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Tashawn Desir

Tashawn Desir

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic Procurement Business Development Consultant with a proven track record at Visionaires Solutions, enhancing federal contracting success by over 50% and building over $100M pipelines for clients. Expert in federal set-asides and capture management, Exceling in strategic partnerships and competitive analysis. Demonstrated leadership and resilience as a Division 1 Basketball Athlete at FIU, blending hard and soft skills to achieve excellence.

Skills

  • Business Development & Capture Management
  • Federal Contracting & Set-Asides (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB)
  • Prime Contracting & Subcontracting Strategies
  • Relationship Building with Federal Agencies & Primes

Work History

Procurement Business Development Consultant

Visionaires Solutions
05.2023 - Current
  • Built a pipeline of over $50M in potential federal contracts tailored to client business goals.
  • Established partnerships with over 20 prime contractors, connecting small businesses to subcontracting opportunities.
  • Increased client success rates in securing federal contracts by 25% through targeted pre-solicitation strategies.
  • Guided clients in bidding for and winning prime contracts by developing comprehensive capture strategies.
  • Delivered workshops on leveraging 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and SDVOSB certifications for federal procurement success.


Key Achievements:

  • Helped a client secure their first $1M subcontracting award within six months of engagement.
  • Supported clients in winning prime contracts totaling over $3M within the Department of Defense (DoD).

Influencer Marketing Specialist

Freelance
05.2016 - 12.2022
  • Managed influencer campaigns with a combined reach of 1M+ followers, increasing brand visibility by 40%.
  • Negotiated influencer contracts valued at $200K+, ensuring mutual satisfaction for all stakeholders.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to identify key industry trends and improve campaign effectiveness.

Division 1 Basketball Athlete

Florida International University, FIU
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Developed strong mental resilience through rigorous training sessions, enabling peak performance during competitions.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in competition schedules or environments, demonstrating mental agility and composure under pressure.
  • Balanced academic commitments with athletic pursuits, maintaining a high GPA while excelling in sports activities.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills as a team captain, motivating teammates and fostering a supportive environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05-2016

Associate of Science - Communications

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY
06-2014

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Timeline

Procurement Business Development Consultant

Visionaires Solutions
05.2023 - Current

Influencer Marketing Specialist

Freelance
05.2016 - 12.2022

Division 1 Basketball Athlete

Florida International University, FIU
08.2014 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Florida International University

Associate of Science - Communications

Monroe Community College
Tashawn Desir