Government contractors increasingly turn to the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program to expand capabilities, access new contract opportunities and strengthen their competitive position. But according to Unanet Executive Vice President for GovCon Chris Crowder, the long-term success of these partnerships depends less on eligibility and more on how the relationship and its joint venture structure are designed from the start.
In a recent GovConWire article, Crowder explains why mentor-protégé joint ventures should be treated as operating enterprises—not short-term teaming arrangements. He outlines how clearly defined governance, financial infrastructure and aligned agreements can help firms create scalable partnerships that support sustainable growth and capability development over time.
Read the full GovConWire article: Structuring Mentor Protégé Relationships for Sustainable Growth
