By Jessica O. Swink
Editor, Small Business Insight
Photo by Paul Chin, Jr.
In 15 years, DMG Federal has evolved from a $1,700 investment with two employees to a $10 million enterprise with 47 employees. President Carolyn Boyer describes her role in the business as the “stabilizer,” and the “right-now person.”
“My husband Keith has a great gift of being a visionary, but I’m more detail-oriented and make sure we abide by the rules and regulations,” Boyer explains.
When asked what makes a good leader, Boyer replies, “persistence, hard work, and always being willing to face challenges. You have to take care of your people and surround yourself with good people.”
These traits are demonstrated throughout the history of DMG Federal, and can be seen through its numerous awards, including the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, as well as a Washington Technology Fast 50 Winner.
Since 1995, the company has provided business intelligence consulting and training services to not only government agencies, but non-profits, private and public businesses throughout the United States.
Boyer has been known to perform many roles in the office and takes an active role in knowing each employee by name and personally welcoming them during orientation. She has also been known to even brew coffee in the mornings on occasion. To her employees, she is approachable and helpful in the day-to-day activities.
According to Boyer, creating this community feel in the workplace adds to the quality of each employee.
“If someone has challenges and is willing to share, it’s an extended family, and I’ve always believed in that,” she explains. “There is no job I wouldn’t do, and I lead by example.”
This philosophy extends past her professional life and into her daily routine. On the back of her car, one can find a license plate, exclaiming, “Live to be.”
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