The National 8(a) Association’s mission is to educate and promote its members; to advocate favorable legislation policies; and to serve and support the effectiveness and continuance of the 8(a) program What To Expect From Us: • Comprehensive understanding of the unique business of federal contracting • Annual conference featuring key government officials and representatives • Membership directory used by federal agencies and prime contractors • Educational seminars directed by nationally recognized legal and accounting firms specifically experienced in federal contracting • Workshops instructed by key contracting personnel from various federal agencies What You Learn With Us: • When to pursue 8(a) certification • Meet contracting officers • Expand business base • Diversify customer types • Maintain commercial contracts Best Practices: • How to manage mentor/protege relationships • Pros and cons of 8(a) contracting • Developing strategies to balance business • Designing transition and exit strategy early for successful graduation