AFCEA Bethesda

Career success starts here! Hear from federal leaders Adrienne Barge and Sarah Tully of HHS, April Harding of the IRS, and Kyra Johnson Stewart of the GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service as they provide experiential knowledge and insight on navigating your career, overcoming obstacles, and appreciating differences. After the Fed Talks, stick around to build lasting connections with peers, mentors, and future partners during the networking session. Join us for Fed Talks & Headshots on Thursday, November 14, at Clyde’s at Gallery Place. Register today! https://ow.ly/2Qe550TMTzo AGENDA Registration & Networking: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Headshots*: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Welcome Remarks: 6:15 PM - 6:30 PM Fed Talks: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Networking: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM *Be sure to book your time to get a new professional headshot photo with our on-site photographer. Headshots are an additional cost and have limited timeslots available, so don’t delay in scheduling yours today!

What a way to kick off AFCEA Bethesda's 2024-2025 program year! Thank you to all the speakers, sponsors, committee members, and attendees for your presence and support in making last week's EIE Summit Preview Event such a success. "The magic witnessed on stage offers a peek into the daily efforts of these leaders: breaking barriers and fostering collaboration across organizations for a more effective government." – Katie Keegan, AFCEA Bethesda’s President Elect & Co-VP of EIE And even though it wasn't the "sole" exciting moment of the event, the Sneaker Competition was a big hit! Thank you to everyone who laced up their best kicks and participated, and congratulations to our finalists and winner, Vincent Harrison and the rest of the Accenture Federal Services team with their custom "BIG ENRGY" sneakers. If you missed the Preview Event or are looking for more expert insights on energy, infrastructure, and environment, join us for AFCEA Bethesda's 4th annual EIE Summit, "Enabling Clean, Efficient, Reliable, and Secure Energy," on November 21 at our new venue, the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Register today! https://ow.ly/lGjU50TM4ZF #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EIESummit2024 #Energy #GovernmentInnovation

We’re excited to announce the breakout sessions and speakers for AFCEA Bethesda’s upcoming Energy, Infrastructure, and Environment Summit. These sessions will dive deep into critical topics, bringing you expert insights and actionable strategies that are shaping the future of energy. Don’t miss this chance to join these thought-provoking discussions and engage with leading experts in the field. Register today to secure your spot and stay at the forefront of energy, infrastructure, and environmental innovation. Join us on Thursday, November 21, at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center for EIE24: "Enabling Clean, Efficient, Reliable, and Secure Energy." Register today! https://ow.ly/z96j50TLIzH Meet Your Breakout Session Speakers! Security: Stan Lowe (DOI - Pending), Paul Selby (DOE) Modernization: Greg Doan (DOE), Andrew Petry (DOE) Emerging Technology & Workforce: Kenneth Harrison, CISSP, CGRC (DOL-OIG), Javier Inclán, Ed.D. (NSF), Patrick Newbold (NASA), Kameke M. (NASA - Moderator) AI/Data: Christopher Alvares (USDA), Seth Berl, PhD (DOE) #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EIESummit2024 #Energy #Networking

Meet your lineup of Fed Talk speakers! Adrienne B. of the Department of Health and Human Services joins April Harding of the Internal Revenue Service and Kyra Johnson Stewart of the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service for AFCEA Bethesda Emerging Leaders’ first ProDev event of the new Program Year. Join us for Fed Talks & Headshots on Thursday, November 14, at Clyde’s at Gallery Place to gain inspiration and expert insights while connecting with peers and potential mentors. Don’t forget to book your time to get a new headshot photo with our on-site professional photographer.* Register today! https://ow.ly/zCJh50TI6q4 *Headshots are an additional cost and have limited timeslots available, so don’t delay in scheduling yours today! #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EmergingLeaders #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking

