Doing Business with USSOCOM
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode of Spilling the Tea on GovCon, we’re joined by Ashley Farrier, Director of the Office of Small Business Programs at US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), for an inside look at how small businesses can successfully engage with one of the most dynamic organizations in the federal space. Ashley shares her career journey and the path that led her to supporting small business engagement at U.S. Special Operations Command.
The conversation breaks down what it really means to do business with USSOCOM, including current initiatives, acquisition authorities, and the types of opportunities available to innovative small businesses. Ashley offers practical tips, key resources, and real success stories that highlight how companies have effectively partnered with SOCOM to deliver mission impact. She wraps up by sharing how interested businesses can connect, stay informed, and take the next step toward working with USSOCOM. This episode is essential listening for any contractor looking to understand the SOCOM landscape and position themselves for success.
00:00 Introduction and Purpose00:38 Guest Introduction: Ashley Farrier01:25 Ashley's Career Journey02:43 Doing Business with US SOCOM03:42 SOCOM Initiatives and Opportunities04:21 Engaging with SOCOM: Tips and Resources08:00 Acquisition Authority and Small Business Engagement23:38 Success Stories and Achievements26:08 Conclusion and Contact InformationConnect with Ashley Farrier on LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/ashley-farrier-6b1b9982
Visit the US Special Operations Command website:
https://www.socom.mil
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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on GovCon, we’re joined by Ashley Farrier, Director of the Office of Small Business Programs at US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), for an inside look at how small businesses can successfully engage with one of the most dynamic organizations in the federal space. Ashley shares her career journey and the path that led her to supporting small business engagement at U.S. Special Operations Command. The conversation breaks down what it really means to do business with USSOCOM, including current initiatives, acquisition authorities, and the types of opportunities available to innovative small businesses. Ashley offers practical tips, key resources, and real success stories that highlight how companies have effectively partnered with SOCOM to deliver mission impact. She wraps up by sharing how interested businesses can connect, stay informed, and take the next step toward working with USSOCOM. This episode is essential listening for any contractor looking to understand the SOCOM landscape and position themselves for success. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose00:38 Guest Introduction: Ashley Farrier01:25 Ashley's Career Journey02:43 Doing Business with US SOCOM03:42 SOCOM Initiatives and Opportunities04:21 Engaging with SOCOM: Tips and Resources08:00 Acquisition Authority and Small Business Engagement23:38 Success Stories and Achievements26:08 Conclusion and Contact InformationConnect with Ashley Farrier on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ashley-farrier-6b1b9982 Visit the US Special Operations Command website: https://www.socom.mil