Kenneth Dodds has joined Live Oak Bank as an industry expert for its government contracting lending team, according to a company announcement.
Dodds brings more than 20 years of experience with the Small Business Administration in government contracting policy, regulation and industry insight, officials said in the release.
In his role with the team, Dodds will provide advisory services for buying or selling a government contracting business, as well as navigate the federal procurement process. Live Oak’s team of government contracting finance experts work in Washington, D.C. and "focus on business growth through contract mobilization, acquisition, working capital and other financing solutions," officials said in the release.
“Kenneth is an exceptional addition to our team and his perspective and insight will be extremely valuable to our customers,” Patrick Kelley, general manager of government contracting at Live Oak Bank, said in the release. “The federal contracting industry is incredibly complex. His depth of expertise is a key asset for customers looking for clear and knowledgeable guidance to successfully grow their business.”
Dodds previously served at the SBA, in roles including director of the Office of Policy, Planning and Liaison, director of the Office Government Contracting, senior attorney for the Office of General Counsel and assistant counsel to the inspector general. He received a law degree from the College of William & Mary's law school. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from James Madison University.
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