The Proposal Manager Podcast contains a wealth of information about all things related to the public sector bidding process. From the C-Suite to a GovCon newbie, this show has something for everyone. Each episode will discuss topics related to government business development, capture, and proposal management.
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Hosted by government contracting expert, 8(a) business mentor, and founder of the Govcon Giants platform, Eric Coffie. With over 250K+ podcast listens, a thriving YouTube channel of 49K+ subscribers, and a LinkedIn community of 19k+ followers, Eric has built one of the most trusted voices in federal contracting. Govcon Giants isn’t just another podcast—it ranks on the U.S. procurement leaderboard and is recognized as the #5 overall creator worldwide in procurement, cementing Eric’s role as a ...
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DevCast, hosted by John Janek, is a show where our team members meet to discuss technology topics and the technical details of implementing IT systems for the federal government. We also have occasional culture discussions on relevant topics or things of interest to our team members.
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Unveil the hidden layers of AI in marketing, specifically tailored for government contractors, agencies, and associations. Our weekly episodes break down complex AI algorithms, data analytics, and machine learning models into actionable insights that you can apply directly to your marketing strategies. Stay ahead of the curve and drive unparalleled results with AI Decoded.
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Welcome to The Buzz with ACT-IAC – your source for the hot topics and top issues affecting the federal technology market. Join us each week to hear insights from government and industry leaders, stay informed on the topics facing government, gain access to thought leadership and valuable reports. Subscribe to follow us on your favorite podcast platform.
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Think TedTalks meets the federal space. Ideas from the outside applied to GovCon to drive change. Different perspectives, different ideas, different solutions. GovCon DIFFERENT invites the world experts to take a crack at GovCon problems to break down what they know into something you should. Insights and discoveries that breathe life and inspiration into the GovCon market. The GovCon DIFFERENT podcast scours the globe searching for the so called Crazy ones – the ones that are making a diffe ...
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The Government Contracting (GovCon) space is ambiguous. What happens in it? How do you get in? What kind of money can be made? The GovCon Secrets podcast will take a deep dive into the space where you will hear from a variety of guests that have expertise in pricing, strategy, and an all-around business savvy mind. Your host, Jim Campbell, is a Marine and CEO of AXIM Fringe Solutions Group. Jim is redefining the benefits world with his candor, expertise, and tech developed out of his obsessi ...
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Carroll Bernard (Govology) and Michael LeJeune (RSM Federal) have joined forces to help new and seasoned government contractors find tried-and-true solutions to challenges that keep them from succeeding in the government marketplace. They pull from their combined experience in selling to federal, state, and local governments and coaching others on how to do it right to offer you honest, no-BS answers and advice. To follow this podcast, submit an issue, and register for the live show, go to h ...
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Experiments with contracting. How to win a contracts? The day in the life of a government contractor. This episodes will focus on my story chronicling my experience on attempting to land a construction contract on the border wall.
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With over 25 years of hands-on government contracting experience, Neil McDonnell is a leading small business advocate in the federal marketplace. As a small business owner, he has personally won and supported government contracts for the US Army, Navy, US Air Force, HHS,VA, Transportation, Interior, Energy and the Executive Office of the White House. As president of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce, Neil hosts daily LinkedIn live training and teaches the strategies and skills required to build ...
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Welcome to the official SECAF Podcast! For more than 20 years, the Small and Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum has been helping small and emerging government contracting businesses scale to their fullest potential. On this podcast, we'll be interviewing Key Government Leaders and Subject Matter Experts to get a better understanding on GovCon customers and trends in the industry. We at SECAF believe there's space for everyone to succeed.
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Firebird CEO Randy Lange leads a conversation with small business owners, leaders, and influencers in GovCon to discuss the issues of the day and discover the strategies that lead to sustained success in the market. www.firebirdast.com
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Dr. Kizzy Parks earned a Ph.D. and established KPC her flagship company over a decade ago. She also owns and operates multiple businesses and has over $60 million in federal government contract awards. Through GovCon Winners™ Ultimate Edge, she helps service-based small business owners learn HOW to win profitable federal government contracts through our power system to grow their bottom line. Dr. Kizzy in this vodcast, shows you what you need to dig deep and doesn't hold back any punches.
