Visible and Vetted: A Federal Contractor's Guide to Building Authority in the Marketplace

Organized by GOVOLOGY

In government contracting, being qualified is only the starting point. The best contracts go to companies that procurement officials already know, trust, and respect—often before opportunities are even announced. In a crowded field, visibility outweighs hidden strengths every time. Trust and brand recognition drive opportunities, partnerships, and relationships. Leading contractors harness a robust digital presence to increase visibility, differentiate themselves, and build a reputation that keeps them top of mind with industry leaders. This masterclass reveals how successful teams turn marketing strategies into actionable steps that establish genuine authority. Primary Topics: Executing Capture with Webinars and Live Events: Hosting virtual events removes travel barriers, reduces costs, and provides access to high-quality leads through audience data and digital tracking. Discover how to design online events that elevate your brand, boost revenue, and maximize ROI. Retiring the One-Pager with Video Assets: Use video as a powerful business development tool. Learn how to showcase technical expertise, results, and case studies as concise, compelling stories that captivate federal program managers. Podcasting for Business Growth: On-demand audio builds credibility and helps you navigate strict procurement rules in under an hour. See how podcasts can generate social proof, improve search rankings, and connect you with industry leaders, regardless of how many people listen. Turning Up the Mic to Shape Solicitations: Attending industry conferences is valuable, but stepping onto the stage as a speaker elevates your authority. Whether leading a session, co-presenting, or moderating a panel, these roles demonstrate industry trust and recognition. Speaking credentials provide procurement officials with tangible evidence that you possess the expertise and leadership required for high-profile, mission-critical projects. Maximizing Membership Dues for Market Distinction: Leverage your membership dues by actively engaging in local chambers, trade groups, and industry organizations. Take on leadership roles in committees or task forces, or host roundtables for peers and agency officials. Build trust, forge strong partnerships, and develop industry-wide influence to maximize your investment. Who This Training Is For: Small business owners and growth-focused federal contractors Business development and capture managers BD teams responsible for digital marketing and events Subcontractors pursuing prime partnerships

A Panel Discussion on Integrated Security and Emergency Management

Organized by ACT-IAC

Large-scale events require integrated security and emergency management to protect attendees and maintain critical services. This panel examines responsible drone use for surveillance and response at FIFA matches and EDM festivals. We will discuss strategies to safeguard event connectivity and resilient communications under strain. Experts will address mass-shooting risk mitigation, on-site medical and policing coordination, and lessons from recent incidents. Finally, we’ll explore how weather-aware technologies can be integrated into real-time safety decision-making. Drone operations and governance: best practices, privacy, airspace coordination, and emergency deployment at major events. Protecting connectivity: hardened networks, backup comms, and managing cellular load to ensure continuous situational awareness. Active-threat preparedness: detection, response protocols, multi-agency coordination, and attendee evacuation strategies for mass-shooting scenarios. Weather-informed tech integration : real-time forecasting, alerting systems, and infrastructure hardening to mitigate weather-related risks. Moderator: Shashi Goli, VP, Federal Civilian and National Security, Navitas Business Consulting Speakers: Stephen Bieda, Deputy Director (acting), NOAA Center for AI, NOAA Sonny Wescott, Chief Meteorologist - Emergency Response Specialist

National Homeland Security Conference

The National Homeland Security Conference unites a diverse array of professionals across the fields of Homeland Security, Law Enforcement and Fire and Emergency Management. This gathering draws officials from Federal and nonprofit agencies, alongside business owners, university representatives and key decision-makers. Attendees convene to gain insights into emerging security trends and to explore the latest equipment and technologies available to support their missions. The conference provides a comprehensive platform for learning about OSINT applications in homeland security operations.

The Invoice You Shouldn’t Have Submitted Yet

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

A correct invoice and a payable invoice aren't always the same thing — and the gap between them is one of the most common pitfalls federal contractors run into, even when the work itself was done right. In this session, we'll cover the invoicing mistakes that actually slow government payment: missing fields that make an invoice improper, billing subcontractor costs before required consent arrives, and unreconciled costs that follow you for the life of the contract. You'll leave with a practical review process for catching these issues before they cost you a payment cycle.

