Melanie Patterson

Melanie Patterson is a powerhouse in government contracting and a trailblazer in the logistics space. As the Founder & CEO of Integrity Global Logistics and Team Integrity Knowledge Center, both based in Chicago, IL, she has made it her mission to help businesses—from scrappy startups to seasoned companies—crack the code to securing government contracts and scaling with purpose.

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With more than $10 million in federal contracts secured, Melanie brings real receipts to the table. Her companies have hauled for heavy-hitting agencies like the Department of Defense (DoD) and FEMA, proving that small, minority-owned businesses can play big on the national stage. Her strategic leadership spans over 10 asset-based trucking portfolios and a growing team of 20+, all while mentoring entrepreneurs to find their own lanes in the lucrative world of government procurement.

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Before becoming a full-time boss, Melanie was an ER trauma nurse—juggling life-and-death responsibilities while building her business brick by brick. Her background gives her a rare mix of grit, grace, and game-changing insight. Now, she’s all about teaching others how to win government contracts, navigate complex bidding processes, and position themselves as valuable vendors.

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At the Empower Notary Summit, Melanie is pulling back the curtain on the real roadmap to government contracting success—from capability statements to SAM registration and past performance strategies. If you've ever wondered how to take your notary or service-based business into the federal space, this is the session you do not want to miss.