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Your first source for UNvarnished, politically-INcorrect information about how to launch a startup and manage a profitable small business! Podcast host, Randal Wimmer, is a serial entrepreneur who has stepped on EVERY landmine in the startup minefield, at least once and some of them more times than he cares to admit! However, these hard-learned lessons were instrumental to his success. Randal's companies have made hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue, been listed on both the INC 500 Fa ...
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GettingFED™ w/Go-To-Guy is about nourishing the minds of federal contracting stakeholders so they are better empowered to take action and achieve results. It's an extension of conversations we facilitate regularly as The American Small Business Coalition, through activities associated with our Ethical Stalking for Government Contractors® curriculum. During programs such as Ethical Stalking for Government Contractors® Bootcamp, the Wingman SOARR™ Mastermind, and 7 Habits for Winning in Federa ...
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Growth Masters Federal: Thinking, Planning and Collaborating to Build Value in the Federal Market
Shirley Collier, President
Lively discussions among thought leaders across the country on how to survive and thrive in the federal marketplace through excellence in business development management practices.
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Smart Business Dealmakers is the CEO's M&A playbook. We interview the entrepreneurs doing deals, the private equity, VC and family office players investing in them, and the M&A advisers making them happen. Topics include raising capital, buying and selling companies and managing a liquidity event.
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Smart Business Dealmakers interviews the entrepreneurs doing deals, the PE, VC and family office players investing in them, and the M&A advisers making them happen. Topics include raising capital, buying and selling companies and managing a liquidity event.
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YoStella: Build a Better Business - Inspiration for Improving Your Brand, Marketing & People
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Each year on Fat Tuesday, New Orleans throws a “Stella and Stanley” party. This annual event honors local boy and world-famous author Tennessee Williams and his masterpiece, A Streetcar Named Desire. The movie version is notorious for the scene where Stanley, Marlon Brando in a tight white vest, yells “Stella-a-a-a-a-!” up the tenement stairs to his wife. “Stella” might be the most repeated movie line ever and Brando never needed to act again except, he said, for the money. Like a legendary ...
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Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal. Their award-w ...
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Drupal Brief is the go-to podcast for quick and insightful AI generated summaries of the latest Drupal news, blogs, and podcasts. Stay informed and inspired in just a few minutes as we distill the most important updates and trends in the Drupal community! Drupal Brief is a podcast of Drupal Forge.
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Hosted by nationally-known speaker and consultant Mark Amtower, Amtower Off-Center highlights the good, the bad, the ugly and the just plain silly of doing business in the government market. Every week experts join Mark for a lively discussion of current issues facing the government contractor community.
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News, interviews, and tips about Drupal and Open Source from the team at Lullabot.
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Introducing our new podcast, Taking Notes with NextGen! In this bi-monthly series, we sit down with someone from the NextGen network to learn more about their background, where they work today, and insights they have from the industries they lead. Whether a founder, a Venture Partner, or a friend of NextGen, we hope to tap into their expertise and share it with you.
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Women Thriving in Business is a show that focuses on candid conversations with and about women entrepreneurs discussing their inspiration, accomplishments and aspirations. We also discuss mistakes, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring business owners. Whether you are just starting out or you have been in business for decades, WTiB offers inspiration, strategies, and resources to help you THRIVE in business. Honest discussions with women entrepreneurs about the realities of business.
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Welcome to "Be Human," the definitive podcast for B2B leaders ready to catapult their 7-8 figure enterprises into new realms of growth through digital marketing. Hosted by Danny Murawinski, a seasoned digital marketing maven and former professional snowboard coach, "Be Human" offers a unique blend of insights that merge the art of relationship-driven sales with the science of digital scalability. In a world where authentic connections reign supreme, learn how to finesse the critical human ex ...
