Spilling the Tea with Teresa Moon: Leadership, Liberal Arts, and the Heart of GovCon

In this episode of #GovCom Unfiltered, host Alexa Tsui sits down with Teresa Moon, Director of Market Strategy at Parabilis and host of the Spilling the Tea on GovCon podcast. Teresa shares her dynamic journey into the federal contracting space, from early career lessons to leading strategy and community engagement for one of the most trusted financial partners in GovCon.

With her signature energy and candor, Teresa dives into what makes government contracting both rewarding and complex, the value of mentorship, and why relationships are at the heart of her success. Plus, she opens up about her passion for empowering others in the GovCon ecosystem, balancing competition with collaboration, and how her liberal arts background has been a superpower in the world of tech and strategy.

This episode is packed with real talk, valuable insights, and inspiration for anyone navigating the world of federal business.

Episode Highlights:
Strategic leadership & market development in GovCon
Building a supportive ecosystem for government contractors
How mentorship shapes careers and confidence
Balancing the business side of contracting with mission-driven goals

Timestamps:
 00:00 – Introduction and Guest Intro
 01:34 – Teresa's Career Journey
 04:53 – Lessons in Leadership
 09:17 – Mentorship Impact
 14:47 – The Role of Liberal Arts in Tech
 16:36 – Education & Career Pathways
 21:13 – Misconceptions in Government Contracting
 24:23 – Business Complexity in GovCon
 27:03 – Building Real Connections
 32:26 – Collaboration vs. Competition
 36:07 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next

Tune in now and get inspired by one of GovCon’s most passionate voices!
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