Brenda Plastridge is the counselor responsible for working with businesses in the Northeast Kingdom which consists of Essex, Orleans and Caledonia counties through a partnership with VtSBDC. Brenda assists small businesses in the area with Federal, State and municipal contracting opportunities, as well as subcontracting opportunities and applications for certification programs. Brenda comes to the position with over 36 years with the Federal Government working in the area of grants management, contracting, and certification programs.