CONNECT: Meet the Buyers & Ask the Experts 2026 Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protege Program Networking Event
September 16, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Join us at Lambeau Field for CONNECT, an interactive business networking experience hosted by the Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé Program.
Whether you are looking to become a corporate supplier, expand your professional network, access business resources, or gain expert guidance, this event is designed to help you build meaningful connections and discover new opportunities for growth.
Unlike traditional networking events, CONNECT combines direct access to procurement professionals, corporate buyers, business experts, lenders, government agencies, and resource partners in a highly interactive format.
Procurement Panel Discussion
The event begins with a dynamic panel featuring procurement professionals, supplier diversity leaders, and business experts who will share practical insights on:
• How to become a vendor
• What buyers look for in potential suppliers
• Common mistakes businesses make
• Certifications and supplier diversity opportunities
• Building relationships that lead to contracts
Ask the Experts – Interactive Business Huddles
Following the panel, attendees will participate in three rounds of facilitated discussions led by industry experts. Choose the topics most relevant to your business and engage in small-group conversations designed to answer your questions and provide actionable advice.
Open Networking
The event concludes with open networking, providing additional opportunities to connect with buyers, experts, resource partners, and fellow business owners.
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