Description

Virtual Networking Event. Occurs the third Thursday of each month, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.  
The purpose of this event is to better connect our members with opportunities in the international development community. The networking event will feature special guests such as large companies seeking small business partners and procurement officials from USAID, State Department, and other key agencies within the international environment. 

This month's event is scheduled on Wednesday, August 19th and will feature a key leader from the Small Business Association (SBA)

Nirav “Nick” Rajpara is an Economic Development Specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Washington D.C. Area Metro Office (WMADO). In this role, he collaborates with local: SBA Resource Partners, (public and private) economic development organizations, and other stakeholders to develop, bolster and support informational initiatives which aid and assist small business and entrepreneurs across the capital region. In addition, he is the Program Manager for SBA’s Emerging Leaders Program, a CEO academy which guides small business leaders on scaling and growing their business. He also conducts HUBZone site inspections for certified HUBZone firms in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. He holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration, and a Masters Degree in Public Policy from Pepperdine University. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Riverside.

It’s also a great way to connect with new and old colleagues and learn about the transformational work small businesses are doing around the world. Sign up now to reserve your spot for the this event and future networking events.