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Fairfax City Economic Development Hosts:

2026 Small Business Symposium

September 29, 2026

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (EDT)

Sherwood Community Center

3740 Blenheim Blvd

Fairfax VA 22030-1806

Free Event

A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event, Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness, Intermediate Level, Introductory Level, Networking Event, Orientation, Basic Training, Introductory Topics, Proposal Preparation / Response, State and Local (SWaM, eVA, Micro)

Attendees will gain practical insights into drafting effective teaming and joint venture agreements, avoiding common pitfalls that can jeopardize small business certifications, and structuring partnerships to maximize competitive advantages while maintaining compliance and minimizing risk.

Exhibitors on-site for networking may include:

Fairfax City Economic Development

City of Fairfax Procurement Office

George Mason University Purchasing

Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD)

Virginia APEX Accelerator

Parking Information:

Free public parking is located in front of the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center and the Fairfax City Police Department. Overflow parking is available at Van Dyck Park, the next driveway after the Sherwood Center, with pedestrian paths connecting to the park for easy access.

Registration Information Coming Soon