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2025 OrangeSlices

Vanguard DOD 250

Don’t miss this chance to connect, collaborate, and gain an edge in the competitive federal landscape. Join the conversation as we set a strong, innovative direction for the future of DOD missions.

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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.


Keynote Panelists​

James

Bates

Assistant Deputy Chief Information Officer, Electronic Health Records Modernization Integration Office, Department of Veterans Affairs

Dave Benson

David

Benson

Acting Director, Enterprise Architecture, Office of Digital Transformation, Food and Drug Administration*

Katherine

Crompton

Director, Procurement Innovation Lab, Department of Homeland Security*

Brian Epley

Brian

Epley

Chief Information Officer, Department of Commerce

Naomi

Escoffery

Director, Industry Engagement, Defense Health Agency

Andrea Fletcher

Andrea

Fletcher

Chief Digital Strategy Officer and Director, US Digital Service, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services* 

Patrick

Newbold

CIO and Director for the Office of Information Technology, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services*

William Niess

William

Niess

OASIS+ Program Manager, Federal Acquisition Service, General Services Administration*

Yemi

Oshinnaiye

Chief Information Officer, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security*

Ankur

Saini

Deputy Chief Technology Officer, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Department of Transportation*

Paula Wagner

Paula

Wagner

Director, Application Design and Delivery, Department of State*


Featured Industry Disruptors 

David Blackburn

David Blackburn

CEO/Founder OrangeSlicesAI

Josh Duvall

Shareholder, Maynard Nexsen PC, & Founder GovCon Judicata

Katie Helwig

President & CEO, Mild Red, LLC

Marc Marlin

Managing Director, KippsDeSanto & Co.

Oki Mek

Chief Information Security Officer, Federal, Microsoft

Monica PADRON Harris

Monica Padron Harris

Founder, The Procurement Pros, former Senior IT Acquisition Advisor, Department of Homeland Security 

Michael Parrish, Ph.D.

former Principal Executive Director and Chief Acquisition Officer, Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction, Department of Veterans Affairs

Jeff Shen

Jeff Shen

President, Red Team Consulting*

Justin Siken

Justin Siken

Founder, HigherGov

David Yang

David Yang

Senior Vice President, ICF

*invited

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