Brian Shust
Speaker
Navigating Commercial and Government Contracts
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Description: Understanding the basics of commercial and government contracts is crucial for emerging start-ups in order to build capabilities and avoid costly missteps. This knowledge can provide clarity by ensuring contracts are clear, expectations are defined, and business’s interests are protected, all while helping to prevent disputes and potential liabilities. With the dynamic and fast-paced nature of start-ups, knowing potential pitfalls ensures that agreements are compliant with relevant laws and enforceable, giving businesses the peace of mind to focus on growth and innovation. Investing in this knowledge early on can save significant time, money, and stress in the long run.
Skills gained: Risk management: identifying potential risks and incorporating practices to mitigate them to protect the business
Compliance awareness: knowledge of the legal guardrails and how to build a legally sound culture and company
Negotiation skills: improved understanding of legal parameters equips businesses to negotiate more favorable contract terms
Strategic planning: avoiding legal issues to help align contracts with long-term objectives
About
Brian Shust
Brian Shust is an attorney Nyemaster Goode and works out of their Cedar Rapids office. His practice focuses on business formation, government contracts, and commercial litigation. Prior to Nyemaster, Brian was an active duty Air Force Judge Advocate (military attorney) for 10 years. In that role, he advised contracting officers on developing, awarding, and administering contracts, and gained an understanding of how contractors of all sizes can best demonstrate capabilities to win contract awards.