Mika Cross Webinar - GovAcademy.io

Organized by GovAcademy

Inside the Federal Workplace: Navigating Culture, Context & Change What Every GovCon and GovTech Professional Needs to Know, but No One Teaches The federal workplace has changed. Earning trust now requires a better understanding of what is shaping federal decisions. Federal teams are operating under new pressure, tighter capacity, and greater scrutiny. For GovCon and GovTech professionals, understanding that environment can be the difference between credibility and losing it before the conversation gets started.

WT Power Breakfast: Beyond the Platform: Inside the Army and Navy's Expanding Unmanned Systems Market

Organized by GovExec

Unmanned systems are reshaping operations across every domain—air, ground, surface, and subsurface—and the Army and Navy are accelerating investment in both offensive and defensive missions. But the opportunity goes well beyond the platforms themselves. Command-and-control, data processing, sensors, cybersecurity, and supply chain are all part of the equation, and all represent growing areas of demand. At this Washington Technology Power Breakfast, we'll unpack what your Army and Navy customers are looking for and how the expanding unmanned systems market will drive opportunities for years to come.

TechNet Augusta

Organized by AFCEA

TechNet Augusta 2026 is a regional defense and cybersecurity conference and expo hosted by AFCEA International in Augusta, Georgia. It brings together military, Government and industry professionals, especially those involved with Army cyber operations and unified land operations, to share insights, collaborate on cyber electromagnetic activities and discuss emerging challenges in the cyber domain. The event features educational sessions, networking opportunities and exhibits aimed at fostering communication, problem solving and innovation between the military and the commercial sector.

The Future of GovCon Growth: Beyond Generative AI

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

GovCon teams are leaning on tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity to speed up business development and proposals. These tools are genuinely useful for research, data analysis, and content generation—but none of them was built to help you win federal work. In this session, we'll put the leading AI tools to the test with a live demonstration on real GovCon growth tasks—triaging opportunities, analyzing solicitations, and drafting proposal content. You'll see where they shine, where they fall short, and what changes when the same underlying AI models are put to work inside a purpose-built platform for finding opportunities, managing relationships, and writing proposals. Learning Objectives: · See how ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity actually perform on common capture and proposal tasks—side by side. · Understand where generic AI breaks down across capture, pipeline, and proposal workflows. · Learn why connecting your opportunity data, past performance, relationships, and pipeline is what lets teams qualify faster, make sharper pursuit decisions, and accelerate proposals.

The Future of GovCon Growth: Beyond Generative AI

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

SPONSORED CONTENT WEBINAR, 2026 WEBINAR IS RECORDED. PLEASE REGISTER TO GET THE RECORDING. HOST: JSchaus & Associates WEBINAR PRESENTED BY: UNANET DATE: Wednesday, 08/19/2026 TIME: 12pm-1pm ET WEBINAR IS RECORDED. PLEASE REGISTER TO GET THE RECORDING. ABOUT THE WEBINAR: GovCon teams are leaning on tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity to speed up business development and proposals. These tools are genuinely useful for research, data analysis, and content generation—but none of them was built to help you win federal work. In this session, we'll put the leading AI tools to the test with a live demonstration on real GovCon growth tasks—triaging opportunities, analyzing solicitations, and drafting proposal content. You'll see where they shine, where they fall short, and what changes when the same underlying AI models are put to work inside a purpose-built platform for finding opportunities, managing relationships, and writing proposals. Learning Objectives: · See how ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity actually perform on common capture and proposal tasks—side by side. · Understand where generic AI breaks down across capture, pipeline, and proposal workflows. · Learn why connecting your opportunity data, past performance, relationships, and pipeline is what lets teams qualify faster, make sharper pursuit decisions, and accelerate proposals. PRESENTED BY: UNANET PLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND AND / OR TO GET THE RECORDING THANK YOU!

The Future of GovCon Forum

Organized by Carahsoft

Government contractors are navigating a period of unprecedented change. As agencies accelerate adoption of artificial intelligence, modernize procurement strategies, and face increasing pressure to deliver mission outcomes more efficiently, contractors must rethink how they compete, innovate, and grow. Join Carahsoft and leading technology partners for a half-day executive forum designed specifically for the government contracting community. Attendees will gain actionable insights through: Keynote presentations from government and industry leaders Expert panel discussions on emerging federal market trends Government perspectives on technology adoption and mission priorities Interactive innovation spotlight sessions featuring leading technology providers Practical strategies to improve operations, strengthen compliance, and enhance proposal development Real-world examples of how AI and emerging technologies are driving contractor growth and efficiency This event will bring together industry leaders, technology innovators, and federal stakeholders to explore emerging opportunities in AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, automation, and workforce transformation. Attendees will also hear directly from Carahsoft ecosystem partners as they showcase real-world solutions and success stories that are helping government contractors operate more efficiently, deliver greater value to agency customers, and position themselves for future growth.

