Unveiled: GovCon Stories
af Tasha Jones
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Welcome to Unveiled: GovCon Stories, the podcast that brings you the real stories and experiences of small businesses in government contracting. We are your hosts Tasha Jones and Yas Wynn. Join us as we peel back the curtain and explore the often overlooked world of doing business with the U.S. Public Sector as a small business. Through engaging interviews and candid conversations, we uncover the challenges, opportunities, and triumphs that small business owners encounter on their journey. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned government contractor, this podcast provides invaluable insights and practical advice to navigate the complexities of the industry and thrive in the world of government contracting. Get ready to unveil the untold stories of resilience, innovation, and success in the GovCon community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- The Future-Ready Small Business · 1 t. 4 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 6In today’s government marketplace, the rules aren’t just changing, they’re being rewritten; and agencies are rethinking risk, innovation, cybersecurity, and the role small…
- Leading Through Change: How We Built a Culture of Innovation · 60 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 5Behind every successful digital transformation is a human story. In this episode of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, we explore how innovation in government contracting goes far beyond…
- Local Roots, Big Impact: What the DC SBDC Is Seeing, Solving, and Shaping · 46 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 4In today’s small business landscape, nothing is business as usual. Economic pressures, shifting policies, and the pace of innovation are changing how entrepreneurs survive and…
- Diversification Through Reselling · 1 t. 13 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 3Operating as a small business in government contracting is expensive and competitive. Everyone tells you to "stand out" and "differentiate," but when you're already stretched…
- A Business of One is Still a Business · 42 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 2A one-person business is still a business, and in government contracting, that statement needs to be said louder. You can be GovCon ready as a business of one. Solopreneurs in…
- Bridge Season: The Pivot, The Purpose, and The Path Forward · 34 min. · Sæson 6 Episode 1The Unveiled: GovCon Stories podcast returns for a special “bridge season”, a transitional series designed to reflect, refocus, and reimagine what’s next for small and micro…
- The GovCon Playbook: Season 4 Unpacked · 31 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 11In this Season 4 blow‑out finale of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, we weave together powerful insights from thought‑provoking conversations to understand what it truly takes for small…
- Workflow, Win Rates, and the AI Advantage in Contract Pursuits · 46 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 10In this episode of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, Mac Liu, CEO of Vultron, and Noura Bashshur, Sr. Director of Growth, discuss how AI is transforming GovCon BD. From proposal sprints…
- Reorgs, Power Plays, and Survival Plans · 40 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 9The GovCon landscape continues to shift under our feet. Agencies are reorganizing rapidly—driven more by politics than strategy. Budgets are in flux. Priorities are shifting…
- More Than a Cage Code · 60 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 8Today’s episode is for the dreamers and the doers—especially the ones who thought getting a DUNS, a Cage Code, and a nice logo meant they were ready to roll. Let’s be real—there…
- Termination for Convenience? Not So Convenient · 38 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 7Today’s discussion is all about something that doesn’t get talked about enough—but when it happens, it can shake your whole business: termination for convenience. It sounds…
- AI or Die Trying · 58 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 6In this episode, we explore how small businesses can take a smarter, data-driven approach to GovCon with the help of assistive AI. Teaming can accelerate growth or cause setbacks…
- The GovCon Mirage – When Opportunity Vanishes · 32 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 5Government contracting promises big wins—but it’s not always what it seems. In this episode, we unpack the hard truths about teaming, trust, and the unpredictable nature of…
- Navigating Innovation Through Bureaucracy · 41 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 4In this episode of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, we explore what happens when innovation meets bureaucracy in government contracting. Dean Niedosik shares how his team developed a…
- Messy Market, Magic Moves · 55 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 3We’re in a season of disruption—political shifts, evolving policies, contracting delays, and social tensions are impacting how business gets done, especially in the federal…
- Lessons from the Trenches - Our First Major GovCon Loss · 1 t. 0 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 2Bidding on government contracts is tough—especially for small businesses facing limited past performance and resource constraints. A loss can be discouraging, but it can also be…
- When Politics Disrupt Business: Surviving GovCon in an Unstable Government · 34 min. · Sæson 5 Episode 1Government contracting is always unpredictable, but in today’s political climate, it feels downright chaotic. Shutdown threats, shifting acquisition priorities, and evolving…
- Cash Flow Keys for GovCon Growth · 50 min. · Sæson 4 Episode 12As we wrap up the fall season of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, we’re diving into one of the biggest challenges for small businesses in government contracting (GovCon): access to…
- Honoring Legacy While Forging the Future · 1 t. 0 min. · Sæson 4 Episode 11You don’t often hear about family businesses in government contracting. However, today we’re talking with a guest from a small, family-owned company undergoing two major…
- Insurance: The Hidden Superpower for GovCon Success · 55 min. · Sæson 4 Episode 10In today’s episode of Unveiled: GovCon Stories, we’re diving into the essential operational needs that impact every GovCon business. Retaining top talent, managing business…
