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
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
In this episode:The story of LSI's work with Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native based corporation, and how the LSI business development strategy transformed the corporation, revenue streams, internal team, and local community. Today, ASRC is a prominent name in every DoD and FedCiv location and is actively working towards becoming a $5 billion corporation. Our experiences with the ASRC is the genesis behind our economic development and social impact work. If your team or organization has an interest in this type of business development, developing jobs and economic prosperity in your community, or you have responsibility for revenue for a government entity or social impact organization, please contact us and we can give you guidance on winning new business, increasing jobs, and creating long-term economic prosperity. Email us at social@lsiwins.com and we'll get back to you quickly!Find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn today!
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Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
In this re-release episode:How Sean and Stasia met, Stasia's varied and interesting background, and what the Alexander Technique is. Then, some exercises in the Alexander Technique and how to apply techniques in your every day life.
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Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
In this re-release episode:Cedric's upbringing and some of the impactful experiences he had while in high school, the relationship between eastern Arkansas and Memphis, and some of the socioeconomic and geographic challenges that the Delta region experiences. Then, traditional higher education versus apprenticeships and certifications, building trust with students and communities, reducing intergenerational poverty, and how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law can drastically improve and uplift the Delta region. Want to learn more about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, ending poverty and creating jobs, or workforce development? Reach out to us today at social@lsiwins.com or lsiwins.com!Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!
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Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
In this re-release episode:Sean discusses his personal history with the company, different projects the LSI teams have worked on over the years, key business lessons he has learned, and the future of LSI. 50 EPISODES!! Thanks for following along so far - and we hope you keep tuning in! We have more great content coming your way in the following weeks! Let us know if you have any questions or comments and reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com.Follow along on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook!
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Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
In this re-release 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, Twitter and lsiwins.com for more updates
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Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
In this re-release, Desari Read and her team submitted a $100 million grant to the Department of Energy to ensure a safe and reliable supply of U.S. made batteries, including appropriate storage, liabilities, production methods, manufacturing, and creating a substantive supply chain. In this episode, Desari takes us through the grant writing process, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding and how it affects grants, and what the future of grant writing might look like. Let’s dive in! Have questions about this episode or want to reach our team? Find us at LSIWINS.com or social@lsiwins.com today!Connect with the LSI team on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook!
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Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
In this episode: John's professional background and how he got involved with DOCA, the surprising founder behind DOCA and his mission for the organization, and the fears behind Congress losing touch with national security. Then, how you (yes, you!) can get involved with DOCA, current projects, and the importance of the defense fund.Learn more about DOCA at DOCA.org Connect with the LSI team on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or visit us at LSIWINS.com today!
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Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
In this episode:An introduction to Robert's career and prominent life moments, impact on the US Space Force, and how he mentored Sean back in the day. Then, Bob's career milestones, growing up with Robert, and what he's looking forward to in the future. Connect with LSI on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or visit us at LSIWINS.com today!
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Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
In this episode: Marcia's professional background and how she got involved in family offices, what a family office is and how it operates, how the private equity landscape has changed over the last 50 years, and what it means to put family names on buildings. Then, the interesting dynamics of working in a family office, the importance of giving back, and the convergence of philanthropy and technology in finance. Stay up to date with LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or reach us at LSIWINS.com!
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Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
In this episode: The life-changing trip that Sean and his son took to Africa in 2021, the preparation and chaos before the trip, the Kenyan student Sean is sponsoring, and the impact that the trip has had on him.Learn more about the AmericaShare program.Learn more about Micato Safaris. Connect with LSI on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or visit us at lsiwins.com
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