Events

sbLiftoff is proud to host and participate in numerous events throughout the year.You can find our current events here.

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NVSBC Finance Symposium

Wednesday, February 25th, 8:30am – 3:30pm EST

The Finance Symposium is an annual event hosted by NVSBC, focusing entirely on simplifying finance for small business professionals. This event will be hosted by the National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC), with our very own Founder and CEO Sharon Heaton joining as a Speaker. Join us at the Finance Symposium on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

We are proud to Sponsor The NVSBC Finance Symposium.

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Indian American International Chamber of Commerce – 2026 M&A Trends: Buying or Selling A Technology / GovCon Company

Thursday, February 26th, 5:30pm – 8:00pm EST

2026 M&A Trends – Buying or Selling a GovCon & Technology Company is an exclusive, in-person executive session hosted by the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce (IAICC), in partnership with Radiant Digital and sbLiftOff.

This session is designed for founders and senior leaders of government contracting and commercial technology companies who are evaluating acquisition, exit, or long-term growth strategies in an evolving market.

Participants will gain practical insight into current M&A trends, valuation dynamics, buyer expectations, and strategic options specific to GovCon and technology/SaaS businesses operating in today’s regulatory and procurement environment.

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GovCon Tips for Buying or Selling – 2026 Outlook

Tuesday, March 24th, 8:00am – 10:00am EST

After a year of disruption across the federal marketplace, government contracting companies entering the 2026 M&A arena are facing a significantly reshaped landscape. Join three leading experts as they unpack the market trends, legal shifts, and strategic considerations shaping transactions this year.

Our panel features:

Jeff Cohen, Shareholder at the international law firm Greenberg Traurig;
Sharon Heaton, veteran M&A advisor and author of the bestseller Lift Off: 12 Things to Know Before Selling Your Business; and
Ricky White, Partner at Cherry Bekaert.

Together, they will explore:

2026 market trends driving activity for buyers and sellers of GovCon companies
Multiples, valuation expectations, and evolving approaches to risk‑sharing in today’s deals
Key legal changes—including those driven by Administration transitions—and how they influence deal terms and transaction structuring
The GovCon business lifecycle and how to plan effectively for M&A
What makes an M&A team truly successful in this environment

Whether you’re preparing to sell, planning a strategic acquisition, or growing to the next level, this discussion will offer timely insights into a market undergoing rapid change.

For more info please contact jennifer@sbliftoff.com

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GovCon M&A – Tips for 2026

Thursday, March 26th, 8:30am – 10:00am CST

After a year of change, people seeking to buy or sell a government contracting company in 2026 face a new landscape! Hear from three experts- Huntsville’s own Jonathan Mayhall of Maynard Nexsen and Mark Underhill of BMSS — and national M&A advisor Sharon Heaton, the author of the Amazon bestseller Lift Off: 12 Things to Know Before Selling Your Business. The panel will provide insights and advice, covering:

2026 market trends for buying or selling GovCon companies today
multiples and valuations: how buyers think
regulatory issues and Administration changes affecting deals and deal structuring
tax efficiencies and savings tips and secrets
roles of the investment banker, lawyer, and accountant–what to look for in your M&A team

We will provide an opportunity to submit questions prior to the event. To register and submit questions.

For more info please contact jennifer@sbliftoff.com