Our mission is to help our clients obtain and grow their relationship with their new largest customer, that being the federal government. We do this by helping firms obtain certifications so they are given federal preferences in contract award, help the firm obtain the correct federal contracting vehicles so that they can get into the correct buckets of funding for their location and industry, and train our clients on how to leverage their certifications and contracting vehicles into federal sales.
The firm was founded in 2004 by Mark Ryan in order to help firms obtain 8(a) Certification. Early on the firm was required to grow in order to meet the additional needs of our clients, causing us to branch out into the four other federal certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, DBE) as well as state certifications, GSA Schedules, and IDIQ GWAC, and MATOC proposal preparations. Now our firm provides the services necessary for a beginner firm to become successful in the federal contracting marketplace.
Kathy Maxel is the Finance Manager. Kathy has over 30 years of professional business experience. Kathy holds a BS in Accounting and Finance (Wright State University) and a MS in Management (Minot University).
Kris Herald is our Lead GSA Analyst. She has over 25 years assisting clients in many diverse fields. During that time, she spent 6 years in the publishing industry, then worked as an account administrator at an investment firm. She has successfully worked with all levels of management from first-level managers to CEOs. Kris focuses on GSA Schedule Contracts as well as 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business certifications that best suits their business.
Emily Hatchel, Account Manager, joined ez8a in 2020. She was formerly employed by Charter Communications, where she managed a large sales team. Emily currently works with our clients to uncover how
to best position their company within the government contracting space, offering guidance and engagement with ez8a. Emily’s expertise will help you determine what you qualify for and explain how that can
benefit your small business.
Kelly Will is a former business advisor with impressive experience managing a diverse array of people, functions, and projects. Her impressive business acumen, analytical skills, and detail orientation
effectively serve the needs of clients. Her current client engagements include joint venture and mentor protégé services as well as GSA. Kelly has completed several business certifications and holds a bachelor’s
degree in business from Indiana University.
Lavanya Sathish is former Continuous Improvement Lead for a business process outsourcing multi-national and helped standardize and improvise business operations between UK and India teams. She has
successfully worked across the team hierarchy in her career of 10 years. Her analytic skills combined with detail orientation helps her achieve the best for her clients. She holds a bachelor’s degree in
commerce and masters in computer applications
Trisha Sphinx has over 12 years of business experience that includes 3 years within the medical and legal industries. Trisha brings her degree in Science and Education from Murray State University
and professional business experience to provide optimal assistance to clients. Trisha’s current areas of focus are based on certifications such as the 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business, State MBE and DBE,
Women-Owned Small Business, HUBZone, NMSDC, Business Plans, Resume Reconstruction, and many more.
Ramy Elbeitam Processing Analyst | Graduated with a degree in Business. Experienced in Strategic Planning and Business Analytics. Current areas of focus are based on certifications such as the 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business, State MBE and DBE, Women-Owned Small Business, HUBZone, NMSDC, Business Plans and many more.
Nicole Hatchel is the Operations Manager for the Business as well as the Direct Supervisor for Ez8a Analysts. Nicole has a degree in Business Administration/Management with an Accounting Major. Nicole is dedicated to making the most seamless client experience here at ez8a.
Sarah Beck is the Advance GSA Supervisor. Sarah spent 2 years working with investment accounts before coming to ez8a in 2015. Sarah focuses on GSA schedule contracts, is the lead on Proposal Writing and IDIQ/GWAC submissions as well as assists on the 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business certification side of things. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science Degree and has remarkable attention to detail and uses this to ensure that each application is complete.
Jovy Olegario is our former Account Manager developing client relationships for internal business development for GSA, SBA Certifications and IDIQs. Jovy currently serves as our Lead Ez8a Analyst. She also has experience with enrolling firms with top 100 federal prime contractors in their subcontractor databases. Jovy has more than 15 years of extensive knowledge and experience in excellent customer service. Her main focus is on the Small Disadvantaged Business Certifications.
Michelle Darnell has 25 years of professional business experience of which 20 years were spent in healthcare administration. She has worked on all levels of managements, from administrative secretary
to Healthcare Facility Administrator. Her current client engagements are focused on GSA Schedule, VA GSA Schedule and GWAC STARS programs. She is very detailed and analytical assuring all information is
accurate for a successful submission. Michelle holds a degree of Business Administration from DeVry University.
Romy Mapile has experience in working with diverse clients throughout his career. Romy has worked with professionals of different nationalities and backgrounds to further enhance their set of skills.
He has familiarity in working with clients from different levels and departments.
Justin Fritz, Account Manager, has uncovered solutions for customers that positively impact
both their personal and professional lives for over a decade. Justin now uses the people skills
and creative thinking that he developed over his career to qualify and guide business owners
through the various contracting opportunities in the government space, specializing in GSA
Schedules.
Heidi Garcia Lead Analyst, Government Databases - 8 years of experience manipulating large amounts of government data in order to assist clients in finding federal contracts and spending in their industry.
Andi Manuel Account manager for internal business development (General Services Administration).
Webinars
Title:
SBA 8(a) Business Development Webinar
Description:
This webinar will go over who is eligible for the 8(a) program, the benefits of the program, as well as some of the secrets we have found that turn ordinary firms into top federal contractors.
Date:
Wednesday February 2nd 2022
Time:
2:00 PM EST
Duration:
45-50 minutes
You can register via this online form or give us a call and we can take down your information and have a link for the webinar emailed to you. Call 859-442-3300 and ask for Heidi
The 8(a) Certification is widely regarded as the most transformative certification a business can possess. Routinely businesses entering the program start with little to no federal sales experience and a few years into the program are selling millions of dollars’ worth. Like every other good deal there is a catch. The SBA has a very rigorous application process that according to the SBA’ historical averages only has a 25% approval rate, firms still know best practices for taking advantage of this program, and the program duration for its participants is only nine years.
This webinar is designed for both individuals that are totally new to hearing about the 8(a) program, but goes into enough detail where someone that has prior knowledge about 8(a) through federal contracting can still learn many of the intricacies of the program. If you have interest in the 8(a) program and would like to bring yourself up to speed this is a recommended webinar for you.
Account Manager
Joined ez8a in 2020 and has been consulting clients and hosting webinars due to her vast knowledge of certification qualifications. Emily currently works with our clients to uncover how to best position their company within the government contracting space, offering guidance and engagement with ez8a. Emily's expertise will help you determine what you qualify for and explain how that can benefit your small business.
