U.S. General Services Administration
Connect with GSA at the Vermont Chamber’s 2024 Manufacturing Summit, November 13 and 14
BOSTON – The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), New England Region, will participate in the
Vermont Chamber of Commerce’s reimagined 2024 Manufacturing Summit scheduled for Nov. 13-14, 2024, at the recently renovated Hotel Champlain in Burlington, Vermont.
This year’s Manufacturing Summit – themed “Resilience by Design” – is ideal for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators looking to explore and address the challenges of manufacturing in a rapidly evolving regulatory and trade environment.
Key offerings and content focus areas at this year’s summit include:
● B2B Matchmaking: Facilitating connections between manufacturers and potential partners
● Cybersecurity: Addressing the latest threats and protections in the manufacturing sector
● Supply Chain Management: Developing resilient and efficient supply chain strategies
● Workforce Development: Exploring solutions to workforce challenges and skill gaps
● State and Federal Regulations: Navigating the regulatory landscape that impacts manufacturing
● Contract Manufacturing: Exploring opportunities and challenges in the contracting space
As global markets and regulations shift, manufacturers must adapt to maintain competitive advantages and ensure long-term success. This summit will bring together experts to discuss strategies for building resilient supply chains, leveraging technology for greater adaptability, and understanding the implications of new trade agreements, and regulatory changes.
On Thursday, at 9:00 a.m., Francis Thomas, GSA Regional Administrator for the New England, Northeast and Caribbean Regions, will provide opening remarks discussing GSA’s role in the region and with small businesses.
Event Details:
When:
Wednesday, Nov. 13
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Networking Reception
Thursday, Nov. 14
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sessions
Location:
Hotel Champlain
60 Battery Street
Burlington, Vermont
Registration: Those interested in attending this event can register at: The 2024 Manufacturing Summit
The New England Region’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization serves as GSA’s regional liaison for small businesses within Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. It is the mission of the OSDBU to promote increased access for small businesses to GSA's nationwide procurement opportunities.
Media Contact: Paul Hughes 617-283-6142 paul.hughes@gsa.gov
About GSA:
GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government, managing a nationwide real estate portfolio of nearly 370 million rentable square feet,
overseeing over $100 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivering technology services that serve millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA’s mission is to deliver the best customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.