News Summary
The Energy Technology and Environmental Business Association is organizing the inaugural Hanford Federal Business Opportunities Forum in Kennewick, Washington. Scheduled for August 14, the forum aims to connect businesses with contract opportunities at the Hanford Site. The event will feature key updates on contract management and various panels, alongside a networking celebration the evening before. Registration for the event is $300 for members and $450 for non-members. ETEBA represents over 250 companies and focuses on promoting business within the energy and environmental sectors.
Washington State to Host First Hanford Federal Business Opportunities Forum on August 14
The Energy Technology and Environmental Business Association (ETEBA) is organizing its inaugural Hanford Federal Business Opportunities Forum on August 14, 2023, at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington. This event is designed to connect businesses with potential contracts at the Hanford Site, a significant Department of Energy facility.
The forum will feature a full-day agenda that includes vital updates regarding Hanford prime contract management and business opportunities. Participants will also receive updates from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, as well as insights from various panels focused on topics ranging from environmental cleanup to clean energy. State Senator Matt Boehnke from Kennewick is scheduled to deliver the keynote address.
Attendees can expect a networking celebration on the evening of August 13 at Barnard Griffin Winery, which will include live music, food, and wine, providing a relaxed setting to foster connections ahead of the main event.
Registration and Attendance Costs
The registration fee for the forum is set at $300 for ETEBA members and $450 for non-members. Interested parties can find additional details and complete the registration process by visiting the ETEBA website.
Concurrent Events Enhancing Networking Opportunities
On the same day as the forum, TradeWind Services LLC will hold its second quarterly networking event and open house. This event will take place from 5 p.m. to midnight at 1100 Jadwin Ave., Suite 200, in Richland, and attendance will be free of charge. This concurrent event aims to further enrich networking possibilities for attendees of the Hanford Forum.
ETEBA’s Mission and Past Events
ETEBA, which represents over 250 companies across various sectors, including environmental, technology, energy, engineering, and construction, is dedicated to driving business in these fields for both government and commercial clients. The association has successfully hosted large conferences in states such as New Mexico, South Carolina, and Tennessee, and seeks to highlight Hanford’s status as a prominent site for procurement opportunities in the energy sector.
Ericka Rice, the executive vice president of operations at TradeWind Services and a member of the ETEBA board, expressed enthusiasm regarding the upcoming forum, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among local businesses and government entities for future initiatives.
Conclusion
The first Hanford Federal Business Opportunities Forum promises to be a significant event for businesses interested in opportunities at one of the country’s largest energy sites. With a range of informative panels, expert speakers, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights that could lead to enhanced business prospects in the energy and environmental sectors.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- Tri-Cities Business News: ETEBA Hanford
- Wikipedia: Hanford Site
- Tri-Cities Business News: ETEBA Event Image
- Google Search: Hanford Federal Business Opportunities Forum
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Energy Technology and Environmental Business Association
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