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Event keynote speaker... and Master of Ceremonies...
Lisa Nichols Dwane Brown
Nationally Known News Editor/Anchor-
Motivational Speaker San Diego Week KPBS TV,
& Best-selling Author Co-host NPR’s Morning
Edition-Radio
Where
San Diego Convention Center
111 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 522-5000
Contact:
SCOOPSan Diego County Water Authority
scoop@sdcwa.org
(858) 522-6515
Education Tracks:
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Top 4 Issues Facing the Construction Industry (RCPC)
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Billion Dollar Programs Underway in San Diego
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Gaining a Competitive Advantage in Project Interviews
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State of California's New e-Procurement System
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Secrets to Building Relationships with Public Agencies
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Show Me the Money - A Financial Workshop for Small Business
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Social Media Marketing - Cutting Edge Businesses Making it Work
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What Primes are Looking for When Teaming with Subconsultants
Sponsor/Exhibitor Information:
Please consider becoming an event sponsor/exhibitor today. More information about sponsorship levels and packages is available here. In-kind and volunteer sponsorship opportunities are also available. We have made it as easy as possible to register as an event sponsor/exhibitor; you can register online or you can fax or email the completed commitment form to us.
* All tables will be located in the exhibit hall area, on the Second Level. To inquire about available exhibit tables, please call 858-522-6515.
Please plan to bring a tabletop exhibit that does not require electricity.
*Special note: Exhibit table assignments are made in advance. Exhibit tables may be set up from 7 to 9 a.m. on the day of the event and must be removed by 5:30 p.m.
Interested in doing business with the Water Authority?
Click here to register with The Network, the Water Authority’s collaborative, online vendor registration, solicitation, and notification system.
2009 Paths to Partnerships Event Information and Documents:
The 11th Paths to Partnerships Forum took place on October 20th at the Hilton San Diego and was a resounding success. More than 800 people attended this one day event which included an exhibit hall with over 85 public agencies, contractors, vendors, and suppliers coming together to support the region’s small business community.
11th Annual Paths to Partnerships Regional Forum Downloads:
2009 Attendee Directory
2009 Exhibitors
2009 Sponsors
2009 Workshops and Speakers
Media Center
Calendar announcement (August 13, 2010)Assistance for the Disabled:
If you are disabled in any way and need accomodation to participate in the event, please call us at (858) 522-6515 or email us at scoop@sdcwa.org for assistance at least three (3) working days prior to the event so the necessary arrangements can be made.12th Annual Regional Networking Forum
Thursday, October 21, 2010
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall opens at 9 a.m.
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ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN - Click the "Register Now!" button below
The 12th Annual Paths to Partnerships Regional Forum is a collaborative regional outreach event for small businesses interested in working with public agencies. It provides firms with an opportunity to learn about government contracts and forge business relationships with public agencies and other government contractors. This year's event will be held at the San Diego Convention Center.
Come meet local, state, and federal officials and buyers and learn about the contracting opportunities they have available. Additionally, at the event, you will be able to:
- Visit vendor and public agency exhibits*
- Participate in discussion forums
- Learn about challenges associated with building, maintaining, and improving public infrastructure
- Learn how to do business with the state, federal, and local government agencies
- Obtain small business and disabled veteran business enterprise certification information
- Establish new business relationships
*For sponsorship levels and pricing, see lower left-hand column.
For hotel accommodations click here.
Registration and Parking Information
Early bird registration is $50 and ends September 13. After this date, registration is $60 and all payments must be made at the door by check or cash.
Parking at the San Diego Convention Center is $10 per day and is self parking. There are no in and out privileges. Paying for parking is separate from the event.
As an alternative to driving, consider taking the bus or trolley to the event. For more information about taking public transportion to the San Diego Convention Center, click here.
*Payment will be processed by PayPal. If you have a PayPal account, you may choose to pay using your linked bank account or a major credit/debit card. If you don't have an account and do not wish to create one, you will be asked to pay by credit card.
*We regret that we cannot provide refunds for this event.
Hosted by:
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Sponsored by:
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Olivenhain Municipal Water District
CH2M Hill, Inc. MJE Marketing Services, Inc. Black & Veatch
County of San Diego Dudek Bulk Industries, Inc.
Helix Water District ECORP Consulting, Inc. Soil Retention Systems
Port of San Diego
About SCOOP
The Water Authority's Small Contractor Outreach and Opportunities Program (SCOOP) is designed to maximize the participation of small businesses on Water Authority contracts and procurements. The SCOOP outreach approach is to incorporate activities focused on networking, training, and technical assistance to increase small business bidders and contractors on Water Authority projects.
About the State of California Department of General Services
The State of California Department of General Services serves as business manager for the State of California, with more than 4,000 employees and a budget in excess of one billion dollars. The DGS contracts out more than $9 billion every year to small businesses. It helps to better serve the public by providing a variety of services to state agencies through innovative procurement and acquisition solutions, creative real estate management and design, state-of-the-art telecommunications, environmentally friendly transportation, and funding for the construction of safe schools. State agencies are also encouraged to buy from certified Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises, whenever possible.
About Public Agency Consortium
PAC is a partnership of San Diego regional public agencies focused on increasing both the bidding opportunities and likelihood of success of small businesses on public agency contracts. The partnership includes the following public agencies: San Diego County Water Authority, Unified Port of San Diego, San Diego International Airport, Centre City Development Corporation, City of San Diego, County of San Diego, San Diego Association of Governments, San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center and the San Diego Unified School District. Members of PAC meet to plan events, collaborate on outreach and improve the reliability of outreach resources.
About the San Diego County Water Authority
The Water Authority is a public agency serving the San Diego region as a wholesale supplier of water. The Water Authority works through its 24 member agencies to provide a safe, reliable water supply to support the region's $174 billion economy and the quality of life of 3.2 million residents.
