Maryland APEX Accelerator

Join the Maryland APEX Accelerator for a Government Contracting Networking Breakfast on April 2 at the Howard County Economic Development Authority. Register: mdapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/15526

Small Business Spring Training is here! Get ready to step up to the plate with the knowledge and connections you need. Add your name to the roster before its full: business.defense.gov/Resources/Trai… #DoW #SmallBusiness #DIB #SupplyChain #APEX #GovCon #SpringTraining #CMMC #Cybersecurity

Veteran-owned businesses = impact. Get Training & Technical Assistance → va.gov/osdbu/ → Navigate to Training & Technical Assistance #VetBiz #VAOSDBU

Your Capability Statement is your business résumé. Make sure it highlights core competencies, past performance, and differentiators. Download VA OSDBU’s guide: va.gov/osdbu/docs/Cap… #Marketing #SmallBiz #CapabilityStatement

Subcontracting helps small businesses gain experience and build past performance. Explore VA subcontracting resources: vetbiz.va.gov/Subcontracting/ #GovCon #Subcontracting #VAOSDBU

Here are just some of the training sessions on offer at the Maryland APEX Accelerator in March. See our full list at: mdapex.ecenterdirect.com/events

GSA Signals Enhanced Focus on Contractor Cybersecurity Practices: What You Need to Know About GSA’s New CUI Guide jdsupra.com/legalnews/gsa-… | by @SheppardMullin

Registration open, Episode 2, StraightTalk StraightAnswers, a podcast for Veteran-owned and small business owners. This series will demystify Federal procurement. Click here to register: veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/regist…. #VAOSDBU #VOSB #SmallBusiness #GovernmentContracting #PodcastSeries

From startup to $75M in federal contracts 🚀 Hear how Dr. Cynthia & Dr. Jason Mitchell built A Mylestone Group in under 3 years, sharing real strategies, lessons learned, and how APEX support helped fuel their growth. marylandapex.org/podcast/episod…

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – February 2026 jdsupra.com/legalnews/week… | by @PilieroMazza

🔔 Join us for a Virtual Business Opportunity Session with GDIT on February 9, 2026 at 1:30 PM ET. Visit vetbiz.va.gov/events/event-d… to learn more and register. #VAOSDBU #SDVOSB #VOSB #SmallBusiness #BusinessOpportunities #VeteranBusiness

Yes, we know it's the shortest month, but we still packed in a ton of classes for you! mdapex.ecenterdirect.com/events

We’re excited to launch StraightTalk StraightAnswers, a podcast for Veteran-owned and small business owners. This series will demystify Federal procurement. Click here to register: veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/regist…. #OSDBU #VA #EPA #VOSB #SmallBusiness #GovernmentContracting #PodcastSeries

Today we’re launching LYNX—a new digital platform that helps businesses engage with defense markets and move from capability to opportunity. Built for small and non-traditional suppliers. Registration now open: lynxconnect.io #DIB #govcon #defensetech #smallbiz @OASWIBP

Registration for the DoW Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Summit 2026 is open! Join us to expand your network and gain key insights. Register now at the early-bird rate.* Register here: dowmppsummit.com #MPP26 #DoW #mentor #protege #networking #DIB *Ends 2/9/26.

Know your roads, Maryland! go.md.gov/MDOTKnowYourRo…

WATCH THE REPLAY! Capabilities Statement 101. This class is the perfect starting point for small businesses new to government contracting. The capability statement is your business résumé, your marketing calling card that sets you apart. youtu.be/o6ElzfKrsjY?si…

Happy New Year from the Maryland APEX Accelerator Team! Let's start the year strong with some great #govcon training - mdapex.ecenterdirect.com/events

What a busy & impactful year in government contracting! In 2025, we served 900+ Maryland businesses, helped clients secure $780M in contract awards, and welcomed 1,971 attendees to APEX trainings. Our offices close Dec 24–Jan 5. Happy Holidays, and see you next year!

WEBINAR REPLAY: Inside the SBA’s Full-Scale 8(a) Audit: What Participants Need to Know Now, Matt Feinberg, Meghan Leemon pilieromazza.com/inside-the-sba… #8aProgram #8aAudit #SmallBusinessAdministration #GovCon #GovernmentContracts #FalseClaimsAct #AuditsandInvestigations #Litigation