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.
Episodes

Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
In this episode:Defining Justice 40 and how it impacts BIL projects, the new timeline of the NOFOs and RFPs, and how command centers are vital to win BIL funding. Then, the impact of midterm elections, how communities can be prepared for RFPs to drop, the CHIPS act, and how the tribal nations can leverage the BIL funding. Want more updates on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law? Need help preparing your proposal bids? Reach out to us at contact@lsiwins.com for more information.Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for more information.
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Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
In this episode:The F-16 TCG conference, history of F-16 and F-35 jets, supply chain issues and problems surrounding the fighter jet industry, LSI's SCM experience and knowledge, and how LSI has developed our supply chain and logistics team. Want to learn more about our logistics and supply chain management expertise? Please reach out to us today at social@lsiwins.com!Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates.
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Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
In this episode:Lauren discusses her experiences in producing the podcast so far, creating an engaging podcast and the strategies she created to achieve that, and her beliefs on creating authenticity. Then, her recent move to Washington DC, new perspectives, Lauren's strategy for the podcast, and her advice for listeners of the podcast. Want to connect with Lauren or Sean? Want to learn more about the LSI team? Reach out to us TODAY! Email social@lsiwins.com to get started!Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more updates. (Also - Lauren neglected to shout out some other key family members who listen to this podcast, so... Hi Dad! Ethan! Braden!)
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Monday Sep 19, 2022
Monday Sep 19, 2022
In this episode:Sean's experience with being a husband and father while running a company, how he has learned to balance work and family, and things he would do differently if he had the chance to go back and do it all over again. Then, how Sean envisions the next 20 years at LSI, his professional goals, and some book recommendations. Thanks for tuning in this week! If you have any follow up questions for Sean or want to learn more about some of the topics in this episode, please reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com. We'd love to hear from you!Connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more LSI updates!@lsiwins #lsiwins
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Monday Sep 12, 2022
Monday Sep 12, 2022
In this 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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Tuesday Aug 23, 2022
Tuesday Aug 23, 2022
In this episode:Pete's professional background and career, his acting background and work with Hale Center Theatre, and the economic changes in the state of Utah. Then, his experiences on the Utah COVID-19 Response Team, the communications plan he instituted for marketing the state of Utah, Utah business incentives, and his thoughts on the One Utah Summit. If you have any follow up questions after listening to this podcast, please reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com. Follow along on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates.
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Monday Aug 15, 2022
Monday Aug 15, 2022
In this episode:Amanda's storied career and the valuable experiences she's had, her work with the Larry H. Miller Company, and what her crisis communications plan was when Rudy Gobert of the Utah Jazz basketball team contracted COVID-19. Then, her philanthropic work to end period poverty and teenage homelessness, and how she wants to create economic prosperity across Utah. We want to hear from you! Send any questions or comments to social@lsiwins.com.Connect with LSI on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!
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Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
In this 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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Tuesday Jul 26, 2022
Tuesday Jul 26, 2022
Two weeks ago, 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 Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
In this episode: Todd's law career and how he got involved in politics, the various legislative committees Todd's served on, and the unusual technique that Todd employed to successfully win a Senate seat. Then, the policies Todd is most proud of, some of the bills he wrote this year, and the work he still needs to accomplish. Want to get in touch with LSI about our work with the local and federal government? Need change within your community? Reach out to us today at social@lsiwins.com!Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates!
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