Parabilis Presents: Spilling the Tea on GovCon

About Parabilis Presents: Spilling the Tea on GovCon

Real conversations with the people shaping the federal marketplace. Join Teresa Moon of Parabilis as she sits down with GovCon experts, innovators, and leaders to share lessons learned, personal stories, and practical advice for growing your business with confidence. With a warm, engaging style and a knack for asking the questions everyone’s thinking, Teresa turns every conversation into an opportunity to learn, connect, and level up your GovCon journey. Tune in, get inspired, and take your next step toward success, one episode at a time.

Publisher

Teresa Moon

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Jan 2022

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

102 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   The CMMC Ecosystem: A Team Effort for the DIB

   In this episode of Spilling the Tea on GovCon, Teresa sit down with Jody Stoehr, SVP of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystems at ISI, for a candid conversation about cybersecurity, defense compliance, and what government contractors need to know about the evolving CMMC landscape. Jody shares her journey into defense compliance and breaks down the difference between CMMC and NIST 800-171, the history behind the mandate, the financial and legal consequences of noncompliance, and what the current CMMC timeline means for small businesses. They explore why waiting to address cybersecurity can be a costly mistake, the risks associated with self-attestation, and the growing importance of continuous compliance. Jody explains how MSPs, vCISOs, assessors, and other ecosystem partners can help contractors navigate the process, while also addressing common misconceptions about assessor availability and business readiness. She shares potential approaches to funding compliance, explains why major defense primes aren't waiting to prepare, and challenges business owners to move beyond simply being functional operators toward becoming capable, compliant, and resilient business leaders. If you're a current or aspiring defense contractor, this episode offers practical insight into protecting your business, positioning for growth, and staying ready for what's next. Timestamps 02:13 - Jody's Journey to Defense Compliance & CMMC 03:34 - ISI's Role: Managing Clearances (FCLs/PCLs) and FSO Services 05:59 - Demystifying CMMC vs. NIST 800-171 06:27 - History of the Mandate & $55M in False Claims Act Fines 11:31 - The CMMC Phase 2 Pause: What Small Businesses Need to Know 14:14 - Why Cybersecurity Isn't Going Away (and Why Waiting is Dangerous) 18:00 - Personal Owner Liability & The Real Risk of Self-Attestation 19:25 - Navigating the Ecosystem: MSPs, V-CISOs, and Continuous Compliance 23:41 - Busting the Myth: Assessor Shortages vs. Client Readiness 27:25 - Funding Compliance: Grants, Tax Credits, and TABA Funds 29:35 - Why Large Primes (Lockheed, Boeing, Northrop) Aren't Waiting 34:00 - Moving from "Functional Operator" to Capable Business Owner 35:40 - Staying Vigilant: Final Takeaways & Connecting with ISI Connect with Jody Stoehr on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jodystoehr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodystoehr/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B8fl%2BDy%2FsQ7S4F1nHc3%2BToA%3D%3D) Visit the ISI Website: https://isidefense.com/

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   From Monopoly to RISK: The New Game in GovCom

   In this episode of Spilling the Tea on GovCon, friend of the show, Alexa Tsui, CEO of FORUM, joins Teresa for a candid conversation about building relationships, understanding the market, and challenging the way businesses approach government contracting. Alexa shares her unconventional journey from teacher to GovCom leader, including how her background as an English major became an unexpected advantage in an industry where communication, storytelling, and understanding people can be just as important as technical expertise. Alexa breaks down what FORUM really does, why GovCom matters, and why strong relationships should come before transactions. We explore the changing landscape for small businesses, the impact of LLM-driven market intelligence, sales and branding alignment, breaking down internal silos, and what it means to compete with Silicon Valley. Alexa also offers a reality check on CMMC, FedRAMP, FAR changes, and the shift toward commercial approaches in government, while sharing her vision for a GovCom roadshow focused on bringing businesses and communities together. From supporting entrepreneurs through personal challenges to building stronger connections across the GovCon ecosystem, Alexa reminds us that business is ultimately about people. Tune in for practical insights, fresh perspectives, and a challenge to start building better relationships and a better business today. 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:40 Meet Alexa Tsui 02:52 From Teacher to GovCon 04:59 English Majors Advantage 06:43 What Forum Really Does 10:02 Why GovCom Matters 11:27 Community and Cancer Support 11:57 Relationships Over Transactions 15:15 Industry Shifts and Small Biz 16:17 LLM Driven Market Intel 16:36 Rebrand And Align Sales 17:27 Breaking Down Silos 18:39 Monopoly To Risk Shift 20:03 Competing With Silicon Valley 21:12 CMMC FedRAMP Reality Check 22:51 FAR Changes And Commercial 24:47 Cut C Suite Fund Branding 24:53 GovCom Roadshow Vision2 5:51 Cities And Community Building 29:08 How To Start Today 30:15 Closing And Roadshow Invite Connect with Alexa Tsui on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alexatsui (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexatsui/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B9pBDpqZ3Rm6M3dcFoFNJog%3D%3D) Visit the FORUM website: govforum.io (https://www.linkedin.com/safety/go/?url=govforum.io&urlhash=B19Y&mt=Eo-0FHf3x7D8QEdb74PIFneNUe3aGgYah9r-r9MQY7gd0E4MGro2En7VnO_kZIk03zBspQcM-Bxbp39l_Tqb_6ghCMQ&isSdui=true&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B9pBDpqZ3Rm6M3dcFoFNJog%3D%3D)

3. 

   3 Sept 2026

   We've Come a Long Way, Baby!

   We're celebrating 100 episodes of Spilling the Tea on GovCon, and Teresa is pulling back the curtain and highlighting the people powering the Parabilis machine! For episode 100, Teresa brings the entire Parabilis team to the mic live and in-person for the first time in the show's history. CEO Evan Henris, President Adam Shapiro, and CFO Khoa Vu open with where the company has been and where it's going. Then listeners get to meet the teams clients work with every day (Sales, HR, Investor Relations, Underwriting, Credit, Funding, and Relationship Management), with each taking the mic to share how they contribute to the Parabilis "Dream Team". 100 episodes in, endless possibilities to go! Learn more about Parabilis: https://parabilis.com/ (https://parabilis.com/) | info@parabilis.com | https://www.linkedin.com/company/parabilis/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/parabilis/) 00:00 Celebrating 100 Episodes of Spilling the Tea 03:03 Leadership Transitions in GovCon 05:54 Building Trust and Transparency 08:52 Growth Strategies for Federal Contractors 11:57 Navigating the Federal Lending Market 15:12 Financial Readiness as a Competitive Advantage 18:00 Closing the Gap in Federal Contracting 20:47 The Future of Parabilis and Client Relationships 31:18 The Importance of Specialization in Business 32:21 Meet the Parabilis Team 37:10 Understanding Underwriting at Parabilis 40:48 The Role of the Credit Team 44:22 Funding Process Explained 47:43 Relationship Management and Client Success 52:08 Celebrating 100 Episodes and Future Directions

Who has been a guest on Parabilis Presents: Spilling the Tea on GovCon

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• Mac Liu
• Noura Bashshur
• Austin Boyd
• Chris Griesedieck

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YouTube views

6,110

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

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Quality

76

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

60

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