Episode Description

In today’s episode, Tyler takes a step away from defense tech and welcomes in Harrison Smith and Molly Cain from the IRS. The three talk about the opportunities for commercial technology in federal agencies as well as some of the interesting transformation that this team is driving over at the IRS. Harrison and Molly open up about what it’s like to work together, how they aim to increase partnerships with startups and why they are dedicated to making the tax experience more efficient, and enjoyable, for all parties involved.‍

What’s Happening on the Second Front

• Why commercial companies should work with the IRS: Each step of the pitch to contract process 
• Additional ways the government can support startups beyond SBIR grants
• Important things you didn’t know the IRS was responsible for
• Making taxes easy and enjoyable to drive voluntary compliance

Connect with Harrison Smith

• LinkedIn: Harrison Smith
• Website: IRS

Connect with Molly

• LinkedIn: Molly Cain
• Website: IRS

Connect with Tyler

• LinkedIn: Tyler Sweatt