Latest Govcongiants Podcast Episodes
214: Behind the Scenes of Defense Business and Contracts: Expert Insights from Darren Whiddon
Govcon Giants - April 17, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today's episode, we're diving deep into the strategic insights of a true powerhouse in the realm of defense and business, Darren Whiddon of DKW Consulting LLC. You might remember last year's episode with Gene Moran, where we delved into the importance of early engagement with government custo...
213: Leading with Integrity and Building a Culture of Excellence: Expert Insights and Wisdom from Corliss “Mama U” Udoema
Govcon Giants - April 10, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today's episode, we're thrilled to have Corliss Udoema back on the show. Corliss is the CEO of Contract Solutions, Inc. (CSI), an organization dedicated to excellence in service provision. With a focus on stability, growth, and expansion, CSI offers acquisition support, training, and staff au...
212: From Discipline to Triumph: Exploring the Remarkable Career Trajectory of Frank Spencer III
Govcon Giants - April 03, 2024 21:11 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday, we have the honor of hosting Frank Spencer III, President at Aztec Contractors, a true titan in the realm of small business and entrepreneurship. Frank's journey from his roots in West Texas to his current role as a serial entrepreneur and mentor is nothing short of inspiring. After gra...
211: Transforming Ideas into Defense Solutions: Solving DOD Challenges with Wade B. Watts
Govcon Giants - March 21, 2024 04:18 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today’s episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming a returning guest, Wade B. Watts, the University Program Director (UPD) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha for the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN). With over 20 years of experience as an Air Force Officer and subsequent roles a...
210: Strategic Insights and Tenacity: Securing Department of Defense Funding with Vanessa Savas
Govcon Giants - March 06, 2024 14:37 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today’s episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with the remarkable Vanessa Savas, a retired Air Force Colonel with an impressive 29 years of Department of Defense experience. Her extensive and distinguished career reached its pinnacle as a Congressional and Government Relations expert ...
209: Scoring Major Bid Opportunities in The Department of Energy with Shalaya Morissette
Govcon Giants - February 21, 2024 06:31 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode, we are honored to have a powerhouse guest, Shalaya Morissette, who is making waves as the Chief of the Minority Business and Workforce Division in the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), stationed within the Office of Energy Justice and Equity. Shalaya is a highly sought-after coll...
208: Behind the Numbers: An In-Depth Discussion with Audit Director Pete Ragone
Govcon Giants - February 15, 2024 01:09 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday we had the privilege of hosting Pete Ragone, an esteemed Audit Director at SC&H Group. Pete has been a vital member of the SC&H team since 2015, bringing with him a wealth of experience in public accounting dating back to 1990. Throughout his career, Pete has emerged as a leader in finan...
207: Mastering Compliance Risks in Government Contracting: A Conversation with Giacomo Apadula
Govcon Giants - February 07, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn our latest episode, Randie Ward had the privilege of interviewing Giacomo Apadula, an authority in government contract and grant administration. Giacomo's extensive expertise lies in cost accounting, regulatory compliance, and business process improvement/system design. Throughout the episo...
206: The Insider's Guide to Government Contracts Litigation with Ryan C. Bradel
Govcon Giants - February 01, 2024 00:38 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today’s episode we have a true expert in the field, Ryan C. Bradel. Ryan is a seasoned attorney representing government contractors in a myriad of federal, state, and local procurement matters. With a cross-industry practice, Ryan has become a go-to authority for companies in defense, intelli...
205: Turning Vision into Reality: Exploring the Dynamics of Leadership in Federal Construction with Angie Martinez
Govcon Giants - January 24, 2024 05:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Angie Martinez, an executive professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in federal construction, business development, and facilities management. Angie's impressive career spans various facets of the industry, in...
204: Blueprint for Govcon Success: Unveiling the Solution Engineering Framework™ with Peter Lierni
Govcon Giants - January 17, 2024 05:17 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today's episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Solution Engineer Peter Lierni, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in designing and developing winning solutions in the federal, state, local, and international market spaces. Peter Lierni's expertise lies i...
203: IQ vs EQ: The Unseen Power in Business Growth (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - January 10, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsLet’s talk about the basics. In this episode, I talk about and discuss the critical balance between intelligence quotient (IQ) and emotional quotient (EQ) in achieving success, sharing anecdotes that underscored the vital role of emotional intelligence in professional settings. From my experienc...
202: From Social Work to Social Impact: Navigating Social Enterprise Success with Merry Korn (Repost)
Govcon Giants - January 03, 2024 05:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode, we delved into the remarkable journey of Merry Korn, a seasoned clinical social worker turned entrepreneur, who shared her insights and experiences in building a unique social enterprise. With over 30 years of expertise and a background rooted in clinical social work from Ohio S...
201: DLA Insider Perspectives: Unveiling GovCon Success Secrets with Startup Leaders (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - December 27, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn our latest episode, we brought together a formidable panel featuring four thriving startups entrenched in the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) marketplace. The conversation was a goldmine of insights vital for navigating the complex GovCon landscape. Throughout the discussion, key themes emer...
200: Navigating the Ever-Changing Landscape of Federal Acquisition Regulations with Government Contracts Compliance Expert Janetta Brewer (Repost)
Govcon Giants - December 20, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this week's episode, we had the honor of hosting Janetta Brewer, Esq., a luminary figure in federal acquisition regulations. With an illustrious career spanning multiple federal agencies, including pivotal roles in the US Navy, Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Homeland Security, and th...
