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This is an exciting episode highlighting the woman owned certification specifically for women with a 51% ownership and controlling interest in their businesses. The episode also highlights a young start up affectionately known as Rare Roses, a cleaning tag team who are making their name in the New Jersey residential community. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If your company has had a demonstrated track record in the commercial market and has been doing business for the last twenty-four months, and you've decided to diversity your business portfolio by adding government contracts, then the SBA 8(a) program may be a good fit. This show also congratulates Mightypeacecoffee.com, during our Spotlight on Business Segment, in addition to rolling out our new Buyer and Seller X-Change Segment along with our Hero's in Diversity Segments. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This podcast episode is for those businesses interested in doing business with the local municipalities and counties as a certified MWBE, veteran or general vendor. Additionally, congratulations go out to Compu-Link, a company providing next – level protection from cyber-attacks – for their dedication to content filtering, disaster recovery services – caused from hacks, or malfunctions, and for reinvesting back into the community - by giving back and mentoring eight SYEP participants. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If your preference is to start doing business by selling to local municipalities, used by County agencies and contractors then this show will be worth listening to. Additionally, congratulations go out to Andrea Young, affectionately known as Chef Andrea, Owner of Sweet Vegan – for creating delicious hand-dipped artisan chocolates and for sharing her passion for work with the fortunate participants in the summer youth employment program (SYEP). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If your goods and services are something that the airports may purchase, this show will highlight the two key reasons why you may want to consider becoming certified with the New York and New York Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Additionally, congratulations go out to LaToya Finney affectionately known as (LJ), President and CEO of the IN-18 LLC, host of the Tees Me Podcast, Underwriter of the Finer Life Golf Foundation, Inc, and – for her work with the community summer youth employment program (SYEP). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If you're planning to do work in New York City you may find it appealing to have the NYC Small Business Services certification because they encourage their agencies to buy goods and services from their diverse pool of M/WBE vendors. Additionally, congratulations go out to Kanika Cousine and her partner Arkim Alston, Founder & President, and CEO of Filter Addict, Inc. for their work with the Summer Youth Employment Program, and the work they have been doing in the community. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If you are considering doing business in New York State, and you want to sell to government, then this show is a "must listen." This show also showcases Stephanie Auyeung, Artist, Author and Creator of the Arty Ben LLC - for her work with the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and her work as a best-selling children's book author, illustrator, and self-publisher. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show helps those who have goods and services and want to explore selling to the School Construction Authority. If you're planning to perform work on NYC Public Schools or sell to NYC Public Schools – then becoming a certified as a M/WBE might be a great idea with this agency and you should listen to this podcast. This show also highlights the Young Leaders Enrichment Programs CEO, Theresa Huggins, and highlights all of the wonderful plans she has for working with youth and tutoring them to become young leaders in the community. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This episode highlights another useful tip to consider once you have obtained your certification approval from your entity of choice. For those companies that have identified their NAICS codes, and identified those agencies buying their products or services, the next step is the development of the communication plan which is highlighted in this podcast. Lastly, during the new member segment congratulations go out to Bergen Heard and son, Shawn, owners of The Western Pleasures Ranch, located in Williamson, Georgia on 26 acres. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show provides more information on what to expect once you've received your certification as a minority, woman, small, local, disadvantaged, or veteran owned business. The show also send out congratulations to David Esposito, one of the Top Real Estate Agent in Queens. Info on Realtor David Esposito can be found on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or you can visit the website – which is https://www.nyespo.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show is for anyone who has jumped through lots of hoops to get certified and for those who are working hard to put together the required documentation to obtain your certification – and addresses the question many have been wondering – which is Now what? We also send our congratulations to Victoria Brannigan, CEO of The Queen's Lovely Things - aka "QLT." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Tune in to hear what's a waiver and why they matter in the world of government contracting. We'll ALSO respond to Gina in our FAQs segment, congratulate our BOOM member of the week - Selmin Karatas, Inventor of the majestic Kazani Products Line, notify you of a upcoming bidding opportunity and offer VERY SPECIAL & LOYAL listeners a special TREAT during our hot deal segment at the end; be sure to listen all the way through for the details!" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show will give you insights on opportunities to sell your goods and services to the NYC Department of Education which has an annual budget north of $20 billion for its 1.1 million students, and 1,800 or more separate schools over 5 boroughs with the support of 135,000 employees, and highlights how to qualify as a vendor for upcoming contracting opportunities. In addition, this show congratulates desmond the songwriter on the recent release of his new album with the hit single “Rise Up” climbing the charts worldwide. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show shares four helpful insights on how to get started selling to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security and buys everything from water to blankets especially during disasters and the recent pandemic. In addition, this show congratulates Ricarte Reid, President and CEO of R Reid Architect, P.C. – a design build organization committed to providing clients with one point of accountability and frustration-free design build experiences. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show highlights for businesses, and vendors the privileges of listing your business as a vendor with New York State. The vendor registration also allows your company to advertise any subcontracting opportunities to thousands of businesses for free. In addition, this show congratulates Michelle Turner, the magnificent global journalist and Host of "The Collective" on WSME Enlightmentmedia.com, where arts, culture and entertainment come alive. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Stand out from the crowd by knowing how to successfully respond to request for proposals. This episode is packed with easy steps you can take to understand how to prepare, and present your bid to any government or corporate entity. In addition, B.O.O.M. offers Congratulations to Pauline Thompson and Tamar Brown, they're the dynamic mother/daughter Duo and Founders of Tailor-Made by Pauline – a firm offering custom-made tailoring services and clothing for women to help them feel confident and comfortable about their bodies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Ready to diversify your business? Ready to take on government contracts? If you've been in business several years and you want the capability of growing much faster than your peers - the 8a certification may work for your company. This episode highlights how to get started selling to the government and those who qualify. This episode also congratulates Wallace McNair with Aces Seal Coating and Contracting, Inc., a New York corporation specializing in providing commercial and residential masonry and asphalt services to local retail shopping centers, apartment complexes, local businesses, churches, and various other property owners. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Generally speaking at a large airport approximately 20% or more of the concession contracts are awarded to Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBE) or food vendors – and if you're interested in learning more - this episode will share some news you can use! Additionally, we offer congratulations to Gerald Inman (affectionately known as Coach JR), he's Founder, and CEO of Fitness Fabs, and Author of “When the Air Comes Out of the Ball,” an inspirational autobiography encouraging children to utilize their gifts as windows of opportunity to make their ultimate dreams become reality. Coach JR has tremendous experiences to share – he played in the NBA G League – and Now Coach JR is a personal trainer and fitness guru with his own line of stylish, comfortable, and colorful fitness clothing that everyone would love to wear. You can order sweat suits, shirts, and sports wear from www.fitnessfabs.org, or connect with Coach JR @fitnessfabsinc that's @fitnessfabsinc or via telephone at (845) 598-8981. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