Series Part 1: How to Read a Contract Before You Bid It

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

Online Webinar

Looking Ahead at Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for 2027

Organized by Shelley's Events

We’re kicking off the new fiscal year with a proactive mindset—engaging content, meaningful connections, and a celebratory toast to DHS! Join us for an engaging, solution-focused gathering designed to spark ideas, drive results, and strengthen the DHS mission through collaboration between government and industry. From emerging technologies and acquisition challenges to budget priorities and key contract opportunities on the horizon, this event will bring together government, top technology executives, subject matter experts, and business leaders from across the DHS community to have candid, open discussions that will identify real solutions and opportunities to drive results and better support the important set of missions driven by DHS and the contractor community.

2026 Intelligence and National Security Summit | #IntelSummit26 | August 26-27

Organized by Co-Hosted by AFCEA and INSA

Join 2,000+ government, academic, and industry leaders at #IntelSummit26, the nation's premier unclassified conference focused on critical intelligence and national security issues. Powered by AFCEA International and the Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA), #IntelSummit26 brings public, academic and private sector leaders together to advance collaborative solutions to critical intelligence and national security challenges. The powerful two-day program features a job fair, powerful plenaries, and breakout sessions.

IN PERSON - HHS Happy Hour in Bethesda MD!

Organized by Shelley McGuire

Join us for an IN PERSON HHS Networking Happy Hour ~ Featuring Holding A Grunge Band LIVE!

Workshop: From Vendor to Trusted Advisor​ - GovAcademy.io

Organized by GovAcademy

IN-PERSON GOVACADEMY SALES WORKSHOP AUGUST 27 From Vendor to Trusted Advisor Leveling Up B2G Sales Conversations for a Changed Public Sector Market An immersive, full-day workshop for experienced GovTech and GovCon professionals ready to deepen their understanding of government buyers, sharpen their account strategy, and lead more credible, mission-relevant public sector sales conversations. JOIN THE…

Doing Business With DoW + The Intel Community

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

Join us and 250+ Federal Contractors as we discuss all aspects of working with DoW and the Intelligence Community. Join JSchaus & Associates and 200+ Federal Contractors for Doing Business with DoW+ The Intel Community DATE: Thursday, AUGUST 27, 2026 TIME: 1.30PM-6PM COCKTAIL HOUR/NETWORKING: 5PM-6PM (included in ticket price) LOCATION: Carahsoft HQ - 11493 Sunset Hills Road CITY / STATE: Reston, VA 20190 ROOM: Training Room 2E ****** QUICK FAQ's ******** Is this a conference? YES Are there networking and sponsor opportunities? YES Is the cocktail reception included with the price? YES Is parking free? YES ***********************************

Adobe JELA Warfighter Symposium

Carahsoft and Adobe are pleased to invite you to join senior defense executives, acquisition leaders and warfighters for the inaugural Adobe JELA Warfighter Symposium to align on how enterprise technology is driving mission readiness, operational advantage, cost efficiencies and decisions at the speed of relevance. Hear from current defense leaders and industry experts on AI modernization, acquisition reform, information dominance and building the future force. Participate in hands-on workshops designed to maximize the Department of Defense's (DoD) Adobe JELA investment that reduce administrative burden, ensure seamless access and maximize the digital chain-of-custody of trusted data.

Series Part 2: Bidding to Win AND to Execute

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

Online Webinar

Series Part 3: Task Order Strategy on IDIQs and GWACs

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

Online Webinar

ACT-IAC Digital Transformation Forum

Organized by ACT-IAC

The 2026 Digital Transformation Forum convenes Government and industry leaders for a day of insights, discussions and networking focused on the future of digital services and innovation in the Public Sector. This forum provides a strategic platform for exploring how emerging technologies are reshaping Government operations and service delivery. Attendees connect with peers who are navigating similar digital transformation challenges while discovering practical approaches to modernization that balance innovation with security, compliance and accessibility requirements.