219: Walking The Resilient Path: Navigating Federal Contracting Challenges with Roberta Moore

In this episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, we welcome back Roberta Moore, the President and CEO of Amoorer Incorporated. Known for her formidable enterprise and compelling journey, Roberta delves deep into the intricacies of federal contracting, sharing her experiences and the challenges she faced. From her leap into entrepreneurship after leaving a secure federal job to battling legal skirmishes, Roberta's story is a powerful testament to resilience and tenacity. Roberta shares her transition from a secure federal job to starting her own business, detailing the initial challenges and hurdles faced during the early stages of entrepreneurship. She provides a detailed account of the legal battles and darker sides of the business world she encountered, offering insights into how these experiences shaped her both personally and professionally. Throughout the conversation, the critical role of mentorship and strategic networking is highlighted, with Roberta emphasizing how key relationships and mentors provided opportunities and support. Additionally, Roberta discusses her innovative approaches to overcoming financial challenges, such as her strategies for managing payroll and cash flow, which have been vital in sustaining her business operations. She imparts invaluable advice to other entrepreneurs about the importance of perseverance and building genuine relationships. Roberta also emphasizes the necessity of preparing for life after significant business milestones, such as graduating from the 8(a) program. This episode is not just about the successes but also the substantial hardships and lessons that come with navigating the complex terrain of government contracting. Roberta's profound insights and experiences offer both guidance and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. Eric Coffey encourages listeners to check out Roberta's previous interviews in episodes 91 and 89 for more in-depth stories and lessons. This episode is filled with valuable insights and advice for anyone looking to make their mark in the business world. Roberta's journey is a testament to resilience and tenacity, and her story is sure to inspire and motivate. Let’s welcome our returning guest, Roberta Moore.   Website: https://www.amoorer.com/ LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-moore-mba-9560b46  LinkedIn corporate: https://www.linkedin.com/company/amoorer-incorporated  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amoorer/  Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/amoorer_inc/  Twitter handle: Amoorer Inc (@amoorer_inc) / X (twitter.com)

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After the real estate market crashed in 2007 Mr. Coffie launched a successful consulting company helping small business owners earn millions in revenues via federal small business programs. In 2012 he launched Evankoff Construction, a steel erection company building airplane hangars and metal buildings for government agencies around the country. In 2017 Mr. Coffie launched Scorecontracts @ YouTube a channel to help other small businesses achieve their revenue goals using the power of federal contracts. The podcast Govcon Giants is dedicated to showcasing the scalability of growing a business harnessing the power of federal dollars. The marketplace is wide open for all that want to gain a piece. Meet some of the world’s greatest masterminds behind the trillion-dollar behemoth. We interview small firms, large firms, past and current contract officials, government agencies and their representatives all in the name of helping the small business get a leg up in the industry. If you want to participate in this market then you are in the right place.