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Live Government Contracts for Small Business: What Most Owners Miss with Melinda Colon
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- Jun 4, 2026
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Summary
Can government contracts help you grow your business and increase its value? I’m happy to have Melinda join me on a live broadcast. Melinda helps business owners use government contracting as a strategic growth tool. Rather than chasing random opportunities, she helps companies identify the right contracts, build sustainable sales pipelines, and create long-term value. Tune in as we discuss how government procurement really works, the biggest mistakes business owners make when pursuing contracts, and why winning one contract should never be the goal. We’ll also explore how business buyers and owners can use government contracting to diversify revenue, reduce risk, and build a stronger, more valuable company. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone interested in business growth, acquisitions, sales strategy, or government contracting. Find Melinda on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinda-colon/ https://melindacolon.com/