In this episode of Winners Win, Melanie Patterson shares her journey from ER trauma nurse and nurse practitioner to full-time entrepreneur and government contractor. She breaks down how she transitioned into transportation and logistics, built Integrity Global Logistics, and discovered the power of government contracts as a source of steady, long-term revenue. Melanie also discusses the challenges of scaling a business, including managing payroll on large projects, vetting subcontractors, building a reliable network, and operating with the intention to scale or eventually exit. The conversation also explores business acquisitions, past performance, 8(a) and DBE certifications, changing government policies, and the massive opportunities emerging as business owners retire and a new generation of entrepreneurs steps in.

In this episode, Kevin Jennings sits down with Geoff Cole for a candid conversation about what it really takes to survive, scale, and succeed in Government Contracting.Geoff shares his journey in the GovCon space since 2015, including the highs and lows of managing government contracts while running other businesses, losing contracts, dealing with lawsuits, and learning the importance of having the right legal and operational foundation.The conversation goes beyond simply winning contracts. It's about becoming a reliable solution to government needs—and executing once you get the opportunity.In this episode:💰 Why making money in Government Contracting isn't the hardest part📉 What can happen when contract performance falls short⚠️ The risks that can come with scaling too quickly🏛️ The truth about the 8(a) Business Development Program💳 Why lines of credit and bonding capacity matter🎯 How to identify simpler contract opportunities📊 Why some "easy" contracts can come with razor-thin margins⚙️ The two hardest parts of GovCon: finding the right contract and executing it🚀 Geoff's vision for building an "Expedia for government contracts"🧠 The lessons he's learned from years in the industryGovernment contracting can create incredible opportunities—but success isn't just about getting the award.You have to know how to find the right opportunity, execute the work, protect your business, and build something sustainable.🎙️ Subscribe for more real conversations about Government Contracting, entrepreneurship, business growth, and what it actually takes to win.#GovernmentContracting #GovCon #GeoffCole #KevinJennings #FederalContracts #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness

In this episode, we sit down with Crypto Cory, an entrepreneur and financial literacy educator who went from growing up in Houston's Fifth Ward to becoming a trusted voice in cryptocurrency and blockchain education.Everything changed when he watched a mentor build real financial success. That pushed him to take financial literacy seriously, and by 2016 he was deep into cryptocurrency — eventually dedicating himself to mastering blockchain and decentralized finance.In this video, you'll learn:✅ Cory's journey from the Fifth Ward to financial education and crypto investing✅ Why network marketing became an unexpected turning point in his career✅ The safest, U.S.-regulated platforms to start investing in crypto (Coinbase, Crypto.com, Kraken)✅ How to research crypto projects properly using CoinTelegraph, CoinMarketCap, and CoinGecko✅ Why corporate partnerships can be a sign of a legitimate project✅ How to build a balanced portfolio with utility coins, AI-related projects, and diversification✅ Why greed and meme coins are some of the biggest risks for new investorsThis is both a personal story of resilience and a practical guide for anyone looking to get started in crypto the right way.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories and practical financial education from entrepreneurs who've built real wealth.#CryptoCory #Cryptocurrency #FinancialLiteracy