Business-to-Business Networking Event Connects Contractors

The Small Business Outreach Team is at it again. Recently, a networking event was held to connect businesses interested in contracting opportunities with the MOVEBR Program.

On May 27, 2021, the Small Business Outreach Team in partnership the Louisiana Associated General Contractors and the SJB Group held an event, "Networking with MOVEBR Contractors.” Representatives of the City-Parish and the Program Management Team provided an update on the City-Parish's newly created Division of Supplier Diversity and Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Certification and discussed the 12-Month Projected Advertisement Outlook.

The highlight of the event was the opportunity for sub and prime contractors to interact with each other to discuss potential opportunities for partnerships on MOVEBR Projects. Prime contractors were able to share with sub-contractors the type of services they contract out. Over 60 individuals attended, and connections were formed as a result of this event. Moving forward many of these firms will seek to form partnerships where applicable to bid on future construction opportunities.

If you missed the in-person event, and you are interested in being connected, you are encouraged to participate in the small business video library.