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The Smalls talks to SBIR Advisors/LT Capitol Ventures! Aug 16, 2021

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Tune in and listen to your hosts Just Nate and DK as they speak to two wonder people. Mr. Brent Nichols and Mr. Andrew Bossert. Both of them work for SBIR Advisors and LT Capitol Ventures.

Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Advisors is a firm that helps you and your small business move into the DoD world of contracting using your tech. They can even help you with a Science and Tech Transfer Research Program (STTR). These two programs are set aside for small businesses grow and develop their tech. To get you to that next level, they use a easy 3 step process:

1. Strategy

Our team members have backgrounds in different government sectors. Providing us information about your company and what type of contracts you want to pursue enables us to pair you up with a consultant that is a perfect fit for your company.

2. Proposal Building and Business Development

Based on your goals, we will create a road map of contract opportunities covering the next 6-12 months. Then, your consultant will begin connecting you with relevant Department of Defense stakeholders and writing your proposals to help you win the right contracts for your company.

3. Contract Award

Your Consultant will guide you through negotiations, contract terms, and post-award administration. Assisting with invoicing, initial deliverables, and any questions you have along the way.

Then, instead of starting the process all over again, we take what we’ve learned about your company and the Department of Defense’s needs to help you win contract after contract.

Listen in as Brent and Andrew discuss how SBIR phase 1, phase 2 and phase 3 work. They are also very knowledgeable on their other firm, LT Capitol Ventures. LT Capitol Ventures helps firms with getting investment funds.

To find out more how these two can help you visit their website at: https://www.sbiradvisors.com/ or you can e-mail Andrew directly at: andrew@sbiradvisors.com

The Smalls talks to Exponential Impact! Aug 09, 2021

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Listen in as your hosts Just Nate and DK (along with a in house listener, PhD Chris) talk with Prakhar Gautam, Program Coordinator. Prakhar works for Exponential Impact out of Colorado Springs, CO.

Exponential Impact’s mission is simple: Give early-stage entrepreneurs focused on emerging technologies the best start humanly possible. We develop founders and startups by equipping them with resources and expertise, then strengthen their connections to create rich environments of innovation and collaboration.

STUNNING ENVIRONMENT.
MODERN FACILITIES.

The business climate is booming in Colorado Springs, with gains in virtually every industry. We have a rich history in technology and innovation, and industries like cybersecurity and defense are growing exponentially. Colorado Springs is only one hour from Denver and minutes from the mountains. XI is situated next to the National Cybersecurity Center and the University of Colorado Springs. Our state-of-the-art facilities offer a graduated workspace for your teams to meet and grow your ventures.

Listen in as Prakhar talks us through what his program does and he teaches us all about Pre Seed money, seed money and Series Money.

Pre-Seed Money = $50k

Seed Money ~ $150k

Series A Round ~ $4-$5M

Look them up at: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ or you can go here: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/springsstartup/

The Smalls talks to NADC at RES2021! Aug 02, 2021

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Listen in as your host Just Nate talks to Dennis K. "DK" while he is on travel down at RES2021 in Las Vegas Nevada. This week DK pulls the team from NADC off to the side and discusses what is going on with the Native American Development Corporation (NADC) and with the Native American PTAC team.

To find out more about NADC visit them on the web at: http://www.nadc-nabn.org/

The Smalls is at RES2021! Jul 26, 2021

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Listen in as your host Just Nate dials in the Smalls CEO as he is attending the RES2021 event in Vegas.

Forward with Resiliency & Reinvention

RES2021 is the Summit to attend for those looking for high caliber networking, winning teaming opportunities, business development sessions, one-on-one consulting, all centered around the American Indian Enterprise.

The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) is moving forward with resiliency and reinvention for American Indian enterprises. The event features tribal leaders, members of Congress, federal agency representatives, state and local officials and top CEO's on a national platform.

Dennis is on the actual floor from the event and discussing what RES2021 is all about. To find out more about what RES2021 is visit their website at: https://res.ncaied.org/

The Smalls talks to "Nate and Kate"! Jul 19, 2021

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Hey everyone, it is Just Nate and DK here. Wow, what a crazy summer so far. First let's say sorry for not having new content every week. We have been trying to get some time in with our families and now we are back to traveling again. In the past 2 weeks we have been to Albuquerque, NM, Farmington, NM, Durango, CO, Mancus, CO, Silverton, CO then back down to Albuquerque, NM for another event. Been crazy but we have been having a great time getting out and meeting people and "having the next conversation". We are starting a bit of a different format to add to the show. Take a listen and let us know what you think.

justnate@thesmalls.org

The Smalls talks to Lucid Optics! Jul 05, 2021

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Listen in as your hosts Just Nate and DK talk to Owner/CEO of Lucid Optics, Jason Wilson. Lucid Optics has Weapons mounted Red Dot sights, scopes, binos and other products. They are located in Riverton, WY. Jason tells us that to be successful you need to listen to your customer base and figure out how to give them what they want to purchase, makes sense right? Their products carry a lifetime warranty and they are very easy to work with, as long as you don't be a jerk!

One of the biggest tips he gave us is when starting your own business you must give yourself a salary. Jason gives us some tips about some of the tools he uses including Sales Binder.

To find out more about Jason and his company Lucid Optics, visit them on their website at: www.lucidoptics.com or e-mail Jason directly at jason@lucidoptics.com

Repeat - The Smalls talks to Stratagem Group Jun 28, 2021

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This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.

