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 six years ago to focus on quality cut and sew manufacturing and to seek technical innovation which would improve Personal Protective Equipment. However, my interest in product development began much, much earlier even before I joined PEO Soldier, ASA(ALT), US Army in 2005 after my first combat deployment to Iraq. My focus is helping industry transfer innovative textile based products and materials as the next generation solutions for the military services. Using the experience I have gained over the last 30+ years as a US Army officer and industry executive, I assist companies in navigating organizational structures to overcome funding, testing and trial barriers .
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