Alex Major, Franklin Turner, Philip Lee, and Marcos Gonzalez co-authored the article “Surviving And Thriving In The Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Program: Maximizing Opportunities For NHOs, ANCs, And Tribes” for Briefing Papers. The article provides an overview of the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program, which provides socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners with federal contracting and training opportunities. Along with a history and purpose of the 8(a) program, the article offers guidance for potential partners and participants that are Native Hawaiian Organizations, Alaska Native Corporations, and Tribally Owned, as well as advice on avoiding common pitfalls and thoughts about what is on the horizon for the program.
