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Accelerating Government Innovation: Workforce, Modernization, and Naval Readiness
This week’s episode of Fed Gov Today with Francis Rose explores the rapid evolution of government workforce policies, the critical role of human-centered modernization in defense, and the Navy’s approach to accelerating innovation adoption. Featuring insights from former OPM Director Jeff Pon, Partnership for Public Service VP Jenny Mattingley, Maximus Executive Managing Director Pamela Powers, and Acting CTO of the U.S. Navy Justin Fanelli, the episode examines the speed of policy changes at OPM, the necessity of considering human factors in digital transformation, and how the Navy is operationalizing innovation to enhance mission readiness.
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The Future of the Federal Workforce – Challenges and Solutions
Jeff Neal, former Chief Human Capital Officer at DHS, and Sydney Heimbrock, Chief Industry Advisor for Public Sector at Qualtrics, break down the implications recent workforce shifts.
Uncertain Times for Government Contractors
David Berteau, President & CEO of the Professional Services Council, and Jerry McGinn, Executive Director of the Baroni Center for Government Contracting at GMU, discuss the implications of the recent turbulence for contractors and federal agencies.
IRS Prepares for Tax Season – Progress and Challenges
As the 2024 tax filing season kicks off, the IRS continues its efforts to improve taxpayer services and reduce processing delays. Jessica Lucas-Judy, Director of Strategic Issues at the Government Accountability Office (GAO), discusses the agency’s progress and ongoing challenges.
Securing the Future: How the Marine Corps is Enhancing Cyber Defense and Data Integrity
Shery Thomas, CTO at the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command, discusses the Marine Corps' advancements in cybersecurity and network modernization.
Modernizing Naval Operations for a Digital Battlefield
Mark Senell, President at Infoblox Federal, highlights the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and multi-domain operations in modern naval warfare.
Building a Resilient Cyber Workforce to Protect Critical Defense Systems
Mark Gorak, Principal Director for Resources & Analysis at the DoD, Office of the Chief Information Officer, discusses the DoD’s progress in strengthening the cyber workforce.
Speed To Mission: Accelerate GenAI Adoption Through Procurement Innovation
In this special program, recorded live at AWS: re:Invent in Las Vegas, host Francis Rose engages with government and industry leaders discuss innovative procurement methods, critical mission outcomes, and the collaborative efforts shaping AI’s future in the federal space.
Innovation in Government from WEST 2025
This program features conversations with top officials from the Navy, the DoD and key industry partners, offering insights into the technologies, partnerships, and innovations shaping the future of defense.
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AI For Agencies: Modernization and Taxpayer Service
This program features in-depth discussions with leaders from the IRS and IBM on AI’s strategic implementation, from use-case-driven approaches to its impact on application modernization and human resource management.
The Navy’s Digital Transformation: Modernization, Security, and Workforce Empowerment
Barry Tanner, Deputy CIO at the U.S. Navy, discussed the evolution of the Navy’s Information Superiority Vision (ISV) 2.0, emphasizing the need to optimize, secure, and make data-driven decisions.
Preparing for the Future: Readiness, Technology, and Industry Collaboration
Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence, USA (Ret.), emphasized the urgency of military readiness in the face of evolving global threats, particularly the 2027 timeline set by China regarding Taiwan. She highlighted the critical need to train and equip service members.
Harnessing Data and Speed for Naval Superiority in a Contested Future
Vice Adm. Karl Thomas, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, N2N6 and Director of Naval Intelligence, emphasized the critical role of data, AI, and edge computing in maintaining decision advantage in modern warfare
Leading the Charge: Cordell Schachter's Blueprint for a Secure and Modernized Department of Transportation
Cordell Schachter, the outgoing CIO at DOT, highlights how he focused on fortifying cybersecurity, enhanced workforce capabilities, and modernized IT systems during his tenure.
Harnessing Private Sector Innovation to Transform Federal Government Services
Jeff Bristow, Principal - Government and Public Sector Technology Leader at EY, explores how private sector innovations can help federal agencies overcome their unique challenges.
Breaking Boundaries: Revolutionizing Government Cybersecurity with Zero Trust and Agility
Steven Hernandez, CISO at USAID, highlights how the TMF enabled progress in cybersecurity and operational agility during his tenure as former CISO at the Department of Education.
DIA’s Big Five for 2024
E.P. Mathew, Deputy CIO at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), discusses the agency's top five priorities for 2024, highlighting the modernization of the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System (J-WICS).
A Stepping Stone to Cyber Solutions at the Pentagon
Dave Bailey, Vice President of Security Services at Redspin, explains the DoDs Joint Surveillance Program, which allows companies to achieve CMMC before the official rule making is finalized.
Pushing $700 Billion in Savings Even Higher
Jessica Lucas-Judy, Director of Strategic Issues at GAO, discusses the ongoing efforts to identify and eliminate overlap, duplication, and fragmentation within federal agencies.