GT APEX Accelerator 2026 Event Series Brings Government Contracting Opportunities Closer to Communities 

Small Business Contracting Success, Athens GA

The GT APEX Accelerator hosted a series of regional events in Albany, Athens, Augusta, Carrollton, Savannah, and Warner Robins, Georgia, in February and March 2025. The series represents GT APEX Accelerator’s strategic commitment to connecting with Georgia-based businesses in the communities they serve and ensuring greater access to the resources, relationships, and insights needed to succeed in government contracting. 

GT APEX Accelerator is housed in Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute (EI2), the economic development unit of Georgia Tech. Other EI2 programs participating in the regional events include Georgia Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing (Georgia AIM), Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership, and Safety, Health, and Environmental Services.  

2026 Warner Robins Industry Day!, Warner Robins GA
GT APEX Accelerator Training Day Savannah, Savannah GA

“J.L. Millan Consulting was proud to participate in the ‘Innovate Your Opportunity for Success’  workshop hosted by the GT APEX Accelerator,” said Juan Millan, president and CEO of J.L. Millan. “The event convened key stakeholders creating a powerful environment where industry, government, and small business support organizations aligned around real opportunities.”  

Uniting Local Businesses, Agencies and Industry Partners

The series connected local businesses with a powerhouse lineup of speakers and decision-makers from federal, state, city, and county agencies, as well as prime contractors and industry experts. Notable participants included Robins Air Force Base, Marine Corps Logistics Command, the city of Augusta, Savannah River Mission Completion, and many more government agencies, prime contractors, and partners.

Pathways to Achieving Success in Government Contracting, Douglasville GA

A Resounding Success 

With more than 325 attendees participating across Georgia, the high turnout highlights a significant demand for local, accessible programming.  

Purpose-Driven Mission 

These events are a core part of the GT APEX Accelerator’s mission to serve all 159 Georgia counties. By bringing resources directly into communities, GT APEX Accelerator is increasing knowledge, expanding networks, and creating clear pathways for Georgia businesses to compete and succeed in the government contracting space

Learn more and check out upcoming training classes and events at gtapexaccelerator.org.