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Systems that Win Proposals™

Build a proven proposal system that helps your business compete — and win — in the world of RFPs and contracts.

The Problem

You’re great at what you do — but when it comes to securing contracts, the process feels overwhelming.

  • You’re unsure where to start or what you qualify for.

  • Deadlines sneak up, and opportunities pass you by.

  • You’ve spent hours writing proposals that go nowhere.

  • You’re tired of reacting instead of preparing.

We get it. Winning contracts shouldn’t feel like guesswork.

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At The Crafted Pen™, we help businesses like yours compete with confidence.

Using our proven ICANN Framework™, we bring clarity, structure, and strategy to every step of the proposal process — so no opportunity is missed, and every submission reflects excellence.

The Plan (How It Works)

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- Identify

Identify challenges to win awards.

Assess your readiness, compliance, and capacity so you only pursue opportunities you can win.

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- Craft

Crafting the strategy that gets the win.

Learn how to strategically align your proposals with funders’ goals using our proven structure and AI-enhanced tools.

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- Apply

Apply for the opportunity with strategic best practices.

Follow a proposal calendar and system that keeps you organized, on time, and competitive.

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- Nurture

Nurturing relationships, results and resilience.

Manage awarded projects confidently, ensuring compliance, reporting, and repeat success.

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- Network

Building bridges that expand your reach.

Engage with partners, mentors, and communities that open doors to new opportunities. Strengthen your professional circle to share insights, collaborate on bids, and grow your influence in the contracting ecosystem.

You don’t need more hustle — you need a system that wins.

Subtle Shapes Transparent

Before working with us

Missed deadlines

Unorganized documentation

Low proposal confidence

Random results

After working with us

Clear systems and structure

Confident proposal execution

Stronger relationships with funders

Consistent wins and measurable growth

Our Partners

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Insignia partner of The Crafted Pen
Goodwill partner of The Crafted Pen
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Read the Success Stories of Our Clients

​ “It’s such a weight lifted from my shoulders to know that the Crafted Pen has my project details organized and in order. As a business owner, I really appreciate that I can confidently turn my mind to other things that help me to build my business and don’t have to concern myself with project management.

 

I don’t know what I’d do without Crafted Pen!”

Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross

"The Crafted Pen" is an awesome company to work with. The help offered, as well as what I received is phenomenal. My documents are so professional and worded to perfection. If you are looking for great outcomes I strongly recommend using "The Crafted Pen".

Mrs. Resha Ryan

“ I truly enjoyed the entire experience with Marlowe Boyd and the crafted pen. She was extremely professional. She paid great attention to detail. She was very patient working with me and helping me bring to life my vision for my business. She offered so many helpful suggestions as far as how to move forward and enhance my business. I would definitely recommend her to anyone the entire experience with a 10 out of 10 and I look forward to working with her on future projects”

Valarie Harris

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Ready to Compete — and Win?

Let’s map out your proposal success strategy together.

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