The JR & Ali Show

JR & Ali Show: Federal Procurement in Turbulent Times with Brian Hebbel

In this timely episode of The JR and Ali Show, JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions, welcome special guest Brian Hebbel, President, BARC BusinessAdvisors. With over 34 years of experience inside government contracting and a new perspective from the industry side, Brian dives into the real-time impact of recent Reduction-in-Force (RIF) actions across CMS, NIH, and other HHS agencies. From shocking layoffs and budget cuts up to 35%, to disrupted communication channels, org charts wiped clean, and contractors left in the dark, this episode peels back the curtain on the chaos behind the headlines.
The trio shares practical advice for navigating the storm, including how contractors can support overwhelmed agency staff, prepare for logical follow-ons, and stay mission-focused despite uncertainty. Whether you're a government leader, a contracting officer, or an industry partner trying to make sense of the current climate.

JR & Ali Show with Jason Cullum: Mission Over Chaos

In this episode of The JR and Ali Show, JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions welcome special guest Jason Cullum, Vice President of Digital Services with Element Solutions. The trio discuss the evolving landscape of federal contracting and break down the impact of recent executive orders, contract cancellations, and shifting procurement strategies.
Key insights include the trends driving contract terminations, the importance of staying mission-focused amidst uncertainty, and how businesses can adapt by leveraging existing contracts, sole-source opportunities, and strategic positioning. With government agencies tightening budgets and restructuring priorities, these experts emphasize resilience, adaptability, and maintaining a positive outlook.
 

JR & Ali Show with Sparksoft’s Mike Finkel: The CMS Non-Forecast, Fed Exit Risks and is HIMSS Gov a Go/No go?

In the ever-changing landscape of government contracting, adaptability is key—especially in the world of federal health. In this episode of The JR and Ali Show, JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions welcome special guest Mike Finkel, CEO of Sparksoft. They dive into the the non-CMS forecast for Februay, brain drain within the government, and whether there’s value in attending the upcoming HIMSS conference. They also discuss the potential impacts of a new administration, and how shifts in technology, fraud prevention, and contract structures could shape the future. Is this a moment of challenge or opportunity for small businesses?
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What’s new in January? JR & Ali dive into the CMS Opp Forecast

Curious about what’s happening in the CMS contracting landscape? JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions are back! This episode unpacks January’s forecast, highlighting key shifts such as the removal of high-value opportunities like MAPS and NPAS, and intriguing updates on sole source awards. Discover insights on potential market research trends, the growing role of small businesses, and the rising activity in the VETS2 IDIQ space. Whether you’re tracking recompetes or looking for emerging opportunities, tune in for expert analysis and industry intel you won’t want to miss!