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Washington APEX Accelerator is excited to co-host the Local Procurement Symposium 2026 with the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Thurston EDC, 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA. 

This free half-day workshop is a prime opportunity to: 

• Network directly with procurement reps from Thurston County agencies 
• Meet prime contractors like Skanska, Mortenson, Absher, Centennial, and others for subcontracting opportunities 
• Learn IP protection strategies from the USPTO (Innovation & Technology Track) 
• Hear about subcontracting paths and resources to grow your business with government contracts 

Bonus: Sign up on-site for a 2-minute elevator pitch to showcase your business to the full audience (first-come, first-served). 

This event is no cost, and perfect for businesses ready to pursue local government and prime contractor work. Can you join us? 

Please register here: Register for Local Procurement Symposium

Hope to see you there—it's a great way to build those key connections!