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Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development - Department of the Air Force
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13:05Explore the future of space innovation with NITE-STAR: The Next Frontier in Space Test and Training. In this episode, we dive into the U.S. Air Force’s groundbreaking NITE-STAR program—an initiative shaping the next generation of space systems, cybersecurity, and digital simulations under the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC). Listen…
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The $500 Billion Disaster No One’s Talking About in Government Contracting!
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8:07In this episode, I sit down with Frank Kendall, former Secretary of the Air Force and Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics. Frank shares what’s really happening behind the scenes of the newly announced $175 billion “Golden Dome” program—a reboot of Reagan’s Strategic Defense Initiative that could balloon to $500 bill…
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Ep 392: How to Thrive at GovCon's Premier Conference of the Year
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25:16In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune welcomes back Lori Revely, CEO of Cavalry Consulting and chair of SAME’s Small Business Council, to preview the upcoming SAME Small Business Conference in Phoenix, AZ. With more than 6,000 attendees last year, SAME SBC has become the premier government contracting eve…
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Crisis-Proofing GovCon: How Federal Contractors Survive and Win During a Crisis
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16:13Send us a text The stakes in GovCon don’t just feel high—they are. We pull back the curtain on how federal contractors survive the inevitable crisis moments that test every control, every habit, and every layer of leadership calm. From a failed deliverable to a DFARS-reportable cyber incident, we show how the difference between a termination for de…
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Relaunching Partners 2026: Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today
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1:09:38DJ Dart, Chief Strategy Officer at Inadev, and Marisa Roinestad, recently retired after 25 years in federal service, discuss the relaunch of ACT-IAC's Partners 2026 program. They share their personal journeys and experiences that shaped their leadership styles, emphasizing the importance of empathy, creativity, and community in the evolving landsca…
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297: She Was Fired. Then Built a GovCon Empire Helping Small Businesses Win Billions with Lisa Shea Mundt
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47:21In this episode of Govcon Giants, I sit down with Lisa Shea Mundt, Co-Founder of The Pulse of GovCon, to unpack how artificial intelligence is transforming the federal marketplace — from the GSA’s Grok AI rollout to the Pentagon’s $200 million AI investments. With 14 years of experience and billions in proposal wins, Lisa shares a front-row view of…
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Maximize AUSA 2025 Success Without Even Attending or Paying
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30:07AUSA 2025 is the must-attend event for anyone in the defense sector. But what if you can't make it to DC in person? You can still network and build relationships outside of the three days. When you think about it, how can anyone meet even a fraction of the over 44K people expected to be there? They can't. You and they need a plan for pre and post e…
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How One $800,000 SBA Loan CRIPPLED a Growing Business!
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10:13In this episode of The Daily Windup, I expose the hard truth about financing in government contracting—why banks lend only to those who don’t need money and how the wrong SBA loan can trap you for years. We unpack a real story of a contractor who borrowed $800,000 under a 10-year SBA loan only to find it blocked her from getting new funding for awa…
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Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) - Department of Transportation - Federal Aviation Administration
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14:43We unpack the upcoming $1.1B FAA MA-IDIQ: Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) — a partial small business opportunity under NAICS 541330. Discover how this 6-award contract supports engineering and program excellence across aviation systems. Listen now to get ready before the RFP drops. Contact ProposalHelper at sale…
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Personnel Security Adjudicator Support and Analytic Platform - Department of Homeland Security-Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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11:32In this episode, we explore the upcoming $20M–$50M DHS–ICE MA-IDIQ: Personnel Security Adjudicator Support and Analytic Platform (ASAP) opportunity. Set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), this multi-award contract aims to enhance personnel security adjudication through advanced analytics and secure…
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How One Contractor Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business and Cashed Out in 15 Years!
