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04/08/2026

Join the Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce and VDOT Richmond District on June 16, 2026, at VDOT Mechanicsville for Hospitality & Infrastructure Opportunity Day!

We connect small businesses, suppliers, and service providers with prime contractors, developers, and 25+ curated buyers driving hotels, resorts, retail, and entertainment projects across Virginia.

Hear from expert industry leaders on investment trends, building strategies, and the role of transportation in tourism and infrastructure growth. Our action-focused Buyer ProcureCon EXPO is designed to create real contracts, partnerships, and opportunities.

💡 Your next big opportunity starts here—don’t miss out!
📌 Register at: https://hospitalityVA.eventbrite.com
📌 Exhibit/Sponsor info: [email protected]

04/03/2026

: Summit and Buyer Day is open to all!
Mark the Date and reserve your seat!

Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce and a coalition of buyers and agencies are bringing together government agencies, prime contractors, and pre-vetted small businesses for our iconic, high-impact, curated event in hashtag —the Mid-Atlantic hub for technology and economic growth.

📅 When: Friday, June 12, 2026 | 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 Where: VDOT NOVA Headquarters, Fairfax, VA
🎟 Register at: https://cyberVA2026.eventbrite.com

Why attend?

A. Direct access to decision-makers and procurement-ready suppliers
B. Focused sessions on cyber, AI, emerging technologies, logistics, and diverse sector buyers
C. Networking that drives real contracting outcomes, not just conversations.

💡 Seats and exhibitor spots are limited—this is a high-value, curated experience designed to make every connection count.

🟦 Small businesses: Learn what buyers really need in 2026 and explore teaming opportunities.

🟦 Service providers, agencies: Meet a pre-qualified, diverse supplier pipeline aligned with your contracting priorities.

🎟 Register now: https://cyberVA2026.eventbrite.com

09/09/2025

On September 5, 2025, at Logistics Industry Day at Ferguson in New[ort News, we proudly recognized Mr. John Larson, Vice President of Public Affairs at Dominion EnergyDominion Energy, for his visionary leadership on the Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) Project in Virginia Beach.

Surrounded by VACC Members from across the nation, entrepreneurs, corporations, local, sttae, and national government leaders, Mr. Larson was presented with a plaque that reads:

In Recognition of Your Leadership with Vision and Impact
Presented to JOHN LARSON – Dominion Energy
In recognition of your visionary leadership in the CVOW Project and your dedication to engaging and empowering the community
September 5, 2025

We at VACC are deeply grateful to John and the Dominion Energy team for their commitment to engaging and empowering our communities. This recognition reflects not only his leadership but also the trust and collaboration that fuel progress for Virginia’s future.

Please join us in congratulating John on this well-deserved honor!

09/07/2025

We are deeply grateful!

On Friday, September 5, we were honored to host the 10th Annual Pan Asian Industry Day & Buyers EXPO – ProcureCon Supply Chain & Logistics, at the beautiful Ferguson Enterprises HQ3’s Conference Center in Newport News, “The City on The Move”.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our outstanding dynamic speakers, including:
• Willie Fuller, ECPI University – Cybersecurity at the Crossroads
• Pam Croom, City of Newport News – Opportunities in Supply Chain and Logistics
• Dr. Elspeth McMahon, Old Dominion University – Future of Maritime Supply Chains
• John Larson, Dominion Energy CVOW Project – Offshore Wind as a Catalyst for Growth
• Jim Spencer, U.S. Small Business Administration – Rebuilding American Industry

Together, we are building a stronger, more connected future for small businesses and our region.

09/02/2025

: Introducing Our Distinguished Panelists & KeynoteSpeaker at ProcureCon Industry Day Coastal Virginia!

On September 5: In collaboration with Ferguson is proud to bring together thought leaders who are shaping the future of supply chains, logistics, and small business growth.

