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#GOVCOM: It's a Vibe
For the people who live and breathe GovCon, #GovCom: It’s a Vibe brings you the conversations shaping the future of government contracting.
Hosted by Alexa Tsui, this podcast explores the real challenges, opportunities, and trends impacting the federal marketplace—from business growth and leadership to technology, innovation, and industry transformation.
Each episode features candid conversations with government and industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who share their experiences, lessons learned, and perspectives on navigating the evolving GovCon landscape.
Whether you’re building a company, leading a team, supporting missions, or simply passionate about the industry, #GovCom: It’s a Vibe delivers the insights, connections, and conversations that keep the GovCon community moving forward.
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#GOVCOM: It's a Vibe
Tech Transitions & Taking Charge: Indira Rice Donegan's Playbook for Career Growth
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From commanding signal battalions in combat zones to advising on billion-dollar federal tech strategies, Indira Rice Donegan has built a career rooted in service, strategy, and entrepreneurship. Now the founder and CEO of RIDO Technology Consulting, Indira joins us to share her journey from Army Signal Officer to GovCon entrepreneur, and the mission that continues to drive her work.
Indira brings over 20 years of military and federal experience to the table, with a track record spanning cyber strategy, enterprise IT modernization, and leadership in billion-dollar public sector technology programs. She shares her powerful insights on building a business with purpose, leading with conviction, and navigating the GovCon landscape with boldness and grace.
Discover:
- The pivotal moments that defined Indira’s leadership style—from commanding tactical units to shaping multi-billion-dollar federal tech portfolios
- Her powerful transition from military service to founding RIDO Technology Consulting—and the mission that continues to drive her work
- What it takes to lead as a woman, veteran, and entrepreneur in a competitive GovCon market
- Her strategies for growing a business through courage, cold calls, and conviction
- Practical advice for veterans making the leap into government contracting and entrepreneurship
- The best (and worst) career advice she’s received—and how it continues to influence her journey
- Her take on mentorship, faith, and the values that anchor her personal and professional life
- A candid look at balancing leadership, business, family, and service—with purpose as her north star
For veterans, industry leaders, and GovCon professionals, this episode offers rich insights into leadership, growth, and resilience in the face of challenge. Tune in as Indira shares her inspiring story, hard-won lessons, and vision for empowering the next generation of federal tech leaders.
Connect with FORUM
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Connect with the Host
🎙️ Alexa Tsui: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexatsui
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