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11:02In this episode of The Daily Windup, we explore how small businesses can leverage over 200 proven GovCon templates and AI-powered tools to win millions in government contracts—while also learning how shifting regulations and compliance costs are reshaping the financing landscape for contractors. I also share a real-world story of one entrepreneur w…
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How To Do Business With Navy as a Small Business Government Contractor
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31:10The Navy is one of the largest buyers in the federal government, awarding billions in contracts every year to businesses of all sizes. Understanding how they buy, what they buy, and how to get your company in front of the right people is critical to winning work with the US Navy. In this training, you'll learn: • How the Navy organizes and funds co…
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How WOSBs Can Win More Federal Contracts in FY2026 and Hit Revenue Goals
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32:14WOSBs should not wait for federal agencies. You can make your owns success when you understand the same process others have followed for years. In this training, you'll learn: • How vital a Clear, Focused Offer is to your success • Why 'Strategic' Relationships opens doors • Steps to take to push opportunities to WOSB set aside ____________________…
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Are You Poisoning Your Brand? Better Get Wicked Cool
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11:27Send us a text A spooky frame with serious business value: we take on the three “monsters” that quietly destroy brand trust—zombie inconsistency, Frankenstein incoherence, and ghostly invisibility—and show exactly how to defeat each one. If your feeds feel busy but empty, your teams run in different directions, or your great product remains hard to…
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Federal Contract REJECTION: The #1 Mistake That Gets You Deleted Instantly!
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9:56In this episode of The Daily Windup, I break down how billions in government contracts go unclaimed every year—and how to make sure your business isn’t part of that statistic. We walk through the pitch deck process, TRL levels, and the exact details you need to win over DoD evaluators. You’ll also learn why following formatting instructions (yes, d…
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Your Customer Is Ghosting Your Checkout Flow (Here’s Why)
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12:08Send us a text The rules of consumer behavior didn’t just evolve—they got remixed. We pull back the curtain on how shoppers actually choose now, from the rise of AI‑assisted value hunting to the quiet power of local trust and the emotional drivers behind every purchase. Our deep dive maps four defining personas—value hackers, ethical optimizers, di…
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Stop Ignoring This Red Flag in Government Contracting Before It’s TOO LATE!
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11:43In this episode of The Daily Windup, I dive into what separates struggling government contractors from the ones winning consistently—it’s not luck, it’s relationships. We uncover how transparency, community, and the right financial partners can make or break your business. I share why visibility matters (Encore’s team hit 24 conferences nationwide)…
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ICYMI: AI Revolution in the Acquisition Life Cycle AI Acquisition Forum- 2025
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53:42This panel discussion, moderated by Joanie Newhart, Associate Administrator for Acquisition Workforce Programs at the Office of Management and Budget, delves into the impact of AI on the acquisition lifecycle in government agencies. The panel includes Bonnie Evangelista, Jonathan Mostowski, and Kaprice Tucker, who share their diverse experiences an…
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296: $260B Navy, 100,000 Jobs: The Government Contract Gold Rush (Before It’s Gone) with Erik Raven
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1:02:48In this Govcon Giants episode, I sat down with Eric Raven, former Under Secretary of the Navy (2022–2024) and longtime defense budget insider, to uncover how a $260B department with nearly 900,000 people actually buys from tens of thousands of small businesses—and where the next wave of Government contracting dollars is headed. From small-business …
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Avoiding Mistakes that Impact Your Company's Value
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Government Contracting EDGE: Why PMP, Lean & Six Sigma Separate Winners From Losers
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7:45By Eric Coffie
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Ep 391: CMMC is Final: Deadlines, Levels, and How to Stay Competitive
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9:19CMMC is officially here. The DoD finalized the DFARS rule on September 10, with CMMC clauses eligible in solicitations by November 10 and a three-year phase-in through November 10, 2028. We break down Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, the 180-day conditional grace period, prime flowdowns, and COTS exemptions. The headline: Level 2 can be a self-assess…
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The UGLY Truth: Why Your GovCon Loan Costs DOUBLE the Rate You Signed For