You're going to want to listen to this segment if you are considering doing business with the airport. There just may be contract opportunities that are set-aside for companies just like your business. This episode also showcases the Rochdale Lock and Roll, LLC business owner, Mike and Marquis, located in Jamaica, New York. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show gives you a glimpse of what's to expect when selling to the federal government, and allows you to take an assessment as to if you're ready to launch forward, and congratulates Dr. Malinda Bell, Founder of Women Out of Bondage Ministries (WOOB) – a worldwide ministry with headquarters in Riverdale, GA. Since 1996 Dr. Bell has been coordinating and delivering conferences and retreats that target women faced with challenges in their careers, businesses, and families. To find out more of the exciting (WOOB) details visit the website womenoutofbondage.org or contact Dr. Bell directly on (678) 516-9411. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show speaks to the developmental benefits to businesses choosing to do business with the government. We explore the benefits of becoming a Minority or Woman Owned Business and speak to the number of states that that have existing certification programs that are run by federal and local government agencies, and even private organizations. In addition, we congratulate a husband and wife e-commerce team – David & Kerise Hawkins, founders of Change Gospel Clothing - a line consisting of over 63 pieces to choose from - visit the site to see all of the designs. https://www.facebook.com/Change-Gospel-clothing-340162213810095/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

During this pandemic we're forced to find new avenues to grow our businesses and this episode will explore one of the biggest potential customers in the United States - The United States Government. In addition, this show highlights a woman owned business that's successfully doing business with the government - Jean King, President of Hopper-King & Associates LLC. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This show highlights three industry sectors which are thriving and more importantly may be great industries to enter – they are courier and logistics services, online education and training, and video downloading and streaming services, and congratulates Victoria Lockhart, President of KWSM, a woman owned firm specializing in designing and creating inspirational products that bring joy, and inspiration to the mind, body, and soul. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

If you are one of the companies still operating after nearly one year of figuring out how to survive this pandemic - you are on the right track. This episode speaks to some strategies some have used to survive in this "new normal." --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

This transition to remote work has been challenging especially when you have to make the adjustments, run a business, and be a teacher – all during the time where you normally would be working the business - listen to this episode and hear some tips on how you can make your "new normal" work for your business! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Businesses can survive and thrive despite the disruption we've experienced due to the covid-19 pandemic. Listen for some tips on how you can navigate through this temporary moment in time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Despite the "new normal" we're all facing resulting from the pandemics impact on our businesses, owners, managers, and investors do have some options! This podcast will share some tips on what you can do about it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Covid-19 has taught us valuable lessons - It's just no longer an option – we must plan for disasters – and this pandemic is a worthy crisis that has presented an opportunity for us to dream up new ideas to grow or even start businesses, and learn from others, and take bold actions to plan for an more controlled future. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message

Tune in for the latest tips, tools, and talent to help navigate your business throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boomnow/message