
2024 SAME Federal Small Business Conference
Connect with Federal experts Mike Minton, Emmett Ahearn, Patrick Dugan, Lance Lippencott, Susan Kirkhope, Hope Birkel, and Mentor-Protégé partners Atriax and studio 2G Architects at Booth #1340.
- Department of State Business Opportunities
Join Mike Minton to explore construction opportunities through the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, with a focus on Embassy projects. Get updates on the State Department’s worldwide facilities operations and maintenance requirements.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM CST Room: R02-03
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Principal and Federal Client Leader-Civilian, Michael Minton, AIA1 6
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Principal and Federal Client Leader Emmett Ahearn, AIA2 6
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Principal and Federal Client Leader-Military Patrick Dugan, PE PMP3 6
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Principal and Senior Project Manager Lance Lippencott, PE4 6
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Associate and Healthcare Designer Susan Kirkhope, AIA5 6
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Federal Pursuit Manager Hope Birkel6 6Back to Start
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