Welcome back to GovCon Unscripted! I’m your host, Chelsea Meggitt, and in this episode, I sit down with Katie Roberts, Founder and CEO of RPR Strategies. With extensive experience in both the federal government and Fortune 500 companies, Katie shares how she built a company that bridges the gap between the public and private sectors to drive success in government contracting.

We discuss:

• How businesses can leverage strategic partnerships to succeed in the GovCon space.
• The challenges and opportunities in adapting private-sector strategies for government clients.
• Why flexibility and adaptability are critical in today's evolving federal landscape.

If you’re looking to understand how to navigate both the government and corporate worlds, this episode is packed with actionable insights on how to position your business for success.

In This Episode:

[00:00] - Chelsea introduces Katie Roberts and her GovCon journey.

[03:00] - How RPR Strategies helps businesses navigate public-private partnerships.

[06:30] - Key differences between government and corporate work environments.

[09:30] - The power of strategic partnerships and adaptability in GovCon.

[12:00] - How small businesses can compete with large primes in federal contracting.

[16:00] - The impact of emerging technologies and AI on government solutions.

[21:00] - What the next administration’s policies could mean for GovCon businesses.

[26:00] - Advice for companies looking to expand into government contracting.

🎙 Links and Resources:

• Chelsea’s LinkedIn Profile
• Katie Roberts’s LinkedIn Profile
• RPR Strategies Website
• RPR Strategies LinkedIn Page