Senator Ernst is bringing opportunities to the Heartland. The Entrepreneur Expo is an excellent opportunity for Iowa’s small businesses to learn about federal and state government contracting opportunities and federal innovation programs that support the nation’s defense industrial base. Attendees can learn how to sell their goods and services to the federal government; engage with federal innovation-focused programs, such as the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs; and explore ways their innovations can strengthen America’s defense capabilities. We request that you register by June 1, 2026.