Golden Bridge Strategies

In the latest episode of Together at the Top, Nick sits down with Jennifer Saha, Founder and CEO of Golden Bridge Strategies, to discuss her journey in building a consulting firm that helps top technology companies navigate state and local government contracts. From leading high-performing teams to embracing the future of government technology, Jennifer shares invaluable insights for leaders in today’s fast-paced world. Episode Highlights: Scaling a consulting firm with purpose and aligning team efforts for long-term success. Building diverse, high-performing teams while fostering inclusion in tech and government. Mastering the nuances of government contracting and navigating technological transformation. Balancing work-life priorities and managing stress while leading with authenticity. Leadership Insights: Jennifer emphasizes the importance of trust and collaboration, saying, “Leadership is about trusting your team and loosening the reins to let them shine.” Her focus on aligning her team with a shared vision and valuing timeliness as a marker of professionalism are cornerstones of her leadership philosophy. Valuable Takeaways: Jennifer highlights the need for continuous personal and professional growth in a rapidly evolving landscape. “Unreasonable confidence is about owning your experience and translating it into value—even if it doesn’t fit perfectly into the box.” She also advocates for embracing AI and other innovations, noting, “AI is going to change everything. Government today won’t look the same in ten years.” Driving Long-Term Value: For Jennifer, client success is paramount: “Bad business might pay the bills, but it’s not sustainable long term.” Her candid advice underscores the importance of building trust, prioritizing clear communication, and fostering meaningful relationships to drive sustainable success. #Leadership #GovTech #GovernmentContracts #AIInnovation #TeamBuilding #ClientSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #DiversityAndInclusion #ProfessionalGrowth #FutureOfGovernmentTech

California is leading the way with a comprehensive structure for vetting AI solutions used by the state. While excessive regulation could stifle innovation, the right frameworks will build vital public trust as AI becomes more widespread. Check out the full episode with Jennifer Saha, CEO of Golden Bridge Strategies & former governor’s appointee in California, to learn how government agencies can confidently embrace an AI-enabled future: https://juni.pr/4hS9YQe

This isn't a political statement; it's an insight into government-business dynamics. Changes in leadership inevitably affect the businesses that interact with them, no matter how you voted. So, what does a new President mean for the tech sector? I found this article to be a solid reflection of my predictions, and here’s what I foresee: - New FTC leadership that may ease up on antitrust regulations and monopoly scrutiny. - Anticipated guidelines for cryptocurrency, leading to a boom in crypto markets. - Updates to Biden's executive order on AI, paving the way for increased AI integration in government operations - Keep an eye on potential shifts in Chinese manufacturing and tariffs, as many of these initiatives will require intricate negotiations in Congress, which can take time. - Now is a great time to recruit some government experienced professionals to come and work for your company! https://lnkd.in/eXgEYHez

In my quest to explore new experiences, I joined the Capitol Network’s golf tournament committee and survived my first event! The tournament was a sold-out success, with proceeds benefitting Girls Inc. I had an amazing time with the CN team and all the guests! Golden Bridge Strategies is a proud sponsor of Capitol Network!

We look forward to connecting with leaders and industry partners at the California Government Innovation Summit on August 20! Our WWT team, Chuck Blaskoski and Gene Nieri, is ready to discuss how we can support your #AI and #cybersecurity goals. Thank you, Cisco, for your support as exhibitor sponsors! https://ms.spr.ly/6049lqZ4V #govtech #stateandlocal #govtechlive

GenAI UPDATE! If you sell to the State of CA, you're going to want to get SUPER familiar with this new form, the STD 1000. It will be required on every single purchase, IT or otherwise. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/g44YTqDx #GenAI #procurement #StateofCA #GovTech

?? We are delighted to welcome Jennifer Saha to the CivStart Mentor Network! ?? Jen brings a wealth of expertise in government and technology to her firm and the CivStart ecosystem, and we are excited to have her guide our startups towards achieving their goals. Welcome, Jen! Your insights and experience will be invaluable to our cohort. #CivStart #GovTech #Mentorship #Innovation ____________________________________ Anthony Jamison, Sarah Nicoll, Nick Lyell, Jessica Pasión, MBA

Fantastic to spend some time talking A&N modernization with Liana Bailey-Crimmins, Monica Hernández & Brian Wong from the California State Government yesterday. Mary Lalouch, Philip Cullens and I loved hearing about the work you’re doing to transform the citizen experience. It’s incredible what can be achieved when data is truly put to work for social good. Thanks so much for taking the time!