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Biography

As a Procurement Counselor for the Hampton Roads area, Cecelia F. Cotton coordinates support services to assist businesses in finding government procurement opportunities, and assists government agencies in reaching socioeconomic goals. Retired from Civil Service after 31 years, Ms. Cotton served as a Contracting Specialist, Procurement Analyst, and OSDBU for the Army. She has an A.A. in Public Administration, B.A. in Human Resources Management, and a Graduate Degree in Religious Studies. She is Level III DAWIA certified contracting professional. Cecelia loves serving the needs of others, and lives by the motto: “Time is money to the small business person.” She enjoys singing, writing, public speaking, studying Scripture, old movies/sitcoms, and spending time with family.

“Ms. Cotton consistently shows up with professionalism, patience, and a genuine desire to help others succeed. She has a unique ability to bring clarity to what can often feel like overwhelming and confusing requirements.”

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Biography

As a Procurement Counselor for the Hampton Roads area, Cecelia F. Cotton coordinates support services to assist businesses in finding government procurement opportunities, and assists government agencies in reaching socioeconomic goals. Retired from Civil Service after 31 years, Ms. Cotton served as a Contracting Specialist, Procurement Analyst, and OSDBU for the Army. She has an A.A. in Public Administration, B.A. in Human Resources Management, and a Graduate Degree in Religious Studies. She is Level III DAWIA certified contracting professional. Cecelia loves serving the needs of others, and lives by the motto: “Time is money to the small business person.” She enjoys singing, writing, public speaking, studying Scripture, old movies/sitcoms, and spending time with family.

“Ms. Cotton consistently shows up with professionalism, patience, and a genuine desire to help others succeed. She has a unique ability to bring clarity to what can often feel like overwhelming and confusing requirements.”