Season 1 | Episode 13: What It Really Takes to Succeed in Government Contracting with Mike Contreras
Show Notes:
In this episode, Mike Contreras shares his entrepreneurial journey and what it takes to succeed in the world of government contracting. He offers practical insights into navigating the complexities of the sector, including overcoming red tape and building strong relationships with government clients.
Mike also talks about the importance of resilience, using the right metrics to drive growth, and developing a flexible talent model that can adapt as the business evolves. If you're looking for a behind-the-scenes look at building a business in the government space, this episode is packed with valuable lessons.
Bio:
Michael Contreras, Ph.D., is the Founder and President of Ensemble, an advanced technology company specializing in IT modernization. An entrepreneur at heart, Mike founded Ensemble after a tour through the Federal Government, experiencing firsthand its digital struggles. Today, the company orchestrates a flexible workforce ecosystem to build cloud and AI solutions that enhance business outcomes for the aerospace and public sectors.
A three-time Founder and Board Director, Mike has contributed to TechCrunch on future of work topics, and his work has been highlighted by the White House, covered by Forbes, and featured in Delivering on Digital: The Innovators and Technologies That Are Transforming Government. A past NASA rocket scientist and Fulbright Scholar, he holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from UCLA, a Ph.D. in civil engineering and a Master of Mechanical Engineering from Rice University, and an MBA in finance and management from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
To connect with our guest, click on the links below:
Website: https://ensembleconsultancy.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ensemble-consultancy/
Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-parsons-cfo/
https://heatherparsons.com/links
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