Behind the Win

At LSI, we don’t just follow trends, we help shape the future. Behind the Win is the podcast where we break down the biggest moves in tech, innovation, leadership, and government contracting. Hosted by Sarah Bertagnolli, this series features exclusive conversations with the people behind groundbreaking advancements, disruptive strategies, and industry-defining wins. From retail to defense, government solutions to emerging tech… this is where insight meets impact. If you’re building, leading, or just trying to stay ahead, it’s time to go Behind the Win.

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Episodes

LSI Veteran Initiatives

Friday Mar 25, 2022

Friday Mar 25, 2022

In this episode:Tom and Bob's impressive background and their ties to Sean and LSI, their cybersecurity related work for Fort Carson, and how LSI is working with the Department of Defense on solving the military spouse unemployment rate. Then, the holistic approach to helping transitioning veterans, why Fort Carson is the ideal testing ground for these initiatives, the current reality of military spouses and why they can't find employment, and the timeframe for these important military spouse and veteran initiatives.  Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more exciting updates! A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors!Buy tickets for the 2022 One Utah Summit.  Want to rub shoulders with Utah's state elected officials, business owners and leaders, and company executives? Join us at the @OneUtahSummit on May 10, 2022 at the Grand America Hotel! Tickets and sponsorship packages at OneUtahSummit.com.
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Game of Work III

Monday Mar 21, 2022

Monday Mar 21, 2022

In this episode: Increasing your Mean Days Between Sales (MDBS), defining what successful metrics are for large organizations, increasing win rates, and defining what a "win" looks like within the organization. Then, the San Juan Hospital case study, bringing in the Game of Work into business development, LSI's economic development work, and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law command centers being set up across the country. Buy Chuck's book!Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more exciting updates! A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors!Buy tickets for the 2022 One Utah Summit.  Want to rub shoulders with Utah's state elected officials, business owners and leaders, and company executives? Join us at the @OneUtahSummit on May 10, 2022 at the Grand America Hotel! Tickets and sponsorship packages at OneUtahSummit.com.
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Friday Mar 18, 2022

In this episode:Kristen's professional and personal background, finding the right path, and building successful organizational strategies. Then, removing barriers, defining innovation within boundaries, Kristen's greatest accomplishments, and her exciting plans moving forward. Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more exciting updates.Buy Kristen's book! Thank You To Our Sponsors!Buy tickets for the 2022 One Utah Summit. Once tickets are gone, they're gone! Get your tickets TODAY before they go up in price on April 15. 
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Ruling the Empire

Monday Mar 14, 2022

Monday Mar 14, 2022

In this episode:How Kori Ann got her start at LSI and the various roles she played, the contracts that Sean and Kori Ann won together, and the career-defining economic development strategies that Kori Ann created. Then, transforming LSI into an economic development and social impact leader, how Kori Ann developed complex cluster development projects, her legislative superpowers, and her thoughts on LSI's 50th anniversary. If you are in charge of economic development, social impact, or job creation in your organization, connect with us today! Reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com!Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more exciting updates.Buy tickets for the 2022 One Utah Summit. Once tickets are gone, they're gone! Get your tickets TODAY before they go up in price on April 15.
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Friday Mar 04, 2022

In this episode:The original three purposes of TANF (temporary assistance for needy families) and previous program hangups, LSI's successful performance with the Veteran Initiative and how it prepared our team to take on TANF, and the creative strategies our team used to create a successful program. Then, Health and Human Services' and the Department of Labor's reactions, how the TANF funding is being spent, and how LSI has helped other organizations and states successfully use their TANF funding.   If you are a federal, state, or municipal entity and you have an interest in workforce development; if you are a community that has a high population with TANF eligible individuals - CONTACT US! We have incredible strategies to transform disenfranchised populations into communities with longterm economic prosperity.  Email us today at social@lsiwins.com to get started.Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates.
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Congressman Chris Stewart

Monday Feb 28, 2022

Monday Feb 28, 2022

In this episode:Rep. Stewart's background and how he became involved in politics, his experiences on the Intelligence Committee and Appropriations Committee,  and his thoughts on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL/IIJA). Then, what a potential conflict with Russia and China might entail, how Rep. Stewart makes time for writing, and an explanation behind his newest book, "The Final Fight For Freedom, How to Save Our Country From Chaos and War." If you are a municipality, state, or federal entity, or you oversee economic development work, let us know what your priorities are and how we can help you capture the BIL funding by reaching out to social@lsiwin.com. We would love to be involved in your wins!Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more critical updates!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Congresman Blake Moore

Tuesday Feb 22, 2022

Tuesday Feb 22, 2022

In this episode:Rep. Moore's background and early life experiences with politics, the January 6th attacks, the surprising relationship (or lack thereof) between the House and Senate, and the Saline Lakes Bill. Then, how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will impact Utah and other US states, the focus and appropriations happening within the Department of Defense, GPSD and BRAC, and how Rep. Moore is making his mark on history. If you have an interest in capturing work with the US federal government, especially the Department of Defense, or if you are interested in growing installations in your community, or if you are a government entity looking to capture IHA funding, please reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com. We can help establish command centers and build strategies around installations and other IHA funding. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates.
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Friday Feb 18, 2022

In this episode:The on-going name debate (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/Fund),  how members of the House are reacting, and why you should fire your lobbyist and hire LSI to capture this once-in-a-generation funding. Then, introducing the new Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Consortium, the mechanics behind the federal funding, and the types of jobs that the BIL will create.  LSI is your one-stop-shop for all things BIL. We can help your team develop your capture strategy, improve relationships with key decision makers, create the appropriate bandwidth for BIL RFPs, and ensure successful wins. Time is of the essence - reach out to our team to get started today at social@lsiwins.com.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more updates!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Monday Feb 14, 2022

In this episode:Alex's time as the Army Secretariat in the Pentagon and the decisions that came during COVID, determining fence lines, vision and strategy for modernizing installations, and the concept of the modern soldier. Then, an inside look into Space Command, enhanced use lease possibilities, opportunities regarding environmental remediation and resiliency, and memories of 9/11.  If your team needs help getting into the DOD or an installation, our team can help. If your team wants to modernize your installations or build an enhanced use lease, contact us today at social@lsiwins.com.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

All About BRAC

Monday Feb 07, 2022

Monday Feb 07, 2022

In this episode: Steve's experience working for Congress and the valuable lessons he's had during his career, the '93 BRAC, reorganization of the Department of Defense, and LSI's pre- and post-BRAC work. Then, the 2005 BRAC and the community strategies surrounding it, identifying community funding, and Steve's Big Hat award.  If your team needs assistance developing community strategies or funding, or wants to get inside of military or DOD installations, please reach out to our team at social@lsiwins.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

2025 Behind the Win

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