🔹 Session 1: Supply chain Industry Trends

Professor Scott Gibson, Cyber Technology CIS Program Director, ECPI University * Topic: Cybersecurity at the Crossroads: Global Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Impacting Every Business. Jim will explore the rising threats to global supply chains and why every business must strengthen its cyber defenses.

Pamela Croom, Supplier Services Coordinator, Newport News City of Purchasing * Topic: Doing Business with the City of Newport News: What’s New in Logistics Opportunity? Pam will highlight new pathways for local businesses to tap into opportunities with the City’s evolving procurement system.

🔹 Session 2: hashtag Industry Trends

Dr. Elspeth McMahon, Ph.D. McMahon, Associate Vice President for Maritime Initiatives, Old Dominion University * Topic: The Future of Maritime Supply Chains: Updates in Logistics Management. Dr. McMahon will share cutting-edge developments in maritime supply chains, a cornerstone industry for Hampton Roads.

John Larson, VP of Government Affairs, Dominion Energy CVOW Project * Topic: Offshore Wind and the New Economy: CVOW as a Catalyst for Growth. John will explore how offshore wind development is driving new logistics needs, creating jobs, and transforming the regional economy.

ProcureCon Coastal Virginia 's Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker 🌟
Jim Spencer Regional Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration, Mid-Atlantic Region * Topic: Rebuilding American Industry: SBA Strategies for a Stronger U.S Supply Chain. As the voice of the SBA in The U.S Mid Atlantic, Jim will deliver a powerful address on how SBA programs and resources are equipping small businesses in hashtag and beyond to play a leading role in rebuilding America’s supply chain resilience.

From cyber threats, to logistics, offshore wind to hashtag opportunities, these sessions build toward our keynote’s vital focus—empowering small businesses as the backbone of a stronger, more competitive America.

Join us at Ferguson in City of Newport News for an impactful day of insights, connections, and strategies to fuel growth!

09/01/2025

Exciting media coverage updates from our recent Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce Conference!

A big thank you to Brad Kutner, Richmond Bureau Chief for Radio IQ/WVTF (NPR), for joining us and highlighting how Virginia’s Asian business leadership and community are working to connect small and medium businesses with the fast-growing industry.

Brad’s piece is a great snapshot of the conversations we had around , , and the ahead.

You can read his coverage here: "Virginia’s Asian business community looks to link local small and medium businesses with big data centers" at: https://www.wvtf.org/news

We’re grateful to have strong media partners such as NPR and InterGlobix Magazine for helping share these important stories and the voices of our community.

Special Thanks: We were honored to welcome Secretary of the

Secretary Segura took time to visit our exhibitors, network with attendees, and meet with both small and large businesses on the show floor.

His presence underscored the importance of collaboration between state leadership and the business community as we work to expand opportunities in the data center and technology supply chain.

It was inspiring to see such strong engagement from state leaders and the business community all working together to drive growth and build lasting connections.

08/29/2025

What an exciting and productive day it was! On August 26, 2025, our 20th Annual ProcureCon Data Centers Expo and Industry Day brought together buyers, suppliers, corporate leaders, and public officials for a powerful day of economic empowerment.

The event was filled with new connections and partnerships forming, valuable industry updates and resources, leads exchanged and joint venture opportunities explored, inspiring conversations with our powerful lineup of speakers.

We were honored to welcome Secretary of Labor Bryan Slater and Secretary of Commerce Juan Pablo Segura, who shared key insights that will shape the future of Virginia’s workforce and business climate. https://www.flickr.com/photos/virginiaasianchamberofcommerce/albums/

Together, we are fostering growth, and creating lasting opportunities for our community.

08/04/2025

Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce & Dominion Energy Present:

Data Centers In Focus 2025: Industry Day & Buyer Expo
August 26, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Delta Hotels by Marriott – Downtown Richmond
555 E Canal Street, Richmond, VA 23219
All meals- Trade Show-Complimentary parking – bring your ticket for validation.
Register Here : https://datacenters2025.eventbrite.com

Join us for Data Centers In Focus—an exclusive Industry Day & Buyer Expo connecting data center leaders, investors, suppliers, and local governments within small to medium size companies and institutions and skilled trades/higher education to explore business opportunities in this fast-growing sector.

