Asset & Supply Forum 2026

Organized by ACT-IAC

Across government, mission success increasingly depends on the ability to sustain operations amid global volatility. Geopolitical conflict contested supply routes, and supply chain vulnerability have heightened the pressure on federal supply and asset networks. These realities have made one thing clear: agility is no longer optional – it is fundamental to mission execution. From Disruption to Agility brings together senior government and industry leaders to explore the practical steps agencies can take to enhance supply and asset readiness in an environment where conditions evolve rapidly. The forum focuses on strengthening visibility across dispersed networks, modernizing outdated processes, leveraging data to anticipate constraints, and enabling swift, mission aligned decisions when disruptions arise. Through grounded insights and forward looking discussion, attendees will examine how agencies can reduce vulnerability, accelerate response, and ensure continuity of critical missions in an increasingly complex global landscape. For leaders responsible for protecting national priorities, this conference offers timely, actionable guidance on building supply and asset networks that are resilient today and agile enough for tomorrow.

Federal News Network’s Space & Satellite Exchange 2026

Organized by Federal News Network

As federal missions grow more complex and distributed, space-based capabilities are becoming essential to mission success. From enabling communications in denied or remote environments to supporting real-time data and situational awareness, satellite technologies are reshaping how agencies operate. Federal News Network’s Space & Satellite Exchange, on July 21 – 23, brings together government leaders and industry experts to examine how agencies are using next-generation satellite capabilities to close connectivity gaps, strengthen resilience, and support national security priorities. Through focused discussions, this exchange will explore how federal organizations are integrating space-based communications, hybrid architectures and emerging technologies into broader mission and IT strategies. What you’ll learn How agencies extend connectivity beyond traditional network boundaries The role of satellite and hybrid architectures in continuity of operations How direct-to-device satellite is expanding what’s possible Practical approaches to integrating space-based capabilities into mission and IT frameworks Through in-depth conversations led by Federal News Network journalists, this exchange will highlight insights from active deployments, guidance for modernizing communications strategies and approaches to integrating satellite into mission architectures. The future of federal missions extends beyond terrestrial networks. Join Federal News Network’s Space & Satellite Exchange to explore how agencies are connecting, extending and strengthening their missions through space-based innovation. Register to save your spot!

Mission Focus: AI First Approaches - USGIF

Organized by USGIF

Artificial intelligence is moving from experimentation to everyday application across national security. For GEOINT and All-Source organizations, the focus is now on how to integrate AI into core workflows to improve efficiency, modernize operations, and deliver mission-ready capabilities from the start. Join USGIF on Wednesday, July 22, for a Mission Focus discussion on AI-first strategies to modernize national security. The program will feature government and industry speakers, including Sean Batir, the first Chief Technology Officer of NGA’s Maven program and now Global Head of Mission Innovation at AWS. Together, they will explore how intelligence professionals are partnering with industry, rethinking legacy processes, and deploying practical solutions that support faster, more effective analysis. Registration is complimentary for all attendees.

Generative AI Engineering Databricks Training

Organized by Databricks Government Team at Carahsoft

Databricks is coming to Reston, VA from July 22–23 for an introductory, hands-on course on Generative AI Engineering with Databricks. Register now for firsthand training on how to build, evaluate and deploy generative AI applications using the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. Attendees will work with large language models (LLMs), apply prompt engineering techniques and leverage advanced approaches like retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) to power intelligent applications. This course will offer hands-on instruction with model fine-tuning, evaluation frameworks, LLMOps best practices and tools within the Databricks platform to manage and deploy AI solutions responsibly at scale. Save your spot with data and AI experts as they provide the tactics and techniques for: Working with and fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) Applying prompt engineering and evaluation best practices Building generative AI applications using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) Deploying and managing models with LLMOps on the Databricks platform Implementing responsible AI and governance at scale

Government Forum 2026

The SANS 2026 Government Forum, presented in partnership with Carahsoft, brings together federal, state, and local government cybersecurity professionals to explore the evolving threat landscape and the solutions shaping secure, mission-ready environments.

