May 12-13, 2026

Summit Agenda

2 Days | X-It Path Summit | Atlanta, GA
Tuesday, May 12th

Day 1

Setting the Stage for Investment & Acquisition

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Check-In & Networking Breakfast

9:00 – 9:15 AM

Welcome & Introductions

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9:15 – 10:30 AM

The Future of 8(a) Businesses: SBA Insights & Regulatory Landscape

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10:30 – 10:45 AM

Break

10:45 – 11:45 AM

Panel: The 8(a) Advantage – Why Now is the Time to Invest: Hear from investors, policy experts, and successful 8(a) CEOs/Founders

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11:45 AM – 12:30 PM

Investor Insights: What Capital Looks for in Gov-Contracting Companies: Due diligence and deal structuring process from the view of private equity, venture capital, and strategic acquirers

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12:30 – 1:30 PM

Networking Lunch

1:30 – 3:00 PM

Pitch Round 1: Growth-Stage 8(a) Companies: High-potential businesses present to investor panel

3:00 – 3:15 PM

Break

3:15 – 4:15 PM

Workshop: Preparing for Capital & Due Diligence: Advisors walk through best practices for investment readiness

4:15 – 5:45 PM

Panel: From Growth to Exit – What’s Next for 8(a)? Reflections and next steps from 8(a) owners, founders and CEOs

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5:45 – 6:00 PM

Closing Remarks & Day 1 Wrap-Up: Day 2 preview and matchmaking overview

6:00 – 9:00 PM

Cocktail Reception at ZuCot Gallery

Wednesday, May 13th

Day 2

Matchmaking & Deep-Dive Strategy

8:30 – 9:00 AM

Breakfast & Peer Connections

Optional open seating by growth stage.

9:00 – 10:00 AM

Funder Forums

Small group sessions: PE, VC, SBICs, Family Offices.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Matchmaking Meetings

12:00 PM

Final Remarks