Listen in as your host Just Nate and Dennis talk with Jason Putnam and Ben Avicolli from The Stratagem Group.

https://www.stratagemgroup.com/index.html

Listen in as Jason and Ben talk about how their business is helping not only the government customer but how they treat their employees. Jason the CEO put's it best, "We work hard to allow people to be human".

They tell their story how as a small business you need to seize the opportunity when it presents its self. It is good to have a 3 year plan but you need to be able to shift to say yes sooner rather than later if you want to succeed.

Make a Lasting Impact

The Smalls talks to Alethia Software Solutions! Jun 21, 2021

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Listen in as your hosts Just Nate and DK talk to the Owner and President of Alethia Software Solutions, Mrs. Christie Frieg, aka the Goddess of Alethia! After a short 2 week break the duo talk to Christie about how, why, when and where she started her own company. Listen in as Christie tells her tale of sitting on the beach in Mexico taking a leap of faith. Such an inspiring story, this is one you don't want to miss.

Alethia Software Solutions is a Certified Women Owned Small Business that has been in business since March 2020. In this short of time they have multiple contracts and 6 employees developing code for both commercial and gov contracts.

Contact the Goddess of Alethia today to have them develop programs for you. https://alethiasoftwaresolutions.com/ or e-mail Christie at: christie@alethiasoftwaresolutions.com

Repeat - The Smalls Talks to Menlo Innovations! Jun 14, 2021

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Wow, it is that time of year again and both of your hosts (Just Nate and DK) are both on vacation again at the same time and they could not find the time record a new episode this week. So they did what they do best and had a conversation about one of their favorite guests from this year.

Listen in as your hosts "Just Nate", Dennis K along with guest speaker Chris E talk to the CEO and Chief Story Teller of Menlo Innovations, Richard Sheridan. The Smalls team is a huge fan of Rich and everything that Menlo stands for. The team talks through all the ups and downs that Menlo Innovations have had in order to break the mold and how they created a joyful place to work. Menlo's mission is: "End human suffering in the world as it relates to technology.®" Rich tells stories throughout this nearly hour long podcast as he talks about how they were all focused on delighting others with the work of our hears, our hands and our minds. Rich states the key to success and how they have been so successful is they set out to make a culture where your more likely to take action than to take a meeting.

A key to Rich's success is he had a different goal than most. His goal was to try to succeed, where others goal is to try not to fail. Don't let failure get in your way, run the experiment and if it don't work, try something else and learn from the mistake.

It sounds simple, Create a Intentional Culture!

We can't suggest Rich's books enough, you can find them at nearly any books store or online, see links to both books below from Amazon.

Joy Inc. - https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Inc-Built-Workplace-People/dp/1591845874/ref=sxts_sxwds-bia-wc-rsf1_0?cv_ct_cx=joy+inc.&dchild=1&keywords=joy+inc.&pd_rd_i=1591845874&pd_rd_r=d686b69d-d465-4f2e-a0fb-6e8c751ccfed&pd_rd_w=pNf5t&pd_rd_wg=S9ISd&pf_rd_p=e0f994a8-a359-40a9-8917-dadca71c7184&pf_rd_r=QSASTN1ZB45FCMCXDMAK&psc=1&qid=1610928792&sr=1-1-526ea17f-3f73-4b50-8cd8-6acff948fa5a

Chief Joy Officer - https://www.amazon.com/Chief-Joy-Officer-Leaders-Eliminate-ebook/dp/B07B2KHQCS/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=joy+inc.&qid=1610928832&sr=8-4

Listen in to the other podcast that Rich mentions the Bossless Office by Tom Ashbrook. - https://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2013/06/20/bossless-office

Read the article that Rich mentions from New York Magazine by Matthew Shaer, The Boss Stops Here - https://nymag.com/news/features/bossless-jobs-2013-6/

To find out more about Rich and his team at Menlo Innovations check them out on the web. https://menloinnovations.com/

To hire Rich to come speak at your event you can book him here: https://richardsheridan.com/

From the team here at "The SmallsCast Podcast", thank you Rich, it truly was an honor and pleasure having you on the show!

The Smalls talks to FP&C Consulting! Jun 07, 2021

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Listen in as your hosts Just Nate and DK talk to Charlie Hargett, the CEO and Found of FP&C Consulting. Charlies company, Federal Procurement and Contracting Consulting helps small businesses that want to get into government contracting build a pipeline and a Business Development Approach.

Charlie tells his life story and explains what his biggest challenges have been as a business owner. He thinks that managing peoples expectations is one of the most difficult things to do, but he is good at just that. Charlie discusses with the smalls when is it ok to contact the government contracting officer and when is it ok to contact the government program manager and he explains why.

FP&C's staff of contracting and program management professionals provide expert guidance and assistance on any situation with which you are confronted as it pertains to the Federal procurement space. Their staff members are uniquely experienced to give you insight and contextual information from the Government's point of view...because they've been on that side and know what is driving the decision-making process. Their experts can advise on everything from proposal strategy to purchasing system reviews. Whether it is business development strategy, document review, capability statement, and website review, or assistance with communicating with government representatives, FP&C is your ace in the hole!

To contact Charlie or his team check them out on their website at FP&C Advisors or you can call Charlie directly at (407) 803-3434