8th Annual Carahsoft Summit on FedRAMP

Organized by GovExec

As agencies continue to modernize their cloud environments, the FedRAMP ecosystem is entering a new phase. With the emergence of early authorizations through the FedRAMP 20x initiative, agencies are beginning to operationalize a model centered on automation, machine-readable authorization packages, and a growing trust network across government. Together, these shifts are reshaping how agencies evaluate, adopt, and share secure cloud capabilities, creating the potential to move at speeds that traditional authorization models could not support This year’s summit will focus on the leaders and practitioners driving this next stage of adoption. Sessions will explore how agencies are integrating machine-readable authorization packages into their security processes, building trust frameworks that enable authorization reuse, and putting automation into practice after years of groundwork across the federal cybersecurity community. Now in its eighth year, GovForward's Carahsoft Summit on FedRAMP brings together federal, state, and local government leaders alongside industry experts to explore the policies, technologies, and operational shifts shaping secure cloud adoption. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive roundtables, attendees will gain practical insights into streamlining the Authority to Operate process, advancing cloud security, and preparing for the next era of authorization in the federal enterprise.

GSA Initiatives to Save Taxpayer Dollars Through Consolidating Procurement: A Conversation with Tom Meiron

Organized by ACT-IAC

As the federal marketplace evolves, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is taking bold steps to reduce duplication, drive efficiencies, and save taxpayer dollars. Executive Order 14240 directs agencies to eliminate waste and consolidate procurement of common goods and services under a “OneGov” approach. Join Tom Meiron, Assistant Commissioner of GSA’s newly established Office of Centralized Acquisition Services (OCAS), for an in-depth fireside chat on how GSA is transforming acquisition practices to meet this mandate. Mr. Meiron will discuss the creation of OCAS as a cornerstone of GSA’s reform efforts, the agency’s strategy for centralizing procurement across government, and opportunities for industry partners to engage and add value.

Records Management @ 930gov

Organized by Digital Government Institute

Records Management@930gov brings together federal records and information management professionals to explore the tools, practices, and innovations shaping the future of government records. As agencies modernize their information environments, records teams are navigating new expectations around digitization, automation, AI-assisted workflows, and long-term digital preservation—all while managing increasing workloads with smaller staffs. This year’s program focuses on what is new and what is practical for today’s government RM community. Sessions will highlight: Digitization updates—what’s working, what’s changing, and how agencies are accelerating paper to digital transformation. How AI is being used to support classification, retrieval, and workflow automation in records programs. How to identify RM tasks that are safe and appropriate for AI assistance Strategies for thriving with smaller RM teams, including automation, prioritization, and lessons learned from veteran practitioners. Modern approaches to electronic records management. Updates from NARA and RM subject matter experts on expectations, challenges, and opportunities for the government records management community. Developed with guidance from the DGI Records Management Educational Advisory Committee, this track delivers a friendly, informative, and forward-looking program designed to help federal RM professionals build confidence, reduce fear around innovative technologies, and strengthen their ability to support mission needs.

DevSecOps Conference 2026

Organized by GovCIO Media

This year, we’re curating a dynamic program focused on the future of DevSecOps, bringing together government leaders, systems integrators and industry innovators. Here's what you can expect at the conference: Government Panels: Hear directly from federal leaders as they unpack the evolving DevSecOps landscape, share real-world mission challenges and compare approaches across agencies. Fireside Chats: Explore topics such as AI-enabled DevSecOps, cloud security and compliance modernization through conversational, panel-style fireside sessions featuring multiple government and industry voices. Networking Sessions: Connect with peers, government attendees and industry experts in relaxed, open networking blocks designed to spark conversation, share lessons learned and build mission-aligned partnerships.

Best Financial Practices for Emerging Federal Contractors

Organized by Jennifer Schaus

Growth is supposed to be the reward for winning federal work — but for many federal contractors, it's also when things start to break. In this session, we'll cover the best practices for planning cash flow before payroll, vendors, or materials force the issue, tracking delivery and payment as one picture instead of three, and standardizing what happens after every award so growth doesn't mean chaos. You'll leave with a practical framework for scaling federal contracts without straining operations or cash flow.

Observe at the Speed of AI: Elastic Observability Workshop

Organized by Elastic

A hands-on lab for Federal, DoD, Civilian, and SLED teams. Engineers work directly in a private Elastic environment to deploy, trace, and troubleshoot the OpenTelemetry demo app in Kubernetes, while experiencing how Elastic AI-powered observability, accelerated by NVIDIA GPU infrastructure, delivers mission-critical intelligence at government scale. Audience: Developers · SRE / DevSecOps · Systems Engineering · CloudOps · Platform Engineering- Engineering Leads- Cloud Developers

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.

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

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 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 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