Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member: Click Here
Part 3: David Packouz on Meeting Real-Life "Lord of War" Heinrich Thomet
Part 1: David Packouz on Becoming an Arms Dealer After Friend Efraim Diveroli Made $1.8M in 1 Year
--------
David Packouz, a former arms dealer, shares insights into the U.S. government's defense spending. Highlighting the staggering annual commitment of around $800 billion by the Pentagon, Packouz notes that the U.S. federal government stands as the largest single customer globally with an immense $7 trillion yearly expenditure. His former employer, AEY, capitalized on this massive market, focusing on federal contracts open for public bidding. Despite requirements for past performance on high-value contracts, businesses with no prior experience can secure contracts under $250,000, encouraging new players to enter the field and increase competition. Packouz described navigating the complex and often murky international arms market to fulfill these contracts. Sourcing weapons and ammunition for Afghanistan and Iraq necessitated dealings with various entities, ranging from warlords to crooked politicians. AEY's strategy involved scouring trade directories and attending trade shows to establish a reliable network of suppliers, enabling them to compete effectively and win significant government contracts.
