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Real conversations. Practical insights. A platform to educate, inform and connect the small business government contracting community.
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Nov 3, 2026 • 29:56
Miriam Briskin from Unanet joins us to discuss growth within small businesses and how to think about investing in people versus infrastructure.
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Sep 24, 2026 • 22:12
Krystn Macomber shares ways small businesses can plan ahead and stand out without breaking the bank.
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Aug 26, 2026 • 22:03
Aubrey and Nicole Tripputi unpack the SBIR process, including what small businesses need to know about Phase 3.
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Jul 24, 2026 • 20:08
Krystn Macomber, CEO and Founder of Summit Strategy, joins us to discuss how businesses can think about growth and business development.
Listen to episodeMay 14, 2026 • 24:49
Judy Bradt shares how small strategic wins, long-term direction and in-person connection can help bridge the gap between knowing and deciding.
Listen to episodeFeb 9, 2026 • 29:33
Bid protest attorney David Timm explains how generative AI is affecting the protest process and what companies should consider.
Listen to episodeJan 22, 2026 • 32:03
Mike Derrios discusses creating a common culture across government, industry and academia.
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Breaking the Standard brings industry and government voices together to share knowledge and make the small business contracting landscape easier to navigate.
Hear practical conversations about the issues facing small businesses in GovCon.
Explore perspectives from both industry and government.
Find ideas and insights to support your next step in federal contracting.