Mr. Luis De La Cruz founded his company, Andale construction back in 2006 after years of working his way up the construction food chain. He remembers while working as a laborer that people would tell him to hurry up saying "An-da-le, an-da-le" and for that reason decided that if he ever opened a company it would be called Andale construction because it was like his second name. Fast forward to 2012 and his 20-person person lands an $80M federal contract with a JV/MPP partner Sundt construction. In his professional life I've strived to be one who can apply and support the TEAM concept. TEAM (Together Everyone Achieves More)

This is a heartfelt story where Mr. Cruz talks about being a former Marine to founding the company of his dreams. Today he is working on expanding programs and access for those underserved and people from his community.

Laurie Sayles owns Civility Management Solutions a professional consulting services firm. She served in the USMC & is an outspoken advocate for Veteran's on the Hill 3 times. Awarded as MD Women Veteran Entrepreneur, Above & Beyond, 1 of 100 Minority Business, Compassionate Business Leader. CivilityMS participated in 8(a) accelerator program, Goldman Sach's 10,000.

I must admit that I've listened to this interview multiple times. The jewels that she offers are so vast that I quickly publicized a few of them the day after we recorded this session. I can easily make a list of more than 15 key takeaways from this interview that would be invaluable to share with thousands of business owners looking to find their path. Please listen to the complete interview because even at the end she answer the questions of where we see contractors falling short.

Laurie Sayles owns Civility Management Solutions a professional consulting services firm. She served in the USMC & is an outspoken advocate for Veteran’s on the Hill 3 times. Awarded as MD Women Veteran Entrepreneur, Above & Beyond, 1 of 100 Minority Business, Compassionate Business Leader. CivilityMS participated in 8(a) accelerator program, Goldman Sach’s 10,000.

She shares invaluable jewels for business owners looking to find their path as well as where we see contractors falling short.

For those who may not know, GSA is America's only source solely dedicated to procuring goods and services for government. As an integral part of GSA, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) deliver comprehensive products and services across government at the best value possible.

In today's episode we are talking with Region 4 GSA Customer Service Director (CSD) for Space Coast, Shaun Hartman. CSDs provide assistance, resolve problems and answer questions from GSA's customers. CSDs also host seminars on a variety of useful topics, and are a valuable source of information on all of GSA's program

For those who may not know, GSA is America's only source solely dedicated to procuring goods and services for government.

In today’s episode we are talking with Region 4 GSA Customer Service Director (CSD) for Space Coast, Shaun Hartman. CSDs provide assistance, resolve problems and answer questions from GSA's customers. CSDs also host seminars on a variety of useful topics, and are a valuable source of information on all of GSA's program

Today we are having a conversation with Jonathan Hard who frequently speaks on the

topic of Covered Defense Information in compliance with DFARS 252.204.7012 clause. Which is the safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting.

Jonathan is the CEO and President of

H2L Solutions, Inc, specializes in Cyber & Information Assurance and provides Cyber Security solutions for government and commercial customers. Jonathan has presented at

various regional conferences.

Today we are having a conversation with Jonathan Hard who frequently speaks on the topic of Covered Defense Information in compliance with DFARS 252.204.7012 clause. Which is the safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting.

Jonathan is the CEO and President ofH2L Solutions, Inc. (H2L).H2L specializes in Cyber & Information Assurance and provides Cyber Security solutions for government and commercial customers. Jonathan has presented at various regional conferences on the subject including Infragard, ISACA, ASIS, NCMA,NCMS to name a few

Mark Masters of the Cherokee Nation founded his company Chloeta in 2009. Just 10 years later he was placed on the list of fastest growing companies in the U.S., #606, Inc 5000 award winner.

Mark is a wildfire firefighter. Mark started fighting wildfires at age 18 and was part of the most tragic events in our nations history including, Superstorm Sandy and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Mark didn't have to look far to choose his calling as he is a 3rd generation wildfire fire fighter.

In today's interview your'e going to hear about his heroism and his resiliency in starting a successful business around a career that he loved.

Mark Masters of the Cherokee Nation founded his company Chloeta in 2009. Just 10 years later he was placed on the list of fastest growing companies in the U.S., #606, Inc 5000 award winner. Mark is a wildfire firefighter.

In today’s interview In this interview you’ll learn about Mark’s journey from firefighter to business owner. Your’e going to hear about his heroism and his resiliency in starting a successful business around a career that he loved.

Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Jon Tellier is the President at JetCo Solutions. In this position, he recruits and leads a growing team of employees who help businesses sell to all levels of government. Jon also leads all capture efforts for JetCo Solutions.

JetCo Solutions has earned a positive, strong reputation among the Michigan defense industry community, winning contracts valued at over $4 billion. Jon has developed relationships with industry, academia, and government and is viewed as a leader in military, veteran, and business affairs.