October 20–22, 2025 | Arlington, VA
The Department of Defense (DoD) will host its annual Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) Summit in Arlington, Virginia, bringing together small businesses, prime contractors, acquisition professionals, and federal stakeholders. This three-day event, hosted by the DoD Office of Small Business Programs, is designed to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and strengthen the defense industrial base.
With a strong focus on partnership, innovation, and capability development, the Summit provides a unique platform for networking and strategic alignment. Attendees can expect:
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Small Business Engagement: Explore opportunities to connect with prime contractors and DoD leaders who are seeking innovative solutions.
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Knowledge Sharing: Learn best practices for navigating defense contracting and scaling capabilities within the industrial base.
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Collaboration Opportunities: Build mentor-protégé relationships that support growth, innovation, and mission readiness.
The MPP Summit is more than a conference it’s a bridge between emerging businesses and established defense partners, ensuring the Department of Defense has the robust, agile, and innovative supply chain it needs for the future.
Save the Date: October 20–22, 2025. Whether you’re a small business aiming to expand into defense contracting or a prime contractor looking to strengthen your partnerships, this event is the place to be.