About HARP

Andrea C. McCarthy founded HARP in 2013. HARP helps companies grow their Federal business by tapping into our extensive Federal business growth expertise and Government agency knowledge. Andrea built the firm to deliver “on-demand” support in five areas: Business Development, Capture Management, Proposal Support Services, Training and Business Operations.

Andrea works closely with HARP’s vetted and seasoned team of business growth consulting professionals.

A results-oriented business leader, Andrea has 20-plus years of successful Federal business growth experience and know-how. She is highly networked with Federal Government personnel and the Government Contractor community. Andrea and her team understands how to sell technology and solutions to the Federal Government, both to the U.S. Department of Defense and Civilian Agencies. HARP has a specialization in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). 

Andrea, an award-winning industry expert, is a frequent speaker at Government / Industry events. She plays a leadership role in key industry associations like the Professional Services Council (PSC). Andrea has also raised millions of dollars for charities throughout her career. 

Andrea graduated from University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business Strategic Marketing Executive program. She earned her undergraduate degree at Boston University graduating cum laude with Distinction. She was awarded a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Anglo-Irish Literature from Trinity College – Dublin (Ireland). 

In her spare time, Andrea loves to travel, garden and spend time with her husband and son and her friends.