Registration is officially full for AFCEA Bethesda’s Energy, Infrastructure, and Environment (EIE) Summit Preview Event, "Kickin' It with Energy." Onsite registration will not be available at the venue. Thank you to all who registered! We’ll see you this Thursday, October 10, at MGM National Harbor. Doors open at 2:30 PM. If you missed registering for the Preview Event, you can still join us for the EIE Summit, “Enabling Clean, Efficient, Reliable, and Secure Energy,” on Thursday, November 21, at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center: https://ow.ly/lfL350TGbhx Kickin’ It Reminders: • Donation Opportunity: Bring your new or gently used shoes or new socks to donate to Martha's Table in support of Washingtonians in need. • Sneaker Competition: It’s simple! In honor of the theme, wear your favorite sneakers and you’ll be automatically entered in our Sneaker Competition sponsored by ASRC Federal. #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EIESummit2024 #Energy #Networking

We’re just ONE WEEK out from AFCEA Bethesda’s Energy, Infrastructure, and Environment (EIE) Summit Preview Event, "Kickin' It with Energy." Engage with our pair of panels featuring leading experts from the U.S. Department of Energy as they share how their agencies are adopting best practices, techniques, and innovative technology to strengthen the nation’s energy infrastructure and support mission outcomes. Don’t miss out—there are only 20 registration spots left! Join us next Thursday, October 10, at MGM National Harbor. Register today! https://ow.ly/Xk5150TCySM Don't forget to wear your best kicks for the Sneaker Competition and bring your new or gently used shoes or new socks to donate to Martha's Table! #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EIESummit2024 #Energy #Networking

Registration is now open for AFCEA Bethesda’s Health IT Summit Preview Event! https://ow.ly/exio50Tx9js Join us for this informative session where our expert panel will share how to "Unlock Seamless Care" by diving into the transformative power of interoperability, data analytics, and artificial intelligence in healthcare and public health. Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. (ET) Location: Ritz-Carlton – Tysons Corner Register today! https://ow.ly/exio50Tx9js #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #HITS25 #HealthITSummit #HealthIT

Kickin’ It with Energy is just around the corner! Join us Thursday, October 10, at MGM National Harbor for AFCEA Bethesda’s Energy, Infrastructure, and Environment (EIE) Summit Preview Event featuring panels with key leaders from the U.S. Department of Energy. Gain powerful insights and grow connections with experts and peers in the industry. Register today! https://ow.ly/WEUC50TvuXl Kickin' In: We are honored to once again partner with Martha's Table for a charity opportunity to help Washingtonians in need. Bring your new or gently used shoes or new socks to donate at the EIE Summit Preview Event. Kick It Up a Notch: Attendees and speakers are encouraged to rock their favorite sneakers and take part in our Sneaker Competition sponsored by ASRC Federal! Show off your style and creativity while connecting with energy leaders. Meet Your Speakers! Shila Cooch, Mittal Desai, Steven McAndrews, Kayla Gunter, Akeem Reed,Ph.D, Matt Wilson, and Yemi Oshinnaiye (moderator) #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EIESummit2024 #Energy #Networking

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to scheduling conflicts, our Emerging Leaders ProDev event, Fed Talks & Headshots, is moving to November 14. If you are already registered and are unable to attend on the new night, we will be in touch with you individually to discuss your options. If you are not already registered, you have more time! Don’t miss this valuable night of professional development with expert insights, new and renewed connections with peers and mentors, and an opportunity to refresh your headshot with our on-site professional photographer.* Join us for Fed Talks & Headshots on Thursday, November 14, at Clyde’s at Gallery Place. Register today! https://ow.ly/k9kh50Ttvyr *Headshots are an additional cost and have limited timeslots available, so don’t delay in scheduling yours! #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #EmergingLeaders #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking

Join us at this year’s HITS Preview Event,* "Harnessing Data and Technology to Strengthen the Citizen Care Experience"! Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. (ET) Location: Ritz-Carlton – Tysons Corner Hear from senior federal health IT leaders as they lead a comprehensive discussion on their agencies’ roles in helping to achieve better health outcomes and making health information more accessible, equitable, and interoperable through strategic, mission-focused technology, data, and AI policies and activities. Stay tuned for announcements about registration, speakers, and more! Interested in becoming a sponsor? Check out our available opportunities today: https://ow.ly/IXJu50Tr8Rp *The HITS Preview Event is the precursor to the 2025 Health IT Summit, "Transforming Health IT: Leveraging Innovation for Mission-Focused Solutions," coming in January. #AFCEA #AFCEABethesda #HITS25 #PreviewEvent #HealthIT