GSA Schedule - Advantages

An old post (with relevant information) on GSA Schedules and winning FED GOV Contracts (Stimulus/ARRA or not). From Suart Lander & our friends at Public Spend:

http://blog.publicspend.com/publicspend/blog/tag/jennifer-schaus/

More tips for Networking,

Apparantly networking is the key to forming relationships, which eventually lead to sales & revenue. Some attend networking for the free food and drinks. Others are there to market themselves (their businesses) and draw value from the handshakes and card swapping.

Michelle Villalobos recently gathered feedback from the experts on your "Biggest Tip for Effective Networking". This was posted on her blog. We were featured in the blog, highlighting our 3rd Thursdays NETWORKING at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Michelle's Blog:
http://michellevillalobos.wordpress.com/2011/05/10/biggest-tip-for-effective-networking/

3rd Thursdays at The Kennedy Center:
http://JenniferSchaus3.eventbrite.com

Thank You,

Jennifer Schaus
Washington, DC

10 Tips for Networking - from GOV PLAYERS

Isaac Barnes of Gov Players in Washington, DC recently attended our 3rd Thursdays Networking & Culture at The Kennedy Center for Government Contractors.

He stepped away with these thoughts & networking tips:

http://govplayers.com/10-tips-for-networking-at-government-contracting-events/

Thanks for sharing, Isaac!

B2G Networking in Washington, DC

Thanks to all who have attended & supported
"3rd Thursdays"
B2G Culture & Networking
NEXT EVENTS:
Thursday, JUNE 16
Thursday, JULY 21
Government Contractors
B2G NETWORKING
Third Thursdays


Please join
JENNIFER SCHAUS & ASSOCIATES
http://www.JenniferSchaus.com
for
Culture & B2G Networking
at
The Kennedy Center
*Every 3rd Thursday*
5:30pm - 7:30pm EST
This is a FREE EVENT

TIPS ON NETWORKING FROM GOV PLAYERS:
http://govplayers.com/10-tips-for-networking-at-government-contracting-events/

WHAT:
This is strictly a high level professional networking event, not a conference, trade show or seminar. It is a free event. We encourage conversation and exchange of business cards. ******We highly discourage handing out any promotional materials, flyers, brochures, etc.******

WHO ATTENDS:
Approximately 50-60 attendees including B2G Contractors, B2G Service Providers, B2G Curious, Government Employees, Embassy Officials, Consultants, Job Seekers, International Professionals, etc. All PROFESSIONALS are welcome!
WHERE:
WE MEET ON THE FOYER LEVEL (main level) near the MILLENNIUM STAGE area.
We are usually situated about 40-50 yards behind the last row of seats for the Millennium Stage performance.

WHEN:
Every THIRD THURSDAY of the month

5:30 - 7:30pm, EST (Please note this is a NEW TIME)

TRANSPORTATION and PARKING:
*There is a FREE Kennedy Center Shuttle bus from the Foggy Bottom metro (Blue / Orange lines) running every 10 minutes until midnight. There is also a parking garage (PAY-FOR)) and some (metered) street parking.

NOTE:
The theater beverage area hosts half-price beverages on select items from 5-6pm.
Available items include soda, juice, water, champagne, wine, beer and theater snack food.
Millennium Stage Music Performance 6-7pm
Networking from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
This event is a monthly recurring event EVERY 3rd THURSDAY of the month.

*Jennifer Schaus & Associates is not a recruiting firm.

Please join us and extend the invite to your network.


FAQ's -- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is your next event?
This is a monthly recurring event. It takes place the 3rd Thursday of the month.
Where do you meet?
We meet at the Kennedy Center, Foyer Level, Millennium Stage Area.
Is there a cost to attend?
No. This is a free event.
Is there parking?
Yes. The Kennedy Center has a parking garage and there is a cost associated with parking. You may also be able to find street parking (mostly metered)
Is this metro accessible?
Yes. Take the Foggy Bottom Metro - Blue/Orange line. Just outside the metro, hop on the FREE Kennedy Center (red) shuttle bus. It runs round trip every 5 - 10 minutes.
Can I hand out brochures, pamphlets or flyers?
No. We encourage conversation and business card exchange ONLY.
Is this event for companies that wish to sell to the GOV or is it geared towards job-seekers?
The event is B2G - for those Businesses that are or wish to sell to the GOV. Occassionally our attendance is made up of job-seekers, rcruites and companies that are hiring. All professionals are welcome.
What is your snow policy?
If the Kennedy Center is closed - the event is OFF. If the Kennedy Center is open, we will meet.
Who attends?
Typicaly 50-60 professionals. This ranges from government contractors, government consultants and some government employees. Prime contractors as well as small businesses attend. There is a wide mix ranging from IT to international business development professionals, CO's from the Federal Government, recruiters and many others.
I have a GSA Schedule and 8a status, should I attend?
We welcome all professionals including GOV Contactors just starting out as well as seasoned firms.
Can I wear jeans?
The Kennedy Center is DC's premiere performing arts center. Please dress in appropriate business professional attire.
Is the Kennedy Center wheelchair accessible and do they allow seeing eye dogs?
Yes and yes.
Can I send you my resume, CV?
Jennifer Schaus & Associates is not a recruiting firm. Sometimes the attendance includes recruiters and companies who are hiring that attend the event - so please send your resume to these individuals.
Is there a conference or presentation or trade show?
No. This is a networking event.
Can I share this event with my colleagues?
Yes. All professionals are welcome.
What business is Jennifer Schaus & Associates in? Are you an event planner? Are you hiring?
We help companies who wish to sell to the FED GOV. We are not event planners. No, we are not hiring but actively work with GOV Consulants to refer business back and forth.

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING
3rd THURSDAYS
at
The Kennedy Center