Access to government contracting remains one of the most significant pathways for small businesses seeking sustainable growth, and a new statewide initiative is helping connect entrepreneurs to those opportunities.
As reported by the Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM), the agency will host its Ready, Set, GROW! Procurement Connections Workshop on June 18, 2026, at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill. The free event is designed to connect small, minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses with procurement officers and state agencies responsible for billions of dollars in annual contracting opportunities.
The workshop reflects Maryland’s broader commitment to creating a more inclusive economic ecosystem by helping businesses navigate government procurement processes, build relationships with purchasing officials, and access resources that support long-term growth.
For Prince George’s County businesses, the event presents an opportunity to gain insight into programs such as Maryland’s Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Small Business Reserve (SBR), and Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) programs. These initiatives are designed to help eligible businesses compete for state contracts while expanding access to new revenue streams and growth opportunities.
Government procurement can serve as a catalyst for business expansion, providing companies with opportunities to diversify their customer base, increase capacity, create jobs, and strengthen long-term financial stability. Events like Ready, Set, GROW! help demystify the procurement process and connect entrepreneurs directly with decision-makers and resource partners.
The workshop is expected to draw business leaders from Prince George’s, Montgomery, Anne Arundel, and Howard counties, further reinforcing Prince George’s County’s role as a regional hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and business development.
DoSEM Secretary Walter Simmons emphasized the importance of creating equitable pathways for business success, noting that economic mobility includes ensuring entrepreneurs have meaningful opportunities to grow, compete, and build wealth through productive business relationships.
As Prince George’s County continues to support small business growth and entrepreneurship, initiatives that improve access to capital, contracts, and strategic partnerships remain critical to building a resilient and competitive local economy.
Original Source: Prince George's Post Business News