Lewis C.

Powell

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… Helping business owners think clearly, operate confidently, and grow intentionally

For more than 30 years, I’ve built my career around one core belief:
Business growth is a system — not an accident.

My professional journey began in engineering, where I learned to think in processes, patterns, and long-term outcomes. Working in satellite communications alongside world-class scientists and innovators shaped the analytical and systems based approach I use with business owners today.

Over time, I transitioned from engineering into business leadership, entrepreneurship, and small business strategy. I’ve built companies, led complex operations, navigated government contracting, and advised entrepreneurs at every stage of growth. Those experiences taught me three principles that guide all my work:

Those experiences taught me three things that define my work today:

1. Strategy must translate into action.

Businesses often have vision and ambition, but without structure and execution, they stall. I help entrepreneurs turn ideas into systems and systems into results.

2. Small businesses thrive when operations make sense.

Most founders don’t struggle due to a lack of talent. They struggle because they lack effective systems, including pricing, compliance, workflows, and financial visibility. I help owners build the operational foundation they need to run stronger, leaner, and more predictably.

3. Government contracting requires experience—not guesswork.

The GovCon world rewards those who understand preparation, compliance, and contract management. I help emerging contractors navigate the landscape with clarity and confidence.

My Work Today

I will help entrepreneurs and emerging government contractors:

  • Strengthen operations

  • Improve profitability

  • Build financial clarity

  • Implement repeatable systems

  • Navigate government contracting successfully

I teach workshops, advise founders, and collaborate with organizations dedicated to small business development. My mission is simple: to help business owners think clearly, operate confidently, and grow sustainably.

What Drives Me

I believe every business deserves structure, clarity, and a fair opportunity to succeed. I am committed to leveling the playing field for entrepreneurs—especially those who don’t have access to strong operational guidance.

I focus on practical solutions, honest feedback, and measurable results; not hype, shortcuts, or noise. Entrepreneurship is challenging, but with the right systems, processes, and strategy, business owners can build stability, resilience, and long-term growth.

Who I Work With

I support:

  • small business owners who are ready to get organized and grow their companies with clarity and confidence.

  • Emerging GOVCON businesses that are building their operational and compliance capacity and need practical, grounded guidance to move forward the right way.

  • Entrepreneurs who need a stronger financial and operational structure to stabilize their businesses and make better decisions

  • Nonprofits, colleges, and universities that deliver entrepreneurship programs and workforce development initiatives.

If a business wants clarity, systems, and realistic growth—that’s where I come in.