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8a Magazine’s content is provided by the federal and state certification and contracting industry experts of ez8a, Advance GSA, Government Marketing, Advance 8a and Fedvital, as well as guest contributors that are at the top of their field. Aspiring 8a Articles are designed to focus on the advantages a firm can realize by pursuing the SBA’s 8a Certification. While our articles highlight different aspects of the certification process, further exploration of the subject matter or even issues that we have yet to discuss (or haven’t discussed in a while) may be at the top of your mind. Click ‘Ask An Expert’ to send a note directly to our resident Aspiring 8a Expert, Todd Luttenegger. From there, Todd can help answer any questions your firm may have concerning the 8a Certification process. Ask an Expert
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Don’t Delay Your Chances with 8(a) Opportunities

The current market for firms with an 8(a) Certification is at an all-time high, with each firm averaging over $5 Million in revenue per year. The 8(a) Certification opens up significant opportunities for.... View More
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Unlocking Opportunities with 8(a) Certification

Unlocking success in the federal marketplace begins with understanding the benefits of the 8(a) Certification. This certification not only reduces competition, but also improves.... View More
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The Advantages of an 8(a) Certification Outweigh the Costs

For most businesses, the advantages of earning the 8(a) Certification outweigh the costs. Here are the twelve main advantages that come with holding an 8(a) Certification.... View More
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SBA 8(a) Certification Myths Unveiled

Firms decide against moving forward with applying for the SBA 8a Certification for various reasons. Among them are lack of knowledge, fear of government red tape, and procrastination. I will go.... View More
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Qualifying Your Firm as SBA 8(a) Certified

The 8(a) Certification has the strictest application requirements of all Federal Certifications. While 75% of businesses face first rejection, it does not imply that the endeavor is unrealistic; with a.... View More
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Federal Marketing Checklist

Below are the Administrative - Tactical - Strategic Checklists you should master and put to action in order to make sure you are preparing your business properly for federal.... View More
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Check the 8(a) Numbers in Your State and the Opportunities it Tells You

According to the SBA, there are roughly 5,700 8(a) Certified firms in the United States. 41% of these firms are located in Virginia, Maryland, and DC (the greater DC area). On average, the.... View More
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Seize Success in Federal Contracts and Business Growth

The most surprising thing about the 8(a) Certification is that only around 500 firms join the program per year. There are many causes for this such as procrastination, not meeting the qualifications.... View More
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Your Small Business Has Full Potential

For seasoned, socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners who have been in operation for at least two years or more, and are eager to increase their presence in the.... View More
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Selling to Federal Agencies – Where do I Start?

I often ask clients if they have an understanding of what federal agency they would like to sell to? The response I usually get is an emphatic “All of them!” I typically advise people to narrow.... View More
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