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Nita Piano is a creative entrepreneur, she started her professional journey as a church musician at age 12, igniting her passion for music and prompting her to share it through piano instruction. Transitioning to the business domain in 2017, she boldly presented her services to government entities, later pivoting to support small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. 
Today, as the visionary founder and CEO of a distinguished creative program and project management agency called Bold Growth Agency, Nita spearheads projects that focus on minority contract recruitment, business development, project management, vendor development, and business inclusion programming. Her commitment to fostering diversity and small business inclusion is evident in her collaborations with both government bodies and multi-billion dollar corporations, where she champions transformative initiatives through Bold Growth Agency. 
 
By empowering minority-owned businesses, Nita strives to create a more inclusive and equitable business environment, constantly innovating to address small businesses' distinctive challenges and disparities. Her agency's groundbreaking work extends to launching educational workshops and programs, dedicated to promoting collaboration, diversity, and positive change within the small business contract landscape.

Want to learn more about Bold Growth Agency:
https://www.theboldgrowthagency.com/

Connect with Nita Piano on:
https://www.instagram.com/nitapiano/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitapianothebrand/





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Shenê Commodore is a known figure in the contract management field for her expertise and dedication in formulating winning strategies for businesses navigating the complexities of government contracts. As the Founder and CEO of Commodore Consulting, LLC, she has been at the forefront of guiding organizations toward success in government procurement for 35 years. From her tenure as a government buyer across diverse sectors including healthcare, IT, engineering, and construction projects, to her role as a contractor, she possesses a comprehensive understanding of the intricate dynamics of government contracting from various industries.
Drawing from this extensive background, Ms. Commodore leverages her expertise to develop procurement and leadership development courses to teach buyers and sellers. Her insights are informed by her credentials as a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) and Fellow, reflecting her unwavering commitment to excellence in facilitating better business practices for federal government engagement.

Notably, Ms. Commodore has played an instrumental role in advancing the contract management profession, having served on the National NCMA Board of Directors. She continues to contribute significantly by lending her expertise to the NCMA National Board of Advisors and NCMA DEI Council.

Driven by her passion for advocating for small businesses, Ms. Commodore is deeply committed to empowering entrepreneurs to achieve financial freedom through innovative government contract solutions. Her dedication has earned her recognition, including being named one of the 25 Influential Women In Business by Minority Enterprise Advocate Magazine. Ms. Commodore was honored with the Security Industry Association’s Government Policy award in 2014 for her impactful work in addressing government regulation challenges that create barriers for small business in the physical security industry.

At Commodore Consulting, Ms. Commodore leads a team that offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to guide organizations through the intricate landscape of government compliance and procurement processes. From contract management and strategic planning to proposal writing, GSA services, 8a, and specialized training, Commodore Consulting remains steadfast in its commitment to facilitating client success in the realm of government contracting.

https://www.commodoreconsulting.com/




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Melanie Patterson is the founder and CEO of Team Integrity Empire-Team Integrity Knowledge Center and Integrity Global Logistics. She is birth from the Chicago landscape and has turned her pain into purpose. From alternative school to an advanced Master's degree in Emergency Room Nursing she has showcased her leadership as an innovative businesswoman.

From mentoring over 200 students to a $2.5M Government contract in transportation she is bound for the greatest impact on other minority women.

https://www.teamintegrityknowledgecenter.com/
https://www.integritygloballogistics.com/




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In this episode, Thiané D. Carter, Director of Small Business Programs at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport Authority (RDU), discusses her experience in managing and implementing programs that ensure equal opportunities for small, minority, and women-owned businesses in the airport contracting process. Ms. Carter has over a decade of experience in DBE/ACDBE program development and administration and will share her insights on navigating these programs for contracting success.

https://www.rdu.com/



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Kourey is a seasoned professional, distinguished by her passion for creating opportunities and fostering inclusion in procurement and supply management. She currently serves as the manager of the Office of Supplier Diversity at the City of St. Petersburg, where she leads a dynamic team of professionals and where she is championing change in procurement processes and policies centered around workforce development, wages, and small and diverse business communities. Armed with a background in interdisciplinary studies and law, she possesses a distinctive perspective that fuels her prowess in process implementation, program development, and compliance.

Throughout her career, Kourey has been an advocate for enhancing opportunities and fostering an environment where small and diverse businesses are equipped to succeed. Her approach is characterized by a commitment to seeing the bigger picture, considering multiple perspectives, and pinpointing opportunities for improvement in processes and policies. Kourey is an advocate for diversity, actively engaging in outreach efforts, industry events, and conferences to amplify the importance of supplier diversity.

Learn more about the City of St. Petersburg, FL and the work they do:
https://www.stpete.org/

Office of Supplier Diversity
https://www.stpete.org/business/procurement/supplier_diversity.php

https://www.stpete.org/business/index.php

https://www.stpete.org/business/small_business_assistance/index.php

https://www.stpete.org/business/procurement/index.php

https://www.usf.edu/business-finance/purchasing/doing-business-with-usf/index.aspx


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Join us this Thursday featuring Jessica Gaskins, a seasoned professional supporting the SBA Office of Government Contracting Area III in Atlanta, GA. With extensive experience as a Procurement Center Representative (PCR), Jessica's journey began in 2009 with the Army Contracting Command before transitioning to SBA in 2019.

She has demonstrated versatility, having served as a PCR and later as a Size Specialist. Jessica briefly explored a role as a Contracting Officer Representative at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, showcasing her international experience before returning to SBA in 2023.

Her academic qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree from Norfolk State University. Notably, Jessica is certified in FAC-C Professional and FAC-COR, underlining her expertise in the field. Tune in to learn from Jessica's rich professional journey and insights into government contracting.

Doing Business with SBA Area III
https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/counseling-help/contracting-area-directors



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