Mobile (202) 503-7735 / Email: jdlong@silveroakleafinc.com
Mobile (202) 503-7735 / Email: jdlong@silveroakleafinc.com
Deliverable's - What You Can Expect
Prime Contracting, Strategic Development and R&D Tech Transfer
- Strategic Business Development and Representation within Federal Government Programs
- Prime contracting involving technical textiles, operational clothing and equipment
- Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Opportunities
- 30 years Department of Defense Product Development, Contract Management and Textile Industry Experience
- Federal Defense Certifications in Contracting, Program and Product Management
Business Development and Representation
- Every business requires a transition strategy to overcome the "Valley of Death" and commercialize innovative technology - my job is to help make that happen and make it happen faster
- My experience is unique - DoD Program / Product, Contracting and Technical relationships enable your company to commercialize your products
Strategic Government Development Opportunities
- As a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) I help provide strategic collaborations between the Department of Defense and industry
- Primary North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541711 & 541712 Research & Development; 315210 Cut and Sew Apparel; 611430 Professional and Management Development Training
About Me
Creating Strategic Teaming Relationships
I launched Silver Oak Leaf Inc four years ago to continue to improve Personal Protective Equipment. Protection begins at the uniform layer out and includes more than ballistic protection - such as flame resistance, specific developments for extreme cold weather (artic) and extreme hot/humid (jungle). I do so by helping industry transfer innovative textile based products such as lighter weight fabrics to innovative cold weather fibers to power and data e-textiles and working to improve flame resistance and increased durability. This year I have expanded to focus on developing and delivering innovation for hands, feet and face extreme cold weather protection. Using the experience I have gained over the last 30+ years as a US Army officer and industry executive, I can help assist in navigating organizational structures to overcome barriers in funding, testing and trial.
Blend of Government & Industry Experience
30 years business experience focused on product introduction & innovation, marketing & relationship development. Previous Assistant Product Manager, Deputy Product Manager, and a DoD Warranted Contracting Officer. Strategic mix of Federal government contracting knowledge, product / program management. My industry experience includes working with companies such as Invista and the Cordura brand, YKK-USA and Propper International among others.
Small Business Administration & Federal Defense Acquisition Certifications (DAWIA)
- Small Business Administration – Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs
- Subject Matter Expert in technical textiles for personal protection and individual equipment
- Contracting Proposals (RFP/RFQ)
- Program and Product Management
- Science and Technology Management