Judge issues a 43-page injunction on Mar 26, 2026 blocking a federal supply-chain label; ruling affects AI defense contracting and procurement urgency.

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The Naval Research Laboratory's Blossom Point satellite support award shows how ground software and operations fit into military space resilience.

The Navy increased an F-35 site activation and sustainment contract ceiling by $871.2 million, with no funds obligated at modification.

Northrop Grumman received a $312.3 million Navy modification for SEWIP Block Three Hemisphere and Quadrant systems, according to the Department of War.

What if exiting your business did not mean selling out your people, your culture, or your legacy? In this episode, David Carr sits down with Kelly Finnell, President of EFS ESOP Consultants and one of the nation’s leading experts on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), to unpack how employee ownership can be a powerful succession and liquidity strategy for business owners. With more than 40 years of experience helping founders transition ownership, Kelly breaks down what ESOPs actually are, how they work, and why they are often misunderstood. Together, David and Kelly explore why ESOPs appeal to what Kelly calls “compassionate capitalists” — leaders who want to achieve full fair market value for their business while also protecting employees, preserving culture, and sustaining long-term legacy. The conversation covers how ESOPs differ from private equity and strategic buyers, how tax advantages play a critical role, and why alignment between owners, employees, and performance creates healthier, more resilient organizations. Grounded in real-world case studies across engineering, defense contracting, and professional services, this episode reframes succession planning as a leadership decision — not just a financial transaction. In this episode: - What an ESOP is and how it works in plain language - Why ESOPs are an alternative to private equity and third-party sales - The role of legacy, culture, and stewardship in ownership transitions - How ESOPs align employee motivation with long-term performance - Common myths and misconceptions about ESOPs - What makes a company a strong (or weak) ESOP candidate Links mentioned in this episode: - EFS ESOP Consultants https://www.execfin.com - Kelly Finnell on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/esopcoach - The ESOP Coach (book by Kelly Finnell) https://www.esopcoach.com

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Elon Musk's SpaceX has been named the lead bidder for Trump's satellite missile tracking system, sparking conflict of interest concerns from lawmakers.

  The U.S. Defense Department is scrapping a set of technology and consulting contracts worth $5.1 billion. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed officials to make the cuts in a Thursday memorandum....