
Small Businesses Face a ‘Tornado’ of Challenges: Cuts, Freezes and Now Tariffs
In Lydia DePillis’ latest NYT article, sbLiftOff President, Nancy Langer, speaks out for veteran businesses affected by DOGE.
In Lydia DePillis’ latest NYT article, sbLiftOff President, Nancy Langer, speaks out for veteran businesses affected by DOGE.
The proof is in the numbers: From fiscal 2011 to 2020 the number of small businesses receiving Defense Department contract awards decreased by 43%, despite obligations increasing by 15%.
The world of small business M&A changes on January 17, 2026, when new rules take effect that will significantly decrease the value of many small business companies with set-aside contracts.
“GovCon M&A Talk,” a new OrangeSlices podcast, launches its first episode! The show will illuminate the twists and turns of dealmaking, interviewing buyers, sellers, and M&A experts working in the federal government space.
John and Anne had worked together to grow a mid-market business for more than 20 years. This married couple built a company that serves Fortune 100 companies with brick-and-mortar renovation needs.
The proof is in the numbers: From fiscal 2011 to 2020 the number of small businesses receiving Defense Department contract awards decreased by 43%, despite obligations increasing by 15%.