OrangeSlices founder and CEO David Blackburn today announced the acquisition of the GovBrew media properties and assets, the popular federal market news brand founded by brothers Chad and Shane Prosser.
GovBrew will operate as a separate company, independent of OrangeSlices and Arctas, while the three organizations will collaborate where it makes sense. GovBrew will maintain its own brand, leadership, voice and approach as it enters its next phase of growth.
“I’ve known Chad and Shane for a long time, and I could not be more excited about the opportunity to build on what they created,” said Blackburn. “They built a fantastic brand by understanding what this community wanted and delivering it in a way that was useful, approachable and fun. With the tremendous growth we’ve experienced at OrangeSlices and the momentum we’re seeing with Arctas, GovBrew felt like a natural fit. We know the approach is working, and GovBrew gives us another great way to serve this community while staying true to what made the brand successful in the first place.”
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While each organization will operate independently, users can expect GovBrew, OrangeSlices and Arctas to collaborate where their respective content, communities, capabilities and reach can create greater value across the federal ecosystem. GovBrew’s existing Insider community, partnerships and sponsor relationships will continue to be supported through the transition and beyond.
“I’ve had the opportunity to work with the GovBrew team over the past few years, and I’ve seen firsthand the reputation they’ve built and what they’re capable of,” said Shelley McGuire, Chief Strategy Officer at OrangeSlices. “I’m incredibly excited about the opportunity to work more closely with this team and build on that strong foundation.”
Plans are already underway for the next phase of GovBrew, with new leadership, additional investment and new initiatives expected to be announced soon.
“I could not be more optimistic about where we’re headed in 2027,” Blackburn said. “There is tremendous opportunity in front of us. We’re growing, we’re investing, and we’re going to keep looking for smart ways to better serve this community and the federal mission.”
About GovBrew
GovBrew is a media platform created to deliver reliable, regular government contracting and federal market news without all the BS. Its approachable style makes it easier for government and industry professionals to stay informed about the news and developments shaping the federal community.
About OrangeSlices
OrangeSlices is a Public Benefit Corporation operating at the intersection of competitive intelligence, media and community. It provides government and industry leaders with accessible information, resources and connections designed to support a more transparent federal ecosystem and those working to advance the federal mission.
About Arctas
Arctas is a publicly available platform connecting the companies, business-to-business partners and organizations supporting the federal ecosystem. It helps users discover potential partners, employers, collaborators and trusted resources that help organizations compete, grow and deliver.
Learn more: GovBrew | OrangeSlices | Arctas
David and all – Congrats!