Office of Small Business Development

🚀 Subcontractors: How much of this $48M project is yours?

If you're an SBE looking to expand your pipeline, you need to be in this room.

Join us to connect directly with Prime Contractor State Contracting & Engineering Corporation (SCEC) and Subconsultant Hatcher Construction & Development, Inc. Together, they’ve identified specific trade packages tailored for Small Business Enterprises to join the build and team up on upcoming work.

Don't wait—secure your spot and meet the team leading the project.
👇 Register today to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/mwvzba6j

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
2:00 - 4:00 PM
In-person at 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. WPB, FL 33406 (Thurber C&D rooms)

Architects & Engineers, mark your calendars! We’re excited to announce our SDPBC 4th annual Architects & Engineers Collaboration Summit.

This year is all about actionable collaboration—and your voice is essential to shaping the future of upcoming capital projects.

Engage in focused discussion groups on hot topics:
🎯 Negotiating and bidding
🎯 Managing project complexities
🎯 Designing innovative facilities

Hear directly from District leadership about the project pipeline and showcase your core expertise to build strategic teaming partnerships.

🗓️ Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00AM - 1:45PM (registration starts at 8:15)
📍 Location: 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. WPB, FL 33406

Spots are limited to ensure interactive breakout sessions.

👉 Reserve your seat here: https://tinyurl.com/AandESummit26
or scan the QR code on the flyer.

🚀 Want to see how small businesses in the tri-county area are leveling up?

We just released the latest edition of The Quarterly, and this issue is all about Power Up: Capacity Building, Performance & Procurement Readiness.

Inside this issue, we’re breaking down what we’ve been up to in FY26 and featuring actionable insights from local industry leaders, including:
💡 An exclusive feature article by Chuck Gableman, President of JLRD, Inc.
🎙️ An insightful Q&A interview with Luis Garcia, President of LEGO Construction Co.

Check out the newsletter to see how we’ve been supporting local enterprises and where we're headed next.

👇 Read The Quarterly now:

July 2026 OSBD Quarterly: Celebrating a Year of Growth! Email from Office of Small Business Development, SDPBC Unlock New Opportunities for Your Small Business Today! Purpose and Function The Office of Small Business Development is committed to ensuring fa

Small business owners, as we head into the second half of 2026, are you looking for new ways to grow your business revenue? 📈

The School District of Palm Beach County procures a wide variety of goods and services every year—and our SBE (Small Business Enterprise) Certification can help open the door to those opportunities.

Join us for a live training session to learn how to get certified!
🗓 Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
📍 Where: Live via Zoom

What we'll cover:
• SBE certification requirements
• Key benefits for your business
• Step-by-step guidance on how to get started

🎟 Register now to save your spot: https://tinyurl.com/3mhtk49t

Calling all local subcontractors! 🚨

If you’re looking to grow your pipeline with major public work, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss.

State Contracting & Engineering Corporation (SCEC) and Hatcher Construction & Development, Inc. are hosting an upcoming matchmaking session for The School District of Palm Beach County’s latest transportation project.

Why you should be in the room:
💥 Direct access: Connect face-to-face with prime contractors and Tier 1 (larger-capacity firms) actively looking to build partnerships with Tier 2 trade subcontractors (smaller-capacity firms).
💥 Targeted trades: Learn the exact scopes and trades open for smaller businesses on this project.
💥 Real opportunities: Get your firm in front of key decision-makers and position your business for upcoming contract awards.

Don't miss out on getting your firm in the room with leadership.
📍 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. WPB, FL 33406 Thurber C&D rooms
🗓️ Tuesday, August 18, 2026 / 2:00-4:00PM

Register below to secure your spot!
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mwvzba6j

Oh, what a night! 🎉

Celebration and business matchmaking were in full effect at the SBU Closing Ceremony & Networking Event, and we couldn't be happier with the turnout!

From celebrating our graduates' certificates of completion to unlocking upcoming opportunities and building new industry connections, this was truly one for the record books. 🏆

A massive shoutout and thank you to:

Jeff Zalkin and the team at Kaufman Lynn Construction (our generous sponsors & presenters)

Matthew Lenihan of Palm Beach State College (our generous hosts & presenters)

The incredible Maricel De Leon and the Office of Small Business Development, The School District of Palm Beach County team for creating such an amazing evening!

🎓 To our graduates (pictured below): Your hard work has paid off. We can't wait to see your businesses thrive!

🚀 Looking Ahead: 2027 marks the 10th Anniversary of SBU, and we are already gearing up to make it our biggest year yet. Stay tuned, because we're just getting started!

If you missed this session of SBU, you are missed out. We had no doubt this would be a powerhouse session and Jeff Zalkin of Kaufman Lynn Construction knocked it out of the park. No matter your industry, this session is for you. Business is about strategic partnerships, teaming and alliances.

Couldn't make it? Message us for how you can view the session.

If you’re a local subcontractor looking for your next project, you'll want to clear your morning on August 20th.

Pirtle Construction Company and subconsultant Randolph Construction Group are hosting an in-person "Meet the Prime" event for Phase II of the Historic Roosevelt Full Service Center project.

This isn't just a presentation; it’s your chance to sit down directly with the leadership team, figure out exactly where your trade fits into the project scope, and learn how to get prequalified. If you have an SBE certification, they're also looking to maximize local participation.

Here’s what you need to know:
📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 1601 N Tamarind Ave, West Palm Beach, FL

They are looking for a massive range of trades—everything from electrical, framing, and drywall to masonry, structural steel, painting, and landscaping. (Check out the full list on the flyer below).

Space is limited for this one, so don't wait until the morning of to figure it out.

👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer or use this link 🔗 to secure your spot https://tinyurl.com/mr23etkb

See you there!

🚀 Ready to finish strong, small business owners? 🚀

If you’ve been trying to do everything alone, you’re putting a ceiling on your own growth. The fastest path to scaling your business isn't working harder—it’s working together.

Join us for the eighth and final session of our exclusive business series, where we are focusing entirely on the power of strategic alliances.

We are bringing in Jeff Zalkin, VP of Development at Kaufman Lynn Construction, to teach you exactly how to multiply your business capacity.

You’ll walk away knowing how to:
🎯 Identify high-value, reliable partners.
🤝 Structure highly profitable teaming arrangements.
🏆 Position your business to win major joint opportunities in construction, goods, and services markets.

Don’t limit your potential right at the finish line. Let’s unlock the collective power of strategic partnerships and build your legacy.

Let's finish this series strong! 💪
📅 Date: Thursday, July 9
⏰ Time: 4:00 - 6:00PM
📍 Location: Live via ZOOM
🎟️ Secure Your Spot: Link in comments