Showing posts with label veteran-owned small business. Show all posts
Showing posts with label veteran-owned small business. Show all posts

Friday, July 08, 2011

There's No Crying in Contracting

Business is booming in the federal marketplace-at least it is for those who are making changes to deal with the budget constraints, cuts and doom-predictors. Yes, the market is tightening, but is this a surprise? Come on, really, the spending spree grew from $220B in 2000 to over $550B in 2010, and there is surprise that we have to now take budget cuts into consideration?


Remember, there is no crying in contracting. Instead, make a change in your efforts, your strategy, and your tactics to pursue the $500+ Billion still in play. If you are using the same processes and procedures this year that have worked in the past-your hit rate is going to fall. It is past time to evaluate the market, plan a new strategy and lead the pack instead of being one of the pack.


We are considering planning a business roundtable discussion to be held here in Columbia MD on a monthly basis. The purpose would be to have the place where you can discuss with your peers the issues you are seeing as challenges. This will not be a networking event, it is not a sales event. It is not a training event. Rather it will be a peer-to-peer discussion session that would focus on your federal contracting issues and solutions. If you are interested in this, think it would help you, and you can meet in Columbia MD or perhaps call in to a conference line, let me know. We will make it happen if there is enough interest.

Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Veteran-owned Aerospace Company Recognized for Completing $7.7 Million Air Force Contract

Vetrepreneur Magazine Article Highlights Patriot Taxiway Industries, Inc.

Lomira, WI. Patriot Taxiway Industries, Inc, an up and coming, veteran-owned business in the aerospace field, was recently profiled in the January edition of Vetrepreneur magazine for completing their large-scale, government contract.. The company, composed of fifteen employees, successfully closed their multi-million dollar contract with the U.S. Air Force, supplying 2,000 Dual Mode Portable STAND GUARD©LED lighting systems to 28 Air Force Bases worldwide.

Patriot Taxiway Industries, Inc stepped into aerospace and aeropart manufacturing a little over 20 months ago in Omro, Wisconsin, then transferred to a superior manufacturing plant in Lomira, Wisconsin. Patriot Taxiway president and vetrepreneur, Steven A. Smits, who served in the U.S. Air Force and is still enlisted in the Air National Guard, had a lot weighing on the fulfillment of their first contract. The team comprised of more than 70% veterans, produced and delivered all 2,000 remotely controlled lighting systems on schedule to their international destinations. Smits credited their manufacturing efficiency and the quality of the LED products they provide to the veterans and other team members.

“Their experience, dedication and commitment to a quality product are what helped this company deliver on a $7.7 million contract,” Smits said.

The company’s proficient work was acknowledged in January’s Vetrepreneur, a magazine geared toward building veteran businesses in the United States.

Vice President of Patriot Taxiway, Kevin McDermott, cited the company’s dedication to using all resources available to small business, and associating themselves with their market and competitors as reasons for the company’s success.

He also said, “We are a small business in the eyes of the federal government, and we are aggressive in satisfying the requirements of the Buy American Act (BAA). We are one of the few manufacturers building LED lighting systems here in the US.”

Patriot Taxiway has little doubt they can succeed in such competitive times after successfully completing such a large scale project. With completion of their first extensive contract under their belts, the company is now looking to additional opportunities for more extensive jobs in the future.

For more information, or to contact Patriot Taxiway Industries, Inc., visit http://www.patriottaxiway.com
Patriot Taxiway Industries, Inc.

Contact: Kevin McDermott
Direct: 414-688-7276
Office 920-269-4440
Fax: 414-755-0797
Email: kevin.mcdermott@patriottaxiway.com
Web site: www.patriottaxiway.com

Saturday, January 23, 2010

The National Alliance of African American Chambers (NAAAC) & TargetGov Join Together to Provide Government Contracting Training Opportunities

Minority Firms Open Door to Billions in Government Contracts

The first of a year-long series of national teleconferences to win federal contracts starts January 27, 2010. These teleconferences are hosted by the National Alliance of African American Chambers (NAAAC) & TargetGov and are open to all entrepreneurs nationwide.

“Given the economy and the reality of today's business environment, it is essential that Black enterprises increase their revenues and customers. Being successful in Federal contracting, which can be a significant growth strategy, can do both!” says Clayton Hammond, Chairman of the NAAAC. “In order to assist entrepreneurs in being successful in Federal contracting, the leadership of the NAAAC felt it was essential to develop a resource that would teach entrepreneurs the necessary skill sets and insights. To develop such a resource, the NAAAC partnered with TargetGov to develop this year-long series of teleconferences. As the series is front loaded with invaluable information, an entrepreneur need not wait until the series is completed to pursue contracting opportunities. While this resource was developed by the NAAAC, it is open to any entrepreneur that wants to learn how to be successful in Federal contracting.”

By attending this series of teleconferences participants will listen to experts in the industry as they share their experience – their successes and their failures, learn the language of government contracting, become familiar with the various federal resources and programs available to help them get started, and determine how to best focus the company’s efforts towards success. In addition, participants will learn the specific documents needed to effectively market their company, recognize the unique accounting rules required of government contractors, become aware of opportunities to team with other companies in the federal contracting market, realize the unique timeline of government contracting, and understand the keys to getting in the door with the real decision makers.

All teleconferences will be held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am PST, 11:00 am MST, noon CST and 1:00 pm EST. Participants will not only hear the expert speakers, but will also receive an exclusive Toolkit created specifically for each individual teleconference. These Toolkits are e-books that are packed with information, contacts and other valuable resources.

