ASDP TEAM
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Meet Our Board.
Shaun Smith
Vice President - ASDP
Shaun Smith serves as a Small Business Liaison Officer at Leidos, Inc., where, as the Associate Director of Small Business and Supplier Diversity Programs, she drives strategic initiatives and fosters impactful partnerships. With over ten years of experience in small business advocacy and supplier diversity, Shaun is deeply committed to advancing inclusion and empowerment in the spaces around her. A dedicated servant leader, she thrives on building inclusive, dynamic, and empowering environments both professionally and personally, always seeking opportunities to uplift individuals and strengthen communities.
Shaun earned a bachelor’s degree from McDaniel College and a JD/MBA from Howard University. Before joining Leidos, she held diverse roles across industry, federal, and local government procurement sectors. Her passion for empowering small and diverse businesses took root during her time at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Howard University School of Law’s Investor Justice Clinic in Washington, DC, where she supported their growth and success.
Beyond her career, Shaun treasures time with family and friends, exploring the world to immerse herself in new cultures, and embracing meditation to cultivate positivity and balance.
Meet Our Team.
The ASDP team is passionate about sharing knowledge and experience with other professionals
“A great training experience for Small Business Liaison Officers. Come ready to learn, share ideas, and connect with others in the field.”
“This course is valuable for both beginners and experienced professionals. The instructors and attendees are all passionate about supporting small business programs.”
“The class provides the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen a small business program. It’s a valuable resource for both new and experienced Small Business Liaison Officers, with plenty of opportunities to learn and network.”
“One of the best professional training courses I’ve attended—informative, engaging, and practical.”
“As a growing aerospace supplier transitioning from a small to a large business, we needed guidance on meeting customer requirements. This training gave us a strong starting point for building the right processes within our small business program.”
“I’m grateful my organization supported us in taking this course. After seven years as a Small Business Liaison Officer, I still learned new information while also refreshing key concepts. The training was informative, timely, and very well done.”
“This is the most valuable and detailed training I’ve completed for my role as a Small Business Liaison Officer. I’m very glad I discovered ASDP.”
“Whether you are new to the Small Business Liaison Officer role or taking on new responsibilities, this course provides the tools and confidence to succeed. The networking opportunities are also extremely valuable.”
“The training was excellent from start to finish. The instructors were knowledgeable, engaging, and brought great energy to the sessions.”
“The ASDP training offered a detailed overview of important rules and regulations while also creating meaningful networking opportunities with other professionals in the field.”
“This was my fourth recertification, and I still walked away with new insights. The instructors are excellent, the topics are relevant, and the networking opportunities are always worthwhile.”
“The classroom discussions and group activities made the learning experience very engaging. The instructors brought deep industry knowledge, and connecting with other small business program professionals was a major benefit.”