Bowie Entrepreneur Marks First Year of Business Ownership With Documentary Chronicling Journey From Corporate America
Seven-minute film follows Ramsey Moorman’s transition from a 23-year corporate career to entrepreneurship, highlighting family, faith, community and the realities of building a business.

By PRESS OFFICER
Floor Coverings International of Bowie

BOWIE, Md. (Sept. 2026)—One year after leaving a 23-year corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship, Bowie-area business owner Ramsey Moorman is sharing the story behind the transition through a newly produced seven-minute documentary chronicling his journey into business ownership.

Moorman, owner of Floor Coverings International of Bowie, launched the business in June 2025 after more than two decades in corporate leadership. The decision to leave the familiarity and security of corporate America was not made overnight. Long before opening the doors, Moorman began documenting the process—the research, family conversations, prayer, uncertainty and ultimately the decision to take the leap into entrepreneurship.

What began as a personal journal eventually became the foundation for a short documentary capturing not only the milestones of launching a business, but also the realities that followed.

“I didn’t want to create something that only showed the highlights,” Moorman said. “I wanted to document the entire journey—the uncertainty, the wins, the challenges and what it actually felt like to leave a career I had known for more than two decades and start over as an entrepreneur.”

A Family Journey

The transition has also been a family endeavor. Moorman’s wife, Caryl, played an integral role during the company’s launch, helping prepare the business for opening and supporting her husband throughout the transition. Their children, Tyson and Hailey, have also had a front-row seat to their father’s journey into entrepreneurship.

“One day my children will be adults, and hopefully one day I’ll have grandchildren watching this,” Moorman said. “I want them to understand that building a legacy isn’t only about what you leave behind financially. It’s also about what you demonstrate—faith, courage, work ethic, perseverance and being willing to pursue something when you believe you’re being called to do it.”

Capturing the Reality of Entrepreneurship

The documentary follows Moorman from the decision to leave corporate America through preparing the business, opening the office, receiving the Mobile Flooring Showroom, serving the first customers and navigating the challenges associated with a new business. The film also captures the role Moorman’s Christian faith played throughout the process.

“There are moments when everything seems to be working and moments when you question what you’re doing,” he said. “I’ve learned that owning a business requires you to become comfortable being uncomfortable. You have to keep learning, keep adjusting and keep moving forward.”

Building a Business With Community in Mind

Floor Coverings International of Bowie serves homeowners and businesses throughout Bowie, Crofton and surrounding communities using the company’s Mobile Flooring Showroom®, which brings flooring samples directly to customers’ homes and businesses. Moorman has sought to combine that model with the professionalism and customer-service principles developed throughout his corporate career.
 
The business has also become a vehicle for community involvement, supporting local schools, youth sports and nonprofit organizations while developing relationships with other small-business owners and community organizations throughout the region.

The Story Is Still Being Written

For Moorman, completing the documentary after the company’s first year represents a milestone rather than a conclusion. The film serves simultaneously as a record of the company’s beginning and a personal message to his family about taking calculated risks, persevering through uncertainty and pursuing purpose.

“The first year wasn’t about proving that I had everything figured out,” Moorman said. “It was about learning that sometimes you have to move forward before you know exactly how the story is going to end.”

DOCUMENTARY LINK: https://youtu.be/IFPDK8e-XnA?si=1iMmdOA26YXPgb4j

Floor Coverings International of Bowie provides residential and commercial flooring solutions throughout Bowie, Crofton and surrounding Prince George’s and Anne Arundel County communities. Through its Mobile Flooring Showroom®, the company brings flooring selections directly to customers, allowing homeowners and businesses to compare products within their own spaces.

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Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Named Best Credit Union in the 2026 Best of Southern Maryland

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Educational Systems Federal Credit Union

Greenbelt, Md. (Sept. 28, 2026)—Educational Systems Federal Credit Union has been named the 2026 Best of Southern Maryland Winner for Best Credit Union, recognizing the Credit Union’s commitment to serving members and communities throughout the region.

The recognition builds on Educational Systems Federal Credit Union’s longstanding presence in Southern Maryland and reflects the trust and support of the members, community partners and organizations the Credit Union serves.

“We are honored to be named the Best Credit Union of Southern Maryland,” said Girado Smith, President/CEO of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union. “This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the relationships our Ambassadors build every day and the trust our members place in us to support their financial goals. We are grateful to everyone across Southern Maryland who continues to welcome and support our Credit Union.”

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union serves the Southern Maryland community through its Lexington Park, Prince Frederick and Waldorf branches, as well as Digital Banking and partnerships with education organizations throughout the region. Members have access to a full range of financial solutions, including checking and savings accounts, certificates, vehicle loans, home lending, credit cards and financial education resources.

The Credit Union’s commitment to Southern Maryland extends beyond financial services. The Credit Union serves the local community in a variety of methods, such as partnerships and community initiatives that support students, educators, families and local organizations.

“This recognition motivates us to continue finding new ways to serve our members and strengthen the communities we are part of,” Smith said. “We look forward to building on the relationships we have established throughout Southern Maryland and continuing to help our members achieve a brighter financial future.”

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union has proudly served the education community since 1955. With $1.4 billion in assets and 13 branches, the Credit Union serves over 80,000 members of the education community including school employees, students, parents and individuals working for education-related organizations. For more information, visit esfcu.org.

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