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

Friday Mar 04, 2022
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.
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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!
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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.
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Friday Feb 18, 2022
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!
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
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!
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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!
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Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
In this episode:The history behind LSI's program execution work, notable proposals from the past several years, and a couple stories that demonstrate our program execution processes. Then, the rules mandated by the federal government on how a company does business with the federal government, the relationships LSI has within federal installations, and how LSI will make sure your team WINS! If you need help getting inside federal installations, want assistance capturing federal funding, or need assistance building winning proposals, reach out to us today at social@lsiwins.comFollow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!

Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
In this episode:Strategy work with Lockheed Martin and LSI, business development policies that lead to exponential growth, what full spectrum leadership entails, and preparing your team and clients for capture projects. Then, advice for young business development professionals, capture management lifecycles, and the strategic initiatives matrix. Does your team need help building a strategic plan for the next 10 years? Do you want to start capturing federal funding, especially from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)? Does your organization need business development assistance? Reach out to us today at social@lsiwins.com.Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
In this episode:The origins of capture within LSI and the business development sector, win rates, and how LSI helps our clients understand their customer needs. Then, how LSI has developed relationships with key decision makers around the world, building opportunity pipelines, and the difference between capture and proposal managers. Do you need capture assistance? Do you need help gaining access to the IIJA funding? Want to improve your win rates? Reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com to start winning today.Find 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!

Friday Jan 14, 2022
Friday Jan 14, 2022
In this episode:The importance of building an effective stimulus command center NOW, how to gain access to more funding, designating appropriate space and locations for command centers, and effectively collaborating with your command team. Then, airport terminal opportunity strategies, how the various federal agencies will work with state and municipal entities, and strategy for winning competitive grants.**If your team or organization need assistance with writing grants, proposals, or responses to RFPs, contact us at social@lsiwins.com. If you need help with policy, analysis, strategy, or building a command center, we can help you win! Reach out to us at social@lsiwins.com to get started.Find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!
Connect with the LSI team by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or by finding us at LSIWINS.com!