How to Get Found by Primes & Agencies: Mastering the SBA Small Business Search Tool
Date: 4/9/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 4/9/2026 12:00 PM (EDT)
Point of Contact: MDAPEX TEAM (301) 405-6550
Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)
Training Topics: Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness, Selling to Government
Description:
If agencies and primes can’t find you, they can’t do business with you.
The SBA Small Business Search Tool (formerly known as DSBS) is a key system used by contracting officers and primes to find qualified small business partners. This training will help you build, strengthen, and optimize your profile to stand out in searches and increase your visibility to decision-makers.
Attendees will learn:
What the SBA Small Business Search Tool is and how it’s used
How to complete and update your company profile step-by-step
How to write an effective narrative that highlights your expertise
Tips for improving search visibility to primes and agencies
How to leverage your profile to attract teaming opportunities
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Akiesha M. Foster is the founder of KeyToLife Professional Services LLC. A consulting company that mainly focuses on educating and training small businesses on how to do business in the Business-to-Government (B2G) marketplace. Akiesha’s articles and YouTube Channel on government contracting have helped many small businesses get started. Akiesha has over 20 years of experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD). She is a former Maryland Apex Accelerator Procurement Specialist and has counseled over 250 clients on doing business with the government.
Registration Policies:
Registration and Fees: For fee-based classes - Payment of seminar fees may be made by credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event.
Refund Policy: If you wish to request a refund, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled, all fees will be returned.
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.