ACT-IAC Small Business Alliance: Straight Talk with Thomas Leney

This event qualifies for 2 CLPs

Want to do business with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Have questions about current procurement rules, changes or how the VA will create business opportunities for small business under this new administration!” Join the ACT-IAC Small Business Alliance on Wednesday, February 15th at the 20 F Street Conference Center for Straight Talk featuring Thomas Leney.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs OSDBU focuses on growing small businesses, ensuring that they are procurement-ready and able to engage with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Training Fees:
Government Members: No Cost
Industry Members: $45.00
Non-Member Participants: $90.00

During this program, Mr. Leney will discuss the importance of Small Business to the VA in addition to steps Small Businesses can take in order to grow and succeed in the federal market. As with all ACT-IAC events, audience participation is highly encouraged and attendee collaboration is vital for success.

Individuals who successfully complete this program are eligible to receive 2 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs). Individuals may obtain their CLPs by visiting the event registration desk at the end of the event or by sending an email request to Michael McRae, Membership Manager within one week after the event. Contact mmcrae@actiac.org for information about the education credits available for this event. For further information on CLP credits visit https://www.actiac.org/learning/continuing-education-units

Speaker and Presenter Information

Thomas J. Leney

Executive Director for Small and Veteran Business Programs, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Thomas is responsible for programs that promote small business participation in VA procurements, with special emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs and VOSBs).

His personal experiences as a government contractor have enabled Mr. Leney to mentor small businesses on the complexities of the federal acquisition process. His earlier work at Winrock International and the United Nations Foundation overseeing the development of projects to support the U.S. Government and the United Nations around the world has given him an understanding of the importance and the complexities of program and partnership development on many levels