Gloria Berthold Larkin, President of TargetGov, will be the expert speaker for all of these teleconferences.

To register visit http://www.targetgov.com or call toll-free at 1-866-579-1346, for only $80.00 per teleconference or $860 for the entire series.

National Alliance of African American Chambers
Post Office Box 5488 - Portland, OR 97228-5488
Email: Info@minoritychambers.com
Phone: (503) 244-5794 ext 45
Fax: (503) 345-9535

Tuesday, December 01, 2009

TargetGov’s “Introduction to Government Contracting” Teleconference Scheduled

TargetGov’s national teleconference, “Introduction to Government Contracting” will be held on Thursday December 10, 2009. This teleconference is designed to help companies who are newcomers to the federal marketplace. Registrants of this teleconference will also receive a 60 page Toolkit with specific details about the world of government contracting. This teleconference will include what the government is buying and when, how to target the right opportunities, how to reach the decision makers, and the keys to successful Federal marketing.

Other covered topics include: A 5 Step Guide to Increasing Sales to Government Agencies, 200+ Federal Agency Procurement Web Sites and Related Links, Annual Budget Forecast, Prime Contractor List, Commercial Market Representatives, Over 100 specific contacts, and the Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid.

Said Kellyann F., Environmental Engineer and small business owner, of TargetGov, “I'd like to personally thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge of Federal Contracting with local start up business owners. I truly realize the value of having someone like yourself providing tips on developing a successful contracting business.”

The expert speakers for this teleconference are Mary Lee Kolich, Program Manager, Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and Gloria Berthold Larkin, President of TargetGov.

Mary Lee Kolich has spent most of her 30 year career working with small, minority-owned businesses. Having studied Business Administration at the University of Cincinnati, Ms. Kolich embarked on a career in information technology.

Her expertise lies in marketing to the federal and state governments, as well as project management in the service contracting arena. For twenty years of her career, Ms. Kolich served as Division Director and General Manager for two 8a federal contracting businesses that successfully graduated from the SBA program.

Mary Lee owned her own small business for 5 years as a value-added reseller and consultant of office automation software and equipment to the federal government and prime contractors. She has served as a SBDC Counselor in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties for the past two years, assisting small to mid size businesses.

Gloria Berthold Larkin is the President of TargetGov and the national Procurement Committee Co-Chair for Women Impacting Public Policy, a nation non-partisan membership organization. She is an expert at government procurement and related business development and marketing services including minority certification services, contract development, GSA Schedules, proposal management and development, contract administration and federal contracting services.

The cost to register is waived as a part of the TargetGov economic stimulus program. The 60 page Toolkit is also complimentary to all registrants. Register at http://www.targetgov.com, or by calling toll-free at 1-866-579-1346.

About TargetGov:
TargetGov focuses on government procurement and related business development and marketing services including minority certification services, contract development (GSA Schedules, etc.), business development, proposal management and development, contract administration and expert federal contracting services. The parent company, MOA, provides corporate business development and marketing-related services including current customer analysis to determine profitability, client profiling, targeted prospect identification and list development, database, marketing plan and strategy development, graphic design, marketing communications and calendar development and execution (advertising, direct mail, fax, email, newsletters, postcards, brochures, etc.) Gloria Berthold Larkin is the author of “The Veterans Business Guide: How to Build a Successful Government Contracting Business.” Visit http://www.TargetGov.com

Monday, July 27, 2009

TargetGov’s National Veterans Teleconference Scheduled

TargetGov’s National Veteran’s Teleconference will be held on Friday November 13, 2009. This teleconference that will provide any veteran or employee of a veteran-owned business information that can put a business directly on the path to success in the government contracting market. Registration for this teleconference is being offered at no cost. In addition to the ability to attend this teleconference, with registration, customers will receive a 35 page Toolkit, in PDF format.

Other covered topics by this teleconference include: 13 Steps On How To Do Business With The Government, Registrations Required for Federal Government Contracting, The Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, The Ft Detrick Business Development Office, The Department of Veterans Affairs, and an Introduction to Business Development for the Federal Government Market.

“Any veteran entrepreneur in this country, or any employee of one, can benefit tremendously from this teleconference. Without this information, breaking into government contracting can seem lengthy and impossible. With this information however, becoming a contractor of the world’s Fortune One customer can become a reality,” said Gloria Berthold Larkin, the expert speaker for this teleconference.

Gloria Berthold Larkin is the President of TargetGov and the national Procurement Committee Co-Chair for Women Impacting Public Policy. She is an expert at government procurement and related business development and marketing services including minority certification services, contract development, GSA Schedules, proposal management and development, contract administration and federal contracting services.

Said Jon Bailey, President, Wood Street, Inc.: “If you need to do business with the Federal Government, you need to connect with Gloria. Gloria has her finger on the pulse of marketing and selling to the Feds.”

To register, visit http://www.targetgov.com, or by calling toll-free at 1-866-579-1346, at no cost.

About TargetGov:
TargetGov focuses on government procurement and related business development and marketing services including minority certification services, contract development (GSA Schedules, etc.), business development, proposal management and development, contract administration and expert federal contracting services. The parent company, MOA, provides corporate business development and marketing-related services including current customer analysis to determine profitability, client profiling, targeted prospect identification and list development, database, marketing plan and strategy development, graphic design, marketing communications and calendar development and execution (advertising, direct mail, fax, email, newsletters, postcards, brochures, etc.) Gloria Berthold Larkin is the author of “The Veterans Business Guide: How to Build a Successful Government Contracting Business.” Visit http://www.TargetGov.com