Why Attend?
✅ Expert Insights – Gain industry intelligence on supply chains, workforce trends, and policy shifts.
✅ Powerful Networking – Connect with data center owners, major developers, and key suppliers.
✅ Exhibition & Trade Show – Explore 25+ exhibitors - buyers of small to medium size products and services, showcasing technology, construction, and business solutions.

Who Should Attend?
🔹 Technology & IT Providers – Cloud, hardware, cybersecurity, AI
🔹 Construction & Trades – Electrical, mechanical, HVAC, engineering
🔹 Business & Professional Services – Legal, finance, consulting, marketing
🔹 Investors & Real Estate Developers
🔹 Educational & Workforce Development Leaders

Key Program Highlights

Morning Panels: Industry experts share insights on industry, procurement, and supplier needs.

Luncheon Special Remarks: Engage with top industry leaders on supply chain readiness, procurement, and workforce needs.

Buyer Expo & Reverse Trade Show:

• Overall, our statewide Industry Days initiative has now produced a total of 41 events throughout the Commonwealth.
• Our Data Center In Focus has received strong support from major energy related energy and data centers industry trade associations at the local, statewide, and national levels. They will be there as exhibitors to suppport the initiative.

Who Will Exhibit?

✔ IT & Cybersecurity Vendors
✔ Construction & Engineering Firms
✔ Green Energy & Sustainability Providers
✔ Logistics & Transportation Companies
✔ Higher Ed & Workforce Training Institutions
✔ AI, Data Analytics, & Emerging Tech Firms

Who Will Attend?
We expect: 175-200- Attendance from:
🔹 Data Center Owners
🔹 Technology & IT Providers – Hardware, software, cloud, cybersecurity
🔹 Construction & Trades – Electrical, mechanical, HVAC, engineering
🔹 All energy related solutions such as cooling, storage
🔹 Business & Professional Services – Legal, finance, consulting, marketing
🔹 Investors & Real Estate Developers; End users
🔹 Educational & Workforce Development Leaders
🔹 International Investors research the RVA Data Centers market

Confirmed & Invited Buyers Include:
Google, Amazon, QTS Data Centers, Altria, Dominion Energy, Columbia Gas, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Henrico & Chesterfield County Procurement, City of Richmond Procurement, Construction Industry, Real Estate Agencies, Tech firms, Energy storage and cooling solutions providers, Consultants, A/E Firms, and more!
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Draft Agenda: As of July 3 only
8:00 AM to 9:30 AM: Set up
9:30 AM To 10:00 AM: Registration-Check In
10:00 AM to 10:05 AM: Welcome & Recognition: My Lan Tran, Executive Director, Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce
10:05 AM to 10:20 AM: Greetings Remarks
* Secretary Juan Pablo Segura, Virginia Secretary Commerce and Trade (CONFIRMED)
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10:20 AM to 12:20 PM: Plenary Session
MODERATOR: Vinay Nagpal

****** 10: 20 AM to 11:40 AM: Panel #1 - Presentation on Data Center Industry Overview with 4 speakers (60 mn of panel with 20 minutes Q/A)
1. Data Center Operator- Topic: Data Center Operations issues (TBA)
2. Jordan Tate, Policy Manager, Amazon- Topic: Amazon Data Centers and Economic Benefits (Conf.)
3. Chris Lloyd, Sr. VP of Economic Development and Infrastructure, McGuireWoods - Topic: Data Centers Incentives (Conf.)
4. Fletcher Mangum, CEO/Founder, Mangum Economics, Topic: Industry Economic analysis (Conf)

*****11:40 AM to 12:10PM: Presentation on Doing Business with Dominion with Q/A - Dallas Simmons, Supplier Diversity Manager, Dominion Energy ( 20 mn of Presentation with 10 mn Q/A).

