In this episode, Teresa chats with Candace Waterman.  Candace is President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP).  She oversees a nonpartisan organization that advocates for women entrepreneurs in our Nation's Capitol.  Candace shares what she thinks the greatest impact WIPP is making on behalf of women owned businesses as well as some of the partners that assist with WIPP's mission.  She also shares with Teresa the initiatives WIPP is focused on in 2023 and how to get involved.

For more on Candace Waterman and Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP):

linkedin.com/in/candacewaterman

wipp.org 

In this episode, Teresa sits down with Steven Koprince.  Steven is a faculty instructor and legal analyst at GOVOLOGY.  During their conversation they discuss the recently announced significant SBA changes to the rules governing the 8(a) program, joint ventures, etc. They also discuss what contractors should know about these pending changes and how they'll impact them.  Catch up on Steven's blog at smallgovcon.com 

For more information on Steven Koprince and GOVOLOGY:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stevenkoprince

Website: www.govology.com 

In this episode, Teresa talks with Ben Stinson.  Ben is Founder & President of Fed Sherpas, an organization of experts that apply their knowledge of the federal acquisition landscape to work for your next technical business capture or innovation.  Ben shares with Teresa some of the things that program managers should consider outside of cost, schedule, and performance as well as how a bidder would include risk management in their proposal.  They also discuss Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and how those new to government contracting can learn more about it.

For more on Ben Stinson and Fed Sherpas:

linkedin.com/in/bpstinson

fedsherpas.com 

In this episode, Teresa talks with new friend David Safeer, founder and CEO of Cash is Clear Learning Systems.  They discuss why David decided to focus on cash flow, some of the biggest challenges small businesses face, common myths about cash flow management and why he teaches accountants to help their clients with cash flow issues?

To contact David Safeer and more information regarding Cash is Clear Learning Systems:

Email:  [email protected]

LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/dsafeer

Website:  winningthecashflowgame.com 

In this episode, Teresa catches up with Michelle Burnett, Executive Director of HUBZone Contractors National Council.  They dive into some of the legislative initiatives Michelle and her team have been working on as well as the councils goals for 2023.  She also share's where she's sees the councils greatest impact and even drops some valuable tips for HUBZone contractors.

For more information on Michelle Burnett and HUBZone:

linkedin.com/in/michelle-burnett-21737771

https://hubzonecouncil.org/

In this episode, Teresa sits down with Stephanie Alexander and Susy Vallelonga of BOOST LLC.  They discuss FY 23 Budgeting with a focus some up-and-coming topics any GovCon business should consider such as increased supply/inventory/service costs, increased recruiting and retention, increased expenses for cyber security, and accessibility to tax credits.  Stephanie and Susy also share top recommendations for all small business when establishing their 2023 budget.  Listen in for some great information and resources to help with your upcoming FY 23 budget.

For more information on Stephanie Alexander, Susy Vallelonga, and BOOST LLC:

linkedin.com/in/stephaniealexanderboostllc

linkedin.com/in/susanagarciavallelonga

www.BOOSTLLC.net

In this episode, Teresa sits with Simon Turner and Kris Brinker of Ocean 5 Strategies.  Ocean 5 Strategies provides continuous improvement of sales and marketing performance with plans, strategies, and programs that deliver results and measure ROI.  Simon and Kris share what are the most common problem they are solving for government contractors, one of the biggest misconceptions they receive from government contractors, and how marketing changed since COVID.  

For more information on Simon Turner and Kris Brinker:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ocean-5-strategies/

ocean5strategies.com 

linkedin.com/in/krisbrinker

linkedin.com/in/simonpturner

In this episode, Teresa sits down with Courtney Fairchild.  Courtney is President & CEO of Global Services with more than 20 years in the arena of federal proposals & GSA Schedules. Her leadership of Global Services has empowered companies with over 2,500 contract awards in excess of $20 billion in value.  They discuss why small businesses gravitate toward GSA schedules and what kind of businesses are able to obtain GSA schedules?  Courtney also addresses some of the misconceptions about GSA schedules, how she assists with going after task orders after obtaining the schedule, and the importance of GSA schedule compliance.    Lastly, Courtney talks with Teresa about her role in her passion project, Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), and how people can get involved.

For more on Courtney Fairchild and her initiatives:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/globalservices/

globalservicesinc.com 

In this episode, Teresa catches up with friend Emily Harman.  Emily is a certified Positive Intelligence Coach and U.S. Government Account Director.  They discuss what positive intelligence is exactly, how strengthening our mental fitness can help companies in GovCon, how to recognize when the saboteurs of the mind interfere with small businesses in GovCon and how to overcome and discover the positive aspects and opportunities of their circumstances.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-harman/

In this episode, Teresa sits with Jaime Gracia.  Jaime is the Director of Strategic Enterprise Programs at the U.S. Department of State.  During their discussion, they discuss new initiatives with Department of State such as EVOLVE and what it is, who has access to this program, how it will offer more to small businesses and how this program will change the way the department interacts with industry.

For more information about Jaime Gracia:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimegracia/