CDCA’s 74th Strategic Business Industry Outreach Initiative (SBIOI)

Connecting Government and Industry to Drive Collaboration and Innovation

The CDCA Strategic Business Industry Outreach Initiative (SBIOI) brings government and industry together in a collaborative forum to discuss the most pressing challenges facing the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) today. Each event convenes over 500 professionals to share insights, explore emerging initiatives, and build relationships that carry forward throughout the year.

Originally launched as the Small Business Industry Outreach Initiative (SBIOI) Symposium, the SBIOI continues to prioritize opportunities for small and emerging businesses while fostering collaboration across large and established companies. These events serve as a launching point for topics, partnerships, and initiatives that evolve into actionable insights at the Eastern Defense Summit (EDS) and beyond.

Why Attend?

• Engage directly with government leaders, including NIWC Atlantic and other agencies, on current challenges and upcoming contracting opportunities.
• Gain exclusive insight into procurement opportunities and the evolving needs of the defense sector.
• Network with small, large, emerging, and established businesses to explore prime and subcontracting partnerships.
• Contribute to discussions on real-world challenges and help shape relevant content for future events.

By fostering year-round engagement and collaboration, the SBIOI provides a vital entry point for small businesses and a rich platform for all stakeholders to strengthen relationships, share solutions, and advance the mission of our nation’s defense.