In a conversational format, Nell McDonnell’s expert panel demystifies CMMC, the DOD’s new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirement for businesses working with the Department of Defense. Learn why the Department of Defense is requiring CMMC certification from industry. How can your business quickly achieve CMMC Level 1 compliance? What are the multiple levels and will PTACs help support industry? Panel includes– • Katie Arrington (CISO, Acquisition and Sustainment, OSD) •...

Nell McDonnell interviews NAVSEA Deputy for Small Business Dan Duckwitz about the importance of research and small business solutions that address the pain points of specific program offices, the complexity of the NAVSEA structure and the need for small business feedback. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for GovCon Chamber...

Nell McDonnell interviews NAVSEA Deputy for Small Business Dan Duckwitz about the importance of research and small business solutions that address the pain points of specific program offices, the complexity of the NAVSEA structure and the need for small business feedback. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for GovCon Chamber...

Nell McDonnell interviews author and RSM Federal managing director Joshua Frank about the 'long-game' cycle of government contracting, how to combine business development with business strategy, grow through subcontracting and to directly influence acquisition. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for GovCon Chamber members....

Nell McDonnell interviews author and RSM Federal managing director Josh Frank about the 'long-game' cycle of government contracting, how to combine business development with business strategy, grow through subcontracting and to directly influence acquisition. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for GovCon Chamber members....

Nell McDonnell interviews Solvability CEO Jenny W. Clark on financial fundamentals of direct and indirect costs, competitive pricing strategies for small businesses and the financial systems required for DCAA compliance, maturity and scalability in government contracting. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone Chamber...

Nell McDonnell interviews Solvability CEO Jenny W. Clark on financial fundamentals of direct and indirect costs, competitive pricing strategies for small businesses and the financial systems required for DCAA compliance, maturity and scalability in government contracting. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone Chamber...

Nell McDonnell interviews Air Force Cyber/IT Acquisition Officer Sam Riehn on how to identify the Air Force program managers who buy what you sell, how acquisition is changing and how small businesses with cyber security capabilities can take advantage of exciting new opportunities. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone...

Nell McDonnell interviews Air Force Cyber/IT Acquisition Officer Sam Riehn on how to identify the Air Force program managers who buy what you sell, how acquisition is changing and how small businesses with cyber security capabilities can take advantage of exciting new opportunities. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone...

Nell McDonnell interviews Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane (NAVSEA) Director of Small Business Programs Matt Burkett about the scope of contracts available in support of the mission of NSWC Crane, tips and techniques to research opportunities and the primary acquisition procedures and vehicles used. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and...

Nell McDonnell interviews Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane (NAVSEA) Director of Small Business Programs Matt Burkett about the scope of contracts available in support of the mission of NSWC Crane, tips and techniques to research opportunities and the primary acquisition procedures and vehicles used. Host Neil McDonnell, president Small Business Success Club and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and...

Nell McDonnell interviews Navy Small Business Program Director Emily Harman about DOD’s annual Small Business Training Week and her session on the power of positive small businesses storytelling. Emily Harman is one of the most vocal and visible champions for Small Businesses within the Navy, an immensely qualified and highly respected GovCon influencer. After 30 years of federal service, Emily retired from Navy in June 2019. As Director of the Department of the Navy's Office of Small...

Nell McDonnell interviews Navy Small Business Program Director Emily Harman about DOD’s annual Small Business Training Week and her session on the power of positive small businesses storytelling. Emily Harman is one of the most vocal and visible champions for Small Businesses within the Navy, an immensely qualified and highly respected GovCon influencer. After 30 years of federal service, Emily retired from Navy in June 2019. As Director of the Department of the Navy's Office of Small...

Neil McDonnell interviews Judy Bradt about the personal side of federal contracting and how building relationships is the most critical – but overlooked – secret to success in federal contracting. Judy Bradt is CEO of Summit Insight and has helped over 7,000 clients win more than $300 million dollars over the past 30 years. Author | Government Contracts Made Easier Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small...

Neil McDonnell interviews Judy Bradt about the personal side of federal contracting and how building relationships is the most critical – but overlooked – secret to success in federal contracting. Judy Bradt is CEO of Summit Insight and has helped over 7,000 clients win more than $300 million dollars over the past 30 years. Author | Government Contracts Made Easier Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small...

Neil McDonnell interviews Emily Harman about developments in the Navy's Office of Small Business programs, how to develop strategic relationships with the 10 buying commands, developments in acquisition, federal contracting and subcontracting for HUBZone small businesses. Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone Chamber members. Discover...

Neil McDonnell interviews Emily Harman about developments in the Navy's Office of Small Business programs, how to develop strategic relationships with the 10 buying commands, developments in acquisition, federal contracting and subcontracting for HUBZone small businesses. Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer useful tips and insights for HUBZone Chamber members. Discover...

In this episode, Neil McDonnell interviews Valerie L. Muck, US Air Force Small Business Programs Director about the US Air Force Office of Small Business programs, how to develop strategic relationships with small business specialists, new developments in acquisition, subcontracting strategies and how companies must proactively convey how they can further the Air Force's mission. Participation of guest or views expressed do not constitute an endorsement of any kind. Host Neil McDonnell of SV...

In this episode, Neil McDonnell interviews Mark Amtower (Amtower & Company) one of the foremost government contracting consultants advising companies on how to grow and succeed in the federal government market. In this podcast, Amtower provides powerful tips for defining your business niche, highlighting differentiation, building strategic relationships, conducting effective research, and using social media and networks. Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the...

In this episode, Neil McDonnell interviews Department of Energy Small Business Program Manager Lani MacRae who offers specific tips and advice to help small businesses develop capability statements that grab the attention of contracting officers. Participation of guest or views expressed do not constitute an endorsement of any kind. Host Neil McDonnell of SV Mac Pack, Inc. and founder of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce interviews government and small business experts who generously offer...

The Small Business Success Tips podcast is hosted by Neil McDonnell, Founder & Chair of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce, President of SV Mac Pack, Inc., a Veteran-Owned, HUBZone certified firm specializing in training, scanning and records management. Neil is a small business mentor, coach and trainer that is committed to helping small businesses achieve their goals. Participation of guest or views expressed do not constitute an endorsement of any kind.

Albert Garza, GSA Region 7 (Ft Worth, TX) offers valuable tips for how small businesses connect with business specialists, maximizing the benefits of outreach events, 'doing the contracting officer homework for them!' The Small Business Success Tips podcast is hosted by Neil McDonnell, Founder & Chair of the HUBZone Chamber of Commerce, President of SV Mac Pack, Inc., a Veteran-Owned, HUBZone certified firm. Neil is a small business mentor, coach and trainer committed to helping small...