The need to modernize and secure public sector data has never been greater. Ransomware attacks have surged over 150% since 2022, and nearly 80% of Americans are dissatisfied with government digital services. And yet, public sector technology projects routinely run 6 to 12 months late and 25% over budget. The average cost of a single lead in the public sector is 2.4 to 3.1 times higher than in the private sector, sales cycles are twice as long, and CFOs are over-forecasting pipelines by 10 to 15% each quarter. These inefficiencies drive prices up by 20 to 30%, and taxpayers are footing the bill. Only the grifters are winning. Enough is enough. The American taxpayer should be treated like a customer, not an afterthought. Changing the status quo won’t be easy. But sunlight is the greatest disinfectant, and we plan to shine a lot of light. Welcome to Ever to Conquer: The Relentless Pursuit of Public Sector Innovation–an unfiltered…(ish) podcast that pulls back the curtains on all aspects of public sector technology to give you an authentic look at how it all works. From the legislative to the executive and industry to agencies, we will explore how to overcome obstacles and accelerate your success. Your host, Jamie Grant, is a recovering lawyer, retired and reformed state legislator, former CIO for the State of Florida, and has co-founded several technology companies. With 15 years on the frontlines of public sector technology, he’s navigated every side, hit the landmines, and learned the hard lessons so you don’t have to. In each episode, Jamie engages with leaders to expose incentive structures throughout the ecosystem, unlock strategies that drive progress, introduce the art of the possible, and create real breakthroughs. This podcast was created with a purpose: to open-source our playbook, authentically share all of our experiences, to build a community of allies committed to changing the game together. Join us as we relentlessly and transparently pursue public sector innovation. Brought to you by RedLeif.