Insights

As the best pilots know, you never fly solo. Problems are inevitable and plans always change in an instant. It is important to have a seasoned partner, a co-pilot. We are committed to helping navigate challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and solve problems in real time.

At SteerBridge, we show up for the mission by listening first, solving fast, and standing shoulder-to-shoulder with those we serve. Our Veteran-led teams bring real-world insight to complex federal challenges, delivering secure, data-driven solutions that work today and scale for tomorrow.

At SteerBridge, we bring together experienced professionals and purpose-built technology to support complex mission environments. We approach challenges with discipline and intent—focusing on understanding the problem before designing solutions aligned to real operational needs.

Welcome to SteerBridge Insights, where we explore the ideas shaping today’s mission-driven work. In this episode, host Chris Mayfield is joined by Raul Lianez to discuss how project execution and talent management intersect with one of the most important challenges facing organizations today: supporting Veterans as they transition from service to civilian careers.

Host Chris Mayfield is joined by Joe Williams, who brings deep experience across these domains to discuss how organizations can design systems, manage data effectively, and make informed decisions in increasingly complex environments. The conversation focuses on why these capabilities matter—not as trends, but as foundational elements for operational performance and long-term success.

Drawing on experience across military and commercial sectors, Devin explains how organizations can mature their data—from raw inputs to decision-ready insight—through approaches like Medallion Architecture. The discussion also addresses the realities of implementing AI responsibly, balancing innovation with governance, and designing systems that support long-term operational effectiveness. Together, they highlight how disciplined data strategy and technology integration are critical to staying competitive in an increasingly complex landscape.

The conversation explores how AI and data-driven approaches are improving opportunity identification, proposal strategy, and decision-making. Drawing on SteerBridge’s internal practices, Dr. Sedlock outlines how organizations can align past performance with future pursuits, apply disciplined bidding strategies, and adapt to an increasingly competitive landscape. The discussion reinforces the importance of integrating technology with experience and judgment to drive sustainable growth.

Meet Brittany Faucette, MBA, PRC, CASR, Corporate Recruiter, who keeps our hiring engine moving so projects launch on time and our customers never miss a beat. “Every great delivery starts with the right people, at the right time.”

Meet Dayan Ibrar, Data Engineer at SteerBridge supporting a next-generation medical disability claims initiative currently operating in a secure, closed pilot environment.

Our aviation expertise isn’t just professional, it’s personal. From the MV-22 Osprey to the F-35B Lightning II, our team includes decorated Marine Corps pilots, aviation maintenance professionals, logisticians, and subject matter experts who bring decades of operational leadership to every mission.

SteerBridge CEO, Rob Schroder appeared before the House Subcommittee on Contracting and Infrastructure to discuss the importance of small businesses in federal procurement and how Congress can help to ensure government agencies are fully engaging and utilizing these vital partners.

This week's guest, SteerBridge Founder Robert Schroder shares how his military career, a job at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and even two weeks spent at Mississippi American Legion Boys State helped lead him to create a company that pairs the talents of veterans and military spouses with cutting-edge technology and connects them to federal government and corporate clients.

Retired Lt Colonel Rob Schroder has gone from flying Harrier jets in combat to founding the hi-tech solutions company, SteerBridge. Their work supports everything from projects that modernize VA systems to designing data driven solutions for our nation’s defense and other major clients.

Meet Rob, a seasoned leader with a rich background spanning over 25 years across military and private sectors. His journey began as a Marine Corps Harrier pilot, and today, as the founder of SteerBridge, he leverages his extensive leadership experience to elevate Veterans within the private sector by integrating their expertise into federal projects. Rob seamlessly merges his operational, congressional, and acquisition skills honed in the Marines with his managerial triumphs at the US Chamber of Commerce, ensuring SteerBridge delivers impactful outcomes for its clients.

In this episode, Paul Lawrence continues the conversation with Bill Gray from SteerBridge to explore the profound and lasting impact of military service on Veterans' careers.

SSPC—a joint venture between SteerBridge and Procon Consulting—combines Veteran culture with cutting-edge construction management techniques to deliver critical infrastructure where it matters most. Explore our capabilities and impact: sspccfm.com

Hear how Charles evolved from a reluctant Air Force recruit to a transformational leader at the VA, and now, a mission-driven partner at SteerBridge.

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re proud to celebrate a year of incredible achievements. SteerBridge is now more than 150 employees, supporting 21 active contracts across 32 states and 2 countries, marking a global milestone for SteerBridge. We strengthened our commitment to empowering Veterans and military spouses through partnerships with Hiring Our Heroes, achieving a 100% hiring rate, and new collaborations with the DoD-SkillBridge, The Honor Foundation, and Military Spouse Employment Partnership--MSEP. We also continued our financial support of Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation and their mission to educate the children of Marines.

At SteerBridge, growth isn’t measured by titles—it’s measured by impact. Our teams tackle real problems across federal missions, from AI-powered readiness systems to data platforms that support national security and Veteran services.