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Episode 24: General Alan Lynn - “Your Startup Is DoD-Worthy”
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🎧 Executive Bytes | Episode 24: “Your Startup Is DoD-Worthy”
Guest: Retired 3-Star General Alan Lynn
Co-Host: General Jan Norris
Think your startup doesn’t belong in the Department of Defense? Think again.
In this eye-opening episode, retired General Alan Lynn — former global director of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and builder of secure networks for the White House and U.S. Army worldwide — debunks the myth that founders need to build weapons to work with the DoD.
👉 With oversight of a $10B annual IT budget, Lynn reveals:
•Why startups without a defense focus are exactly what the DoD needs
•The staggering size and complexity of the DoD — it’s more like a country than a customer
•Why integrity and execution matter more than military experience
•How even early-stage tech (like AI data tools, cybersecurity software, or even better GUI design) can solve real problems on a national scale
•The critical importance of understanding your TRL (Technology Readiness Level)
🔑 Key Insight: The DoD wants innovation — and they’re actively searching for startups like yours. You don’t need to sell weapons. You need to solve real, scalable problems with precision and integrity.
📣 Startups, if you’re ready to play the long game, this episode is your field guide.
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