In this episode, Teresa Moon speaks with Shauna Weatherly, President and Founder of Fed Sub-K, about the intricacies of government contracting. Shauna shares her extensive experience in the federal marketplace, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, understanding contract consolidation, and navigating GSA schedules. The conversation highlights key strategies for small businesses to succeed in the federal marketplace, including the necessity of building relationships with contracting officers and conducting thorough market research. Shauna also discusses compliance requirements and the significance of contractor team agreements. This episode serves as a valuable resource for small businesses looking to thrive in the GovCon space.

00:00 Welcome to GovCon Tea

01:15 Meet Shauna Weatherly

02:52 Why FedSub K Exists

05:33 Finding Real Mentors

10:18 Contract Consolidation Explained

15:23 Do Relationships Still Matter

17:16 Three GSA Schedule Must Knows

21:35 Quick GSA Go No Go Tips

24:24 Key Takeaways and Wrap Up

28:52 Final Thanks and Outro

Connect with Shauna Weatherly on LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/in/shauna-weatherly

Visit the FedSubK website:  fedsubk.com