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- How to Plan for 2025 Success Under a Trump AdministrationHow to Plan for 2025 Success Under a Trump Administration
Small businesses can still find government contracting success under the new Trump Administration in 2025. Plan now to review and adapt your strategies and relationships. Government efficiency will be the battle cry of this administration so you need to be able to demonstrate you can be cost-efficient, time-efficient, and provide critical value at the best cost.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- Understanding how every new administration brings changes in federal spending and priorities.
- Strategies for small businesses to achieve success in government contracting under the new Trump Administration in 2025.
- Planning for 2025 now to navigate upcoming changes and review strategies effectively.
- Recognizing and adapting to the new priorities set by the Trump Administration to align business goals.
- How small businesses should take proactive steps to secure government contracts and thrive in the evolving landscape.
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
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🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
24 min - Win Federal Contracts as a Subcontractor in FY2025Win Federal Contracts as a Subcontractor in FY2025
This will be the most important government contracting training you ever watch! Being a subcontractor is a great way to pursue opportunities you normally could not.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- Three ways to earn federal revenue
- Why do billion-dollar government contractors subcontract under other large and small businesses
- What it really means to subcontract
- Tips for increasing your chances of getting on a team to subcontract
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
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🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them how to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
27 min - What's Wrong with Your 2025 Capability Statement and How to Fix ItWhat's Wrong with Your Capability Statement and How to Fix for 2025
Is your Capability Statement killing your chances of working with federal agencies? Government contractors need to analyze yours and I'll show you how to do this before 2025.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell explains:- The top mistakes small businesses make in their Capability Statements
- How to quickly fix the mistakes and get ready for 2025
- Steps you should take after you fix your Capability Statement that will help land meetings
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🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
26 min - Difference Between an RFI vs RFP for Federal Government ContractsDifference Between an RFI vs RFP for Federal Government Contracts
Federal buyers follow a formal buying/acquisition process and knowing the difference between an RFI and an RFP will allow you to properly prepare to take advantage of each.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- What is an RFI-Request for Information
- What is an RFP- Request for Proposal
- What are the differences between RFI vs RFP responses
- Learn the importance of responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Sources Sought Notices and provides tips and best practices for preparing responses that meet government requirements.
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
–––––––––––––––––––––––––
🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
24 min - The Easiest government contracts to Win in FY 2025The Easiest Government Contracts to Win in FY 2025
With FY2025 just around the corner, now is the time to position your small business for success in government contracting! Let's talk about the easiest government contracts to win for your company.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- Identify the best contract vehicles for your business
- Leverage expiring contracts to your advantage
- Target opportunities with the highest chance of success
- Effectively compete against other contractors for the easiest government contracts to win
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
–––––––––––––––––––––––––
🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
26 min - Build Relationships with SMALL Prime ContractorsBuild Relationships with SMALL Prime Contractors
Working with small business winners in your target agency is one of the easiest ways to land opportunities.
You can build relationships that will lead to future teaming, or perhaps even lead to supporting current contracts they have.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell explains:- Why it is important to build relationships with small business prime contractors in your target agency
- How those relationships can get you onto existing contracts
- When is the right time to build these relationships
- How to identify the right small businesses and the best folks to contact
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
–––––––––––––––––––––––––
🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
28 min - 2025 Capability Statements that Will Land Meetings with Federal BuyersWrite the Best GovCon Capability Statement to Get Meetings in 2025
Are you a small business struggling to win government contracts? Let’s unlock the secret to a winning capability statement!
Remember – the primary purpose for a Capability Statement is to land meetings with federal buyers. Use our framework to create a capability statement that will help you stand out from the competition.
✅ In this training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell explains:- How to communicate successfully with just a single page Capability Statement
- What are the critical elements to include (and leave out) of your format
- The biggest mistake small businesses make with their Capability Statement
- How to 'use' your Capability Statement for success
- Where to put your Capability Statement for maximum visibility
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🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
24 min - Federal contract spending in the new Trump AdministrationFederal Contract Spending in the New Trump Administration
As a Government Contractor, you'll want to gain an understanding of how shifts in administration impact federal spending and contract opportunities. This session will explore the possible directions of federal spending priorities in 2025 under the Trump Administration and what they mean for government contractors.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- How changes in executive priorities may shape agency budgets and contract opportunities
- Which sectors are likely to see increases or decreases in spending
- How to research agency priorities and spending to see how they'll impact you
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🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
28 min - How a Trump Presidency Could Impact Government ContractingHow a Trump Presidency Could Impact Government Contracting
There will be significant changes to government contracting and federal spending priorities in 2025 under the new Trump Administration.
