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Amber Hanlon
Trainer | Former ASDP President
Social Responsibility Regulatory Programs
Collins Aerospace
As leader of Collins Aerospace’s Social Responsibility Regulatory Programs Team, Amber Hanlon manages the company’s central Small Business Office, an essential component to Collins’ ability to meet customer requirements and grow. In this role, Amber’s team has responsibility for ensuring compliance to small business laws & regulations. This includes building Collins’ participation in the Department of Defense Mentor/Protégé Program, leading Collins’ Supplier Diversity Executive Steering Team, training employees on opportunities for small businesses, and assisting small business suppliers in expanding their reach. Amber has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing and Public Relations and a Master of Business Administration degree, both from Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, IA and a Master of Arts degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology from Golden Gate University in San Francisco, CA.
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.”