he 2026 Northeast Regional Council Conference and Matchmaker is a premier networking and business development event that connects small businesses and manufacturers with federal agencies, prime contractors, and other key buyers. Hosted by the Maine APEX Accelerator and Eastern Maine Development Corporation, the event features pre-scheduled one-on-one matchmaking meetings, educational sessions, and networking opportunities designed to help companies build relationships and explore government contracting and supply-chain opportunities.
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) will be present to connect with innovators, businesses, and partners interested in federal technology transfer and collaboration opportunities. the event.