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Wednesday, September 25
 

7:30am CDT

Registration
Wednesday September 25, 2024 7:30am - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center
Check in for participants, exhibitors, and prime firms.
Wednesday September 25, 2024 7:30am - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center

8:00am CDT

Coffee Connect
Wednesday September 25, 2024 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Palmer Event Center
Make the most of this opportunity to connect with other business owners and representatives from various city departments and business support organizations who will be present as exhibitors.  
Wednesday September 25, 2024 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Palmer Event Center

8:00am CDT

Exhibit Hall
Wednesday September 25, 2024 8:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center
Connection participants are encouraged to visit with representatives from City of Austin departments, county, state, and federal agencies and offices, business support organizations, and prime firms that have active contracts with the city.
Wednesday September 25, 2024 8:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center

9:00am CDT

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Wednesday September 25, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am CDT
Palmer Event Center
Welcome remarks and overview of the event.
Speakers
avatar for T.C. Broadnax

T.C. Broadnax

City Manager, City of Austin
avatar for Edward Campos

Edward Campos

Director, Small and Minority Business Resources
Edward Campos currently serves as the Director for the Small and Minority Business Resources Department. In this role, Edward oversees the management and operation of a department of 35 staff members. He provides direction to an Assistant Director who supervises three Division Managers... Read More →
avatar for Sylnovia Holt-Rabb

Sylnovia Holt-Rabb

Director, Economic Development
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James Scarboro

Chief Procurement Officer, Financial Services
avatar for Felecia Shaw

Felecia Shaw

Acting Assistant Director/Compliance Officer, Small and MInority Business Resources
Moving directly from college student to career public servant, Felecia Shaw, developed a passion for public policy and has crafted her experience and love of community and service with the City of Austin.  With over 26 years of experience with the City, 24 years have been focused... Read More →
Wednesday September 25, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am CDT
Palmer Event Center

9:15am CDT

Open for Business: Overview of City of Austin Projects
Wednesday September 25, 2024 9:15am - 10:45am CDT
Palmer Event Center
This engaging panel discussion will feature representatives from City of Austin departments who will share details on upcoming project opportunities and highlight how small businesses will contribute to their success. 
Speakers
avatar for Eric Bailey

Eric Bailey

Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services
avatar for Lyn Estabrook

Lyn Estabrook

Airport Deputy Chief Officer - Planning & Development, Aviation
Lyn Estabrook has over 26 years of experience in planning, design, and construction and over 9 years of experience in aviation and airport experience. She is a licensed Architect with a Project Management Professional Certification (PMP). Lyn is the Airport Deputy Chief Officer of... Read More →
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Shane Harbinson

Chief Development Officer, Aviation
avatar for Tamela Saldana, PhD

Tamela Saldana, PhD

Assistant Director, Small and Minority Business Resources
avatar for Trisha Tatro

Trisha Tatro

Director, Convention Center
Trisha Tatro has been the Director of the Austin Convention Center Department (ACCD) since June 30, 2021, bringing over 22 years of experience with the organization. Before her current role, Tatro served as Interim Director beginning in February 2020 and was Assistant Director since... Read More →
avatar for Elaine Veselka

Elaine Veselka

VP for Electric System - Engineering & Tech Services, Austin Energy
Serving as Austin Energy’s Vice President of Engineering and Technical Services, Elaine Veselka oversees Transmission and Distribution Planning, Design and Engineering, System Operations, Advanced Grid Technologies, Emergency Management, and Electric Service Delivery Shared Services... Read More →
Wednesday September 25, 2024 9:15am - 10:45am CDT
Palmer Event Center

11:00am CDT

Networking Tips
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:00am - 11:15am CDT
Palmer Event Center
Learn how to leverage your connections and make the most of networking events.
Speakers
avatar for Katherine Sobel

Katherine Sobel

Program Manager II, Economic Development
Katherine Sobel is a Program Manager in the Small Business Division of the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department. In her role, Katherine provides business consulting and technical assistance to prospective and existing business owners across a variety of topics. Katherine... Read More →
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:00am - 11:15am CDT
Palmer Event Center

11:15am CDT

Speed Networking
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center
During the speed networking session, small business owners and entrepreneurs will connect with representatives from prime firms with active City of Austin contracts. Prime firm representatives will share information about upcoming opportunities and small business owners will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and ask questions.

Small business owners and entrepreneurs should bring business cards, capability statements, and questions.
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:15am - 12:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center

12:00pm CDT

Lunch
Wednesday September 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center
Wednesday September 25, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center

1:00pm CDT

Resources for Small Businesses: Resource Matchmaking
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center
Get connected to resources for your small business from City of Austin departments. Come prepared with questions and get answers. 
Speakers
avatar for Danny Brewer

Danny Brewer

Program Manager II, Economic Development
Danny Brewer is a dynamic Program Manager at the City of Austin's Small Business Division, spearheading initiatives that empower entrepreneurs and small business owners. As the driving force behind the acclaimed small business orientation classes BizAid and BizOpen, Danny plays a... Read More →
avatar for Eddie Bynog Jr.

Eddie Bynog Jr.

