Our Mission
The “Network” Makers is comprised of former 1102s, program managers, procurement and management analysts, procurement executives, small business liaisons, and business counselors who have worked across various sectors of the federal and state government or private sector. We’ve partnered with organizations to provide business owners with essential products or services offered at a discount with TNM membership.
We work with small to mid-size businesses that are doing government contracting. TNM positions businesses to Learn-Link Up and Level-up contracting efforts through our unique approaches. We work with government buyers to find qualified businesses or organizations to meet an agency’s contractual needs. We work with commercial companies and educational institutions to find partners for teaming opportunities on government contracts.
Our Process
Networking and building relationships are key to our platform. Eligible companies can view profiles, past performance records and attend innovative events like Speed Dating 101 for business. Our consultants’ experience in the GovCon space allows all stakeholders to gain access to vital information in one place!
There are 3 stages that most businesses are in:
- Startups
- Intermediate
- Seasoned
So check out the Membership Plans to see where you fit!
Our Leadership
Tara Scott, Founder and CEO
My passion for networking and problem solving is what encouraged me to start The Network Makers. This company leverages 15 years of government contracting experience, work in a women-owned small business company combined with small business counseling at a procurement center, which allowed me to see the process from all sides.
Knowing how the government buying cycle works, the challenges faced by companies trying to do government contracting and challenges faced by commercial companies to get new teammates allowed me to improve the way businesses have been doing government contracting! I’ve taken turn-key programs like the Mentor-Protégé programs, and added innovative ways to do capture which will benefit all parties.
This is a platform for companies to Learn-Leverage-Level Up on your current strategy through the power of networking! The goal is to make the acquisition process stress-free by providing sound strategies. I look forward to your company and government agency becoming part of the TNM.