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12:10 PM to 12: 20 PM: Transition to Lunch
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12:20 PM to1:15 PM: Annual Procurement Luncheon
*** 12: 20 PM to 12:45 PM: Lunch is served.
*** 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM: Luncheon Speaker Program

a. 12: 45 PM to 1:00 PM: Special Luncheon Speaker 1 Remarks: Workforce Development Virginia impacting the Data Center Industry - By The Honorable "Bryan" Slater, Virginia Secretary of Labor (CONFIRMED)
b. 1:00 PM to 1:15 PM: Special Luncheon Speaker 2: Remarks on Industry Growth Prospects in Virginia – By Vinay Nagpal, President, Interglobix (CONFIRMED)
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1:15 PM to 1:30 pm: Transition to Buyer Expo with various Energy leaders - TBD
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1:30 PM to 3:30 PM: Reverse Trade Show Expo with focus on connecting purchasing officers to small businesses in diverse sectors: Energy -cybersecurity- logistics-education-skills training-construction- finance- consulting- manufacturing- all professional services.
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3:30 PM: Adjournment.
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07/18/2025

Join our Coastal Virginia Chapter at our upcoming annual Reverse Trade Show event in the Peninsula.

With new out of state members joining us each month: We are now in , , and throughout the !

September 5 at our corporate member 's world class iconic Ferguson (U K Base) Conference Center in Newport News:

ProcureCon Industry Day and Buyer Expo in Coastal Virginia, , and Opportunities for Diverse, .

Register today and meet influencers at:
https://ProcureConHamptonRds25.eventbrite.com

: Ferguson Dominion Energy W. M. Jordan Company Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity Virginia APEX Accelerator Virginia Department of Transportation John Larson ECPI University Scott Schlossberg Hampton Roads Connector Partners (HRCP) Hampton Roads Transit Dragados USA, Inc. Fleet Clean Elizabeth River Crossings Shaun Singh Virginians for Offshore Wind Fulton Bank Atlantic Union Bank Wells Fargo U.S. Small Business Administration S.B. Ballard Construction Co. Skanska WTS Hampton Roads Chapter City of Newport News, VA - Government

03/24/2025

Aerospace Industry Day – A Resounding Success in Fairfax County

The Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce 's Procurecon EXPO, Aerospace Industry Day in Fairfax County on March 20 was a well-attended and highly successful event, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and small businesses to explore opportunities in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Industry briefings included:

Why Doing Business in Fairfax County?
David Kelley, Vice President of Business Investment at the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, highlighted the county’s strategic advantages, including its proximity to federal agencies, access to a highly skilled workforce, and a thriving innovation ecosystem.

State Defense Program
Ed Laughlin, MBA, CGBP, Global Defense Program Manager at the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, provided insights into Virginia’s state defense initiatives, emphasizing international trade and investment opportunities for businesses in the sector.

Cyber technology to Support Industry
Dr Touhid Bhuiyan, Professor & Assistant Director at the School of IT, Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST), explored the critical role of cybersecurity in the aerospace industry, discussing emerging technologies and risk mitigation strategies.

Federal Contracting Strategy Session
A dynamic strategy session provided key insights for small businesses navigating the current federal contracting environment. The panel featured:

Atty Charlotte Rosen, Of Counsel, Odin Feldman Pittleman
Srini Bayireddy, President, Navitas Business Consulting, Inc.
Goutam Gandhi, Co-Founder/Managing Partner, 4M Group

Supplier Readiness
Diane Dempsey, Director of Small Business Programs, BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

Opportunities at MWAA
Tanisha Lewis, Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Impact at the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, outlined upcoming business opportunities at MWAA and strategies for businesses to engage with the organization.

Briefing on The Aerospace Role in Space
John Galer Chief of Government Relations at The The Aerospace Corporation provided a compelling briefing on the evolving role of aerospace in space exploration.

VACC looks forward to continuing to support our members in these sectors and fostering new opportunities for growth.

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