Session 1: Are You Contract Ready? Building Your Foundation for Contracting Success

Before you chase big contracts, make sure your business can confidently deliver. In this interactive session, we’ll break down what it truly means to be “contract-ready”—financially, operationally, and administratively. You’ll learn how to assess your current business infrastructure, meet the essential requirements for government and private sector contracts, and position your company to win competitive opportunities. We’ll also explore the key differences between being a prime contractor and a subcontractor, so you can identify the role that best fits your capacity, resources, and goals.

Session 2: Are You Ready for Sports & Entertainment Contracting? Navigating the LA Sports and Entertainment Industry

The sports and entertainment industries are more than just games, concerts, and events—they are multi-billion-dollar ecosystems that rely on businesses of all types and sizes to deliver goods and services. From stadium construction to catering, logistics, marketing, and technology, the opportunities for small and diverse businesses are vast.

Session 3: Are You Ready for the LA Sports & Entertainment Procurement Summit (LASEPS)? Preparing to participate, connect and engage at the Procurement Summit on October 23, 2025

The LA Sports & Entertainment Procurement Summit on October 23, 2025, will bring together the industry, including resource partners and small businesses, for one of the year’s most important and exciting events in the sports and entertainment contracting space. This informational session is designed to highlight what to expect at the upcoming Summit and provide practical resources small businesses need to make the most of their time at the Summit.