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Hosted by: Neil McDonnell

With over 25 years of hands-on government contracting experience, Neil McDonnell is a leading small business advocate in the federal marketplace. As a small business owner, he has personally won and supported...

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Are Federal GovCon Matchmaking Sessions Worth It to Small Businesses? | Neil McDonnell LinkedIn LIVE

Are GovCon #Matchmaking Sessions Worth It? Today, GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell discusses industry matchmaking events that are designed by federal agencies to match #smallbusinesses with federal 'buyers'. ...
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The 7 Mentors of Federal Government Contracting | Neil McDonnell LinkedIn LIVE

There are 7 Mentors who provide their services for free to small businesses trying to build their federal government business development and contracting revenue. The SBA is just the most recognizable but the rest of...
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Why I Refused a $5 MILLION Federal Contract and What Happened Next | Neil McDonnell LinkedIn LIVE

Rejecting a federal contract might be smarter than accepting one under the wrong conditions. GovCon Chamber of Commerce president Neil McDonnell shares his story of what happened when he rejected a White House...
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Understanding the Federal Acquisition Lifecycle from a Sales Perspective | Neil McDonnell LinkedIn LIVE

GovCon Chamber of Commerce president Neil McDonnell explains the US government's Federal Acquisition Lifecycle from a sales perspective. Neil brings 20+ years of government contracting experience and has personally...
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3 Ways to Earn Revenue in Federal Contracting | Neil McDonnell LinkedIn LIVE

In his first LinkedIn LIVE event, GovCon Chamber of Commerce president Neil McDonnell walks you through the three ways to earn revenue as a federal government contractor. Whether you're a new business or a...
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How Small Businesses Work with Large Prime Contractors | Panel discussion

GovCon Chamber president Neil McDonnell gathered 5 Small Business Liaison Officers from large prime contractors to discuss best practices and tips to help small businesses succeed as subcontractors. Over 90 minutes,...
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CMMC Made Easy | DoD’s Katie Arrington with Industry Experts | Episode 29

In a conversational format, Nell McDonnell’s expert panel demystifies CMMC, the DOD’s new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirement for businesses working with the Department of Defense.Learn why the...
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NAVSEA | Dan Duckwitz | Episode 28

Nell McDonnell interviews NAVSEA Deputy for Small Business Dan Duckwitz about the importance of research and small business solutions that address the pain points of specific program offices, the complexity of the...
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RSM Federal | Josh Frank | Episode 27

Nell McDonnell interviews author and RSM Federal managing director Josh Frank about the 'long-game' cycle of government contracting, how to combine business development with business strategy, grow through...
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Solvability | Jenny W. Clark | Episode 26

Nell McDonnell interviews Solvability CEO Jenny W. Clark on financial fundamentals of direct and indirect costs, competitive pricing strategies for small businesses and the financial systems required for DCAA...
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Air Force Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division | Sam Riehn | Episode 25

Nell McDonnell interviews Air Force Cyber/IT Acquisition Officer Sam Riehn on how to identify the Air Force program managers who buy what you sell, how acquisition is changing and how small businesses with cyber...
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Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane | Matt Burkett | Episode 24

Nell McDonnell interviews Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane (NAVSEA) Director of Small Business Programs Matt Burkett about the scope of contracts available in support of the mission of NSWC Crane, tips and...
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