- Eric Coffie
- April 29, 2025
From Safety Harnesses to Healthcare Deals: How This Vet Launched a Powerhouse Brand!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview Jackson Dalton, the president and owner of Black Box Safety, a distribution company specializing in healthcare products. Jackson shares his story, starting from his time in the Marine Corps and a career-ending injury that led him to pursue a mission of preventing workplace injuries. He discusses […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 28, 2025
From $20K to $100M: What ‘Small Business’ Really Means in Government Contracting
In this episode of The Daily Windup, we explore the crucial role of small businesses in government contracts. Highlighting the reasons why large businesses need small business program directors and subcontractors. Federal acquisition regulations require the involvement of small businesses in the completion of government projects. Large businesses often rely on small businesses to bring […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 27, 2025
3 Security Levels. 1 Big Mistake Could Cost You Everything
In today’s episode, we delve into the complex world of government contracts and cybersecurity challenges. We break down the different certification levels and their requirements for contractors. Level two contracts involve controlled unclassified information, necessitating a level two certification. However, recent changes have exempted level one contracts from third-party certification, requiring only a certification from […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 27, 2025
Don’t Make This $100K Mistake in Government Contracting! Read the Fine Print!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I engage in a conversation with a guest about the importance of clearly defining core competencies and specialized services in the world of government contracting. Emphasizing the significance of understanding contract requirements and the importance of thorough reading and comprehension to avoid pitfalls and misunderstandings. We also provide […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 25, 2025
268: Breaking Down Gov Barriers: 2025’s $100B Non-FAR Revolution
In this episode of the GovCon Giants Podcast, I’m breaking down a seismic shift that’s about to transform government contracting in 2025. Over the last few months, I’ve had conversations with agency leaders and top contractors—and there’s one message that’s loud and clear: the rules of the game are changing. This isn’t about small tweaks […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 23, 2025
266: Game-Changing Executive Order: How to Get Ahead in Government Contracts Now!
On this episode of GovCon Giants, I’m diving deep into one of the biggest shifts we’ve seen in federal contracting in recent years. I sat down with Chelsea Meggitt—federal contracting strategist, author, and someone who knows this space inside and out—to talk about a powerful Executive Order that’s opening up brand-new opportunities for small businesses. […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 22, 2025
How One Lunch Meeting Turned Into $30M in Government Contracts
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview a successful entrepreneur who shares their inspiring journey from being a consultant to starting their own business. Emphasizing the importance of having startup capital and the various options available to entrepreneurs, such as taking out loans or using personal savings. Our guest also highlights the advantage […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 21, 2025
15 Years Later: How My Business Plan Predicted Everything in Government Contracting!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, wee dive deep into the significance of business planning and the value of leveraging free resources for small businesses. Emphasizing the importance of writing a business plan as a starting point to organize thoughts, articulate ideas, and seek validation for a concept. Highlighting the benefits of proof-testing the […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 20, 2025
265: From Trade Wars to Real Costs: Bill Reinsch Tells All
In today’s episode of GovCon Giants, I sit down with Bill Reinsch—Senior Adviser and Chair Emeritus at CSIS and a former Undersecretary of Commerce—to unpack the truth about trade wars, tariffs, and why global uncertainty is rattling supply chains like never before. Bill takes us behind the curtain of U.S. economic policy, drawing from decades […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 20, 2025
264: How to Win Defense Contracts Through a Consortium
Today, we’re diving into a massive opportunity with the Air Force that could transform your federal business. We’re breaking down 7 critical technologies the Air Force is actively seeking, with over $200 million in contracting opportunities through our consortium. If you’re a technology company looking to break into defense contracting or expand your current footprint, […]
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