Exploring the Government Marketplace for your Small Business



If you are a start-up interested in the government market or new to government contracting, this workshop will help you understand “The Big Picture” of the government marketplace and how to begin building the right foundation now for success in the future.

 

After watching this workshop you will be able to...

 

1.   Determine if the federal market is right for your business.

2.  Assess the size of the federal marketplace for your product or service.

3.  Set and pursue S.M.A.R.T. Goals specific to the federal market.

4.  Find out how to find and leverage thousands of dollars in free resources to help you succeed.

5.  Avoid losing thousands of dollars by steering clear of common mistakes made by businesses in pursuing government contracts.

6.  Learn how to significantly reduce the time and cost spent by the average contractor in pursuit of government contracts.

7.  Learn how to invest in your business wisely to acquire the right resources for creating a winning team.

8. Understand "The Big Picture" of government contracting, and why most small businesses fail in their pursuits.

9. Learn how to assess your strengths and weaknesses as a government contractor.

 

Bonus material you will receive:

 

1.   Getting Started in Government Contracting Checklist.

2.   Sample 2 page federal contractor’s business plan with SWOT analysis.

 

Here is what a recent participant had to say about this course:

 

“This was one of the best webinars I’ve attended in a while.  Mr. Bernard’s presentation was clear, concise, and well organized.  Content was useful and on point!”

Speaker and Presenter Information

Carroll Bernard brings a unique 360 degree perspective to federal contracting, coaching, and training.  For over a decade Carroll has worked as a buyer for the U.S. Navy, City of Vancouver Washington, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.  He has also provided mentorship, counseling, coaching, and training to thousands of small businesses seeking government contracts as a counselor in the Procurement Technical Assistance Program as well as the U.S. Small Business Administration where he served as a Business Development Specialist for the 8(a) program, Veterans Business Development Officer, and Primary HUBZone Liaison.  Carroll is also a seasoned entrepreneur and has successfully seized opportunities in the government marketplace both as a prime contractor and subcontractor for his own small business.   Carroll works with a number of nonprofits hosting programs that seek to empower small businesses through education such as Procurement Technical Assistance Centers 

Relevant Government Agencies

DOD & Military, Dept of Veterans Affairs, State Government, County Government, City Government


Event Type
Webcast


This event has no exhibitor/sponsor opportunities


When
Wed, Mar 11, 2015, 10:00am - 11:30am PT


Website
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Organizer
Waypoint America, LLC.


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