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Join us December 16th at 8:30 am ET!
Join us on December 16, 2024, for Trump & GovCon: Prepping for 2025 and Beyond. This event will feature exclusive insights from current and former government executives, leaders in Presidential transitions, and experts in federal management and acquisition. Together, they will offer the latest intelligence on the emerging Trump administration and discuss the impact of the ongoing Presidential transition on government management practices and the acquisition landscape. Attendees will gain a strategic understanding of policy shifts and upcoming challenges, making this an essential event for those helping shape the future of the federal government.
Agenda
Times are subject to change.
Insights from Leaders on Managing Government Transitions
Featuring a distinguished lineup of former government executives from ACT-IAC’s
bench of professionals, this panel offers unparalleled expertise drawn from years of
experience navigating Presidential and other transitions. These seasoned leaders will
share invaluable lessons, practical advice, and unique perspectives to help you
effectively manage periods of change and uncertainty.
Featuring a distinguished lineup of former government executives from ACT-IAC’s
bench of professionals, this panel offers unparalleled expertise drawn from years of
experience navigating Presidential and other transitions. These seasoned leaders will
share invaluable lessons, practical advice, and unique perspectives to help you
effectively manage periods of change and uncertainty.
Dave Powner
Executive Director, Center for Data-Driven Policy, and Former Executive, Government Accountability OfficeThe MITRE Corporation
James Cook
Strategy and Engagement Executive,ACT-IAC
Maria Roat
Former, U.S. Deputy Federal Chief Information OfficerU.S. Office of Management and Budget
Lee Becker
Former Chief of Staff, Veterans Experience OfficeU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Troy Schneider
Executive Vice President and General ManagerBillington CyberSecurity
Fireside chat: Managing the Department of Defense: Tackling Challenges in the World's Most Complex Organization
The U.S. Department of Defense, the largest and most complex organization in the world, is poised for significant change. With a multitude of management challenges, its path forward requires bold leadership and innovative solutions. Former Defense and Capitol Hill executive Peter Levine, a trusted advisor to current and former Defense officials, brings his expertise to the forefront. He will share valuable knowledge and actionable insights on addressing key areas for improvement and driving meaningful progress.
The U.S. Department of Defense, the largest and most complex organization in the world, is poised for significant change. With a multitude of management challenges, its path forward requires bold leadership and innovative solutions. Former Defense and Capitol Hill executive Peter Levine, a trusted advisor to current and former Defense officials, brings his expertise to the forefront. He will share valuable knowledge and actionable insights on addressing key areas for improvement and driving meaningful progress.
Peter Levine
Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Defense AnalysesDefense Management Institute
Lauren C. Williams
Senior EditorDefense One
Anticipating Major Policy Trends: Navigating Budget, Acquisition, and Workforce Challenges
Federal agencies are preparing to tackle some of the most pressing and perennial issues in the months and years ahead, including budget constraints, acquisition reforms, and workforce management. To provide valuable insights and practical advice for navigating these challenges under the new administration, we’ve assembled a panel of three leading experts in these critical areas. Their observations and guidance will help agencies adapt and thrive during this period of transition.
Federal agencies are preparing to tackle some of the most pressing and perennial issues in the months and years ahead, including budget constraints, acquisition reforms, and workforce management. To provide valuable insights and practical advice for navigating these challenges under the new administration, we’ve assembled a panel of three leading experts in these critical areas. Their observations and guidance will help agencies adapt and thrive during this period of transition.
Larry Allen
PresidentAllen Federal Business Partners
Joel Friedman
Senior Vice President for Federal Fiscal PolicyCenter on Budget and Policy Priorities / Former House & Senate Budget Committee Senior Staff & Financial Economist, OMB
Jenny Mattingley
Vice President of Government AffairsPartnership for Public Service
Adam Hughes
President and FounderGovNavigators
The 2025 Transition – The Acquisition Landscape
As we navigate this transition, the acquisition landscape faces both challenges and opportunities. David Berteau, President and CEO of the Professional Services Council, will offer his extensive expertise and unique perspective as the leading voice of the government contractor community. Join us for a candid discussion on the evolving priorities in federal acquisition, the implications of policy changes under the new administration, and the strategies contractors and agencies can adopt to stay ahead in this dynamic environment.
As we navigate this transition, the acquisition landscape faces both challenges and opportunities. David Berteau, President and CEO of the Professional Services Council, will offer his extensive expertise and unique perspective as the leading voice of the government contractor community. Join us for a candid discussion on the evolving priorities in federal acquisition, the implications of policy changes under the new administration, and the strategies contractors and agencies can adopt to stay ahead in this dynamic environment.
David Berteau
President and CEOProfessional Services Council
Robert Shea
CEOGovNavigators
Behind the Headlines – Reporting on the 2025 Presidential Transition
Join top reporters from GovExec, DefenseOne, NextGov/FCW, and Washington Technology as they pull back the curtain on their coverage of the 2025 Presidential transition. This intrepid panel will explore the key themes, challenges, and priorities emerging from their reporting on federal agencies, defense operations, and technology policy during this pivotal period of change. Hear firsthand what these journalists are learning from their sources, how they identify trends shaping the federal landscape, and what stories they believe will define this transition.
Join top reporters from GovExec, DefenseOne, NextGov/FCW, and Washington Technology as they pull back the curtain on their coverage of the 2025 Presidential transition. This intrepid panel will explore the key themes, challenges, and priorities emerging from their reporting on federal agencies, defense operations, and technology policy during this pivotal period of change. Hear firsthand what these journalists are learning from their sources, how they identify trends shaping the federal landscape, and what stories they believe will define this transition.
Eric Katz
Senior CorrespondentGovExec
Lauren C. Williams
Senior EditorDefense One
Natalie Alms
Staff ReporterNextgov/FCW
Aaron Heffron
President, Research and ForecastingGovExec
Nick Wakeman
Editor-in-ChiefWashington Technology
Attend the Event
LOCATION:
Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center
11493 Sunset Hills Rd.
Reston, VA 20190
PARKING:
Carahsoft has an open parking lot. Please park anywhere.
Upon entering the building, a Carahsoft employee will show you to the 2nd floor, where the event will be held. Once on the 2nd floor, please look for the registration desk.
METRO:
The Wiehle-Reston East (Silver Line) Metro stop is 0.7 miles away from the venue.
COST:
Government/Military: FREE
Private Sector/Government Contractor/Retired: $299