Past Chair, SBA Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs, Wake Forest MBA, Army Officer Veteran, Norwich Grad, Wife, Violent Crime Survivor

Charlotte, NC / Washington, DC
Joined November 2013
Excellent business development event! I will see you there! #NVSBE2026 #sdvosb #vosb #wosb
NVSBE 2026 registration is open! Want more than just a seat? Build your workplan: ✅ Register 🔍 Target key markets 👥 Assign roles 📈 Plan follow-up Don’t wait for Dec 8–9 in Cleveland—set your strategy now: portal.vetbiz.va.gov/nvsbe/2… #NVSBE2026 #GovCon
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Highly recommend this event for all #vosb, #sdvosb, #wosb, #8a, #veteranowned! Join me there!
Executive Director Chanel Bankston-Carter invites you: advance registration for NVSBE 2026 is open for two weeks only—then standard rates apply. Dec 8–9 in Cleveland. Secure your spot now: portal.vetbiz.va.gov/nvsbe/2… #NVSBE2026 #GovCon
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Episode 10 of StraightTalk StraightAnswers is live! Don Carter shares insights on challenge-based evaluations, outcome-based contracting, and how small businesses can thrive in VA's IT procurement. 📺 Watch: 👉 youtu.be/1wyC0MgJlW8?si=Eb5e…
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An established federal contractor may come with different goals than a first‑time attendee. NVSBE supports market learning, relationship building, supplier discovery, teaming, and understanding where your capabilities align with mission needs. #NVSBE2026 #GovCon
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NVSBE 2026 is taking shape one decision at a time. From pre‑registration details to what attendees will experience, our focus is practical prep, accessible content, and one trusted source for updates. Follow VA OSDBU for more as we build toward registration. #NVSBE2026 #GovCon
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You may only get a few seconds to introduce your business. Can you explain your value without a capability statement? Build a 30‑second intro: who you support, the problem you solve, your key capability, one proof point, and a simple next step. #NVSBE2026 #GovCon #VA #OSDBU
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August starts with one decision: Showing Up! The 2026 National Veterans Small Business Engagement is coming to Cleveland Dec. 8–9 bringing small businesses together with federal, industry and resource professionals. Save the date #NVSBE2026 #VA #OSDBU #GovCon
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“Don’t walk in like you know everything.” Marine Veteran Cesar Nader shares essential advice for Veterans starting their business journey. Full episode: youtu.be/PRFsWTpFczg #Veterans #VetBiz #VetsFirstVoices #Entrepreneurship #FederalContracting #MissionFirst #SDVOSB
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🚨 DoW suspends CMMC Phase II requirements effective immediately. Phase I stays in place. A task force will review the program to lower barriers for small and non-traditional defense contractors. NIST 800-171 & DFARS obligations remain. More: dowcio.war.gov/brilliantbasi…
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New to federal contracting? Start at VA OSDBU's one-stop VetBiz Portal → vetbiz.va.gov #VetBiz #GovCon
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#NVSBE2026 is officially happening December 8–9, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio! This year's theme: Show Up. Connect. Own the Opportunity. Don't miss the nation's premier event for Veteran-owned small businesses & Federal procurement! 🌐 Save-the-Date site dropping soon!
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VA OSDBU has a full lineup of virtual events for Veteran-Owned and other small businesses! Training, office hours, business opportunity sessions, and one-on-one meetings. 📅 June 29 – July 30, 2026 🔗 Full schedule + registration links: vetbiz.va.gov/events #SDVOSB #VOSB
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Understand federal contracts to boost your small business. SBA explains set asides, sole source, joint ventures, and certifications like 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB. Learn more: sba.gov/federal-contracting/… #GovCon #SmallBusiness #FederalContracting
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This morning at #VETS26, VA OSDBU leadership held a 9:00–10:30am session answering attendee questions on navigating the VA acquisition environment. Support, clarity, and Vets First in action. #SDVOSB #VOSB #VAContracting
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Yesterday at #VETS26, VA OSDBU Executive Director @ChanelBankstonCarter joined peers from DoD, NASA, and HHS on the Federal OSDBU Panel — addressing how Veteran businesses can navigate a rapidly changing federal acquisition environment.
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Join VA NCA's Industry Day hosted with VA OSDBU on June 10! ✅ NCA's upcoming opportunities for SDVOSBs and VOSBs ✅ Grounds maintenance requirements ✅ NCA's acquisition approach 📅 Date: June 10, 2026 ⏲️ Time: 1:30-2:30pm ET 🔗Register here: veteransaffairs.webex.com/we…
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Fran Perez-Wilhite retweeted
Verified SDVOSB and VOSB firms receive priority in VA contracting through the Vets First program. Begin the verification process here: veterans.certify.sba.gov/ #VetBiz #SDVOSB #VOSB
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Engage with acquisition professionals, primes, and other small businesses through VetBiz events. View upcoming sessions: vetbiz.va.gov/events/ #VetBiz #Networking #GovCon
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