This show is for anyone who has jumped through lots of hoops to get certified and for those who are working hard to put together the required documentation to obtain your certification – and addresses the question many have been wondering – which is Now what? We also send our congratulations to Victoria Brannigan, CEO of The Queen's Lovely Things - aka "QLT."

Tune in to hear what's a waiver and why they matter in the world of government contracting. We'll ALSO respond to Gina in our FAQs segment, congratulate our BOOM member of the week - Selmin Karatas, Inventor of the majestic Kazani Products Line, notify you of a upcoming bidding opportunity and offer VERY SPECIAL & LOYAL listeners a special TREAT during our hot deal segment at the end; be sure to listen all the way through for the details!"

This show will give you insights on opportunities to sell your goods and services to the NYC Department of Education which has an annual budget north of $20 billion for its 1.1 million students, and 1,800 or more separate schools over 5 boroughs with the support of 135,000 employees, and highlights how to qualify as a vendor for upcoming contracting opportunities.  In addition, this show congratulates desmond the songwriter on the recent release of his new album with the hit single “Rise Up” climbing the charts worldwide.

This show shares four helpful insights on how to get started selling to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security and buys everything from water to blankets especially during disasters and the recent pandemic.  In addition, this show congratulates Ricarte Reid, President and CEO of R Reid Architect, P.C. – a design build organization committed to providing clients with one point of accountability and frustration-free design build experiences.

This show highlights for businesses, and vendors the privileges of listing your business as a vendor with New York State. The vendor registration  also allows your company to advertise any subcontracting opportunities to thousands of businesses for free. In addition, this show congratulates Michelle Turner, the magnificent global journalist and Host of "The Collective" on WSME Enlightmentmedia.com, where arts, culture and entertainment come alive. 

Stand out from the crowd by knowing how to successfully respond to request for proposals. This episode is packed with easy steps you can take to understand how to prepare, and present your bid to any government or corporate entity. In addition, B.O.O.M. offers  Congratulations to Pauline Thompson and Tamar Brown, they’re the dynamic mother/daughter Duo and Founders of Tailor-Made by Pauline – a firm offering custom-made tailoring services and clothing for women to help them feel confident and comfortable about their bodies.

Ready to diversify your business? Ready to take on government contracts? If you've been in business several years and you want the capability of growing much faster than your peers - the 8a certification may work for your company. This episode highlights how to get started selling to the government and those who qualify.  This episode also congratulates Wallace McNair with Aces Seal Coating and Contracting, Inc., a New York corporation specializing in providing commercial and residential masonry and asphalt services to local retail shopping centers, apartment complexes, local businesses, churches, and various other property owners. 

Generally speaking at a large airport approximately 20% or more of the concession contracts are awarded to Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBE) or food vendors – and if you're interested in learning more - this episode will share some news you can use! 

Additionally, we offer congratulations to Gerald Inman (affectionately known as Coach JR), he’s Founder, and CEO of Fitness Fabs, and Author of “When the Air Comes Out of the Ball,” an inspirational autobiography encouraging children to utilize their gifts as windows of opportunity to make their ultimate dreams become reality. 

Coach JR has tremendous experiences to share – he played in the NBA G League – and Now Coach JR is a personal trainer and fitness guru with his own line of stylish, comfortable, and colorful fitness clothing that everyone would love to wear. You can order sweat suits, shirts, and sports wear from www.fitnessfabs.org, or connect with Coach JR @fitnessfabsinc that’s @fitnessfabsinc or via telephone at (845) 598-8981.

You're going to want to listen to this segment if you are considering doing business with the airport. There just may be contract opportunities that are set-aside for companies just like your business. This episode also showcases the Rochdale Lock and Roll, LLC business owner, Mike and Marquis, located in Jamaica, New York.

This show gives you a glimpse of what's to expect when selling to the federal government, and allows you to take an assessment as to if you're ready to launch forward, and congratulates Dr. Malinda Bell, Founder of Women Out of Bondage Ministries (WOOB) – a worldwide ministry with headquarters in Riverdale, GA. Since 1996 Dr. Bell has been coordinating and delivering conferences and retreats that target women faced with challenges in their careers, businesses, and families. To find out more of the exciting (WOOB) details visit the website womenoutofbondage.org or contact Dr. Bell directly on (678) 516-9411.