8(A) CERTIFICATION: WILL OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT AND OWNERSHIP IN OTHER COMPANIES IMPACT YOUR APPLICATION?

We are often approached by business owners that want to apply their company for the 8(a) program but who at the same time, still hold full-time (or even part-time) employment with another company and/or have ownership interests in other companies.  Quite honestly, this is understandable - most people don't have the financial resources to quit their job and start a business unless they have guaranteed customers and/or sources of revenue.  However, when it comes to the 8(a) program, what many don't understand is that the program is not a program for startup businesses.  

Read More