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Mike Lisagor
Author · Government Contracting Expert · Buddhist Practitioner
About Mike
Mike Lisagor is a retired aerospace and IT executive who founded Celerity Works in 1999, where he advised over 500 company and government executives and managers on winning and managing government contracts. He is the author of eight books spanning government contracting, personal growth, and Buddhist practice.
His three government contracting books — co-authored with recognized federal marketplace experts Mark Amtower and Eric Adolphe — are considered essential reading for small businesses entering or growing in the government market. Mike lives on a beautiful island in the Pacific Northwest, where he also plays piano and harmonica, creates graphic art, and is an active SGI Buddhist practitioner of 50+ years.
Short bio (for articles & introductions)
Mike Lisagor is a retired aerospace and IT executive, founder of Celerity Works, and author of eight books on government contracting and personal growth. His titles How to Win in the Government Market (with Mark Amtower), The Essential Guide to Managing a Government Project, and How to Develop a Winning SBIR Proposal (with Eric Adolphe) are essential resources for small businesses in the federal marketplace. Learn more at celerityworks.com.
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Books
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How to Win in the Government Market
w/Mark Amtower — 2nd Edition, November 2024
A practical guide for government contractors at every stage — from first-time bidders to seasoned primes. Co-authored with Mark Amtower, one of the most recognized names in the federal marketplace, this book delivers chapter after chapter of actionable advice on positioning, teaming, proposal strategy, and building lasting relationships in the government market.
The Essential Guide to Managing a Government Project
2nd Edition, January 2025
Over 150 pages of straight-forward, government-specific project management guidance. Covers the full project lifecycle — initiation, planning, execution, control, and close-out — plus risk management, quality assurance, and contract growth. Packed with templates, checklists, and lessons learned from decades of real-world experience.
How to Develop a Winning SBIR Proposal
w/Eric Adolphe — Published by GOVPROP.com
60 pages of easy-to-understand guidance and examples for each section of a typical SBIR proposal. Co-authored with Eric Adolphe, a recognized government acquisition expert, this concise guide walks small businesses through the SBIR process from start to finish — making a complex program approachable for first-time applicants.
Media Contact
For interview requests, review copies, or media inquiries, reach Mike directly on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn.com/in/mikelisagor