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Tracie Rivers

Business Development and Government Contracting Consultant at Self Employed

With eight years of service in the United States Army and a distinguished career as a federal Contract Specialist, Tracie Rivers brings a mission-driven approach to helping businesses navigate the complexities of government contracting. As a seasoned 1102 contracting professional, she has worked across multiple award types and managed diverse contracts, gaining a deep understanding of what government agencies seek from contractors and how to align business capabilities to meet those needs. Leveraging her background in business development, Tracie supports small companies seeking to strengthen their positioning in the public sector marketplace. She combines technical contracting expertise with strategic business acumen, guiding clients in developing compliant proposals, optimizing performance, and building long-term relationships with government partners. Tracie is FAC-C and DAWIA certified and holds an MBA in Business Administration. Her approach is grounded in resilience, adaptability, and critical thinking, traits refined through both her military experience and her continuous pursuit of professional development through courses and industry conferences. Tracie aims to bridge the gap between government and business, empowering organizations to confidently pursue and manage federal contracts with integrity and precision.

Articles

Cover image for Beyond the 10/10 Rule: How Military Pensions, Disability, and SBP Really Get Divided in Divorce
Military
Beyond the 10/10 Rule: How Military Pensions, Disability, and SBP Really Get Divided in Divorce
<p class="mb-4">Military divorce is not just “regular divorce with uniforms” - it sits at the intersection of federal statute, state family law, and a...
December 28, 2025Read article
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Professional Development and Training
Turning Change into Opportunity: Real-World Success Stories
<p class="mb-4">One compelling story comes from a city manager in Arizona who faced an unexpected economic downturn during a critical infrastructure e...
December 22, 2025Read article
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Work Life Balance
Culture Shift: Why Boundaries, Not Buildings, Define the Modern Workplace
<p class="mb-4">As hybrid schedules become the norm in both private and public sectors, the question shifts from whether flexibility will remain to ho...
December 15, 2025Read article
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Military
Mission Ready, Future Ready: Building Your Civilian Career While Deployed
<p class="mb-4">While deployments can temporarily interrupt domestic routines and long-term plans, they also present a concentrated period of time tha...
December 11, 2025Read article
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Leadership Perspectives
Leading Together: Inside the Cities Turning Collaboration into Collective Impact
<p class="mb-4">A compelling example of effective interagency collaboration can be seen in the city of Louisville, Kentucky. The Louisville Metro Gove...
December 6, 2025Read article
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Military
From Combat Zones to Control Rooms: Leveraging Military Leadership in Civilian Operations
<p class="mb-4">Veterans often emerge from service with extensive leadership experience, honed through responsibility, accountability, and mission-foc...
December 2, 2025Read article
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Professional Development and Training
The ROI of Reskilling: How Training Transforms Workforce Performance
<p class="mb-4">Organizations that strategically align professional development with business goals consistently see improvements in performance metri...
December 1, 2025Read article
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Leadership Perspectives
Diversity-Driven Leadership: How City Hiring Practices Shape Inclusive Governance
<p class="mb-4">One of the most direct ways city leaders demonstrate inclusive leadership is through intentional hiring. Recruiting and retaining a di...
November 29, 2025Read article
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Professional Development and Training
Level Up and Cash In: How Continuous Learning Fuels Freelance Income Growth
<h2 class="mb-4 mt-6">Turning Training into Tangible Growth</h2><p class="mb-4">Freelancers who treat professional development as an investment rather...
November 24, 2025Read article
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Military
The Awkward Moments That Teach Us: Cultural Growth in Military Life
<p class="mb-4">Many military families living overseas experience cultural misunderstandings that, while initially uncomfortable, often become valuabl...
November 11, 2025Read article
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Leadership Perspectives
Lead to Last: Leadership Secrets for Thriving, Resilient City Workforces
<p class="mb-4">A strong city workforce is the foundation of effective government service. Yet, many municipalities struggle to recruit, train, and re...
November 8, 2025Read article
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Leadership Perspectives
Building a Culture of Trust: What Real Leaders Do When It Matters Most
<p class="mb-4">One compelling example of ethical leadership under scrutiny occurred in Bell, California, where a financial scandal exposed city offic...
November 3, 2025Read article
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