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11:27On this Daily Windup, Craig Cohen returns to break down one of the biggest landmines in government contracting finance: the “up to” trap. That line on your term sheet might sound generous, but it’s designed to keep you jumping through hoops while banks nickel-and-dime you with endless hidden fees. Eric shares his airline analogy that makes the whol…
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From Panic to Plan: A Practical Blueprint for Crisis Communication
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11:09Send us a text A crisis doesn’t ask permission—it arrives fast, loud, and at the worst possible time. We dig into a truth that flips standard prep on its head: most brand crises don’t begin with shock events; they grow from internal issues that weren’t fixed early. That shift reframes the job of communications from “firefighting” to proactive risk …
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Why Your Government Contract May Be TERMINATED Before It Starts
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9:15On today’s episode of The Daily Windup, we dive into the costly mistakes small businesses make when jumping into government contracting too soon. Our guest breaks down why rushing to bid without preparation backfires, the importance of aligning opportunities with your long-term strategy, and how proper market analysis and patience can make or break…
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When Popsicles Became Premium: The Business of Experience Disruption
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13:36Send us a text What connects ancient Roman ice treats, a forgotten glass in 1905 Oakland, and today's premium "FroPro" popsicles? The fascinating thread of frozen innovation that transforms the ordinary into extraordinary. The humble popsicle serves as our gateway to understanding the evolution of consumer products and modern branding magic. We tra…
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Future-Focused: Tech Insights with Tiffany Ceasor
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41:45Join Chief Technologist, John Janek, and Tiffany Ceasor, Technical Director for Partnerships, discuss her new role at the company and tech projects. Tiffany shares her background as a data scientist and AI/ML engineer at Microsoft, and her journey through various roles at Dev Technology, including business development and data architecture. The dis…
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Government Contract WARNING: Banks Deny You Even When You Win $20M!
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10:39In today’s Daily Windup, I sit back down with Craig Cohen, VP of Business Development at Encore Funding, to uncover the hidden ways banks quietly deny small businesses—even when you’re holding multi-million-dollar government contracts. From rejecting companies for being “too liquid” to charging an “unused line” fee when you don’t even borrow, Craig…
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ICYMI: Opening Keynote AI Acquisition forum
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33:59In this episode, Kareem Fidel of CGI Federal introduces Zach Whitman, Chief Data Scientist and inaugural Chief AI Officer at GSA, who discusses GSA's AI strategies and initiatives. Whitman elaborates on the practical experimentation and deployment of AI systems, the importance of data hygiene, benchmarks for AI performance, and the challenges and o…
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295: Government Contracting WARNING: Old Systems, New Wars, ZERO Opportunities?
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1:02:57On today’s episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Hunter, former Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, to unpack the realities of how the government buys—and where opportunities exist for contractors. With nearly two decades on Capitol Hill, years in the think tank space, and direct l…
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14-Hour Days, 17 Years in GovCon—What Small Businesses STILL Get Wrong
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9:32On today’s Daily Windup, I’m addressing one of the most overlooked deal-killers in government contracting: poor follow-up and lack of preparation. My guest, with 17 years in supplier diversity and small business programs, shares behind-the-scenes insights from grueling conference days to procurement readiness training at DIA. Together, we highlight…
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Ep 390: Non-Traditional Contracting 101 OTAs, BAAs, CSOs, and SBIRs
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46:31Non-traditional contracting is exploding in government contracting, and small businesses can win faster by learning the rules. In this episode, Michael LeJeune and guest expert Angela Webb break down BAAs, CSOs, OTAs, and SBIR/STTR, when to use each, and where to find them on SAM.gov. You will learn the typical cadence from five-page white paper to…
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From $30M to $40M: Government Contracting Secrets Revealed!
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9:11On today’s Daily Windup, I dive into how certifications can be the catalyst for massive growth in government contracting. From real-world success stories like Sarah scaling her 8A business to $30M, Marcus building his SDVOSB to $25M, and Lisa cracking $40M through combined certifications, this episode reveals why credentials aren’t just paper—they’…
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