Heartcast Media

GovCon After Hours

Business EN ↓ 7 episodes

Welcome to GovCon After Hours, where the world of GovCon meets the art of conversation, one drink at a time. Join Dr. Robin Desmore and Ms. Caitlin Ruiz, our seasoned industry experts, as they lead you through relaxed evenings of insights and inspiration. Each episode is an exploration of the stories and experiences of good and successful humans who have thrived in the competitive world of government contracting. But we're not just about business here; we're about connections, cocktails, and real conversations. Every episode features a signature cocktail of the week, tying the theme to a del...

Author

Heartcast Media

Episodes

Grit on the Rocks: Sarcasm, set-asides, and surviving the new era of GovCon 19.02.2026 40:26

In this powerful episode of GovCon After Hours, hosts Dr. Robin Desmore and Caitlin Ruiz sit down with Colonel (Retired) Irene V. Glaeser, CEO of Spahr, an SBA certified SDVOSB and WOSB small business. Irene brings 31 years of military service as a Military Police Officer, federal leadership experience, and hard-won entrepreneurship wisdom to discuss what it really takes to survive and thrive as a...

The GovCon Martini: 1 Part Access, 2 Parts Timing, Served with a Twist of Power 29.09.2025 39:35

Welcome to GovCon After Hours. In this episode, hosts Caitlin Ruiz and Dr. Robin Desmore engage in a meaningful discussion on government contracting. Joining them is Cherylyn Harley LeBon, co-chair of the Government Contracting group at Cohen Seglias, bringing over 25 years of expertise in legal, government, and strategic advisory services for small business contractors. Together, they explore the...

Behind the Bar: Mixing ROI-Driven Investments for GovCon 12.01.2025 46:38

Welcome to another episode of GovCon After Hours! Host Caitlin Ruiz and co-host Robin Desmore explore "Behind the Bar: Mixing ROI-Driven Investments for GovCon." They discuss strategies for maximizing return on investment in government contracting with guest Lisa Shea Mundt, co-founder of The Pulse of GovCon. The episode addresses the financial implications of event participation, effective follow...

AI Happy Hour: Taking Shots at AI in GovCon 07.10.2024 29:54

Welcome to another episode of Govcon! Host Caitlin Ruiz and Dr. Robin Desmore explore AI Discussing compliance, innovation, and the challenging nature of AI in the industry. They touch on executive orders, Responsible AI Toolkits, and Avangard's evolving policies, highlighting AI's impact on processes, biases, and decision-making. From AI-generated resumes to the importance of clean data, human ov...

Stacey Piper Defines Marketing 17.09.2024 34:23

Welcome back to another episode of GovCon, Today, we'll discuss effective marketing techniques for reaching and educating target audiences, especially in new markets. Stacey will emphasize the importance of showcasing your company's capabilities and the necessity of nurturing relationships for ongoing success. We'll also explore pilot programs, thought leadership, and account-based marketing. Plus...

Drinks On Us 05.09.2024 11:58

Welcome to "GovCon After Hours," the podcast where we explore the world of government contracting over drinks. Hosted by Caitlin Ruiz, a GovCon recruiting specialist, and Dr. Robin Desmore, an expert in contracts and compliance, we aim to share real stories and insights in a casual, after-hours style. In this episode, we introduce ourselves and our vision of building a knowledge-sharing community...

Small Business Funding in Government Contract 05.09.2024 34:11

Welcome to the first episode of "GovCon After Hours." I'm Caitlin Ruiz, joined by Dr. Robin Desmore. Our guest today is Teresa Moon, Director of Business Development and Marketing at Parabilis, renowned for her expertise in securing GovCon contracts for cybersecurity firms. This session focuses on Small Business Funding in Government Contracts. Teresa will discuss strategies for securing solid fun...