The conversation begins with an introduction and discussion about the podcast's mission and intent. It then transitions into a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities in the federal space, covering various aspects of government contracting and industry dynamics. The conversation delves into the importance of networking and understanding the federal space when it comes to doing business with the federal government. It emphasizes the challenges and the significance of industry events and networking in the federal space.

Takeaways

• Podcast mission and intent
• Challenges and opportunities in the federal space Networking is crucial
• Understanding the federal space is essential

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Mission
• 22:40 Navigating the Federal Space

Fed up with the talking points. Fired up about what actually works.

Mary Womack and Sara Byrd are launching Fed UP: Where Mission Meets Reality — a podcast breaking down the policy fights, technology bets, and leadership decisions shaping federal health IT and defense innovation.

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