The Florida Defense & Technology Showcase (FDTS), hosted by Congressman C.W. Bill Young and presented by the Tampa Bay Innovation Center and Florida Federal Contractors Association (FFCA), is a reverse trade show where subcontractors exhibit and defense industry contractors meet new suppliers. By matching United States Department of Defense contractors with local subcontractors, FDTS strengthens the defense and advanced manufacturing sectors by increasing local sales and developing partner and vendor relationships. FDTS was rated highly by participants and sponsors, who requested an expanded program for the coming year.
Agenda
Monday, September 17
Noon – 4:00 pm
Exhibitor Set Up – Sheraton Sand Key Resort
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Private Opening Reception for select sponsor levels and invited guests
Tuesday, September 18
8:00 – 9:00 am
Registration/Check-in – Sheraton Sand Key Resort
8:00 – 10:00 am
Continental Breakfast Served
9:00 – 11:30 am
Exhibits Open
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Luncheon – Exhibits Close
1:30 – 4:00 pm
Exhibits Open/General Admission Period
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Targeted Matchmaking – Advanced registration required
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Afternoon Refreshments
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Exhibitor Tear Down
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Closing Reception – Beachside, Sheraton Sand Key Resort
Wednesday, September 19
8:00 am
Golf Tournament – Belleair Country Club (Separate registration)
Shotgun Start, Scramble Format
