North Atlantic Region Industry Day + Training Symposium

Marriott Ownings Mills Metro Centre
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North Atlantic Region Industry Day + Training Symposium

Monday, February 8, 2026 – Wednesday, February 10, 2026

The North Atlantic Region Industry Day + Training Symposium is a collaborative effort led by the North Atlantic Region SAME Posts (Baltimore, Chesapeake, Mid Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia) working together to deliver a revitalized and impactful event for the region. Designed to reconnect industry and government, the symposium will bring together public-sector representatives and private-sector professionals for a full day of training, dialogue, and partnership-building. This event builds on a successful program that existed in the past but gradually fell off, and its return reflects a renewed commitment to regional collaboration, professional development, and mission support. By reestablishing this forum, the North Atlantic Region aims to strengthen relationships, share critical insights, and better align industry capabilities with government needs.Secure your North Atlantic Industry Day Tickets!

Call For Abstracts

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Suggested Presentation Topics 

The conference agenda will be developed based on the abstracts received. We are seeking presentations that highlight practical applications, challenges, and lessons learned. Suggested topic areas include: (please note that sales pitches will not be accepted)  

A/E/C – Design Through Construction 

  • FAR overhaul: policy, implementation, and lessons learned 
  • Alternative delivery methods—from RFP/SOW to project execution (including OTA and Progressive Design Build) 
  • Partnering success stories and overcoming project challenges 
  • CMMC implementation, compliance, and best practices 
  • Government implementation timelines for CMMC 
  • PFAS regulatory updates and project case studies 

AI, Innovation & Resilience 

  • Integrating AI into business development and project delivery/execution  
  • Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and agency experiences 
  • Innovative project delivery case studies 
  • PFAS and emerging technologies 
  • Innovation while meeting CMMC requirements 

Small Business 

  • Mentor-Protégé Programs—competitive and sole-source strategies 
  • Hiring and integrating transitioning veterans 
  • Leadership and relationship building 
  • Government Contracting 101 and navigating SAM.gov 
  • Small business management best practices through project case studies 
  • Government small business priorities and future direction 

  

Presentation Requirements 

To provide the most value to attendees, presentations should be based on real-world case studies and include: 

  • A project that is completed or substantially complete 
  • Challenges encountered during project execution 
  • Innovative solutions implemented 
  • Practical lessons learned and recommendations 
  • Tangible takeaways for attendees (checklists, contact information, resource lists, etc.) 

2027 Sponsors

Be part of our amazing list of sponsors. To learn more about our sponsorship opportunities check out our sponsor package.

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Contact Nichole McGuire for more information! nmcguire@ecslimited.com