CMMC 2.0 Compliance & Mergers in Aerospace
Episode Summary: CMMC Compliance & Business Sales in Aerospace with Bill Alderman
In this episode of One Pour Problems, Sal Marino sits down with Bill Alderman, founder of Alderman & Company, to discuss cybersecurity compliance and business sales in the aerospace and defense sector. Bill shares fascinating stories from his career—including his time at GE and flying his own plane—and dives deep into the challenges family-owned aerospace businesses face when preparing for a sale.
From the critical role of CMMC 2.0 compliance in defense contracts to the hidden pitfalls uncovered during due diligence, Bill explains why aligning your cybersecurity strategy with business goals isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you're considering selling your company or simply want to improve your audit readiness, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
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CMMC compliance, selling a business in aerospace, cybersecurity due diligence, DoD contract requirements, MSP audit prep, business exit strategy aerospace
Sal sits down with the founder of Alderman & Company, Bill Alderman, to cybersecurity compliance and business sales in the aerospace sector. Bill shares stories from his career, from jet-setting across the globe on his own plane he pilots, to working at GE, and why he ultimately chose to focus on family-run businesses. He explains the kinds of companies that come to him for help selling, the importance of CMMC compliance when dealing with DoD or Homeland Security contracts, and why being unprepared can cost sellers big during due diligence. Bill also emphasizes the value of being service-centric and why bringing in experts before an audit is crucial for a smooth sale.