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Karen Dobson

Karen Dobson is a consultant specializing in DBA contracts at www.linkedin.com/in/karenhdobson/ or www.govcondba.com.
Opinion

COMMENTARY: The global impact of the US' foreign aid re-evaluation

President Trump's shift in U.S. foreign assistance policy has serious implications for USAID employees and contractors alike. Here is what it could mean, according to Karen Dobson.

  • By Karen Dobson

Win or lose the contract, don't forget employee transitions

Employee transitions from one company to the next and even contract to contract can get expensive, so don't forget to plan ahead.

  • By Karen Dobson
Opinion

OCONUS contractors must prepare now for Iraq withdrawal

With Iraqis making more noises about forcing U.S. troops out of their country, contractors must prepare now. Even if a withdrawal is years in the future.

  • By Karen Dobson
Opinion

Syria drawdown increases contractor risk

As the U.S. prepares to pull troops out of Syria and Afghanistan, contractors are also at risk. Here are lessons learned from the 2013 troop drawdown.

  • By Karen Dobson