Top 25

Introducing the Top 25 8(a) firms in the federal market

We rank the largest and most successful 8(a) businesses in the federal market. Who are these rising small business stars?

  • By Nick Wakeman

Introducing the 2015 Top 25 8(a)s

We rank the largest 8(a) small businesses in the government market, and the numbers this year are a good indication that market might be taking a positive turn.

  • By Nick Wakeman

Why is the Post attacking Tony Jimenez and MicroTech?

A Washington Post investigation into small business contracting practices reads more like a personal attack on Tony Jimenez, the CEO of MicroTech, instead of a examination of questionable procurement practices.

  • By Nick Wakeman

Exelis claims KEYW, former employees stole trade secrets

In a $45 million lawsuit, Exelis and one of its subsidiaries are suing six former employees and KEYW Corp. for conspiring to steal trade secrets.

  • By Washington Technology staff

8(a) and instant data; not a bad place to be

Genova Technologies scored No. 23 on 2012's Top 25 8(a) contractors list. Listen to president and CEO, Dawn Ainger, tell why she thinks her company is in a good place.

  • By Mark Hoover

How Neany broke $100M in prime contracts

Neany Inc. CEO Steven Steptoe shares his recipe for 8(a) success: agility, quick returns and focus

  • By Mark Hoover

Inside MicroTech's winning 8(a) strategy

CEO Tony Jimenez shares how his company used the 8(a) program as a tool for success. One hint: 8(a) isn't an end in itself.

  • By Mark Hoover

4 things to know about the Top 25

The 2012 Top 25 8(a) list represents the diversity of contractors and the paths to success in the government market.

  • By Nick Wakeman
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