Public Information Specialist, Senior, Small and Minority Business Resources
I’m Eddie Bynog, a Senior Public Information Specialist with a passion for promoting equitable opportunities for small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses. My work focuses on creating impactful outreach strategies and managing public engagement initiatives for the City of... Read More →
avatar for Evelin Garcia

Evelin Garcia

Public Information Specialist, Small and Minority Business Resources
I'm Evelin Garcia, a public information specialist for the City of Austin's Small and Minority Resources Department (SMBR). In my role, I develop and implement outreach strategies that support SMBR's impactful work in the business community.
avatar for Will Harlan

Will Harlan

Librarian III, Austin Public Library
I'm Will. I'm a Librarian at the Austin Public Library, where I manage the APL Innovate digital makerspace. At APL Innovate, we provide free access to cutting-edge hardware and software, host free classes on multimedia content creation, and help the public upskill their professional... Read More →
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Melissa Pool

Procurement Manager, Financial Services
avatar for Katherine Sobel

Katherine Sobel

Program Manager II, Economic Development
Katherine Sobel is a Program Manager in the Small Business Division of the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department. In her role, Katherine provides business consulting and technical assistance to prospective and existing business owners across a variety of topics. Katherine... Read More →
avatar for Paul Trimble

Paul Trimble

Procurement Specialist IV, Financial Services
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Palmer Event Center

1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 1: Construction Industry Insights
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 1: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
Deep dive into the city’s construction industry's nuances. Learn about City of Austin procurement processes, programs and upcoming projects.  
Speakers
avatar for Garrett Cox

Garrett Cox

Procurement Manager, Financial Services
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Sean Forkner

Contract Management Specialist IV, Financial Services
avatar for Beverly Mendez

Beverly Mendez

Procurement Manager, Financial Services
Beverly Mendez is a UPPCC Certified Public Procurement Officer, a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional and a graduate of Texas State University with a degree in accounting. Beverly brings 32 years of public procurement, contract administration and audit experience working for the... Read More →
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Thuan Nguyen

Division Manager, Utility Project Management, Capital Delivery Services
Engineer with over 20 years of experience in management, supervision, project management, engineering design, analyses, and quality assurance/control of capital projects.
SBCC Construction Presentation pdf
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 1: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor

1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 2: Professional Service Perspectives
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 2: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
Discover the intricacies of the professional services sector from those at the forefront. This session will give you the knowledge needed to thrive in this highly specialized field.
Speakers
avatar for Genest Landry

Genest Landry

Division Manager, Project Management, Capital Delivery Services
Genest Landry is the Assistant Director of Project Delivery with the City’s Capital Delivery Services Department. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a Master of Science in Structural Engineering from the University... Read More →
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Durrell McDaniel

Procurement Supervisor, Financial Services
City of Austin, Financial Services Department, supervisor within Central Procurement. Supervises the Professional Services group. Over 20 years of experience in private sector, federal, state, and local government procurement. 
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Michelle Pierre

Contract Management Supervisor II, Financial Services
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Rick Wilson

Program Consultant, Financial Services
SBCC Professional Services Presentation pdf
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 2: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor

1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 3: Tech Talks: Information Technology Industry
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 3: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
Join the City of Austin’s Chief Information Officer, Kerrica Laake for this year’s TechTalk. She will be joined by departmental and industry experts in an engaging conversation on City technology and partnership with the technology community.
Speakers
avatar for Kerrica Laake

Kerrica Laake

Chief Information Officer, Communication and Technology Management
Ms. Laake has spent her career in City government and technology, successfully engaging leadership teams, stakeholders, customers, staff, and vendors to create innovative, customer driven, community focused technology solutions for the Austin community.As the Chief Information Officer... Read More →
SBCC Tech Talks Information Technology Presentation pdf
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 3: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor

1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 4: Goods and Services
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 4: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
Are you a vendor who provides products or services? If so, attend this session to learn about the processes the City of Austin uses to buy items ranging from office supplies to construction equipment and all types of general services. You will also receive important information about procurement programs such as the Local Preference and Small Business Programs.
Speakers
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Ryan Braziel

Procurement Specialist IV, Financial Services
avatar for Marissa Jones

Marissa Jones

Procurement Specialist III, Financial Services
Hello! My name is Marissa.  I am a Procurement Specialist and have been with the City of Austin, Financial Services Department, for five years.  I generate and manage various multi-million dollar contracts and I’m passionate when it comes to helping others improve, excel, and... Read More →
avatar for Adriana Ybarra

Adriana Ybarra

Procurement Supervisor, Financial Services
SBCC Goods and Services Presentation pdf
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 4: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor

1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 5: Airport Concessions: Selection, Costs, Certifications, and More
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 5: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
Are you interested in operating as a concessionaire at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)? Curious on what it takes to be a concessionaire and if your business qualifies as an Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE)? This session will equip you with an overview of what it means to be a concessionaire, provide an overview of the ACDBE Program and understand future concession opportunities. Most importantly, attendees will receive details on the rewards, risks, and nuances of operating at the world class AUS airport!
Speakers
avatar for Jolene Cochran

Jolene Cochran

SMBR Program Manager, Small and Minority Business Resources
With over 20 years of experience in contract compliance, Jolene Cochran is an experienced leader dedicated to equity opportunities for small businesses for the City of Austin. Currently, she serves as the SMBR Program Manager for the Small & Minority Business Resources Department... Read More →
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John Gallo

Commercial Management Division Manager, Department of Aviation - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
I have 20 years of experience in Airport Mangement with the last 12 years focused on Commerical Management and Development.  From 2005-2013 I worked at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston for 8 years as an Operations Manager.  From 2013-2021 I worked at the San Antonio International... Read More →
SBCC Airport and ACDBE Presentation pdf
Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 5: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor
 
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