The Department of the Navy (DON) Gold Coast Event, held August 19-21, 2024 in San Diego, CA, stands as a premier Navy procurement expo dedicated to enhancing defense contracting opportunities. The event highlights included discussions on leveraging small business capabilities to bolster national security, with notable attendees from various sectors including Government and industry representatives. Gold Coast features extensive networking opportunities, educational sessions, and showcases of procurement strategies tailored to support the DON and the broader DoD mission. The event continued to build on its rich history of collaboration and support, offering invaluable insights and connections. THOR attendees included Chris Luna and Kylie Fletcher.