DETAILS
Date Monday, June 16, 2025
Time 2:00 - 5:00pm EDT
Where Carahsoft Conference Center, 11493 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 500, Reston, VA 20190
As we gain clarity on the next phase of federal priorities under the new administration, the Department of Defense (DoD) is taking center stage with an unwavering commitment to transformation, efficiency, and high-impact, results-driven outcomes. This administration is set to maintain a robust defense posture while ensuring fiscal responsibility—streamlining operations, fostering innovation, and redefining effective defense solutions. In this fast-evolving landscape, industry partners with proven expertise across the federal sector must be ready to broaden their influence and forge strategic collaborations with emerging DoD agencies.
Join us on June 16 for the 2025 OrangeSlices Vanguard DoD Forum, a premier event spotlighting the most impactful IT and consulting leaders shaping our nation’s defense strategy. This gathering will convene DoD Acquisition Leaders, key policymakers, and forward-thinking industry innovators to share insights on emerging priorities, operational challenges, and opportunities for growth in FY25. We’ll explore how advanced technology, strategic realignment, and budget-conscious leadership will drive critical defense objectives and transform military operations in the months ahead.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers, cultivate valuable partnerships, and gain an edge as new administration leaders articulate their strategic visions. Be part of the conversation that will shape the next wave of industry partnership success and redefine how we safeguard our national interests.
AGENDA
SPEAKERS
Alexis
Bonnell
Chief Information Officer and Director of Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory*
Naomi
Escoffery
Director, Industry Engagement, Assistant Director, Support, Defense Health Agency*
Charles
Fitzsimmons, Jr.
Division Chief, J6 Enterprise Technology Services (JETS), Defense Logistics Agency
Michael
Gomes
Director of Contracting Operations, Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground*
Justin
Fanelli
Chief Technology Officer & Technical Director, Department of the Navy*
Katie
Thompson
Deputy Executive Director, Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground*
Dr. Maria
Theodotou
Competition Assessment and Analysis, CAPE, Office of the Secretary of Defense, US Department of Defense*
Young Bang
former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army Acquisition, Logistics & Technology*
David Blackburn
CEO/Founder OrangeSlicesAI
Tris Carpenter
General Manager, Strategic Growth, Red Team Consulting
Dr. Bob Frey
Successful Proposal Strategies
Katie Helwig
President & CEO, Mild Red, LLC
Hannah Hunt
Distinguish Technical Fellow, Metrostar, former, Chief Product and Innovation Officer, Army Software Factory, US Army
Stacey Piper
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Piper Strategies
Jeff Shen
President, Red Team Consulting*
Justin Siken
Founder, HigherGov
*invited Speakers
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