small Business Forum

Join us at Fairfax County’s highly acclaimed annual Small Business Forum (previously the Vendor Forum). Take advantage of learning from business experts and connect with county procurement representatives. Bring your entrepreneurial spirit and learn how to grow your business opportunities. Participants will:

  • Network with Fairfax County departments and business support organizations
  • Discover marketing and business fundamentals that can help grow your company
  • Learn how to properly and effectively pursue work with Fairfax County

Link up with #FairfaxSmallBiz and visit the Small Business Forum website for more information. Nominate your business for the 2019 Bea Malone Award to be presented at the Forum (see 2019 event details for nomination form).

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Event Date October, 11

Event Time 12:30am - 6:30am

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