Viva La Vets
Schedule
Mon Jun 01 2026 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Copper Vine Restaurant | New Orleans, LA
About this Event
Join us for an exclusive VETS26 Happy Hour on June 1st from 4:00–6:00 PM at Copper Vine Wine Pub in New Orleans, LA! Connect with fellow government contracting professionals, industry leaders, and conference attendees before the full VETS26 experience kicks off.
The VETS26 Conference, hosted by NVSBC, is the premier federal small business event focused on growing your business. Bringing together Federal Procurement Decision Makers, Large Prime Contractors, and procurement-ready small businesses, this four-day event delivers unmatched opportunities for networking, training, and teaming. With 60+ content-rich sessions and 200+ vendors and partners in the industry’s largest exhibit hall, VETS26 is where business gets done.
This Happy Hour is proudly sponsored by RightDirection Technology Solutions (RDTS)—a trusted partner delivering innovative, mission-focused IT solutions across the federal landscape. Built on a foundation of trust, integrity, and loyalty, RDTS empowers organizations with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to excellence.
Emerald Technical Solutions & Staffing, LLC is an SBA 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and authorized CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) headquartered in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Emerald provides cybersecurity services (including CMMC assessments, CMMC Preparation, RMF/ATO support, and penetration testing), cloud and DevSecOps engineering, IT managed services (MSP), systems and program engineering, and technical staffing to Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, State Government, and Federal Civilian customers. Emerald holds a Top-Secret Facility Clearance, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, and delivers through technical excellence through GSA MAS, OASIS+, RS3, SeaPort NxG, and DLA JETS.
Trifecta is the cybersecurity partner organizations trust when they need operators — not just advisors. Specializing in RMF, DevSecOps, and Security Operations, we embed directly within client environments to navigate compliance, accelerate delivery, and strengthen security posture from the inside out — delivering outcomes that last beyond the audit.
Fusion Advanced Technology is committed to protecting their clients' data, systems, and infrastructure from unconventional cyber threats by employing cutting-edge technologies and rigorous security measures. Fusion provides expertise in Cybersecurity and Cybersecurity Program and Project Management. They are intentional in providing both Operational and Technical services.
Ice Miller LLP Ice Miller is an Am Law 200 firm providing practical, business-focused legal counsel across the entire lifecycle of federal contracts. With a deep bench in D.C., they help GovCon leaders navigate the regulatory and corporate complexities of a shifting industry.
G2X is the data and intelligence layer for GovCon growth teams — combining federal data, curated analyst-backed intelligence, and AI-ready context to help people and agents make better pursuit decisions.
✨ Come raise a glass, make meaningful connections, and get ready for a powerful week at VETS26.
Where is it happening?
Copper Vine Restaurant, 1001 Poydras Street, New Orleans, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 27.65


















