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Government Coins GovLia
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Government Coins is a podcast for small businesses that want to scale up their businesses by selling to the government. Government contracting is a largely misunderstood topic, ShaKeia is here to dispel the myths and share play-by-play with guests such as government buyers, prime contractors, and of course government contractors killing it in their industries. ShaKeia is the Founder of GovLia, a supplier management and engagement firm. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/governmentcoins/support
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Doing Business with the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
Les McGaugh currently serves as the Procurement Director for the City of Fayetteville. Les brings innovation and strategic vision to his role, striving for efficiency and effectiveness in procurement processes.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Les is deeply committed to public service and professional development. He serves as the President of both the Arkansas Chapter of the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (ARNIGP) and the Arkansas Public Fleet Professionals Association (APFPA), where he advocates for excellence and innovation in governmental practices.
Beyond his professional affiliations, Les is a dedicated spiritual leader, serving as a Pastor in his community. Les is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served in Operations Enduring Freedom (OEF), Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT).
With a diverse background encompassing various levels of public and community service, Les McGaugh brings unique perspectives on leadership and innovation.
Want to learn more about Fayetteville, AR:
https://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/
Connect with Les McGaugh on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/les-mcgaugh-624291187/
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The Prime & Subcontractor Partnership: A Guide to Working with Samet Corp featuring Shante' Stewart
Shante’ is the catalyst for positive change consistently paving the way for success among diverse businesses in the construction sector partnering with Samet. With a decade-long tenure as an educator in the Durham public school system Shante’ passion for empowerment and palpable in every endeavor. Leveraging her teaching background, she infuses projects with a drive to up with other strategically guiding teams to meet MWE bid criteria and exceed HUB/MWBE goals, thereby nurturing growth within their teams and resumes alike. Drawing upon her intense project management, Shante's empathetically navigates the challenges faced by minority firms throughout the bidding process and on-site work. After helping others with their businesses, she finds time to nurture and grow her art business StrokesbySMS.
Want to learn more about Sumet Corporation:
https://www.sametcorp.com/
Connect with Shante' Stewart on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shante%E2%80%99-stewart-36808390/
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Small Dollar Deals and Networking Tips for Small Businesses with Nita Piano
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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Navigating Government Procurement with Shene Comodore
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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Trucking Meets Government Contracting with Melanie Patterson
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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Doing Business with Raleigh-Durham International Airport Authority (RDU)
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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