199: Supplying Demand: How to Score Government Contracts for Basic Necessities (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - December 13, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode, I had the privilege of hosting Mr. Pierce Robinson, an expert in government contracts. Our focus? Demystifying the process of selling everyday items like eggs, milk, water, and more to the government. Pierce, with his wealth of experience, provided invaluable insights into how s...
198: Inside the Mind of a Leader: Beverly Kuykendall's Key Advice for Small Businesses in Government Contracting (Repost)
Govcon Giants - December 06, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode of GovCon Giants, we had the honor of hosting the remarkable Beverly Kuykendall, President of Government Business at American Medical Depot (AMD). With an illustrious career spanning across powerhouse corporations such as Procter & Gamble, American Hospital Supply, Xerox, and Her...
197: The Secret to Government Contract Wealth: The Power of Strategic Goals (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - November 29, 2023 03:46 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, we delve deep into the pivotal role of strategic goal setting in the world of government contracts. Reflecting on personal experiences, I emphasize the transformative power of setting and evolving goals, starting from humble financial aspirations to ...
196: Navigating Success in Government Contracting: Unveiling the HUBZone Program's Insider Strategies with Michelle Burnett (Repost)
Govcon Giants - November 24, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Michelle Burnett, an influential figure in the world of government contracting and the executive director of the HUBZone Contractors National Council. With almost a decade devoted to advocating for the HUBZone program, Michelle shared invaluable in...
195: The Business Bridge: Veterans' Journey to New Opportunities (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - November 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday's episode is a salute to our veterans. Join me and our esteemed guests, Daren Gerrish, Eric "Doc" Wright, and Stu Smith, as we dive into the realm of possibilities awaiting our military heroes in the business landscape. We kick off with Daren Gerrish, offering a captivating look at the S...
194: The Art of Finding the Right Partner in Federal Contracting with David Rambhajan (Repost)
Govcon Giants - November 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday we have a very special guest with us, David Rambhajan. David is a true giant in the government contracting world, and his journey is nothing short of inspiring. David enlisted in the US Marine Corps at the tender age of 17 and served our nation for eight years with unwavering dedication. A...
193: Unlocking Small Business Success in Government Contracting with John Cook (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - November 01, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, I sit down with John Cook, the CEO of Strategic Growth Advisors (SGA), a consulting firm specializing in providing business development support to small businesses in the government contracting space. With years of experience in this field, John is a...
192: The Critical Role of Small Businesses in NASA's Mission with Eunice Adams-Sipp
Govcon Giants - October 25, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today’s episode, we dive into the world of promoting and integrating small businesses into the competitive base of contractors that pioneer the future of space exploration, scientific discovery, and aeronautic research. Our guest, Eunice Adams-Sipp, has over 30 years of experience as a contra...
191: Procurement Pioneers: Unveiling GSA's Inner Workings and Insights with Shaun Hartman (Repost)
Govcon Giants - October 18, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this conversation, we had the privilege of interviewing Shaun Hartman, an accomplished professional with an impressive career in the United States Air Force spanning 12 years. Shaun began his journey as a firefighter and later transitioned into acquisitions, eventually becoming a Defense Indu...
190: From Marine Corps Captain to CEO: Alex Hernandez's Path to GovCon Success (Repost)
Govcon Giants - October 11, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn today's episode, we have the honor of hosting Alex Hernandez, a true luminary in the federal marketplace. Alex, a former U.S. Marine Corps Captain with a specialty in logistics operations, brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to the table. As the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Hernand...
189: Empowering Entrepreneurs: Travis Mack's Insights for Thriving in Business (Youtube Live)
Govcon Giants - October 04, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, we have Travis Mack, a dynamic business leader serving as the Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation and Valeo Networks. Saalex Corporation, a prominent Engineering and Information Technology Services firm, specializes in critical areas such as Test ...
188: Navigating New Frontiers: A Conversation with Eric 'Doc' Wright on Veteran Career Transitions (Repost)
Govcon Giants - September 27, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn this episode, we are privileged to host Eric "Doc" Wright, PhD, a distinguished Military Veteran, Founder of Vets2PM, LLC, and Co-Founder of the 501(c)3 Veteran Project Management Mentor Alliance. Driven by a deep passion for aiding fellow veterans, Eric has dedicated himself to facilitatin...
187: Building Bonds: Unveiling the Power of SBA Surety with Mr. Peter C. Gibbs (Repost)
Govcon Giants - September 20, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday’s guest Mr. Peter C. Gibbs of Foundation Surety out Maryland is the former Director, Office of Surety Guarantees for the SBA. He served in that capacity for more than 15 years. When he retired last year he went out on his own and started a bonding company. “Any company who is interested ...
186: Strategies for Small Firms to Thrive in Government Contracting with Cesar Nader (Repost)
Govcon Giants - September 13, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsToday's guests, Cesar Nader, CEO of X Corp solutions of Virginia is leading the charge and helping the small firm grow to the mid-tier level, harnessing the power of federal contracts. Mr. Cesar Nader is a highly sought out speaker and thought leader in the government contracting space. You ma...
185: Top Government Contracting Questions Answered
Govcon Giants - September 07, 2023 05:37 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsIn the latest episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, we address your most pressing questions and provide invaluable expert guidance. Whether you're a seasoned small business owner in the field or someone curious about the realm of government contracts, this episode has something for you. The ep...
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