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Latest Episodes:

Meet Sheryl Welch -FPAC Small Business Coordinator U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Sep 26, 2024

Tune into this enlightening episode featuring Sheryl Welch, a passionate Small Business Coordinator and engaged Procurement Analyst at the USDA's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) Business Center. Sheryl shares her expertise and enthusiasm as a dedicated advocate for small businesses, offering practical tips on how to successfully engage with government clients. Get ahead of the curve by learning about the USDA FPAC's upcoming priorities and how you can position your business to thrive in the competitive landscape of government contracting. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights from Sheryl’s knowledgeable and seasoned perspective!
If you wish to engage the USDA FPAC Business Center about your services or solutions please contact Sheryl Welch at sheryl.welch@usda.gov

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Meet Emily Murphy, former GSA Administrator and Senior Fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting Aug 31, 2023

SECAF’s Podcast interview with Emily Murphy, the former GSA Administrator and Senior Fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting. Learn about the Panel Emily is moderating during the upcoming Small Business Summit on 7 September on the Challenges Small Businesses face under the policies of current Small Business Goals. She also discusses the research paper she authored on the topic of Small Business Goaling.

If you wish to engage the Baroni Center for Government Contracting about future events, or to learn more about Emily’s research efforts, please reach out to Charles Dolgas at cdolgas@gmu.edu or visit their website at https://business.gmu.edu/centers/center-government-contracting

Emily’s Paper can be found here: https://business.gmu.edu/centers/center-government-contracting/center-government-contracting-research#white-papers

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Meet Jerry McGinn, George Mason University Executive Director of the Baroni Center for Government Contracting Aug 31, 2023

SECAF’s Podcast interview with Jerry McGinn, the George Mason University Executive Director of the Baroni Center for Government Contracting. Learn about the George Mason School of Business Baroni Center for Government Contracting’s mission and Jerry role, insights into the Small Business Summit Agenda and Keynote Speaker, and future events the Baroni Center is hosting.

If you wish to engage the Baroni Center for Government Contracting about future events, GovCon research and policy development efforts, or questions for Jerry please reach out to Charles Dolgas at cdolgas@gmu.edu or visit their website at https://business.gmu.edu/centers/center-government-contracting

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Meet Richard Beutel, Principal Researcher and Fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting Aug 31, 2023

SECAF’s Podcast interview with Richard Beutel, the Principal Researcher and Fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting. Learn about the Panel Richard is moderating during the upcoming Small Business Summit on 7 September on the Challenges Small Businesses face in competing for contracts under category management and access to contracting vehicles and the bureaucracy of set-asides.

If you wish to engage the Baroni Center for Government Contracting about future events, or to learn more about Richard’s research efforts, please reach out to Charles Dolgas at cdolgas@gmu.edu or visit their website at https://business.gmu.edu/centers/center-government-contracting

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Meet Shannon Jackson - Executive Director - Office Small Business and Disadvantage Utilization U.S Dept. of Health and Human Services Aug 11, 2023

SECAF’s podcast interview with Shannon Jackson, Executive Director Office Small Business and Disadvantage Business Utilization U.S Dept. of Health and Human Services. Learn about the OSDBU at the HHS, Mr. Jackson's priorities, a few personal insights about the Director, and how small business GovCons can engage with his office.
If you wish to engage the HSH OSDBU Office about your services, solutions or specific technology innovation please contact

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Meet Jamie Holcombe - CIO United States Patent and Trade Office Apr 06, 2023

SECAF’s Podcast interview with Jamie Holcombe, the United States Patent and Trade Office CIO. Learn about the Information Technology challenges at the USPTO, Mr. Holcombe’s priorities, a few personal insights about the CIO, and how small business GovCons can engage with his office.
If you wish to engage the USPTO CIO’s Office about your services, solutions or specific technology innovation please contact Mr. Ramesh Pai at Ramesh.Pai@USPTO.GOV

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Meet SECAF's New Chair Meghan Gifford Feb 07, 2023

Welcome to the first episode of the SECAF Official Podcast! This podcast features an interview with SECAF Chairperson Meghan Gifford, who provides insights into her past, present, and future experience in the government contracting industry. Meghan also discusses the value that SECAF can bring to small and emerging small businesses. If you're curious to learn more about what SECAF can do for small businesses within this industry, then this podcast is perfect for you!

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