From Jordans to Seven Figures: The Power of Networking in Federal Contracting

In this special episode of Govcon Giants, we have Jade Simon, founder and CEO of SimCore Solutions. Jade shares her inspiring journey from being a computer programmer to securing a seven-figure government contract. She reveals how a chance meeting at an NCMA Sneaker Ball and a LinkedIn post led to a successful partnership in the tech space. Jade also discusses the challenges she’s faced as a minority woman in tech and government contracting, emphasizing perseverance and the importance of networking.  Throughout the episode, Jade talks about her transition from working with the Department of Homeland Security to founding her own company. She reflects on how overcoming challenges as a minority woman in tech has been a journey, with mentorship playing a key role in her success. Jade also touches on the importance of modernizing government systems through automation and better technology to improve efficiency and save time. Join Jade and Eric as they explore the power of networking, resilience, and pushing through barriers in the government contracting space.