The proposed DOGE idea, a Department of Government Efficiency, indicates that everything will be under review. How will the new Trump Presidency impact government contracting? What does the evidence tell us?
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- How executive priorities shape agency budgets and contract opportunities
- Which sectors are likely to see increases or decreases in spending
- How to research agency priorities and spending to see how they'll impact you
–––––––––––––––––––––––––
🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
28 min - Missile Defense Agency SBIR has $114M for SB InnovatorsMissile Defense Agency SBIR has $114M for SB Innovators
The US Missile Defense Agency has a $114M fund for small business innovation funding.Today Neil McDonnell chats with Candace Wright, Director of the SBIR / STTR Program Office for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and a champion for small business innovation.
✅ In this Training, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses:- What kind of ‘innovation’ MDA is looking for
- How to access MDA’s non-dilutive funds for traditional government contractors and those not yet supporting federal agencies
- Why SBIR dollars should be part of your overall growth strategy
- Difference between successful and unsuccessful applicants
✅ Join us on LinkedIn to build your network and engaging other in the largest Government Contracting community online. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/government-contracting-success-6895009566325907456/
–––––––––––––––––––––––––
🟩 HOST | Neil McDonnell
president GovCon Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of GovCon in a Box https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-mcdonnell/
Small business owners trust Neil to show them HOW to earn federal government contracts and subcontracts. A passionate 'evangelist' for business development in the federal marketplace, Neil has helped 1000s of small business contractors collectively win over $3B (federal contract value).
A small business contractor in the tech space for 25+ years, Neil successfully won contracts worth hundreds of millions for the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including- US Army • US Navy • US Air Force • HHS • VA • White House • Departments of Education, Transportation, Interior and Energy and numerous large prime contractors
✅ SPONSORED BY GOVCON IN A BOX | www.GOVCONinaBox.com
GovCon in a Box is a FREE AI Community Resource for small business government contractors (launched July 2024)- Maximize your visibility to federal buyers by getting a '100 Visibility Score'
- Find teammates who want to work with you
- Getting daily updates of RFIs in your sweet spot
- Respond to opportunities that you can win
- See consolidated data from USA Spending, FDPS, and DSBS
- www.GOVCONinaBox.com
35 min
About Federal Sales and Government Contracting (Neil McDonnell)
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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 relationships with federal buyers and teaming partners that lead to federal revenue.
Neil also brings together leading experts in federal government contracting in order to help small businesses grow as government contractors.
Neil is famous for making complicated topics easy to understand, helping businesses 'find their niche' and for providing specific, achievable, actionable steps any business owner could follow.
Discover how small businesses can research opportunities, build relationships, promote their capabilities, request small business set-aside (SBSA) opportunities and secure government business contracts.
Find out more at https://www.GovConChamber.com
HOST: Neil McDonnell
Neil is a small business owner, mentor, coach and trainer committed to helping small businesses achieve their goals. He is a motivational speaker, trainer and vocal advocate for the potential of American small businesses. His passion is drawn from his personal experience serving in the US Army, from providing contracting services to various government agencies, and from the many successful and failed companies he has founded since his youth.
Connect with Neil: https://LinkedIn.com/in/Neil-McDonnell
As president of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce, Neil hosts daily LinkedIn live training and teaches the strategies and skills required to build relationships with federal buyers and teaming partners that lead to federal revenue.
Neil also brings together leading experts in federal government contracting in order to help small businesses grow as government contractors.
Neil is famous for making complicated topics easy to understand, helping businesses 'find their niche' and for providing specific, achievable, actionable steps any business owner could follow.
Discover how small businesses can research opportunities, build relationships, promote their capabilities, request small business set-aside (SBSA) opportunities and secure government business contracts.
Find out more at https://www.GovConChamber.com
HOST: Neil McDonnell
Neil is a small business owner, mentor, coach and trainer committed to helping small businesses achieve their goals. He is a motivational speaker, trainer and vocal advocate for the potential of American small businesses. His passion is drawn from his personal experience serving in the US Army, from providing contracting services to various government agencies, and from the many successful and failed companies he has founded since his youth.
Connect with Neil: https://LinkedIn.com/in/Neil-McDonnell
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